Pamela Mary Patenaude

Pamela Mary (Smith) Patenaude, 75, passed away on February 25, 2025, in New Bedford, Massachusetts, with her devoted husband of fifty-five years, Allen Patenaude, by her side. Born on December 10, 1949, to Olivia and Russell Smith in New Bedford, Pamela grew up alongside her siblings and cherished the memories of working together in their father's variety store. Pam was a dedicated nurse, working many years at Our Lady's Haven in Fairhaven, Dermatology Associates in Dartmouth, and later as pediatric nurse before retiring. She had a deep love for gardening, creating stunning flower beds and thriving vegetable and herb gardens. She also enjoyed crafting, singing, and photography. Summers spent in the White Mountains of New Hampshire were among her favorite times, as were visits to the beautiful beaches of New England with Allen. Pamela is survived by her husband, Allen; her children Christopher, Rebecca, and Russell and their families; her siblings Nancy and Luis Gaudette of New Hampshire, Elizabeth Smith Bochman, Marietta and Robert Taylor of Massachusetts, and Russell and Vicky Smith of Connecticut; as well as many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Trinity Lutheran Church, 16 Temple Place, Fairhaven, MA 02719. Fellowship will follow the service.