Patrick Anthony Cusanelli, 86, of Wilmington and formerly of Summit Hill, PA, passed away on November 6, 2018, surrounded by family and friends.
Born in Palmerton, Pennsylvania, he attended St. Joseph’s Elementary in Summit Hill, PA and St. Ann’s High School in Lansford, PA. He spent 2 years with the 101st Airborne, First Division in Germany after high school and upon return, earned a business degree from Goldey Beacom College. He continued his education with two years at the University of Delaware followed by graduate work at UD.
Pat began working for Electric Hose and Rubber Co. as a production scheduler until his promotion to production manager. After 25 years with the company, their operations moved to Nebraska and Pat’s career with them ended. He then worked at Christiana Care in the Materials Department eventually becoming Materials Department Manager, spending 25 years there until retirement.
Pat was a #1 fan of the Fighting Irish of Notre Dame. He also enjoyed spending time with family and friends, especially in Wildwood, NJ.
He is predeceased by his wife Valentine who died in 2006. Survivors include his daughter Denise Nuss and her husband Troy of Wilmington, grandchildren Miranda and Nelia Nuss, sisters Christine of Pottstown, PA, Dolly of Tamaqua, PA, Louise and Ann Marie, both of Summit Hill, PA and many nieces and nephews.
Friends may visit at CHANDLER FUNERAL HOME, 2506 Concord Pike, Wilmington on Monday November 12 from 6:00-8:00PM and on Tuesday November 13 from 10:00-11:00AM with funeral services Starting at 11:00AM . Burial will follow in Silverbrook Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to ZAP Family Foundation, 1200 East High St., Suite 310, Pottstown, PA 19464.
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