Patricia "Patty" A. Walker, Kaukauna, age 79, passed away peacefully at her home with her loving husband at her side on Wednesday, October 22, 2025.  She was born in Kimberly on August 21, 1946, to the late James and Florence (Gussert) Jansen.  Pat married George Withrow and they spent 30 years together.  George preceded Pat in death on November 11, 2002.  Pat married Dean Walker on December 20, 2006 in Las Vegas.

Pat was known for her holiday fudge and candy-making skills. She was an avid sports fan and loved the Packers and Bucks. Pat enthusiastically followed the Kimberly High School sports teams. She was a talented cross-stitcher and crocheter and gifted her finished projects to her friends and family.  Pat was a master at Pac Man and loved playing video games with her family…more often than not beating everyone.

Above all else, she cherished her family and her world revolved around them.  Pat took great pride in her role as caregiver to her family, friends, and her home health care clients. She received a technical degree from NWTC in the Administrative Professional program. She went on to work at AMC and was very proud of her work there.

Pat and Dean had an open-door policy.  All were welcome and they had visitors almost every day.  One of her favorite pastimes was sitting on the patio, listening to music and chit-chatting with family and friends. Pat particularly treasured her late-night talks with Dean.  As her best friend, they shared a special bond and closeness.

Pat is survived by her husband of 18 years, Dean; sons:  Robert (Christina) Withrow of Shiocton and Brian Withrow of Little Chute; grandchildren:  Kendra (Ryan) Medema, Robert (Meghan) Withrow, Jr., Gretchen (Trevor) Rusher, Madison Withrow, and Breanna Withrow; great granddaughter, Ava Withrow; brother and sister-in-law, Jeffrey (Pam) Jansen, Cheryl Jansen; brothers and sisters-in-law:  Dennis Walker, Daniel Walker, Craig (Mary) Broback, Dale (Anne) Walker, and Roxane Walker; and special lifelong friend, Lynn Strick.  She is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

In addition to her parents, Pat was preceded in death by her first husband, George Withrow; infant son David; brothers:  Michael and James Jansen; brother-in-law, David Walker; beloved aunt, Ethel Promer and special friend, Gussie Balck.

Visitation will be held Friday, October 31, 2025, at O'CONNELL FUNERAL HOME (1776 E. Main Street, Little Chute) from 10:00 a.m. until 11:45 a.m.  Her Funeral will follow at 12:00 Noon with Deacon David Hayden officiating.