Patricia M. “Patty” Adamson, age 56, of Monroe, died due to an extended illness over many years on Monday, February 5, 2024, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison. Patty was born on May 13, 1967, the daughter of Verlyn and Judy (Babler) Adamson. She played trombone in the band at New Glarus High School (class of ’85) and while attending U.W. LaCrosse. While in LaCrosse, Patty had the excitement to play during half time of the Orange Bowl football game. She later transferred to U.W. Platteville. Patty began her media career with the Clark County Press in Neillsville, WI before relocating to Monroe. She was employed at the Monroe Times and later WEKZ and its entities.
Patty was a unique person with a true artistic spirit. She loved photography and took many photos. Patty also enjoyed traveling to Switzerland and Scandinavia with friends. She had many interests including water sports (especially kayaking), was an avid garage saler, playing Wheel of Fortune with Grandma Adamson, music (especially Rod Stewart), and loved her cats, Sweetie Pie and Princess. She was active in Big Brothers Big Sisters of Green County, Habitat of Humanity of Green County, and taught swimming at the Green County Family YMCA.
Patty is survived by her parents, Verlyn and Judy Adamson of Mt. Horeb; a sister, Sandy (Paul) Butters of Belleville; brother, Jim (Wendy) Adamson of Chipppewa Falls; four special nieces, Emily and Claire Butters, Regan and Peyton Adamson; several aunts, uncles, and cousins; and a special friend, Greg Stewart of Brodhead. She was preceded in death by a brother, Doug; and her maternal and paternal grandparents.
A private family funeral service will be held on Monday, February 12, 2024, at the Newcomer Funeral Home, Monroe, with Mary Gafner officiating. Interment will follow in Highland Cemetery, Monticello. A celebration of Patty’s life will be held at a later date. A memorial fund will be established in her name for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Green County and Habitat for Humanity of Green County. Condolences may be shared at www.newcomerfuneralhome.net
