Patricia A. (Adams) Nash

POLAND – Patricia A. (Adams) Nash, 87 passed away on Sunday, June 19, 2022, at the Hospice House in Auburn, with her loving family by her side. She was born Feb. 28, 1935, in Waterville, Maine, the daughter of the late Joseph and Beatrice (Farmer) Adams.Patricia was beloved for her continued dedication, time, and talent to make Poland, Maine a better community. She served the community of Poland in many capacities. She was an original member of the Poland rescue.Her community leadership positions included serving as health officer for over 40 years; dispatcher for 14 years; a member of the Board of Selectmen for nine years; and rescue chief for eight years. Other community participation included being a board member of many committees, including Advisory, Recreation Land Use; Budget, Charter Study, Zoning Update, Municipal Building Study, Old School House Restoration, Emergency Services Study, and Comprehensive Planning.The Poland Spring Preservation Society Board of Directors appointed her as Honorary Director for her unwavering support of their mission. She was also president of Life Springs, a group of volunteers who provide services to the elderly. Patricia worked as an emergency room nurse for many years.She was predeceased by her loving parents Joseph and Beatrice Adams, her devoted husband W. Ballard Nash Sr., and brothers, Ken Adams and Donald Adams.She is survived by her loving children. Daughter Karen Renard (David Tasaka) sons W. Ballard Nash Jr. (Luvon) and Michael Nash (Cheryl). Grandchildren Gina Anderson (Tim Anderson), Ethan Nash (Katerina Howland), Zachary Nash, and brother Joseph Adams Jr.Keeping with Patricia’s wishes there will be a memorial service on Thursday, June 23, 2022, in the Poland Spring All Souls Chapel, 37 Preservation Way, Poland at 11 a.m. Burial will be at the convenience of the family.For those unable to attend the services will be livestreamed via Patricia’s obituary page. Arrangements are under the care of Chandler Funeral Home and Cremation Services 26 W. Dwinal St Mechanic Falls. To make an online condolence please visit http://www.chandlerfunerals.com . In lieu of flowers, those wishing may make a donation in Patricia’s memory to the Bal and Pat Nash Memorial Scholarship for Healthcare fund http://www.nashhealthcarescholarship.com

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