Patricia M. Elia, 87, of Beaver, passed away peacefully at home on April 10th, 2026. She was born on July 13th, 1938, the daughter of the late Harvey Grimm and Grace Catanese. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James Elia and her beloved grandson, Michael Borsani. She is survived by her daughters, Vicki (Lou) Borsani, Pam Elia, and Patty (Rick) Loverde, her grandchildren, Chase (Anna) Loverde, Eric (Amanda) Elia, and Marlena Wilke, and their children Domenica Elia, James Elia and Gabriel Loverde. She will be sadly missed by many additional family members, friends, and neighbors.

Patricia was an inspiring figure in the local golf community and a testament to determination and passion. She began her golfing adventure in 1968 and was motivated by the love of her late husband who spent much of his time on the golf course. She embraced the philosophy of “if you can’t beat him, join him,” which she quickly took to the game. Before long, she was not only enjoying herself but also excelling, collecting trophies and accolades. She joined the West Penn Golfers Association, where she won numerous championships, including titles at the Beaver Lakes Country Club and Seven Oaks Country Club. As a West Penn amateur, she had the privilege of golfing at all the major courses within the tri-state area, proving her skills and dedication in every swing. She played a pivotal role in establishing the First Tee at Black Hawk Golf Course along with Golf Pro Garret Wilson, aiming to promote golf among our youth through the PGA. Additionally, she organized women’s golf leagues at Blackhawk Golf Course in Beaver Falls.

She was not only a champion on the course, but she was also a champion wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother inspiring and challenging family members and countless others to follow in her footsteps.

Friends will be received on Monday April 13th, from 3-7 p.m. in the Noll Funeral Home Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver, who was in charge of her arrangements, and where a funeral service will take place on Tuesday, April 14th at 11 a.m. Online condolences may be shared at www.nollfuneral.com.

Interment to take place at Beaver Cemetery, Buffalo Street, Beaver.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Patricia’s name to the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Brodhead Road, Aliquippa, PA 15001.