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Patricia E. Villani, 73, Altoona, passed away Monday at UPMC Altoona. She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Elwood L. and Evelyn (Warner) Walter and later married Matthew Villani.
She is survived by her loving husband, Matthew; six children: Bobbie Lauritsen, Lisa Shoemaker, Terri Jo Villani, Matthew Villani III, and Charles and Ronald Phillips; 11 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by a brother, Elwood F. Walter.
Patricia earned her degree in bookkeeping from the Altoona School of Commerce and worked as a chiropractic assistant.
She enjoyed karate, acting, and painting and was the District Representative for the Pennwriters, Inc.
At the request of the family, services will be held privately. Arrangements are by Santella Funeral Home.
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