Patricia Ann Miner, 88, of Litchfield, NH, passed away unexpectedly Monday February 13, 2023 in Manchester, NH. Patricia was born March 14, 1934 in Newark, NJ and was a daughter of the late William and Hazel (Stern) Mathes. She spent most of her life in Watchung and Toms River, NJ, and was a seasonal resident of Stuart, FL for 32 years. She relocated to NH in 2016 to live with family.
Patricia worked for the Prudential in Newark and later with Bell Laboratories in Murray Hill. She raised a family, then enjoyed retirement and grandchildren, and was a regular fixture at their sporting events and dance recitals.
Patricia is survived by her daughter, Leitha and Wade Reilly of Litchfield, NH, her son Martin and Kimberley Miner of Ridgefield, CT, and her five grandchildren, Ella Miner, Brooke Miner, Owen Reilly, Marshall Reilly and Calvin Reilly. She is also survived by her brother, Bill Mathes of Westfield, NJ, and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 47 years, Russell Miner in 2014, and two sisters, Mary Lou Holmes and Jean Mathes, as well as her first husband, Ed Rhodes.
Calling hours will be held Sunday February 19, 2023 from 1 to 3pm at the Peabody Funeral Homes and Crematorium, 290 Mammoth Rd., Londonderry, NH. Cremation will follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Friends of Island Beach State Park https://www.friendsofibsp.org or Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center https://www.floridaocean.org