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Patricia BEHUNIAK Obituary

BEHUNIAK, Patricia M. "Pat" 85, formerly of Lutz, Florida, died Monday, March 13, 2023. Born in Pittsburgh, PA., to parents Dorothy and Joseph Cuda; along with her brother and sister, Bob Cuda and JoAnn Batz. She graduated from Duquesne University with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, Psychology, and Philosophy and pursued graduate studies at Fordham University and the University of Tampa. She was a loving mother to three sons, Derek, Loren, and Jason. She spent time in California, Florida, and Washington, D.C. She had a long career as a teacher, counselor, adoption caseworker, technology administrator, and an assistant for a CPA firm. She enjoyed folk dancing, swimming, gardening, crocheting, and spending time with her friends and family, especially her grandchildren, Allison, Madison, Jack, Nate, and Emme. A Memorial Service will be held on April 15 at 11 am at Holy Family Catholic Church.

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Published by Tampa Bay Times on Apr. 6, 2023.

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Barb

April 19, 2023

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Bryan

April 12, 2023

Thoughts and prayers to the immediate family! I always remember Aunt Pat for being humble and giving for the entire time I´ve known her!

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