Patrick Jay McKinster
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Pat was born October 20, 1954 in Grafton, Wisconsin to Richard John and Lila Anne (Olson) McKinster. He grew up in Cascade, Wisconsin before moving to Big Flats in 1969. Pat joined the Navy in 1972 and was a veteran of the Vietnam War. He worked in Milwaukee and in Wisconsin Rapids at the Paper Mill.
Patrick took every opportunity to be on his Valkyrie and his new Can-am Spider. He loved the peace of sitting in his deer stand and hunting, and he especially enjoyed spending time with his children, grandchildren, and his friends.
Patrick was an avid member of Abate of Wisconsin, the Disabled American Veterans. He was involved in many charity rides with Abate for local organizations including Angel Tree Fundraiser.
He was an amazing father, brother, and friend to all who knew him. He unconditionally loved his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, and great-grandson. He always helped whoever needed it. He was a treasure to us all, and he missed deeply.
Memorials may be directed in Patrick’s memory to Adams-Marquette County Region 2J Chapter of Abate of Wisconsin.
Patrick was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Lila McKinster; brother, Jack McKinster; sister, Cheri (Pat) Hupf; sister-in-law, Jodi Murray; and his best friend, Larry Schuricht.
Survivors:
Daughter: Stacey (Jon) Bowie of Arkdale, Wisconsin
Grandchild: Angelica Letterman of Kiel, Wisconsin
Great-Grandchild: Malik Rach of Kiel, Wisconsin
Grandchild: Mya Letterman of Kiel, Wisconsin
Daughter: Laura (Adam Wightman) McKinster of Plymouth, Wisconsin
Grandchild: Wilder Wightman of Plymouth, Wisconsin
Daughter: Jessica McKinster of Vancouver, Washington
Son: Nicholas Murray of Plymouth, Wisconsin
Grandchild: Maya Murray of Plymouth, Wisconsin
Son: Ricky Schmaul of Plymouth, Wisconsin
Sister: Sandy (Bob) O’Neil of Plymouth, Wisconsin
Sister: Susan (Tom) Zimmerman of Plymouth, Wisconsin
Brother: Dale (Mary Klumb) McKinster of Friendship, Wisconsin
Brother: Mike McKinster of Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Brother: Joe McKinster of Spring Hill, Florida
Brother: Chris(Sue) McKinster of Oostburg, Wisconsin
Special Friend: Peggy Shearman of Adams, Wisconsin
Brother-in-law: Eddie “Turtle” Murray of Kiel, Wisconsin
“Whoop, Whoop, Whoop Dad – soar like an eagle”
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Visit www.roseberrys.com for online condolences and further information.
My deepest Condolences to the Mckinster Family. So sorry for your loss, Pat was a wonderful man, and will be missed greatly.
It was always great to walk into Larry’s Tavern and receive a warm and inviting smile from Pat. God Bless You Pat ! Whoop, Whoop, back at you Pat. He will forever live on in are hearts, and to whomever he touched in some way.
To have Pat as a friend was to have a TRUE friend. He would do anything for a friend, and often for strangers as well. Pat was also a true gentleman. His heart was golden. His laughter was music. His kindness was endless. Many a good times were shared with him. Some bad times as well. He made the bad times more bearable, by just being there. My love and prayers go to both his family and the many friends who will miss him deeply, myself being one of them.
To have Pat as a friend meant you had a TRUE friend. He would do anything for his friends, and often for strangers as well. His heart was golden. His laughter was music. His kindness was endless. He was a true gentleman. Pat will be missed more than words can express. Many, many a good time was shared with him, as well as bad times. It was during those bad times that Pat stepped up to make it possible to withstand whatever was wrong in the world. My love and prayers go out to Pat’s family and the countless friend who have lost someone truly special.
R.I.P. Our friend, many good memories with you. You may be gone but never forgotten. You took your last Ride an earned those Harley Wings to Heaven. Bless you. Our Deepest Condolences to the McKinster Family and Friends.
My deepest condolence to a friend whom I only knew a short time but remember fondly back in the day. May peace and comfort come to his family especially to brother Christopher.
Our deepest sympathy to the family during this time.
Condolences, Go out to all the Families. Grew up in Cascade with all the McKinsters when they lived on Francis Ave. I never forgot all the memories.
Beth (Eggebeen) Lagacy. ❤
My Condolences to the McKInster Family.
He was the kind of guy you could talk to about anything. Will forever cherish the memories of his friendship.
Please contact me when you set the date for his Memorial. Thank you.
My friend McCracken. Was my horner to know and party with you. Now parting with the rest of whom we miss dearly. The likes of Astor, Turkey, Bear, and Skinnier is now a heaven of a good ride. Look forward for another beer with you all. In no hear to pop the top. RIP my friend.
Pat was a Great Man.My condolences goes to All the family.He was Dearly Loved & Will Always be Remembered in Our Hearts.
Pat was a Great Man.My condolences goes to All the family.He was Dearly Loved & Will Always be Remembered in Our Hearts.
He was one of the great ones & will be dearly missed many a good times were had with him my simpathys go out to the family rip pat love you
He was well loved and will be dearly missed. Love goes out to you and your family.
I’m so sorry for your loss.. Pat was a great guy and friend of my family’s for years!! We sure will miss him! ❤️
My condolences and My prayers go out to the family and friends of Pat McKinster. A better friend my husband and I never knew. He was always there for us and always with a smile. I can only hope that Pat and my husband (Buffalo) are with all their friends riding the beautiful blue skies of heaven. My love goes with you Pat, I’ll miss you!
My deepest heartfelt sympathies to Pat’s family. He was a very dear friend to me. He was a great man. We had so many laughs and good times together. I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
So sorry for Your families loss Pat was a wonderful man he will be missed ~❤️~
Sending Hugs and Prayers and our Condolences to the entire Family of Pat. He was well loved and will be missed by ALL…
Sorry for your loss, My Condolences to McKinster family.
So Sorry to hear the Loss of Pat~ Sending Thoughts and Prayers to the entire Family~
Soar with the eagles Pat…you earned your wings.
My deepest Condolences to the McKinster family. So sorry for your loss.