Patricia Jean Wilkey's Obituary
Mrs. Patricia J. Wilkey, 89, passed away early Sunday, December 24, 2023, in Norton Shores. She was born November 7, 1934, to Raymond and Annie (Becker) McQuat in Hibbing, MN, and moved to the Muskegon area in 1950. She was an avid hockey fan, going back to the Muskegon Zephyrs, the Mohawks, and the Lumberjacks. She also loved gardening and her flower beds at her home. On July 11, 1964, Patricia married Richard W. Wilkey in Detroit, and he survives her along with three children: Maryl McKee, Debbie Cholka, and Chris Zadel; five grandchildren: Stacy (Chris) Ulrich, Stephen (Caitlin) Zadel, Lauretta Zadel, Amber McKee, Keith Koons; three great-grandchildren: Elyse Ulrich, Blakely Ulrich, Grayson Ulrich. She was preceded in death by her parents; Raymond and Annie McQuat. A family graveside service will take place at Clark Cemetery. Contributions in memory of Mrs. Wilkey may be made to The NOAH Project. Arrangements have been entrusted to The Walburn Chapel of Sytsema Funeral and Cremation Services, 1547 W. Sherman Blvd., Muskegon, MI 49441.
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