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Patricia M. Gildea

5/13/1927 - 5/31/2026

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Obituary For Patricia M. Gildea

Patricia M. Gildea

May 13, 1927-May 31, 2026

Patricia M. Gildea, 99, of Hollidaysburg, peacefully passed away Sunday at her residence. She was born in Altoona, the daughter of the late Robert J. and Genevieve M. (Wilt) Gildea, Sr.

Patricia is survived by her brother, William F. Gildea (Arlene) of Duncanville and her sister, Donna J. Gildea of Hollidaysburg; a sister-in-law, Elvie Gildea; eight nieces and nephews: Robert J. Gildea, III (Alicia), Maureen Crompton (Matt), Colette Amato (John), Michele Howard (Fred), Georgette Ayers (Ernie), William F. Gildea, II (Diana), Dr. Derek Gildea and Dr. Karena Lawrence (Joe); and many great-nieces & nephews, cousins and friends.

She was preceded in death by two brothers: Robert J. Gildea, Jr. and Matthew E. Gildea; also many extended family members.

Pat was a 1945 graduate of Hollidaysburg High School and went on to graduate from Mount Aloysius College.

She retired as the Assistant Court Administrator from the Blair County Courthouse and had previously been the Personnel Director for A&P Grocery Stores.

Pat was a lifetime member of St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, Hollidaysburg.

She had been a state parliamentarian for Catholic Daughters of the Americas, a board member of several organizations: the Altoona Hospital and Home Nursing Agency, Blair Regional YMCA, Wise Women of Blair County, the Hollidaysburg Arts Council, Civic Music, Altoona Symphony League, PA Court Management and Mid-Atlantic Court Management Organization. Pat also belonged to Soroptimist International, Business and Professional Women-Hollidaysburg, she was also a Dale Carnegie Instructor, and was on the Diocesan Liturgy Committee.

Pat liked staying busy and active in her community, having been the first recipient of the Athena Leadership Award from the Blair County Chamber of Commerce. She also was awarded the Prince Gallitzin Peace Cross. Patricia ultimately loved spending time with her family and friends.

Friends will be received from 3-7 pm on Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at The Stevens Mortuary, Inc., 1421 8th Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602, where a vigil for the deceased will be held.

A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 am, Thursday, June 4, 2026 at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, 301 Spruce St., Hollidaysburg, PA 16648 with Fr. Alan E. Thomas, celebrant.

Committal will be held at Calvary Cemetery.

The family requests memorial contributions be made in Pat’s memory to: St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, 301 Spruce St., Hollidaysburg, PA 16648 or Robert J. Gildea, Sr. Scholarship Fund at Mount Aloysius College, 7373 Admiral Peary Highway, Cresson, PA 16630-1999.

Condolences may be made at www.stevensfamilyfuneralhomes.com or Stevens Family Funeral Homes Facebook.

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  • 06/03/2026

    Christina Bell

    So sorry for your loss . Regent Blairsville court 562 Blairsville Pa She was a brilliant woman and speaker . I have fond memories from state and national convention I attended and was thrilled to listen to her get advice to us all . Wonderful woman !❤️🙏

  • 06/02/2026

    Daniel b. Bauèr

    "well done good and faithful steward now enter into the joy of your Lord Jesus Christ""and the blessed Virgin Mary. Pat was an energized person for her faith.She exemplifies the fire of the holy Spirit in her love for theBVM.Forty four years of attendance and organization of "Marys day" at St Catherine's.God reward her service.May her memory be eternal!!!!.Rest in peace.May the Lord Jesus Christ comfort her family,especially hèr sister donna.

  • 06/02/2026

    Barbara Stalter

    Pat was a kind lady who was devoted to her family, her job, and the community at large. May light perpetual shine upon you and may you keep company with Angels, Archangels, and all the Saints. Peace

  • 06/02/2026

    Danielle Vandenbergh

    My daughter and I had the opportunity to meet and speak with Pat at Alumni Weekend at Mount Aloysius College in 2024. My daughter, Rachel graduated in 2023 with an accounting degree. She and Pat held a very lengthy discussion on how things have changed and what has stayed the same. I watched as their shared Mercy Values and Mount Aloysius pride connected them despite the 74 year age difference. She had the amazing ability to connect with all around her. We will miss her this year. Sending our thoughts and prayers to her family.

  • 06/02/2026

    Cindy (Whysong) Hinish

    I remember Pat from my days with Hollidaysburg BPW. She was always so kind and supportive, she really wanted younger women to thrive. She had more energy than almost anyone I know and her organizational skills were awesome. She ran the race well and I'm sure was welcomed into the arms of her Lord.

  • 06/02/2026

    Rebecca Winkler

    Pat was a classy lady and such an intelligent, thoughtful, caring woman. She is in heaven watching over all of us. I was privileged to have known her. Sympathies to her family. Rebecca Winkler

  • 06/02/2026

    Susan T Schellenberg

    Pat was an extraordinary woman. Our paths crossed as fellow court administrators through our involvement with PACM. Her commitment to PACM was instrumental in making PACM the strong organization that it is today. I was certainly blessed to have known her. May her family find comfort in the love and memories that they shared. Susan Schellenberg

  • 06/01/2026

    Patty Hatch

    Pat was a special lady. I worked with her at the Courthouse. Then when the County was celebrating its Sesquicentennial we worked together on the programs. She came up with the ideas and I ran with them. Pat was also an active member of the Blair County Historical Society. May she rest in peace in God's loving arms.

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