Patricia Millard

1949 - 2026

Patricia “Pat” McCarthy Millard, 76, passed away peacefully at home on hospice care after a courageous battle with cancer on March 20, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones.

Born on April 20, 1949, in Charlestown, Massachusetts, Pat was the beloved daughter of John F. McCarthy and Lillian Mary (Twombly) McCarthy. She later made her home in Everett, where she built a life rooted in family, strength, and unwavering dedication.

Pat attended school for Typography and went on to spend much of her career as a bookkeeper. She also worked for the City of Everett in the Auditor’s Office, where she was responsible for municipal payroll until her retirement.

Pat was the devoted wife of her late husband, Charles A Millard Sr, who passed away in June 2024. Together they built a life centered around family, love, and loyalty, sharing a bond that carried through every chapter of their lives.

Pat was a fiercely independent woman with a strong and unmistakable personality. She was tough, resilient, and never one to tolerate nonsense — but to her family, she was soft, deeply loving, and unwaveringly devoted. She loved fiercely and protected those closest to her with everything she had.

She is survived by her loving son Charles A. Millard Jr and her daughter Kathleen Murphy (née Millard). She was the cherished and adored grandmother of Ashley Zizzo (née Millard), Michele Howe (née Millard), James Millard, Michael Millard, Paul Millard, Angel Millard, Austin Millard, and Dawson Gaudet. She was the beloved great-grandmother of Aydan Zizzo, Emma Zizzo, Willow Spolsino-Millard, and soon-to-be Atlas Sweeney. She also leaves behind her grandson-in-law, Anthony Zizzo, whom she loved dearly.

Her presence, strength, and unwavering love will never be forgotten.

Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend visiting hours at the JF Ward Funeral Home, 772 Broadway, Everett, on Tuesday, March 24th from 4 pm to 7 pm. Her funeral will be held from the funeral home on Wednesday, March 25th at 9 am, followed by a Funeral Mass in Immaculate Conception Church, 487 Broadway, Everett, at 10 am. Services will conclude with interment in Puritan Lawn Cemetery, Peabody,