Patricia J. Kennedy, age 83 years, of Elroy, Wisconsin, passed away on Sunday, June 8, 2025 at Greenway Manor in Spring Green, Wisconsin.
She was born on February 8, 1942 in Baraboo, Wisconsin, the daughter of John and Selma (Hinz) Lenihan. She graduated from the Baraboo High School.
Patricia was united in marriage to Charles F. Kennedy on October 28, 1961 at Durward’s Glen, near Baraboo.
They farmed in the Baraboo area and later near Wonewoc, Wisconsin from 1970 to 1995. They retired and then moved to Elroy where they were active in the community. Charlie preceded her in death on July 20, 2018.
Pat worked for the City of Elroy as a Utility Clerk for many years. She was also a member of the Elroy Lions Club and Elroy Women’s Club. She enjoyed calligraphy, bird watching and bicycle riding.
Survivors include her children, John (Tanya) Kennedy and Kathy Garner (Jon Elliott); grandchildren, Bobby (Lana) Kennedy, Mikaela Kennedy, Kane Kennedy, Madeline Kennedy, Kasey Garner (Stefan) Rudel and Stacey (Jordan) Schraufnagel and great grandchildren, Hunter, Brielle, Stella, Jaxon, Silas and Emerson.
In addition to her husband, Charles; she was preceded in death by her Parents; siblings, Eugene Lenihan, Elaine Mehl and John Lenihan and grandson, Davis Daniel Garner.
There are no services scheduled at the time. Interment will be in the Elroy City Cemetery at a later date.
Pat’s family would like to thank Greenway Manor and Terrace of Spring Green and Sauk Prairie Hospital for their exceptional care, comfort and compassion.
The Picha Funeral Home in Elroy is assisting, for online information go to www.pichafuneralhomes.com
