Patricia L. Kotar

Patricia L. Kotar age 80 of Muse, passed away peacefully Monday, June 17, 2024, in her home, with her family by her side. She was born March 26, 1944, in Cuddy, a daughter of the late James and Charlotte Zimmerman Ross. Patty graduated from South Fayette High School and was Presbyterian by faith. She lived most of her life in Muse and had been a home healthcare provider both with nursing homes and privately. She enjoyed country line dancing with many groups such as Gunsmoke and Glitter and Boots and Garters. Patty’s world was her grandchildren and great grandchildren who she loved dearly. On July 3, 1965, she married Richard E. Kotar who she leaves behind after 58 years of marriage. Also left behind to cherish her memory are her children, Richard E. Kotar Jr. and his wife Lisa of Muse, daughter Lori A. Veres of Hernando Florida, six grandchildren David (Lindsay) Veres, Chelsea Smouse, Heather (Marcus) Varn, Jenna (Jeremy) Rosenberry, Sara (Joshua) Brady and Rae Kotar, nine beloved great grandchildren, sister Janice Yake of Georgia and brother Harold (Laurie) Ross of Des Moine Iowa and several nieces and nephews. Deceased is her sister Donna Gardener. Friends and family are welcome from 2-4 and 6-8 pm Friday June 21, 2024, in SALANDRA FUNERAL and CREMATION SERVICES, INC. Joseph P. Salandra LFD owner/ supervisor 304 West Pike Street Canonsburg (724) 745-8120 where services will be held at 10 am Saturday, June 22, 2024. Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Gardens McMurray. To view or extend condolences please visit www.salandrafunerals.com.