Patricia F. McGlinn, 81, of Wilmington, DE passed away on Monday, March 10, 2025. Born in Philadelphia, PA on January 2, 1944, she was the daughter of the late John and Frances Burke Gillespie.

Patricia obtained her M.S. in Pastoral Counseling and was a licensed practical nurse. She had a fulfilling career as the Director of Managed Care Services at the Oblates of St. Francis de Sales, where she served for many years prior to her retirement. Patricia's compassion extended beyond her professional life; she had been a devoted Eucharistic Minister at her church and also led a support group for the Arthritis Foundation, offering comfort and guidance to those in need.

Survivors include her sons, Chuck McGlinn (Karen), Sean McGlinn (Melissa), Tom McGlinn; her daughter, Patty Rochon (Bobby); grandchildren, Kathleen, Sarah, Meghan, Reilly, Kaitlyn, Aidan, Madilyn, Beth (Chaz), and Laura; and great-grandchildren, Connor, Adelyn, and Teagan.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Rev. Thomas Gillespie, John Gillespie, James Gillespie, Anna Fitzgerald, Francis Gillespie, and Gerald Gillespie.

Memorial Mass will be held 11 AM, Friday, March 21, 2025 at Holy Eucharist Church, 344 Kresson Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Rheumatoid Arthritis Foundation at 8815 Conroy Windermere Road, Suite 309, Orlando, FL 32835.