PATRICIA “Pat” PROBST

Date of Birth

February 18, 1954

Date of Death

February 18, 2022

Patricia Probst, age 68, celebrated a Heavenly birthday and was reunited with her celestial family when she passed away surrounded by the prayers of her family, Saturday, February 18, 2022.

She was born February 18, 1954, in Sycamore, IL, as one of 11 children born to proud and loving parents, Anthony and Mary Faber.

Pat grew up in Virgil and attended local schools. She graduated from Kaneland High School and continued her education to become a Licensed Practical Nurse.

Ken Probst knew of the family but never encountered anyone like Pat. Their connection proved strong and grew into a deep and abiding love, a love they celebrated at the altar in 1976.

Pat worked at Northern Illinois University in Health Services but spent more years caring for her community, a guardian angel making sure to cure whatever ails.

She was a faithful member of S.S. Peter & Paul Catholic Church and past member of the Loyal Order of Moose, St. Charles.

Pat loved to knock down ten pins while competing in a bowling league and was known to cast a line, now and again. Camping always brought out a smile when the family camped at Jordan Lake in Wisconsin, making memories with every camp fire. Pat tended countless flower beds and took special care of local birds when they flew in for a visit. When at home, a puzzle peaked her interest unless she had a book in her hand. Her time in the kitchen was always rewarded with smells to make your mouth water. Her grandchildren were so special to her heart and she never backed away from a game of backyard baseball. She was the biggest fan at all of their games and no one cheered louder. Pat was also the only one to brave having all of them spend the night at once! Pat was one of a kind and a blessing to her family and community. All her good deeds magnify the memory and legacy of a life well lived and well loved.

She is survived by her loving husband of 46 years, Ken Probst; three children: Ben (Sonia) Probst, Becky (Josh) Orin and Kevin (Tiffany) Probst; 10 grandchildren: Michael, Benny, Jacob, Emma, Noah, Maddie, Molly, Mary, Mickey, Mitchell; one great-granddaughter, Serenity; her mother, Mary Faber; 7 siblings: Barb (Rick) Jump, Diane (Dale) Goscinski, Tom Faber, Don (Patty) Faber, Jim (Renda) Faber, Paul (Jamie) Faber, Mike Faber; untold number of nieces, nephews, cousins and a community of friends who will remember her well.

She is preceded in death by her father Anthony, one daughter Brandy in infancy, one brother, David Faber, in infancy, her sister Mitz Faber and brother Bill Faber. 

Visitation will be from 4-7:30 p.m., with a wake service to begin at 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, February 22, 2022, at the S.S. Peter & Paul Parish Hall, Virgil. A Mass to celebrate her faith will begin at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, February 23, 2022, at S.S. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Virgil, with burial to follow at S.S. Peter & Paul Catholic Cemetery. 

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in Pat’s name. Checks may be made to the “Patricia Ann Probst Memorial” and mailed in care of P.O. Box 66, Elburn, 60119. Tributes may also be forwarded to the same address, the Conley Funeral Home Facebook Page, or at www.conleycare.com.

Visitation will be from 4-7:30 p.m., with a wake service to begin at 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, February 22, 2022, at the S.S. Peter & Paul Parish Hall, Virgil. A Mass to celebrate her faith will begin at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, February 23, 2022, at S.S. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Virgil, with burial to follow at S.S. Peter & Paul Catholic Cemetery. 

6 thoughts on “PATRICIA “Pat” PROBST

  1. I’m so sorry. She was such a sweet person. She will be deeply missed. I’m sending my condolences to Ken and the family.

  2. I am so sorry about your loss of Pat. She was one of the sweetest person I knew. My prayer is that God will bless all of you the comfort, peace and love.
    Love Pam Faber

  3. Sending sympathy, our thoughts and prayers are with Ken and family. Pat was a very giving and loving individual. Pat was always there to give anyone in need a helping hand, weather it be family, friends or anyone in the neighborhood. The Lord will give Pat a high spot in heaven, well earned.

    Love to Ken & family
    Jack & Pati Karch

  4. Pat was a wonderful Nurse and co-worker at NIU Health Service. Her beautiful smile and caring heart will be missed and remembered by both staff and students. Prayers of sympathy to her family and friends.

  5. Pat was such a loving, kind hearted and genuinely caring person that we will really miss her. She was a key team member and an invaluable resource while working at NIU Health Services. My best regards to her wonderful soul. Wishing her family peace and comfort during this difficult time.

  6. We were so sorry to hear about Pat’s passing. Our sympathy goes out to Ken and his family. They are in our prayers.

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