Patricia Ann Krolak, 88, of Stephen, MN, passed away peacefully and returned to the Lord on February 6, 2026, at Mala Strana Assisted Living in New Prague, MN.

Pat was born in Drayton, ND, to Henry & Pearl (Marynik) Glenn on May 10, 1937, and was baptized and confirmed at St. Edward's Catholic Church.

As a young lady, Pat met John Krolak at a nearby dance one evening. They were married on June 17, 1964, and settled in Stephen, MN. Pat devoted much of her early life to raising their four children, instilling in them her wisdom and integrity, and ensuring that all of them received a college education. Throughout her life, she never stopped praying for them. Once they had all moved out to follow their dreams, she built an extensive flower garden in the back yard, took up woodworking, and pursued several other hobbies.

In her later years, Pat started a business called Pat's Collectables, where she made adorable jewelry and jewelry boxes and sold them on the internet and at craft shows.  She spent countless hours designing and crafting necklaces, broaches, pins, and bracelets. She and John would spend many days each year traveling to craft shows throughout Minnesota and the Dakotas to display and sell her creations.

Pat is survived by her four children, Terrance (Jelly May) of Prior Lake, MN, Nicholas (Tracy) of Shakopee, MN, Julie of Buenos Aires, AR, and James of Maple Grove, MN. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Sami (Cody) Simacek, Teana Krolak, Alex Krolak, Zachary Krolak, Morgan Krolak, and Brooke Krolak; two great grandchildren, Mason and Cannon; and many nieces and nephews.

Pat was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Pearl Glenn, her husband, John, her sister, Carol, her grandson, Ethan, and several other family members.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, February 13 at 11:00 a.m. in St. Stephen's Catholic Church in Stephen, MN.  Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.  Interment will be in St. Stephen's Catholic Cemetery.  A lunch will follow in the church basement.