Patricia Jordan (left), with her daughter, Amy Schwartz

Patricia Jordan, 86, of Hopkinton passed away unexpectedly at her home on July 7, 2025. Born in Lynn, she was the daughter of the late Mildred (Symonds) and Edward Foley. She was the wife of almost 30 years to Hugh Carrington Jordan, who lost a battle to cancer in 1993. Pat and Hugh were married in Lynchburg, Virginia, and lived for many years in Auburn, New York. Pat relocated to Massachusetts in 2008 upon the birth of her first grandchild. Pat was adored by her younger siblings, the late Edward Henry Foley III and Bette Lee Foley-Flynn.

Pat’s bond with her daughter, Amy Jordan Schwartz, was unbreakably strong, as they were best friends for the entirety of Amy’s life. Tragically, that bond, mixed with sorrow and sadness, led to the unimaginable, as Amy tragically passed away unexpectedly a mere four days after her beloved mother.

Patricia was known as Mom, Pat, Sis and Patsy to her loved ones. Over the past 21 years, Pat was lucky enough to spend much of her time with friends and their children. She was lovingly known as JJ, Nana J and Nannie to countless children in her life and throughout Hopkinton.

Pat is survived by her sister, Bette Lee Foley-Flynn, and Bette’s husband, Dan Flynn. She also leaves her nephew Will Karle, as well as Will’s wife, Laura, and their young son, Nicholas. Pat’s legacy also will continue to live in her son-in-law, Jonathan Schwartz of Hopkinton, and her two beloved grandchildren, Lilly and Jake Schwartz.

Visitation for Patricia Jordan and Amy Jordan Schwartz will be held Thursday, July 17, from 3-7 p.m. at Chesmore Funeral Home of Hopkinton.

In lieu of flowers, friends have started a GoFundMe campaign (gofund.me/fa22ecae) to support the family during this incredibly tough time and to honor the memory of Amy. Funds raised will support Lilly and Jake’s college fund as well as local charities and causes close to Amy’s heart.

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