Patricia Clemens, age 86, of Rhinelander, passed away at Country Terrace on Feb. 17, 2021 under the care of Ascension Home Hospice.

Patti was born on Sept. 23, 1934 in Chicago, Ill., to Patrick and Bernice (Clemens) O’Brien. She was married to William J. Clemens on Aug. 3, 1953 in Chicago. Patti was a Registered Nurse and worked on the AODA Unit in Tomahawk for many years. She also had worked at the West Lake Hospital in Melrose Park, Ill., and Horizons in Rhinelander. Patti loved crocheting, being outside in the Northwoods and canoeing at the boundary waters.

Patti is survived by her daughters – Lynn (Tim) Henk of Island Lake, Ill., and Jill Asher of Brantwood; brother – Daniel (Loretta) O’Brien of Illinois; and sister – Julie (Ken) Hammerschmidt of Illinois. She is further survived by five grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and 13 nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband.

In accordance to Patricia’s wishes, her life will be celebrated privately.

Krueger Family Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Tomahawk, is assisting the family with arrangements. You may view the full obituary and leave online condolences at www.kruegerfamilyfuneral.com.