Funeral services will take place on Monday, May 24, 2021 at 10:30 AM (Central).
Holy Spirit Catholic Church
Sioux Falls, SD
Sturgis, South Dakota
In memory of
Patricia Marie Cihak
of Harrisburg, South Dakota, died on Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at the Dougherty House in Sioux Falls at the age of 54
Patricia Marie Cihak was born in Winner, SD on September, 22 1966. She attended K - 2nd grade in Mission, SD until 1975 when her family moved to Philip, SD. There, she graduated as Valedictorian for the Class of 1985. She attended South Dakota School of Mines in Rapid City, graduating with Mathematics and Computer Science degrees.
Her career as an IT project manager then began at GM in Detroit as a contractor for Electronics Data Systems (EDS). She transferred to Denver in 1994 to manage projects at the Coors Light Corporate office. She was extremely effective in her positions and helped these corporations get some major projects across the finish line. In 2001, she was selected for "Outstanding Alumni Recent Graduate Award" from South Dakota School of Mines for both her accomplishments in her career and her commitment to community service. She returned to her South Dakota roots in 2016 and lived in Harrisburg.
Starting in middle school, Patricia volunteered on community projects that improved both her city and the people who lived there. Her love for her Savior Lord Jesus Christ led to immeasurable hours of her beautiful voice and musical talents serving church choirs.
Patricia's passions were learning, reading, volunteering in church, music, many hobbies and love for her dog, Liberty, of 16 years. She will be loved and remembered for her faith, kindness, generosity, integrity, work ethic, love for music and her favorite saying, "Music is the prayer the heart sings."
Grateful for having shared her life are her mother, Betty (Novak) Cihak and Gregg Fritz; Brother Kenneth "Kenner" Cihak and friend Wendy Picarello and nieces Grace and Olivia; Brother Kurtis (Aimee) Cihak and niece Tennille and nephew Michael; Niece's Kayleigh, Krista, Kathleen, Mary (Cihak) Storgaard, and Nephew Jhett. Her Aunts Marlene (Russell) Stone, Virginia Sadler and Joyce Burke; dear friends Nancy Syring of Sioux Falls and Marilyn Whalon of Denver; many cousins and friends.
After being received into Jesus' arms, Patricia was greeted in Heaven by many who loved her as well. Her father, Marvin; brother, Paul; Grandparents Ed and Lucille Cihak; Grandparents Milo and Signe Novak; her Aunt Shirly Bauder, Uncle Rodney Burke and her beloved Libby.
It was Patricia's wish that memorials be directed to the St. John Paul II Building Fund, Harrisburg, SD OR Marvin & Betty Cihak Family Scholarship Fund in Philip, SD.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 AM, Monday, May 24, 2021 at the Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Sioux Falls.
Visitation with family present to greet friends will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM, with a Liturgical Wake Service and Rosary at 7:00 PM on Sunday, May 23, 2021, at George Boom Funeral Home & On-Site Crematory. Livestream of both the vigil service and funeral service is available at www.georgeboom.com
A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 26, 2021 at St. Aloysius Catholic Cemetery in Sturgis.
Cards and memorials can be sent to:
Betty Cihak
510 West Lake Drive
Lake Norden, SD 57248.
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Prayers to the families. May the love of family and friends help comfort you in the days ahead. I remember Patty - such a nice, fun person who babysat my three boys when we lived in Philip. Prayers to all of you. ~ David & Karen Webb Rapid City SD (5/28/2021)
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Betty and family, so sorry to hear of the loss of your beautiful daughter Patty. Sincere sympathy. ~ Don & Jolene Haynes Philip SD (5/26/2021)
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So sorry to hear of your loss of Patti I remember all of the good times Cassie had at your house. Patti was a special person you should have been very proud of. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. ~ Amelia Hurley Philip (5/24/2021)
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Betty and family, So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and Prayers. ~ Ralph & Cathy Fiedler Sturgis, SD (5/23/2021)
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As a child Patty babysat me one summer and I have fond memories of her. Later in my life I was able to get frequent updates on her and the whole family from Rodney who ended up being my kids bus driver. We often visited at the bus stop to catch up on Marvin, Betty, Patty and Kenner. I am saddened to hear of her passing yet I am sure she had a joyous reunion in heaven with her family. Love and prayers to all of you as I am grateful for those memories! Candy ~ Candy (Kemnitz) Crownover Tyndall, SD (5/23/2021)
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So sorry to hear of the passing of your daughter. She was a wonderful women who I grew up next to for a few yrs. We went to high school together but I was a little younger then her but she will be remembered as a very nice, kind gentle person who will be missed by many! Thoughts and prayers to you all during this hard time! ~ Leslie O'Connell Rapid City, South Dakota (5/23/2021)
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SD ~ Boyd Waara Philip (5/23/2021)
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Betty and family, was saddened to hear of Patty passing. Thinking of you all and keeping you in prayers. My deepest sympathy, Vicki ~ Vicki Neiderworder Presho SD (Formerly Philip) (5/22/2021)
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Betty, we are thinking of you during this difficult time. Hold on to all the memories, we know that she is in a better place. Take care. ~ Les & Joann Pearson Philip, SD (5/22/2021)
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Betty and family, sending condolences. ~ Shelly O’Connor Montana (5/22/2021)
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I'm so sorry for your loss. Hugs and prayers for you all. ~ Shelli Lind Gillette Wyoming (5/22/2021)
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We are so deeply sorry for your loss. It's so hard losing a child but you already know that. Betty ,we can't come to the service. We are with you in prayers. ~ Diane & Charlie Gittings Summerset, SD (5/22/2021)