Patricia Joanne “Pat” Boyington, age 80, of Gladstone, passed away Wednesday, August 29, 2018 after a brief illness, at Christian Park Center in Escanaba.
Pat was born July 4, 1938 in Escanaba, MI, the daughter of Anthony and Pearl (Duncan) Roschyk. She lived in Wilson until moving to Racine, WI at the age of 5. After high school, she worked for Johnson Wax and Western Printing.
She was united in marriage on April 26, 1958 to the love of her life, Boyd Boyington. With now two children in tow they moved to Escanaba and made their home. Pat worked for Kmart for twenty years, then USDA Forest Service, and UPCAP. Later, she joined the Senior Companion Program where she earned many awards and recognitions for her volunteer efforts. Pat also volunteered at Lakeview Assisted Living.
Pat was an accomplished accordian player who played with the “Polka King” Frankie Yankovic in concert at the American Legion in Racine, WI. She also loved playing Bingo, going on casino trips, camping, and traveling. Pat was a member of All Saints Church in Gladstone.
Pat is survived by:
Daughter: Donna (Jim) Courchaine of Gladstone, MI
Grandchildren: Tricia (Rex) Johnson of Perryville, MD
Joseph Soltis of Lansing, MI
Sisters: Debbie (late Charles) Nordquist of Escanaba, MI
Sandra McNamee of Fredrick, MD.
Brother-In-Law: Tom (Sylvia) Boyington of Pensacola, FL
Sister-In-Law: Linda Boyington of Pensacola, FL.
Many Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, and Friends.
She will be sadly missed, leaving a hole in our hearts to be filled with many of the good memories of her.
In addition to her Parents, Pat was preceded in death by her Husband, and Son, Anthony “Tony” Boyington.
Family will receive friends Wednesday, September 5, 2018 from 10:30 AM until Noon at the Skradski Funeral Home in Gladstone. Funeral Services for Pat are scheduled for Noon at the Skradski Funeral Home in Gladstone with Rev. Fr. Jamie Ziminski officiating. Pat will be laid to rest in Gardens of Rest Cemetery in Wells, MI. The Skradski Family Funeral Homes of Delta County are assisting the Boyington family.
Ruth Anderson - Escanaba, Mi
Sorry to hear of your moms passing she will be missed. God speed and God bless
Nancy Cody - Gladstone , Mi
Eternal Rest Grant On To Her O’Lord, And Let Perpetual Light Shine Upon Her!
Sally Short - Sunland, Ca
So sorry for your lost. Your mom was a great person and sounds like she was happy to be of help for everyone. My prayers go out to you and the rest of the family. She will be in your heart the rest of your time. . Sally short
Kathy Hayes - Waukee, IA
Prayers for your mom and entire family, Donna! God bless!