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Patrick Osborne Sheddy
October 16th, 1978
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July 1st, 2024
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Patrick Sheddy was born in Edmonton, Alberta on October 16, 1978 and passed away unexpectedly in Vancouver, British Columbia on July 1, 2024.
Our hearts are heavy with grief. He gave us so many gifts in life and his death cannot take those away; we will live life more fully in his memory.
Patrick experienced great pain and sorrow with the passing of his brother, Jim, in 2017. His heart was broken. They were so different yet were the best of friends. Pat stood by Jim throughout his life and when Jim became ill, Patrick moved in to take care of him.
He had to say goodbye to his beautiful mother, Marjo Sheddy, in December 2023 who died after a short battle with pancreatic cancer. His heart was again broken but he stood tall and looked on life with a new insight. Patrick never lost the ability to brighten the world with his beautiful soul and even though he had suffered great loss and personal injury, he was always ready with a smile and an encouraging word for others.
Patrick was pre deceased by his grandparents Osborne and Florence Sheddy of Drumheller as well as Augustinus and Betty DeJong of Calgary.
Patrick grew up in Drumheller where he excelled in drama class, taking on the part of Tony in West Side Story. Patrick loved the stage and it showed! He blew up the stage with his bold and fierce voice. He was on the golf course as much as possible with his Grandfather early in the morning, before many others had even gotten out of bed. Patrick loved hanging out with friends, cruising around, having adventures, sitting on top of the water tower and dreaming about the future. He loved to be by the lake and the ocean. He loved being out on the water. He loved the freedom of being in a boat. He loved being out on the water so much that during a special summer at Cameron Lake, in Waterton, he paddled himself and siblings to shore in a great storm, complete with raging waves! He was always the first kid to jump in the cold lake. After Patrick graduated from high school, he joined his father, Bill Sheddy, who lived in Vancouver, for a cross-country road trip in which they drove to Boston, where Bill dropped Patrick off at Berkeley School of Music. Patrick spent two years studying music at Berkeley where he was surrounded by talented and inspiring musical friends. After his studies in the US, Patrick returned to Vancouver for a short time before moving to Montreal carrying with him only his guitar on his back and his cat. There, he worked in fancy restaurants, he had many happy times drinking wine and eating delicious dinners prepared for his new friendships. He immersed himself in the culture, becoming fluent in French and was able to work bilingually. He often spoke fondly of his time spent and of his friends in Montreal.
Due to an accident, Patrick returned to Vancouver to rest and overcome his injuries. Patrick lived with chronic pain but he didn’t let that hinder his passion for music. He played public pianos all over Vancouver. He believed in sharing his gift and love of music with others, always playing by ear. He loved the feeling of piano keys under his fingers. Patrick carried with him wherever he went a piece of music written in Bach’s own hand – proof of his admiration for the composer! Patrick played the piano like no one else and if you were lucky to have heard him play, it never left your ears; it was in your heart. He loved the banjo, guitar, guitalele and ukulele and he played for friends and family every chance he got.
In 2020 Patrick and his mother were on their way to Vancouver Island having a road trip holiday together. When the COVID-19 lockdown happened they became stranded at the hotel where they were staying at. When the manager of the hotel said that Patrick and his Mom would have to go, Patrick put his foot down and insisted they stay put. He wanted to keep his mom safe. This was a magical time for them both, to rest and be together. When asked, Patrick said his favorite roommate was his mom. After their adventure Patrick returned to Vancouver where he met a true and dear friend, Sophie. They met at a local coffee shop, where Patrick was strumming a mandola for a group of elderly men playing chess. It turned out that Patrick has discovered these same men playing chess outside of the Vancouver Art Gallery as a kid during summer visits!
Sophie Durcham and Patrick lived together during and after the pandemic. It was a deep and devoted companionship. In Sophie’s words:
“He was deeply intelligent and Imaginative.
Insightful, he had the capacity to understand his friends deeply, he knew how to Love, encourage and amuse, He knew how to lighten your heart.
He was fun!! He made dinner, in true gourmet style, presented to me as if I were in a fine dining establishment. He loved to joke telling me how much it would cost in a fancy restaurant. I respected him deeply. Felt safe in his company and knew I was safe with him by my side. He was strong and serene when faced with adversity. He knew how to live outdoors and knew how to make something that was difficult look easy. He exuded quiet confidence, calm and at ease in his own skin, a confidence that was not boastful. He shared so many stories from high school friends and stories from his youth and family times. He sang your praises and expressed his gratitude for knowing each and every one of you. His stories were full of love for all he knew. I am grateful to him and for his time, for his insightful care, salving my wounds and brightening my days, for his kind and humorous encouragement. He opened my heart and taught me how to love more truly.”
Patrick was private yet loved to get up to shenanigans. He found trinkets all the time, bringing them home as true treasures. Patrick had enthusiasm for animals in which he got from his oldest sister. He would have such desire to go hang with the horses even though his allergies always got the best of that situation. He had a love for dogs, especially the family dog ‘Taffy’ in which he gave the oddest nicknames. He was funny, eccentric and the most authentic person we ever could have known. He was wildly talented and truly knew how to charm and entertain. He had music and music had him. His life was devoted to music – he had a plan, a musical plan: in his own words to “amplify, elevate and celebrate”. He aimed to spread joy through music, to share it’s radiance and to live a wonderous life.
Bill Sheddy of Vancouver, B.C along with Patrick’s sisters Loreina, Jenny and Kelsey will carry Patrick’s passion for life in his memory. Patrick was always our safe place and the one full of great advice and wisdom! He was the most honest man even if you didn’t like what he had to say he showed true sincerity and honor.
He shared his love for music with his family, composing and singing along with family members to our made up songs and as we sang the words he would play to our tune! Uncle Pat will be missed deeply for his imagination and humour by his nieces and nephews, Jadin, Madyson, Toni, Emma, Oliver and Sylas. He taught them a love for music, the stars, the outdoors, the game of chess and some sweet cooking skills! Patrick will be missed by family in Calgary, Phoenix and Drumheller, and by all the friends he met along his way.
The world lost a true, genuine, magical and adventurous soul. He loved life and lived it best in the moment, enjoying the small things that most people would give no notice. When you hear the keys playing or the string strumming, think of his life- one filled with passion and liveliness. Think of Patrick Sheddy, a beautiful and elegant man full of kindness.
The family will hold private celebrations of life. If you wish to make a donation to the Drumheller Music Festival where Patrick played his first piano debut, this would be greatly appreciated by his family.
October 16th 1978
July 1st 2024
Death notice for the town of: Maple Ridge, Province: Colombie britanique
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July 1st 2024 and hope that their memory may be a source of comfort during this difficult time. Your thoughts and kind words are greatly appreciated.
