Patricia `Patty` Johnson
Patricia `Patty` Johnson , Age 69
On August 19, 2021, the world lost a fun-loving and creative soul.Patricia L. Johnson was born January 13, 1952.She was the daughter of Raymond Parchem, Beatrice Winn (Gussel) and Clark Winn.On June 19, 1976, she married John K. Johnson.Together, they lovingly raised two children, Melissa and Matthew.
Patty grew up in Lake Delton, WIand graduated from Wisconsin Dells High School. She loved people and strived to make everyone around her laugh with her silly antics. With such a friendly and social personality,classmates gave her the nickname "Party Parchem" and honored her by voting her Class of 1970 Prom Queen.
After high school, Patty went on to get a degree in Horticulture. Her artistic flare shined as she created many flower arrangements throughout her lifetime. She put her heart and soul into her work. For over 20 years, shewas known as the Floral Manager at Pierce's Market in Baraboo, WI.
Life was not easy for Patty, as she struggled with several health issues.She amazed many with her fighting spirit.She cheated death several times.Throughout her battles, she still found energy to be a generous friend and family member, giving of her time, talents and care.Her love of parties never ended and she organized numerous backyard "Tex Fests" and family reunions.Life's light will be less bright without her.
Survivors include Patty's husband John Johnson, children Melissa Safranek (Josh) and Matthew Johnson. Siblings, Bill Parchem, Mary Missinne, Debbie Konietzki (Kurt), and Matt Winn; four granddaughters Lillian, Madeline, Zosha and Lucy, and many nieces and nephews.
Patty was preceded in death by her parents, grandparents, Benard "Beno" and Julia Gussel, (Olson), Peter and AnnaParchem (Pezall), Noel and Janet Winn, and other dear family members.
A private family Mass will be held at a later date. Naturally, Patty requested a big party for all her family and friends. A Celebration of Life event will follow at a later date. The Redlin-Ertz Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Condolences
Penny and Dennis Quandt August 26, 2021
Friend Baraboo , Wisconsin
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time..Patty was a great gal and she loved her children so so much.I hired her for Pierces back in the day we became great friends ..I know she is with her Mom and Dad that she adored.She had a beautiful soul.and will be a beautiful Angel 👼 bye friend no more pain bless you.
Gladys Proctor August 27, 2021
gardening friend Baraboo , Wisconsin
Dear Patty Johnson Family, For years I would chatter with Patty as I did my grocery shopping and she arranged flowers at Pierce's. She was always friendly, knowledgeable about gardening, and generous with her time and thoughts. I was talking with her about Naked Lady plants (foliage comes up in Spring, dies down, and then in August, only a stock comes up with a pale pink blossom). With that name and how unusual the plant was, I had ordered some but they never came up. Patty to the rescue! She dug some up from her own garden, brought them to Pierce's, and waited until I showed up. Sadly, I didn't have any luck with Patty's plants, but I do remember a fine and generous person. I'm sorry for your loss. Gladys Proctor
Carol (Accola) Wagner August 30, 2021
Classmate/ LD grade school & WDHS Baraboo , Wisconsin
Thinking of your loss & praying for strength & peace for your family ðŸ™ðŸ»â¤ï¸ as you go through this time.