Ursula P. ‘Pat’ McNiff, the former owner of Pelham Travel, passed away on March 30, 2024, at the age of 94. She will be remembered as a beloved mother, grandmother, and community figure who left behind a legacy of warmth and kindness.

Early Life and Career

Born in Lowell, Massachusetts, on June 25, 1929, Ursula was the daughter of Manuel J. Spinney and Ursula G. Ritchie. She graduated from Lowell High School and married William E. McNiff in 1948. Together, they raised six children: Valerie, William Jr., Donald, Lisa, Mark, and Laurie. In addition to being a dedicated wife and mother, Ursula had a successful career as a manager at CVS. She started at the Merrimack Street store in Lowell and later moved to the