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Patricia Ann White

February 16, 1938 — March 4, 2020

Patricia Ann White, 82, of Rochester, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at Seasons Hospice House. Patricia was born February 16, 1938 in Rochester to Leonard and Virginia (Postier) Wilber. She was a 1956 graduate of Rochester High School and went on to obtain her degree as a paralegal from Rochester Community College. Patricia worked as a paralegal for O'Brien Law Office for many years before going to work at IBM in patent law. Patricia married William Gustine and they later divorced, she then later married George White. Patricia loved spending her time helping others by volunteering at the Ronald McDonald House, Gift of Life Transplant House, and being an elementary school mentor at Elton Hills School. Patricia traveled extensively throughout the world, enjoyed wintering in Hawaii and spending summers at the lake. She loved to go dancing, was an avid reader, loved to go play bingo, and enjoyed socializing with former classmates as part of "The 56 Club". Patricia was a member of Congregational Church UCC. She had a great sense of humor, had a real zest for life but above all, Patricia loved her children and grandchildren. She is survived by her children, Gregg (Teresa) Gustine of Pine Island, Lori (Tim) Lutzke of Rochester, Dan (Cindy) Gustine of Rochester; grandchildren, Melissa (Tim) Joseph, Megan (Scott Meyer) Gustine, Rachel (Chris) Tuttle, Rebekah Gustine, Zach Lutzke, Alyson (Mike) Knowlton, Alyssa (Kyle) Hannan, Nick (Bethany Waldman) Gustine, Jacob (Jade) Griebenow; eleven great-grandchildren, granddaughter-in-law, Kayte Lutzke and sister-in-law, Karen Wilber. Patricia was preceded in death by her husband, George White; brother, James Wilber and by her parents, Leonard and Virginia. A time to celebrate Patricia's life will be held from 10:00- 11:00 a.m. Saturday, June 13, 2020 at Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Home, 5421 Royal Place NW, with a prayer service at 11:00 a.m. Burial will be at Oakwood Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Seasons Hospice, The American Cancer Society or to the Alzheimer's Association. Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Home is honored to be serving the White family; to share a special memory or condolence, please visit www.ranfranzandvinefh.com
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Saturday, June 13, 2020

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5421 Royal Pl NW, Rochester, MN 55901

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Saturday, June 13, 2020

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5421 Royal Pl NW, Rochester, MN 55901

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