Frances Lorraine "Patty" Veracka

Frances Lorraine “Patty” Veracka (1931-2025) Mother, Grandmother, Wife, and Friend

Patty Veracka, 93 years young, from Ft. Myers, FL and Cape Cod, MA, passed away peacefully in Middletown, MD on Wednesday, April 30th, 2025.

Patty, born in 1931 in Marlboro, MA, was the daughter of the late Ronald and Eva Estey. She is predeceased by her husband, John; and her brothers, Ronald, Jr. and Kenneth. Patty leaves behind three adult children, Adam (Debbie), Joanne (Frank), and Michael (Molly).

She graduated from Marlboro High School and soon met her future husband, John Veracka, from rival sports town Maynard, MA. Patty studied in Salem, MA and became a Licensed Practical Nurse. She held numerous challenging and different jobs as a young mother and wife. She loved being a nurse and caregiver; however, her fondest job was owning and managing Adam’s Terrace Gardens Inn with John in Centerville. After retiring full-time to Osterville and Ft. Myers, they eventually made Ft. Myers their forever home. Her favorite role was being “Grammy Pat” to Paul, Jon, and her new granddaughter-in-law, Bridget.

Patty became a golfing enthusiast under the tutelage of John. The competitive spirit in both made for lasting memories and many close friends both in MA and FL.

Patty was incredibly social throughout her life and always welcomed everyone into her home for a visit, a game of Canasta or Mahjong, or happy hour. She loved being surrounded by friends who would come by her home at all times of the day. Patty was known for her hospitality, spirit, and wit. She always loved a friendly banter with her friends, bragging about her family and asking many questions about her friends’ lives. She was an avid reader, followed Facebook regularly and was a tremendous fan of Judge Judy.

Patty will be interred alongside John in Massachusetts National Ceremony in the Fall of 2025. The family requests that grief for their mother's passing be transformed into love and peace toward others. Expressions of sympathy may be offered to the family at StaufferFuneralHome.com.