Patricia Adams (nee Straughan), passed away peacefully at Riverwood Senior Living in Alliston, Ontario on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at 100 years, 6 months and 1 day.
Born in Kerrobert, Saskatchewan on December 19, 1925, Pat and family moved to Victoria, BC at a young age. Pat studied violin, becoming a professional violinist for over 60 years in Toronto playing in orchestras for the Canadian Opera Company, The National Ballet of Canada, Toronto Symphony Orchestra; at Massey Hall, Ontario Place Forum, Roy Thomson Hall; for TV, film and commercials.

Pat was predeceased by her husband, Ernest Adams and was loving mother to Tricia (Richard) and Jolie (Dave); grandmother to Alex (Angelo), Taylor (Lizzie), Casey (Dylan) and Jessie (Nolan) and great-grandmother to Oaklee, Avery, Daphne, Rowan and Eleanor.

Jolie and Trish would like to thank Riverwood Senior Living, all the nurses and PSWs, especially Terry and Monica for their excellent care of mom.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Rod Abrams Funeral Home. Cremation has taken place. In accordance with Mom’s wishes, there will be no funeral service or formal celebration of life at this time. For those who wish, donations may be made to the OSPCA and would be appreciated.