Patricia “Pat” Kubasta, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, aunt and friend,
passed away peacefully on January 4, 2025, at the age of 82. Born January 29, 1942,
Pat spent her childhood in and around Oshkosh, Wisconsin, where she met her beloved
husband Jim (deceased). After marrying in early 1964, they embarked on a lifelong
adventure together, making homes in Southern California (twice), New Orleans,
Scotland and Houston (twice). Together with Jim, Pat lovingly raised three children and
watched with pride as they grew up and began their own families and careers: Jodi
Territo and her husband, Paul; Carrie Kubasta Burns; and Kelly Kubasta and his wife,
Britnee. Pat (Grammy) loved nothing more than being surrounded by her grandchildren
and great-grandchildren and was so proud of each and every one of them: Samantha
and Renee Territo; Randy Burns Gomez and her husband, Joe, and their four beautiful
children; Joey Burns and his wife, Lauren; and Jameson and Averee Kubasta.
Pat spent her working years as a homemaker. Ever the devoted wife and mother, she
was always attentive to the needs of her husband and children. Her steady presence
and hard work allowed each of them to feel immense love, security and the vibrancy of
life. As the wife of an oil and gas professional, Pat enjoyed the challenge and
excitement of moving her family to several cities around and outside the United States.
She made wonderful friends at every stop along the way, staying in close touch with
many for decades. In her free time, Pat had a flair for art, a love for slots, and a fierce
mindset for board games. Her family will forever cherish their time playing cribbage and
Yahtzee with her. Throughout her life, Pat also gave much of her time to various service
activities, including as a guardian for the elderly when she and Jim retired to
Wisconsin. Pat made a positive lasting impression on the lives of many.
After building and enjoying their dream home on Silver Lake in Wisconsin for close to
twenty years following Jim’s retirement, Pat and Jim moved back to Texas to be near
their children in their later years. While in Texas, they enjoyed many family dinner nights
and extended time with all of their children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Pat
leaves behind a legacy of love and strength that will live on through her family and
friends.
James Kubasta passed on September 14, 2024. A memorial mass for Jim and Pat will
be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Wautoma on July 12, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. A
celebration of their lives will be after the service at Jeremy and Teri Kubasta’s home and
swimming pond. The home is located at N649 County Hwy Y (about 1 mile north of
Dakota).
