Patricia Jean "Pat" Brunker, (Nee Kranjec) passed away on Tuesday May 13, 2025, in Shawano, Wisconsin. She was born on July 2, 1942, to Carl and Marcella (Sparling)  Kranjec. Pat graduated from PiusXI High School in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Pat was united in marriage to the love of her life Jim R. Brunker on August 12, 1961. Upon graduation Pat worked as a legal secretary for many years after which she wore many hats. She was a real estate broker, did estate sales, waitressed and retired after 20 years from the City of Wauwatosa Parks and Forestry where she received many awards. Pat and Jim moved from Wauwatosa to their lake home on Legend Lake in 1999. Pat was blessed to have met and talked to several presidents, senators, congressmen and governors. Pat and Jim were active Shawano Lion members. Pat was an avid reader and enjoyed people, parties, playing cards, boating, the Packers and Brewers. Pat was very active in all school activities, having served on numerous athletic boards while her sons were in both grade school and high school. Pat was able to continue going to and supporting her grandsons and great-grandchildren in many actives.

Pat is survived by her sons, Todd and Tyler; grandsons, Joshua, Tony (Nicole), Bob and Teagan; great-grandsons, Lane and Tucker; great-granddaughter, Meah. Pat also survived by the best brother ever, Randell Kranjec; along with his daughter, Alyssa and Francesca and their children; sister-in-law, Bonita; and many friends. Pat was also blessed to have her forever friend, Anne Birney, for a long time.

Pat was preceded in death by her husband, Jim on their 54th anniversary in 2015 and her son, Timthoy in 2018.

A memorial gathering for Pat will be held at Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano on Saturday May 17, 2025, at 1:00 pm and conclude with a time of sharing at 2:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Pat's name.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Unity Hospice for their attentive and wonderful care.