Patrick T. Tucci, 95, of New Smyrna Beach, Florida, formerly of Butler, passed away on September 21, 2017, in New Smyrna Beach.

Patrick was born in Ridgeway, PA, on April 14, 1922.  He was a son of the late Luigi and Antonia Volpe Tucci.

Prior to enlisting in the US Army in 1942, Patrick married the former Shirley Maxine Thompson.

He and Shirley remained married until her death in 2003.

He proudly served his country during World War II.

Patrick was of the Catholic faith.

At one time, he was employed at Butler County Ford. Patrick later worked at the Chrysler stamping plant in Twinsburg, Ohio, and he was also employed by Slippery Rock College.  Upon his retirement in 1995, he and Maxine relocated to New Smyrna Beach.

He was a lifetime member of the VFW, Moose Lodge, American Legion, Knights of Columbus and the Sons of Italy.  His greatest enjoyment was spending time with his family, as well as helping others in any way that he possibly could.  His wonderful smile and infectious laugh will always be remembered by those who loved him.

Patrick is survived by his son, Patrick L. Tucci; his daughter, Suzanne (Terry) Cooper; and his beloved great-granddaughter, Paige M. Cooper, all of New Smyrna Beach.  Additionally, Patrick is survived by his brother, George (Mary) Tucci, of Grove City; his sisters, Ann Bogusky and Leona Wladika, both of Butler, and Virginia (William) Mills, of Harlingen, Texas; and numerous nephews and nieces.

Patrick was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; his grandson, Jeffrey Cooper; three brothers; and four sisters.

A blessing service and burial will take place on Sunday, May 6, at 11 a.m. at Old Annandale Cemetery in Boyers. Deacon Mitch Natali, of St. Paul Roman Catholic Church, Butler, will officiate..

Military Honors were accorded in New Smyrna Beach, FL.