Obituary of Jacqueline Madeline Paterson

Paterson, Jacqueline Madeline

1926-2024



It is with great sorrow that the family of Jacqueline Paterson, age 98, announce her passing Sunday, September 8, 2024.

Jacqueline is survived by her son Ross (Debbie) Campbell of Medicine Hat, AB; daughter Jeannette Campbell of Regina, SK; grandchildren, Ryan Shentaler, Casandra (Jess) Frame, Kent (Allie) Campbell; great-grandchildren, Norah and Will Frame and Leo Campbell. She was predeceased by her husband John Paterson; son Raymond Campbell; parents, Jacque and Jeanne Merrien; brother Bernard Merrien; and sister-in-law Christine Merrien.

Jacqueline was born August 21, 1926 in Willow Bunch Hospital and lived in the Harptree District. Jacqueline went to school at Luther College for Grade 11 and 12, then moved on to Calgary to take a business course at Mount Royal College. She worked at Can Text Oil Company, then later moved back to Harptree and was a teacher before she and her brother bought the Harptree Store.

Throughout her life she worked at Willow Bunch Co-op Store in the office and at CIBC until the branch was closed in 1986. After that time, she worked casually in the Town Office.

Jacqueline enjoyed having her grandchildren through the summer months as they took their swimming lessons in Willow Bunch each year.

Jacqueline was an avid reader, enjoying her books right to the last few days of her life. She was a wonderful cook (making the best buns) and gardener. Jacqueline was involved in many community activities. She was a pet lover and also enjoyed travelling to many countries. Jacqueline was also known for her unique hats for different occasions. Later in life, she became a loyal fan watching the Toronto Blue Jays games.

The wonderful memories and all the love you instilled onto us will be left with us in our hearts forever. Some of the dearest from the last two years of her life, spent living with her daughter Jeannette in Regina.

As per Jacqueline's request there will be no funeral, a private interment will happen for immediate family in the future.

Jacqueline's family would like to thank all those who reached out at the time of her passing with messages, cards, flowers, texts and telephone calls. They were very much appreciated.

Donations in memory of Jacqueline may be made to the Regina Humane Society.