Patricia T. Finochio, 71, of Altoona, died Thursday at her home after an extended illness.

She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Clair A. and Artie Lou (Moore) Boslet.

On September 2, 1972, she married Robert O. Finochio.

She is survived by her beloved husband, Robert O. Finochio; two sons: Robert Finochio, Jr. and wife, Jen of Altoona and Michael A. Finochio and wife, Tina of Altoona; daughter, Theresa Engle and husband, Scott of Bellwood; six grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; four sisters: Karen M. Hazenstab (John) of Altoona, Pamela D. DeBolt of Hollidaysburg; Cheryl A. Williams (Richard) of Altoona and Janette C. Buzzella (James) of Eugene, OR; and two brothers: Lonnie A. Boslet (Paula) of Westminster, MD and John F. Boslet of Altoona.

She was preceded in death by a brother-in-law, Robert DeBolt.

A graduate of Altoona High School, class of 1972, Patricia was a faithful member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Altoona for 51 years. She found joy in sewing and was deeply committed to her faith, dedicating much time to preaching and sharing her beliefs in her community.

A memorial service will be held at the Altoona, Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses at a later date.