Patricia “Patti” Quirk (Soufflet), beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away on March 16, 2026, surrounded by her family.

Patti was born with a creative spirit and a caring heart. She helped care for her grandchildren over the years and had a love of baking for her family and friends. Patti enjoyed crafting, sewing, and trying new projects. She loved to laugh and always looked forward to spending time with her friends and family.

Patti’s faith grounded her, her friends energized her, and her family was her greatest joy. She adored her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, cheering for every milestone, celebrating every accomplishment, and offering the kind of unconditional love that becomes a foundation for a lifetime.

She is survived by her daughters, Deanna (Nathan) Lempi and Heidi (Matthew) Zelasco; grandchildren, Olivia (Matt), Christian, Karley, Noah, and Zoey; great-grandchildren, Mila and Maverick; brothers, Robert (Barb) Soufflet and Charlie Soufflet; niece and nephews, as well as many other close family and cherished friends.

A celebration of Patti’s life will be held on Thursday, March 26th at 11:00 AM at the Alliance Community Church, 2621 W Arrowhead Rd, Duluth, MN.

In honor of her love for beauty, color, and things that grow, forget‑me‑not seed packets will be available for guests to plant in her memory - a small reminder that love continues to bloom.

Her family extends a heartfelt thank you to the staff at Hilltop Healthcare and St Lukes Hospital as well as the St Lukes Hospice team who cared for her with such tenderness in her final days.

Patti leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, creativity, and faith. She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered.