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PATRICIA JOBB Obituary
Peacefully at St. Mary's Hospital in Sechelt, BC, on Wednesday, October 10, 2012, at age 61. Beloved wife of Wayne Jobb who was by her side. Cherished daughter of Anna Tonkin and the late Lloyd S. Tonkin, London, ON. Daughter-in-law of Doris Jobb, Truro, NS. Dear sister of Susan (Richard), Toronto, ON. Loved sister-in-law of Al (Kathy), Brian (Joan), Gail (Gary), Janet (Michael), Dean (Kerry). Devoted Aunt to Gina, Gregg, Grant, Keri, Ryan, Anna, Stuart, Neil, Erin, Scott, Matthew, Evan, and Benjamin. Niece to Ralph (Phyllis) Tonkin, Port Moody, BC, Mary Lariviere, St. Catharines, ON, Mike (Fran) Kotchan, Victoria, BC. Cousins Arlene and Alan Cimprich, St. Catharines, ON. Bob, Doug (Pauline), Karen (George).
Born in St. Catharines, ON. Her parents encouraged in her an early love of literature, music and movies that became life long. She earned a Bachelor of Arts, Honors Journalism from the University of Western Ontario in 1974 and started a career in journalism with Bowes Publishers. She later served as publicist for the Royal Winnipeg Ballet and editor for the Credit Society of Manitoba before returning to journalism. Pat and Wayne were married in Kenora, ON in 1977 and moved to Hinton, AB in 1979 where they were editor and publisher, respectively, of the weekly Hinton Parklander. Pat made a career change in 1985 when she enrolled at the University of Alberta. She received her Master of Library Science Degree in 1987. A move to Grande Prairie, AB provided an opportunity to apply her acquired skills at the newly formed Peace Library System. She was System Director from 1989 to 1995. A move to Sherwood Park afforded a new challenge and Pat joined the staff of Edmonton Public Library as the special projects coordinator. She served as Executive Director, Public Services 1998 until her retirement in 2008. A member of the Library Association of Alberta, serving as President 1992-93, and the Canadian Library Association, serving as Executive member 2003-06. She received the CAPL/Brodart Outstanding Public Library Service Award in 2008.
Pat and Wayne started to live their retirement dream with a move to Pender Harbour, BC on the beautiful sunshine coast in 2008. Pat soon volunteered her journalism skills in assisting with editing of the Women of Pender Harbour; their voices, their history.
Pat had a great love of the outdoors and nature that manifested itself in her photos, paintings, sketches and fine art prints. She earned a Fine Arts Certificate from the University of Alberta in 2007. In her artist's statement she states - "As an artist, I have been profoundly influenced by sailing trips made over the years exploring a variety of coastlines, particularly the rugged BC coast. Each voyage has been a voyage of discovery. Those discoveries are reflected in my drypoint (intaglio) images that have evolved from looking closely at the tactile nature of the sometimes imperfect landscapes that surround me." The acquisition of a Rembrandt style press built by brother-in-law Gary Collier was a highlight in Pat's art career.
Her drypoint piece 'Tofino Tree' recently received an Award of Excellence in the 2011 Federation of Canadian Artists exhibition. It was also juried in the 32nd Mini Print International of Cadaques, 2012, Barcelona, Spain. 'Tofino Tree II' won the intaglio print category in the 4th Annual Miniature Biennale Exhibition in Ottawa.
In recent years Pat and Wayne were bolstered by the support of family and friends. Also the extraordinary care Pat received from many dedicated healthcare professionals at the BC Cancer Agency in Vancouver. Special thanks to: Dr. Stephen Chia, Dr. Villa Restrepo, Dr. Sara Wadge, Dr. Isabelle Hughan and Nurses and staff at St. Mary's Hospital, Sechelt, BC.
A Celebration of Pat's Life will be held at the Pender Harbour School of Music (Madeira Park) on Tuesday, October 23 - 2:00 pm. An exhibition of Pat's art will be on display at the Harbour Gallery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation BC/Yukon, 300 - 1090 W. Pender Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 2N7 or http:/ /www.cbcf.org/bc/Getinvolved/Donate/Pages/default.aspx
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Memories and Condolences
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Kathie Stevenson
October 6, 2013
I am so sorry for the loss of your wife and Mother. Pat was a library director when I was involved in the Interior design. She was a wonderful person to work with and collaborative in her approach to planning the solutions. She had a warmth and a sense of humor that made the projects breeze along. A lovely warm and sensitive lady.
I am so very sorry for your loss.
Sherry Ahmad
December 1, 2012
Wayne, Just recently came to know of your great loss. My prayers go out to you and your family at this time. Pat was a friend and great human being. She was a wonderful compay and I will cherish the time that we spent together.
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Kolette Taber
November 20, 2012
I was very sorry to learn of Pat's passing. As a newcomer to the world of system libraries, I very much appreciated the wisdom, humour and friendship that Pat provided. It was also great swapping stories with another former Londoner and Western Grad.
Michael and Beverley BABONEAU
November 18, 2012
We were so sorry to read of pat's passing. We will always remember her beautiful smile and love of life.
John and Karen Schafer, "Mintaka"
November 12, 2012
We are so sorry, Wayne. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Nelson Ojeda
November 11, 2012
I had the opportunity to meet Pat and her beloved husband Wayne during my exchange student year in Grande Prairie, back in 1990. Pat and and Wayne were great friends of the Tillners, my host family. I always thought of Pat as a wonderful caring woman for others in the community and dedicated to her friends.
Wayne, please receive my condolences. Big hugs from Mexico.
Liz Ball
November 10, 2012
My thoughts are with you, Wayne and family, on Pat's passing. We met at UofA, class of '87 MLS, and I always appreciated Pat's dry sense of humour and her practicality. Her spirit will be missed.
Karen Birss
November 10, 2012
Pat was so influential during some of my formative teen years and I think of her often Wayne. I'll never golf with a clump of dirt on my irons again and will always know how to properly weigh down a boat with food and wine for a camping trip! She was a strong business woman who always set the bar high and one I consider to be my earliest mentor. My condolences.
Bradley Jobb
November 9, 2012
From Aunt Muriel and cousins Brad and Tammy so soory for the loss, we always enjoyed the visits to Layton's, I will be talking to Winston on sunday and will let them know
wayne Major
November 1, 2012
Dear Wayne,
I offer my condolences to you on the loss of your wife. I had been told Pat became ill around the time you chose to retire. I wish you well as you work through this painful period in your life.
Dave & Rita Sharek
October 31, 2012
Thinking of you
Teddy Moline
October 28, 2012
So saddened to learn of Pat's death. I knew Pat in her library days and loved her wonderful sense of humour and fun. My condolences,
Teddy Moline
Chris Bezovie
October 25, 2012
Wayne and Family, I enjoyed the company of and truly respected the wonderful person Pat was, I know she will always be remembered and missed by anyone who knew her. My deepest condolences to you all.
Margaret Steele
October 22, 2012
I was saddened to hear of Pat's passing. My deepest sympathy.
October 22, 2012
Wayne, Anna, Sue and family - Pat was a great lady and a great friend. We will miss her yearly correspondence, but happy memories of "Patty" will be with us forever. Regards, Sheila Easton and family
Madeleine Lefebvre
October 21, 2012
I was so shocked by this news. Pat was a wonderful colleague when we were on the Canadian Library Association Council together. I always enjoyed her level headedness and quiet sense of humour.
My condolences to her loving husband and family.
Leslie and Martin Barnes
October 20, 2012
Wayne, Martin and I are so sorry to hear of Pat's passing. Remembering my PLS days with Pat, our many adventures and misadventures, still makes me smile! She was such an amazing person.
With much sympathy.
Alaa Elwi
October 20, 2012
I am sorry to hear about Pat.Pat and you have always been thoughtful and kind to me. I cherish the memories of the times Jeannie and I spent with you. My thoughts are with you.
October 19, 2012
Wayne and family. Sorry to hear of Pat's passing, she was indeed a very wonderful person and i enjoyed working with her at Edmonton Public Library
Val Dirksen
October 19, 2012
Wayne, Our prayers go out to you and your family at this time. Pat was always such a joy to be with. Her fabulous sense of humor and advice on the golf course are memories we will always hold dear.Love James and Judy Travnik
October 19, 2012
Wayne,
Larry and I are so very sorry to hear of Pat's passing. She was an incredible person and I was honored to spend so many years on the golf course sharing in Pat's wonderful sense of humor. She will be missed. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Larry and Karen McTaggart
Ross Risvold
October 18, 2012
Wayne, I'm very sorry to read of Pat's passing away.
She was a wonderful person and made a tremendous contribution to our community while living in Hinton. Her reporting was always objective which illustrated her integrity.
Please know we are thinking about your loss.
October 18, 2012
Wayne I was so sorry to hear of Pat's passing.
Pat is one of the nicest persons I have ever met. Pat was always smiling and one felt that she was genuinly happy to see you and could always call you by name.
My prayers and thoughts are with you and the family
Dymphna Darby
Shirley Starko
October 18, 2012
Wayne, so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved Pat. My prayers are with you.
Anna Mah
October 18, 2012
Pat, I'm going to miss your smile and your enthusiasm for libraries. You were great to work for and we'll all miss you. Your kindness will never be forgotten.
Marg & Denny May
October 18, 2012
Wayne - our thoughts & prayers are with you. Wish we could be there. take care.
October 18, 2012
Wayne we are so sorry for your loss. We always had so much fun with you and Pat in GP. We remember your mystery murder supper and the fun times we had at our block parties. Thinking of you.
Lorne and Audrey Davies
Vernon, BC
Maureen & Ivan Bell
October 18, 2012
wayne we are so sorry to hear of Pat's passing. We enjoyed many fun times with both of you in Grande Prairie. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family
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