Patrick Wayne Stay - Member Statement

CLAUDIA CHENDER « » : Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Patrick Wayne Stay, a beloved Dartmouth community member whose life was cut brutally short at age 36 this past September.

Pat loved his friends and family and his community of Dartmouth hard. He was generous, and kind, funny, and quick, and he always had an encouraging word to offer anyone in need. Pat was also a world-renowned MC known for his diverse, intricate, and cutting battle-rap style. He was called the nicest guy you would ever get insulted by. Even Eminem publicly mourned his loss, and I know he counted some members of this House among his fans.

Pat was adored by the community, and he will be deeply missed, especially by his wife Malyssa and his children, Alaura and Calvin. Violence has no place in our communities, and Pat's untimely passing stands as a painful reminder of this.

I ask all members to join me in honouring the memory of Pat Stay. (Applause)