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Patricia Ann Sundstrom

April 09, 1933 - October 01, 2023

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Obituary For Patricia Ann Sundstrom

Madison - Patricia Ann Sundstrom, 90, passed away peacefully on Sunday October 1, 2023.

Pat was born in Creston, Iowa to Thomas and Genevieve (nee Volz) Duffy on April 9, 1933 and spent most of her childhood in Davenport.

Pat graduated from the St. Ambrose College Division of Nursing in 1953. It was while studying at St. Ambrose that Pat met her future husband Dr. Walter Sundstrom. They were married in Davenport on August 7, 1954.

In addition to her husband, Walter, Pat is survived by her children Maureen, Eric (Deborah), Karen D’Aluisio (Joseph) and Gregory (Lisa). Also surviving are her sister Katharine Cook and brother Brian Duffy, seven grandchildren, four great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Pat was predeceased by her son Steven, her brothers Charles and Thomas and her sister Mary O’Leary.

Pat was a longtime member of Our Lady Queen of Peace parish in Madison. She also was a volunteer for many years at the American Family Children’s Hospital at the University of Wisconsin.

Arrangements are being handled by Ryan Funeral Homes. The Funeral Mass followed by the Rite of Committal and interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to a charity of your choice. To view and sign this guestbook, please visit: www.ryanfuneralservice.com.

Ryan Funeral Home & Cremation Services

5701 Odana Road

608-274-1000

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  • October 19, 2023

    I was a friend of Pat and a colleague of Dr. Sundstrom. It was a joy to know Pat and an honor to work with Walt. When I first came to Madison from Boston, he was a good mentor as I gathered more experience. He was always available for consultation and open to new ideas that I brought with me from the east coast. Walt and Pat were kind, warm and welcoming and we became friends over the many decades of working together. It was an honor to know Pat. Dr. Carolyn Bell

  • October 13, 2023

    Dr Sundstrom and family. I grew up across the street from your home on Orchard Dr. back in the early seventies. I have very fond memories of your family and always remember you guys and your mother waving to us across the street, when you were outside. It was a sad day when we moved away from the neighborhood in 1976. You and your family, are in my thoughts and prayers. Mark Steffen

  • October 10, 2023

    Dr. Sundstrom, I extend my deepest sympathy to you and your family for the loss of your wife. I remember you speaking so lovingly of Pat when I worked for you at the VA Hospital. May loving memories of Pat bring you comfort and peace. Regards, Betty.

  • October 10, 2023

    To Dr. Sundstrom and all family & relatives, I offer my deepest condolences on the loss of Patricia. I too was a patient of Dr. Sundstrom's for over 20 years. I never met your wife but I believe she must have been someone very special. I'm sure she is in Heaven with God. May she rest in peace. Elaine Acker

  • October 06, 2023

    I was a patient of Dr. Sundstrom over 40 years ago and his kindness and compassion has stayed with me over the years, I am deeply sorry to hear of the loss of your wife. Kindness and compassion is obviously a strong family value. To Dr. Sundstrom and family, my deepest sympathies on passing of your wife, mother, grandmother and aunt. Tom Engels

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