Patty Ford

Patty Ford, age 75, of Princeton, passed away on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at her home. She was born on February 16, 1950, in Waukegan, IL, the daughter of Monte and Ethel (Smith) Ford.

Before retiring, Patty had been a deli manager at various grocery stores. She had a fondness for parrots, dogs, and wildlife. 

Those Patty leaves behind to cherish her memory include her former spouse, Rick Bohringer of Princeton; 2 children, Jason (Sarah) Bohringer of Mchenry, IL, Gidget (Scott) Houdek of Mt. Pleasant, WI; 5 grandchildren, Michael (Amanda) Shelton, Katelyn (Katrena) Johnson, Corey Johnson, Codey (Paige) Houdek, Alexandra Bohringer; 7 great grandchildren, Ethan Shelton, Ava Shelton; Rickey Johnson, Bentley Johnson, Kaida Johnson; Weston Houdek; Samantha Schwuchow; Joey the parrot; many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Monte and Ethel Ford; brother, Jim Ford.

In honoring Patty’s wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no service. Please visit our website www.wachholzandsons.com to send a condolence or to share a memory of Patty with her family.

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Sunset Cremation Center in Princeton

Serving the Family, 920-295-6631

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