Patricia "Patty" (nee: Sedlak) Getsy

Patricia “Patty” (nee: Sedlak) Getsy, age 91 of Concord Twp., OH, formerly of North Versailles, PA, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, at Vista Springs Quail Highlands Assisted Living, Concord Twp., OH. She was born August 15, 1933, in Dixonville, PA., as the oldest child of Paul and Pauline Sedlak. The family moved to North Braddock when she was a young child. Patty attended primary school at St. Michaels in Braddock, where she met her husband to be in the first grade. She graduated from Scott High School, Class of 1951, taking the commercial course. At Scott High she was on the majorette squad. After graduation Patty was employed as a secretary for Dr. Joe, a Braddock optometrist. She married her childhood sweetheart in May 1955 and was married for 68 years. After marriage, Patty worked as a devoted homemaker raising her children. When they were grown, she worked briefly at the McKeesport Candy Company. She also was a committee woman in North Versailles for several years. Her hobbies included gardening, craft projects, crocheting, and music. All who knew her knows, “Rocky Mountain High” was one of her favorite songs. Patty was an accomplished, self-taught chef and baker. She genuinely enjoyed the art of cooking, baking, and canning. She was an expert scrabble player and liked playing cards. Patty enjoyed watching cooking contests on the food network and Hallmark movies. Her sport was NFL football, watching games and predicting winners with her grandson, Paulie. This was a highlight of the football season for both of them. Patty had a deep devotion to the Blessed Mother and was very devoted to the church. She volunteered for many years at the school cafeteria, with administrative support, and as a teacher’s aide at St. Robert Bellarmine. She was a Promoter for the Central Association of the Miraculous Metal for over 50 years. Patty was also a member of the Jednota, First Catholic Slovak Union. She had a kind heart and a gentle demeanor that won the hearts of friends and family alike. She was always eager to help those in need. Survivors include her children: John “Jay” Getsy and Joy (Paul) Jurkovic; grandchildren: Joe (Alexandra) Getsy, Jim Getsy, and Paulie Jurkovic. She is preceded in death by her husband of 68 years: John A. Getsy Jr.; parents: Paul and Pauline Sedlak; sister, Pauline “Tootie” (Pete) Glenn and brother, Paul Sedlak Jr. The family will receive friends from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 18, 2025, at St. Gabriel Church, 9925 Johnnycake Ridge Rd., Concord, OH, 44077. A mass of Christian burial will follow at 11 a.m., at the church. A private family inurnment will take place at All Saints Braddock Catholic Cemetery, Pittsburgh, PA on a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105; www.stjude.org. Arrangements entrusted to the Brunner Sanden Deitrick Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 8466 Mentor Ave., Mentor, Ohio 44060. The family would like to thank the many resolute, caring staff and the management of Vista Springs Quail Highlands for the excellent care and compassion Patty received while residing there. Their dedication made Patty’s golden years peaceful, comfortable, and enjoyable. Offer condolences at www.brunners.com

Patricia "Patty" (nee: Sedlak) Getsy

August 15, 1933 - January 1, 2025