Arms of Janet Eleanor Patterson
Arms of Janet Eleanor Patterson
Blazon
Azure three marigolds Or;
Symbolism
The design of these arms was created for John George Glassey, Mrs. Patterson’s late father. The marigold is the floral symbol of the Town of Truro, Nova Scotia, Mr. Glassey’s lifetime home, and of which he was Mayor for 23 years. They also refer to his three children. The colour blue was chosen to mark Mr. Glassey’s long-time active association with the Progressive Conservative party.
Crest of Janet Eleanor Patterson
Blazon
A cock Azure legged and beaked Or, its dexter claw resting on an annulus enclosing a thistle Or;
Symbolism
The rooster, or cock, refers to “Cock o’ the North”, the house brand of whisky blended in Halifax by Mrs. Patterson’s great-grandfather, who also used this name for his boat and the cook house at his country retreat. The thistle marks the family’s Scottish ancestry. The gold ring makes two allusions: to the emblem of the Rotary Club, in which Mr. Glassey had been involved for 70 years, and to a wheel, marking his career selling automobiles.
Motto of Janet Eleanor Patterson
Blazon
DREUCHD ROIMHE FHÈIN;
Symbolism
This is a translation of “Service above self”, the motto of Rotary International.
