Patricia Saccone

Of Plum, formerly of East Pittsburgh, age 72, passed away at home surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, December 23, 2023, following a long and hard fought battle with cancer.

Born the daughter of the late Clifford J. Kernion and the late Mary (Hresko) Kernion.

Beloved wife of Michael F. Saccone for 53 wonderful years.

Loving mother of Michael J. Saccone of Plum, Lori A. (Paul) Eckman of Latrobe, and Tracy M. (fiancé, Chris Wick) Saccone of Plum.

Cherished grandmother of Brody Wick and the late Parker J. Eckman.

Adored sister of William Kernion, Mark (Patty) Kernion, and Jack (Anne) Kernion.

Dear aunt of Jeremy, Daniel, Christopher, Ryan, Nikki, Emily, Sam, Ben, Sarah, Elizabeth, and Jackson.

Also survived by her beloved dog, Krysti.

Patty was a 1969 graduate of North Braddock Scott High School. She then went on to attend Shadyside Hospital School of Nursing and following her graduation she embarked on a rewarding career as a registered nurse. Patty began working as an R.N. for Braddock General Hospital in Braddock, PA. Her career took her to numerous hospitals and care facilities. She retired a few years back with 34 years of service, and was most recently working for UPMC Home Health. Patty loved trying her luck at the Rivers Casino. She also treasured spending time on the golf course with Mike, and especially enjoyed taking trips to Myrtle Beach, SC and Sarasota, FL. Most of all, Patty’s family made her life worth living. She found the greatest reward later in life when she was able to spend time with her grandchildren, Brody and Parker.

Friends are welcome Thursday from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at Patrick T. Lanigan Funeral Home & Crematory; 700 Linden Ave. at Cable; East Pittsburgh, PA 15112; (412) 824-8800, where a Blessing Service will be held Friday at 11 a.m.

Patty will be laid to rest in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park.

The family would like to extend their sincere thanks to Patty’s many caretakers over the years, as well as the staff at the Hillman Cancer Center.