Patricia “Pat” M. Farino, 86, passed away on December 24, 2020 in Lake Forest, IL surrounded by family. She was born on November 3, 1934 to Emory and Blanche Sharkey in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin.
Pat managed the Civil Process Department of the Dane County Sheriff’s Department for many years. She had a very strong social network, enjoyed Badgers hockey games, was an avid reader, and loved trips to the casino. She had a very straightforward approach to life and a tremendous sense of humor.
Pat is survived by her two sons Tony (Ann Marie) Farino of Lake Forest, IL and Michael Farino of Madison, WI. She is survived by her loving grandchildren Michael, David and Allison Farino and Nicholas (Abby) and Katherine Hodgdon and sibling John. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Lawrence Joseph Farino, her grandson Richard Hodgdon, her siblings Robert, Marilyn and Adelle.
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No services at this time. A celebration of life will be held at a later date in Madison, WI. Memorial contributions may be sent to the Literacy Network Madison, www.litnetwork.org in loving memory of Pat. The Literacy Network teaches adults to read, write and master computer skills so they may achieve financial security and well-being.
Info: Wenban Funeral Home, Lake Forest, IL (847) 234-0022 or www.wenbanfh.com