MAXWELL, Patrick F. (Brig. Gen. ret'd.) 1928 - 2009 In hospital on Wednesday, June 24, 2009, with his wife by his side. Loving husband, best friend, soulmate, and mentor to Barbara Ann (nee Meagher). Lovingly remembered by Barbara Ann's siblings and spouses and their children; Phyllis and Fred Belaire, Gerry Meagher and Wanda Lehman, Jim Childs (late Margaret) and their children Shawn, Kim, Ron, Marilyn, Steven, and Duane as well as several other nieces and nephews. Pat's stellar military career began as an award winning air cadet in his hometown of Saskatoon. He graduated from Royal Roads in Victoria and went on to ever increasing challenges in the R.C.A.F. Pat loved the company of friends and welcomed all visitors with warmth and care. He was a crossword puzzle devotee, a music lover, an avid reader and a follower of sports, particularly golf. Pat was a gentle man with a big heart who loved all creatures great and small, especially his cat, Beau, the birds at his feeders and the squirrels and chipmunks that scampered about his property. He was a true gentleman in every sense. Friends are invited to visit at the St. Laurent Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry, 1200 Ogilvie Road at Aviation Parkway on Thursday, July 2, 2009 from 9 am until Funeral Service in the Chapel at 11 am. A private burial will be held at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions to the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.