Patricia Ann (Bramm) Flynn, lovingly known as Mommy/Pat, passed away on April 19, 2026, at the age of 79.
On January 25, 1947, she was born in Morrison, IL, on January 25, 1947, to Woodrow Wilson Bramm and Mary Vivian (McMahon) Bramm. She grew up in Morrison, IL, and enjoyed watching Arnie Beswick drag race. She married William Flynn in 1964. New experiences included farming, horse trail riding, and bicycling. Pat carried forward the values of family, resilience, and creativity throughout her life. Pat worked at Drives in Fulton, IL, Imeco in Polo, IL, and Cable News in Mt. Morris.
Above all, Pat was a devoted and loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She cherished her children, Teresa Hill of Rockford, IL, Sheila (Randall) Warnken of Oregon, IL, Karin Murphy of Milledgeville, IL, Diana (Jim) Rud of Freedonia, WI, John Flynn of Forreston, IL, and many close friends who knew her as “Mommy.” Her family grew to include 13 grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren, each of whom brought her immense pride and joy.
Pat was a passionate fan of the Chicago Cubs and rarely missed a chance to cheer them on. She was a member of Bowling leagues in Milledgeville and Polo, attended ceramics classes in Milledgeville, and joined exercise groups. She found great joy in life’s simple pleasures, especially thrift shopping and garage sales, always delighted by the treasures she could discover. A talented and creative spirit, she mastered many crafts, including sewing, cake decorating, and painting, sharing her skills and creations with those she loved.
She spent countless hours supporting her children and grandchildren, faithfully coaching (Black Top Inn, Cheeseman’s Clay Equip) Softball, attending their sporting events, and school activities, offering encouragement and love from the sidelines. One of her proudest accomplishments was earning her Drafting degree from Sauk Valley College in 1996, a testament to her determination and lifelong commitment to learning.
She is survived by her husband William; children and grandchildren, Paige Hill of Rockford, IL, Shannan (Garrett) Roberts of Mt. Morris IL, Fallan (Josef) Fochs of Mosinee, WI, Kalrissa (Matt) Taylor of Chadwick, Carson (Lindsey Brown) Murphy of Milledgeville, Jacob Rud of Somonauk, IL, Devan Rud of Galesburg, IL, Brittany Flynn of Forreston, Caitlin (Nate Sherich) Flynn of Stillman Valley, IL, and Sean Flynn of Forreston. Her legacy continues through her great-grandchildren, Martin McNamara, Jack McNamara, Brantley Roberts, Keller Roberts, Colson Roberts, Theodore Fochs, Ivy Taylor, Collins Taylor, Elijah Lengfelder, Trinity Borden, and Sawyer Jacobs. She survived by many sisters, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Pat was preceded in death by her mother in 1983; father in 1986; brothers, John Bramm in 2016 and Gordon Bramm in 2021; multiple sisters- and brothers-in-law.
Pat will be remembered for her warmth, creativity, unwavering support for her family, and the love she gave so freely. Her presence will be deeply missed, but her legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
Special thank you to Oregon, IL, Living and Rehabilitation Center and Serenity House in Oregon.
A gathering of family and friends will be held on Friday, April 24, 2026, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m., at the McDonald Funeral Home, 520 Holcomb Avenue, Milledgeville, IL.
A Memorial service will follow at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Violet Johnicker officiating.
A Memorial will be established.
Online condolences may be sent to www.mcdonaldfuneralhomes.com.