Patricia DeFinis
Patricia DeFinis, of Northeast Philadelphia, sadly passed away on April 2, 2025, at the age of 70.
Daughter of the late Anthony and Patricia DeFinis. Loving wife of the late Bob Nolfi. Beloved mother of Nina Pewdo (Joe) and Ava Shields (Mike). Cherished grandmother of Scarlett.
Patricia was one of 13 siblings, preceded in death by two. She is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.
Family and friends are invited to attend her services on Wednesday, April 9th, at McCafferty Funeral & Cremation Inc., 6711 Frankford Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19135 (between Unruh & Knorr Sts.). Visitation will be held from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM, followed by a family service with eulogies at 1:00 PM.
Adele cappeletti
I send all my prayers to Patricia children and the whole Definis family.nephew Branden sends his love and prayers
Kathleen Bickings
Dear Nina & Ava… memories of our Patty will be shared and give us comfort, she was one of a kind. My heart goes out to you both and I hope you find peace in knowing she is still present in our hearts. My love to you, cousins, will always recall how proud Aunt Patty was of her beautiful girls, Kathy Bic
Michael Benneri
DeFinis family. It breaks my heart like yours to say goodbye to Patricia. I have seen her in a while but still have strong bonds from growing up together. She is looking down on us with your mom and dad and brothers. Rest in peace. Love cousin Michael.
Kevin DeFinis
My Beautiful Sister, you made our home growing up so much better Dad and Mom lit up whenever you were around. Your Love for movies, music and improv. Your fabulous sense of humor. Making everyone laugh. Sunday dinners with Grandmom. Coming to work with me and days long of conversations. I will cherish the memories and the time we had you Patty, you gave so much of your spirit. So Sadly missed , so young to leave us. Till we all are reunited I will miss your beautiful smile. Your Little Brother Kevin
Kevin DeFinis
My Beautiful Sister, you made our home growing up so much better Dada and Mom lit up whenever you were around. Your Love for movies, music and improv. Your fabulous sense of humor. Making everyone laugh. Sunday dinners with Grandmom. Coming to work with me and days long of conversations. I will cherish the memories and the time we had you Patty, you gave so much of your spirit. So Sadly missed , so young to leave us. Till we all are reunited I will miss your beautiful smile. Your Little Brother Kevin
Kevin DeFinis
My Beautiful sister, you made us Laugh and smile always .Dad and mom would light up whenever you were around . Growing up with you was wonderful and you made our home so much better. Lots of great memories of you helping grandmom cook on Sunday. Your singing and watching movies Your sense of humor and beautiful smile made everyone happy. I will cherish the time we had together with you .and you will be forever in my heart.I Love you always Patty. Your little brother Kevin
Pat Devlin
Nina & Ava, I am so sorry for your loss. She was such a vibrant & welcoming person, always with her gorgeous smile! Have many great memories of times spent with you all, on Christmas eve, etc
Cousins-Stephen, Michelle & Alyssa Nolfi
So sorry for your loss Nina, Ava and families. Our deepest sympathy and prayers for you. Aunt Pat will surely be loved and missed.
Constance Definis
Patty, I just spoke to you two days ago. I know that you are now in a better place. The grief is really unbelievable because we loved you so much and you went through so much but I know you’re in a better place now we will celebrate your life and the good things and your wonderful New granddaughter. We will celebrate your life Patty just the way you would like it. I love you your sister Cookie.
Niece Yvonne
Aunt Pat, will always miss your great sense of humor and fun times I had with you growing up, to say you made us laugh is an understatement, you were so much fun to visit and hang out with, I am happy you are at peace now with Bob, you will be missed...

Aunt Pat, will always miss your great sense of humor and fun times I had with you growing up, to say you made us laugh is an understatement, you were so much fun to visit and hang out with, I am happy you are at peace now with Bob, you will be missed…
Patty, I just spoke to you two days ago. I know that you are now in a better place. The grief is really unbelievable because we loved you so much and you went through so much but I know you’re in a better place now we will celebrate your life and the good things and your wonderful New granddaughter. We will celebrate your life Patty just the way you would like it. I love you your sister Cookie.
So sorry for your loss Nina, Ava and families. Our deepest sympathy and prayers for you. Aunt Pat will surely be loved and missed.
Nina & Ava, I am so sorry for your loss. She was such a vibrant & welcoming person, always with her gorgeous smile! Have many great memories of times spent with you all, on Christmas eve, etc

My Beautiful sister, you made us Laugh and smile always .Dad and mom would light up whenever you were around . Growing up with you was wonderful and you made our home so much better. Lots of great memories of you helping grandmom cook on Sunday. Your singing and watching movies Your sense of humor and beautiful smile made everyone happy. I will cherish the time we had together with you .and you will be forever in my heart.I Love you always Patty. Your little brother Kevin


My Beautiful Sister, you made our home growing up so much better Dada and Mom lit up whenever you were around. Your Love for movies, music and improv. Your fabulous sense of humor. Making everyone laugh. Sunday dinners with Grandmom. Coming to work with me and days long of conversations. I will cherish the memories and the time we had you Patty, you gave so much of your spirit. So Sadly missed , so young to leave us. Till we all are reunited I will miss your beautiful smile. Your Little Brother Kevin




My Beautiful Sister, you made our home growing up so much better Dad and Mom lit up whenever you were around. Your Love for movies, music and improv. Your fabulous sense of humor. Making everyone laugh. Sunday dinners with Grandmom. Coming to work with me and days long of conversations. I will cherish the memories and the time we had you Patty, you gave so much of your spirit. So Sadly missed , so young to leave us. Till we all are reunited I will miss your beautiful smile. Your Little Brother Kevin




DeFinis family. It breaks my heart like yours to say goodbye to Patricia. I have seen her in a while but still have strong bonds from growing up together. She is looking down on us with your mom and dad and brothers. Rest in peace. Love cousin Michael.
Dear Nina & Ava… memories of our Patty will be shared and give us comfort, she was one of a kind. My heart goes out to you both and I hope you find peace in knowing she is still present in our hearts. My love to you, cousins, will always recall how proud Aunt Patty was of her beautiful girls,
Kathy Bic
I send all my prayers
to Patricia children and the whole Definis family.nephew Branden sends his love and prayers 