Visitation for the late Patricia ‘Patsy’ Federici till be at S.t Rose of Lima Church, Freehold, tomorrow from 3 to 7 p.m. with the funeral mass at 10:30 Saturday, Jan. 24, live-streamed for all who cannot attend the mass in person.
Mrs. Federici passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, January 21 surrounded by the love of her devoted family.
Born December 30, 1934, at Fitkin Hospital in Neptune Township Patsy grew up in Farmingdale and in 1956, married the love of her life, Frank “Spat” Federici. Together they made their home in Freehold where Patsy lived for the rest of her life, building a legacy that will endure for generations.
The heart of her family and the soul of her community, Patsy was a lifelong and deeply devoted parishioner of St. Rose of Lima Church giving her time as a cheer leading coach, bereavement minister, and in countless quiet acts of kindness that reflected her compassionate spirit. She had a gift for making people feel seen and welcomed, whether at church, around town, or famously while greeting guests at Federici’s Restaurant on East Main Street—where her warmth, laughter, and genuine love for people left a lasting impression on all who walked through the door.
Above all else, Patsy cherished her family and friends. She found her greatest joy in being surrounded by those she loved, whether sharing everyday moments or making lifelong memories during summers in Manasquan and treasured trips to her timeshare on the Caribbean island of Aruba. As a mother, Patsy led with unconditional love, quiet strength, and unwavering devotion, always putting her children first and teaching by example what it meant to care deeply, give generously, and love without limits.
Patsy was predeceased by her beloved parents, Rue and Margaret Cook; her brothers, Donald Cook (Eloise) and James Cook; and her cherished husband of 53 years, Frank “Spat” Federici, whose love remained with her always.
She leaves behind the beautiful family she was so proud to lead as matriarch. Patsy is survived by her seven children and their spouses: Frank and Mary Lynn Federici of Clarksburg; David and Lauren Federici of Freehold Township; Margee and Patrick Hansen of Freehold Township; Lisa and Cookie of Freehold Township; Michael and Nicole Federici of Manasquan; John and Donna Federici of Marlboro; and Tricia and Gio Webb of Freehold Borough. She was a loving and devoted grandmother to Scott (Taylor) Hansen, Michael (Jessica) Hansen, Daniel (Victoria) Hansen, Brendon (Dr. Dilini Peiris) Rashley, Kyle (Diana Nguyen) Rashley, Shanna (Adam) Eckhoff, Matthew Federici, Katie Webb, Patrick Federici, and Dante Webb, and a treasured great-grandmother to Harper, Samantha, Frankie, Shayden, Benjamin, Noah, Belle, and Beckham. She is also survived by her dear sister, Diane Ashworth of Manchester, and her brother, Peter Cook of Bayville.
After the visitation at St. Rose of Lima Church tomorrow, the funeral liturgy celebrating Patsy’s life and faith will be held at the same Church Saturday at 10:30 AM, followed by interment at St. Rose of Lima Cemetery.
The Funeral Mass will be live-streamed on the St. Rose of Lima Church – Freehold, NJ Facebook page and at www.stroseoflima.com.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made in Patsy’s memory to the St. Rose of Lima School, where all of her seven children attended, or the Society of St. Vincent de Paul – St. Rose of Lima Parish, a cause that reflects her lifelong commitment to compassion, faith, and service to others.
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