Patricia M Stitak

Patrica M. Stitak (nee Gonas), 77, formerly of Beecher passed away on Tuesday June 25, 2024, at her residence after a lengthy illness. Patrica was born February 27, 1947, in Lorain, Ohio, the daughter of Edward and Mary (Settlemire) Gonas. She was a graduate of Admiral King High School of Lorain. Patricia retired from Old Plank Trail (formerly First United Bank) in Crete where she was employed as a teller. Patricia enjoyed the customers. After retirement, Patricia moved to Manteno. She enjoyed spending time with her family. Her hobbies were cooking, gardening, and exercising. She always looked forward to playing cards and socializing with her friends. She was known for her bubbly personality and her infectious smile that lit up the room. Patricia, loving mother of two daughters Jennifer (Harry) Schmidt of Manteno, and Karen Sendera of Orland Park; devoted grandmother to Shayne, Nicole, Sara and Joshua; and dearest sister Linda (Jim) Teets of Lorain, Ohio. She is proceeded in death by her late husband, Jarrett in 2001; father, Edward Gonas in 2006, mother, Mary Gonas (nee Settlemire) in 2007. A visitation to celebrate Patricia's life will be held on Sunday, July 21, 2024, at Hack-Jensen Funeral Home in Beecher starting at 1pm until the memorial service at 3pm. Patricia will be laid to rest privately at Skyline Memorial Park in Monee beside her loving husband, Jarrett. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations be made in her honor to ALSUnitedChicago.org.