Sandra Jean Patrick

1936 ∼ 2016

Sandra Jean Patrick
Sandra Jean Wright-Patrick was born on October 22, 1936, in Sault Ste. Marie, MI, to Melvin and Dorothy (Packard) Wright. She attended St. Mary’s Catholic Grade School and Loretto Catholic High School in Sault Ste. Marie, until her graduation in June of 1954. She married Francis Patrick at St. Mary’s Church in Sault Ste. Marie on June 9, 1956. In 1959 they moved with their young family to Kenosha, WI, where she lived until her death on Wednesday, August 10, 2016, at the age of 79. Sandy enjoyed working on her crafts, playing cards with friends and family, music of every kind, watching old movies, doing puzzles and celebrating holidays. In her last year, she truly loved being part of the knitting group, playing bingo and socializing with her neighbors and friends at Harborside Commons in Kenosha. Sandy had many enjoyable pastimes, among her favorites were the peaceful hours she spent listening to her all-time favorite performer, Willie Nelson. Sandy was also a highly devoted Green Bay Packer fan. Above all else, Sandy lived to love and serve her family. Family meant everything to Sandy and Wednesday nights were “Family Nights” at the Patrick’s for many, many years. That meant that there were as many as 18 to 20 family members gathered together every week, enjoying supper and playing board or card games, with Sandy in the middle and loving every minute of it. Christmas was her favorite holiday and she made the most of it… all with family in mind. In addition to her parents and her brother, Peter Wright, she was preceded in death by her husband of over 50 years, Francis, and her very special son Ricky – The Down’s Syndrome “Angel” of the family to whom she was unselfishly devoted. She will be greatly missed by her children: Robert (Roxanne) Patrick, Mary (Kevin) Thomsen and Ronald Patrick, all of Kenosha and by her sister, Sally (Buck) Hutt of Fruitport, MI. Also mourning her loss are her grandchildren, Angela, Tim, Robert Jr., Amanda, Andrea, Sarah, Samantha, Matthew, Larry and Daniel, and by her great-grandchildren, Miguel, Mason, Payton, Talan, Hank, Nolan and Ivy. In addition, already missing their much loved “Aunt” Sandy are her nieces and nephews and the many members of the Patrick and Wright extended families. Everyone who knew her, loved her and will miss her sweet smile and quiet wit. Visitation will be held on Monday, August 15th, at Proko Funeral Home from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, August 16th, at the funeral home at 10:00 a.m. Entombment will follow at All Saints Mausoleum.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit and Sign Sandra’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com

Condolences

Kathy Knopfhart August 7, 2017
I just want to let Sandra's family know that I have thought of Sandra many time since her passing. I would do her hair at Harbor Side Commons, every Thursday. I miss all the conversations we'd have. She was a Sweet Lady. May all the good memories of her help ease the pain of your loss. Sandra is in my prayers every day. May God Bless all of you.
Dan Hutt August 19, 2016
Dear Aunt Sandy,It's very hard to believe that I will not have the chance to pick up the phone and chat like we have for so many years.I will miss that more than ever.But it's your time to be with the"others" who have gone before us.I will miss you forever.Rest in peace.Love you.Danny.
Kathy Knopfhart August 17, 2016
To the Sandra Patrick family, I feel sorry for all of your family. You will all miss her as I will. I was her hair dresser at Harborside . I always looked forward to doing her hair and having conversations with her during those times. She was such a sweet lady. She never complained about her sickness. It was so sad when she was not able to come and get her hair done due to her illness. I'm sorry I was unable to come to her service. I am out of town all week. God Bless You all during this time of sadness. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. She will truly be missed. Kathy Knopfhart
Alan Darwin August 17, 2016
As a visitor from (a long way) out of town, I was always made very welcome in the Patrick family home, and was lucky enough to be there for some of the Wednesday Family Nights at which I got to meet and know the family including her son Ricky, and husband Fran.. Thank you so much Mrs Mary's Mum... I shall miss you too... Alan in England..
Joanne Hatch August 16, 2016
Oh sweet Sandy - we only met a few times, but my folks - Ray and Eileen (Wright) Young sure loved you dearly, which meant so did my brother Daniel Young, Diane (Young) McGovern, and of course me - Joanne (Young) Hatch. You were their sweet niece, that they loved to baby sit even before they had their own children. And later in life, I know you had some great times, and loads of laughter, as adults making your way in the world. Even after moving away from 'The Soo' - to far away California, I know the phone calls and letters meant the world to you both. Thank you for your wonderful sense of humor and always making us feel apart of the 'Wright' family! (Could a (w)right ever be wrong?!) We'll miss you so. Love your cousin - Joanne
Steve Hutt August 15, 2016
Sincere condolences to the entire family for the loss of such a dear sweet lady. She is a big part of the many happy memories of holidays and family gatherings of my childhood. They weren't as often as we'd have liked but there were always lots of laughs. She will be fondly remembered.
Joann Erickson August 14, 2016
I didn't know your mom/ grandma very well but anytime I spent with her and you,Mary and Sarah were always fun. What a wonderful woman she was. And such an angel she will be.
Linda Patrick August 12, 2016
I will never forget what a kind and caring person you have always been. Never putting yourself first always your family. One thing that always amazed me was no matter what was going on you would always have a welcoming smile on your face. My kids were blessed to have you as their grandma and you will be missed.
Sally Hutt August 12, 2016
I can't begin to tell you what is in my heart today my sweet sister Sandy. It will never operate the same because you were its other half. You were always there to give me a hug when I most needed it and I've never needed one more than I do right now. But you left me with so many wonderful memories; the much needed advice when I was confused or unhappy; the comfort you gave me when we suffered a loss and the countless stories we shared. And there were the laughs......oh the laughs. I guess its my job now to share our stories and bask in the memory of the love and that "twin" thing we shared. You left behind a wonderful family and I know you were proud of each and every one - right fully so. Buck loved you as a dear sister-in-law and to my "boys, Dan, Mike and Steve, you were always their "favorite Aunt" Sandy. I truly love you Honey and I will carry you in my heart every single day until we meet again.
Melissa Hren August 11, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Patrick family. I've known Sandy my entire life, and she was like a grandma to me. She was such an amazing and special person, and always made me feel like family. I enjoyed all the time I got to spend with her. I will miss her deeply, and will also miss playing words with friends with her online (she was an awesome player by the way). I wish I could be there to send and offer my sympathy in person to everyone who cared and loved her so much. Heaven surely gained another angel.