Pat Brucken 1953-2020
Patrick Edward “Pat” Brucken, 67, of Soldier, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2020, at his home with family by his side.
He was born March 6, 1953 in Holton, the son of Lawrence Bernard and Delores Mae (Osterhaus) Brucken.
Pat graduated from Onaga High School in 1972. He worked for Morton Buildings for more than 30 years, retiring as a foreman. He enjoyed being outdoors as well as farming all of his life. Pat was a member of St. Dominic Catholic Church.
He married Beverley Nott on Sept. 6, 1974, in Holton; they celebrated more than 46 years of marriage.
Survivors include his wife, Beverley, of the home; mother, Delores Brucken of Sabetha; four children, Trishelle A. Alexander (Jeremy) of Hoyt, Matthew A. Brucken (Megan) of Sabetha, Joe E. Brucken (Keri) of Circleville and Chad P. Brucken (Kayla) of Topeka; two sisters, Joleen Tannahill (Jack) of Soldier and JoAnn Trinder (John) of Kansas City; three brothers, Garry Brucken (Linda) of Circleville, Allen Brucken of Alma and Galen Brucken (Tena) of Soldier; 16 grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Bryson, Kamdyn, Ethan, Zachary, Emma, Ashlyn, Levi, Danielle, Abigail, Bailey, Gavin, Braden, Bryler, Treagen and Embrie; a great-granddaughter, Adaleigh; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father, Lawrence Brucken; and a brother, John Brucken.
Pat will lie in state Friday, Dec. 4 to Sunday, Dec. 6 until 5 p.m. at Mercer Funeral Home in Holton. Private family rosary will be recited. Burial will be held at a later date in Olive Hill Cemetery.
Memorials may be given to the Leukemia Lymphoma Foundation. Due to the critical situation we all are in, please remember the families during this difficult time and consider sending a card of condolence or posting on our website. Mercer Funeral Home, P.O. Box 270, Holton, KS 66436. www.mercerfuneralhomes.com. We also request everyone wear masks and practice social distancing.
(PAID OBITUARY)