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Patricia Powers Obituary

Patricia Powers
Apr. 24, 1954 - Jul. 17, 2025

Patricia J. Powers, 71, of Mauston, WI, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2025. Born to Maurice and Bernadine Dougherty on April 24, 1954, Pat (Patsy) grew up on the family farm outside Mauston, where she developed a deep love for the land and her community.

On November 25, 1978, she married her beloved husband, John Powers, and they shared 46 beautiful years together until his passing. Pat cherished her time at the ranch, where she made countless memories with family and friends.

She is survived by her sisters Maureen Schwenn, Karen (Dennis) Harnar, and niece Abilene (Santone) DeCol; nephews Mike (Stephanie) Minard, Bob (Amber) Minard, Doug (Tiffini) Schwenn, and Brad (Ann) Schwenn, and Brad (Ann) Schwenn; grandchildren Zach Trott and Emily (Darryn) Trott; as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Pat's warmth, kindness, love for her family, and a hug for everyone will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Today's News Herald from Jul. 29 to Jul. 30, 2025.

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