Obituary
Patricia Mae (Patti) Kline
Patricia Mae (Patti) Kline, 76 of Onalaska, passed away peacefully November 23rd 2023.
Throughout her lengthy battle with cancer her wish to remain in her home of more than 50 years was honored and as she entered into eternal rest she was surrounded by her loving and supportive family.
Patti Crogan was born August 23, 1947 to Stewart and Madeline Crogan in La Crosse Wi. She was one of eight children.
She graduated from Aquinas High School in 1965. The following year she married classmate Dennis Kline.
Over the next couple years, Patti and Denny were stationed several places across the United States during his time in the armed forces.
They settled back home in Onalaska, where Patti continued her work as a CNA in the healthcare field.
They had two daughters, Kari and Kathy, and were later divorced in 1982.
Patti worked diligently as she continued to raise her children. Over the course of her employment, she worked for the La Crosse Uniform Shop, La Crosse Footwear and after another 15 dedicated years she retired from Kwik Trip.
Patti enjoyed gardening and took pride in the appearance of her yard and flowers. She very much enjoyed the golf course view from her front deck. She liked playing cards, watching movies and going for walks with her sister Bette. She was an avid Green Bay Packer fan. She enjoyed shopping trips with her sisters and impromptu road trips where we often found unique shops, random watering holes and usually a casino or two.
She was a thoughtful, generous and giving person. Patti was funny. She could make anyone smile.
She most enjoyed hosting family gatherings. To quote her great granddaughter, Maddie, “she always had great parties and food.” and we could always count on “Hazel” to clean up the mess.
Patti is survived by her daughters, Kari (Kline) Neumann and Katherine Kline.
Three grandchildren; Jamie (Kline) Visger, Jeremy Kline and Ryan Neumann.
Two great grandchildren; Madelynn and Lenna Visger.
She is also survived by four sisters; Mary (Jule) Zander, Bette (Jim) Werth, Kathy (Brad) Rux and Margaret Crogan; one brother; John (Julie) Crogan, one sister in law, Bonnie Crogan; and many loving nieces and nephews. Even her great nieces and nephews all stayed close to Patti. She was blessed to have lifelong friend Sonia Leis and trusted friend and neighbor Ardie Vanriper.
She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Jim Crogan and Mike Crogan.
Kari and Kathy send a heartfelt thank you to all Patti’s siblings for your love, time, energy, supplies & food deliveries and all the extra support you provided to us while we took care of our Mom.
Special thanks to Allen Kirchoff for all his love, support and hard work maintaining her home and yard just the way Nannie liked it,
A huge hug to Sue Williams, Mom cherished your many visits.
The family would also like to thank the Mayo Clinic Cancer Center for their tender care throughout her many treatments.
Finally to the Mayo Hospice nurses for your amazing dedication and support throughout the final weeks we thank you.
A Celebration of Life will be held December 14th at The Gathering Place 133 Mason St, Onalaska.
Visitation at 10:00am. service at 11:00 am. Lunch immediately follows.
My deepest condolences to you. I loved Patty the moment I met her; she just had a way of making you feel like you’d known her all your life. She was a beautiful person and so much fun to be around. She will be missed but never, ever forgotten. Much love and prayers of comfort to you all.
Thank you Crista and Mike for your kind words about Patti. You described her perfectly. She was loved by all who knew her. She will be missed but will always be in our hearts and memories. ?
Patti’s Family
Betty and Maggie
So very sorry to hear of the loss of your sister! Sounded as though she lived a wonderful busy life and was loved! She will continue her gardening in heaven painfree. God Bless to all. Hugs
Thank you Pat for your kind words. Patti was loved by all who knew her. She will be missed but always in our hearts and memories. ?
Maggie and Bette
I was so sorry to just read today about Patti. So sorry to hear she suffered with cancer. I remember her from our family gatherings
Such a fun cousin. My best to her sisters & all the family. Mary Sonsalla Hyde
So sad to read this. We remember fun times at the Silver Spur. She was so much fun. Condolences to the family. Fred and Mare
Your Mom was one special woman!! I worked with her for a few years at Kwik Trip and had a blast….she will all be with you in your hearts… hugs and prayers to all the families… Heaven got a great lady ❤️
We are so sorry to read about Patti’s passing. Our deepest condolences to her family.
RIP Pat. I knew Pat and worked with her years ago. We had so much fun. She was the nicest person.
My condolences to Patti’s family. She was a wonderful women. We were great friends in high school and only lived a couple blocks from each other! She seemed to be always smiling. We had some special times together and double dated. She touched my life and I have wonderful memories.
So sorry for your loss!
Oh how I loved Patti! I remember our days at Kwik Trip and the fun times after work we had at a local watering whole.
RIP! Patti, you were a great and fun loving person.
Kari and family, You have our sincere condolences at your time of sorrow.
I am so sorry to hear this. I worked with Patti many years at Kwik Trip bakery and we had the best time! She had the kind of smile and laugh that made you want to laugh right along with her- and a very kind heart! She was an absolutely beautiful person and will be so missed! Condolences to her whole family.
Sending my sincere sympathy to all your family. I am sorry I could not attend the service today, but my prayers surround you all.