Name: Celebration of Life for Arthur R. Patch
Start: 2017-07-29T15:00:00.000Z
End: 2017-07-29T16:30:00.000Z
Location: BECKER RITTER ELMBROOK FUNERAL HOME

Patch, Arthur R. June 19, 1925, entered the kingdom of Heaven joining his beloved wife surrounded by the love of his family on July 13, 2017. Arthur died unexpectedly. He will leave us with many happy and treasured memories. Arthur was dearly loved by his children Mary (Mike), Bill (Clare), Cassie (Mark), Bob (Maureen) and Margaret. He was the proud grandpa of: David, Nellie (Andrew), Alysa (Ben), Tom (Kassie), Andy, Bill (Jessica), Emily (Tom), Holly (Johnny), Dan, Chelsea, Oliver, Sean, Will, Maggie, Lucy, Michelle, Duncan, Robert, Grace, and Isabelle. Proud great grandpa of Archer, Alden and Stella. Art was an accomplished businessman and a true gentleman. He had goodness of character, integrity, honesty, kindness and his word was gold. He began his 60 year real estate career building garages, evolving into building and developing residential and commercial properties. Arthur was an avid golfer, gardener, and artist. He was a self-taught and masterful water- colorist. He was a devout Catholic attending adoration chapel weekly for the last 15 years. He was dedicated to the Blessed Mother. Arthur was an enthusiastic Brewer, Packer and Badger fan. He had a lifelong love of reading, learning and philanthropic causes. Arthur's love of life, family and friends will be forever with us. Please join us in celebrating Art's memory at the Funeral Home on July 29, 2017 from 10 to 11:30 AM, followed by a procession to St. Mary Visitation Parish for the 12 PM Mass of Christian Burial. Followed by graveside services at St. Mary Cemetery. A special gratitude to the NICU staff at Froedtert Hospital for their excellent care and loving support. With love we offer a heart- felt thank you to Meg Who brought peace, joy and comfort to our lives. Memorial donations to St. Mary Visitation Parish School appreciated.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Jul. 23, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for Arthur Patch

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4 Entries

John Gerosa

October 9, 2017

Art,your father like mine were men of there time,they created,thought of the generations to follow,possessed the courage ,fortitude ,honesty, and conviction to be stead fast in life .These are seen in our years as life goes on and in our hearts and souls.I will never forgot when your said,he felt sorry for the loss of my father.Mam To man ,At that time in my life,It truly meant so much.Thank the Lord for the that generation's knowledge and forethought in passing the best it offers to the next generation.Take Care,,John Gersa

John Gerosa

October 8, 2017

I am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing.My father also passed on July13th,in the year 1981!Your family are in my thoughts and prayers!Sincerely,John Gerosa

SHIRLEY RENDL

July 23, 2017

Our deepest sympathies to all of the Patch family and relatives.

Art was truly an icon and will be missed by everyone who knew him. He had honesty and integrity throughout his entire life.

For 16 years I was his office secretary/receptionist while he developed first-class subdivisions and office buildings. It was the best job I ever had.

During summer months his teen daughters took over for me so I could be home with our son. It was perfect for everyone. In fall I came back to work and the girls went back to school.

When my husband built a rec room in our Brookfield home, I could always get advice from Art as to how to proceed with it. Same with re-roofing our home as well as any other building questions.

Late in 1989 I had to leave to accompany my husband in his job transfer to Peachtree City, GA. Before I left, Art, Bill & Bob Patch gave me a surprise champagne "going away party" in the office. It was so thoughtful and very much appreciated.

From Georgia I sent several photographs to Art of our local picturesque old "Starr's Mill" next to a dam. Art painted two beautiful watercolor prints of it and mailed them to us. I had them both framed and we and our son, Jeff & family, have them hanging in our homes. What a wonderful remembrance of his kindness and generosity.

Last June we sent Art a birthday card for his 92nd birthday on June 12th. I also called him and he sounded great.

Rest in peace Art, with your beloved Jackie.

"Thanks for all the fantastic memories"...

Most sincerely,
Shirley (and Bob) Rendl
Peachtree City, GA
[email protected]

SHIRLEY (and Bob) RENDL

July 23, 2017

Our deepest sympathies to all of Art & Jackie's family. Art was truly an icon and will be missed by all. He lived a long and extraordinary life.

For 16 years I was his secretary/receptionist in his office while he develped numerous first-class subdivisions and office buildings. He was always honest and had great integrity in all of his endeavors. It was best job I ever had.

During summers his teen daughters took over for me so that I was able to be home with our son. It was perfect for everyone, as each fall I went back to the office while the girls went back to school.

In late 1989 I had to l leave my job there to move to Peachtree City with my husband's transfer for his job. Art and sons Bill & Bob gave me a wonderful "going away" champagne party at the office.

Later I sent Art a picture of our local Georgia old "Starr's Mill" adjacent to a dam. He painted two different watercolors of it and sent them to us. Both we and our son Jeff & family have the beautiful watercolors framed in our homes. Such a wonderful remembrance of Art and his kind generosity.

Rest in peace Art, with your beloved Jackie.

"Thanks for the memories"...

Most sincerely,
Shirley & Bob Rendl
[email protected]

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