Patricia Anna Wivell (1936-2025)

Patricia Anna Wivell, 89, formerly of Ambridge, passed away peacefully on August 26th, 2025 in Livonia, Michigan. She was born in Pittsburgh on April 25th, 1936, a daughter of the late Patrick Kavanagh and Anna (Mildner) Kavanagh. She was also the beloved wife of the late Edward Wivell, with whom she shared 53 loving years of marriage. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her sister, Kathleen Kavanagh. She is survived by her children, Edward P. (Michelle) Wivell of Stuart, Florida, Mary Ann Wivell (Randy Arndt) of Atlanta, Georgia, and Colleen Wivell (Rob Paine) of Canton, Michigan and six cherished grandchildren: Trace Pierce, Trevor and Derrick Arndt, Bryce, Anna, and Lizzy Paine. She is also survived by her sisters-in-law, Joanne Strasbaugh of Mars, Pennsylvania, and Gertrude Connors of West End in Pittsburgh, as well as many loving nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.

Patricia was a caring mother, grandmother, and friend who dedicated her life to her family and her Catholic faith. Her gentle spirit, unwavering faith and quiet strength touched those who knew her. For the past four years, Patricia made her home at American House in Westland, Michigan, where she embraced life fully and formed meaningful friendships. She loved participating in the many activities offered, including bingo, music and entertainment nights, rosary and communion services, exercise classes, and even the occasional trip to the local casino. She was deeply loved by the residents and was cared for with great compassion by the staff.

Friends will be received on Saturday, September 6th from 9 A.M.-10:30 A.M. at Saint Luke the Evangelist Church, 725 Glenwood Avenue, Ambridge, followed by a  Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 AM. Interment will follow at Christ Our Redeemer Cemetery (Northside), 204 Cemetery Lane, Pittsburgh, where she will be laid to rest beside her husband.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to EWTN, 5817 Old Leeds Road, Irondale, AL 35210, a cause dear to Patricia’s heart.  Services and arrangements have been entrusted to Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge.