Obituary of Sylvia Gail Patrie

PATRIE, Sylvia Gail Sylvia Gail Diduch was born on October 16, 1949 in Mundare, Alberta. On May 9, 1970 she was united in marriage to Leonard Marion Patrie at the Sts. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church. They resided in Edmonton, Mundare and Yuma, Arizona until the time of her passing on Saturday, September 16, 2023 at the age of 73 years. She is survived by her loving husband of 53 years, Leonard; daughter Charmaine (Colin) Ewanchyshyn; son Richard (Christina); and twins Colin (Amanda) and Curtis (Mindy); as well as six grandchildren, her brother John (Vera) Diduch and her brothers in law Vince, Ken, Randy and Clarence Patrie and Charlie Yushchyshyn. She was predeceased by her parents John and Sophie Diduch and her sister Finella, as well as her in-laws Albert and Thelma Patrie and sisters in law Carol, Monica and Rhonda Patrie and nephews. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, educator, entrepreneur, gardener, gambler and quilter to the end. She played an active role in the community serving in executive and member positions. She will be remembered for her hospitality and generosity. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren, and treasured the memories of several family vacations. Blessed be her memory A private Divine Liturgy of Christian Burial will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Mundare Fire Department c/o Box 60, Mundare, AB.,T0B 3H0 or via e-transfer to mundarefirerescue@gmail.com