Patricia “Pat” Johnson (née Kelly) passed away peacefully on October 22, 2026. Pat was born on July 23rd, 1935 to Leo and Mildred Kelly.

Pat graduated from Mount Mercy College with a degree in education and went on to marry and raise her three beloved children: James, Kristin, and Thomas.

She was blessed to spend most of her life on her favorite place, Gull Lake. She also loved to spend winters in Winterhaven Florida. She cherished the connections she made with others throughout her life. She had a deep appreciation for music and was an accomplished pianist who brought joy to family and friends through her playing. Her warmth, love of people, and musical talents touched the lives of those around her.She was preceded in death by her parents Leo and Mildred Kelly, and sister Dorothy Bral.

Pat is survived by her older brother, Dick (Barb); her children, Jim Kampmann (Donna), Kris Fanberg (Mike), and Tom Kampmann (Crissy); and her cherished grandchildren, Jack, Tommy, and Megan. She will be lovingly remembered by her family and all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Visitation and Funeral Services

Visitation will be held Wednesday, November 4, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at David Lee Funeral Home in Wayzata.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, November 5 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary’s of the Lake in Plymouth, preceded by visitation beginning at 9:30 a.m. A luncheon will follow the service.

In lieu of flowers, donations are preferred to The American Foundation For The Blind.