Patricia Etzkorn/Marinelli

Rita "Patricia" Etzkorn Marinelli, 94, of Richmond, Illinois, passed away on January 30, 2025, in Pembine, Wisconsin. Born on February 17, 1930, Patricia was the only child of Violet "Vi" Apolonia Wood Etzkorn and Raymond "Ray" Louis Etzkorn, in Chicago, Illinois. Some of her fondest childhood memories included going to 10-cent movie matinees and enjoying ice cream sundaes with her dad. The family later moved to Richmond, Illinois, where Patricia graduated high school. She cherished summers spent vacationing in a cabin on the Fox River, swimming and fishing with her dad- moments that remained among her most treasured memories. Patricia worked as both a model and a switchboard operator in Chicago during her late teens, where she met her first husband and father of her three oldest sons: Patrick Etzkorn, Michael Etzkorn, and Timothy Etzkorn. Later, she met her second husband and father of her youngest son, Danny Hartman. Patricia was a proud member of the AT&T Pioneers, and with her husband Leo Marinelli, owned and operated Acorn Supply in Richmond, Illinois for many years. In 1994, Patricia purchased and restored the Aldrich house, built in 1890 in Richmond, paying homage to the Painted Ladies of San Francisco and earning her the Historic Preservation Award from the McHenry County Historic Commission. Upon completion, she opened Dazzle'm, a ladies' clothing boutique that showcased her love of fashion and stood proudly along Highway 12 in Richmond. A lifelong dancer, Patricia's passion for movement and music carried her well into her 80s. She excelled in both tap and ballroom dancing, with the tango being her favorite- rhythm truly seemed to be in her blood. Her social calendar was always full, whether she was on the dance floor or dining out at her favorite restaurants. Patricia had an impeccable sense of style- she was always dressed to impress, effortlessly blending glamour with elegance. Beyond her striking fashion, she was known for her warmth, quick wit, and infectious sense of humor. She greeted those she loved with big smiles, giggles, and heartfelt hugs, leaving a lasting impression on everyone she met. Patricia is leaving behind daughter-in-law, Sandy Hartman; stepdaughters, Janice (Randy) Oliva, and Sharon (Tim) Vollman; Her grandchildren, Brendan Etzkorn, Amber Burke, Kelly Hartman, Megan Cullen, Stacey Smith, Dana Jobson, and Ryan Etzkorn; step-grandchildren Mario Oliva, Sydnie Oliva, and Ben (Clair) Nuckles. And many great grandchildren, cousins, and friends. Patricia was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Violet (Wood) Etzkorn; husbands, Leo Petty, Bernard Hartman, Leo Marinelli, and Lloyd Stober; sons, Timothy Etzkorn, Michael Etzkorn, Patrick Etzkorn, and Danny Hartman; daughter-in-law, Patricia Etzkorn. Visitation will be on Thursday, February 6, 2025, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Ehorn Adams Funeral Home 10011 N. Main St. Richmond, Il, with a service following at 10:30. Patricia will be interred at Randhill Park Cemetery in Arlington Heights where she will be laid to rest next to her parents.

Patricia Etzkorn/Marinelli

February 17, 1930 - January 30, 2025