Patricia Ann Orzepowski, age 72, of Waterford Township, passed away suddenly on Monday, July 4, 2022. Born on August 26, 1949, she was the oldest of ten children of the late Stanley and Evelyn Seroka Orzepowski. Patty lived her entire life on her family’s farm and was a second mother to her younger siblings. She enjoyed sewing, reading, old movies, antiques, dogs, and the color pink. She was always known for her creativity and crafting abilities.

Survivors include three brothers- Stanley, Thomas, and Walter Orzepowski, all of Waterford; six sisters- Kathleen Orzepowski of Harborcreek, Jean Maciolek of Wattsburg, Barbara Orzepowski of North East, Linda Walsh (Mike) of Waterford, Phyllis Osiecki of Girard, and Jennifer Love (George) of Corry; and many cousins, nieces and nephews.

Patty was preceded in death by her parents, Stanley and Evelyn Orzepowski; two brothers-in-law, Louis Osiecki and Henry Maciolek.

Friends are invited to calling hours at Van Matre Funeral Home in Waterford on Sunday from 4-6 p.m. The funeral service will take place there Monday at 10:00 a.m. officiated by Rev. Gregory Passauer of All Saints Catholic Church. Committal service and interment will follow at Phillipsville Union Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the ANNA Shelter, 1555 East 10th Street, Erie, PA 16511.