July 25, 1942 – August 22, 2025
After a life well lived, Pat Boon passed away quietly, surrounded by family, on a beautiful day at her beloved home on Otter Lake in Huntsville.
Family was the most important thing in the world to Pat. She and her husband Craig were together for close to 55 years and married for 52, and Pat was very proud of her sons Chris (Stacey) and Darren (Angelica) and all her grandchildren. Pat also leaves behind her sister June Marchant, sister-cousin Jan Aylsworth, and her extended Blair and Boon families. She was predeceased by her brother, Robert Hill.
Pat spent her entire career as an elementary school teacher in the Huntsville area and touched many, many lives during that time. She loved Muskoka’s natural environment and actively tried to protect it through involvement with groups like the Otter Lake Association and donations to environmental organizations. She was also keenly aware of the political landscape and enjoyed discussing evolving policies.
Pat took part in many Probus Club activities and was an avid bridge player, always looking for more people to play. She participated in and, at times, taught tai chi and was an enthusiastic member of a walking club that turned into a lunch club.
Her favourite place in the world was her house on Otter Lake, and she also treasured the time she spent on Lake Joseph, where she spent summers as a child.
Pat will be deeply missed by her family and friends, but we are all grateful for the time we had with her.
A celebration of life will take place at a later date. Details will be posted on the Mitchell Funeral Home site when they become available.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Huntsville Hospital Foundation or Crohn’s and Colitis Canada.
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Our sincere condolences to you Craig and the Boon family. Always enjoyed our lunches with lively discussions on various topics. You are in our thoughts, Cliff andcJacqui Strickland
I am so sorry, Craig , to read of Pat’s passing. I knew Pat from our time as members of our various Tai Chi groups over the years. She was a wonderful lady, always ready to lend a hand, showed genuine understanding and interest in others and had a sharp sense of humour. Sending hugs to you and your family.
Our heartfelt sympathy to Pat’s family at this difficult time.. I know that Pat’s kindness and dedication to teaching would have touched countless lives throughout her career, with her lovable, sweet personality. How fortunate for those children who experienced Pat as their teacher!