Patsy "Pat" Jean King

Patsy “Pat” Jean King, 71, of Menahga, formerly of St. Cloud, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love and care of her daughter, Martha, and her life partner, David.

In keeping with the families wishes, cremation rites will be accorded and a graveside service will take place on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:00 at Hubbard Cemetery in Hubbard, Minnesota where she will be laid next to her parents & grandparents.

Pat was born in Virginia, Minnesota on March 17, 1955, and grew up alongside her sisters, Marlene and Nancy, and her brother, Doug. She lived there until 1969, when her family moved to Humbird, Wisconsin. In her late teens, she spent time in Chicago working as a nanny, something that came naturally to her with how deeply she cared for others.

On February 19, 1974, she welcomed her first son, Anthony, in Black River Falls. Later that year, she married Mike Sigler, and together they had a second son, Thomas, born September 21, 1975. Though the marriage ended in 1978, Pat remained a steady and loving presence in her boys’ lives.

She later married Terrance King on June 4, 1983, and together they welcomed their daughter, Martha, on April 30, 1984, in Eau Claire. Life took a difficult turn in 1986, when Pat experienced the loss of her home to a fire, along with the end of her marriage that same year. With quiet strength and determination, she moved to St. Cloud with her three children, where she created a home filled with stability, care, and love, raising them there for the next seventeen years.

While raising her family, Pat returned to school and earned her degree from St. Cloud State University in Criminal Justice and Women’s Studies. During that time, she dedicated herself to working with individuals who had experienced deep personal hardships. She had a natural way of showing up for people—with compassion, patience, and a steady, reassuring presence that made others feel safe, heard, and cared for.

In November of 2000, Pat took a chance and placed a “wanted” ad in the St. Cloud Times. David Young answered it, and they met on November 23 at Olive Garden. From that first date on, they were inseparable. Together, they built a life full of love, laughter, and shared adventures, standing side by side through everything.

Pat was a talented artist who loved painting animals and scenery, often turning anything she could find into a canvas—rocks, saw blades, wood, and more. Her artwork filled her home, each piece reflecting her creativity and spirit. Even the unpainted rocks resting on the porch told a quieter story—of time spent with David, sitting side by side, enjoying the stillness and each other’s company. She enjoyed her coffee from Espresso 34, playing cards with David, taking back road drives to look at wildlife, and meeting friends for breakfast at the Great Northern. She also spent many hours crocheting hats for donation, always finding a way to give to others.

She is lovingly survived by her children, Anthony Kyllonen of St. Cloud, Thomas Sigler of Perham, and Martha King of Menahga; her life partner, David Young; three grandchildren; her sisters, Marlene Kyllonen of Park Rapids and Nancy (Ron) Mitchel of Akeley; her brother, Doug (Dana) Kyllonen of Nevis; her nieces, Brandy May of St. Cloud, Ashley (Scott) Behnken of Rochester, Megan Kyllonen of Thief River Falls, and Cassandra (Justin) Blakemore of Michigan; her nephews, Andrew (Trish) Kyllonen and Nathaniel Mitchel, both of Nevis; along with many other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her father, Carl Victor Kyllonen; her mother, Ruth Gladys Kyllonen Kline; and her granddaughter, Miracle Grace.

Pat will be remembered for her strength, her creativity, and the quiet, steady way she cared for others. She loved deeply, gave freely, and found peace in life’s simple moments—and that love will continue on in those who knew her.

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