MaryAnn (Kinney) Pattison, age 92 of Mondovi, formerly of the Town of Canton, Buffalo County, died Monday, November 28, 2016 with her family by her side at Sacred Heart Hospital in Eau Claire.

MaryAnn was born on June 7, 1924 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in St. Paul, MN. She was the daughter of Robert H. and Aimee (O’Keefe) Kinney. MaryAnn grew up in Hudson, attended the Midway Country School and graduated from Hudson High School. After high school, MaryAnn graduated from St. Benedict College in St. Joseph, MN. She then took a job in Alma as the very first Buffalo County Home Agent. MaryAnn married James Pattison on June 15, 1948 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Hudson. After marriage, they farmed and raised their family on the Pattison family farm in the Town of Canton. MaryAnn valued family, genealogy and education. She was civically active, well-traveled and a powerfully strong farm woman who was a positive role model for her family, church and her community. MaryAnn’s legacy will continue with her decision to donate her body to medical research.

MaryAnn is survived by her daughter-in-law, Dorothy (Dan and Rebecca) Baader of Nelson; her children, Fran (Karen Hellend), Rob (Kathy Bowen) and Ed (Beth Bolz), all of Durand, Jim (Martha Buche) of Westby, Kathy (Adrian) Roberg of Norwalk, Patti (Mark Slaughter) Pattison of Urbana, IL and Aimee (Dan) Fien of Rochester, NY; - her grandchildren, Dylan (Ashley), Cody (Emma) and Deidra; Hannah; Tyler and Shelly (Ty); Kirsten and Ali; Erin and Ian; Kate and Liam; and Romi (Andrew), Renee and Abe; and great grandchildren, Corah and Eleanor. Included in her life were her foster daughter, Shirley LaBrec of Durand; a very special honorary son, Michael Austell of Chicago, IL and her pen pal of 38 years, Maisey Joseph from India. Additionally she is survived by her brother, Denny (Darlene) Kinney, sisters-in-law, Peggy Kinney, June Kinney, Leona Kinney, Marion Ruhde, Pat Hoffman, Gayle Pattison, Sr. Mary Pattison, RoseAnn Daugherty and Marge Hels. She is further survived by her Godchildren and over 60 nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, James, her son, Michael Pattison, her brothers, Bernard, Robert, Mike (Janice) and Richard Kinney, in-laws, Catherine (Hec) Mayheu, Mary (Joe) McKinnon, Larry Hoffman, Hank Pattison, Jim Daugherty and Ed Hels, nephews, John Kinney and Doug Hoffman and nieces, Theresa Kinney and Mary Mayheu.

Memorial Mass will be 10:30 AM Saturday, December 3, 2016 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church-Lima in Durand with Rev. Paul Bosco officiating. Burial will be in the St. Patrick Cemetery in the Town of Canton, rural Buffalo County at a later date. Visitation will be held on Friday from 4-8 PM at the Rhiel Funeral Home in Durand and one hour prior to services at the church on Saturday.

Memorials are preferred to St. Benedict’s College in St. Joseph, MN or the Buffalo County Historical Society.

MaryAnn believed these occasions were a celebration of life, so please join the family in wearing colors of the rainbow at the visitation and memorial services.

Rhiel Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Durand, is serving the family. 

Condolences

1. John & Jean Mayheu and Family December 4, 2016, at 6:30pm

   From all the Mayheu's South we pass our condolences, knowing that Mary Ann is in a a higher place. She was always such a kind and a giving soul.

2. Mary Catherine O'Connell Anderson December 3, 2016, at 2:50pm

   Mary Ann once taught me a card game that I could play any time, any where. You just need a deck of cards and simply flip them over in your hands. I play it often when traveling. Every time I play I remember her. She was always so kind and friendly at family reunions at Bernard and Peggy's. May God receive her in Heaven. God Bless her family!

3. Larry and Diane Luke December 2, 2016, at 4:29pm

   Your mother/grandma was a gem. She made everyone feel like a singular guest. Role model to us all...!

4. Mary Jo (Fox) Coffey December 2, 2016, at 2:35pm

   MaryAnn and Jim were friends of my parents (Warren and Agnes Ryan Fox). They took time from farming so that our families could spent time together during my childhood and continued their friendship for years. I enjoyed the times we were together and am thinking of you with sympathy,

5. Toni Kremer Lippert December 1, 2016, at 5:37am

   Many times we come across a person in our life that stays with you after many years. MaryAnn was one of those people. I went to grade school at Lima with Rob and remember all the work MaryAnn did. God bless you, MaryAnn. Thank you for those memories.

6. Carolyn Kothbauer Peterson November 30, 2016, at 9:30pm

   MaryAnn was a huge influence on my life. She was my 4-H leader for years and the mother of my good friend Jim. I can remember so many wonderful moments at her house practicing for 4-H skits or baking something for an event of some kind. She taught me so many leadership skills and allowed me to grow and make mistakes. She truly gave me wings as a youth and helped me become a good teacher. I am still involved in 4-H in my county and my children have both graduated from 4-H. I cannot say enough about what a loving, inspirational, kind hearted woman she was. She will be missed. To the family, please know that she will always hold a special place in my heart.

7. Terry and Rich Haag November 30, 2016, at 9:10pm

   Kathy and family, you have our thoughts and prayers. Take care and hold each other close as you bless her memory in your hearts and stories.

8. Rosemary Pientok November 30, 2016, at 6:33pm

   MaryAnn and I developed a special friendship. We accompanied each other to many medical visits and was one of the most well-read people I have ever met --- her knowledge of countless historical events and her experiences in life were so interesting and the stories never boring....(surprising me with her wit and humor)-- cherished her family and so very satisfied with all their accomplishments. She will be missed but so happy to be with her "Jim".

9. November 30, 2016, at 6:31pm

   MaryAnn and I developed a special friendship. We accompanied each other to many medical visits and chatted as if we were sisters--friends--or whatever. She was one of the most well-read people I have ever met --- her knowledge of countless historical events and her experiences in life were so interesting and the stories never boring....(surprising me with her wit and humor)-- cherished her family and so very satisfied with all their accomplishments.

10. Wilbur Sweeney November 30, 2016, at 1:43pm

    My condolence. I only shared a few moments of Mary Ann's life. But she was most helpful to me in my efforts to learn about my Bear Creek cousins; the Rileys, the Higgins, and the Morans. I occasionally refer to "our" St Patrick's Cemetery sign when directing someone to St Patrick's Cemetery. May she rest in peace.

11. Joanie (Berger) Gonitzke November 30, 2016, at 12:03pm

    So sorry for your loss. I spent many hours at her sewing machine. She taught me how to sew for 4-H. She helped me learn how to put zippers in and collars on and many others things. One of my dresses even made it to State Fair. She was very instrumental in our having a good 4-H club. Thoughts and prayers are with you. Not many more of the old neighbors are around anymore.

12. Lawrence B. Berger November 30, 2016, at 11:52am

    I am sorry to hear of May Ann's death. I have known her since grade school. She was involved in my sisters' 4-H projects. She hosted her nephew Steve Mayhew for a couple of summers. I remember her involvement in St. Patrick's cemetery and in preserving the Town of Canton town hall and getting the neighbors together there. I will celebrate a Mass for her and your intention.

13. Merilee johnson November 29, 2016, at 10:11pm

    Rest in peace Mary Ann.It was a pleasure to know you ♡♡

14. Kate Ford November 29, 2016, at 9:01pm

    My heartfelt sympathy to all family. May your memories help your loss.

15. Vrishali Patil November 29, 2016, at 8:19pm

    To Kathy Roberg and family,
    Our deepest sympathies in this moment of loss. Your Mom continues to be an inspiration. I will always cherish the special moments that i could meet her. Such a wonderful lady with grace and filled with love, kindness and generosity of heart, I could see the same qualities in you and your family. May her memories give you strength.

16. Randy and dora johnston November 29, 2016, at 8:04pm

    So sorry for your loss

17. Kara O'Connor November 29, 2016, at 8:03pm

    What a wonderful woman, and what a legacy she leaves to the world. My condolences to the whole family.

18. Raymond and Lisa Sandberg November 29, 2016, at 7:01pm

    Our sympathies to the Pattison family. I know Mary Ann leaves you all with heartfelt memories.

19. Penny Morris November 29, 2016, at 6:23pm

    Greg and I are praying for all the Pattinson clan. We love you.

    My flesh and my heart may fail,
but God is the strength of my heart,
and my portion for ever. -Psalm 73:26

20. Camille Barnes November 29, 2016, at 4:33pm

    My sincere condolences go out to the entire family. I'm so glad I got to meet the matriarch of the Pattison family.

21. Tom Pattison November 29, 2016, at 4:28pm

    Many great memories visiting Aunt MaryAnn at her home on the farm. Always learned from her whether it was something of the family or how things worked running the farm.
    Wishing peaceful memories for all.
    Tom & Missy

22. Sean & Sharon Woodgate November 29, 2016, at 4:20pm

    To Jimmy & Patti & families, you have always been in our hearts and minds but never more so than now. We may be many miles apart but our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sending MaryAnn an Irish blessing. x

23. Pat and Jerry Londre November 29, 2016, at 3:09pm

    Thinking of your family during this time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

24. Bridgette & Tom Preston November 29, 2016, at 3:08pm

    Aunt Maryanne leaves an amazing legacy for all her descendants. Her genealogical studies remind us that we all have important work and stories to share with our communities. Maryanne was an inspiration to many! We send our condolences to you and looking forward to her celebration of life. Peace and love to all.

25. Colleen & Tom Garnevicus November 29, 2016, at 2:27pm

    Our hearts go out to the Pattison family--MaryAnn was a mother to you and so many others! We know you will miss her very much, as will anyone else who knew her. We were lucky to have her in our lives! Our prayers are with you.

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