She was 69 years old. Beloved sister of Evelyn Marcus. Loving aunt of Amy Russo (Dale Nicosia), Ryan Deffes, Tara Deffes, and aunt and Godmother of Angelo Russo (Tanya Russo).
Great-aunt of Madison Russo, Gage Russo, Cody Russo, and Trace Fricke. She was preceded in death by her parents, the late Catherine Deffes and John Deffes, and by her brothers, the late John Deffes, Jr. and Ralph Deffes. She also leaves behind many other family members, and dear friends.
Patsy was an avid outdoorswoman and was never happier than when fishing, boating, or crabbing. She enjoyed taking cruises and was considered the life of the party everywhere she went. Patsy made the world go round for her family and had a huge, generous heart. She will be forever missed by her family and everyone who knew her.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation on Friday, June 11, 2021, at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. VIRTUE STREET, in Chalmette from 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM. A funeral mass will be held in her memory at 11:30 AM. She will be laid to rest in Southeast Louisiana Veterans Cemetery, with military honors.
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