Patricia W Lucas,

MADISON-Patricia Ruth Lucas, age 88, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, July 26, 2013 at St. Mary’s Hospital. She was born on March 17, 1925, in Madison, daughter of Charles and Jennie (Crowley) Whittlinger. Patricia graduated from Edgewood High School in 1942. She then attended UW-Madison, majoring in Art. It was there that Patricia met her husband, Thomas Lucas, in a geography class. They were united in marriage on Oct. 30, 1946, at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Madison. Patricia was very artistic and shared that with her family. After raising her children she returned to work at LaFollette High School in 1968. Patricia started her labor of love, Artisan Gift Shop, with her friends, Audrey Simonson and Kay Seeliger. She developed a deep friendship with Audrey that lasted until her death. Patricia loved spending time with her grandchildren, Jeff and Kristine. She also enjoyed reading and traveling, spending time at the cabin in Eagle River, and was one of the first female members of the Madison Rotary. Patricia is survived by her loving husband of 67 years, Tom; daughters, Trisha, and Kathryn, favorite son-in-law, Marvin Jones; grandchildren, Jeff (Sarah) and Kristine; great-granddaughter, Willow Jones; niece, Barbara (Jim) Ellis; nephew, Jeff (Shari) Vaughn; and her dogs, Molly and Josie. She was preceded in death by her infant daughter; sister, Jean Vaughn; and brother, Chuck Whittlinger. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. PATRICK’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 404 East Main St., Madison, at 10 a.m., on Wednesday, July 31, 2013, with Father David Johannes presiding. Burial will be at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery. Following the burial, there will be a Celebration of Life Luncheon at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Dr., Madison, at 1 pm. Visitation will be held at the church from 9 a.m. until the time of Mass on Wednesday. Memorial contributions may be made in Patricia’s name to a charity of your choice. Special thank you is extended to Fr. Pat, and the doctors and nurses at St. Mary’s Hospital. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420 Cemetery: Burial will be at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church from 9 a.m. until the time of Mass on Wednesday. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. PATRICK’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 404 East Main St., Madison, at 10 a.m., on Wednesday, July 31, 2013, with Father David Johannes presiding.