Patricia Ann Oleskowitz, 81

April 26, 2025

Patricia Ann “Pat” Oleskowitz, 81, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2025. Born in Chicago, IL, she was the daughter of the late George and Josephine (Skoranski) Martin. She was married to Charles M. Oleskowitz until his passing in 1999.

Pat was a graduate of Lancaster Catholic High School. She was a devout Catholic and served in many capacities at St. John Neumann Catholic Church. She taught CCD for 30+ years and assisted with the church bazaars. Pat also enjoyed watching movies, going out to eat, and was an avid Phillies fan. Her family affectionately remembers her for her loving, level-headed, and patient demeanor. She always put others before herself and cherished the time spent with her family. Above all else, she adored spending time with her grandchildren.

Pat is survived by her 3 sons: Brian Oleskowitz (Paula), Marc Oleskowitz (Carmen), and Adam Oleskowitz (Ashley); 5 grandchildren: Tyler, Matthew, Crew, Callie, and Charley; sister Joyce Myers, and beloved nieces and a nephew. She was predeceased by her infant son, Jon Oleskowitz.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, May 12, 2025, at 11 AM at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 601 E Delp Rd, Lancaster, PA 17601. The family will receive guests beginning at 10 AM. Private interment will be held at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial contributions in Pat’s name to Arthritis Foundation, arthritis.org, or Lancaster Catholic High School, www.lchsyes.org/.