Patricia A. "Pickle" Flowers

Patricia Ann Flowers, “Pickle”, 84, died Wednesday, March 22, 2023, at Twin Ports Health Services, in Superior, after a lengthy battle with dementia. She was born November 26, 1938, the daughter of George and Esther (Olson) Cole.

Pickle married her high school sweetheart, John “Joe” Flowers on October 27, 1956, celebrating 55 years of marriage before his passing in 2011.

Born and raised in the Superior area, Pickle spent most of her childhood with her 10 siblings, entertaining others with tumbling shows and baton twirling. She was involved in countless organizations, always on the move.

In her prime, Pickle decorated for many local events, collaborating with her husband’s artistic talents to create unique memories. The upholstery business ran out of her home allowed her to be the neighborhood grandma and homemaker, to create the tastiest meals from scratch, and host the most memorable birthday parties. She would always light up a room, without even knowing it. Her talents, enthusiasm, and kindness made her who she was.

She is survived by her two sisters, Carol Lambert of Orlando, FL, and Bonnie Rae O’Leary of Connecticut, and four daughters, Patty “Pixie” Flowers of Coon Rapids, MN, Peggy (Dave) Connolly of Superior, WI, Kris “Cricket” (Ken) Lundgren of Superior, WI, and Kari (David) Hoven of Isanti, MN. She leaves behind nine grandchildren, Tony (Rachel) Rainaldo, John Rainaldo, Mike (Larissa) Connolly, Maria Connolly (Brady McDonald), Kaci Lundgren, Cole (Alyssa) Lundgren, Jaymes (Tiana) Hoven, Katy (Billy) Blossom, and Anna (Zakk Bjork), and fourteen great-grandchildren.

Per her wishes, she will be buried in a pickle jar during a private ceremony. There will be no service. A celebration of life may be held at a later time.

The Lenroot-Maetzold Funeral Home, 1209 E. 5 ^th Street in Superior, is assisting the family with arrangements. To leave a condolence or sign the guestbook, please visit www.lenroot-maetzold.com .