Patsy M. Krueger

Patsy M. Krueger, age 66, of Ripon, WI, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 18, 2026 at Barrett House in Ripon.

Patsy was born on September 1, 1960 in Ripon, WI, daughter of DuWayne and Mary Ann Krueger. Mary Ann passed away when Patsy was very young, so she was raised by loving foster parents, Henry and Margaret Jolly, who treated her like their daughter. When they were asked if they would like to raise a little three year old, they were very happy to have her. Despite being born with cerebral palsy, she lived a vibrant and happy life with a deep love for family and friends, especially those she met while working at Diverse Options (formerly Ripon Area Service Center) from 1980 until 2022. Patsy lived at a group home on Mayparty Dr. in Ripon for a period of time, later moving to a group home in Pickett. Her final days were at Barrett House. Patsy was loved by many dear friends and will be missed by many dear friends, especially Mary.

Patsy is survived by her guardian and special friend, Mary (Hritsko) Erickson, along with many friends. She was preceded in death by her foster parents, Henry and Margaret Jolly; and her birth mother and father, Mary Ann (Zeto) and DuWayne Krueger.

A graveside service and inurnment will be held at 10:00 am on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at Rosendale Cemetery, Rosendale, WI, with Rev. Kelly Leary officiating.

A special thank you to Barrett House, Preceptor Home Health & Hospice, and Dr. Weber for making her last days more comfortable.