Patricia Jennifer “Pat” Denzer, age 72, of Pepin, Wisconsin, died unexpectedly on Thursday, August 1, 2024, at her residence. Pat was born on March 14, 1952, in Davenport, Iowa, the daughter of Vory and Mary (Macko) Jones. She was raised in Northeast Minneapolis, where she graduated from Edison High School. She met a charming young man named Steven Denzer, and the couple quickly became smitten with each other. They knew they were meant for each other and, on September 27, 1980, they were united in marriage at St. Francis Catholic Church in Ellsworth. Pat had two children from a prior marriage, who were quickly “adopted” by Steve as they became one family.

Pat had a creative mindset and a knack for crafts. With this in mind, she opened her own boutique in Ellsworth called Creative Baskets & Gifts. She loved it. Her innovative thoughts led her to put together fun gift baskets and artificial floral designs. She grew the business to include coffee and goodies, and she loved making friends out of customers as they started their day stopping in for a latte. The family later moved to Pepin, where she once again opened a new store: The Eagle’s Nest.

Pat was all about her family and friends. She loved being surrounded by them, whether by a bonfire in the backyard or going shopping with them. Shopping to find that one special thing that could help her with her crafts or simply something she just couldn’t live without was her mission. If she couldn’t get out, no fear, as she always had the Home Shopping Network on. And, if she liked something that much, chances were good she would get a few of them, just to be certain. She enjoyed all types of flowers, both artificial and alive, as well as baking and canning.
Pat is survived by her soulmate and best friend Steve; children Victor (Renee) Jones of Ellsworth, Stephanie (Chris) Mabrey of Ohio; grandchildren Dalton (Tina), Dylan (Bri), Shawn (Kassi), Anthony (Lindsey), Carrie, Brandon (Christine), Breanna, Nick, Cody, Cassie, and Nathan (Ashley). She is preceded in death by her siblings Shirley Bahns, Irene (Dwelton) Westerberg, Bill Jones, and Jack Jones.

A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held 3:00PM Thursday, August 15, at C3 Church, 7562 US-10, in Ellsworth, WI 54011. A visitation will be one hour prior to the service at C3 on Thursday. Interment will be at a later date in the St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Cemetery in Ellsworth. Memorials are preferred to the discretion of the family.

Services are entrusted to the O’Connell Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Ellsworth, for more details please go to www.oconnellfuneralhomes.com or call 715-273-4421.