Patrick M. Ekas, 71, of Bradford, PA passed away on Monday, July 17, 2023 at his home.

He was born on October 20, 1951 in Olean, NY; a son of the late Donald and Aleen Blackmer Ekas.

He was a 1971 graduate of the Bradford Area High School.

He was a U.S. Air Force veteran of the Vietnam War; serving from 1971 until his honorable discharge in 1975.

He was a member of the Open Arms Community Church.  He enjoyed camping and fishing and he especially loved spending time with his family.

He was employed by Kessel Construction, Inc. for 32 years until his retirement.

He is survived by one daughter, Carrie (Steven) Barber of Port Allegany; four sisters, Linda (James) LeClair of Georgia, Donna Stuart of Indiana, Barbara (Scott) Boise of Pennsylvania and Susan Goodrich of Florida; six grandchildren; three great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and a longtime friend, Donna Ekas of Bradford.

In addition to his parents; he was also preceded in death by two daughters, Jenette Kemick and Jessica Abplanalp and one brother, Arthur Ekas.

Friends are invited to attend a memorial service on Saturday, August 26, 2023.  The time and location will be announced at a later date.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Mascho Funeral Home, Inc.  

Online Condolences can be expressed at www.maschofuneral.com.