Pat was an Engineering and Investment Genius,
Dedicated Husband, Wonderful Father, Loving Grandfather and a Kind Friend to many….. He is missed….
Obituary
Patrick Akim Toyloy "Pat" was an amazing man.
He was born in Spalding, Clarendon, Jamaica on 15 April 1940 to Kitty “Violet” Lyons and Tekel Toyloy-Chen.
Patrick had many fond memories of his early years in Jamaica. He had a good education and developed his love of planting from the school gardens. After school, he then turned to driving everything! Trucks, cars, motorbikes - anything with wheels! He would transport goods around the whole Island, often whilst eating huge patties!
Pat travelled to England by ship on the SS Montserrat - it took two weeks and he arrived in Southampton, England on 15 September 1961 at the tender age of 21.
Patrick was married to the love of his life - Ethlyn Beatrice Toyloy (formerly Mitchell). It is said that he spotted her in Jamaica - fell in love at first sight and followed her to the UK! They married on 27 March 1967. Pat loved Ethlyn and was a totally devoted husband - demonstrated by growing her favourite roses throughout the entire duration of their 52 year marriage.
Patrick and Ethlyn had one child - Nicolina - She was a bright child and indeed, she grew up to be an outstanding Solicitor and Non-Executive Director. They were very proud of her and became even prouder after she gifted them 2 grandchildren - Xavier & Theo. They raised and cared for those two little boys over many years. Endless school pickups and lots of play. They were the most dedicated of grandparents.
Patrick worked hard at many jobs until he settled as an Aircraft Engineer at “Fields” where he worked in the workshop with his many friends - "Alf" in particular who shares the same birthday and remained his friend until the end. Pat was so proud to receive a 40 year long service award; he loved that job (and his work-mates) and was known to be an outstanding brilliant engineer. Pat could figure out the toughest engineering problem without ever referring to a single manual.
Patrick had a fabulous life in the UK - always living in and about the Croydon Area. From enjoying music and dancing, to fixing up houses, to tinkering with cars, making contraptions, cooking and GROWING anything and everything. Pat had a very full life.
Patrick & Ethlyn developed a love of travel in the 80s and over the course of their marriage - visited over 40 countries - and even owned a property in Spain for many years!
I think we can all agree - Pat was an engineering and investment genius, dedicated husband, wonderful father, loving grandfather and a kind friend to many.
Patrick died in Croydon, UK on 29 April 2024 - He lived to see his 84th birthday! I take a moment to thank “Beverley” for her loving dedication to caring for both Pat and Ethlyn over the last 5 years.
Let us remember the many happy memories we have of Pat and ALWAYS celebrate his life rather than mourn his death.
Patrick is survived by his daughter (Nicolina), his two grandchildren (Xavier and Theo) and his brother (Buster / Fraley Toyloy).
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He will be missed in every way and time could never heal the hurt and pain of his loss R. I. P. All my love to the family.
He will be sorely missed by all who
associated with him young and old.
Lots of Love to Uncle Pat, may your Soul rest in peace
Sleep tight pat xx
I enjoyed many an insightful discussion with you. You were so full of knowledge and wisdom, I always received a life nugget to take away with me. I enjoyed your witty sense of humour.
It was inspiring to watch you play your part as a husband, father and. grandfather admirably. You were a great source of encouragement and support to all of your family and to me.
With consistent hard work, you ensured your family, were protected and enjoyed the best. Your intuitive and intelligent foresight created investments that will keep your lineage comfortable.
You had outstanding abilities and skills that shone bright in your chosen careers. This caused you to be a source of admiration and respect at work, many were privileged to work with you.
A man of few words yet a man of action. Never a man to be idle, you kept yourself busy with your agriculture, horticulture, travelling and engineering inventions until it was no longer possible.
A life lived to its fullest that should be celebrated not mourned. Well done! Rest in perfect peace.
Celebration of Life Service
