Peacefully at Brampton Civic Hospital on Tuesday, December 1, 2020, Evan Patrick Kerruish, of Brampton, at the age of 84 years. Loving father of Mark Kerruish and his wife Randy Ovecka, and Kim Katz. Cherished grandfather of Jordan Katz and Megan Giampietri. Proud great-grandfather of Maren Katz and Nathan Giampietri. Dear brother of Jill Strickland, Lyn Altilia, and Bill Kerruish (deceased).
Cremation has taken place.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Hospital for Sick Children this holiday season.
Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com
Percy Decaire
Kim and family
I was so saddened to hear the news of the passing of your Dad. Please accept my deep hearted condolences and know that you and your family are in my thoughts at this difficult time. I had the privileges of getting to know your father, and had many conversations during our “boys weekend” we all shared many laughs and stories with him. He will be missed by all of us but he will remain in our hearts and thoughts.
Gordon Morris
Kim and Family
Your Dad was a very special friend to me. The type of friend that you only get a few in your lifetime and the ones you get, you cherish. Since I met your father in 1997 he has been that special friend to me. From our trips to Myrtle Beach, boys weekend, golf games, poker games and numerous get togethers at my house. Paddy was always there and loved. He was at numerous of my family events and was considered part of the family. His humor, good looks and charm with the ladies made him a true gentlemen, after all he was the worlds most interesting man. I have so much more I could say but I will wait until we can celebrate his life as it should be. Paddy you may be gone but I will never forget you my friend. You left your mark on me and many others in this world. Cheers my friend and see you the back nine.
Lynn Mansfield
Kim and family ~ many fond memories and conversations with your Dad! He was one of kind and his hearty laugh and incredible smile will be missed! ❤️
Megan
Poppy, you will be missed so much. A special man who was loved by so many people. We love you ❤️
Frank Morris
Kim & Family My brother Ford brought him up to a family golf tournament many moons ago. His humour, mannerism, personality and all the other great qualities made him an instant hit with my wife and I. Roomed with hi in Myrtle the year he won the big trophy. I could tell that he was very special to my baby brother and his close friends. He certainly left a lasting impression on them. Paddy, till we meet again, to enjoy a clup of cloffee. Thanks for the memories.
Brock Mitchell
Kim, Mark and family: Simply put, your father was like a dad to me as well. A man to look up to, respect, enjoy his humour and listen carefully to what he says. I too am one of the boys weekend crew and had hundreds of wonderful conversations with Patrick up north, on the golf course, at the poker table or one of our homes. even though he told the most incredible stories and gave us dozens of funny moments and memories we will keep forever, the best for me personally was the short speech he would give at Saturday dinner at boys weekend. he once said ” these weekends with the guys are so important…they make us better husbands and fathers.” it wasnt until years later that I understood what he meant, but I have tried to live those words. My sadness with his passing will be overcome with friendship of the other guys and always remembering the worlds most interesting man.
Eric Feldbloom
I had the pleasure and privilege of knowing Pat for the last 12 years.
We had some fun together, did some business, And developed a Great Friendship.
He will be missed by many.
What a fine Gentleman!
Andre and Raffaela Gilbert
Kim and family…Our hearts go out to you during this time of loss. Paddy was loved and admired by so many and will be sorely missed but not forgotten. I was privileged to spend some memorable times with home over the years. We always enjoyed our conversations, he was sincere and always a gentleman.
Please accept our deepest condolences.
John Hawley
I was so sorry to hear about Paddy passing – he will be dearly missed. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. I had the pleasure of getting to know Paddy over many years – whether we were playing golf, or on our Myrtle Beach trips, or just having a few beverages at Oscars. He was one of a kind, and truly the worlds most interesting man.
Jordan
We are heartened to hear so many great stories about our Poppy from those who knew him best, and grateful for everyone’s wishes. He was a great guy who will be loved, and missed.
Mike/Tammy Witroway
Dear Kim, Mark and Family, I would like to offer my deepest condolences on the passing of your father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was truly a special man and will be missed by many. I was lucky to be able to call him a dear friend of mine. The memories I have, as a lot of us do, will provide us with many happy thoughts. Every time I have a big hunk of beef for dinner, he will be thought of. Every time I have a butter-tart (or 12), I will think of Paddy. Every time I see a clup of cloffee, I will think of Paddy. But all these great stories will be told and shared in his honour. Rest in peace Mr.Kerruish, you will always be in our hearts!
Lyn Altilia
Kim dear,
Never was anyone more graced with growing up with a big brother like Pat as I was. He was loving, protective, naughty and funny, and he warmed the hearts of anyone who met him. Pat indeed was unique, a “Character of the first Waters” as our Dad called him, dancing to his own tune and experiencing life to the absolute fullest. He was born with his twin sister, Jill in 1939. Pat spent his summers at our cottage on “Lake of Bays” becoming a strong swimmer and camper and in later years a great golfer. He spread light and joy to everyone and was a fond and loyal friend to so many. Yes, indeed, I was truly blessed.
He will be sorely missed by Jim, Stephen, Jennifer and I.
Graeme Stager
I’m so sorry for your loss and my condolences are with the entire family. I’ve had the pleasure of getting to know Paddy over the past several years and I will truly never forget him. Our golf games, Myrtle Beach trips and get togethers with everyone are things that I will always cherish. I always made sure to pull up a chair close to Paddy because I knew the stories I would hear would make the night. I still remember Paddy offering to buy a round of drinks for 4 of us and he took out $20, we told him it wouldn’t be enough and his response was “where are we, Paris?”. He was a great man and will be truly missed.
Robyne Morton
Very sadden to hear of your Poppy’s
Passing.
I have always remembered “Uncle Pat”. What a great smile he had. My sincere condolences to you and your whole family.
Robyne (Puk) Morton
Russ Dagg and Sue Howard
Dear Kim and family
Our condolences to you and the entire family.
I sure will miss the many tales and words of wisdom.
Toasted your dad with my coffee of course.
Mark
Thank you for all of the love, stories and warm felt condolences. Our Dad sure was a one of kind guy. “A Mans Man” as a few of us would call him behind his back. Our hearts are heavy with the weight of having to allow ouselves to understand and deal with his passing on to next part of his journey. I am sure we will get to get to see him again when our time is right.
Dad, as you know I love you with all my heart. Not only were you my Dad, Father, Pops and Poppy to me/us but you were my best friend with whom I could share everything that was going on with me and you were always there to lend an ear and deep thoughtful reasoning. I will miss you for eternity.
I Love you Dad.
Till the next time we meet.
JENNIFER MIKELAIT
Dear Uncle Pat,
Well,.. I grew up believing you would live forever! I really did because you were so much larger then “life” itself!
You represented LIFE Uncle Pat… you lived with passion, and you lived with intention. There was always light and love surroundinf your infectious presence, and the way you listened deeply without judgement,.
Uncle Pat, you showed me that living, I mean really LIVING is not about conforming to things just because we are taught to. That it is okay to live out loud, to explore my passions, to question things for myself, but above all… I learned to LIVE with unconditional love in my heart. I learned that I will make mistakes, and I may even hurt the people that I love. But “living out loud” can sometimes disrupt other people’s comfort zones, that some people don’t, and perhaps won’t always understand us, but OUR FAMILY loves unconditionally, we accept each other, we cherish each other, and we forgive each other.
Our family is very special. Our foundation is built on unconditional love, which has been tested many times for all of us. Our family does not judge one another. Our family steps in, and our family step up …… because you Uncle Pat, you showed me this. You did not preach it, you lived it.
So now as you rest in peace, just know your light and your love lives on through all of us.
Love,
Jenny
Luckie Demaree
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family at this difficult time.
We knew Paddy through our good friends, Gord Morris and Brock Mitchell.
Paddy was so much fun to hang out with. He was always caring and
loved by everyone. I sometimes wonder what’s in that coffee
he’s always drinking. May the love of his family and friends help you
through this tough times. We will all hold him close to our heart and
wish him peace.
Love,
Luckie and Jeff Demaree
Vernon, BC
Gary Kulchyski & Adriana Albanese
We are saddened by the passing of Paddy. He always had a kind thought a friendly word whenever approached. Gentlemen like Paddy are difficult to find. Paddy was the standard for gentlemanly conduct. He will be missed by many.
Kim Katz
Thank you all so very much for your warm condolences and for the heartwarming stories and memories being shared. They have been a blessing and a comfort during this time of loss. The most interesting man in the world and always the strongest man I knew, his lessons and love will stay with me for a lifetime. Rest In Peace dear Dad. Forever in my heart ❤️
MIKE ANTHONY
Very sorry to hear about the passing of Pat – great guy. My condolence to the family.
Claudio
This past November marks fifteen years since we’ve moved in to 484 Oriole. It only took a few days to meet Pat, who had been living here for some time. It didn’t take long before we became the best of friends. It was easy to pick up a glass of wine and head upstairs to see pat either for a chat or to watch the Leafs . He watched our children grow up and was always there if I needed some advice. Pat had amazing stories, from photographing Marilyn Monroe to surviving a car coming through the windows of Shoeless Joe’s. Always the rebel, a group of from the neighborhood sat on Shoeless patio one afternoon. Pat was telling us a story when a postal truck starting honking it’s horn because of a traffic jam. Pat stood up, chucked his half full wine glass at the truck and yelled, STFU ! Pat sat down and continued his story. PRICELESS! We laughed, Don’t mess with our Patti ! Over the years it was becoming apparent Pat needed help. His memory was effecting his daily routines and had to move to a place where he could be attended to. I was saddened when I help him move out, one of my best friend was leaving. We gave each other a big hug as Kim looked on. I would call Pat from time to time, but his cognitive abilities were declining. By the end of our conversations, he couldn’t remember who he was talking to. That was Ok with me, he was still with us. After receiving news of Pat’s passing, I did what we always talked about when he was God-bound …. I opened up a bottle, poured a shot, and toasted to our memories together…. There were a lot of memories Pat, the empty bottle proves that. RIP my dear friend Pat, until we meet again.
Sean Carman
I am devastated by loss. I’ll never forget his smile, laugh, and words of wisdom. I love you Pat and you’ll always be a dad to me. You’ve always been in my thoughts and fondest memories, and I will always carry them with me.
-Sean
Bob Hickson
So sorry to hear of Paddy’s passing. i’ve known Paddy for over fifteen years and although Gord, Brock etal were the organizers of our golf trips and social gatherings, Paddy was the ‘Godfather’. His terrific personality, sense of humor and ability to ‘carry the day’ will be sorely missed. He leaves behind a legacy, which along with Lenny and Eddie, will live on for many years to come. Rest in Peace Paddy.