Patricia Ann (Kolaszewski) Chaltry, 81, passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2024. She was born March 10, 1942, to Leo and Victoria Kolaszewski and raised in Menominee, MI.

Patricia graduated from Menominee High School in 1960. On Aug. 18, 1962, she was united in marriage to William J. "Bill" Chaltry, Jr. in Menominee, MI. Together they celebrated over 47 years of marriage. When her children were in school Patricia became the noon hour waitress at River's Bend where she was affectionately called "Big Red". She enjoyed mowing the lawn and feeding the deer up north at their cabin in Athelstane. She loved to do laundry. Patricia was a Brewers fan, and enjoyed watching football, youth hockey and most of all NASCAR. She cherished any time spent with her family. Together they enjoyed traveling and going to supper clubs. Patricia was a spirited woman fondly called a "firecracker".

She is survived by her four children and their spouses, Vickie Lison and her special friend, Mark Hermes, Howard; Bill Chaltry and his special friend, Joanie Hrabik, Suamico; Rene and Jeff Frisque, Forestville; Kelly and Kevin Meles, Howard; grandchildren, Nathan (Becky), Megan (Lane), Tyler (Katie), Jessica (Adam), John, Parker (Micaela), Nolan; great-grandchildren, Aubrey, Jayden, Lydia, Amelia, Justin, Hunter, Aiden, and one on the way; in-laws, nieces, nephews, and friends.

Patricia was preceded in death by her husband, Bill; parents, Leo and Victoria Kolaszewski; family friend, Mark Lison.

Friends and family will gather at Blaney Funeral Home, 1521 Shawano Ave., from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Friday, March 15; Memorial Service to follow at 2:00 p.m. Inurnment will be in Fort Howard Memorial Park. To send online condolences, please go to www.BlaneyFuneralHome.com.

Patricia's family wishes to extend a special thank you to the staff of Unity Hospice for their care and compassion.