Patricia Anne Swarts

Patricia Anne Swarts, 82, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2026, in Ottawa, surrounded by her family. She faced her long battle with pulmonary fibrosis with the same dignity, courage, and grace that marked every chapter of her life. Patricia was known for her infectious optimism and cheerful spirit. Fiercely loyal, wonderfully funny, and unfailingly honest, she brought bright, supportive energy to everyone around her. Whether cheering for her family or her favorite teams, she was a steadfast and joyful presence in the lives of those she loved.

She was a devoted wife to her Bobby and the beloved matriarch of the Madore clan. A dear sister, sister-in-law, and friend to many, Patricia found profound peace 36 years ago on her 47th birthday when she reconnected with her birth son, Normand Charette. She took great pride in the family he built with his wife, Lori, and cherished her role as “Gramma” to Camille and Olivier, whom she lovingly called her “little family” and who remained the light of her life.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert (Bobby) Swarts, her parents Vincent and Marion Madore, her brother Danny Madore, and her brothers-in-law Ben Hollup and Melvin Stewart. Patricia is survived by her son Normand Charette and his wife Lori, her cherished grandchildren Camille and Olivier, her sisters Corrine Weisbrod (Brett), Karen “Sparkles” Hollup, Curtis (Mary Louise) Madore, Barry (Lada) Madore, Debbie (Bart Haskett) Mask, and Donna Stewart, her brothers Lloyd (Kathy) Madore, Randy (Moira) Madore, and Blaine (Wendy) Madore, her sister-in-law Carol Ann Madore, her special friend Salvatore “Sam” Giamontie, many nieces and nephews, and a wide circle of friends.

A celebration of her life will be held at the family cottage in July in Mont Tremblant, Quebec. In her memory, donations may be made to SOS – Steps Off the Street.