Patricia Rooney, widow of Steelers owner Dan Rooney, dies at 88

Patricia Rooney, widow of Steelers owner Dan Rooney, has passed away. She was 88 years old.

“My family and I mourn the passing of my mother, Patricia,” Steelers president Art Rooney II said in a statement released by the Steelers. “She helped raise nine children while supporting my father’s career with the Steelers and his tenure as Ambassador to Ireland. It is a sad day for our family.

“My mom meant so much not only to all of us in the family, but she gave so much of her time and energy to help those in need in the Pittsburgh community. She will leave a lasting impression on so many people and organizations in our area, especially the Salvation Army and many organizations on the north side of Pittsburgh, where my parents called home.

“We will celebrate her life and the memories we have of her during this difficult time for our family. We appreciate everyone with your thoughts and prayers. “

“Patricia was passionately devoted to her faith, to the wonderful family she and Dan raised and loved, to the Pittsburgh community and to the Steelers organization,” Commissioner Roger Goodell said in a statement. Associated press. “She was also one of the most passionate football fans you have ever met and very proud of the number of female fans around the world.”

Patricia and Dan Rooney were married in 1952. Dan Rooney died in 2017.

We extend our condolences to the Rooney family and the Steelers organization.