Patricia Ann Frost.
It is with profound sadness that the family of Patricia Ann Frost announce her passing on January 12, 2023 after a brief battle with ALS. Pat was born in Niagara Falls Ontario in a year she prefers not be mentioned. She moved to Dunnville with her parents Billie and Cecil along with her 3 protective brothers, Steve (Shirley), Gary (Marg) and Shawn (Stacey) Simpson in 1958. She married her high school sweetheart in 1966 at her mom and Gram, Luella’s encouragement. The story according to Pat was they both liked Garry more than her. She enjoyed spending time with her Father-in-law Reginald Frost as well as her grandfather Joe Kenyers.
After trying for many years to have a child they had the first of their 2 children in a year her 1st born prefers not to mention. After attempting to return to work, she found her heart wasn’t up to leaving her baby and she stayed at home to raise her daughter BJ (Billie-Jo) then her son David (Garry). Pat would eventually return to the work force. She worked at Wabasso, Co-op, Canadian Tire and then Bick’s Pickles where she injured her hand thus ending her label machine operator career. Pat loved cheering for her children during their many activities such as hockey and lacrosse. Making many friends and memories.
In her younger days Pat was involved in assisting her husband with the many adventures he was involved in. The Royal Baseball team, Dunnville Mudcats and the Dunnville Legion. Along the way they met the greatest couple to accompany them on many adventures. Late night dance parties, Bush Gardens and Vegas to mention just a few. 46 years later, Dave and Joan McQuillen remained by their side.
Pat welcomed many of her children’s friends that needed a helping hand into her home. She had rules: go to school, get good grades and pay a little to help out. Christine, Sylvia , Dave and Scott to name just a few.
When BJ married her high school sweetheart, John Phibbs, it was like history was repeating itself. (She liked John more than BJ so the story goes)
When the grandkids started coming, Pat would be one of the loudest supporters in the crowd. She loved watching Hockey, track and Field. (She wasn’t a fan of soccer but went however grumbled a little). She was very proud of her 11 grandchildren Johnathan, Jordan (Becca), Josh (Dayna), Hailey (Nick), Kylie (Lucas), Ashley (John), Kenneth, Hailey, Emily, Madelyn and Leah as well as her 5 great grandchildren, Declan, Paisley, Cooper, Rosie Patricia and Gloria
Pat was known for her dry sarcastic sense of humor. She had a small circle of friends and that’s the way she liked it. She loved the Casino and would go as often as her pocket book and weather would allow. She hated driving in the snow and essentially hibernated in the winter. She loved her Leafs and Blue Jays. Although choosing to avoid watching them play to save the neighbors from hearing her yell. She also loved all things Elvis and had a lot of “collectables” that would be worth money “one day”.
She will be missed by her brother and sister in-laws, Jack (Lynn), Janet (Rick) as well as many nieces and nephews.
Special thank you to the Dunnville Hospital staff as well as Dr. Kamouna for making her last days comfortable. As well as her new friend that she made while in hospital Joan McMann and family. Greatest roommate ever!
As Pat was not a fan of winter, her Celebration of Life will be held Saturday April 29, 2023 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm at the Royal Canadian Legion Hall, Dunnville.
In lieu of flowers, donation to the ALS society, Dunnville Hospital Foundation or the Dunnville Legion Poppy Fund would be appreciated. Online condolences jwhartfuneralhome.com
Rest in peace Pat you’ve earned it
Thoughts and prayers be with all of you in this time of sadness. Deepest condolences, The Case Family.
We have great memories of the Frosts from the good old Sr Mudcat days to more recently being included in family gatherings. Pat is at peace now& walks beside you every day unseen, unheard but always near. So loved, so missed, so very dear
You are in our thoughts&prayers
Shirl& Craig Surridge & family
Our deepest condolences to the family. You will be missed by many.
I’m so sorry for the families loss, may she spread her wings and fly.
Gary, BJ, Dave and family
Rick and I are so sorry to hear of Pat’s passing. She is no longer in any discomfort and pain.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
My heart is saddened by the passing of Pat. I would always love when she would come to the casino, when she saw me she would always stop and chat. I will miss her dearly. My Condolences to Gary and family.
Sending my heartfelt sympathy to Pat’s family and friends! May the happy memories of Pat carry you through this very sad and difficult time! Pat was a great co worker at Canadian Tire!
BJ I am so sorry for your loss. It is so difficult to lose someone, especially your mom.
My sincerest condolences to you Bj and your family. Your mom was an icon in our community and she will be greatly missed. Will keep you in my thoughts during this time.
In kindness
Gina
Ps giving you a big hug!
To Gary,Bj,David
So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with yous all.
So sorry for the loss of Pat. I had many fun conversations with her when I worked at the Legion. RIP Pat Condolences to all the family🙏
Dear Gary and Family so sorry to hear of Pats passing condolences to all
Bj & family, so very sorry for your loss of such a wonderful lady. Keep your memories close to your heart at this difficult time.
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. Losing a (grand)parent is like losing a piece of you – your grief feels so deep because your love for them is so big. She may be gone, but will always be here in your hearts.
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Deepest condolences.
Dan worked with ur mom and had fond memories of her big hugs to all
So sorry for your family’s loss.
My sincere condolences to you Bj and your family. Hugs!
Gary- BJ- David & family. Our deepest sympathy. We will miss Pat, but in our heart we know she is in a much better place & suffers no more. RIP Pat.
Our deepest sympathies to Garry and family. Our condolences. May she Rest In Peace.
So very sorry for your loss.
BJ and family. So sorry to hear about your Mom‘s passing. My condolences to you and your family. Suzanne
My condolences Gary and family.
Pat was one of my favourite childhood friends. So many good memories. Bike riding,
swimming at the Dunnville Dam and hours spent in her room playing Bobby Vinton, Bobby Vee
and of course Elvis albums.
In later years, catching up at hockey games and Remembrance Day lunches at the Legion. Always
a big hug and lots of laughter.
Lorne and I send our condolences to Gary and the family.
Although my heart mourns you, my soul stands strong because I know you’re in a peaceful place.
Gary, BJ & Dave…….So sorry to hear about Pat’s passing. We have known Pat for many years and we send our condolences to all the family.
Gary BJ and Dave and families was so saddened to hear of dear Pat passing Keep your memories close they will get you through this sad time our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very sad times Hugs Bj
Our sympathies to Pat’s family….RIP Pat…
Our deepest sympathies to Gary and family in their time of loss.
So sorry for your loss BJ, I will miss your mom. I loved her blunt disposition and her sense of humor and I know how she loved you and how proud she was of you. I will miss our visits . Cheers Pat! Xoxoxo
Both myself along with my mother Jan would like to send our deepest condolences to the entire Frost family.
Through school, lacrosse and the Mudcats the Frost and Ecker families were very good friends that stretched over the last 5 decades.
All our love and prayers to the entire family at this difficult time.
May Pat RIP forever more😘😘😘😘😘😘
So truly sorry for your family’s loss.
Rest In Peace Pat.
Gary and family my sincere condolences to your family.
Sending much love and the sincerest of condolences to the family. We are so very sorry for your loss.
Penni and Garratt Court
Our deepest condolances to the Frost family,the Fry family have been intertwined with the Frost family for many years, Pat and Gary were in our wedding party 43 yrs ago and we’ve had many of outings together…….. RIP Pat Bear & Violet
It goes without saying, that our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family at this time and in the coming days. Our friendship of 46 years was such a special gift that “stood the test of time” and that is something to be celebrated! We give thanks to God for Pat, His special gift of friendship to both of us and for placing us in each other’s path this side of Heaven… … AND on January 12th Pat got to see it firsthand. Her battle with ALS has ended…her new life is with her Heavenly Father. We miss you ever so much…but one day we will see each other again💝
I will miss you the rest of my time left here on earth with all that I am, and will treasure every memory we ever made with my whole heart ❤️ I am happy you are at peace, and that you finally got to meet Elvis Presley and dance and sing with him in the clouds ❤️
So sorry to hear this she was my neighbor and we always talked outside we use to go to the same school RIP Pat you will be miss dearly
My deepest condolences to all the Frost family members. Pat was on old friend from the late 50s to the early 60s R.I.P old friend