Patricia Stobbe

Patricia Ann Bielmeier Stobbe June 23, 1927- January 20, 2023 "Mom's 95 years long journey has taken an upward turn. She is bound for heaven." Patricia was born June 23, 1927, to John and Katherine Bielmeier in North Fond du Lac. When she was very young, her father was killed in a train accident. Later, her mother remarried, and the family moved to Berlin where Pat resided for the remainder of her life. Growing up, she helped her stepfather deliver milk throughout the city from the Liese Dairy. She attended Washington School and Berlin High School where she excelled in academics, played flute in the band, was elected Miss Berlin in 1943, and graduated in 1944. She married Jim Thomas in 1945 and together they had eight children. During WWII she had worked at the Rationing Board, later as a farm wife and mother, then at Miracle Printing, and finally as a secretary for the Berlin School District, until her retirement in 1991. She was an accomplished bowler, racking up several 500 and 600 series. A natural athlete herself, she took great pride in watching her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren excel in sports... many state champions among them. She was also a steadfast fan of the Packers and Brewers, rarely missing a broadcast. She accurately evaluated their team and individual performances. Besides sports, she was known for her "green thumb" keeping African violets, Christmas cacti, begonias and even geraniums healthy and thriving for generations. In 1979, she married Ray Stobbe. She became a much-loved stepmom to his three sons and later to their grandchildren too. She and Ray wintered in Florida and enjoyed many trips together, particularly one to Ireland. She was very proud of her Irish heritage. She loved watching her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren play and grow and become friends at Pearl Lake. They loved her cottage cheese dip for their veggies! Always involved, she especially enjoyed serving as the secretary of the Pearl Lake Owners Association. She never missed birthdays and anniversaries always sending thoughtful cards and notes. Through her example, encouragement and practical expectations, she raised " take charge" children, but never stopped "taking care" of them. She never held back. She gave them wings to become individuals who would share their time and talents in their communities, workplaces, and neighborhoods. Faith was always her foundation. She supported her church through service by baking cakes and tons of her famed homemade potato salad for bazaars, picnics, and special occasions at St. Joseph's, St. Michael's, and All Saints. She treasured the gift of Holy Communion. Patricia is survived by her children, Judi(Al) Gosenheimer, Pearl Lake, Terry ( Nancy) Thomas, Fond du Lac, Monica ( Lyle) Nelson, Sturgeon Bay, Mark "Butch" ( Rita) Thomas, West Bend, Dan ( Deb) Thomas, Sheboygan, Maribeth Zanon, Beaver Dam, Jeff (Sheila) Thomas, Ripon, Rob (Amy) Thomas, Oshkosh ,Mike (Linda) Stobbe, Marengo, Kenny Stobbe, Mason, and Tom (Jamie) Stobbe, Eagle River. She is further survived by twenty-seven grandchildren, fifty-six great grandchildren, and seven great great-grandchildren. Other survivors include her sister, Ruth Gimenez; in- laws, Joan Nicholaisen, Tom (Judy) Thomas, Larry (Phyllis) Thomas, Bobbie Stobbe; many nieces, nephews, cousins and " adopted" kids who also loved her and called her "Mom" and " Grandma". She was preceded in death by her husband Ray; her parents, sisters and brothers-in-law; Monica (Jim) Krause, Mary (Frank) Forjan, Al (Sharon) Liese; many family members and friends, especially her grand daughter-in-law, Heidi ( Ben) Nelson. The celebration of her life will be held according to her wishes for a " good, old- fashioned Berlin Funeral" with visitation from 4 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, January 25, 2023, and also on Thursday, January 26, 2023 from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Wiecki-Skipchak Funeral Home of Berlin A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, January 26, 2023 at All Saints Catholic Parish in Berlin with Father John Silva officiating. Burial follows at St. Michael Cemetery of Berlin. The family wishes to thank the nurses and doctors at Theda Care Medical Center in Berlin and ThedaCare at Home Hospice Staff for their compassionate care for Mom and all of us. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice, Meals on Wheels, or All Saints Capital Campaign are appreciated.116 S. Adams Ave Berlin, WI 54923

Patricia Stobbe

June 23, 1927 - January 20, 2023