Thursday, December 28, 2023 at 12:00 a.m.
Patricia Petersen
1951 – 2023
Pat is survived by her husband Wayne of Lethbridge, son Scott (Amelia) of Lethbridge, son Ian (Michelle) of Calgary, grandchildren Evan and Claire of Calgary, sisters Carolyn of Vietnam, Lorrie (Sean) of Longview, Alberta, Susan (Marc) of Vancouver, BC, and brother David (Julie) of Lethbridge. She is remembered by her special “sistas” Brenda Stryker of Foremost, Alberta and Susan Melnyk of Lethbridge.
Pat is survived by her husband Wayne of Lethbridge, son Scott (Amelia) of Lethbridge, son Ian (Michelle) of Calgary, grandchildren Evan and Claire of Calgary, sisters Carolyn of Vietnam, Lorrie (Sean) of Longview, Alberta, Susan (Marc) of Vancouver, BC, and brother David (Julie) of Lethbridge. She is remembered by her special “sistas” Brenda Stryker of Foremost, Alberta and Susan Melnyk of Lethbridge.
She was predeceased by her parents Walter and Anne Boras.
Pat was born to Walter and Anne on April 24, 1951 in Lethbridge. She attended grade school in Picture Butte and then received her registered nurse designation from St. Michael’s School of Nursing in 1972. During her nursing training, Pat met Wayne while curling on Sundays with groups of students from University of Lethbridge, Lethbridge College, and both nursing schools. They were married in 1974. Pat worked briefly in Lethbridge then in Kingston, Ontario supporting Wayne as he attended law school. They returned to Lethbridge in 1975 to pursue their careers and start a family. Scott arrived in 1981 and Ian in 1984. Pat was a creature of habit; falling in love with the house bought in 1981 and living there until her passing.
Pat was a proud and dedicated nurse as well as an exceptional teacher and mentor; foregoing opportunities at management so she could remain at the bedside of her patients. She was an original leader of Look Good Feel Better, a support program for cancer survivors. She was recognized nationally by LGFB and named a Woman of Distinction in Lethbridge for this role. Emergency/ICU work was her first love but then the operating room called. A mid-life crisis took Pat to Saudi Arabia to work as an OR nurse in a National Guard hospital in 2003. A member of the Royal Family was one of her patients.
Pat loved to travel; whether it was following Wayne around the golf world, travelling with friends to the United Kingdom, Portugal, Greece, Italy, South Africa, and New Zealand, or sitting in the back seat of the Harley Davidson all over Canada and the western United States. She grew very fond of Palm Springs and looked forward to November and March visits each year.
Pat was fiercely proud and protective of her family; aptly earning the nickname of “Mama Grizzly”. When cancer attacked her in May of 2022, she battled through treatment with courage and confidence; acquiring another nickname from her daughter-in-law as “Warrior Bitch”. She fought the cancer to a standstill but could not overcome the devastation of the stroke suffered on December 18, 2023.
Pat will be dearly missed by her family and her friends. She was, as many of the condolences suggest, a very special lady.
Pat has requested a private family Interment and a really big Celebration of Life later when the weather is warm.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Good Samaritan Society, Park Meadows Village, Lethbridge, Alberta (https://gss.org/locations/park-meadows-village/)
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Wayne and family, I am deeply saddened to hear of Pat's passing. I had the pleasure of knowing her in Saudi Arabia and socializing with her. She was a gorgeous woman, full of fun, wisdom and much love. Her inspiration for Saudi was Lawrence of Arabia. The only one amongst us who came with magic in her heart. You will miss her so much. She adored her family Aroha from NZ
Our sincere condolences to Wayne and all the Petersen family
With deepest sympathy. Will always remember Pat’s passion for life
So sorry to hear of Pat’s passing. Deepest condolences to Wayne, Ian, Scott and family.
We are very sorry to hear of Pat’s passing. Thinking of you, Wayne, think of the good times. Take care, hopefully our paths cross again soon.
Our deepest sympathies on the passing of Pat. She was the light of many’s lives. We will always remember her for her kindness. She will be dearly missed. Best care during this time. The Lewko Family
We send our thoughts and best wishes to Wayne and family and hope the good memories will be a comfort at this time.
My sincere condolences, Wayne on the untimely death of your beloved, Pat. May light perpetual shine on her.
Wayne and family, sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Wayne and Family, Deepest condolences on a truly wonderful person.
My deepest sympathy to the Petersen family. The loss of a wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, is utterly profound. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
So sorry for your lose.
Wayne, Scott, Ian and families: you are in our thoughts and prayers. Pat was one of the good ones. She will be missed.
Our sincere condolences Wayne on the loss of your wonderful wife
Sending condolences to the family, I’m so sorry to hear about Pat. Be gentle with yourselves. Hugs, Kate
Our deepest condolences to the Boras and Petersen families.
I’m so very saddened hearing of Pat’s passing . My sincere condolences to you Wayne, and to your family. Pat was such a fighter and I know she did everything she could to be here for you all. She was a woman of many talents, and was always there for those she cared for. Hold tight to your memories ❤️, Lynne
Miss you Pat forever and always.Feel Good Program will miss you so much.
Wayne and family, we are sorry for your lose and send our sincere condolences.
So sorry for your loss. Such a lovely person who made a difference in so many lives.
Deepest condolences to Wayne , Scott & Ian for your loss of Pat! Gone too soon and will be very missed! Hugs, and prayers that you may find solace in the beautiful memories you built together!
Our sincere condolences to you Wayne and your family. Pat was a wonderful lady who will be deeply missed by all.
My deepest condolences to you Wayne and family.❤️
So sorry to hear of your loss! Our loving thoughts and sympathy to all the family!
We are so very sorry, she was an amazing woman! She will be missed by so many and we will miss her greatly. A great lady has been lost but her love and caring remains with us.
Oh Wayne so sorry for your loss. Way too soon. Hugs to you.