Patrick McCarten
March 05, 1947 - November 18, 2022
Obituary
Patrick Joseph McCarten, age 75, of Darlington, WI died Friday, November 18, 2022, at home with loved ones by his side after a courageous battle with cancer. Pat was born March 5, 1947, the son of Robert and Mercedes (Rielly) McCarten. He attended Holy Rosary Grade School, Darlington High School, and Rockford Barber College. Pat was united in marriage to the love of his life and best friend, Nancy Huntington, on October 1, 1976. Pat began his lifelong barbering career in Greendale, WI and Janesville, WI before returning to Darlington to take over his dad's barber shop. He recently celebrated 50 years of barbering before his retirement. Pat is survived by his wife, Nancy; his daughters: Michelle (Hal) Runge of Neillsville, WI, Cindy (Jason) Van Fossen of Davenport, IA, and Briana McCarten (Morgan) Thomas of Ft. Collins, CO; grandchildren: Karey, Jade, and Olivia Sierra, and Daniel Thomas; great-grandchildren: Rio, Vienna, Reese, Nivi, Varro, and Dahlia; his brother: Bob (Pennie) McCarten of Janesville, WI; his sister: Myra (John) Taylor of Darlington; his nieces and nephews: Shawn (Marci) McCarten, Brandon McCarten, Allison Taylor, Meghan (Brad) Solberg, Kris Penniston, and Kathy Penniston-Smith; and a sister-in-law: Rosalie (Ron Kittleson) Huntington. Pat is also survived by great-nieces, nephews, special cousins, and friends. Pat was preceded in death by his parents: Bob and Merce McCarten; one brother: Dan McCarten; a nephew: Gavin McCarten; his father and mother-in-law: Ralph and Annie Huntington; and brothers-in-law: Jack, Ted, and Dean Huntington. Pat's Irish sense of humor, quick wit, and caring ways will be missed by all who knew him. Per Pat's request, no services will be held. The Erickson Funeral Home in Darlington is serving the family. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.ericksonfuneralhome.com. Pat's family would like to thank the wonderful staff of Memorial Hospital of Lafayette County and Hospice Nurses of Upland Hills for their compassionate care and concern throughout Pat's cancer journey.
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A Memorial Tree was planted for Patrick J. McCarten
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We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ Erickson Funeral Home, Ltd. - Darlington
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Lori Neumann
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Oh, I'm sorry for your loss of such a wonderful, witty person! He will be sorely missed by all!
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Diane and Don Olson
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Dear Cousin Nancy and Family, Please accept our condolences for the loss of your departed husband and best friend, Pat. He surely chose the right profession in his “50” years of barbering for sharing all that “WIT with his 1,000’s of customers. Life marches on for you, but only with a different beat of the drum, It is time to reflect on all those wonderful years you and Pat enjoyed together and the fun you shared with your family and friends. MEMORIES, MEMORIES, With Sympathy, Don and Diane Olson
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Kathleen (Davis)Peters
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My heart just broke a little. I had a life long crush on Pat. I will always remember his humor above all. RIP.
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Jim Kostohrys
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Pat was the nicest man. His shop was a gathering place not only for a good haircut, but to catch-up with neighbors and friends. Pat, you sure will be missed. Thanks for all you did. Jim Kostohrys
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Ernie Thalmann
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I saw Pat on a professional basis for about 14 years. He was my barber and friend. We always had good visits and I always came away with a smile. I always enjoyed his sense of humor….a little like my own. Rest In Peace Pat, thanks for the good times!