Patricia Ann Robinson January 17, 1946 – January 27, 2026
Patricia (Pat) Robinson of Queensland, died at Shoreham Village, Chester, on January 27, 2026, after a series of strokes.  She is survived by her sister, Margaret (Peggy) Hudson.
Pat grew up on a wheat farm in eastern Washington State, where she and Peggy enjoyed horseback riding, riding in the back of the wheat truck during harvest, playing with their dogs and cats, and roller skating in the unfinished basement of the family home.  Pat began her education in a 2-room rural school and was immediately promoted to 2nd grade.  She finished high school at the top of her class and then earned bachelor's and master's degrees from the University of Arizona. She had so many interests and talents.  She worked for a time in costuming for movies and TV, and she also designed and made wonderful costumes for the young son of one of her friends.  He is currently a film editor, director, and producer.  Pat later pursued graduate work in accounting at the University of Alberta, hoping to be of help to nonprofits.  Pat came to Nova Scotia for a faculty post at St. Mary's University, bought and refurbished a house, and proudly and gratefully became a Canadian citizen.  She was active in AA for many years, essentially the last half of her life.  In retirement, she enjoyed volunteering tutoring math for adult learners, and she was so proud of all of them.  Pat had a positive outlook, a curious and creative mind, a zany sense of humor, a lifelong love of books and cats, and a great appreciation for the many friendships she developed over the years.  A memorial service will be arranged in the future. Arrangements are under the direction of the R.A. Corkum Funeral Home, Wileville.  On-line condolences may be made by visiting www.corkumfuneralhome.ca