Pasquale R. “Patsy” Bisceglia, 78, of Auburn, a Retired Worcester Firefighter died Monday June 19, 2017 in his home with his loving wife by his side after a short illness.

Patsy was born in Worcester son of the late Matthew and Anna P. (Caforio) Bisceglia. He graduated from Worcester Boys Trade School in 1958 and attended the former Worcester Junior College.

He served his county proudly with the United States Navy on the USS Willis A. Lee, prior to joining the Worcester Fire Department where he worked for 28 years.

He leaves his wife of 37 years, Joan A. (Weagle) Bisceglia; a step-son, Brian J. Belanger, whom he raised, three daughters, Alaina Bisceglia, Tara Maguire and Lynn Bisceglia Raffa; seven grandchildren and Close friends, Jonathan Gabriel, Roger “Skip” Fyrbeck and Robert Wheeler. He also leaves his beloved German Shepard Sasha.

Patsy enjoyed being around classic cars and visiting cruise nights throughout Worcester County. He enjoyed watching all the Red Sox and Patriots games. He also loved to travel when he was able to do so. He was a lifetime member of the Disabled American Veterans, a member of the Worcester Fireman’s Relief; a member of the Worcester Retired Police and Firefighters Association.

Calling hours for Patsy will be on Wednesday June 21, 2017 from 4-7 pm in the BRITTON-WALLACE FUNERAL HOME, 91 Central St, Auburn. A service honoring his life will be on Thursday in the funeral home at 11:00 am. Burial with military honors will be in Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton