Born to eternal life January 29, 2026, at the age of 84 surrounded by her family and loved ones. 

Loving wife of Thomas (Tom) for over 65 years.  Adored mother of Christine (Steven) Ehr and Patrick (Wioletta) Klein.  Cherished Nana of Katie (Jonathan), Alissa (Matthew), Theresa (Andrew), Natalie (Nicholas), Valerie (William).   Special Great Nana of Karlee, Landon, Riley, Emma, Abigail, Graceyn, and Weston.  Sister of Judy Antilla, Randy Peterson, Dennis Peterson, sister-in-law of Jacqueline Karls.  

Further survived by nieces, nephews and many friends, she considered family. 

Preceded in death by her parents Edward and Ida Mae, brother Donald, sister Susan, and beloved son Larry.

Born February 20, 1941, in Crosby, MN   Graduated Crosby-Ironton High School and shortly thereafter moved to Duluth, MN to work on the Air Force Base as a civilian, where she met her future husband, Tom.  After marrying in MN, they moved to Milwaukee, began their family, eventually building a home in Sussex, WI where they have resided for 55 years.

Patsy’s working days were mostly spent in the career placement industry for over 35 years before retiring in 2007.  Retired life consisted of being an active member in her church, gardening, making some of the best salsa and jellies, hosting many fun gatherings for family and friends, rooting on the Brewers, being a member of the VFW Post 6377 Ladies Auxiliary, playing chauffer for her friends, gambling trips to Las Vegas and various WI casinos, and of course, her playing Sheepshead.

Service for Patsy will be Friday, February 6, 2026, at Christ Our Savior Lutheran Church, N59 W22476  Silver Spring Drive, Sussex, WI 53089.  Visitation begins at 10:00 am and will continue until the time of service at 12:00 pm.

In keeping with Pat’s generous spirit, the family asks that, in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Sussex Food Pantry, St. Judes, Boys Town, or Sussex Outreach.