Joseph M. Patrlja, 49, of Mansfield, died unexpectedly Friday, November 25, 2005 at MedCentral Shelby Hospital. Born March 25, 1956 in Lorain, he was the son of Matthew Patrlja and Elizabeth DiLuciano Patrlja. He was raised in Mansfield, and had lived in New Jersey. He enjoyed golfing and fishing.
He is survived by one daughter, Rebecca J. Patrlja of Cherry Hill, New Jersey; mother, Elizabeth Patrlja of Mansfield; father, Matthew Patrlja of Easley, South Carolina; three brothers and sisters-in-law, Mark and Siobhan Patrlja of Las Vegas, Nevada, Michael and Sylvia Patrlja of Mansfield, and Richard and Kim Patrlja of Lucas; and several nieces and nephews.
Friends may call from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, November 27, 2005 at the Ontario Home of Wappner Funeral Directors. Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.
