Patricia A Jennings
Patricia A Jennings, 73, of Nashua, New Hampshire, passed away peacefully on Sunday afternoon, July 19, 2026, surrounded by her loving family after a long battle with cancer.
The oldest of twelve children, she was born in Nashua on December 30,1952, a daughter of the late Richard A Jennings & Helen M (Gladson) Paquin. She was raised and educated in Nashua.
Patricia dedicated her life to her family and her friends. She was a hardworking employee who spent many years working at Bemis, Brockway, and Rexam in Nashua, where she formed lasting bonds with many of her colleagues.
Patricia’s greatest joy in life was her family. She was a proud and loving mother, a cherished grandmother, and a doting great-grandmother. Her home was always filled with warmth, laughter, and the beautiful items she created. An incredibly talented crafter, Patricia expressed her love through her beautiful quilts and intricate crochet work, pieces that her family and friends will treasure for generations.
Beyond her family, Patricia possessed a wonderful social spirit and shared an abundance of love with her many friends. She loved the excitement of Bingo nights, looked forward to lively trips to the casino, and deeply cherished going out to eat and sharing meals with her close friends and family. At home, she could often be found playing a competitive game of cribbage, a pastime she thoroughly enjoyed. Her warmth, generosity, and bright smile will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Patricia was welcomed into heaven by those who passed before her. She was predeceased by her beloved son, Michael W. (Jennings) Riley. She was also preceded in death by her parents Helen Marie (Gladson) Paquin, Richard A. Jennings Sr., Step mother and step father Nancy Jennings, and Edouard Paquin Sr., as well as her late siblings: Richard A. Jennings Jr. and his wife Anne, Barbara R. Lachance, Diane Trombly and her husband Stuart, Donald E. Jennings Sr., Maryann Paquin, William M. Jennings, Douglas E. Jennings, Derick Jennings, and nephew Nicholas Jennings.
She is survived by her loving children: Jeremy Jennings Sr., Melinda O’Halloran and her fiancé Timothy Quinn, with her adopted daughter Dawn Michaud-Piper and her husband Alan. Siblings: Ronald W. Jennings and his wife Linda, David J. Jennings, Edward Paquin and his wife Chrissy and sister-in-law Roxanne Jennings; her grandchildren, Courtney Jennings, Owen O’Halloran and his wife Tiera; great-grandchildren, Julian Benoit and Mia O’Halloran. She leaves behind a total legacy of five grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, an absolute abundance of loving nieces and nephews, many dear friends, and her exceptionally dear friend, Donna Labonville.
Patricia’s legacy lives on in the family she adored, the friendships she nurtured, and the countless lives she touched with her kindness, generosity, and unconditional love. She will be forever loved, forever remembered, and profoundly missed.
Calling hours will take place on Monday, July 27th, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua. Her funeral service be held on Tuesday, July 28th at 10:00 AM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her memory to a local cancer care charity or patient support program of your choice. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com