Patricia Susan Misciagno

Patricia Susan Misciagno
Patricia Susan Misciagno, of Greenwich, passed away on November 14, 2025, at the age of 77. Patty was born on July 2, 1948, in Brooklyn to Philip and Alice Misciagno. Patty relocated to Greenwich in 1976 while studying at Purchase College. Patty received her undergraduate honors degree from SUNY Purchase and went on to receive a scholarship to New York University, where she completed her studies, earning both her Master's and Doctoral degrees in Political Science. Patty often credited the Greenwich Library as one of Greenwich's gems. On any given day in those early years, Patty could be found in the carrels working on her dissertation. A college professor, she began her career at Bucknell University and later at Manhattanville College, where she chaired the department of Political Science. Patty's book, Rethinking Feminist Identification, has been widely cited by scholars in the field of Women and Politics. Patty also authored an influential article on the American Presidency, Rethinking the Mythic Presidency.
Upon arriving in Greenwich, Patty took to the local flavor. Early mornings, she was a fixture at the old Dorothy's restaurant on the corner of Mason St and Putnam Ave. A college professor, she began her career at Bucknell University and later at Manhattanville College, where she chaired the department of Political Science. Patty was passionate about her work and cared for her students. She was awarded numerous teaching awards for her scholarship and teaching, including the highly prestigious Outstanding Teaching in Political Science Award from the American Political Science Association and the Pi Sigma Alpha honor society.
Patty was an active member of the Greenwich Seniors, where she enjoyed the art programs. She loved to visit Tod's Point in all seasons, sometimes drawing inspiration for her painting and poetry. She often painted and photographed sunsets at Tod's Point. Patty is the long-time partner of John Carney. In addition, she is the dear sister of Elaine Misciagno and brother, Robert Misciagno. Patty is also survived by her nieces, Allison, Lisa, Lori, and her nephew, Michael.
A Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday at 10 a.m. at St. Catherine of Siena. Committal will be private. Memorial donations in Patty's honor can be directed to any Native American charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements were conducted by The Fred D. Knapp Funeral Home of Greenwich, 203-869-0315 www.greenwichfuneralhome.com