We Remember
SPANNIER, Patricia
January 27, 1944 — December 29, 2018
It is with great sadness that family announces the passing of Patricia Spannier. She passed away peacefully on December 29, 2018. Often known as “Patti” or “Tish”, she was a beloved Wife, Mother and Grandmother.
Patti is survived by her husband of 51 years, Donn; her sons Grant (Judy), Bryan (Twyla); daughter Karen (Tim); grandchildren Jesse, Lauryn, Aidan, Owen and Lily; and brother Bill Seymour.
Patti was born in Regina, SK on January 27, 1944. She completed her Nursing at Regina General Hospital. She married Donn on March 25, 1967, and they raised their children in Kelowna, BC. She enjoyed canning, cooking, gardening, bowling, reading and a Saturday night game of cards. She will be remembered for always making everyone feel welcome in the Spannier home. As her children approached adolescence, she began working full time as a nurse at the Underhill Clinic. She was loved by the staff, adored by her patients, and referred to as “Florence Nightingale.” She will be deeply missed and will live in our hearts forever. We would like to thank Dr. Cosmann, Dr. Stone and the staff at Cottonwoods and David Lloyd Jones for the exceptional care they gave to Patricia, and for the compassionate support they gave to our family. A Celebration of Life will be held at later date.
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Bryan, Grant and families. We were so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. We didn’t know her but she raised 2 really nice, hard working sons, so she must have been a wonderful woman and mother. Thinking of you at the difficult time, Craig and Judy
so sorry for your loss tim and Karen . sending warm thoughts and love your way
So sorry to read about Tish’s passing.She was such a wonderful person.We enjoyed our visits with her and Donn when we went through Kelowna. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Donn and family, Rob and I are wishing you all the best in your lives going forward. It’s so hard losing a
loved one, and Tish was loved.
I had the great pleasure of working with Tish at the Underhill Clinic. She was always so lovely and friendly, a joy to work with. Her patients adored her for good reason.
So sorry to hear of your loss.She was always so upbeat & lots of fun.Our thought and prayers are with you at this sad time.
I am so sorry to hear of Pat,s passing. She was always a favorite in our nursing class. So full of fun. She will be missed. Jill Powell
So sad to hear of the passing of this wonderful nurse and friend. She was a very special person. May the warm thoughts from others help ease your grief.
I was so sorry to hear of Tish’s passing. We were in nurse’s training together
and even after 51 years I can recall her wit, her wonderful sense of humor,
her contagious laughter, and her dedication to nursing. Tish’s was one of a kind and will be missed.
There are many fond memories of Tish – I was fortunate to live on the same floor in residence, our first year, and she made everyone of us feel like we were part of the family. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and the family, and close friends.
Trina & Rod Kramer
Tish was my mentor in nurses training. I was soooo naive!! She had a warmth, a sensitivity and a wonderful sense of humour.. Loved her and appreciated her. Blessings to her family and may happy memories bring you all comfort at this time❤️
Donn and family our sincere sympathy.we had great memories together in nurses training .Tish was always a joy with her quick wit ,and easy smile ,and love of a good adventure.
Our sympathy is with you Donn and your family as we fondly remember Tish. Tish and I were room mates in Nursing training at R.G.H. We had so many good times together and did a lot of fun things. I always looked forward to a good visit at the reunions. Tish was a very kind person and a good friend to many of us. She will be fondly remembered.
Marilyn Rainbow
My condolences to you Donn and your family at this sad time. Tish and I were room mates during Nursing training at RGH. We had many wonderful times together. Tish had a good sense of humor, was very kind and a great support to many of us. I always looked forward to the reunions to have a good visit with her. She will be fondly remembered.
Marilyn Rainbow