Patricia Ann (Haynes) Allen, born January 5, 1936, in Chicago, Illinois, passed away surrounded by and loved by family April 16, 2026, at her home in New Port Richey. She was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother and friend, remembered with great affection and respect by all who knew her.

She was known for her gentle nature, always giving her time to listen and support those in her life. Her love for her family was evident in every moment she endeavored to spend with them, always seeking ways to help and nurture through practice life skills and heartfelt lessons.

Patricia started her career as a dispatcher for ADT in Chicago where she worked for 5 years. She then moved with her family to Tarpon Springs, Florida. They purchased Rainbow Motel and operated that for 30 plus years. She also had a 32-year career with the Tarpon Springs Police Department as secretary to several Chiefs.

After a few years of retirement, she met the love of her life Gary Allen. They were married in 2005 and have been making memories ever since. They bought a camper and traveled around the United States, Canada and Alaska.

Patricia was a faithful member of Saint Ignatius Catholic Church in Tarpon Springs. Her life was defined by her faith as well as her unwavering dedication to her family.

Patricia was preceded in death by her parents James and Grace Driscoll, her late husband James Haynes, her son Jimmy Haynes and her great granddaughter Kaylie Brooke.

Patricia leaves behind an enduring legacy of love and dedication that lives through her children, Robert (Roxane) Haynes, Pamela (John) Mazenis, Sharon (Harry) Leonard, Dale (Kristin) Allen and Jill (Tom) Thordarson; brother Richard (Mary Ann) Driscoll; her grandchildren, Danal (John) Jacobs, Melanie (Chuck) Sigman, Jason (Krissy) Leonard, Jennifer Haynes (Ron Scott), Stephanie (Rick) Reasor, Trevor Allen, Chelsea Thordarson and Katelyn Thordarson; her 14 great-grandchildren and 9 great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Per Patricia’s request, there will not be any services held. There will be a Celebration of Life held in the near future.