Boardman Spartans Coach Phillip R. Patti, 80, Passes Away Leaving Behind His Brother James

Afterward, he worked as a dedicated steelworker with US Steel/ McDonald Steel from 1967 until his retirement in 2015.

October 3, 2026

This article was last updated by Rohit Maharjan on October 3, 2026

Phillip R. Patti, who coached Freshman football and middle school football at Canfield, Boardman Spartans, and Kennedy Catholic, died on Thursday.

Known affectionately as “Big” Phil, he was a proud 1962 graduate of Girard High School, where he played football for the Indians.

He served his country honorably in the U.S. Army from 1964 to 1967.

Afterward, he worked as a dedicated steelworker with US Steel/ McDonald Steel from 1967 until his retirement in 2015.

Phil devoted 25 years to coaching football in the Valley. He was inducted into the Austintown/West Side Colts Hall of Fame and also coached Freshman football and middle school football at Canfield, Boardman Spartans, and Kennedy Catholic.

His most cherished years were spent coaching side-by-side with his nephew Frank at Canfield Middle School. Until his last days, he proudly spoke of his undefeated and unscorched record on the 1986 team.

Coach Phillip R. Patti Died, Leaving Everyone Devastated

According to , Coach Phillip R. Patti passed away on Thursday, September 25, 2026, at the age of 80.

However, the cause of death has not been revealed by his family.

Close ones and relatives have poured their heartfelt condolences and sent prayers to Phillip R. Patti’s family, encouraging them to stay strong during this difficult time.

Coach Phillip R. Patti passed away at the age of 80. (Source: National Catholic Reporter)

Phil will be buried with his wife, Joanne, at Green Haven Memorial Gardens. A graveside service will be held at a later date.

He will always be remembered for his unforgettable contributions as a coach. Rest in Heaven, Phillip R. Patti.

Phillip R. Patti’s Wife, Joanne Dama, Died In 2003

Coach Phillip R. Patti was to Joanne Dama on October 12, 1968.

Sadly, their married life ended after 35 years following the death of Joanne in 2003. Her exact cause of death has not been revealed yet.

They were blessed with a son named Philip, who passed away in 1995.

He leaves behind his brother, James (Jean); nephews, Frank and Jim (Carla); niece, Andrea (Jay) Skrobola; and brother-in-law, Richard.

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