Patricia “Pat” Hepner was welcomed into her Savior’s arms on Friday, February 16, 2024. Pat was born in Beaver Dam WI on October 4, 1938, to Guy Warden and Lucille (Hughes) Warden. She was preceded in death by both parents and her brother James Warden. 

Pat is survived by her husband of 59 years, Ronald Hepner; daughters Karen (Robert) Broring and Christine (David) Himm; grandchildren Zechariah (Amy) Broring, Elizabeth (fiancé Ben) Broring, Hannah (Kevin) Renner, Megan (fiancé Ben) Himm and, Nathan Himm; great grandchildren Rebeckah and Phillip Broring; sister-in-law Karen Warden. 

Pat graduated from North Division High School in 1956. After graduating, she worked at Kilbourn State Bank and then at Blue Cross for 26 years. She ended her working career as an Admissions Secretary at Wisconsin Lutheran College. 

As a young woman she owned a ski boat before a car and enjoyed camping, snow skiing, and water skiing. Pat golfed and bowled (she and Ron met at a bowling alley). She was an avid Brewer’s fan, and in her later years she made sure to catch every game on tv. Pat enjoyed sewing and various crafts. Some of the most cherished items were afghans, bowling bags with leather tooling, quilts, baptismal gowns, painted ceramic nativity, and felt applique Christmas stockings. In retirement, Pat and Ron went on cruises and traveled to many locations within the United States including Alaska and Hawaii.

Pat was a member of Pilgrim Lutheran Church in Menomonee Falls.  She was involved in many groups including the ladies’ Tabitha Society, Flower Guild, and Quilters Club.  She also led the Advent By Candlelight program for many years. 

A Christian  funeral will be held at  Pilgrim Lutheran Church (W156N5436 Bette Dr, Menomonee Falls) at 4:00 p.m. on February 23. Visitation at 2:00 p.m. until time of service. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials to Pilgrim Lutheran Church are appreciated.