Patricia Martin
June 26, 1941 - July 25, 2023
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Patricia (Bussman) Martin, age 82 of Darlington, WI passed away Tuesday, July 25, 2023, at Sienna Crest Assisted Living in Mineral Point, WI. She was born June 26, 1941, in Darlington the daughter of Charles and Geraldine Bussman. Patricia attended a one room school for grade school and graduated from Darlington High School in 1959. She attended Viterbo College in La Crosse, WI where she received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Technology. Her first job was at the University of Missouri Medical Center in Columbia, MO. Patricia worked in hospitals throughout her career in New Orleans, Miami, and finally in Port St. Lucia, FL until retiring in 2002. Patricia married James "Jim" Martin on December 28, 1963, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Darlington. Together they have two children: Ann Marie Martin of Darlington and Mary Jane (Jim Isler) Martin of McLean, VA; and one grandchild: Sam Isler. Patricia and Jim moved back to Darlington in 2005. They loved being back in rural Wisconsin where they were closer to family and friends. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, August 1, 2023, at 11:00 A.M. at Holy Rosary Catholic Church (104 E. Harriet St. Darlington) with Fr. Chris Gernetzke officiating. Burial will be in Holy Rosary Cemetery. A visitation will be held Monday, July 31, 2023, from 4:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. at Erickson Funeral Home (508 Main St., Darlington) where a rosary will be prayed at 3:30 P.M. and on Tuesday from 10:00 A.M. until 10:45 A.M. at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.ericksonfuneralhome.com. For those who prefer, a memorial fund has been established in Patricia's name.
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A Memorial Tree was planted for Patricia Martin
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We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ Erickson Funeral Home, Ltd. - Darlington
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Ted. Martens
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My condolences to Pattys family.
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Anonymous
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Dear Uncle Jim, Ann, Mary and family,Wish we could be with you to celebrate the extraordinary life of Aunt Pat! Sincere condolences!Ann,Ellen&families
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Nina and Roy Buff
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On our life journey, we crossed paths in medical technology and bonded through our line of work. But our bond and friendship was more than just that. So many stories, so much laughter and so many tears. You were still my sister in spirit. I will miss you until my journey is over. See you again. For your family remaining here, we send our deepest condolences. We pray God comfort each of you in the days to come.
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Ryan Hutchens
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I have such fond memories of Thanksgivings in Miami, reunions in Darlington, and here's a picture from 1999 in Washington, DC, when it was so nice to meet up with family in a new place. Sending my warmest condolences. May Aunt Patty rest in peace. Love, Ryan
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Declan, Jessica, and Troy
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Uncle Jim and Family, we are so sorry for your loss. Patty was a wonderful Aunt and will be greatly missed.