Patrick Ronald Willnow's Obituary
Patrick Ronald Willnow, 74, of Clarklake, Michigan passed away Tuesday, December 23, 2025. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
He was born on May 8, 1951, in Jackson, Michigan to Donald William and Elizabeth Genoa (Trimble) Willnow. Patrick married the love of his life, Kathy Lausch, on April 15, 1972, in Michigan Center, Michigan and they spent 53 happy years together. Patrick attended Flight School in Florida and served honorably in the National Guard. He was a jack of all trades, building all of the homes his family lived in, restoring vintage cars, becoming a pilot and boat captain, and enjoying woodworking. Patrick owned and operated Aire-Flo Heating for 34 years. He was a man of many interests and enjoyed traveling, boating, and gambling. Most of all, though, he loved spending time with his family and friends. He will be remembered as a loving husband, father, and grandpa. Patrick will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Patrick will be missed by his wife, Kathy Willnow; his children, Kimberly (Travis) Cushman and Aaron (Jackie) Willnow; brother, Mike (Tina) Willnow; grandchildren Savannah, Avery, and Zoey; brother-in-law, Dave (Cathy) Lausch; and mother-in-law, Mary Lausch. He is preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Elizabeth Willnow; his father-in-law, Rex J. Lausch; and his dog, Emma.
Memorial contributions are suggested to The Lewy Body Dementia Association. Please leave a message of comfort for Patrick’s family or sign his guestbook at https://www.EinederFuneralHomes.com.
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