Contributions to the tribute of Patrick Edward Doyle

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Brian Carter& Family posted a condolence

A dear friend is gone to better place.What is left are fond memories of true friendship and a kind heart.He will be missed,as his journey in this life is over.May he have eternal life, and his spirit rest in peace.

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Michael Osland posted a condolence

To the family and friends of Patrick Doyle, please accept our deepest sympathies from the lawyers and staff of Dubuc/Osland, Ottawa. We enjoyed our work with him when he was in Nunavut. Pat was a kind and gentle soul, and we know he will be missed.

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Ilona Montgomery posted a condolence

Please accept my deepest sympathy. I cannot stop thinking of Patrick and feel so sad for his loss. I met him back in 2005 through a mutual friend Ray Zahab. They had just returned from running a desert ultra marathon in Morocco. We worked for a time on the same floor at Foreign Affairs. I came into work one day to find a miniature green tagine from Morocco sitting on my desk. This souvenir has moved with me over the years as I have changed departments. It is now at home as a tribute and reminder of Patrick. I also cherish a poem he wrote and sent to me in June of 2005. It has always remained in my night table. I have read and reread this poem over the last few days and consider myself fortunate to have known this brilliant kind and complex man. Now he feels peace.

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Steven Potter posted a condolence

I had a coffee in Perth with Pat the day after he had returned from running across a desert and spending a week in Afghanistan as "a chaser." I wish all coffees could be like that. I miss him. My heartfelt thoughts to all of Patrick's family and friends.

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Catherine Postma posted a condolence

I am writing this note with great sadness at the loss of wonderful friend and of course as we know prankster. Pat could always get me to laugh at the most inappropriate times (for example in meetings) or do silly things in elevators with complete strangers to break me up. I owe him my love of running and he would have been proud of how far I have come in that endeavor. All our sympathy and heartfelt sorrow at this loss of pal and friend.

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Karen Kelly posted a condolence

I am saddened by the news of Pat's passing. We had the opportunity to work together on projects when he was consulting with Correctional Services. It was always a pleasure working with Pat and to hear him speak about his many adventures in life. My sincere condolences to Pat's family and friends.

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Rob Tripp posted a condolence

Patrick walked into my life with humor, kindness, generosity, intellect and understanding. He taught me about patience, understanding, the meaning of true friendship, and ….how to laugh! His ability to make us smile is legendary ...as one example running down main street dressed as a lobster in recognition of a new menu item at O'Reilly's. I am proud and honored to call him friend, and while I cherish the times that we have had, I will miss him terribly. People in all corners of the world felt Patrick's impact as he reached out to help others and make a difference in their lives. I am, as many of are, richer for his presence as a friend, mentor and teacher. My deepest condolences to his family and friends. Rob Tripp Ottawa

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Adrian Foster posted a condolence

I am sorry to hear of Pat's passing. A friend from the Atlantic Salmon Federation. Sincerely, Adrian Foster

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Joanne Quattrocchi Jibb posted a condolence

I knew Pat since kindergarten. My deepest condolences to the family.

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Bob Watts posted a condolence

Pat, you have been like a brother to me from the first day we met. I was so sad that the past couple of months were such a dark time for someone who gave so much light to others. I miss you so much. Going to Ottawa will never be the same. The love and passion that represented how you lived your life is an inspiration. You are now on the spirit-path in the ultra marathon of our Creator's eternal love. I wish you so much happiness in your spirit journey and pray that the Creator embraces you in light and love. Your brother, Bob Watts

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Deanna Bliuvas posted a condolence

My heart is heavy at losing my dear friend Patrick. I am honoured to have been counted amongst Patrick's friends and that he found comfort with me, in my home, during October and November of 2010. Patrick was a remarkable human being with a keen (albeit sometimes warped) sense of humour, a brilliant mind and phenomenal athletic prowess. My hope is Patrick is running free in the greatest adventure race imaginable ! You have taken a piece of my heart with you .... until we meet again Deannna

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family of Mischa McPherson posted a condolence

Patrick, we were privileged to know you. Your enthusiasm to see others succeed, was and still is, an inspiration to us all. Your legacy will live on through those you inspired and with those who knew and loved you. We received the most lovely dozen yellow roses from Pat when Mischa`s grandfather passed more than a year ago. Just one fond memory of Pat`s unique thoughtfulness and compassion. Perth and Canada will miss a great mentor and leader. You made a difference to so many.

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Chris West posted a condolence

Thoughts and Prayers are with the family. May the memories of Patrick get you through this difficult time. Chris West President Baffin Regional Chamber of Commerce Iqaluit, Nunavut.

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Nunavut Economic Developers Association posted a condolence

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Doyle family during this difficult time. Patrick will be missed.

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Victim Servicess-Lanark County (formerly VCARS-LC) posted a condolence

Our heartfelt condolences from our Board and Volunteers to Patrick's family and friends. His commitment to the Community and those in need will not be forgotten.

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Pat Hamilton posted a condolence

Dear Mike and Mrs Doyle. It was with much sadness that I read today of Pat's passing. Though it's close to 35 yrs since I left Smiths Falls I remember Pat and you. I am very sorry for your loss and with reading the obituary I am sorry for the loss to the community My prayers are with you Pat Hamilton

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Dennis Patterson posted a condolence

I am shocked and saddened to learn of Patrick's passing. I got to know Patrick as an (unpaid!) advisor and friend through his very fruitful work expanding broadband capacity for the Nunavut Broadband Development Corporation. That's how I learned of his boundless energy, vision and enthusiasm for how technology could help develop all aspects of our new territory's growth. In the process of working with Patrick on this important project, we became friends...working out early mornings at the fitness centre in the Victoria Building in downtown Ottawa, and discussing issues of the day over a fine meal on the outdoor deck of his pub in Perth on a summer evening. I want his friends and family to know that he made a huge and lasting contribution to Nunavut - a place and its people I know he loved. We are thankful for that and I to have counted him as a friend. Sincerely, Dennis Patterson Senator for Nunavut

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Michael Cliffen posted a condolence

Two roads diverged in a yellow wood And sorry I could not travel both And be one traveller, long I stood And looked down one as far as I could To where it bent in the undergrowth Then took the other, just as fair And having perhaps the better claim Becuase it was grassy and wanted wear Though as for that the passing there Had worn them really about the same. And both that morning equally lay In leaves no step has trodden black Oh, I kept the first for another day! Yet knowing how ways leads on to way I doubted if I should ever come back I shall be telling this with a sigh Somewhere ages and ages hence Two roads diverged in a wood, and I I took the road less travelled by And that has made all the difference. (The road not taken - Robert Frost) go with God Patrick - Mike

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Martina Flanagan posted a condolence

I have known Pat for a while as someone who stepped in and out of the life of my family. He was sensitive, interested in people, fun, intelligent, honest, lonely, appreciative, overly dramatic, encouraging, mysterious, spontaneous,pleasantly inappropriate, womanizer, self absorbed. There was something striking about his appearance that could make him look like an actor, a movie star, a secret agent or mafia. I think he would have liked that resemblance. I am missing him a lot.

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Steve Tennant posted a condolence

My Condolences to Friends and Family .... I've known Pat for a long time around Perth but when he opened O'reilly's I was so grateful there was somewhere in Perth where good food, ambiance and especially live music was regularly available. We spoke of it as "Blacksheep Inn - West". For an avid live music listener it was somewhere I could always catch great live music ... it filled a need for me, my family and friends... and put a few dollars in the struggling musicians on the road who were lucky enough to make some new fans and share their skills. Though he and I shared many conversations, he was never one to blow his own horn but rather would make whatever issue he was tackling .... especially the residential schools issue ... known to be deep and compassionately in his heart. His commitment was timeless and deep.... Thanks for the music and your deep caring .... You're missed .....

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