Patricia Jean Kovalaske
October 13, 1939 - July 18, 2021
Obituary
MONONA - Patricia J. Kovalaske, age 81, of Monona, passed away on Sunday, July 18, 2021. She was born on Oct. 13, 1939, in Bemidji, Minn., the daughter of Conrad Braaten and Florence “Jean” Maclachlan. Patricia graduated from high school in Bemidji, Minn. She married Robert Kovalaske.
Pat worked as an executive assistant for MATC in Madison, retiring in 1997. She truly enjoyed being part of the MATC community and was a recipient of the Employee of the Year award.
Pat loved traveling to Hawaii to visit her daughter, Kimberly. She also enjoyed being with her friends at Pleasant Springs Pub in Stoughton and playing the machines (especially #3.) Pat could out talk anyone by continuing conversations using her Pig Latin skills.
Pat was always impeccably dressed from head to toe, which often included her many changing hairstyles from her vast wig collection. She was a fun loving and easy-going woman who even got her first tattoo in her sixties.
Pat is survived by her daughters, Tracy Fuller and Lisa Daujotas; grandsons, William (Amanda) Fuller and Braaten Daujotas; granddaughters, Rebecca (Deontay Mitchell) Fuller, Tanya (Mercedez Garcia) Kraege and Katherine Daujotas; and other great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Robert; daughter, Kimberly Wheeler; brothers, Richard and William Braaten; and a sister, Sallie Moyer.
A celebration of life will be held at a future date. To be notified please contact Tracy Fuller via Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care.
Memorials may be made and sent to the family, c/o Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
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Jodie Wood
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I have very special memories of my Aunt Pat that I will cherish forever! All my love,
JS
June Sarbacker
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Heartfelt condolences to Pat's family. Many fond memories of our work days at MATC (Madison College), as well as fun and laughter at after-work gatherings and WVEA/WACTE conventions.
JB
Jan Bush
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Dear Tracy, Lisa and family, I have so many fun memories of knowing Pat when she lived across the street from my brother and working with her at MATC. Lots of fun and laughter was always to be had when Pat was around. Sending my deepest sympathy to all. Sincerely, Jan Bush
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James Russell
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Very Special Lady. I worked with her at MATC for 30+ years. She will be truly missed.
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Connie Geishirt
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To Pat's family, please accept my condolences. I am saddened to hear the news of Pat's passing. She was a wonderful person who was full of life and loved trying new experiences. Her kindness and generosity was unmatched. I am so glad that I had her as a friend. We spent many hours playing backgammon. listening to Kris Kristofferson and Don Ho, while she shared her life experiences. She will never be forgotten. She will always have a special place in my heart.
SM
Sandy Middleton
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Pat was truly a special person! We had a lot of fun together. Everyone take care!