Patsy "Pat" Frances Gordon, November 16th, 1943
– December 12th, 2024
It is with great sadness that the family of Pat Gordon, age
81, of New Glasgow, NS announces her peaceful passing on December
12th, 2024, in the Palliative Care Unit of the Aberdeen
Hospital.
Born in New Glasgow on November 16th, 1943, Pat was the
daughter of William "Bill" and Annie MacDougall. She was
raised in Trenton and was an active member of First United Church
where she participated in Mission Band, Explorers, CGIT and Youth
Group. Pat worked at the Aberdeen Hospital and the original Red
& White Store (Duke Street, Trenton). She volunteered her time
and talents serving as a leader in Beavers, Explorers and as a Sunday
School teacher at First United Church.
She married her loving husband, Joe, in 1965. The couple had
59 years together raising their family in the North End of New Glasgow
and their summers in Black Point. Pat treasured their time at the D
& B Campgrounds where many happy memories and friends were
made.
Pat was predeceased by her parents, Bill & Annie
MacDougall; her sisters, Barbara Trombley, Hilda Millard; brother,
John Smith and infant daughter, Janice Ann.
She is survived by her devoted husband, Joe; sons: Scott
& Glenn (Julie); grandchildren: Darion & Spencer;
chosen daughter/granddaughter, Pauline & Hailey Wamboldt;
nephew, Gordon Cunningham; niece, Jessica Trombley; and cousin, Bonnie
Wilwand.
To honor Pat’s wishes, cremation has taken place
under the direction of R.H. Porter Funeral Home. Visitation will be
held Wednesday, December 18th, 2024 from 2-4 and 7-9pm at R.H. Porter
Funeral Home, 73 High St., Trenton. A celebration of life will be held
at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the
Pictou
County SPCA or Palliative
Care Unit c/o Aberdeen Health Foundation.