Patricia Rose Di Carlo

Patricia DiCarlo, aged 94, of Wayne, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, surrounded by her loving family, whose hearts will forever carry her memory.

Patricia was born on June 6, 1931, in Totowa, New Jersey, to her loving parents, Rose and Oscar Pudula. As the eldest of three children, she took on a nurturing role, looking after her younger brother, Anthony, and her sister, Barbra. Patricia's journey included heartfelt moments at Memorial Grammar School and Passaic Valley High School, where she laid the foundation for her future. She also found joy and camaraderie as a teenager, singing in the choir at Saint James Roman Catholic Church alongside her sister, creating cherished memories together in their close-knit community.

Patricia dedicated many years of her life to working as a receptionist at First Fidelity Bank in Wayne. With her warm smile and genuine sense of humor, she had a special way of welcoming everyone who walked through the door, often leaving them in laughter before they departed.

As a loving mother, wife, sister, aunt, great aunt, cousin, and friend, Patricia's devotion to her family was evident in everything she did. She was always there to offer a helping hand, sound advice, or a comforting shoulder to cry on when it was needed most. Her youthful spirit shone through her love for fashion, always dressing impeccably and showcasing her collection of beautiful shoes that brought joy to those around her.

Patricia found great pleasure in the arts, enjoying outings to the theatre, ballet, and opera. Above all, it was the time spent with her family and friends that brought her the greatest happiness—those treasured moments filled with love and laughter that she held dear. She touched the lives of many and will be deeply missed.

Patricia met her beloved husband, Joseph, and together they created a beautiful family with their three children: Joseph Jr., Steven, and Richard. She cherished her role as a grandmother to Joseph, Domenic, and Isabella, who brought immense joy to her life. Patricia was so proud of each of them and eagerly anticipated the arrival of her first great-grandchild. In her later years, she found happiness in spending time with her partner, Dan DeStefano, and embraced his family as her own. Patricia's warmth and kindness left a lasting impression on everyone who knew her, and her absence will be deeply felt by all who loved her.

Patricia was a deeply devoted wife to Joseph (who has predeceased her) and a loving mother to her son Joseph Jr. (also predeceased), Steven and his wife Joanna DiCarlo, and Richard and his wife Donna DiCarlo. She cherished her role as a beloved grandmother to Joseph and his wife Nicole DiCarlo, Domenic and his girlfriend Gabriela Insignares, Isabella DiCarlo, Michael and Karlee Rouskas, Roxanne Rouskas, Vasili Rouskas, Samantha and Evan Ruben, Kyra Ruben, and William Mazzia. Patricia found comfort and companionship as the forever partner of Daniel DeStefano.

Her heart was always open as a faithful sister to Barbara and Brother-in-law Jerry Speziale (predeceased), and her brother Anthony Padula (predeceased). She was a nurturing aunt and great-aunt, whose love and care extended to several nieces and nephews, creating cherished connections that will be remembered and celebrated.