Patricia A. Sudik 1938-2026

Born Dec. 27, 1938, in Philipsburg, Pa., Patricia was the 10th of 16 cherished children of the late Frank and Catherine Maruschak Shufran.

A proud graduate of the Philipsburg High School Class of 1957, she dedicated much of her life to nurturing others, exemplified by her years of service as a cook with Mollica’s Catering and the Niles City Schools for 30 years.

Patricia’s faith was a cornerstone of her life. She was a devoted member of SS. Peter and Paul Byzantine Catholic Church in Warren, where she actively participated in the Ladies Guild. Renowned for her culinary talents, she delighted many with her delicious kolachi rolls and remarkable cooking. Time spent with her beloved family was of utmost importance to her, and she found joy in baking, watching her favorite game shows, particularly “Wheel of Fortune” and “Jeopardy!” and passionately supporting Penn State and the Pittsburgh Steelers.

On Aug. 1, 1959, Patricia married Joseph Sudik Sr., who preceded her in death Feb. 7, 1995.

Her legacy of love and kindness endures through her four children, Joseph Sudik Jr. and his wife, Phyllis; Thomas Sudik and his wife, Stephanie; James Sudik and his wife, Laurie, all of Niles; and Teresa Elbon and her husband, James of Mineral Ridge. She also leaves six treasured grandchildren, Nicholas Sudik (Maria), Alexandria Sudik (Tyler), Anthony Elbon (Hannah), Alexi Elbon, Holly Kirk (Chris) and Jake Long, as well as a host of nieces and nephews.

Patricia is lovingly remembered by her siblings: five brothers, Frank Shufran of Hobart, Indiana; Donald Shufran, of Bradford, Pa.; Alex Shufran and his wife, Mary, of Huron; Ken Shufran and his wife, Georgie, of Clifford, Va.; and Greg Shurfran and his wife, Jennifer, of Bellefonte, Pa.; and a sister, Verone Hill of Philipsburg, Pa.

She was preceded in death by three brothers, Stephen, John and Andy Shufran, and six sisters, Mary Raymond, Barbara Shufran, Madeline Mehallow, Pauline Shufran, Kathleen Stone and Judy Shufran.

Friends may call 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, April 10, 2026, at the Joseph Rossi and Sons Funeral Home in Niles.

Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Saturday, April 11, 2026, at SS. Peter and Paul Byzantine Catholic Church in Warren. Family and friends are asked to begin arriving at the church directly at 9 a.m., as there will be no processional from the funeral home.

Contributions may be made to Hospice of the Valley, 979 Tibbetts Wick Road, Suite A, Girard, OH 44420.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Joseph Rossi and Sons Funeral Home, Niles. To share a memory, send a condolence, or browse our selection of sympathy flowers and gifts, please visit Patricia’s page at www.josephrossifuneralhome.com.

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