Obituary

Patricia L. (McCormack) Kydd, 76, of West Mayfield, passed away on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at Allegheny General Hospital with her loving husband by her side.

Born in Kane, PA on May 22, 1950, she was the daughter of the late Ted McCormack and Thelma Hutchison Jackson.

Patricia was a member of Park Gate Baptist Church in Ellwood City. She was a former special education teacher during her years in Florida, she dedicated herself to helping and encouraging others. She was known for her wonderful sense of humor, which remained with her even during her final days in the hospital. Patricia enjoyed crocheting and knitting, creating many treasured handmade gifts, and she dearly loved her dog, whose companionship brought her much joy.

Patricia is survived by her husband of 30 years, David F. Kydd; her brothers, Jim McCormack and Tom McCormack; her brother-in-law, Ronald Kydd; her aunts, Jean Macik, Diane Hartt, Jean Hutchison and Ruth Hutchison; her cousins, Iris (Dennis) Doverspeike and Lolly (Rocco) Violi; and her beloved dog, Sassy Sue.

In addition to her parents, Patricia is preceded in death by her brother, Guy McCormack.

Friends will be received on Saturday, June 13, 2026 from 2PM until the time of services at 4PM in the Park Gate Baptist Church, 2840 River Rd, Ellwood City, PA 16117, with Pastor Zachary Fry as officiant.

Interment will take place privately at Grandview Cemetery, Beaver Falls, PA.

The GABAUER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, Inc., 1133 Penn Ave New Brighton, PA 15066, was honored to care for Patricia and her family during this most difficult time.