Patricia A. Kerns, 81, of Beaver Falls passed away on September 13, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on January 11th, 1943, in New Brighton and was preceded in death by her husband, Charles “Bud” Kerns. She is survived by her son, Christian Kerns, daughter, Jennifer Kerns Miller, daughter and son in law, Julia and Anthony Rubino, six cherished grandchildren, Alyssa Miller (Stefanie Irvin), Nicholas (Raejana) Miller, Christian (Emma) Kerns, Zachary (Tori) Miller, Isabel Rubino and Fiona Rubino, six great-grandchildren, Neila, Amora, Ronan, Nova, Nolan, and Holden Miller, four sisters, Becky (Rich) Palladini, Christine Russell, Frances Teapole, Johanna (Skip) Marsh and many nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, lifelong friends, and dear neighbors. All are a testament to her loving influence and enduring values.

She was lovingly known as Patty, and was an embodiment of strength, compassion, and unwavering support. Patty was a beacon of warmth and kindness whose light touched numerous lives. As a devoted homemaker, she cultivated a household of love and laughter, her home becoming a sanctuary for family and friends alike. Patty’s resilient spirit and loving nature were best reflected in her dedication to her family, her faith, and her community.

Patty’s compassionate heart found joy in the simple pleasures of life. An avid gardener, her hands nurtured fruits, vegetables and beautiful flowers, just as her love nurtured the lives of those around her. Patty’s love for cooking, baking, and canning filled her home with enticing aromas and unparalleled feasts. In her earlier years, her passion for macrame transformed simple threads into intricate masterpieces. Her decades-long involvement in Avon as a top seller not only demonstrated her supportive nature but also helped her form lifelong friendships. Patty was fulfilled by a day of hard work. She spent her days fueled by positive energy and a sense of purpose, adept at fixing nearly anything.

One of her favorite pastimes was watching her children and grandchildren excel in sports from elementary school through college, often traveling to multiple games in a single day. She was also an avid fan of the Pittsburgh Pirates. A faithful member of the Saint Monica Parish, she actively supported the Sisters of St. Joseph, embodying the verse from Galatians 6:2, “Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way, you will fulfill the law of Christ.”

Friends will be received on Monday, September 16th, from 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. at CORLESS-KUNSELMAN FUNERAL SERVICES, LLC, 3801 4th Avenue, Beaver Falls, where prayers will be held Tuesday at 9:20 a.m. Mass will follow at 10 a.m. at St. Monica Roman Catholic Church, 116 Thorndale Drive, Beaver Falls.

Patty’s final resting place will be at St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Cemetery.

In honor of Patty, we invite you to share your memories and upload photos to the memorial page on hillandkunselman.com reminding those of all the love, resilience, and compassion that marked her extraordinary life.