Patrice M. Mills, 83, of Lakewood, formerly of Leisure Village West, Manchester Township, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 23, 2024, at her residence. Patrice, or Pat, as she was affectionately known, was a dedicated wife and homemaker who worked part-time as a secretary for various companies. Born in Scranton, PA, she resided in Oceanport and Manchester Township before relocating to Lakewood in 2022. Patrice was a parishioner of St. John’s Roman Catholic Church, Lakehurst. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband James in 2021 and her brother Joseph O’Brien. Patrice is survived by her sons Michael J. Mills and his wife, Sophia of Foxboro, MA, and Timothy J. Mills and his wife, Kate of Hillsborough, NJ and her three grandchildren Alexander (12), Tommy (11), and Andy (7).  She will be greatly missed. A Celebration of Life service will be held in the spring.