Patricia Wicherek, 64, of Crystal Lake, Gardener, Baker, Animal Lover

Patricia Wicherek, 64, of Crystal Lake passed away on Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in her home.

She was born on Jan. 13, 1948, in Chicago to Anna and Clarence Bozovsky.

Patricia worked at Mr. A’s Italian Beef Restaurant. She loved her family and pets immensely. She loved her garden, baking for friends and family, and having holiday gatherings. She also devoted much of her time getting donations for local animal shelters, so each animal would have toys and treats for Christmas.  Christmas was Patricia’s favorite holiday.

Patricia is survived by her loving husband of 14 years, Ed; daughter, Michelle Milano; granddaughter, Anna McKinsey, and her friends Autumn, Heather, and Sarah, whom she considered to be her own granddaughters; sister, Elaine (Phil) Marasco; niece, Becky; nephew, Mike; and aunt, Jennie “Babe” Bilanko.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

A memorial visitation will be held from noon to 8 p.m. Nov. 10, at Patricia’s home at 104 Columbine Ave., Crystal Lake, IL 60014.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family, and a donation will be made in Patricia’s name to her favorite animal shelter. More information is available at Davenport Family Funeral Home.