Lorraine P. McCarten

Lorraine Patricia McCarten “Patsy”, 97, died peacefully at her care center in Bloomer, WI, on Saturday, June 10, 2023.

Patsy was born on July 15, 1925, to Albert and Emily (Lessman) Przybylski. She moved to Wisconsin and spent most of her life in Chippewa Falls working as both a cook and caregiver.

Patsy loved animals and adopted many cats and dogs over the years. She enjoyed gardening, playing cards, games, and was an avid reader. Despite the many hardships she endured, she always remained optimistic and hopeful. She provided nurturing foster and kinship care to many individuals becoming a mother/grandmother figure to them.

Patsy is survived by her sister, Margaret “Margie” Johnson; sister-in-law, Irene Przybylski; as well as many nieces, nephews, friends, and relatives.

Patsy did not wish to have any type of service.