December 04, 1954 – April 29, 2024
Pat was the youngest of four children to Fred and Irene Fairhurst. Pat was a lifetime resident of the Gorge and Tillicum area. She graduated from Tillicum Elementary, Colquits Jr. High, Mt View Sr. High and a degree from University of Victoria. Pat worked a full career for the B.C. Government. Pat had a love for all animals, feeding humming birds, wild squirrels and birds outside all year round. Tom and Pat always had dogs and she was often seen walking a couple of Boarder Collies around the neighborhood. Pat was pre-deceased by her parents Fred and Irene, brothers Paul Fairhust and Gary Fairhurst, sister Bev Bruce. Left to mourn is her Husband Tom Harkins of 47 years, her brother in laws Alex Harkins and Bob Bruce and wife Lorell, mother in law Betty Harkins, niece Lynsy Harkins, nephews Grady Bruce of Cranbrook, Errol Bruce and family of White Rock. Sandy McIntosh Gary’s partner, cousin Kate La Vertue and family of Victoria. Also the families of the Fairhusrts, living around Victoria and up island.
Pat had many lifetime friends from school to present day. Their support to Tom and family was great in the time of need.
By Pat’s choice there will be no service, a group of family and friends will meet at a later date. Anyone wishing to make a donation in Pat’s name, can be made to the Cowichan Cats Recue.
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