Patsy Lynn (Leigon) Sconci

Patsy was born July 25, 1936, in Bosque County, Texas to Perry D. and Linnie (Veteto) Leigon passed away on June 10, 2022, peacefully at her home surrounded by her family. Patsy moved to Austin at the age of five, spending the rest of her life there. She attended Austin High School and graduated from the Seton School of Nursing as a RN.

At the age of 16, Patsy met Pat, the love of her life, on a blind date. Since that date some 69 years ago, they have been inseparable. They courted throughout her time in nursing school, while Pat patiently waited (not really) for her to graduate so they could marry. On June 30, 1957, they were married at St. Mary Cathedral in Austin. Together they built an incredible and faith-filled life. Never a truer love story was written than the marriage of Pat and Patsy Sconci. Pat and Patsy defined true love and mutual respect. In life, they were inseparable, only to be separated by death; but their love, like her memory, will be eternal.

Patsy married into a very large and loving extended family. The Sconci and Joseph families were large, loud, and deep into tradition. As a result, she immediately immersed herself into their culture, both Lebanese and Italian, learning the language, cooking, and traditions. Her mother-in-law, Mary (Jospeh) Sconci, affectionately referred to Patsy as her daughter, never her daughter-in-law. Patsy was actively involved in local and national organizations that promoted the Lebanese heritage. She served in numerous officer roles of the American Lebanon Association of Austin. She and Pat were also active in the Southern Federation of Syrian Lebanese American Clubs (SFSLAC), where she chaired and served on a number of committees and remained active for over forty years attending annual conventions and conferences.

Nursing was her passion, and she was the best of the best. Patsy pursued her nursing career until her first child was born, pausing full-time work until her four children were out of grade school. After her youngest graduated, she returned to nursing full-time and worked another 20 years. Patsy remained active with Seton nurses for decades, planning many reunions for School of Nursing alumni as well as serving as a member of the Seton Congress. She was a mentor, tutor, teacher, and nurturer; she was always willing to help anyone pursue their education. Many graduates, especially nurses, that have benefited from the anonymous benevolence of Patsy (and Pat’s) generosity towards their education.

Patsy was a voracious reader and lover of all things that involved her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She was always generous with her time and talents. Many stood in awe over how she could accomplish so much, and always with such grace. A humble and unassuming woman, never wanting any attention on her, she had a notable career; served as a volunteer for her church, school, and community; and was a gracious host, extraordinary cook and crafter. If her children, grandchildren, or great-grandchildren had a project or idea, she wanted to be involved. Pasty was always ready to travel, near or far. Her family affectionately called her the “hitchhiker”. If you said you were going somewhere, anywhere, she was ready to go with you. She was and remained until the day she died the most loyal and unconditionally loving wife, mom, grandma and Sitto.

Patsy was a devout catholic, often silently sitting and praying the rosary. Anytime someone asked her to pray for them, be assured, she did. When her children would tell her of a friend that was sick or hurting, she did not just pray for them, she asked for their name, wanted to know something about them, as she wanted her prayers for them to be personal. She was the truest definition of godly wife, mother, sister, and friend.

Patsy is survived by her beloved husband, Pat, and their three children: Pat Sconci Jr. (Ky), Mary Sconci Wolfe, Marjorie Sconci Studer; her two grandchildren, Bretagne Abirached (Raymond); Kimberly Desai (Amol); and two great-grandchildren, Kristin and Tyler Thompson — who every time they kissed her face, she lit up like a full moon. She is also survived by her sister, Jnoetta Friday (Gordon) and brother-in-law, Rolf Geisselbrecht; and numerous nieces, nephews and those who fondly called her mom, Aunt Patsy, or Mrs. S. Patsy was preceded in death by her daughter, Melisa Ann Sconci, and her two sisters, Carol Geisselbrecht and Hazel Nelson.

Patsy’s family wants to thank all her friends and family who have called, visited, and sent prayers. A special thanks for the kindness and love shown by Mary Trevino and the incredible team at Hospice Austin.

Pallbearers will be Raymond Abirached, Amol Desai, Don Sconci, Horace Joseph, Anthony Joseph, Ron Friday, and Scott Johnson. Honorary Pallbearers will be Joe J. Joseph Jr, Salem Joseph, Jim Daywood, Trey Daywood, Kenneth Friday, Gordon Friday, Gabe Diab, Bill Leigon and Noah Risk.

A visitation will be held from 5:00-7:00 PM followed by a Rosary at 7:00 PM on Thursday June 16, 2022 in the Cook-Walden North Lamar Colonial Chapel. The Funeral Mass will be held 1:30 pm Friday on June 17, 2022 at St Ignatius Martyr Catholic Church, 2309 Euclid Ave, Austin, TX 78704. Please visit Cook-Walden Colonial Chapel Funeral Home for updated details.

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Memorial contributions may be made in Patsy’s honor to the Southern Federation Foundation Scholarship Fund, PO Box 1227, Austin, Texas 78767; St. Ignatius Catholic Church, 2309 Euclid Ave, Austin, Texas 78704; or the charity of your choice.