Emerson "Pat" Patrick

Emerson known as “Pat” was born in Hornby, Ontario in 1906 to Sarah and Alfred Patrick. The family moved to Milton prior to moving to Acton and settling at 26 Cameron St., where Pat lived until his passing on January 28, 1968.

Pat, (one of four sons) that Sarah and Alfred sent to war) served with the Lorne Scots Militia for 14 years prior to enlisting for WW2. His first attempt to enlist at age 35 was denied as he was found to be medically unfit due to his vision. On his second attempt to enlist in 1942, he was accepted. Pat served with the Royal Canadian Ordnance Corps in Canada, England and France. Private Emerson Patrick received the France and Germany Star, Defence Medal and Clasp. Discharged on March 18, 1946…he was 40 years of age.

Upon his return from WW2, Pat worked as a glovemaker with Storey Glove in Acton until it closed in 1954. Pat became a steward at the Royal Canadian Legion in Acton and was later employed with Baker Guard Service at HK Porter plant in Acton.

Truly a Canadian Hero. Submitted to Homes of Heros Halton Hills by Trevolyn Louttet

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