Obituary
Patricia Joan Hicke
Patricia Joan Hicke , 92, of La Crosse passed away on Sunday, June 18, 2023.
Pat was- born December 5, 1930, to Walter and Verona DeLaney on Indian Hill in La Crosse, WI.
Pat was a lifetime North Sider and graduated from Logan High School.
Pat was married to Kermit Hicke on May 12, 1951 at Immanuel Lutheran Church. They were later divorced but remained friends. She is survived by a son, Michael (Laurie) Hicke and their children Ashley (Nick) Anker, Lauren (Chris) Kachel and their son Tate. A daughter Jaye Hicke and her daughter Toni (Ben) Johnson.
Pat was preceded in death by her parents, sister Carol Koelbl, brother John “Jack” DeLaney, and Kermit Hicke.
Pat was a lifetime parishioner of Immanuel Lutheran Church and enjoyed coffee and doughnuts after service every Sunday. Pat worked at Garment Factory, Jack Winters, and later retired from Lutheran (Gunderson) Hospital. In her retirement she enjoyed traveling, whether it be by bus, plane, or ship. She traveled all throughout the United States, but her trip to Alaska and a long-awaited trip to Hawaii were her favorite. Pat attended classes at the YMCA in La Crosse five days a week and made some very special friends there. Pat also had “lunch bunch” once a month with a group of lifelong friends from high school.
We would like to thank Tomah Nursing and Rehab for the wonderful care they provided the over the past year. Also, thank you to St. Croix Hospice for the care they provided in her final days.
A private service will be held for her family.
Hi Mike, It’s been a long, long time since we talked. I want to send my sincere condolences regarding your Mom’s passing. As always, time will heal. Dennis
Mike, Jaye and families, we want to send our thoughts and prayers to all of you. The best memories of your mom and dad was the Hackett Reunion and the Loomis family picnics. My mom and dad thought alot of both of your parents.
We send our love to all of you. Al and Sue Bluske (Nichols).
Sue & Al, sure do miss all those reunions. Good times. Thanks for the condolences.
Mike and Jaye, so sorry for your loss. Your mom was a sweet classy ladie and a good friend to my mom Gladys Quinn at church. Sad to see another Northsider pass.
Thank you for the kind words Patty. Nice to hear from you.
Dear Mike and Jaye: I remember your mom from Lutheran Hospital. She was the best housekeeper ever! She cleaned my office and was always pleasant and cheerful. She talked with admiration of the two of you that I feel like I know you as well. I’m sure you’ll miss her but I’m thankful you had her as part of your lives for a good long time. Rest in Peace dear Pat. ❤️
Thank you for the condolences, its very much appreciated.
I enjoyed working with Pat many years and enjoyed our Jack Winter lunches for a few years. RIP, Pat.
Thank you for the condolences, very much appreciated.
I knew Pat for almost 28 years having lived in the same building and I considered her a friend. Pat was easy-going, likable, talkative, interesting, and upbeat. I will always cherish fun memories of her.
I remember hearing your name. She spoke of you kindly. She made many friends in the building.
Jaye & Mike,
Not sure if you remember me or not…it’s been a long time. Just wanted to say I was sorry to hear of your mom’s passing, she was a favorite aunt to Bruce & wasn’t afraid to say so. Hope you find comfort in the days ahead.
Of course i remember you. You were married to one of my two favorite male cousins, Rob being the other one. God bless there souls. Thanks for thinking of us at this time.