Patricia A. Pike, 88

MEREDITH — Patricia A. Pike, 88, of Parade Road, passed away on Feb. 16, 2024, at the Forestview Manor in Meredith.

She was born on Dec. 19, 1935, in Plymouth, the daughter of Edward and Annie (Merchant) Potter.

In Pat's younger years, she worked at Potters Restaurant, owned by her parents in Plymouth, then began her decades-long career with New England Telephone & Telegraph and became the first female tester for linemen and installers during her career, then finally retiring from Verizon. She enjoyed staying busy even in her retirement with family and volunteering her time with local charities. She enjoyed gardening, both flowers and vegetables, and loved ice cream anytime.

Patricia is survived by her daughter Bonnie Greeley and her husband Bill of Laconia, grandchildren Jeremy Greeley and wife Aimee of Lebanon, Kyle Shute of Hooksett, five great-grandchildren, Dylan Heath and wife Kelsey, Carter Segalini and Gabby (fiancé), Brooklyn Kelly, Nora Greeley, Bryn Greeley and several nieces. In addition to her parents, Patricia is predeceased by daughter Terri Shute, grandchild Tricia Heath, brothers, Edward Potter Jr., Delbert Potter and Francis Potter and her sister Helen Knowlton.

Per her wishes, there will be no services.

The family wishes to extend a heartfelt thank you to the entire staff at the Forestview Manor for their care and compassion.

Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services/603Cremations.com, 164 Pleasant St., Laconia, is assisting the family with arrangements. For more information and to view an online memorial, visit wilkinsonbeane.com.