Monday, September 9, 2024
As I could not attend Pat's Memorial Service in person, I watched it on live stream. It was a beautiful service that transported me back to the farm in Fruitland, and the many memories that place holds in my heart. It was a special time growing up with the Dean "children". Pat would put on her puppet shows in the back yard, while we sat on a blanket and enjoyed the story. At one point, Carolyn Windhorst and I borrowed some puppets to put on a show. It took place at the scout hut in Winona, at the end of the season for Summer Fun. I think we were 9 and 10 respectively. Our puppet show was titled The One Eyed Onion, none of the puppets survived to the end. I don't recall the story, but I do remember it garnered us a picture and write up in the Stoney Creek News. Pat had given us a gift of story telling, which I held in my heart since. Thank you Pat and Family for allowing us the opportunity to enjoy your company.
I am sending our condolences to the family, from the vanTol family. My Mom sends along her sympathy as well. She sends her greetings and fond memories along at the same time. We wish you strength in the coming days as you find your way through this new way of life.
Again, we are better for having known Pat's kindness and generosity. She lives on in our hearts.
Mike and Elma Kellough (nee vanTol)
