Thomas D. Patenaude

MADISON- Tom ""Bam Bam"" Patenaude, age 40, passed away unexpectedly from a heart attack on Monday, April 27, 2009. Tom was born March 25, 1969, in Milwaukee, the son of Errol and LueAnne (Wetzel) Patenaude. He was a 1987 graduate of Madison West High School and worked various jobs within the City of Madison Parks Department. Tom was an avid sportsman and especially enjoyed golf, softball and racing. He was an avid fan of the Green Bay Packers, Milwaukee Brewers and NASCAR. Tom is survived by his parents, Errol and LueAnne Patenaude of Madison; sister, Ellen (Larry) Brinkman of Glen Ellyn, IL; niece and nephew, Jessica and Jared Brinkman; paternal grandparents, cousins, aunts, uncles and many friends. A memorial visitation will be held from 4:00 to 7:00 PM on Thursday, April 30, 2009, at CRESS FUNERAL HOME, 6021 University Avenue, Madison. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.