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Patricia Gaughan
April 17 1935 – February 27, 2026
90 years old
Patricia “Pat/Patty” passed away suddenly on 2-27-26 at Beth Israel Hospital in Needham. A friend, who she considered a niece, was by her side. She is predeceased by her sister Mildred and her brother Thomas. She was a lifelong Needham resident and had spent some of her younger years as a teacher. Her life was full of family and friends and many happy memories. Prior to losing her vision, she enjoyed knitting, reading, playing games and doing puzzles. She was sweet, had a wonderful sense of humor and loved to be with people.
A MASS OF Christian Burial will be held in St. Joseph Church, 1360 Highland Ave, Needham, on Friday, March 6th at 10am. Interment will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Needham.
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