Patricia Queeney

After a lifetime of service to God, family, friends Patricia Queeney died peacefully on February 20, 2024. She was 81 years old. Patricia was born on October 18, 1942, in Boston. She was a twin born to Elva and Joseph Calnan. Patricia was raised in Dorchester, where education was the main focus of the family. Patricia attended St Marks High School, and eventually attended Tufts University, where her path in life took a pointed turn.  Several students started a carpool from Dorchester and Milton, which made its way to Tufts.  This happens to be where she met the love of her life, Mr. John Queeney, who was another commuter.  For over 53 years they were each other's best friend, companion, international travel partner, and confidant on life's wonderful journey. 

Patricia’s professional career began at Emmanuel College, Carlson Sales, and eventually culminated with a position at the Stoneham Town Hall.  She also volunteered at the Stoneham Food Pantry, and the St. Patrick’s community dinner. She retired from the Stoneham Town Hall at 75 years old. When not at work at the Stoneham Town Hall Patricia loved to hang out with her twin sister and large circle of friends deemed "The Men of The North". Patricia enjoyed playing tennis, reading, and walking with her best friends from Wilson Road. Patricia and John raised and educated their two daughters, Lisa Manning and Beth Jackson. Patricia was pre-deceased by her beloved twin sister Margaret Jenkins. Patricia leaves her children, Lisa Manning of Swampscott and Beth Jackson of Wakefield; Her sons in law Leonard Jackson of Wakefield and Jeff Manning of Swampscott; her grandchildren, Morgan Jackson, John Manning, and Cole Manning. 

Family and friends will honor and remember Patricia’s life by gathering at her wake and funeral. The wake will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 27th at McDonald-Finnegan Funeral Home located at 322 Main St, Stoneham MA. The Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, February 27th at Saint Patrick's Parish, 71 Central Street, Stoneham, MA at 10 am. Burial to follow at Saint Patrick's Cemetery. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials in her name may be made to SACS Food Pantry, 9 Gerry Street, Stoneham MA, 02180 or St Patrick's Parish, 71 Central Street, Stoneham MA 02180.