Patricia Mauriello Santoemma, 77, of North Haven, passed away on Friday, May 30, 2014 at her home. She was the wife of Daniel Santoemma, Jr.  Patricia was born in New Haven on May 24, 1937; daughter of the late Ralph and Mary Mongillo Mauriello; was a graduate of North Haven High School; had worked for the former Rapid Motor Lines, New Haven Savings Bank and later at CHCP, Long Wharf until her retirement.  Patricia was a motorcycle enthusiast and was a member of the Blue Knights Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club.  Most of all, she loved her grandchildren unconditionally and they brought her so much happiness.  Mother of Steven (Martha) Santoemma and Estelle (Carl V.) Marchitto.  Grandmother of Sydney & Marisa Santoemma, Anthony, Daniela, Vincent, Mariana, Teresa and Carly Marchitto.  Also survived by many nieces and nephews.  Predeceased by her sister Teresa DeCilla.

 Her funeral procession will leave the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue, Tuesday morning at 9:30.  A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, Hamden at 10:00.  Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery.  The visiting hours will be Monday from 5 to 8 pm.