​Patricia (Dillon) Trudeau obituary: Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home, East Haven

Patricia (Dillon) Trudeau 70 of Branford passed away November 29, 2025 at St. Raphael Campus of Yale New Haven Hospital. She was born July 28, 1955 in New Haven to Nicholas Sr. and Ruth (Garrity) Dillon. Patricia is survived by her loving husband, Ernest Smith and her children; Clifford A. Trudeau (Amanda) of East Haven, Bridget Brockett (Dan) of East Haven and Kevin N. Trudeau (Renee) of Branford, four step-children; Rachel Zarnowski (Alex), Shannon O'Neill (Pete), Sean Smith (Katie), Jeremy Smith(Erica) and their children, along with her seven grandchildren she adored; Madeleine Trudeau, Justin Trudeau, Dillon Brockett, Matthew Trudeau, Brendan Trudeau, Samantha Trudeau and Jacob Trudeau. She is also survived by her sister, MaryJane Desenti of Guilford and numerous nieces/nephews.

Patricia is preceded in death by her parents, infant daughter, Corey Trudeau, a sister, Kathleen Bruce and a brother, Nicholas Dillon.

Born and raised in Fair Haven, she carried the heart of her hometown with her throughout her life. She spent many dedicated years working at City Printing and later at Martin Printing, where she was known for her strong work ethic, quick wit, and warm, familiar smile.

Proud of her Irish-American heritage, she celebrated her roots with joy and spirit — always ready with a bit of humor, a story, or a shamrock close by. A self-proclaimed professional Candy Crusher, she embraced life’s simple pleasures with enthusiasm, fun, and more than a little competitive flair.

Above all, she was a completely devoted Nana, pouring endless love into her family and her seven amazing grandchildren. They were her greatest joy and the source of her brightest smiles. Her legacy lives on in the laughter she inspired, the love she gave so freely, and the family she cherished beyond measure.

Family will receive friends on Friday December 5, 2025 from 4 PM until the time of service at 6:30 PM in the Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home (Clancy Funeral Home), 43 Kirkham Ave., East Haven. Burial will be private.