Passed away August 11, 2016 at the St. Catharines General Hospital. Survived by husband Richard Cowper, daughters Jackie Morris and Kathleen Grimes of Ottawa, by niece Kim MacDonald and nephew Michael MacDonald also of Ottawa, and by 6 grandchildren. Prior to her retirement to St. Catharines. Patricia taught piano, music theory and recorder for some 40 years in Ottawa where she was also active in ORMTA (Ontario Registered Music Teachers Association). Following her wishes, cremation will take place. A Celebration of Life is planned for September 10 in Ottawa.