Patrick Licari, 66 of Winona, died Sunday, January 3, 2021 at Sugarloaf Senior Living.
Patrick was born February 12, 1954 in Virginia, MN to Robert and Beverly (Koski) Licari. He graduated from St. Francis High School in 1972. Patrick served in the United States Navy as a Seabee. Following his honorable discharge, he attended Culinary school. Patrick worked at several restaurants for many years and was an amazing chef. He eventually took a job at Winona State, working in several departments before retiring in 2012.
Patrick was artistic and great at woodworking. He was also musically talented and enjoyed playing the guitar and harmonica. Patrick spent a lot of time hunting and fishing with his dad, especially in his younger years. He enjoyed spending time with close friends and family and always had a good joke to make everyone around him smile and laugh. He had a huge heart and never thought twice about lending a helping hand. His family meant the world to him.
Patrick is survived by his daughter, Melissa (Dennis) Glaze; stepmother, Barbara Licari; sisters, Debbie Licari, Robbie (Lance) Werchau, and Leslie (Dave) Jaeger; brothers, Craig Licari and Geno Licari.
He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Gina Licari.
Family services are being planned for a later date. Cards may be mailed to: Hoff Celebration of Life Center, c/o Patrick Licari Family, 3480 Service Drive, Goodview, MN 55987. Hoff Celebration of Life Center - Goodview is assisting the family with arrangements.
Please share a memory of Patrick and sign his online guestbook at www.hofffuneral.com.
Tributes
Jack Munich wrote on Apr 16, 2021:
"Pat lived a life too short. He certainly had his ups and downs but I enjoyed his company and his wonderful sense of humor. Pat experienced many challenges but always managed to prevail. My sympathy goes out to Melissa, He loved her unconditionally,"
Mary wrote on Jan 7, 2021:
"To the family, my heartfelt condolences for your loss. Please find comfort in the knowledge that God promises to end all suffering. Before long, God will wipe out every tear from our eyes, and ?death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.?(Rev. 21:3,4). May this promise from God give you comfort now and a real hope for the future. My deepest sympathy."
Shelly Jorde wrote on Jan 6, 2021:
"I leave this message with a very heavy heart. Pat, we were long-time friends and you and your daughter Melissa were like family to me and my girls. I have so many memories and I will cherish them forever. I only wish you could've stuck around for us longer but God had his own plan for you. I will watch over Melissa in every way that I can and I know that you are up there looking over her and guiding her every step of the way. I will surely miss you my friend.
Shelly Jorde"
Shelly Jorde wrote on Jan 6, 2021:
"I leave this message with a very heavy heart. Pat you were a close friend of mine for many years and you and your daughter Melissa were like family to me and my daughters. I hold in my heart many memories and will cherish them forever. I wish you could've stuck around much longer but God had another plan for you. I will try and watch over Melissa in the best way I can and I know that you are up there watching over her and guiding her every step of the way. I will miss you dear friend.
Shelly Jorde"