She was married to Harry Patterson, who was from Peru, Nebraska, on March 27, 1947. They lived in Peru, and in Nebraska City before moving to Fremont in 1953. During most of her working years in Fremont, she was with the Coast-to ?Coast Store, retiring when her husband became ill.
In Fremont, Lucille was an active member of Salem Lutheran Church where she was involved with the Ruth Circle, Sewing Circle, THEO, and ACT. She was also a member of the Prairie Peacemakers Quilt Club and several card clubs.
Survivors: daughter - Mary and husband Craig Anthony of Castle Rock, Colorado
son-in-law - Richard Ronnenkamp of Albion
4 grandchildren - Matt and wife Rhonda Ronnenkamp of Omaha
Kevin and wife Kristin Ronnenkamp of Omaha
Erin Anthony of Manhattan, New York
Kyle Anthony of Lenexa, Kansas
2 sisters - Edna Patterson of Auburn
Viola and husband Merlyn Badberg of Talmadge
Preceding her in death: husband Harry in Feb. of 1997, daughter Kay Ronnenkamp in 2002, 2 sisters and 3 brothers.
The funeral service will be 10:30 AM Thursday (March 13th) in Salem Lutheran Church. The committal will follow in Memorial Cemetery. A memorial in memory of Lucille Patterson, will be established. Visitation at the Ludvigsen Mortuary in Fremont will be on Wednesday from 2 to 8 PM, with the family present from 6:30 to 8 PM. Visitation will also be at the church Thursday morning for an hour before the service.
Condolences(15)
Pam Hromadka
York, NE Sunday, March 30, 2008 Dear Patterson Family, I am so sorry about your dear family member's death. I just remember unique laugh. She always seemed to be so happy. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. PamDeb Culig (Larsen)
Lakewood, Co Thursday, March 13, 2008 Mary, Just heard about Ceil...Sorry I didn't know earlier, I would have made the trip for the funeral/memorial. My thoughts are with you and your family. DebDeb Culig (Larsen)
Lakewood, Co Thursday, March 13, 2008Nancy (Nicholson) Hopp
Lincoln, NE Thursday, March 13, 2008 I am so sorry to hear about Lucille. I have many fond memories of her throughout my years at North Side School and all the help she gave to our class (Kay's and mine). Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.Richard and Ruth Prell
Fremont, NE Wednesday, March 12, 2008 Sorry to hear about the loss of Lucille. We always appreciated her friendly attitude and willingness to say hello.Steve & Nancy (Mack) Steil
Ashland, Ne Wednesday, March 12, 2008 Mary Jane and family, we're thinking of you and remembering the years we were kids together on Hickory Lane! Our folks became such good friends. We always looked forward to chatting with your Mom when we visited Salem. I'm so sorry for your loss; I'm sure you'll miss her tremendously. She had such a great laugh and positive personality - a special lady! God's Blessings to you all.Suzanne Schmidt
Fremont, NE Wednesday, March 12, 2008 Lucille was a wonderful person and will be greatly missd by so many. I'm sorry for your loss but hold in your heart all the wonderful memories of her over the years. God BlessJoAnne Bateman
Lincoln, NE Wednesday, March 12, 2008 Dear Mary and the rest of the family, I was so sorry to hear from Dick of your mom's death and will be thinking of all of you at this difficult time. I can never think of Lucille without a smile on my face, for who could have exhibited more strength, courage, commitment and love than she! What a blessing she has been to all who have known her. Keep in touch. Jo BatemanJoyce (Nicholson) Courtney
Joplin, MO Wednesday, March 12, 2008 Dear Mary, I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved mother. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Joyce (Nicholson) CourtneyBecca Slaton
Lenexa, KS Wednesday, March 12, 2008 All the Anthonys that I love so much-- Lucille was such a wonderful woman and I know you will all miss her dearly. I wish I could be there with you but my thoughts and prayers are certainly are... I couldn't imagine a kinder grandmother (or one with such a sweet tooth!) and I am blessed to have had the chance to get to know her. BeccaBob & Shawn Bruner
Bryan, TX Wednesday, March 12, 2008 Mary, Craig, Erin & Kyle. Shawn and I just want you to know our thoughts and prayers are with you. Lucille was a wonderful lady and was always like a grandmother to all of us. Much Love from Texas.... Bob & ShawnJudy Joy
Cedar Bluffs, Ne Tuesday, March 11, 2008 Lucille was one of my very favorite customers when I was a checker at HyVee. She was always cheerful and very friendly. My sincere sympathy.Bryan & Cheryl Bruner
Lee's Summit, MO Tuesday, March 11, 2008 Lucille was a great lady. We are very sorry for your loss. Please let us know if we can do anything for you & the family.Barbara Smith Christiansen
Littleton, CO Tuesday, March 11, 2008 Dear Mary & Family, I was saddened to read the loss of your mother in the Fremont Tribune on-line. I can only imagine your pain, as both of my parents are still living. Cherish all the memories you have of your mother and may some of the pain ease as you realize many friends , near & far, are thinking of you during your time of sorrow. Sincere sympathy, Barbara Smith ChristiansenMadeline Suess
Flagstaff, AZ Tuesday, March 11, 2008 I enjoyed working with Lucille with the church sewing group. I recently talked on the phone and wished her a happy birthday. She was a great friend.