Patricia Ronnfeldt age 81 of Camanche passed away Thursday, January 9, 2025 at Bickford Cottage. In following Patricia’s wishes cremation rites have been accorded. A gathering of family and friends will take place from 3:00 to 6:00 PM on Thursday, January 30, 2025 at the Pape Funeral Home. A Memorial service will begin at 6:00 PM.
Patricia was born in Clinton on September 30, 1943, the daughter of William “Bill” and Mildred “Millie” (Gaarde) Klahn. She graduated from St. Mary’s High School in 1962. Patricia married Louis Ronnfeldt on February 15, 1964 in Muscatine, Iowa. Louis passed away on December 7, 2013. She was employed at Eagle Foods for many years, starting in the meat department and retiring as the deli manager. Patricia was very active with Clinton County Special Athletes, serving on the Board of Directors. In the past she was a member of the Northeast Booster Club and served as Treasurer at Faith Lutheran Church in Andover. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially attending her grandchildren’s activities. She was known for baking and decorating cakes and she loved playing cards with her friends.
Patricia is survived by four children; L. Kenneth (Tami) Ronnfeldt of Chandler, AZ, Jennifer (David) Lange of Goose Lake, Julie Ronnfeldt of Clinton, and Kurt (Katie) Ronnfeldt of North Liberty, IA; seven grandchildren; Ben (Haleigh Hughes) Lange, Nate (Gabbie Scott) Lange, Kyler Ronnfeldt, Kendall Ronnfeldt, Charlie (Kelsey) Lange, Kenny Lange, and Holly (Jay) Pickett; seven great-grandchildren; a sister, Ellen Scarano of Clinton; two brothers, Dan (Debbie) Klahn of Clinton and Tom (Kathy) Klahn of Camanche and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Louis, and 2 brothers, Bill and Bob Klahn. Memorials may be made to Clinton County Special Athletes. The family would like to thank the staff at Bickford for their compassionate care for their mother. Online condolences may be left at www.papefh.com.
Deepest sincere condolences to the family. I worked with Patty at Randalls and my husband and I enjoyed fun times with Louie and Patty. She was a sweet always smiling lady and will be missed. Rest in peace dear Patty.
My deepest sympathy to the entire Ronnfeldt Family. I always enjoyed my visits with Pat. RIP my friend ????❤️
Reading all the things she did for her community is amazing. Nana Pat will be missed. Always enjoyed chatting with her through the years, her baked goods, and she always had a calm/caring personality. Isabelle, our daughter, adored Nana Pat especially during her time at Huddles. At times Pat felt like the Isabelle whisper, she always found a way to soothe her as a baby. Plus a few summers ago I loved seeing Nana rocking and hugging her to take a nap even as a Kindergartener.
Ronnfeldts, our family’s thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
Sending my deepest condolences to Patty’s family. She was like another Grandma for me growing up and one of the kindest people I’ve ever known. I will remember her always!
Dearest Julie,
We’re so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Patty was a lifelong friend from High School days and we kept in touch until recently when her condition worsened. She had a long fulfilling life. Rest in Peace, Patty.
Our sympathy to Patty ‘s family. Patty always had time to visit whenever we ran into each other. Our kids grew up with her kids so saw her at all the school activities. Such a happy person. She will be missed.
My sympathy to all of Patty’s family. Patty helped to host my bridal shower over 31 years ago as part of a friend group of my mother-in-law. When she worked at Eagles she helped me with deli trays to deliver to work customers and we often visited at baseball games of her grandson Ben and our son Kyle. She always said the boys were “shirt-tail” relatives. Patty always greeted me with a smile when we would run into each other and we would take a few minutes to catch up.