James W. “Jimmy” Patzke

James W. “Jimmy” Patzke, of O’Fallon, MO, passed away on Tuesday, December 26, 2017, at the age of 57. Loving husband of Chrissy Patzke; beloved son of Sharon and the late Eugene Patzke; devoted father of Nicholas (Heather) Patzke and Alex Patzke; dear brother of Gary Patzke, Sue (John) Wedemeyer, Karen (Tom) Wilkinson, and Eric (Beth) Patzke; he was a loving, uncle, Cousin, and friend to many.

Jimmy worked at Coca-Cola for 13 years and True Manufacturing for 25 years. He was passionate about family and loved spending time with his wife and sons. He was extremely patriotic and loved watching the St. Louis Cardinals and the St. Louis Blues. He has a soft heart for all animals, especially his beloved dogs and cat. He could find humor in any situation and could bring a smile to anyone’s face. He was a hardworking and dedicated man. Jimmy had a great determination to make the most of life after surviving throat cancer ten years ago. He was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Jimmy donated his body to pancreatic cancer research. Memorial donations may be made to to Pancreatic Cancer Action Network.