Patricia "Patty" Lilly Wrobleski

Patricia "Patty" L. Wrobleski, age 61, of Lake Lillian, passed away Saturday afternoon, May 25, at Bethesda Grand in Willmar.

Visitation will begin at 9 a.m. followed by the celebration of life service at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 31, at the United Lutheran Church in Lake Lillian.  Arrangements are entrusted to Peterson Brothers Funeral Home.  www.petersonbrothers.com

Patricia "Patty" Lilly Wrobleski was born on December 12, 1962, in Willmar, Minnesota, the daughter of Howard and Beulah (Harding) Oslund.  She grew up in the Lake Lillian community, was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith and graduated from Atwater High School in 1981.  On September 6, 1986, Patty was united in marriage to Joeseph "Joe" Wrobleski.  They made their home in Lake Lillian and together owned and operated the Blue Onion Bar for several years.  For the past 29 years, Patty was employed by the BOLD School District, first working as a Para and later a cook.  She enjoyed gardening, canning, being outdoors and spending time with family and friends.  She was also active in pool and dart leagues at the Blue Onion and Horseshoe Bars.  Patty will be remembered for her huge kind heart and willingness to help others in need.

She is survived by her loving husband, Joe; five siblings, Julie Reigstad of New London, Keith (and Dawn) Oslund of Blomkest, Kevin (and JoAnn) Oslund of Oak View, CA., Paulette Ascheman of Blomkest and Ken (and Jill) Oslund of Lake Lillian; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Janice; one nephew, Troy Oslund; and three brothers-in-law, Jerry Thorson, Larry Reigstad and Lynn Ascheman.