1931 - 2025
Visitation
March 7, 20259:30-10:30 AM
St. Mary Church, Chelmsford, MA
Funeral
March 7, 202511:00 AM
St. Mary Church, Chelmsford, MA
Patricia C. Swenson
Loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend
Patricia (Tansey) Swenson, 93, a lifelong resident of Chelmsford peacefully passed away surrounded by family on March 1, 2025. She was born in Lowell, Massachusetts June 4, 1931, the daughter of John Patrick Tansey and Eva (Leblanc) Tansey. She was educated in Chelmsford schools and graduated from Keith Hall in 1948.
She was the devoted wife of John Swenson for 42 years, who predeceased her on June 25, 1995. Patricia was primarily a homemaker and valued her time with her family. She was the loving Nana to her family and friends and was admired for her strength, faith and independence. She enjoyed sewing, traveling, and reading. Later in her life she enjoyed Senior bingo, swimming, and bowling.
Patricia is survived by her daughter Patricia O’Brien, her son John A. Swenson Jr. and his wife Susan, and her sister Mary Hoyt. She was predeceased by her brother James Tansey, her daughter Joanne Peaslee and her son-in law Richard J. O’Brien. Patricia has six grandchildren, Richard, Rachel, John, Jenna, Brad and Anna. And five great grandchildren: Hunter, Madeleine, Cole, Wes and Ari.
Visiting hours will be Friday from 9:30am to 10:30am at St. Mary Church, Chelmsford, followed by a Funeral Mass at 11am. A burial service will follow the funeral mass at Pine Ridge Cemetery in
Chelmsford. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to Paul Center for Learning & Recreation at 39 Concord Rd. Chelmsford MA 01824. ARRANGEMENTS BY DOLAN FUNERAL HOME 978-251-4041. Guestbook at www.dolanfuneralhome.com
Patricia Jamros
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Dear Mary and Swenson Family…
My sincere condolences on the loss of Patricia.
Sending prayers for comfort during this time.
May she rest in Eternal Light.
Pat Jamros
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Patricia Jamros
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Dear Mary and Swenson Family…
My sincere condolences on the loss of Patricia.
Sending prayers for comfort during this time.
May she Rest in Peace.
Pat Jamros
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Chrissy Callahan
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Rest in peace Auntie Pat. Give Mom a hug and kiss for me and say hi to Keith and Joe
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Peg Gay
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The Swenson Family and Aunt Mary, I truly sorry to hear of Pat’s passing. I always enjoyed seeing her at the Callahan togethers. Prayers are with all of you. Peg Gay
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The Comins Family
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Faith and family. Rest in peace Mrs Swenson. Your home was always open to me and as time passed, my children. As teens we enjoyed your hospitality (and produce). You and Mr Swenson provided many hours of good clean fun at Swenson’s pool. As years passed, I enjoyed and learned from our chats. Your down to earth talks were often what we all needed as we aged into the various stages of adulthood. Your strength was always visible but never more so than this past year. You leave a special mark in the hearts of all who had the honor of knowing you. Love Carol,Todd and family
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Helen Furey
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John, Susan and the Swenson family .
My sincere condolences. May you find comfort in all the beautiful memories.
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Gail Biggar Bartlett
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Dear Patty, I am so sorry for you and your family with the death of your Mom. A truly sad time for you. Memories are a welcome loving relief and there are so many.
Take care. Thinking of you
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Jim Hamilton
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Dear Swenson family,
We send our sincere condolences. I hope your memories of Patricia bring comfort at this time. We are thinking of you. Jim and Susan Hamilton
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Kathy & Dennis Stott
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So sorry to hear of Pats passing today. Sending love to all the Swenson family and Aunt Mary.
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Sue & Charlie Hillman
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John & Susie & Family: We just today heard the news of your Mom passing. Please know that we hold all of you in our hearts and prayers.
Much love, Sue & Charlie
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Bob Siebert
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So sorry to hear about your Mom. My condolences to the family. May your Mom RIP.
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