Patricia Ann Moewe

Patricia "Patsy" Ann (Tadla) Moewe, 77, of McDonald, passed away on Thursday, November 7, 2024 at St. Elizabeth Hospital after a short illness. 

Patsy was born February 13, 1947 in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter to the late Nicholas and Irene (Yakimoff) Tadla.

She was a 1964 graduate of McDonald High School where she excelled in math and was a cheerleader, and a member of the Royal Swan synchronized swimming club. She attended Bowling Green University to continue competitive and synchronized swimming, with swimming remaining a lifelong passion. 

Patsy was a computer programmer for Ohio Edison before leaving the workforce to raise her beloved son, the late Bruce M. "BJ" Moewe Jr. After rejoining the workforce, Patsy held various positions for the US Postal Service until her retirement.

A talented seamstress, Patsy sewed countless outfits and costumes for family, friends and their children. Patsy was known for her love of the color purple and later in life her fashionable hats and eclectic gifts. 

Patsy leaves to cherish her memory her grandson, Colton J. Moewe of Lakewood, brothers Nicholas M. Tadla, with whom she shared her home, George S. Tadla of Morrison, CO, and James A. (Melissa) Tadla, also of McDonald; stepchildren Edward Kalosky Jr., John Kalosky, both of Youngstown, Paul (Jamie) Kalosky of Savannah, GA and Aaron Thistlewaite of Seattle, WA; along with 5 nephews and 3 nieces. 

Along with her parents and son BJ, Patsy is preceded in death by her longtime companion, Edward Kalosky Sr.

The family wishes to express a special thank you to Patsy's brother Nick for loving care he provided. 

The family will receive family and friends on Saturday, November 16th from 1-3 PM with a memorial service following.