Patricia Van Deursen

With Heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Patricia M. Van Deursen, nee Mattosz, our beloved wife, mother, and grandmother who left us on March 6, 2025.  After facing some health struggles, with the same strength and stubbornness that she was known for, she passed surrounded by her family.

She will be deeply missed not only for her quick sarcasm that kept all of us on our toes but also for the warmth she brought into our lives.  Her kitchen was her happy place where she filled our hearts and bellies with comfort.  Whether offering a joke or a warm meal she had a way of making moments entertaining.  We will all miss her competitive spirit during card games.  We will forever look at three aces and smile.

Patricia was the owner/operator of Sandwiches, Etc in the industrial park of Steger  offering amazing lunch and conversation to her loyal customers for many years.

She leaves behind her loving husband Dale, son Dale Jr. (Diane), daughter Dawn (John) Dworak, and grandchildren Sarah, Chase, and Jay along with cherished memories, well worn decks of cards and echoes of laughter that will stay with us always.

She was preceded in death by her parents Victor and Mary Mattosz and her sister the late Sandy (late Mike) Manes.

A celebration of her life will be held at a later date where we will honor her legacy the way she would have wanted by sharing stories, love, and perhaps a bit of sarcasm in her honor.