Patricia J. Sarson, 85, of Pinehurst Beach, formerly of Brockton, died peacefully

in her sleep on Friday, Sept. 18, after a battle with cancer. She was predeceased by her loving husband John "Jack" Sarson, a well-known sports figure from the Brockton area, who died in 2002.

Mrs. Sarson was the youngest child of the late William and Hannah (Burke) Clifford. Pat was a devoted wife, a loving mother, an energetic grandmother and great-grandmother. Her life revolved around her children, husband and their involvement in Brockton sports. After retiring to Wareham, her Pinehurst Beach community and St. Patrick's Church friends became her most wonderful support group. She will be remembered fondly for her generous heart, quick smile, and sparkling blue eyes!

She leaves behind her five children: John and Marguerite Sarson, of Marion, Jean Sarson, of East Bridgewater, Tom and Nancy Sarson, of Lewis Center, Ohio, Ruth and Matt Terry, of Katy, Texas, and Richard Sarson, of Atlanta, Georgia. She will be missed by her 10 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren and many loving nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Her funeral was held on Friday, Sept. 25 at 10:15 a.m. at the Wareham Village Funeral Home at 5 Center St., followed by her funeral Mass at 11 a.m. in Saint Patrick’s Church 82 High St. Burial followed the Mass at 12:45 pm in the Massachusetts National Cemetery, 1 Bennington Blvd. Bourne, Massachusetts. Visiting hours were held on Thursday, Sept. 24 from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. in the Wareham Village Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers donations in her memory may be sent to the Saint Patrick's Saint Vincent de Paul Society C/O of Saint Patrick’s Church 82 High Street, Wareham, MA 02571. To leave a message of condolence for the family please visit www.warehamvillagefuneralhome.com Arrangements by Wareham Village Funeral Home.