Patrick R. Crowley

Patrick “Pat” Crowley, 82, of Fond du Lac, died on Friday, February 13, 2026, at Hospice Home of Hope. He was born on March 11, 1943, in North Fond du Lac, the son of Leo and Cleo “Babe” Bellmer Crowley. He was a graduate of Horace Mann High School. He was a veteran of the United States Army, serving in Germany. On February 24, 1968, he married Carol M. Reindl at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Kewaskum. She preceded him in death on December 12, 2018. Pat worked for the Soo Line Railroad for over 30 years, retiring as an engineer. He was a life-long member of Presentation Church. He enjoyed fishing, bowling and golfing, where he met many friends. He loved everything about his Irish Heritage. He enjoyed Notre Dame Football and Green Bay Packers, waiting over 30 years to become a season ticket holder. He is survived by his children: Patrick C. (Shelia) Crowley of Big Bend and Erin (Scott) Brown of Fond du Lac; grandchildren and great grandchildren; his brothers: Leo “Sham” (Dyanne) Crowley and Gary (Dyan) Crowley both of Fond du Lac; brother-in-law: Rich (Rose) Reindl of Kewaskum and sister-in-law Florence Reindl of West Bend; his godson Jeff Thayer; goddaughters: Sue Smits, Tammy Olson, Dr. Colleen Crowley Jarvis DDS and Shannon Smits and many special cousins, nieces and nephews, and great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, his in-laws Pat and Amelia Reindl, brothers-in-law: Harold (Charlotte) Reindl, Lee (Cathy) Reindl and Alvin Reindl, special family friend Betty Jerke. VISITATION: The family will greet friends and relatives from 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at Presentation B.V.M. Parish, 701 Michigan Ave., North Fond du Lac. SERVICES: Memorial Mass of Christian Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at Presentation B.V.M. Parish, North Fond du Lac. We are so grateful for Dad’s “Shady Drive” neighbors: Mary, Kelly and Nancy, Mike, Jess and their boys, and Ron who have been so thoughtful and supportive though the years. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Hospice Home of Hope or Holy Family Catholic Church who were wonderful to Pat in his final journey. When you see an eagle soaring, remember Pat, as he held a special fondness for them!

Patrick R. Crowley

March 11, 1943 - February 13, 2026