MOHAWK-Patricia B. (Biasini) Keddell, age 65, of 9004 Waterway Ct., Miamisburg, OH passed away on Friday, October 2, 2009 after a courageous battle with cancer. Her passing occurred at the Hospice of Dayton facility in Dayton, Ohio with the love and support of her entire family at her side. Born on April 24, 1944 in Herkimer, NY, Pat was the daughter of Stanley and Mary (Vesp) Biasini. Raised and educated in Mohawk, NY, she was a 1962 graduate of Mohawk High School. On October 10, 1964, Pat married James Keddell with whom she shared 45 memorable years. Pat was a long-time resident of Mohawk, NY and spent most of her career with the Mohawk School District as an aide at the high school and secretary to the principal at Fisher Elementary. But above all else, Pat felt blessed for being part of such a large, loving family. Her husband, children, and grandchildren were in the center of her heart and they motivated her soul. She was happiest when she was surrounded by her loved ones, and they will cherish all the special ways she showed her love. Pat’s number one priority was her family, and she took an active interest in all their lives. A true sports enthusiast, she was a dedicated “cheerleader” for all of her children and grandchildren’s many activities. During her spare time, she loved to crochet and knit and made many blankets and shawls of love. For the past three years, she even used her talents as part of the Prayer Shawl Ministry at St. Albert the Great Parish in Kettering, OH. She was also blessed with many wonderful friends who enriched her life, and it would be Pat’s wish that you appreciate your closeness to her and remember a special moment shared with her. She engaged in the battle of her life the past five and a half years, especially the past year, with strength and courage. The family is grateful to Dr. James Sabiers, the staff of Dayton Physicians - Hematology & Oncology, and all the wonderful caregivers that were part of her medical team inspiring Pat to endure. They also would like to extend a genuine thank-you to the personnel of Hospice of Dayton, who helped Pat and her family, by providing peace, comfort and professionalism during a difficult time. Pat is survived by her husband, Jim; her six children, Colleen and Gil DeStefano of Chadwicks, NY, Teresa and Randy Frank of Centerville, OH, Kathie and Scott Welch of Kettering, OH, Andrea and Joe Heintz of Port Charlotte, FL, James Keddell, Jr. and Christine Begandy of Macedon, NY, and Brenda Ferguson of Marengo, OH and 16 grandchildren, Nicole, Jacob, Joseph, Hannah, Vincent, Dominic and Thomas DeStefano, Cory, Kevin, Justin, and Jared Frank, Nathaniel, Christina, and Nicholas Welch, Zachary Keddell, and Marlese Ferguson. She is also survived by her brother and sister-in-law, Stanley and Rose Biasini of Mohawk, NY; her sister and brother-in-law, Josephine and Chuck Van Horn of Sprague River, OR; in-laws, Lorita Keddell of Johnstown, NY, Sister Margaret Keddell of Albany, NY, Jean Maneen of Ilion, NY, Barbara Griffin of Ilion, NY, Paul and June Keddell of Poquoson, VA, Pete and Deb Keddell of Morrisville, NC, Mary Patelos of Loudonville, NY, and Ken and Fran Keddell of Little Falls, NY; several nieces, nephews, and cousins; and many friends. She also leaves her loyal canine friend Daisy, who spent many hours laying on her lap and comforting her for the past three years. The family will be present in the Enea Family Funeral Home, 4309 Acme Rd., between Ilion and Frankfort, 894-8000 to receive relatives and friends on Thursday, October 8 from 5-8 p.m. Pat’s funeral service will take place on Friday, October 9 at 11:00 a.m. at Blessed Sacrament in Mohawk where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Father Mark Cunningham, Sacramental Minister assisted by Sister Mary Jo Tallman, Parish Life Director. Procession will follow to Armory Hill Cemetery, Ilion where she will be laid to rest. For those wishing to do so, memorial contributions in Pat’s name may be made to the American Cancer Society or Hospice of Dayton.