Patricia Nulk

Pat was born on April 12, 1931, to Emma and John B. Fox in Woodland, CA. She passed away peacefully in her beloved home of 67 years on Friday, December 22, 2023. She was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years Charles Nulk, her son Tim Nulk, and her son-in-law Burt Horowitz. She is survived by her three daughters, Nancy Horowitz, Mary (Russell) Vavuris, and Carol (Kevin) Philpott, her son Tom Nulk, seven grandchildren, Claire and Stephanie Horowitz, Tim, Katie, and Beth Vavuris, and Patrick and Maggie Philpott, and her sister Peggy, and many nieces and nephews. Pat grew up on the Fox family ranch in Dixon. She graduated from Vacaville High School and went on to graduate from San Jose State with a degree in Education. She was a high school PE teacher until becoming a full-time homemaker. Pat was a dedicated volunteer throughout her life for many organizations including Girl Scouts, Mercy Guild, and St. Mary Parish. She was also a member of the California Cattlewomen, YLI, and supported Charlie with the Knights of Columbus. She was an avid bridge player in multiple bridge groups. Pat loved to garden, cook, and play Pedro with her grandkids. She will be remembered as a loving wife, an amazing mother, and a proud grandmother. A Rosary will be said at 6:00 p.m. at W.F. Gormley Funeral home on January 11th. A funeral Mass will be held at St. Mary’s Church at 1:30 p.m. Friday, January 12th. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to a charity of your choice.