Patricia A. Buchanan

Patricia A. (Brennan) Buchanan, 75, formerly of Robesonia, passed away on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at Sinking Spring, Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation. She was the loving wife to David K. Buchanan for over 27 years of marriage before his passing on October 27, 2016. Born in Pottsville, Patricia was the daughter of the late Joseph J. Brennan, and Mary (Melinick). She was a graduate of Minersville High School, class of 1966, and went on to work in the packaging department at Godiva, before her retirement.

Patricia is survived by her sons, George S. Kripas III, husband of Stacy, of Jacksonville, FL, Joseph J. Kripas, husband of Robin, of Palmyra, David F. Kripas, loving companion of Wendy Fisher, of Womelsdorf, her grandchildren, Ashlee Anderson, Justin Kripas, Lexie Kripas, Lucy Kripas, Alana Van Dyk, Aedan Kripas, and 2 great grandchildren. She is also survived by her step children, John R. Buchanan, of Richland, Lisa A. Buchanan of North Lebanon Township, James L. Buchanan, of Richland, and Jason L. Buchanan of Richland. In addition to her parents and husband David, Patricia is predeceased by her sister, Mary Ellen Henche. 

Services for Patricia will be held privately at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Patricias memory to The Humane Society, 1729 N. 11th StreetReading, PA 19604. Online guestbook and condolences may be made at www.beanfuneralhomes.com