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In loving memory of Patricia Jane Scott who passed away in Cobourg, Ontario on January 17, 2025 at the age of 72 with her husband and children at her side. Pat was born to George Lloyd Stevenson and Dorothy Edith Grant on March 11, 1952 in Ottawa, Ontario. The daughter of a Chartered Accountant and an Occupational Therapist, Pat led a quintessentially Canadian childhood. Patsy, as she was known in her early days, spent summers at the family cottage on Hurds Lake canoeing and enjoying the outdoors while winters were spent at their ski cabin near Camp Fortune. In Ottawa, Hurds Lake, and at the cabin she was always surrounded by many loving relatives and family friends.
Pat attended Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario and graduated with an Honours Bachelor of Occupational Therapy in 1974. Pat’s career as an Occupational Therapist spanned over 40 years across both Canada and the US. Pat was dedicated to her patients, spending many evenings working to request charity funding to improve their quality of life. Pat retired in 2015.
It was also at Queen’s University where Pat met the love of her life, Iain Wesley Scott. Pat and Iain were married at Grant Hall on September 29, 1979. Iain lovingly played the foil to Pat’s more traditional and conservative temperament with jokes and playfulness, a successful recipe that led to an enduring and steadfast relationship of over 52 years and marriage of over 45 years. Pat and Iain, who were best friends and soulmates, had their daughter (Courtney) in 1983 and son (Cameron) in 1985.
Pat was described by many who knew her as vibrant and full of life. Always on the go, Pat loved to visit Toronto every week for lectures at a local university, sharing what she’d learned with her family. Her keen sense of style and design was renowned – friends wondered what colourful new pair of glasses she’d be wearing next to complement her striking white hair, her garden was featured on home design tours, and she designed a wedding dress for her daughter. Above all, Pat was devoted to her family, providing steadfast support for her husband, children, and granddaughter, Evelyn.
Pat is survived by her loving husband of 45 years, Iain, son Cameron, daughter Courtney, granddaughter Evelyn Farlinger, sister Sue Pennal, nieces Steph and Mere, and brother-in-law Rick Scott. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
I am so sorry to learn that Pat has passed away. We worked together as OTs in the community, and I always admired her energetic spirit and passion. She had a wonderful sense of humour, a positive energy that would light up a room and a warmth that quickly turned colleagues into friends as well. She was so proud of her family, and spoke of you often. I will cherish the laughs, Tammy
I am so incredibly saddened to read of Pat’s passing in the Toronto Star. Pat and I worked in the community together as fellow OTs. Pat made me laugh and I loved talking with her about home decor and design. I feel like I know Cameron and Courtney as she so fondly and proudly would give me updates about their lives. Iain was always a part of the conversation. Pat loved her family. I am so very sorry for the loss of such a beautiful person for all of us.
Ian and I send our deepest condolences to Pat’s family and friends. I met Pat in 2015, the year we both moved to Cobourg. She was an amazing person and I will miss her warmth and friendship immensely.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
SickKids Foundation