Patricia Catherine Entz

Waterloo – Patricia C. Entz, 94 of Johnston, formerly of Waterloo died on September 18, 2022, at Bishop Drum in Johnston, Iowa. She was born March 14, 1928, in Waterloo, daughter of Daniel D. and Bernice Houck Hogan. She graduated from Jesup High School in 1945.

Following high school, she worked as a clerk at Northwestern Bell Telephone Co. off and on for 30 years, until retiring in 1982.

She married Joseph "Joe" Entz on August 11, 1951, in Waterloo. He died August 26, 2013.

Patty enjoyed singing and listening to music. She and Joe took their family vacations every year following retirement they traveled to Ireland, England, Germany, and France. They enjoyed attending various Rose Bowls and the Kentucky Derby. They were longtime members of St. Joseph Parish and Queen of Peace Catholic Church. She was a member of the Catholic Daughters of America and Farm Bureau Women.

She is survived by her children: Margaret "Peggy" (Michael) Martin of Verona, WI; Mary Entz of Johnston, IA; and David (Lynda Fitzpatrick) Entz of Johnston, IA.

Five grandchildren: Nathaniel (Sarah) Martin, Katie (Brian) Paterson, David Martin, Alistair Entz, and Rosie Fitzpatrick.

Great Grandchildren: Kelly and Lilly Martin, Henry and Flynn Paterson. Brother: Paul Hogan of Des Moines.

Sisters: Margaret Feeley of Bonita Springs, FL and Carol (Carl) Esker of Cedar Rapids. Brother in law: Larry Recker.

Patricia is preceded in death by her husband. Sister, Mary Lou Recker. Brothers: John (Marg) Hogan and Charlie (Gert) Hogan.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, September 23, 2022, at Queen of Peace Catholic Church with entombment in Mount Olivet Mausoleum Cemetery

Visitation: Family will greet friends an hour before the services at Queen of Peace Catholic Church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are directed to the Cedar Valley Hospice.

Condolences may be left at www.LockeFuneralHome.com

Locke on 4th St., 1519 W. 4th Street, 319-233-6138, is assisting the family.