In Celebration of

Pamela-Jay Bond

January 10, 1957 -  May 12, 2024

On May 12, 2024, at age 67, Pamela passed away peacefully at The E.W. Bickle Centre for Complex Continuing Care, Toronto, following a lengthy illness.

Pam is predeceased by her beloved wife of 37 years, Shannon Hogan (2023), her father, Jack (Jeannette) Bond (1988), her nephew Jack Bond (2013), her aunt Marina (Peter) Johnson, her uncle Bob (Lois) Bond, her aunt Sandy and uncle Gerry Dunn, grandmothers Margaret and Helen, and father-in-law Bernie (Virginia) Hogan (2013).  Pam leaves behind her loving mother Jeannette, her brothers Mark (Ada) and Christopher, and her niece Merrin (Doug) and their children; uncles Dale (Pat) Miquelon, Roy (Phyllis) Bond and Peter Johnson, aunt Lois Bond, and other aunts, uncles and cousins who all loved her dearly.  Pam was a deeply loved member of the Hogan family of Windsor, Ontario, and will be sadly missed by her in-laws Virginia Hogan, John and Alma Hogan, and all their family.  Pam also leaves behind many, many friends who loved her.  

Pam grew up in Edmonton and St. Albert, Alberta.  She graduated from Ross Sheppard High School in 1975.  Pam loved being outdoors and had a deep appreciation of the natural world around her.  An accomplished athlete, Pam excelled in a wide range of sports, including horseback riding, marksmanship, canoeing, and archery. As teenagers, Pam and her brother Mark attended Teen Time, which became a huge part of their teen lives. Pam was a camper and eventually a leader and President of Teen Time. 

Pam earned an Arts degree at the University of Alberta, graduating in 1978, and then went on to study Law at Queen's University.  Pam was a proud graduate of the class of Law ‘81 at Queen’s Law School.  In addition to her intellect, her classmates remember her as a ‘small but mighty’ competitor on law school teams, including hockey and touch football.

Pam was called to the Bar of Ontario in 1983.  She went on to work at QL Systems (later known as Quick Law) and then practiced law at Coutts Crane in Toronto.  She left private practice and later became a teacher in the Paralegal program at Seneca College.  She had a keen interest in her students and in providing them with the tools and skills for their success.

Pam strove to master everything she turned her mind to, whether it was law, teaching, gardening, a sport, a musical instrument, or a craft.  If there was just the right tool or piece of equipment that would successfully complete the endeavour, Pam was sure to find it.  She was a person of many gifts and talents, effortlessly combining a keen intellect with practicality and creativity.  Her love of gardening led Pam to complete all the required courses to achieve the title of Master Gardener.  She enjoyed singing and playing guitar.  A talented artist, she created projects with stained glass, and also took art classes to further develop her skills in drawing and painting.  

Over the course of many happy years together, Pam and her late wife Shannon shared a profound love and deep faith, drawing joy each day from just being together.  They shared their love with family and their many friends, as well as with their treasured dogs Murphy, Casey, Paddy, Brady and Teddy.  Pam and Shannon loved to travel together, visiting family in Alberta and friends in Spain and Singapore.  

Family and friends fondly remember many delicious meals and much laughter at the Hogan-Bond residence in The Beach, including themed get-togethers to celebrate such events as The Olympics, The Oscars, and Royal weddings.  In addition to being a talented cook, Pam delighted in finding just the right accessories and decorations to make each event even more special.  

Those who were lucky enough to have had Pam in their lives will hold in their hearts the memory of a shining spirit whose love, kindness, and generosity truly made a difference in the world.  

Pam’s family would like to extend their thanks to lifelong friend Sarah Muttitt and longtime friends Marianne Fenner, Kathy Hawke and Cheri DiNovo for their friendship and support to Pam during her illness.  Thanks are extended, as well, to the staff of The E.W. Bickle Centre and the PSW and administrative staff of Divine Favour for their devoted care.

A Service of Remembrance for Pam will be held in the Yorke Chapel, Turner and Porter Funeral Home, on May 23, 2024 at 11:00 a.m.  Family and close friends will be receiving visitors one hour before the start of the service.  For those who wish, donations may be made to the Toronto Humane Society or CNIB Guide Dogs.  For those who are unable to attend the Service of Remembrance in person, a link to access a livestream of the service will be available on this website.  

Guestbook 

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Craig Slater (Law School Classmate)

Entered May 16, 2024 from Toronto

This is very sad news. The Pam that I knew, all those years ago, was feisty, energetic and uncompromising in respect to her principles. She will be missed.

Lori Biamonte Mohacsy (Friend)

Entered May 18, 2024 from Alberta

I am so terribly sorry to hear this news. Pam was a very special part of my life, and of each of those her life touched. Both at Ross Shep and at Teen Time, her bright and cheerful spirit helped to make those years some of the happiest of my growing up years. To Mark and family, and all those friends close to her, love and blessings to you.

Ralph Playdon (Old friend)

Entered May 18, 2024

I remember Pam’s vibrancy for her teen time days over 50 years ago.

Wayne Dunn (Friend)

Entered May 18, 2024 from Jacksonville, FL

Who could help but remember Pam’s focus, drive, and heart. Mark: I know it’s been decades since Teen Time but the memories are fond and Pam left you and your family far too soon.

Kathy Singhroy (Friend)

Entered May 22, 2024 from Edmonton

I am so very sorry for to hear this. I also met Pam through Teen Time. I have many wonderful memories of Pam and the fun and friendship we had serving on the executive of Teen Time and at camp. Please accent my sincere condolences Mark and family!! Blessings.