Patrick William Berger

Patrick William Berger, 69, of La Crosse, passed away peacefully in his home on Saturday, June 26, 2021. He was born on St. Patrick’s Day in 1952 in La Crosse, WI. to William and Agnes (McCauley) Berger. Pat also had two brothers, Tom and Fred, and a beloved sister Carol. During his high school years at Aquinas, Pat was fortunate to perform with the local band, The K & D Bootery Company. In 1968, the band was judged as one of the top performing musical groups in the state of Wisconsin. He graduated in 1970. His most cherished days were spending time with his family, Pat’s high school career, and the music they played. In 1977, Pat joined his father in the heating and air conditioning field which remained his passion and career until he retired in 2020.

Pat is survived by the true blessings in his life, his children, and grandchildren; two daughters, Nicole (Dan) Miller of La Crescent and Katherine Powell of La Crosse, grandchildren Riley, Nathaniel, Kaitlyn, Andrew, Toby, and Easton. He is also survived by a brother Fred (Julie), many cousins, nieces and nephews, and special friends, Debra (Larry) Bjerkos and Cindy Eirschele. He was preceded in death by his 1st son Christopher in 1973, his parents, his sister, his brother (Tom), and his 2 ^nd beloved son Patrick in 2020.

Pat’s message: “Parents embrace your children, hold them close to your heart, and every minute counts. To my grandchildren, your accomplishments in your journey will be a reflection of you. May your achievements be profound. The whole world is waiting for you. Holy Mary, mother of God, pray for me.”

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, July 2, 2021 at 10:30 AM at Mary, Mother of the Church Parish. Rev. Brian D. Konopa will officiate. Entombment will follow in the Catholic Cemetery. Friends may call at the church on Friday from 9:00 AM until the time of services. Nikki and Katie would especially like to thank Gundersen Health System, Dr. Collin Driscoll, Dr. Kurt Oettel, Dr. Mary Jo Crissler Belanger, Dr. Chris Eberlein and the many emergency staff, Tri-State EMS, the La Crosse County Sheriff’s Department, and Shelby Police and First Responders. The many years of service and family support you have all provided will be with us and in our hearts forever.