Avis de décès de Patricia Ann Horne - Nécrologie - MesAieux.com

Patricia Ann Horne December 1, 1930-May 21, 2016 Patricia Ann Horne passed away peacefully in her sleep at the age of 85, on Saturday, May 21st after a long illness. Born in London Ontario, her family moved to Vancouver in the 1940's. After graduating from UBC with a degree in Education, she taught in the elementary school system, until she decided to go abroad and teach on a Canadian Forces base in Germany. This location allowed her to spend her holidays exploring Europe and the Middle East during school breaks. Trisha was known for her independent spirit and love of travel and books. She returned to Vancouver in the 1960's after the birth of her niece to be closer to her sister and family. She was active throughout her life physically and mentally, always challenging herself by taking up new sports and hobbies. She also loved improving her French by taking summer courses in Quebec and Europe. As a teacher in the Burnaby school system for over 30 years, she took a genuine interest in each and every one of her students, many of whom she ran into as adults, that recalled her sharp wit and passion for making learning interesting and fun. Trisha was a philanthropist, and throughout her life sponsored children in need all over the world, as well as donating to local charities in a variety of areas. Predeceased by her parents, sister and brother-in-law, she is survived by her niece, Laurie Rix Macrae and husband, Neil Macrae, and cousins David and Mary Dyk, daughters Kristina and Robyn, all who live in the lower mainland. Funeral services are open to family and friends, and will be held at St. John's Shaughnessy Church, 1490 Nanton Street in Vancouver on July 6, 2016 at 11:30am, followed by burial in the Remembrance Garden at St. John's.In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer's Society of BC would be greatly appreciated.