Patricia Long

HOLLEY – Patricia Ann Long, age 84, passed away October 25, 2025, peacefully with her family by her side. She was born April 4, 1941 in Lockport to the late Christy and Beatrice (Hinkley) DeFilippo.

Pat’s home was her sanctuary filled with laughter, love and the scent of food cooking. Her kitchen was the heart of the home. Whether it was her famous ham loaf and mustard sauce or cookies and pies. She loved to bake for family and friends.

Pat found joy in feeding others, always welcoming you in for a bite to eat whatever she had cooking. Her legacy will live on in the recipes she passed down. She enjoyed gardening and took pride in her flowers, planting each and every spring. She was also known to frequent Batavia Downs. It was there she could unwind playing the slots and visit with friends.

Pat was a loving grandmother who held a special place in the hearts of her grandchildren. She was their biggest cheerleader, never missed a hockey game or dance recital. She supported them all in whatever activity they took part in and loved them dearly. Her spirit will live on in every family gathering.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her son, Jeffrey Nellis; sister, Dianne Jewell; and brother-in-law, Dave Long.

Pat is survived by her loving husband of 61 years, Frank; son, Rick (Heidi) Nellis; daughter, Kimberly (John) Sipp; grandchildren, Philip (Diana) Sipp, Madison Nellis, Lindsay Sipp and Logan Nellis; great-grandchildren, Brylee, Nathan and Jackson; sister, Chris (Dave) Brooks; brother, Bob DeFilippo; brother-in-law, Ronald Sr.; and many nieces and nephews.

Pat’s family will receive friends at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home,16650 State Route 31 Holley, NY 14470 on Thursday, October 30, from 4 to 7 p.m. Her Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Mary’s RC Church, S. Main St. Holley on Friday, October 31, at 10 a.m. Interment will follow in Hillside Cemetery.

To share a special memory of Pat, visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.