Mrs. Patricia Dudek of Grafton, formerly of Waukesha, passed away at Ellen's Home in Port Washington on Friday, October 5, 2018. She was 85 years old. Patricia was born in Waukesha on August 29, 1933, daughter of Peter and Leona Schmelling Pope. She attended local schools and graduated from Waukesha High School, Class of 1951. On September 29, 1956 She was united in marriage with Ralph Dudek at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Waukesha. The couple moved to Ozaukee County in 1977 and settled in Grafton in 2000. Mrs. Dudek had worked as a meal-site coordinator for the Ozaukee County Office of Aging, retiring in 1998. She and her husband enjoyed traveling globally, with her favorite spot being Portugal. Survivors include her husband of 62 years, Ralph, and their son Michael (Ann) Dudek of Manhattan, KS. She is further survived by her brother James (Gaynor) Pope of The Villages, FL and sister-in-law Kay Pope of Vancouver, WA. She is preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Thomas Pope. As per Paddy's wishes, no formal services will be held. The Eernisse Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www.eernissefuneralhome.com .