Patten Funeral Home

09/30/2026

Today, we remember and honour the children who were taken from their families and communities, and the survivors of residential schools whose experiences continue to impact generations.

Truth and Reconciliation Day is a time to listen, learn, remember, and reflect on the history of Indigenous peoples in Canada. May we continue to educate ourselves, honour those affected, and work toward a future built on understanding, respect, and reconciliation. 🧡

Every Child Matters. 🧡

09/11/2026

Today, we pause to remember the innocent lives lost on September 11, 2001, and to honour the courage of the first responders, the strength of the survivors, and the families forever changed that day. We remember, we honour, and we will never forget. 🕊️

08/20/2026

Fall is a time for getting organized. Back to school, the change of seasons. Shouldn't you also be prepared for the most significant event your family will ever face. Planning ahead is not about focusing on the difficult moments — it’s about creating peace of mind, sharing your wishes, and making things easier for the people you love.

06/22/2026

It's a time to recognize and celebrate the traditions, cultures and contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis.
🖤🤍💛❤️

06/20/2026

Your story matters. Your wishes matter. Your family matters. ❤️
Have you ever thought about what you would want your loved ones to know, remember, and carry forward?
Planning ahead is not about focusing on the difficult moments — it’s about creating peace of mind, sharing your wishes, and making things easier for the people you love.
Join us for a free in-person information session, “Your Life. Your Legacy.” where we’ll talk about the importance of planning your life celebration in advance and how a little preparation today can make a meaningful difference for your family tomorrow.
Whether you’re just starting to think about it or have questions you’ve never asked, this is a comfortable space to learn, ask questions, and explore your options.
📅 Thursday, June 25th | 1:00 P.M.
📍 T.W. Curry Community Centre
Bring a guest — we would love to welcome you.
RSVP: 902-539-3002or [email protected]

If this message reaches you during a difficult season, please know we are always here as a resource and support.

05/10/2026

On this special day, may we all show our mom's in one way or another, how incredible she is, how much we love her, & we appreciate everything she has done for us & continues to do every day. Today, give her a longer than normal hug & tell her, "I love you, mom.

"𝑻𝒐 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒍𝒅, 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒂 𝒎𝒐𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓; 𝒕𝒐 𝒎𝒆, 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒍𝒅." 🩷🌸⚘️

05/09/2026

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/en-ca/obituaries/glace-bay-ns/michael-campbell-12872833

Celebrate the life of Michael Campbell, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of Patten Funeral Home.

05/06/2026

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/en-ca/obituaries/glace-bay-ns/thomas-donaldson-12866580

Celebrate the life of Thomas Donaldson, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of Patten Funeral Home.

05/05/2026

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/en-ca/obituaries/glace-bay-ns/frances-hunter-12863590

Celebrate the life of Frances Hunter, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of Patten Funeral Home.

05/04/2026

It's not a surprise that when we have to say goodbye to someone we love, it hurts & it leaves a hole in our hearts that we feel couldn't possibly heal. Trust me, I've been there, who hasn't? But through the pain, please remember there are reasons to smile. Like when someone shares a funny memory of their loved one with us or stories that show us just how much of a wonderful human being they were & they lived life to the fullest. Those are reasons to smile.

We had the honor of celebrating a life, who was very obviously adored by so many. And through the sadness and loss, there were reasons to smile. One of those, you can see in this picture. Having so many from the hockey community, proudly wearing their jerseys, coming together to say goodbye to one of their own. That was a reason to smile. Never stop searching for those opportunities. They are there; we just have to look for them. 🤍
Glace Bay Minor Hockey Association

"𝑰𝒕 𝒊𝒔 𝒐𝒌𝒂𝒚 𝒕𝒐 𝒔𝒎𝒊𝒍𝒆; 𝒋𝒐𝒚 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒔𝒐𝒓𝒓𝒐𝒘 𝒄𝒂𝒏 𝒄𝒐𝒆𝒙𝒊𝒔𝒕."