Patricia Joan Nicolo, age 79, passed away February 16, 2026, at Vibrant Life Senior Living in Superior Township, Michigan.

She was born May 15, 1946, to Lester Dale and Mildred (Johnston) Drum. Patricia worked for many years as a teacher, dedicating her career to education and her students.

She married Richard Nicolo in Las Vegas. Patricia made her home in Highland, Michigan. She was a member of the Red Hat Club and attended the Lutheran church.

She is survived by her sons, Andrew Cline, Brian (Michelle) LaFuente, and Anthony Nicolo; and her grandchildren, Blake, Gabrielle, Hunter, Octavio, and Salina.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Richard Nicolo.

The family has chosen simple cremation and no services are planned.

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