He was the husband of Shirley Jane (Schmale) Carrozza.
Born in
Reading, he was a son of the late Pasquale and Theresa (Lia) Carrozza.
Pat was a machinist for Teledyne, Mohnton, until his retirement in 1982.
He was a U.S. Army veteran, serving in World War II.
Pat was always a morning person. He loved his family very much. He also loved walking, bike riding and Rusty, his pet dog. He will be dearly missed by his family and everyone who knew him.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his five children: Robert P., husband of Ann Marie Carrozza, Swedesboro, N.J.; Patricia J., wife of Al Matz, Exeter Township; Lorraine J., wife of Joseph Jagielski, Spring Township; Susan M., wife of Barry Lehr, West Reading; and Annette M., wife of Mike, Cruz, Fla.
He is also survived by one sibling, Jacob Carrozza, Reading.
Also surviving are six grandchildren: Michelle, wife of Ron Ewanick; Lisa Jagielski; Andrea, wife of Chris Levan; Kevin, husband of Michell Lehr; Tricia Matz and Krystle Lehr; and two great-grandchildren, Hailey Levan and Wyatt Levan.
He also had four stepgrandchildren and 12 step-great-grandchildren.
Pat was predeceased by six siblings: Daniel Carrozza, Mary Kauffman, Frank Carrozza, Rose Hubler, Louis Carrozza and Carmella Kruszewski.
Services will be private at the convenience of the family. Burial with military honors will be in Pleasant View Cemetery.
Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Inc., West Reading, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be recorded at www.kuhnfuneralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Last birthday :(
Annette Carrozza Cruz
December 21, 2010
Hi daddy, I miss you and will love you always. Sorry we did not spend more time together. I'm sure the angels will enjoy your tap dancing and harmonica rendition of the Mexican Hat Dance.
Love from your baby, Annette
December 15, 2010
I miss you Dad - Thanks for all the walks and the music you played on your harmonica - Love, Lorraine
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