Patricia Ann Liptock, 88, died Dec. 16, 2025, at Holy Family Manor, Bethlehem, where she lived for many years.

Born in the Lehigh Valley, Patricia graduated from Liberty HS and East Stroudsburg State Teachers College, now known as East Stroudsburg University, where she earned a teaching degree in physical education. She later received her master’s degree in guidance from Lehigh University.

After leaving education, Patricia settled in the Poconos, where she became co-owner, with her dear friend Teresa Sullivan, of the Pocono Deli in Mountainhome.

Donations may be made to the Greater Pennsylvania Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association.

Arrangements were made by James Funeral Home.