Obituary for Patricia Martha O'Neill (Bamert)
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Patricia at 88 years of age on April 2, 2021, after a courageous and long struggle with Alzheimer’s Disease. Pat passed suddenly from a heart attack. Predeceased by parents Martha and Godfrey (Rocky) Bamert and brother Edwin. Beloved spouse for 30 years of Alexander (Sandy) Bruce; a deeply devoted and caring advocate to Pat. Cherished mother of Timothy O’Neill (Stephanie), Janis Scherer (Bill), Peggy O’Neill, Kathleen O’Neill (Ben Mitchell-Banks), Christopher O’Neill, Beth Oakley (Jim). Sandy and all of her children had the good fortune to spend time at her side in her final days. Fun-loving Grandma Pat to Jesse, Scarlet (Anthony), Shane, Kelly (Tyler), Mitchel, Lauren, Kayleen and Conor. Great Grandma Pat to Oscar and Jordan. Former spouse to James O’Neill. Dearest friend of Debbie Ferguson and Nancy Yomashita. Extended family to Elaine and Claude Lymburner, and children of Sandy Bruce Laurie, Scott (Deanna), and David (Sally) and children.
Pat was exceptionally proud of her Swiss heritage. She was a voracious reader, exceptional cook and baker of her famous Christmas fruitcake and cookies that her children always devoured. Her boundless energy was a part of everything she did. Her love of tennis was the foundation for many lasting friendships over the years. She never passed up an opportunity for travelling and she loved to walk and stay fit. She had a passion for her sports cars, smooth Jazz and white wine. The many years of spending summers gathering at the cottage on Breezeway Beach in Harrow with family and friends served as the foundation for cherished memories.
Pat was a teacher with the Windsor Essex Catholic District School Board for 35 years. Many of these years were spent teaching children with disabilities. Pat was committed to lifelong learning and acquired her bachelor’s degree while raising 6 children and holding down a full-time job as a teacher. At age 50 she completed her Master’s of Education from the University of Windsor.
Pat was a kind and compassionate human being. She prided herself on always being dressed impeccably. She had a bubbly and outgoing personality with an infectious laugh and was always up for some fun. Everybody she met just fell in love with her.
Special thanks to the many dedicated and loving staff at Chartwell Royal Oak Kingsville (Copper Beach) and Erie Shores Health Care 2 North for their wonderful end of life care.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Alzheimer’s Society of Windsor Essex County https://alzheimer.ca/windsoressex/en/take-action/donate or to the Patricia M. O’Neill Award to support a University of Windsor Faculty of Education student. www.uwindsor.ca/donations#
Due to current restrictions, a private family service will be held at St. Anne Church on Tuesday April 6, 2021 at 11 am. To view the service at home please visit her website and click on the link provided. Arrangements entrusted to Families First, 3260 Dougall Ave., South Windsor, 519-969-5841. Interment to follow at St. Anne Cemetery.
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Pat was exceptionally proud of her Swiss heritage. She was a voracious reader, exceptional cook and baker of her famous Christmas fruitcake and cookies that her children always devoured. Her boundless energy was a part of everything she did. Her love of tennis was the foundation for many lasting friendships over the years. She never passed up an opportunity for travelling and she loved to walk and stay fit. She had a passion for her sports cars, smooth Jazz and white wine. The many years of spending summers gathering at the cottage on Breezeway Beach in Harrow with family and friends served as the foundation for cherished memories.
Pat was a teacher with the Windsor Essex Catholic District School Board for 35 years. Many of these years were spent teaching children with disabilities. Pat was committed to lifelong learning and acquired her bachelor’s degree while raising 6 children and holding down a full-time job as a teacher. At age 50 she completed her Master’s of Education from the University of Windsor.
Pat was a kind and compassionate human being. She prided herself on always being dressed impeccably. She had a bubbly and outgoing personality with an infectious laugh and was always up for some fun. Everybody she met just fell in love with her.
Special thanks to the many dedicated and loving staff at Chartwell Royal Oak Kingsville (Copper Beach) and Erie Shores Health Care 2 North for their wonderful end of life care.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Alzheimer’s Society of Windsor Essex County https://alzheimer.ca/windsoressex/en/take-action/donate or to the Patricia M. O’Neill Award to support a University of Windsor Faculty of Education student. www.uwindsor.ca/donations#
Due to current restrictions, a private family service will be held at St. Anne Church on Tuesday April 6, 2021 at 11 am. To view the service at home please visit her website and click on the link provided. Arrangements entrusted to Families First, 3260 Dougall Ave., South Windsor, 519-969-5841. Interment to follow at St. Anne Cemetery.
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