Patricia Kozole Martin

Patricia (Pat) Kozole Martin, born on November 8, 1937, peacefully passed away on April 29, 2025, at her residence, leaving behind a legacy of love and joy at the age of 87.

Patricia was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Albert (Mike) Martin; her parents, Anthony and Lillian (née Bodrie) Kozole; her brother-in-law, Clem; her sister-in-law, Velma; her sister and brother-in-law Diane and David, and her brother-in-law Paul.

Patricia is survived and deeply missed by her daughter, Vickie (Carl) Brogley, and her son, Richard (Christa) Martin. She is also blessed with two grandchildren, Rachel (Eric) Styles and Eric (Destany) Brogley, and six incredible great-grandchildren: Riley, Ethan, Raelynn, Evelyn, Evan, and Rosie. Patricia is further cherished by her siblings, Olive Roberts, Anthony Kozole, and Richard (Marie) Kozole, and her sister-in-law Geraldine.

Patricia’s memory will forever be etched in the hearts of her numerous nieces and nephews, including Annemarie, Mary, Julie, Sara, Richard, Kevin, Andrea, Lora, Renee, David, and Jimmy.

Patricia was born and raised in River Rouge, Michigan, before moving to Allen Park with her husband and children. Together, they built a wonderful life, expanding their homes to a lake house in mid-Michigan and a cozy home in Clearwater, Florida. These experiences created countless cherished memories as a family, from cross- country trips to the West Coast to exciting cruises through the Caribbean and Mexico.

Patricia, a remarkable woman, graduated from Nursing School in 1958 while simultaneously raising her newborn daughter. Her dedication and commitment led her to work at Lafayette Clinic, where she provided compassionate care to patients struggling with mental health issues. In 1972, she further enriched her professional journey by earning her Bachelor’s Degree and embarking on a teaching career at Wayne County Community College. Her passion for knowledge and her unwavering dedication to public service were evident in every aspect of her life.

Patricia’s love for her family was evident in her active and nurturing role as a grandmother. She cherished every moment spent with her grandchildren, whether it was enjoying summer vacations at the lake house, attending soccer and hockey games, embarking on field trips, celebrating birthday parties, picking up school children, or spending cozy weekend overnights together. Her love for her great grandchildren was equally profound, and she found immense joy in sharing the lake house with them, attending their birthday parties, holidays, and countless FaceTime calls.

In recognition of Patricia’s remarkable life and the unwavering love and care she received from the staff at Hampton Manor of Woodhaven’s Memory Care Unit, her family extends their deepest gratitude. The immeasurable love and compassion displayed by the staff have left an indelible mark on Patricia’s life, and her family is forever grateful for their unwavering support.