Patricia “Pat” A. Braundmeier, age 76 of Highland, IL, died Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at her residence in Highland, IL.
She was born on Thursday, May 9, 1946, in Green Bay, WI, the daughter of Henry and Bertha (nee Miller) Figura.
On Friday, August 26, 1966, she married Francis “Bo” F. Braundmeier, who survives.
She was a member of the Saint Paul Catholic Church. She was also a member of the Highland Women’s Club; Saint Joseph Hospital HSHS Auxiliary; Bi-weekly Card Club; and Saint Joseph Catholic Church.
Mrs. Braundmeier was born in Green Bay, WI, and grew up in Decatur, IL, where she graduated from Saint Teresa’s Academy. After her training in Histology at St. John’s Hospital, School of Technology, she came to St. Joseph Hospital, Highland, in 1965 to work in their Lab. She retired with 45 years of service. In 2013, she started volunteering at St. Joseph’s in the Pastor Department and with the Auxiliary at their Gift Shop. Pat enjoyed crocheting and macramé. For several years, she did tole painting. Always a good cook and baker, she kept her family well-fed. She and her husband enjoyed long drives in the country. Pat was an avid Humming Bird watcher from her back porch.
Survivors include:
Husband – Francis F. “Bo” Braundmeier, Highland, IL
Son – Paul F. (Richelle) Braundmeier, Highland, IL
Son – Bradley J. (Amanda) Braundmeier, Glen Carbon, IL
Son – Matthew J. Braundmeier, Pierron, IL
Son – Nathan E. (Amanda) Braundmeier, Highland, IL
Step Daughter – Robin (Johnny) Foster, Pocahontas, IL
Step Daughter – Kelly Schrage, Troy, IL
Grandchild – Rebecca J. (Jeremy) Resillez
Grandchild – Jordan N. (Jeff) Butcher
Grandchild – Kara M. (PFC Kris “Ozzy”, US Army) Parent
Grandchild – Lia F. Braundmeier
Grandchild – Beauregard B. Braundmeier
Grandchild – Alexandra K. Braundmeier
Grandchild – Christen Braundmeier
Grandchild – Dannyelle (James) Street
Grandchild – Tricia Braundmeier
Grandchild – Lily G. Braundmeier
Grandchild – Kayla A. Braundmeier
Step Grandchild – Nichole Schrage
Step Grandchild – Troy Schrage
Step Grandchild – David Myer
Step Grandchild – Jason Voegele
Great Grandchild – Vayda Resillez
Great Grandchild – Audree Butcher
Great Grandchild – Levi Butcher
Brother – Richard (Margaret) Figura, Okawville, IL
Brother – Tom (Ruth) Figura, Belleville, IL
Brother – Francis “Frank” Figura, FL
Nephews – Many Nephews
Niece – One Niece
She was preceded in death by:
Father – Henry Figura
Mother – Bertha (nee Miller) Figura
Arrangements are being handled by Spengel-Boulanger Funeral Home in Highland, IL.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Monday, January 30, 2023, at Spengel-Boulanger Funeral Home in Highland, IL, and from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM on Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at Spengel-Boulanger Funeral Home in Highland, IL.
Private Funeral Service will be at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at Spengel-Boulanger Funeral Home in Highland, IL, with Rev. Father Pat G. Jakel, pastor, of St. Paul Catholic Church, officiating.
The interment will be at Highland City Cemetery in Highland, IL.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph Hospital Auxiliary or Highland Women’s Club.
