Raymond W. Pata (1924-2021)

PATA, TRACHTA

Posted By: Ken Wright (email)
Date: 1/15/2021 at 11:24:48

Memorial
Raymond Wencil Pata, 96, of Anamosa, Iowa, passed away January 6, 2021 in his home surrounded by his loving family. Per his wishes, he has been cremated.

Raymond was born July 24, 1924, in Cresco, Iowa, the son of Frank and Emma (Trachta) Pata. In 1943 he enlisted into the U.S. Army and served during World War II. After the war he worked many jobs that included managing a Me Too Grocery Store, finishing his career with 15 years of service with the Cedar Rapids Community School District. He married the love of his life Jean Thenhaus August 19, 1972 in Nashua, Iowa.

He had many hobbies including traveling, cross word puzzles, and eating sweets. He especially enjoyed dancing and was quite a good dancer. When he was not dancing, he enjoyed telling stories.

Raymond is survived by his loving wife Jean; children Dee (Butch) Davies, and Steve (Julie) Pata; stepdaughters Karen (John) Lund, and Amy (Pete) Kohl; sister Georgie (Del) Cline; 7 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, and 3 great-great grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents and siblings.

Raymond was loved by everyone that had the chance to meet him. He will truly be missed.

Memorials may be directed to the family.