Patricia A. “Pattie” Ostrander

Patricia A. “Pattie” Ostrander, age 78, of Dubuque, IA, completed her earthly journey on March 3, 2025, at UnityPoint Hospital while surrounded by her loving family. Pattie was born on November 16, 1946, in Dubuque, IA, the eldest daughter to Charles and Irene (Soward) Williams.

Pattie was a loving mother whose greatest joy was making memories with her daughters, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She loved and adored her family and friends, and she strived to take care of those around her. She spent most of her working career with the City of Dubuque and took great pride in sharing her time and talents across several departments.

Pattie’s faith was extremely important to her, and she was possessed with a generosity of spirit. She enjoyed a wide variety of activities and was very social, always happy to go for a ride in her convertible, sing karaoke or dance with friends, and share a bite to eat. Pattie was a devoted Elvis fan but loved all sorts of music. She delighted in playing games with friends and family, partaking in a card club with her daughter and a few friends, and she was passionate about travel. Pattie loved exploring new places, camping, and spending time outdoors. Her favorite holidays were Thanksgiving and Christmas, because of all the decorations, traditions, and how they brought family together.

Pattie is survived by her two daughters: Julie (Mike) Klar of Dodgeville, WI, and Cindi (Dan) Weber of Dubuque Iowa; her six adored grandchildren: Luke Marty, Mitch Marty, Noah (Lauren) Klar, Keith (Katie) Kohl, Amber Kohl, and Nathan (Jade) Weber; her nine great-grandchildren: Isla Klar, Chandler Kohl, Henley Kohl, McKenna Kohl, Sierrah Torchia, Aleah Torchia, Paris Weber, Oliver Weber, and Kade Weber; her sisters Kathy Miller of Dubuque, IA, Peggy Brant of Minneapolis, MN, and Chris Link of Dubuque, IA; along with numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Pattie was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers-in-law, Donnie Miller, Fred Brant, and Ike Beau; along with numerous aunts, uncles and extended family.

It is difficult to imagine how our hearts will heal after this sudden loss of our beloved mother and grandmother. She was always there for us in times of need, and we are forever grateful for the time we spent with her.

To honor Pattie’s life, a Memorial Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, with a visitation starting at 9:30 a.m., at St. Columbkille Catholic Church, 1240 Rush Street, with Fr. Robert Gross officiating. Burial will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque. The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Pattie’s family.

Pattie’s daughters extend their thanks to the Emergency Room Department at UnityPoint hospital, and especially the 5^th floor nursing staff, for their compassion and care, and their love and gratitude to Laurie Prine, Peggy Brant, Kathy Miller, Jenni Bahl, Jeff Link, Karen Hefferman, and Dede Haas for their kindness and support.

Online condolences may be shared with Pattie’s family at www.tristatecremationcenter.com