Patrick Joseph Clarkin

Patrick Joseph Clarkin, 57, of La Crosse, passed away suddenly in his home on Wednesday, January 1thstth, 2014. He was born in La Crosse on November 29, 1956 to Robert and Betty Jean (Dodds) Clarkin. Pat grew up in La Crosse and attended Logan High School. He was a proud veteran of the US Navy.

He is survived by four sisters, Sue (Larry) Einerwold, Paula (Jim) Bakalars Jr., Colleen Clarkin and Tina Davidson, his step-mother Ruth Clarkin, and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Connie Gregory.

A private family burial with military honors will be held at the Wisconsin Veterans Cemetery. A Celebration of Life for Patrick and his sister Connie will be held on Saturday, July 26, 2014 from Noon to 5:00 PM at the Veterans Memorial Park, Shelter #1 in West Salem. A meal will be held at 3:00 PM. Bring a dish to pass if you would like. Contact Colleen Clarkin at

[email protected]

or 608 -782-1720.