THE CLASS OF 1963 DECEASED
Beginning with the tragic automobile accident in Princeton, New Jersey that claimed the life of Jim Kokoskie at age 23 on June 3, 1968, the Nashua High School class of 1963 is known to have lost at least 87 members (26.8% of our graduating class of 324), plus 6 Near Grads. We honor each of them by dedicating this page in their memory. Where information is known about their lives prior to their passing, or if we have obtained their obituary, we have included excerpts.
Deceased Classmates and Near Grads are listed alphabetically by last name (maiden name for ladies).
NOTE: There may be additional classmates who have passed away that we are not aware of. If anyone viewing this page is aware of any NHS-1963 Classmate or Near Grad who has passed away but is not listed below, please send me (Steve Doris) an email with as much information as you know (date of death, obituary, and whatever else you may be able to share). To send Steve an email, just click (or tap) on the icon below.
NOTE: There may be additional classmates who have passed away that we are not aware of. If anyone viewing this page is aware of any NHS-1963 Classmate or Near Grad who has passed away but is not listed below, please send me (Steve Doris) an email with as much information as you know (date of death, obituary, and whatever else you may be able to share). To send Steve an email, just click (or tap) on the icon below.
JOSEPH ADAMONIS
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OBITUARY - None planned for now.
We do know that Joe contracted Parkinson's Disease a year or so ago and passed away in a nursing home on October 30, 2024. |
JOY (ANDREWS) WHITE
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OBITUARY - Joy R. (Andrews) White, 66, died December 29, 2010, at her residence in Bedford. She was born in Nashua on September 18, 1944 to Anthony and Beatrice (Mallette) Andrews. She was a resident of Bedford for the past several years. Prior to her retirement, she was employed as a credit and collections manager for Barnes & Noble Book Store. She also worked for 20 years in collections and credit at Heinemenn Publishing Co. She enjoyed gardening, reading, biographies and dancing.
Members of her family include her son, John D. White of Amherst, two grandchildren; three brothers, Donald Andrews of Weare, Robert Andrews and Dana Andrews, both of Framingmam, Mass; sister Sheila Andrews of California; several nieces and nephews. |
REMY BARDE
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Remy Barde, age 29, died on October 30, 1972. Remy was a US Navy veteran and he served in Vietnam.
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OBITUARY - Lucie Marlene “Lanie” Beebe, age 78, of Bondurant, Wyoming died on January 4, 2024, in Jackson, WY. A life-long artist, who worked with pottery, pen and ink sketching and watercolor paints, “Lanie” has a great love of nature and a great sense of humor. She designed and built unique homes for herself in Santa Fe, NM, Startup, WA and Bondurant, WY. She graduated from Nashua High School, Colby-Sawyer College, and with an art degree from UNH, all schools in New Hampshire. She was predeceased by her parents, Charles and Lucie Beebe of Hollis, NH, her older brother, Curt Beebe, MD of Santa Monica, CA and her husband, Edward Fiset, a nuclear physicist from Seattle, WA. “Lanie” is survived by an older brother, Mike Beebe of Lyndeborough, NH, two nieces, Lisa Law and Suki Carey, two nephews, Roger and Daniel Beebe, and a sister-in-law Sandra Beebe. In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to NAMI.org (the National Alliance for Mental Illness). Arrangements are in care of Grand Teton Funeral Home, Jackson, WY. A memorial service will be held in the spring, a date to be announced later. |
RONALD BOYCE
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OBITUARY - Ronald A. Boyce, 79, of Nashua, passed away on Friday, December 8, 2023. Born on April 20, 1944 in Nashua, NH, he was the son of the late Arthur and Marguerite (Lee) Boyce. Ronald was a lifelong Nashua resident and graduated from Nashua High School in 1963. In 1965, he joined the United States Air Force and served his country until he was honorably discharged in 1968. In 1985, he started his career in real estate after taking numerous online courses, eventually becoming owner/broker of Century 21 Cardinal and later Century 21 Fawn Realty. Ronald was a member of the American Legion, Club National and the Lafayette Club. He loved spending time with his family and two cats Felix and Jenny, golfing, thoroughbred racing, fantasy football, a friendly game of poker, and rooting for the Boston Red Sox and Patriots.
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He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years Andrea A. Boyce; son Robert K. Boyce and his wife Kimberly; sister Cynthia L. Boyce; brother-in-law William McBain and his wife Diane; sister-in-law Karen Dill and her husband James; grandchildren Connor J. Boyce and Jordyn M. Boyce; nieces and nephews Kelly Tarbox, Candace Gordon, Katherine Anderson, Matthew Dill, Danielle Lewis, Holly Debolli, William McBain Jr., Jeffrey McBain, Michael McBain and Christy Street. In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his brother William Roberts. A Visitation will be held Saturday, December 16, 2023 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Zis-Sweeney & St. Laurent Funeral Home, 26 Kinsley Street, Nashua, NH with a Service to begin at 5:30 PM. A burial will occur Tuesday, December 19, 2023 at 1:00 PM at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery, 110 Daniel Webster Highway, Boscawen, NH.
RANDY BRACCI
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OBITUARY - A special shining light in our lives went out on June 29th with the passing of Randall “Randy” Bracci. He passed peacefully with his family. Randy was the oldest of two children born to Aldo and Ida Bracci. He was born on March, 2, 1944 in Haverhill, MA. From his parents, aunts, uncles, and cousins in Haverhill he grew to love and have great pride in his Italian ancestry. The Braccis relocated to Nashua in the early 1950s where they settled on Broad Street.
From an early age Randy was precocious, gregarious, and entertaining. A bundle of energy and born leader to his countless friends. |
As he aged, his athletic ability, determination, and competitiveness became apparent. He was outstanding in football, basketball and baseball. His first Biddy Basketball coach was advised to select Randy to insure a good team. Doing so, Randy proceeded to score 71 points to lead his team. In an era of Nashua High great football excellence, Randy was a star all-around player and valuable teammate. He would go on to excel in sports and coaching throughout his life. From an early age, Randy had a passion for speed, cars, and motorcycles. He especially liked corvettes of which he owned several. Randy was a proud member of the Corvette club, and prize gem was his 1963, Vida Blue Vette that boasted tricked out chrome work and took home several first place awards in car shows around New England.
Randy enjoyed traveling with his first and second wives and friends. He discovered the west coast of Mexico before development of the Mayan Riviera. Interest in motorcycles resulted in annual trips to Bike Week in Loudon, to Daytona Beach for races, and countrywide scenic rides both alone and with groups. He had much of the spirit of Ernest Hemingway as the Florida’s Key West was a favorite place to “Hang out”. Perhaps his favorite spot for that pastime was Provincetown on Cape Cod. His greatest pastime was spending time with his three Children, Jessica, Jared and Gina. He had a love for teaching kids about sports and how to be a team player: and mostly, never to judge, but to be curious. A favorite pastime was to take the family skiing in the White Mountains, particularly, Black Mountain, where he would teach his children how to ski from a very early age. Randy possessed the special skill of patience and calmness with all kids, no matter what their skill level was. Perhaps his greatest ability was instilling confidence in others as they learned at their own pace.
Selective Service soon came calling, so Randy enlisted in the U.S. Army where he served as the Crew Chief in the 101 First Air Born Division during the Vietnam War. After Nashua High and during his Army basic training, he married his longtime childhood sweetheart and love of his life, Susan Bellavance. They had three children, Jessica (Mrs. Scott Waters), Jared, who survive him, and Gina, who was predeceased in October 2010. Honorably discharged, Randy joined his father working at New Hampshire Plating in Merrimack. With his keen intellect and strong work effort, Randy quickly mastered the skills necessary for great success. He was blessed with the ability to relate to people from every strata of life. Whether it was a company CEO, custodian, country club member, or guy off the street, everyone knew and loved Randy. In addition to the company’s industrial business, Randy developed a interesting and very active sideline, Himself at the time, a motorcycle enthusiast, he found a way to chrome plate virtually every part of a motorcycle. Needless to say, his Harley Davison sparkled beyond comparison and descriptio Randy moved on to work for his brothers-in-law, Joe and Sam Bellavance, at Bellavance Beverage Company. For many years, Randy supervised the company’s warehouse and daily delivery of product. Randy spoke highly of his experience there, his employers and coworkers.
Before fully retiring, Randy put to use his vast motorcycle knowledge working at RJ’S Motorcycles.
After divorce, in time found love again. He married Judy Higgins, also a motorcycles enthusiast. Judy passed away earlier this year on March, 28, 2024.
There will be a full Military Service honoring Randall, on August 22, 2024 at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery in Boscawen, NH at 11:00 am. In addition, a Mass will be held in his honor at the Saint Teresa’s Parish in Rye NH on Oct 27, 2024 at 10 am.
Randy enjoyed traveling with his first and second wives and friends. He discovered the west coast of Mexico before development of the Mayan Riviera. Interest in motorcycles resulted in annual trips to Bike Week in Loudon, to Daytona Beach for races, and countrywide scenic rides both alone and with groups. He had much of the spirit of Ernest Hemingway as the Florida’s Key West was a favorite place to “Hang out”. Perhaps his favorite spot for that pastime was Provincetown on Cape Cod. His greatest pastime was spending time with his three Children, Jessica, Jared and Gina. He had a love for teaching kids about sports and how to be a team player: and mostly, never to judge, but to be curious. A favorite pastime was to take the family skiing in the White Mountains, particularly, Black Mountain, where he would teach his children how to ski from a very early age. Randy possessed the special skill of patience and calmness with all kids, no matter what their skill level was. Perhaps his greatest ability was instilling confidence in others as they learned at their own pace.
Selective Service soon came calling, so Randy enlisted in the U.S. Army where he served as the Crew Chief in the 101 First Air Born Division during the Vietnam War. After Nashua High and during his Army basic training, he married his longtime childhood sweetheart and love of his life, Susan Bellavance. They had three children, Jessica (Mrs. Scott Waters), Jared, who survive him, and Gina, who was predeceased in October 2010. Honorably discharged, Randy joined his father working at New Hampshire Plating in Merrimack. With his keen intellect and strong work effort, Randy quickly mastered the skills necessary for great success. He was blessed with the ability to relate to people from every strata of life. Whether it was a company CEO, custodian, country club member, or guy off the street, everyone knew and loved Randy. In addition to the company’s industrial business, Randy developed a interesting and very active sideline, Himself at the time, a motorcycle enthusiast, he found a way to chrome plate virtually every part of a motorcycle. Needless to say, his Harley Davison sparkled beyond comparison and descriptio Randy moved on to work for his brothers-in-law, Joe and Sam Bellavance, at Bellavance Beverage Company. For many years, Randy supervised the company’s warehouse and daily delivery of product. Randy spoke highly of his experience there, his employers and coworkers.
Before fully retiring, Randy put to use his vast motorcycle knowledge working at RJ’S Motorcycles.
After divorce, in time found love again. He married Judy Higgins, also a motorcycles enthusiast. Judy passed away earlier this year on March, 28, 2024.
There will be a full Military Service honoring Randall, on August 22, 2024 at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery in Boscawen, NH at 11:00 am. In addition, a Mass will be held in his honor at the Saint Teresa’s Parish in Rye NH on Oct 27, 2024 at 10 am.
DAVID BRANDT
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OBITUARY - David H. Brandt, 59, formerly of Nashua and most recently a resident of the NH Veteran's Home in Tilton, died Thursday morning, August 19, 2004, at Franklin Regional Hospital, of complications resulting from brain damage sustained in an automobile accident on December 5, 1975. Mr. Brandt was born January 31, 1945, in Framingham, Mass., son of Ilene (Stelley) Brandt of Nashua and the late Richard Harry Brandt.
He will be remembered for his sense of humor, love of life and beautiful smile. Mt. Brandt was an Army veteran of the Vietnam era. While stationed in Germany, he was able to travel extensively throughout Europe. He was a member of the Unitarian-Universalist Church of Nashua. |
Mr. Brandt graduated from Manchester Memorial High School in 1963. He attended American University in Washington, D.C. Orange Coast Junior College in Costa Mesa, California, and Humboldt State University in Arcata, California and gradfated with a bachelor's degree in sociology.
Besides his mother, survivors include a brother and sister-in law, R. Allen and Jill Brandt of North Hampton; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Carolyn and Gary Crittendon of Hudson and Leslie Brandt of Shirley, Long Island, NY; two nephews, Jamie G and Ryan Brandt, both of San Francisco; and numerous caregivers he had throughout the years who cared for him and gave him dignity.
Besides his mother, survivors include a brother and sister-in law, R. Allen and Jill Brandt of North Hampton; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Carolyn and Gary Crittendon of Hudson and Leslie Brandt of Shirley, Long Island, NY; two nephews, Jamie G and Ryan Brandt, both of San Francisco; and numerous caregivers he had throughout the years who cared for him and gave him dignity.
CAROL (BERUBE) PAVOLAITIS
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OBITUARY Carol M. (Berube) Pavolaitis, 68, longtime resident of Milford, NH died peacefully in her home on May 17, 2013, following a long term illness. She was born on January 1, 1945 in Fitchburg, MA, a daughter of Maurice and Marguerite Berube and graduated from Nashua High School, Class of 1963.
Her great joys were her loving family, nature, arts, interior decorating, music, and flower gardens, especially daisies and wildflowers. She was a member of St Patrick Church in Milford for almost 40 years and more recently, was a volunteer for Milford Area Seniors. Carol was predeceased by a brother, Maurice J. Berube, Jr. |
Family members include her husband of 35 years, Joseph Pavolaitis; four children, Tammy Wetherbee, Tina Raczek, Tracy Guichard and Jeffrey Maynard; a stepson, Matthew Pavolaitis; seven grandchildren; a brother, Roger R. Berube; a sister, Sandra Boutilier; several nieces and nephews. In addition, she was also the foster mom to 25 children.
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DANIEL BREAULT
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OBITUARY - Daniel A. Breault, Sr., 69, a longtime resident of Hudson, NH passed away Sunday, March 2, 2014 at the Community Hospice House, Merrimack, NH surrounded by his family. He was born December 30, 1944 in Claremont, NH, son of the late Adrien and Lillian (Cantin) Breault.
Mr. Breault served in the U.S. Army. He worked as a machinist for over 25 years for Ingersoll Rand, retiring in 2001. One could find him always either building something or working on a car. Mr. Breault spent many years camping in Warren, NH and enjoyed 4 wheeling, hunting and fishing. He also enjoyed spending time at home and truly loved his grandchildren and the time spent with them, as they were his life. |
He is survived by his wife, Sylvia Thurlow of Bow, NH; a son, Daniel A. Breault, Jr. and his wife Anne of Amherst, NH; two daughters, Christine Marie Breault and her wife Sarah of Nashua and Pamela Ann Meaney and her husband James of Merrimack, NH; four grandchildren, Ryan and Jordan Meaney and Allie and Emma Breault; two brothers, Raymond Breault of Atlantic Beach, FL and James Breault of Auburn, NH; and also by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his first wife, Linda (Waller) Breault in 2004.
ROGER BUDER
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OBITUARY Roger K. Buder, 65, of Nashua, NH, passed away on Monday, January 24, 2011 at Southern NH Medical Center in Nashua,NH. He was born in Nashua on March 9, 1945, the son of the late Ernest E. Sr. and Grace (Widener) Buder. Roger was educated in the Nashua school system, graduating from Nashua High School, Class of 1963. He then went on to attend Southern NH University, graduating in 1971 with a degree in Accounting.
Roger served his country in the US Army during the Vietnam War. He was self-employed as an accountant for many years. Roger was an AARP member. He is survived by three brothers, Ernest E. Buder Jr. of Nashua, NH, Donald P. Buder of Seattle, WA and Tommy E. Buder and his wife Rosemary of Merrimack, NH; an aunt, Lillian Widener; as well as several nieces, grand nephews, grand nieces and cousins. |
MARY BURKE
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OBITUARY Mary L. Burke, 71, of Milford and a former longtime Nashua resident, passed away Sunday, November 27, 2016 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her loving family and friends.
Born in Boston, Massachusetts on October 1, 1945, she was a daughter of the late Alice C. (Kasper) Burke. Mary attended the former Sacred Heart School of St. Patrick Church and graduated from Nashua High School Class of 1963. Later in her life, Mary earned her Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from Franklin Pierce College and continued to pursue her MBA from Rivier College now Rivier University. Mary joined Chalet Susse International in 1978 an was an integral part of Roedel Companies’ history. She began as the Administrative Assistant to the President and then as Manager of Administration. |
In 1993, Mary was promoted to Vice President of Marketing for Chalet Susse International, where she served in various management roles. The Roedel Family was a very special part of Mary’s life, especially Fred and Kay. We would like to acknowledge the entire Roedel family for always treating Mary as their own. We will be forever grateful for the kindness, generosity and the love you have shown to Mary for the better part of her life.
Active in the Nashua community, Mary was a volunteer at the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Nashua. She was also a Big Sister with the Big Brothers, Big Sisters Program and an ESI Tutor at the Adult Learning Center in Nashua.
She loved spending time with her family, especially during the holidays. Christmas was her favorite. She will be remembered as a kind-hearted woman with an endless sense of humor.
Members of her family include her brothers and sisters-in-law, John and Patricia Burke of Arizona and Thomas and Pauline Burke of Nashua; her brothers-in-law, Raymond J. Landry of Nashua and Rick Burgess of Merrimack; her aunt and uncle, Beverly and John Kasper of Nashua; also many nieces and nephews. Mary was blessed with many incredible friends, especially Amy and Rachel who will forever have her in their hearts. In addition to her mother, Mary was also predeceased by her sisters, Cynthia Landry and Maureen Burgess.
Active in the Nashua community, Mary was a volunteer at the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Nashua. She was also a Big Sister with the Big Brothers, Big Sisters Program and an ESI Tutor at the Adult Learning Center in Nashua.
She loved spending time with her family, especially during the holidays. Christmas was her favorite. She will be remembered as a kind-hearted woman with an endless sense of humor.
Members of her family include her brothers and sisters-in-law, John and Patricia Burke of Arizona and Thomas and Pauline Burke of Nashua; her brothers-in-law, Raymond J. Landry of Nashua and Rick Burgess of Merrimack; her aunt and uncle, Beverly and John Kasper of Nashua; also many nieces and nephews. Mary was blessed with many incredible friends, especially Amy and Rachel who will forever have her in their hearts. In addition to her mother, Mary was also predeceased by her sisters, Cynthia Landry and Maureen Burgess.
RICHARD A CABRAL
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OBITUARY Rye, NH - Richard A. “Dick” Cabral of Rye and Jupiter Florida passed away on Sunday, September 10, 2017.
Richard was born December 26, 1944 in Cambridge, MA a son of the late Manuel and Laura (Wiggin) Cabral. Dick moved to Nashua in 1953 and graduated from Nashua High School in 1963, where he played varsity baseball during his sophomore, junior and senior years. Upon graduation, he got married and had his first child by age 19. He was making $56 a week and knew that wasn't enough to support his family, so he looked to real estate as a way to supplement. With $500 he borrowed from a credit union, he purchased a three-family building in Nashua, his goal being to "get ahead."While working, Dick took night classes and graduated from Merrimack College in North Andover, MA with a B.S. in Business Administration in 1971. |
While attending college he was the Controller-Treasurer of Dewey & Almy Chemical Division, W.R. Grace & Company while simultaneously acquiring over 700 inner city apartments in 58 buildings in Nashua. Over the next fifteen years he increased his apartment inventory to over 2,500 units and diversified into land, office and retail development. From 1988 to 2017 Dick continued to grow his real estate empire with investment and development projects that took him beyond New England, first in Hilton Head Island, SC then Arkansas, Florida, and eventually out west to Telluride and Arizona. He was very well known for having an incredible work ethic and strong instinct in his business dealings. He was known for not "sugar coating" anything and many respected him for his direct, no nonsense approach to business negotiations. He was a devoted husband, father, and friend. He will be truly missed.
Dick is survived by his wife Wendy Cabral from Rye, NH and Jupiter, FL; children, Sally Cabral from Boynton Beach, FL and Rick Cabral from Scottsdale, AZ; brother, Danny Cabral from Londonderry; two sisters, Sandra Cabral Shepard from Milford and Donna Cabral from Nashua; 5 grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Dick is survived by his wife Wendy Cabral from Rye, NH and Jupiter, FL; children, Sally Cabral from Boynton Beach, FL and Rick Cabral from Scottsdale, AZ; brother, Danny Cabral from Londonderry; two sisters, Sandra Cabral Shepard from Milford and Donna Cabral from Nashua; 5 grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
RUSS CARDIN
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OBITUARY - Russell V. Carding of Wolfeboro, N.H., longtime Merrimack resident died on Sept 14th, 2017 at Concord Hospital. Russ was born and raised in Nashua, NH and attended Nashua public schools. He graduated from Nashua High School in 1963 and attended Keene State College graduating in 1968. After being drafted and serving his country for two years he began a 40 year career in education working mostly in Nashua at Fairgrounds Middle School. For many years he was an English teacher and eventually he became a guidance counselor. He had a positive effect on countless lives during his career in education and he will be remembered as a dedicated educator who truly cared for his students.
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Russ spent over 30 years as a resident of Merrimack where he raised his family. He also spent many summers with his family vacationing at his lake house in Freedom, New Hampshire on Ossipee Lake. At his lake house he cultivated many friendships and created wonderful memories. He enjoyed many summer days on his boat and loved making people laugh when he spent time at the beach. Russ was an avid Red Sox fan and in 2004 he got to see his beloved Red Sox win the World Series. He was lucky enough to see them win it two more times in 2007 and again in 2013.
In retirement he moved to Wolfeboro, NH and enjoyed reading, playing golf and spending time with his wife Peggy taking rides, going out to dinner, and spending a winter in Florida. He also loved spendingtime with his 8 grandchildren, all of whom will miss their Papa dearly. Russ was a parishioner at Saint Katherine Drexel in Wolfeboro where heattended mass regularly. He had recently been studying to be a catholic, something he was genuinely excited about. Just before his passing he was confirmed a catholic by his priest Father Cole.
He is survived by his beloved wife Peggy (LaSalle) Cardin of 49 years. He is also survived by his 3 children, Russell Cardin and wife Kristy of Merrimack, Joseph Cardin and wife Ellen of Milford and Bridget Spring and husband Ryan of Penacook. He is also survived by his mother Louise (York)Chartrain of Nashua along with his eight grandchildren Brady and Bryce Cardin of Merrimack, Liam, Norah, Allie and Riley of Milford and Caden and Avery of Penacook, sister in law Shirley Despres and sister in law Patty Whitney and husband Dave along with several nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his stepfather Hector Chartrain and brother in laws Ron Despres and Tom LaSalle. In lieu of flowers Russ’ family is asking that donations be made to a scholarship that is being set up in his name. Information on the scholarship and how to make a donation will be provided at a later date. There are no service announcements at this time. They will be held at a later date.
In retirement he moved to Wolfeboro, NH and enjoyed reading, playing golf and spending time with his wife Peggy taking rides, going out to dinner, and spending a winter in Florida. He also loved spendingtime with his 8 grandchildren, all of whom will miss their Papa dearly. Russ was a parishioner at Saint Katherine Drexel in Wolfeboro where heattended mass regularly. He had recently been studying to be a catholic, something he was genuinely excited about. Just before his passing he was confirmed a catholic by his priest Father Cole.
He is survived by his beloved wife Peggy (LaSalle) Cardin of 49 years. He is also survived by his 3 children, Russell Cardin and wife Kristy of Merrimack, Joseph Cardin and wife Ellen of Milford and Bridget Spring and husband Ryan of Penacook. He is also survived by his mother Louise (York)Chartrain of Nashua along with his eight grandchildren Brady and Bryce Cardin of Merrimack, Liam, Norah, Allie and Riley of Milford and Caden and Avery of Penacook, sister in law Shirley Despres and sister in law Patty Whitney and husband Dave along with several nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his stepfather Hector Chartrain and brother in laws Ron Despres and Tom LaSalle. In lieu of flowers Russ’ family is asking that donations be made to a scholarship that is being set up in his name. Information on the scholarship and how to make a donation will be provided at a later date. There are no service announcements at this time. They will be held at a later date.
DAVID CATANZANO
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OBITUARY David Charles Catanzano Sr. 53, of 9 Wakefield Dr., Nashua died Fri. Oct. 16, 1998 at Greenbriar Terrace Healthcare, Nashua, after a battle with cancer. With his brother, Robert, he owned and operated Daro Motors Auto Body shop in Nashua and Hudson from 1974 to 1987. Most recently he worked as an insurance appraiser with Traveller’s insurance Co. In his early years he worked with GE Credit Corp. of Lowell and Lynn, MA. He was a very active member and communicant of the Immaculate Conception Church, where he taught CCD for six years and coached CYO basketball for more than 15 years. He was a graduate of Nashua High School in 1963. Born in Arlington, MA on April 3, 1945 he was the son of the late George and Vivienne (Casey) Catanzano.
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He is survived by his wife Suzanne (Sirois) Catanzano. They celebrated their 31st anniversary on Sept. 4. Other survivors include two daughters and a son-in-law, Christine and James Haney and Stephanie Catanzano of Nashua, two sons, David C. Catanzano Jr. and his fiancé Lynn Steele and Michael Catanzano of Nashua, one grandson, Connor Haney of Nashua, three brothers and three sister-in-law, Jerome and Ruth Catanzano of Union City, CA, George and Marge Catanzano of Des Moines, IO and Robert and Gloria Catanzano of Nashua, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Thomas and Jane Sirois, Ann Sirois, Raymond and Cindy Sirois, Jacqueline (Sirois) Fair, Lorraine (Sirois) Smart, Joanne Sirois, Gerard and Carolyn Sirois, Roger and Cathy Sirois, Barry and Yvette Joselin, James and Denise Barnett, all of Nashua, Sinonne Sirois of Manchester, Normand and Debbie Sirois of Virginia Beach, VA and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
REBECCA (BECKY) CHRISTOPHER LAYTON
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OBITUARY Rebecca Christopher Layton 47, of Peters Township, Pa., died Wednesday January 13, 1993 at home. Born in Memphis, Tenn on May 9, 1945, daughter of Annabell Green of Nashua and the late Barton Christopher. Mrs. Layton was a member of St. Benedict the Abbot Church in Peters Township and past President of the Women's Guild at the Church.
Besides her mother, survivors include her husband of 28 years Richard A. Layton of Peters Township; four sons, Christopher A of Bridgeville, Pa., Keith N, Benjamin M. and Ryan P all of Peters Township; a brother, Jeffrey Green of Nashua, and five sisters, Patricia Allen, Bonnie Gamache, Nancy Chabot, Cary McNaulty and Tammy Crisp all of Nashua. Interment in Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Peters Township, Pa. |
ERIC CHURCH
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OBITUARY Eric Forbes Church, 67 of Bel Air, MD died Monday October 29, 2012 at his home. Born in Nashua, NH, he was the son of the late Carl E. and Isabele (Forbes) Church. Mr. Church was a repair technician for Music Land in Bel Air. He enjoyed playing and teaching music, was a member of the Baltimore Community College Band, the American Legion Post 128 Aberdeen and the Trombone Association, and he was a cat lover, and served in the US Air Force.
He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Barbara A. (Purnell), stepsons Joseph D. Stabile Jr. of Aberdeen and Michael A. Stabile of Port Richey, FL. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Animal Rescue, 2 Heritage Farm Rd., New Freedom, PA |
KENNETH DAIGLE
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OBITUARY Kenneth R. Daigle, 72, of Lakeland FL passed away unexpectedly on June 20, 2017. He was born in Nashua, NH to Robert A. Daigle and Elna Nielsen Daigle on Oct. 11, 1944. After graduation from Nashua High School in 1963 Ken enlisted in the U.S.Navy and traveled the world. Following discharge he earned a BS degree in accounting as well as an MBA from Rivier College. He was employed by Anheuser Busch and later by Adolph Coors Co. and Miller Brewing. Ken retired to Florida with his wife of thirty years, Linda, and enjoyed reading, movies, cooking, golf and family time.
Ken is survived by his wife and two daughters from his first marriage, Jennifer Daigle of Pensacola, FL, Julie Duncan of St. Louis, MO and two grandsons, Trevor Duncan and Blake Duncan. He is also survived by a sister, Brenda Baker of Nashua, NH. His wish was to be cremated. There will be no services. |
GERRY DANIS
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OBITUARY Gerard Joseph Danis, 70, of 757 River Road, New Boston, NH, beloved husband and father, passed away May 7, 2013 at his family’s side following a lengthy illness. He was the son of Joseph and Evelyn (Courtemache) Danis. Gerry was born in Nashua on March 15, 1943 and graduated from Nashua High School in 1963. For most of his life he resided in Pelham. Gerry proudly served his country with the N.H. Army National Guard, B. Battery 3rd Battalion, 197th Artillery in Phu Loi Vietnam from September 1968 to September 1969. For most of his life he worked with his sons in the family concrete construction business.
Gerry is survived by his wife, Nancy Danis; two sons, Keith Danis and Todd Danis; eldest brother, Maurice Danis, of Northwood; younger brother, Henry Danis, of Windham; and many grandchildren. Gerry will be remembered by all with cherished love and memories. |
SUE (DAVIS) HACKNEY
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OBITUARY - Susan (Davis) Hackney, 73, of Nashua, NH died Sunday, March 31, 2019, at Aynsley Place in Nashua, after battling an aggressive cancer.
Susan was born in Nashua on November 3, 1945, the daughter of the late Albert A. and Martha (Whipple) Davis. Susan attended Nashua public schools, graduating with the Nashua High School class of 1963. She attended Mt. Ida College, graduating in 1965 with an Associate’s Degree. Susan continued her education at Keene State College graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree in elementary education. It was at Keene State College that she met her husband, Greg Hackney, on a blind date in 1965. They married in 1968 and spent over 50 years together happily married. |
Susan taught for two years in Massachusetts before moving to Nashua. Susan taught for 12 years in the Nashua School System, teaching the 4th grade at Ledge Street School, Birch Hill School, and Amherst Street School. She left teaching in 1982 and worked in the private sector until 1998. Since then, she had been a volunteer at the Southern New Hampshire Medical Center. Susan was a member of the First Church Nashua, Congregational. Susan loved her pets, and enjoyed her plants, gardening, walking, and traveling, with many trips across the U.S. and abroad.
Susan is survived by her husband, Greg Hackney, and their daughter, Stacey, and her husband, Joe Denis, of Nashua. She is also survived by two sisters Nancy Knight of Nashua and Sally Adams and her husband, John, of Lexington, MA. Susan is also survived by her three nieces and their families, Laurie (Adams) Shean and her husband Bill of Winchester, MA; Lynne (Adams) Laramie and her husband Peter of Nashua, NH, and Julie (Adams) Martin and her husband Tim of Canton, MA.
Susan is survived by her husband, Greg Hackney, and their daughter, Stacey, and her husband, Joe Denis, of Nashua. She is also survived by two sisters Nancy Knight of Nashua and Sally Adams and her husband, John, of Lexington, MA. Susan is also survived by her three nieces and their families, Laurie (Adams) Shean and her husband Bill of Winchester, MA; Lynne (Adams) Laramie and her husband Peter of Nashua, NH, and Julie (Adams) Martin and her husband Tim of Canton, MA.
JOHN DAVULIS
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OBITUARY John Peter Davulis, 66, of Hallowell, died unexpectedly, Friday, Jan. 27, 2012. John was born in Nashua, NH, on July 26, 1945, the son of Peter J. Davulis and Stefania Kissel. His father, Peter, was born in Boston to Lithuanian immigrants, Edvardas Davulis and Veronika Peciukaitye, but spent most of his childhood in Lithuania and returned to the United States as a young man. Stefania was born in Vermont to Polish immigrants, Peter Kissel and Annie Schwaka, about whom little is known. Both of John’s parents worked in Nashua’s textile industry. John had always been proud of his Lithuanian and Polish heritage, and in recent years had a correspondence with his uncle, Jonas Davulis, who had survived a decade in a Siberian Gulag labor camp under Stalin’s rule.
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John graduated from Nashua High School in 1963 and attended the University of New Hampshire, where he graduated with a BA in Philosophy in 1967. He received an MA in Philosophy from the University of Cincinnati in 1970, where he wrote his master’s thesis on Kierkegaard and film. He was briefly a Lecturer in Philosophy at Canaan College, Canaan, NH, before returning to UNH, where he earned an MS in Resource Economics in 1973. His study of agriculture and dairy production sparked a life-long interest in issues of food security. John met Theresa Morin through an old college friend, and in August, 1972, they were married. The couple lived in seacoast New Hampshire, and John worked under his mentor and life-long friend, George “Curly” Frick, as an economist at the University’s Institute of Natural and Environmental Resources, while Theresa worked as a teacher of the visually impaired. Because of the Arab oil embargo of 1973, John decided to pursue a career in the energy industry, and took a job with NEPLAN (New England Power Planning) in West Springfield, MA. John and Theresa had three children, Carlton, Luke, and Peter, while living in Westfield, MA.
In 1986, friends in the energy industry wooed John to Maine. He took a job at Central Maine Power and relocated his family to Hallowell. At CMP, John served in a various planning and forecasting positions, culminating in a seven-year tenure as Chief Economist. A strong advocate for energy efficiency and conservation his entire career, John served for nearly a decade as a member of the Board of Directors of the Maine Energy Education Program. He was a member of the Governor’s Consensus Economic Forecasting Commission under Governors McKernan, King, and Baldacci. His colleagues cherished his insights into the energy industry, his wisdom, and his sense of humor. Soon after retiring from CMP in 2008, John took a part-time position as Senior Project Manager for GDS Associates, a utility consulting firm. John was active in the community as a volunteer for the Hallowell Food Bank since the mid-1990s. John enjoyed his retirement immensely, and relished the time he got to spend with his family, including his granddaughter, Tessa, who was born in September 2010.
John was patient, loving, and kind. His warmth, quiet wisdom, and sense of humor will be remembered by all who knew him.
He is survived by his wife, Theresa; his son Carlton, his partner, Hilary Irons, and John’s granddaughter, Tessa Jean Irons, of Portland; his sons Luke, of Hallowell, and Peter, of Orono; his sister, Virginia Sycamore, of Portsmouth, NH; his nephews Steve, Ken, and Paul Sycamore; his uncle, Jonas Davulis, of Vilnius, Lithuania, after whom John was named; and several cousins in Lithuania.
In 1986, friends in the energy industry wooed John to Maine. He took a job at Central Maine Power and relocated his family to Hallowell. At CMP, John served in a various planning and forecasting positions, culminating in a seven-year tenure as Chief Economist. A strong advocate for energy efficiency and conservation his entire career, John served for nearly a decade as a member of the Board of Directors of the Maine Energy Education Program. He was a member of the Governor’s Consensus Economic Forecasting Commission under Governors McKernan, King, and Baldacci. His colleagues cherished his insights into the energy industry, his wisdom, and his sense of humor. Soon after retiring from CMP in 2008, John took a part-time position as Senior Project Manager for GDS Associates, a utility consulting firm. John was active in the community as a volunteer for the Hallowell Food Bank since the mid-1990s. John enjoyed his retirement immensely, and relished the time he got to spend with his family, including his granddaughter, Tessa, who was born in September 2010.
John was patient, loving, and kind. His warmth, quiet wisdom, and sense of humor will be remembered by all who knew him.
He is survived by his wife, Theresa; his son Carlton, his partner, Hilary Irons, and John’s granddaughter, Tessa Jean Irons, of Portland; his sons Luke, of Hallowell, and Peter, of Orono; his sister, Virginia Sycamore, of Portsmouth, NH; his nephews Steve, Ken, and Paul Sycamore; his uncle, Jonas Davulis, of Vilnius, Lithuania, after whom John was named; and several cousins in Lithuania.
PAMELA (DENAULT) FARIZ
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OBITUARY - Pamela A. Fariz, 75, died peacefully on Thursday, December 10, 2020, at Southern New Hampshire Medical Center. She is the beloved wife of James A. Fariz. They met at the Berkshire in Nashua and danced their way through 52 years of marriage together.
Pam was born in Nashua, NH on October 21, 1945, and was the daughter of the late Gilbert “Gibb” Denault and Agnes (Boska) Denault. She received her education in the Nashua School System and was a graduate of Nashua High School, class of 1963. |
Early in her working career she left a job at Edgecomb Steel to raise her children, working nights at Davidson Travel Service. Being a travel agent gave her the opportunity to visit destinations all over the world, including Japan, Africa, Australia, Germany, Poland, England and many more. Pam then went on to a position in Human Resources at Continental PET Technologies, always going above and beyond to help employees. Her last and favorite position was as a Transcriptionist for the Nashua Police Department, where she worked until her retirement.
Looking her best in matching everything, Pam loved to dance and she and Jim were the couple to watch at family gatherings and parties. She also liked to do crafts, puzzles and play games. Computer games, card games, board games - she crushed us on all - but her game of choice was Bingo. She would give rides to family members and friends who wanted to play but could no longer drive themselves. She also enjoyed visiting the family lake house, bus trips to local casinos with her sisters and friends and attending activities at the Nashua Senior Center. Pam cherished time spent with her family and especially loved her role as Nana.
In addition to her husband, Jim, she is survived by her two children, Lisa Toli and her husband John of Windsor, SC and Michael G. Fariz and his wife Heather G. Lima of Nashua; her two grandchildren, Anna Toli and Jordan Fariz; as well as her three sisters; Valerie Denault of Nashua, Pauline “Chip” Davidson and her husband Donald of Florida, and Wendy and her husband Normand (deceased) Bourbeau of Nashua; along with many nieces and nephews.
Looking her best in matching everything, Pam loved to dance and she and Jim were the couple to watch at family gatherings and parties. She also liked to do crafts, puzzles and play games. Computer games, card games, board games - she crushed us on all - but her game of choice was Bingo. She would give rides to family members and friends who wanted to play but could no longer drive themselves. She also enjoyed visiting the family lake house, bus trips to local casinos with her sisters and friends and attending activities at the Nashua Senior Center. Pam cherished time spent with her family and especially loved her role as Nana.
In addition to her husband, Jim, she is survived by her two children, Lisa Toli and her husband John of Windsor, SC and Michael G. Fariz and his wife Heather G. Lima of Nashua; her two grandchildren, Anna Toli and Jordan Fariz; as well as her three sisters; Valerie Denault of Nashua, Pauline “Chip” Davidson and her husband Donald of Florida, and Wendy and her husband Normand (deceased) Bourbeau of Nashua; along with many nieces and nephews.
CAROL (DEVEREUX) VON ETTE
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OBITUARY Carol was born on July 23, 1945 and passed away on Wednesday, December 24, 2014.
Carol was a resident of Newbury, New Hampshire at the time of her passing. She is survived by her husband Bob. Services will be held at the Von Ette Farm in late April, 2015 |
ELAINE (DOHERTY) ZIMMER DAVIS
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OBITUARY - Elaine Ellen Zimmer Davis, 76, died on Thursday, April 21 in Providence, RI after complications related to a stroke. Elaine is survived by her husband, Ron Davis, sons, Brett Davis (Jessica Davis) and Craig Zimmer (Bea Zimmer), grandchildren, Alie, Matt and Nick Zimmer and Breeze and Jake Davis. Elaine was predeceased by her parents, Jim and Helen Daugherty, and her first husband, Jerry Zimmer.
Elaine was born in Providence, RI, where she spent her early childhood. She relocated with her parents to Nashua, NH and graduated from Nashua High School. She attended Bryant College where she met Jerry Zimmer, her first husband. They married before Jerry went to Vietnam as a Marine jet pilot. Captain Jerry A. Zimmer, USMC (Dec.) was shot down and declared MIA, August 29, 1969. Elaine and Craig (3 years old) moved to California to start a new life. |
Shortly after moving to California, she met her future husband of over 50 years, Ron Davis. Ron, having just returned from Vietnam himself, fell in love with Elaine and Craig and they married a few months later. Ron joined the FBI and the family moved to Albuquerque, NM where Brett was born. Less than a year after getting to NM, the FBI moved the family to San Diego, CA. Elaine managed an orthodontics practice for a few years but found it uninspiring. Her true passion was writing and so she returned to college, at the age of 44, to earn a degree in Journalism from San Diego State University. Upon graduation, Elaine was able to quickly turn her writing into a full-time job. As an avid sailor, she started her career by writing about the sport of sailing. She covered the first ever US America's Cup defeat to Australia in 1983 off Newport, RI as well as the next two Cup competitions. Eventually, she moved on to international travel writing. She was published in major newspapers and over fifty magazines that focused on business, industry, airline, and general interest. During her 30-year plus career she was also Editor for five large-circulation magazines.
Elaine had a deep love of all water-based activities. The Davis family started sailing soon after getting to San Diego and they have been boating ever since. She picked up Windsurfing in the very earliest days of the sport, eventually becoming an instructor on Mission Bay. Elaine and Ron are 35-year members of San Diego Yacht Club, where Elaine was the editor of The Mainsheet, a print membership publication, for many years. Finding Jerry's crash site was a pivotal event in Elaine's life. In the latter half of Elaine's life, she became very involved in the National League of POW/MIA Families. This organization is dedicated to repatriating missing service members, like Jerry Zimmer, who never made it home from a foreign war. She used her deep understanding of the military and her powerful writing to shine a brighter light on the military's critical efforts to bring every missing Marine/Soldier home to their families. In her case, even after multiple excavations of the crash site, the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) was unable to find any human remains in the mountain terrain. If you would like to read more about her Vietnam journey, please visit Elaine's blog at www.bringingjerryhome.com.
Most recently Elaine and Ron split their time between their home on Harbour Island in Narragansett, RI and their Pt Loma home in San Diego, CA. Elaine was a wonderful grandmother, mother, wife, daughter, and friend. She impacted lives all over the world, particularly in China where she lived with her husband, Ron in the early 2000s. The kind regards the family is receiving from around the world is inspiring. She was quick to make friends and always seemed to learn something beautiful and unique about their lives in their first conversation. This is the same set of skills that made Elaine such a great writer. Elaine always cared about the subject matter and that it was portrayed in the best possible light.
Elaine had a deep love of all water-based activities. The Davis family started sailing soon after getting to San Diego and they have been boating ever since. She picked up Windsurfing in the very earliest days of the sport, eventually becoming an instructor on Mission Bay. Elaine and Ron are 35-year members of San Diego Yacht Club, where Elaine was the editor of The Mainsheet, a print membership publication, for many years. Finding Jerry's crash site was a pivotal event in Elaine's life. In the latter half of Elaine's life, she became very involved in the National League of POW/MIA Families. This organization is dedicated to repatriating missing service members, like Jerry Zimmer, who never made it home from a foreign war. She used her deep understanding of the military and her powerful writing to shine a brighter light on the military's critical efforts to bring every missing Marine/Soldier home to their families. In her case, even after multiple excavations of the crash site, the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) was unable to find any human remains in the mountain terrain. If you would like to read more about her Vietnam journey, please visit Elaine's blog at www.bringingjerryhome.com.
Most recently Elaine and Ron split their time between their home on Harbour Island in Narragansett, RI and their Pt Loma home in San Diego, CA. Elaine was a wonderful grandmother, mother, wife, daughter, and friend. She impacted lives all over the world, particularly in China where she lived with her husband, Ron in the early 2000s. The kind regards the family is receiving from around the world is inspiring. She was quick to make friends and always seemed to learn something beautiful and unique about their lives in their first conversation. This is the same set of skills that made Elaine such a great writer. Elaine always cared about the subject matter and that it was portrayed in the best possible light.
MICHAEL DONAH
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OBITUARY Michael (Mickey) C. Donah, 65, of Portsmouth, died peacefully at home, Sunday, July 18, 2010, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on January 27, 1945 in Nashua, NH. He was the son of the late Clifford and Helen (Szlosek) Donah of Nashua.
Mickey was a graduate of Nashua High School. He served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. After his discharge from the Navy he founded a home construction business, Woodstone Developers, and built numerous homes in the Merrimack, NH area. He served on the Merrimack Board of Selectmen and also served on the Neighborhood Association for Baboosic Lake. |
Mickey moved to Portsmouth in the early 1990s. He was a volunteer for the Portsmouth Music Hall. He was also a past President and Treasurer for the Family Service Association of Portsmouth and in 1999 he was named a Paul Harris Fellow by the Rotary Foundation for his dedication and service.
Mickey had a passion for home restoration and had spent the last twenty years of his life fulfilling this passion. Besides his wife of 18 years, Dianne Lavoie, survivors include his son Scott Donah of St. Petersburg, FL, brother Dick Donah of Milford, NH, sister Patti and her husband Tom Ahearn of Danville, NH, grandchildren Zoe and Jack Mahan of Alton, NH, and Annalie Stone of Portsmouth, also several nieces and nephews.
Mickey had a passion for home restoration and had spent the last twenty years of his life fulfilling this passion. Besides his wife of 18 years, Dianne Lavoie, survivors include his son Scott Donah of St. Petersburg, FL, brother Dick Donah of Milford, NH, sister Patti and her husband Tom Ahearn of Danville, NH, grandchildren Zoe and Jack Mahan of Alton, NH, and Annalie Stone of Portsmouth, also several nieces and nephews.
MAURICE (MOE) DUBE
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OBITUARY Maurice Gerard Dube, 43, of 7 Barnesdale Rd. died January 27, 1989 in St. Joseph's hospital. He was born in Nashua April 11, 1945, son of Norman Dube and the late Cecile (Soucy) Dube. A lifelong resident of Nashua, he was educated in lacal schools and was a 1968 graduate of the University of New Hampshire, He had been employed at the Hollis Post Office. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus. He was a communicant of Immaculate Conception Church.
He is survived by his wife, Elain (Boucher) Dube of Nashua; his father, Norman Dube of Nashua, one son, Michael Dube of Nashua; one brother Ronald Dube of Mason, NH and several nieces, nephews and cousins. |
MARIE FARRIS
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WAYNE FLUKE
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Wayne passed away on January 28, 2023, and is interred at the Edgewood cemetery in Nashua.
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FAITH FLYTHE
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OBITUARY Faith "Bonnie" Flythe, 71, died on July 27, 2016 at her home in Exeter after a lengthy illness. She was born on May 4, 1945 in Brisbane Australia, the daughter of the late John Thomas Flythe Jr. and Faith (Grierson) Flythe.
Bonnie grew up in Richmond, VA and graduated from Nashua High School in NH. She went on to receive a BA from Randolf-Macon Woman's College and MA from the University of Arizona. Bonnie was a professor of cultural anthropology at Northern Essex Community College from 1971 to 2008. She was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and former Vice-President of the Seabreeze Quilt Guild. |
Bonnie lived in Exeter for over forty years. She was very involved in her local community and was active in town politics. She took a particular interest in her family genealogy and worked to preserve the Winter Street Cemetery from the Revolutionary War era. Bonnie was an avid gardener, she loved all animals, especially horses and cats, and was a skilled horsewoman, winning many ribbons in dressage.
She is survived by brother, John D. Flythe of Croydon, NH; her sister Jane M. Flythe of Mt. Vernon, NH; two nephews, Jonathan Broeffle of Manchester, NH and Joshua Flythe of Deltona, FL; her niece, Melissa Flythe of Powhatan, VA; and many close friends.
She is survived by brother, John D. Flythe of Croydon, NH; her sister Jane M. Flythe of Mt. Vernon, NH; two nephews, Jonathan Broeffle of Manchester, NH and Joshua Flythe of Deltona, FL; her niece, Melissa Flythe of Powhatan, VA; and many close friends.
KENNETH FUSSELL
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OBITUARY - Kenneth Michael Fussell (NHS-1964 and a NHS 1963 near grad), age 76 passed away in Fort Meyers, FL on January 10, 2022 from the effects of Alzheimers disease. He was the son of the late Roscoe and Marcelline Fussell. He leaves behind his wife of 54 Years, Beverly Fussell and daughter Kerry Emmons and her husband George Emmons. His grandchildren Ali, Dena, and Max Emmons. He loved his grandchildren more than golf. He also leaves two brothers Ronnie and Dennis Fussell.
Kenny got his first hole in one at the age 17 with many more to follow. He was a great golfer and many would compliment him on his natural golf swing. The family will have a service on 4-9-2022 at St. Columbkille Catholic Church Ft. Myers, Fl. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.neptunesociety.com/location/fort-myers-cremation for the Fussell family. |
PATRICIA (GALLAGHER) JACKSON
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OBITUARY Patricia L. Jackson, 71, died peacefully at her home, Tuesday, April 11, 2017. She was the beloved wife of the late Jesse Jackson Jr. who predeceased her on October 3, 1995. Patricia was born in Nashua on September 17, 1945 and was the daughter of the late John and Adrienne (Rheaume) Gallagher.
For many years, she was employed as a secretary for BAE Systems until her retirement. Patricia is survived by her nieces, Paula Dion of Nashua and Leanne Gallagher- Roy of Orlando, FL; her nephew Christopher Roy of Salt Springs, FL; as well as several cousins. |
RICHARD GOODSPEED
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LAURIE (HAMBLETON) LATVIS
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OBITUARY Laurie Scott Hambleton Latvis, 64 years old, died peacefully on December 28th, 2009 at home in Langrangeville, N Y after coping with cancer for over a year. She was born June 28, 1945 at Memorial Hospital in Nashua N.H. and was the daughter of the late Barbara McQuesten Hambleton and George Maurice Hambleton.
Laurie was raised in Nashua Public Schools and received her associate degree from Westbrook Junior College in 1965.On June 25, 1966, Laurie married David Brian Latvis at the Church of the Good Shepherd in Nashua, N.H. David survives at home. She and her husband have resided in LaGrangeville since 1979 previously living in Pleasant Ridge and Big Rapids, Michigan as well as Nashua, N.H. |
Laurie held many jobs throughout the years including working at the Bureau of Labor Statistics in Washington D.C., as executive secretary at Sanders Associates in Nashua, N.H., secretary to the President of Ferris State College, in Big Rapids, Michigan, as executive secretary at Thompson Industries in Southfield, Michigan, counselor at Rhinebeck Lodge, Rhinebeck, N.Y. and retiring from Marist College, Poughkeepsie, N.Y. in 2001 as coordinator for admissions. However, she considered her most important and rewarding job in life to be mother and grandmother.
Throughout her life Laurie was very active in many volunteer activities in her church and in her children’s schools.She was the past president of the Warren G. Harding Elementary School PTA in Ferndale, Michigan and also past president of LaGrange Elementary School PTA in LaGrange, N.Y.She had been a Sunday school teacher, a parish secretary, outreach coordinator, Clerk of the Vestry and most recently Senior Warden at Grace Church Millbrook.
Survivors include her daughter Julie Segnit and husband Paul of Wallkill, N.Y.; son Matthew Latvis and wife Karina of Red Hook, N.Y., and son David Latvis and wife Teresa of Easton, PA. She is also survived by seven wonderful grandchildren, Jenna Segnit, Madison Segnit, Brandon Segnit, Dasha Latvis, Matthew Latvis, Michael Latvis and Jillian Latvis.
Throughout her life Laurie was very active in many volunteer activities in her church and in her children’s schools.She was the past president of the Warren G. Harding Elementary School PTA in Ferndale, Michigan and also past president of LaGrange Elementary School PTA in LaGrange, N.Y.She had been a Sunday school teacher, a parish secretary, outreach coordinator, Clerk of the Vestry and most recently Senior Warden at Grace Church Millbrook.
Survivors include her daughter Julie Segnit and husband Paul of Wallkill, N.Y.; son Matthew Latvis and wife Karina of Red Hook, N.Y., and son David Latvis and wife Teresa of Easton, PA. She is also survived by seven wonderful grandchildren, Jenna Segnit, Madison Segnit, Brandon Segnit, Dasha Latvis, Matthew Latvis, Michael Latvis and Jillian Latvis.
DIANE HARRIS
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BEA (HATFIELD) BROUGHAM
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OBITUARY - Beatrice Elaine (Hatfield) Brougham, 77, of Amherst, NH, died Sunday, June 12, 2022. She was born on April 11, 1945, in Fall River, MA, the daughter of Carlyle Hatfield and Muriel (Neal) Hatfield.
She grew up in Tyngsboro. She attended Tyngsboro and Nashua public schools and then resided in Amherst, NH, relocating to Florida for a short time while her daughter Jennifer attended school and started a family. Eventually Bea relocated back to New Hampshire to spend time with her friends and family. Bea loved to be outdoors; she loved the beach and loved the mountains. She even ventured into hiking later in her life tackling some of New Hampshire’s 4000 footers in the White Mountains. She thoroughly enjoyed |
Bea thoroughly enjoyed working in her yard and flower gardens. She also loved to travel; she and her daughter Jennifer had many adventures traveling together and exploring new places. Her greatest joy was her granddaughter Morgan, she cherished the time they spent together.
Bea was predeceased by her daughter Jennifer Brougham Mitchell, and sister Edna Hatfield Miville. She is survived by granddaughter, Morgan Mitchell of Tampa, FL, sisters Carol Jones and her husband Ken and Emma Wallace and her husband Randy, both of Hudson NH, brothers, Carl Hatfield and his wife Kathy of Merrimack NH, and Gary Hatfield and his wife Debbie of Pelham NH. She is also survived by many dear friends, cousins, nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews who will miss her good nature and infectious smile.
Bea was predeceased by her daughter Jennifer Brougham Mitchell, and sister Edna Hatfield Miville. She is survived by granddaughter, Morgan Mitchell of Tampa, FL, sisters Carol Jones and her husband Ken and Emma Wallace and her husband Randy, both of Hudson NH, brothers, Carl Hatfield and his wife Kathy of Merrimack NH, and Gary Hatfield and his wife Debbie of Pelham NH. She is also survived by many dear friends, cousins, nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews who will miss her good nature and infectious smile.
STEWART HERRICK
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OBITUARY - Loved misfits, heavy cream, car washes, his family and anything fried. Never met a vegetable he liked and reserved a special hatred in his heart for hospital food. Fortunately for him, he wasn’t able to eat any of it during his final five-day stay in the ICU leading up to his passing at 12:56 pm on March 13th with his wife, daughter and son by his side, all of whom honored his legacy by making middling jokes ’til the bitter end.
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He attended Syracuse University and Suffolk University Law School. In between achieving degrees, Stewart avoided being drafted into the Army by instead enlisting in the Navy. Boy, did he fool them. He was soon shipped to Vietnam where he was a Swift Boat Captain navigating the Mekong Delta. During his second tour of duty, Stewart refused to participate any longer on moral grounds. Knowing he was facing a court-martial and jail time for dissent, his men wrote a letter attesting to Stewart’s character and honor that was sent to President Nixon. The letter did the trick as Stewart not only avoided prison, but received an honorable discharge from the Navy. One of countless examples in his life of how Stewart squeezed through a seemingly too-small crack to get to daylight on the other side.
Another such obstacle he spent his life trying to get around, over or through was alcoholism. One could say a lot about Stewart’s battles with alcohol over the years, but one couldn’t say he ever stopped trying. The man had many false starts, wrong turns and detours, but he always got back on the road to recovery. Stewart had proudly been sober for several years at the time of his passing, and, while it took a bit longer, he also quit smoking at 77 years young. Prior to that, he used those well-worn lungs of his to sing hymns in church with a confidence and volume that would’ve made Sinatra blush. Stewart eventually left Catholicism in his 40s and instead practiced his own brand of spirituality, which still included praying to God, but did away with the singing. Hallelujah indeed.
A defense and civil rights attorney by trade, Stewart’s record in trial decisions was sterling. One of his first cases was the watershed Patty Hearst case. In addition to a murderous intellect and indefatigable work ethic, the man knew how to work a crowd, a courtroom and a jury box. (He decidedly did not know how to work an iPad or email particularly well in his later years, but he made up for that with an extremely fancy coffee machine he used ceaselessly and with deft precision.) In addition to opening his own law firm in middle age, Stewart was offered a professorship at Harvard Law School, which he turned down presumably because Harvard does not have a fuzzy orange for a mascot.
Not many people have both a 33-year marriage and a 23-year one, but Stewart did. The man loved love in all its forms and recognized it as the real nourishment this life has to offer. Next to Slim Jims, Hot Tamales, Twizzlers, MSNBC and lawn care, his second wife Susan was the love of his life.
The love he had for his children was similarly oceanic. From lightning storm viewing parties in the garage and July 4th fireworks displays for the neighborhood to dancing on the coffee table, snowtube boat rides in the huge puddle under the apple tree and sitting on his lap to help drive home from Mom’s Ice Cream, Stewart took pride in being a father and encouraged a certain rebelliousness in his kids. His to-hell-with it commitment to fun embarrassed his kids almost as much as it delighted all his kids’ friends.
Stewart is survived by his wife Susan, sister Lori, his first wife Gretchen and their three children Alisa, Craig and Ashlie, eight grandchildren Ella, David, Grace, Jack, Henry, August, Oliver and Sasha, two step kids Rhys and Devon, and a whole host of addicts in recovery whom he loved dearly and believed in with all his heart. If heaven is, in fact, a real place, Stewart is undoubtedly playing with the three dogs he had over the course of his lifetime and preparing for the joys of becoming a scratch golfer—something that eluded him here on earth.
Rest in peace, Stewart Thurston Herrick. Drive fast and take chances up there, but don’t drink and leave the cigarettes alone, too. Just to be safe.
A Celebration of Life will be held Friday, May 3rd at 12:00 p.m. at First Church located at 37 High Street, Marlborough, MA, 01752. Stewart’s ashes will be spread off the coast of Rockport, MA.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Addiction Referral Center. Click here. Checks may also be mailed to Addiction Referral Center, P.O. Box 225, Marlborough, MA, 01752.
Short & Rowe Funeral Home of Marlborough assisted with arrangements.
WEBSTER HILL
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JOHN HOGAN
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OBITUARY John Thomas Hogan, 45, of 34 Dearborn St. died at home on June 18, 1991 following a brief illness. Mr. Hogan was employed as a plant engineer at Bishop Guertin High School for the past three years and had previously been employed with Merrill Sheet Metal for a number of years. He was an active member of the Walley Ball League at Off the Wall Racquetball Club and had served as a chaperone for the Ski Club at Bishop Guertin High School and was active in running.
Mr Hogan was an Air Force veteran, serving in the Philippines, Korea and Vietnam and held the rank of technical sergeant. He was a communicant of St. Patrick Church. Mr. Hogan was educated in Nashua schools and was a graduate of Nashua high School, class of 1963. He graduated from the New Hampshire Technical Institute in Macnhester, where he received an associate degree in home building and sheet metal. |
Mr. Hogan was born in Nashua on Dec. 31, 1945, son of Andrea L. (Lavoie) Hogan Paquette of Hudson and the late Austin H. Hogan. Besides his mother, survivors include his wife, Edith A. "Dee" (Comolli) Hogan of Nashua, three daughters, Alicen A. Hogan, Kathryn A Hogan and Domenique E. Hogan, all of Nashua; three brothers and sisters-in-law, Daniel E. and Judith Hogan, James F. and Marilyn Hogan, and Donald P and Sandra Hogan, all of Nashua; a sister and brother-in law Mary F. and Ralph Hensel of Peru, NY; father-in-law and mother-in-law Domenic and Elizabeth Comolli of Nashua and several nieces, nephews and cousins
LEONARD HOLBROOK
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OBITUARY - Ernest Leonard Holbrook “Lenny”, 70, of Nashua, passed away on July 30, 2014, in Nashua, NH. At Lenny’s request there will be no services. Lenny was born in Nashua to Elmer and Marion Holbrook on January 11, 1944. Lenny attended local schools. He married Doreen Ouellette on August 26, 1966.
Although Lenny had many jobs, he found his calling as the head custodian at Nashua High. He was proud to be able to help so many students and staff members through the years. He spent many years coaching little league at Nashua West. He was a lifetime member of the Lafayette Club and Club National where he enjoyed playing in the golf league. |
Lenny is predeceased in death by his parents, Elmer and Marion; brothers, Robert, Ronald, Roland; and sister, Shirley. Lenny is survived by his wife, Doreen; son, Kevin and wife Rhonda; grandsons, Matthew and Chad; great-granddaughter, Morgan; brothers, William Holbrook, Richard “Dick” Holbrook; and many nephews, nieces, and extended family. The Holbrook family wishes to extend their sincere thanks to all that helped Lenny through life and with his courageous battle with cancer.
JOY (JOHNSON) OUELETTE
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OBITUARY - Joy Johnson Ouellette - Joy was a kind, loving and caring woman, who loved her family immensely. She loved spending time with her family, relaxing at the beach, playing Yahtzee with friends, and knitting or embordering an article for another. You always felt loved after visiting with her. Joy passed away on June 10, 2021, at the age of 75. She was born on December 8th, 1945 to Audrey Lunden & Donald Howes Johnson. Joy had one brother – Jay Johnson. She grew up spending time at her paternal grandmother, Evelyn’s beach house in Narragansett, Rhode Island. Joy met the love of her life, Robert Ouellette, and they were married on June 22nd,1963. Joy and Robert had five children- three beautiful daughters and two handsome sons. She was a woman who took pride in her family, always making time for her children and grandchildren.
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She was her family’s biggest cheerleader and attended many sporting and academic events. In addition to her children, Joy’s biggest accomplishment was achieving both her associate's and bachelor's degrees in business from Daniel Webster University in 1990. She did this while working full time and raising a family.
Joy is preceded by her husband, Robert. Survived by her children, daughters, and spouses:
Jaye & Phil Tambling, Jody & James Donohue, and Jana & Chris Comeau; her sons and spouses: Kevin & Joyce Ouellette and Keith & Jeany Ouellette. Her thirteen grandchildren:
Audrey, Emily, Jocelyn, Kam, Zach, Tim, Juliane, Jenna, Paige, Jaret, Jacqui, Jaclyn, and Kole. Her brother and his wife: Jay & Kathy. Her nieces: Jill Johnson Mossey and Jayme Johnson. She was an integral part of her family; she was loved and will forever be in our hearts.
Joy is preceded by her husband, Robert. Survived by her children, daughters, and spouses:
Jaye & Phil Tambling, Jody & James Donohue, and Jana & Chris Comeau; her sons and spouses: Kevin & Joyce Ouellette and Keith & Jeany Ouellette. Her thirteen grandchildren:
Audrey, Emily, Jocelyn, Kam, Zach, Tim, Juliane, Jenna, Paige, Jaret, Jacqui, Jaclyn, and Kole. Her brother and his wife: Jay & Kathy. Her nieces: Jill Johnson Mossey and Jayme Johnson. She was an integral part of her family; she was loved and will forever be in our hearts.
JAMES (JIM) KOKOSKIE
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OBITUARY James (Jim) Michael Kokoskie, 23, died on June 3, 1968 in Princeton, New Jersey as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident six weeks earlier in Princeton.
A 1967 graduate of Princeton University, Jim was employed by the Prudential Insurance Company in Washington, D.C. at the time of his death. At Princeton Jim played football for four years and was a member of the 1964 Ivy League Championship team. He also played lacrosse at Princeton. Mr Kokoskie was born on February 11, 1945, and was the son of Helen Kokoskie and the late Stanley Kokoskie. He is also survived by his sister, Carol Kokoskie Kelley, (NHS 1964). |
ROBERT (BOBBY) LABRECQUE
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OBITUARY Robert P. Labrecque, 58, of 43 Brinton Drive, Nashua, died unexpectedly Sat. evening, April 5, 2003, at So. NH Medical Center in Nashua. Mr. Labrecque was born Jan. 22, 1945 in Nashua, son of the late Armand Labrecque and Olivette (Landry) Labrecque Lavallee. He was a lifelong Nashua resident. He was the husband of Judith A. “Judy” (Leonard) Labrecque of Nashua, and former husband of Sherryl (Boyer) Labrecque-Cote.
Mr. Labrecque worked as a sales rep for Bellavance Beverage Co. In Nashua for more than 30 years. He had played high school baseball and was signed by the Baltimore Orioles of the American League and was sent to their AA minor league team, where he was a pitcher. He was also an Army veteran, stationed in Hawaii. |
Mr Labrecque was educated in local schools and attended the former St. Louis de Gonzague Parochial School.
He graduated from Nashua High School in 1963. During his high school years, he played baseball on the Purple Panthers varsity team. He was later inducted into the Nashua High School Hall of Fame. Besides his wife, survivors include two sons and a daughter-in-law, Craig and Terri Labrecque and Kyle Labrecque, all of Nashua; a grandson, Spencer Labrecque of Nashua; a brother and sister-in-law, Paul and Joan Labrecque of Nashua; and several nieces and nephews.
He graduated from Nashua High School in 1963. During his high school years, he played baseball on the Purple Panthers varsity team. He was later inducted into the Nashua High School Hall of Fame. Besides his wife, survivors include two sons and a daughter-in-law, Craig and Terri Labrecque and Kyle Labrecque, all of Nashua; a grandson, Spencer Labrecque of Nashua; a brother and sister-in-law, Paul and Joan Labrecque of Nashua; and several nieces and nephews.
IRENE (LAFLOTTE) MAJOR
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OBITUARY - Irene (Laflotte) Major, 78, of Londonderry, NH, widow of Richard D. Major, passed away peacefully at her home, Wednesday evening, May 10, 2023, after a period of declining health. A resident of Londonderry for many years, Irene was born in Nashua on July 11, 1944, a daughter of the late John and Lea (Bilodeau) Laflotte. Irene grew up on Gaffney Street in Nashua and was a graduate of Nashua High School, Class of 1963. She had been employed with the Londonderry Police Department as a dispatcher and file clerk until her retirement on November 28, 2005.
In her leisure time, Irene enjoyed gardening, feeding animals and traveling. Irene and her husband Richard were married on June 20, 1964 and shared 41 years together until his passing in 2005. |
SANDRA (LASALLE) GOUMAS
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OBITUARY Sandra G. (LaSalle) Goumas , 52 of 6 Revere St. Nashua died Wed. Aug. 5, 1998 at home. Mrs. Goumas was employed by the former Indian Head Bank and the Fleet Bank for 20 years. Before that she was employed by Impco for four years. She enjoyed hobbies of crafts and poetry. She attended Nashua schools and was a graduate of Nashua High School, Class of 1963.
Mrs. Goumas was born in Manchester, on Sept. 29. 1945, daughter of Evelyn (Babcock) Leonard and the late Leon H. LaSalle. She moved to Nashua in 1950. Besides her mother, survivors include her husband, James Goumas, two sons and a daughter-in-law, Jason and Heather Goumas of Lexington, KY and Jeffrey Goumas of Nashua, a brother and sister-in-law, Larry and Judy LaSalle of Nashua and a sister and brother-in-law, Marsha and Jay Giltz of Mansfield, Ohio. |
DONALD LAVOIE
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OBITUARY - Donald A. Lavoie, 76, a lifelong Nashua resident, passed away at his home, Monday morning, November 22, 2021, after a period of declining health. Born in Nashua on November 7, 1945, he was a son of the late Albert Leo and Germaine Mary (Roy) Lavoie. Don grew up in the French Hill neighborhood and attended the former St. Francis Xavier Parochial School. A graduate of Nashua High School Class of 1963, Mr. Lavoie enlisted into the Air Force on September 17, 1963 and served until August 5, 1967 and held the rank of Airman First Class.
After his military service, Don was employed with Nashua Corporation from 1968 to 2000. During his 32 years there, he worked in many capacities to become a laboratory technician. |
An active sportsman, Don played for the Nashua Corporation Men’s Slow Pitch Softball Team and later served as coach of the team that won the 1977 New Hampshire State Industrial Slow-Pitch Championship title. In 1990, Don received certification from the Amateur Softball Association of America, after completion of the national softball umpire school in Lewiston, Maine. In his leisure time, Don was a fan of the Boston sports teams.
Members of his family include his wife of 54 years, Jeanne C. (Picard) Lavoie, whom he married on October 28, 1967; his children, Janice A. Lavoie, Kenneth A. Lavoie and predeceased by an infant daughter, Donna Jean Lavoie; a sister, Juliette Smith; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Barbara and Joe Levesque, Roland N. Jr. and Linda Picard, and Diane Morgan; also nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents, Don was also predeceased by his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Roland N. and Susie E. (Dutton) Picard; and his brother-in-law Donald B. Picard.
Members of his family include his wife of 54 years, Jeanne C. (Picard) Lavoie, whom he married on October 28, 1967; his children, Janice A. Lavoie, Kenneth A. Lavoie and predeceased by an infant daughter, Donna Jean Lavoie; a sister, Juliette Smith; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Barbara and Joe Levesque, Roland N. Jr. and Linda Picard, and Diane Morgan; also nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents, Don was also predeceased by his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Roland N. and Susie E. (Dutton) Picard; and his brother-in-law Donald B. Picard.
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DIANE (LAUDANI) DUNBAR
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Diane passed away on April 29, 2016 from complications of a brain tumor. If more information becomes available, we will add it at a later time.
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ROBERT LEDOUX
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OBITUARY - Robert V. Ledoux, 43 of 4 Nesenkeag Dr., died Thursday April 27, 1989 at Sand Lake Hospital, Orlando Florida after a sudden illness. He was born July 30,1945, in Nashua, son of Ernest A and Irene (Dolbec) Ledoux of Nashua, He was a 1963 graduate of Nashua High School and a 1967 graduate of the University of New Hampshire.
He was a veteran of the United States Army and had served in Vietnam. My Ledoux was employed by Honeywell Bull of Billerica, MA, as a computer product developer. He was active with the Litchfield Little League and the Litchfield soccer program. Mr. Ledoux was a communicant of St John the Evangelist church in Hudson, |
ROGER LEVESQUE
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Roger I. Levesque, 75 of McLean, VA passed away unexpectedly on May 29, 2021 due to cardiac arrest. Roger was born and raised in Nashua NH and graduated from Nashua High School in 1963. He met his wife Liana in New York and they were married in 1970. Roger had a career in IT: Systems Analysis, Database Administration, System Administration and Data Warehousing.
Roger liked to read, travel, cook fancy stuff and enjoyed the times that he went dancing and ice dancing. Roger and Liana had no children but shared a long, wonderful and loving marriage. |
MAUREEN LYONS HILL
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OBITUARY Maureen C. (Lyons) Hill, 54, of 9 Leslie Lane, Nashua, died Wed. Feb. 23, 2000, at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston. Mrs. Hill was born Jan. 8, 1946, in Lawrence, MA, daughter of the late John F. and Gretchen (Bistany) Lyons Rogers. She was the wife of William F. Hill, to whom she had been married for more than 36 years.
Mrs. Hill worked as an inspector for Diacom in Amherst. She had also worked as in inspector for Kollsman. She enjoyed knitting, growing plants and gardening. She also enjoyed collecting bells. |
Mrs. Hill graduated from Nashua High School in 1963. Besides her husband, survivors include three sons, William B. Hill and his fiancée, Christine Carceo, Shawn S Hill and Jeffrey C. Hill, all of Nashua; her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Archie and Antosa hill of Nashua; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Daniel D. and Evelyn Lyons and Richard W. and Ruth E Lyons, all of Nashua; three sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Diane S. Hill of Webster, Susan B Hill-Blouin and her husband, Bob Blouin and Beverly A. Hill-Smith and her husband James Smith, all of Nashua and Richard P. Hill of Hudson; a grand niece, a grand nephew and several nieces, nephews and cousins
MYRA (MAKER) ROEBUCK
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OBITUARY - Myra J. Roebuck, 74, longtime resident of Milford, NH, died on July 24, 2018 at Crestwood Healthcare Center, Milford. She was born in Dexter, Maine on February 25, 1944, a daughter of John H. and Isabella C. (Kinney) Maker. She was raised and educated in Nashua, NH and graduated from Nashua High School, Class of 1963. Myra made her home in Milford for the past 47 years and formerly lived in Nashua, NH for many years. She was a member of the Granite State Antique Auto Club, Milford Bowling League, Granite Grange #7, Milford and had also attended the Milford Methodist Church. In her earlier years, she was a 4-H Leader.
Myra was a loving mother and devoted grandmother whose greatest joy came from spending time with her family. She was predeceased by her first husband, Richard L. Mills who died in 1975 and her second husband, Carl H. Roebuck who died in 2011. |
Family members include her son and daughter-in-law, Steven R. and Christine Mills of Amherst, NH; her daughter and son-in-law, Cassandra A. and Glenn Burnham of New Durham, NH; two grandchildren, Sarah E. Mills and Richard L. Burnham; two nephews, Glenn Richard and Scott Richard.
IRENE (MANDRAVELIS) DESTAFANO
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OBITUARY - Irene (Mandravelis) Destefano, 73, of Ipswich passed away on November 1, 2018. She was born in Lynn on July 22, 1945, the daughter of the late Rose Mandravelis. Irene graduated from high school in Nashua, N.H., and returned to school in her late 40s; she graduated with honors from NSCC in Lynn, receiving her associate’s degree. Irene resided in Lynn and Swampscott for most of her adult life before moving to Derry, N.H., and later Ipswich.
Irene found great joy in her grandchildren, and that is how she will be remembered. She is survived by her daughter, Kim DeStefano, of Lynn; her son, Matthew DeStefano, and his wife, Melissa, of Danvers; and her cherished grandchildren, Madison and Alexis Wise and Cole DeStefano. |
She also leaves her brothers: Phillip Madravelis and his wife, Kathy, of Foxboro; and David Mandravelis of Prentiss, Maine; as well as a niece and nephew, Ashley and Joseph Mandravelis. Irene was predeceased by brothers Paul and Peter Mandravelis and sister Mary Dracopoulos. She will be greatly missed by all the hearts she touched.
DOUGLAS MELLIN
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OBITUARY - Douglas Richard Mellin, 73, of Powder Hill Drive, Franconia NH and 27 Chestnut St., Exeter NH, died Wednesday, January 16, 2019 from complications of ALS: a curse without a cure. Born May 23, 1945, Doug was the son of Marion and John Mellin of Alds Street, Nashua and a 1963 graduate of Nashua High School where he was a member of the ski team.
In 1968, Doug received an Associates Degree in Civil Engineering from the Franklin Institute, Boston. He was a 1973 graduate of UNH achieving his BS in Community Development and later interned at SENH Regional Planning. Doug became Exeter's first Town Planner, where he worked from 1973-1985. He later served as Operations Manager at Hampton Public Works Department for 18 years, retiring in 2008, setting his sights on designing a post and beam home in his beloved White Mountains, with a view of Cannon Mountain. Doug was a veteran of the Air National Guard, serving from 1968-1974. |
Along the way Doug encountered a familiar gal from The Exeter News-Letter Co., where he regularly dropped off legal notices for publication. The occasion; a 1976 Bicentennial celebration at Phillips Exeter Academy which provided a breathtaking experience beneath a star-studded sky, with Arthur Fiedler conducting and a massive canopy of fireworks mingling with a carpet of twinkling stars. The historic celebration was the perfect setting from which a 43 year romance was launched. Married July 28, 1979 to Gayle (Marcotte), originally of Nashua, the couple built a home on Watson Road in Exeter. Their property quickly expanded to a mini-farm after receiving a lamb as a wedding present. Doug spent many nights in their small barn overseeing births. He loved gardening and maintained several varieties of apple trees and berry patches. In November, 1980, a son, Craig Robert, was joyfully welcomed into wondrous surroundings at 60 Watson Road.
"Not a seeker of fortune and fame, just a fun-loving player in life's unpredictable game", Doug loved the outdoors and nature. He made it a priority to accelerate his quest for adventure following his preliminary ALS diagnosis in May 2017, scheduling a second Europe river cruise, two new camping trips with friends to Nova Scotia and Glacier National Park and revisiting six favorite ski destinations out west and a new one at Revelstoke, BC in the spring of 2018, a trip to Sedona, Ariz., to rendezvous with his son, Craig.
Boating on the great Atlantic with friends fishing, scuba diving and occasionally dropping anchor at Gosport Harbor at the isles of Shoals where spectacular moon rises and sunsets often enhanced their nautical experiences. Scuba diving in the Caribbean among wondrous sea creatures was another recreational delight, on a week-long sail in Belize with Captain Bevin and his mate at the helm, the most spectacular of all.
In winter he sought ski adventures with family and friends and was a ski instructor at Loon Mountain for12 years, and skied Cannon as time allowed. Doug planned dozens of ski trips out west which only encouraged his enthusiasm for travel, eventually launching at least five trips to European Alps and on occasion, a cultural side trip would be integrated (Florence/Alagna and Venice/Dolomites).
In Franconia, he resumed the game of golf, when not fishing, gardening, biking or traveling. He was a member of the Bethlehem Country Club, playing in two leagues. In recent years, Doug cherished the opportunity to join former Nashua High golfers for some informal rounds in southern N.H.
Doug is survived by his wife, Gayle, a step daughter, Stacey Foote and his son Craig. Doug and Craig adopted their motto "Carpe Diem" after staying at a hotel of the same name during a ski trip in Switzerland; an ideal which Doug carried to his last days. Thanks to Santa, a "Carpe Diem" flag flutters proudly on the banks of the Parker River at Craig's home in Newbury.
"Fortunate to have great friends and lifelong love of his son and wife", Doug's inspiring spirit will endure within us
"Not a seeker of fortune and fame, just a fun-loving player in life's unpredictable game", Doug loved the outdoors and nature. He made it a priority to accelerate his quest for adventure following his preliminary ALS diagnosis in May 2017, scheduling a second Europe river cruise, two new camping trips with friends to Nova Scotia and Glacier National Park and revisiting six favorite ski destinations out west and a new one at Revelstoke, BC in the spring of 2018, a trip to Sedona, Ariz., to rendezvous with his son, Craig.
Boating on the great Atlantic with friends fishing, scuba diving and occasionally dropping anchor at Gosport Harbor at the isles of Shoals where spectacular moon rises and sunsets often enhanced their nautical experiences. Scuba diving in the Caribbean among wondrous sea creatures was another recreational delight, on a week-long sail in Belize with Captain Bevin and his mate at the helm, the most spectacular of all.
In winter he sought ski adventures with family and friends and was a ski instructor at Loon Mountain for12 years, and skied Cannon as time allowed. Doug planned dozens of ski trips out west which only encouraged his enthusiasm for travel, eventually launching at least five trips to European Alps and on occasion, a cultural side trip would be integrated (Florence/Alagna and Venice/Dolomites).
In Franconia, he resumed the game of golf, when not fishing, gardening, biking or traveling. He was a member of the Bethlehem Country Club, playing in two leagues. In recent years, Doug cherished the opportunity to join former Nashua High golfers for some informal rounds in southern N.H.
Doug is survived by his wife, Gayle, a step daughter, Stacey Foote and his son Craig. Doug and Craig adopted their motto "Carpe Diem" after staying at a hotel of the same name during a ski trip in Switzerland; an ideal which Doug carried to his last days. Thanks to Santa, a "Carpe Diem" flag flutters proudly on the banks of the Parker River at Craig's home in Newbury.
"Fortunate to have great friends and lifelong love of his son and wife", Doug's inspiring spirit will endure within us
TERESA (MARDEN) PROVOST
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OBITUARY Terri L. (Marden) Prevost, was called safely home on August 31, 2007. Born in Lawrence, MA, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Stella (Davis) Marden. She lived for many years in Nashua, NH and graduated from Nashua High School in 1963 before moving to Belchertown in 1978 where she was a communicant of St. Francis of Assisi.
Terri worked as a caregiver for the handicapped for 23 years, and loved each of her clients. Terri enjoyed reading, taking trips to the casinos in Las Vegas, and Connecticut; but her greatest joys were her grandchildren. |
Terri was the beloved wife of 30 years to Gerard "Jerry" Provost; the loving and devoted mother of Eric W. Cloutier and his wife Jamie L. of Maryland; Jody L. Cloutier and his wife Danielle M. of Belchertown, Lisa L. Forest and her companion Adam Dulude of Belchertown and the late Brian K. Cloutier who predeceased her in 1989; a dear sister to Robert Marden and his wife June of Florida; and a cherished grandmother to her pride and joys Mara Anne, Autumn Lynn, Jordan Lee, Justin Lee, Jessica Lauryn and Nicholas Brian; and also leaves several loving nieces, nephews, family members and friends
ARMAND MICHAUD
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OBITUARY Armand “Chuck” Michaud, 62, of 2 Independence Drive entered into the loving arms ofJesus, Thursday, May 3, 2007, at the Hyder Family Hospice House. He was born May 16, 1945, in New London, CT, the son of Armand J. and Cecile (Levesque) Michaud and has lived in this area since 1976. He graduated from Nashua High School and went on to graduate from Keene State College where
he received his Bachelor’s Degree and then did his graduate work at Rivier College where he received his Master’s Degree in Education. Chuck was a Rehabilitation Counselor II for the Department of Education for the State of New Hampshire where he worked for 31 years prior to retiring in 2006. He provided services for the visually impaired for job placement. |
Being blind himself, he could relate easily to others who were visually impaired. He was a member of the Christian Worship Center in Barrington where he was a Deacon and also a 17-year member of the Board of Trustees. He was an avid sportsman and enjoyed reading. Members of his family include his wife of 22 years, Elaine (Chetirko) Michaud of Dover; his loving children, David M. Chetirko of Dover and Katherine R. Chetirko of Brooklyn, NY; his sister, Constance Kudalis and her husband, Anthony, of Nashua; 2 nieces, Sue Ducharme and her husband, Arthur, of Merrimack and Donna Boucher and her husband, Norman, of Merrimack; and his two guide dogs, Hobbes and Amore
BARBARA MILLINA
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OBITUARY - Barbara Anne Millina, 77, lifelong resident of Nashua and Hudson, New Hampshire, passed away on July 17, 2022, at Southern New Hampshire Medical Center after a brief period of declining health.Barbara was born on April 16, 1945, in Nashua, daughter of the late Bennie Millina and Phyllis (Polak) Millina. She was an active scholar in Nashua schools, graduating 10th in her class in 1963 from Nashua High School. Barbara was from a Polish-Lithuanian family, and was a communicant of St. Stanislaus Parish on Franklin Street in Nashua in her youth. She was a long-time employee of BAE Systems, retiring after 45 years. In her tenure there in administration and payroll, Barbara had witnessed the transition of that company from Sanders Associates to Lockheed-Martin and finally BAE Systems. She had worked at the Canal Street location, as well as South Nashua and Hudson.
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Barbara was a bibliophile who loved to read and do crossword puzzles. She was a daily subscriber of The Telegraph, Boston Globe, Union Leader and New York Times. By breakfast, she could tell you any headline story, by lunch she knew most local stories and for dinner, she had the daily crossword puzzles finished. Movies and records also were a great hobby of hers. Barbara had an extensive collection of vinyl records and films she was proud of. She also was very fond of Benson’s Wild Animal Farm in Hudson, where she would visit with her family until its closure in 1987.
Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her brother, Thomas, in 1947, and sister, Bonnie, in 1987. Surviving family include her sister, Dorothy Rasmussen of Milford; sister, Roberta Demanche of Manchester; nephews, Andrew Demanche of Manchester, and Benjamin Millina of Amherst; niece, Stephanie Lofton and her husband, Lonnie, of Nashua; and several great-nephews and great-nieces including Jedrick, Bryella, Kenna, and Janessa Lofton; Nathaniel and Hunter Millina; and several other close friends and family.
Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her brother, Thomas, in 1947, and sister, Bonnie, in 1987. Surviving family include her sister, Dorothy Rasmussen of Milford; sister, Roberta Demanche of Manchester; nephews, Andrew Demanche of Manchester, and Benjamin Millina of Amherst; niece, Stephanie Lofton and her husband, Lonnie, of Nashua; and several great-nephews and great-nieces including Jedrick, Bryella, Kenna, and Janessa Lofton; Nathaniel and Hunter Millina; and several other close friends and family.
JOSEPH MITCHELL
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THOMAS MIZORIS
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OBITUARY Thomas A. Mizoras, 65, died September 26, 2010, in Parkland Medical Center. He was born in Nashua, July 3, 1945, to Anthony and Alice (Gleason) Mizoras. He graduated with a master's degree in philosophy from UNH.
He was an army veteran during the Vietnam War. He enjoyed hiking with his dog and socializing with friends. Family members include his wife of nearly 40 years, Paulette (Macolino) Mizoras of East Derry, three sons, Tony Mizoras of East Derry, Luke Mizoras of Auburn and Jeremy Mizoras of East Derry; one grandson, a sister, Mary Ann Royer of Merrimack; a brother, John Mizoras of Connecticutt, and several nieces and nephews |
WILLIAM MOLIS
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William passed away in 2018. No obituary published.
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PAUL MOREAU
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OBITUARY - Paul Samuel Moreau 70, passed away on November 4, 2015 following a period of declining health at Hyder Family Hospice House in Dover, NH. He was born February 15, 1945 in Nashua, NH. He was the son of the late Paul Emile Moreau and Doris Verville Moreau. Paul was a resident of South Berwick, ME since 2013 previously residing with his family in Hollis, NH for 39 years. Paul grew up in Nashua, NH graduating from Nashua High School class of 1963. He then went on to enlist in the U.S. Army, serving from 1963-1966. He was employed with Public Service Company of NH for 38 years, retiring in 2004.
Paul was an avid sailor and enjoyed many trips, with his family, cruising the New England coast, as well as, many distant voyages to the Caribbean. He enjoyed woodworking. His most recent project was fulfilling his dream of having a large workshop, which he completed a few years ago. |
Paul was a lifetime member of Palmer’s Cove Yacht Club in Salem, MA, The American Legion in Somersworth, NH, and former member of The American Legion in Hudson, NH
Paul was married to Joyce E. (Johnston) Moreau for 45 years. Also, surviving him are his children Jeffrey P. Moreau and his wife Megan of Colorado Springs, CO, and Robyn M. Moreau and her husband Todd C. Dunphy of Holderness, NH. His 4 grandchildren, Tyler J. Moreau and Noah P. Moreau of Colorado Springs, CO, and Owen S. Dunphy and Cameron B. Dunphy of Holderness, NH. His brother Robert D. Moreau and his wife Laurie of Myrtle Beach, SC, brother-in-law Donald Trombley of Milford, NH, his niece Leah (Prevencher) Bowzard of Summerville, SC and nephews Jarod Moreau of Amherst, NH, Jacod Moreau, and Jonah Moreau both of Manchester, NH. In addition to his parents he was predeceased by his sister Michelle Moreau Trombley. Also, several cousins, aunts, an uncle and many wonderful
Paul was married to Joyce E. (Johnston) Moreau for 45 years. Also, surviving him are his children Jeffrey P. Moreau and his wife Megan of Colorado Springs, CO, and Robyn M. Moreau and her husband Todd C. Dunphy of Holderness, NH. His 4 grandchildren, Tyler J. Moreau and Noah P. Moreau of Colorado Springs, CO, and Owen S. Dunphy and Cameron B. Dunphy of Holderness, NH. His brother Robert D. Moreau and his wife Laurie of Myrtle Beach, SC, brother-in-law Donald Trombley of Milford, NH, his niece Leah (Prevencher) Bowzard of Summerville, SC and nephews Jarod Moreau of Amherst, NH, Jacod Moreau, and Jonah Moreau both of Manchester, NH. In addition to his parents he was predeceased by his sister Michelle Moreau Trombley. Also, several cousins, aunts, an uncle and many wonderful
ROBERT MOREAU
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EVELYN (NELSON) WALKER
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OBITUARY - Evelyn Mae (Nelson) Walker, age 79, of Nashua passed away on December 1, 2023. Evelyn was born in Manchester, on March 3, 1944, to the late Myles Nelson and Louise (Holton) Nelson. Evelyn grew up in Londonderry, NH on her father’s farm until she was an early teen. She spent the remainder of her teens in Manchester and Nashua. During her senior year, Evelyn worked as a live in nanny for family friends who worked evenings and weekends. Evelyn graduated from Nashua Senior High School in 1963. She then went to work full time at Nashua Manufacturing while living with her sister in Londonderry. Evelyn met her future husband, Jim Walker in the fall of 1964 on a blind date. They were engaged by December and on June 19, 1965, Jim and Evelyn were married at the Presbyterian Church in Londonderry, NH.
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Once her young daughters were both in school full time, Evelyn worked for several manufacturing companies throughout the Nashua and Hudson areas. Evelyn worked for Delta Education Inc. (later operating as School Specialties) for over 30 years and retired in 2009. Jim and Evelyn spent many years camping in the White Mountains of NH with their daughters as they were growing up. After their daughters were grown, Jim and Evelyn still spent time in the Lincoln, NH area and Wells Beach ME on vacations. They also did a bit of travelling to include trips to Las Vegas, Florida, and a few trips to the Island of Aruba. Evelyn was an avid reader of novels and a knitter. Everyone who went to a baby shower knew when they opened “Aunt Evelyn’s gift” it would be her pastel rainbow knitted baby blanket. With her name tag carefully sewn onto it. Evelyn’s greatest joy was being Grammie to her four grandchildren. Grammie and Papa took all four of their grandchildren on vacations and day trips to include The Friendly Farm and spent many summer days at the pool where they lived. Evelyn went to every event her grandchildren were involved in whether, playing sports, performing in plays or other school activities. Evelyn was predeceased by her husband, Jim, of nearly 58 years, whom passed away in May 2023. Evelyn is survived by her two daughters, Kelly St. Pierre (Joseph St. Pierre) of Bennington and Amy Walker (Mark Trudeau) of Nashua. She leaves behind her grandchildren, Emily Newell, and Zachary Newell, both of Nashua and Priscilla St. Pierre of Bennington. Evelyn was predeceased by her granddaughter Angel St. Pierre in August of 2022. Evelyn is also survived by her sisters, Phila Brill of Manchester, Elizabeth Griffin of Westborough, MA and Jeanne Hanson of Nashua. She was predeceased by brothers, Robert and Yate Nelson and sisters, Phyllis Bourgault and Deborah Dionne.
GEORGE (SANDY) NILES
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OBITUARY – George Sanders Niles, Jr. "Sandy" aged 69, died on Friday, April 10, 2015 in Dover-Wentworth-Douglass Hospital, of cancer. He was born in Norwalk, Conn., on October 19, 1945, son of the late George Sanders Niles and Elizabeth (Meader) Niles. He was the husband of Cheryl Bucklin, formerly of New Castle, N.H.
Sandy Niles was educated at Nashua High School, class of 1963, and awarded the B.A. degree at the University of New Hampshire Durham, January 1969.He was a graduate of the Officers Candidate School, U.S. Coastguard and served on active duty from 1969-1972. |
In 1972, Sandy and Jeff Lalish started Potters Corner in Northwood, N.H. In 1977, Sandy and Cheryl built Red Horse Hill, their pottery studio in Dover, N.H. He was a juried member of The League of NH Craftsmen and displayed his pottery at the League of N.H. Craftsmens Fair in Newbury for decades. He served as president of Craft State.Sandy's other passion was the Piscataqua Hounds. Sandy cared for the hounds and established new territories for them to hunt. Earlier he and Cheryl managed the Wentworth Hunt for many seasons. In later years Sandy worked at Seacoast Media Group.
He leaves his wife Cheryl Bucklin Niles of Dover, sister, Lucy Niles Silva of Northwood, nephews, Paul Silva and his wife Donna, Mont Vernon, N.H. and Joseph Silva, Northwood, N.H., and nieces, Amanda Thacher, and her husband Jeffrey, South Berwick, Maine, and Maria Dzierzek, and her husband,. Kenneth, Topsfield, Mass., and several great nieces and nephews.
He leaves his wife Cheryl Bucklin Niles of Dover, sister, Lucy Niles Silva of Northwood, nephews, Paul Silva and his wife Donna, Mont Vernon, N.H. and Joseph Silva, Northwood, N.H., and nieces, Amanda Thacher, and her husband Jeffrey, South Berwick, Maine, and Maria Dzierzek, and her husband,. Kenneth, Topsfield, Mass., and several great nieces and nephews.
KATHLEEN (O'SULLIVAN) TOWNSEND
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OBITUARY Kathleen Elaine Townsend (O'Sullivan) (Boucher) was reunited with Vaughn Townsend, her beloved husband, and her parents, on September 29, 2012. Kathy was born on March 1, 1945 to Beatrice and Daniel O'Sullivan. She enjoyed most of her life in New Hampshire and then chose to retire to Port Aransas, TX, where she discovered "island" life and lived it to the fullest. In spite of life's difficulties, she was the best mother she knew to be, to her surviving five children; Deanna Gillette, Gerald Boucher II, Kim Tesar, Kurt Boucher and Nicole Calderone. She will be loved and missed by not only her children and their spouses, but her sisters, Pat O'Sullivan and Maureen O'Sullivan, as well as their spouses and children; her grandchildren Austin and Alexsandra Gillette; Quinlyn, Jared and Avery Tesar; Sedona and Phoebe Calderone; as well as multiple nieces, nephews and extended family and friends.
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BRENDA (PACKOR) WEISNESEE
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OBITUARY - Epping, NH – Brenda J. Packor Weisensee, 76, passed away in her sleep at her home on May 7, 2021 with her husband and caregiver Tom, and hospice there til the end. She was born in Nashua on November 6, 1944 to Stanley and Bernice Packor. She is a graduate of Nashua High School and Hesser College. B.J. worked in several medical offices in Nashua and as an office manager in Hampstead. B.J. had also lived in Texas, North Carolina, and even ran her own business in Florida before returning to Nashua in 1984. She married Tom Weisensee and they honeymooned in Italy. Together they lived in Londonderry and Epping. She was excited to meet President Bill Clinton during his reelection campaign. Brenda enjoyed traveling to California, Hawaii, The Caribbean, and all over New England.
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In addition to her husband, B.J. is survived by her sister Chris and husband Dick of Nashua and their sons Kenneth of Franconia, Brian and wife Laurie and their son Brady of Portland, ME, sister Linda Cain of Naples, FL and her daughter Cheryl Joyal and her husband Gary Blackenship of Naperville, IL, her stepchildren Tom Weisensee, Jr., and wife Carmen of Amesbury, MA and daughter Jade of Allston, MA, stepdaughter Mary Dumont of Kittery, ME and her daughter Joy Dumont, Amanda Selig, Jessica Simpson, Theresa L’Homme, Mary Dumont, and their families, stepson James Weisensee and Robin Harris of Manchester, NH. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Her ashes are retained. “Farewell Gizzy” The Silence is Deafening!
STEPHEN PASKEVICH
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OBITUARY - Stephen Cyprus Paskevich passed away after a lengthy illness in Tampa, Florida on October 30, 2018. Steve was born in Nashua, New Hampshire, May 14, 1945, the son of Michael and Frances (St. Jean) Paskevich. Growing up in Nashua, Steve graduated from Nashua High School in 1963 where he enjoyed being on the cross country team. He graduated from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute with a degree in Aeronautical Engineering and received his Master"s degree in Electrical Engineering from Villanova University. He had many interests including woodworking, computers, photography, the Boston Red Sox and New England Patriot teams and outdoor activities.
Steve is survived by his loving wife Sandra, daughters Heather Minuk (David), Trisha Dobson, and sons Jeremy Paskevich (Christy) and Joseph Paskevich. He enjoyed his five grandchildren, Daniel and Glory Minuk, Jacob and Sienna Dobson, and Miah Paskevich. Also surviving are brother, Michael Paskevich and sister, Valerie Paskevich. |
EILEEN (PAUK) SNELL
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OBITUARY - Eileen C.(Pauk) Snell, 76 of Nashua, passed away September 6, 2021, at Crestwood Center in Milford , New Hampshire, following declining health. Eileen was born in Nashua on March 20, 1945, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Blanche (Rioux) Pauk , Eileen was brought up on French Hill and graduated from Nashua high school class of 1963.
Eileen worked for Lexington press in Massachusetts for many years. Eileen enjoyed going out for lunch and playing Keno, cards and going to Foxwoods. Eileen is survived by her brother Richard Pauk of Daytona Beach, FL, several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews from Nashua and Phoenix Arizona, many cousins and close friends. special thank you to the caretakers at silver touch. Eileen was predeceased by her son Jason Snell , Her sister Shirley Carson and the love of her life Fred Snell |
RICHARD PELLETIER
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OBITUARY - Richard R. "Dick" Pelletier, 70, of Syracuse, IN, (formerly of Nashua, NH) passed away at 11:39 p.m. on Friday, April 8, 2016, at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana in Fort Wayne, IN. He was born on November 2, 1945 in Nashua, NH, to Robert Sylvio & Theresa Cecile (Deboisbriand) Pelletier. He graduated in 1963 from Nashua High School; in 1975 from Lowell Technological Institute in Lowell, MA; and was a United States Army veteran. On August 17, 1968 in Nashua, NH, he married Rachel E.B. Lebrun, who survives and they moved to Syracuse in 1989 from Richmond, VA. He previously worked at Brockway Plastics in Nashua, NH & Richmond, VA, Silgan Plastics in Ligonier, and retired from Lippert Components in Goshen after 5 years. He was a member of St. Martin DePorres Catholic Church in Syracuse & Wawasee Kiwanis Club in Syracuse, where he served as lieutenant governor of the Indiana Land of Lakes Division for Kiwanis International.
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He was a volunteer for the Syracuse Food Pantry, president of the Board of Directors at Lakeland Learning Center in Syracuse, where he spent countless hours volunteering & served on the Board of Directors for the Syracuse Park Foundation.
He was formerly involved with Rock Solid Youth Program in Syracuse, and was very instrumental in the fundraising for the Harold Schrock Youth Sports Complex in Syracuse. He received the Philanthropic Award in 2010 & the Outstanding Volunteerism Award in 2012 from the Syracuse Wawasee Chamber of Commerce, and was a recipient of Heart of Gold Award from the Kosciusko County Community Foundation in 2012. He is survived by wife, Rachel Pelletier of Syracuse; 2 sons, Kenneth (Donna) Pelletier of Claymont, DE & Scott (Chrisie) Pelletier of Goshen; 6 grandchildren; 2 brothers, David (Ruth) Pelletier & Normand (Ann) Pelletier, both of Nashua, NH; sister, Doris Pelletier of Nashua, NH. He was preceded his parents; & brother, Gerard Pelletier.
He was formerly involved with Rock Solid Youth Program in Syracuse, and was very instrumental in the fundraising for the Harold Schrock Youth Sports Complex in Syracuse. He received the Philanthropic Award in 2010 & the Outstanding Volunteerism Award in 2012 from the Syracuse Wawasee Chamber of Commerce, and was a recipient of Heart of Gold Award from the Kosciusko County Community Foundation in 2012. He is survived by wife, Rachel Pelletier of Syracuse; 2 sons, Kenneth (Donna) Pelletier of Claymont, DE & Scott (Chrisie) Pelletier of Goshen; 6 grandchildren; 2 brothers, David (Ruth) Pelletier & Normand (Ann) Pelletier, both of Nashua, NH; sister, Doris Pelletier of Nashua, NH. He was preceded his parents; & brother, Gerard Pelletier.
DIANNE PITARYS
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OBITUARY Diane K. Pitarys, 66, of Naples FL, passed away peacefully on October 9th, 2011. Naples had been her home since 1992. Born in Nashua, NH, July 20, 1945, she was the daughter of the late Christos and Xenia Pitarys. Dianne graduated from Nashua High School in 1963. She was a banker, real estate agent, and business owner. She also worked for Charles Schwab in Florida. A wife, mother and a Nana, she was a remarkable woman. Dianne was kind, loving and fiercely independent. Her grandchildren called her "Nana Cakes". She loved spending summers in New Hampshire at the beach with her family and watching sports with Jeff, Tim and Chris, then calling grandson Andrew to see who was winning. Her daughters enjoyed doing mani-pedi time with her. Amanda loved telling her about the violin. Abby and Kristina were so excited to get Nana presents in the mail. Brianna, Belle and Tommy loved their trips to the toy store with her.
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Dianne loved going on the boat and fishing, especially with Rolph. And she always remembered Ahsley's birthday. Her family will miss her very dearly. She is survived by her children, Timothy, Kristine (Andrew) Heaton, Christopher, and Kathleen (Jeffrey) Daley; and her grandchildren, Amanda, Andrew III, Brianna, Abigail, Kristina, Anna Bell, Tommy, Rolph and Ashley.
DENNIS POLINSKI
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OBITUARY - Dennis Polinski, 73, of Henderson, Nevada, died peacefully, April 19, 2018 after a courageous battle with cancer.Dennis was born on January 1, 1945 in Nashua, NH and was the beloved son of Claire (Bechard) the late William Polinski. Dennis is survived by his mother Claire of Nashua as well as his lifelong companion, Edit Rissman and many dear friends.
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MARTHA (POLLOCK) FRASER
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OBITUARY - Martha Louise “Marty” (Pollock) Fraser, of Hollis, NH, passed away on August 21, 2021. She was born in DuBois, PA on July 1, 1945, the daughter of the late Robert G. and Frances (Irwin) Pollock and was raised in Nashua, NH. Martha attended the Nashua Public Schools and graduated from Nashua High School in 1964. She was very active in the Order of the Rainbow for Girls. Upon graduation, she worked at Nashua Corporation as a transcriber and later as a typist in the Toner Department. After retiring in 1988, she discovered her passion for quilting and won many awards for her quilts. Martha was an active member of The Hannah Dustin Quilt Guild in Hudson, NH, The Bedford Friendship Guild in Bedford, NH, and The Cut-Ups in Hollis, NH. Throughout her lifetime, Martha was a member of the First Baptist Church of Nashua, Hollis Congregational Church of Hollis and Nashua Baptist Church in Nashua, NH.
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In addition to her parents, Martha was predeceased by her brother Robert J Pollock and his wife Marie of Derry, NH. Martha is survived by her life-long companion Roger A Bucknam of Hollis, NH. She also leaves behind her children: Michelle Grogan and her husband Robert of Milford, NH and Michael J. Fraser and his companion Priscilla Chamberlin of Amherst, NH; grandchildren Erica (Barrett) Brandon and her husband Ian of Nashua, NH, Shana (Fry) Mango and her husband Joshua of Franklin, NH, and Matthew Grogan and his husband Michael Sawyer of Centerport, NY; great-grandchildren Ryan, Alexis, and Madison Mango; numerous beloved nieces and nephews.
MARTHA (PRIEST) GROOME
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OBITUARY - The art world sadly lost the earthly company of a true and insightful local artist as the result of the death of Martha J. Groome, late of Arundel, Maine, on July 17, 2022. Martha was a longtime resident of both Kennebunkport and Arundel and was well known for her unique style of art, her kindness, and for her generosity to numerous local charitable causes. She was predeceased by her husband, Edgar Groome in 2007.
Martha graduated from the University of New Hampshire in 1967 with a BA degree in painting and graphics. Martha’s art has been shown throughout Maine, in numerous galleries, including in Brunswick, the Icon Contemporary Art, the Portland Art Museum, the Ogunquit Museum of American Art and in galleries in Kennebunkport, York, and elsewhere. |
She was more than a local artist though, as her work has had regular showings in Philadelphia in Larry Becker Contemporary Art, and in Dallas in Barry Whistler Gallery, where, today in both galleries, a collection of Martha’s paintings continues to be shown. Martha was an introspective person who constantly wondered what and how things were, and why they were, which wonderings influenced her contemporary art. When asked what any particular work of hers represented, she would respond by saying, “whatever you find it to represent.”
She was fiercely independent and knew her own mind. She demonstrated her independence when due to a lengthy and final illness she had to leave her home and be cared for in a nursing facility for the last six-months of her life. She often would challenge the need for particular treatment in her care in explicit terms. Eventually though, she saw the wisdom in the recommended course of treatment and assented, trying, however, not to show, either the hint of a smile or the appearance of acceptance in her eyes. Martha was known by her neighbors in Arundel and Kennebunkport for her daily jogging in the early morning hours or driving about town to complete her daily errands. She maintained beautiful flower gardens on her property, kept as much as possible in their natural state, and enjoyed the wildlife that would venture on her property from time to time, as well. Martha is survived by her sister Anne Saxe of Carlsbad, California, two nieces, Alison Carmon of San Diego, California, and Carole Lockaby of Phoenix, Arizona.
She was fiercely independent and knew her own mind. She demonstrated her independence when due to a lengthy and final illness she had to leave her home and be cared for in a nursing facility for the last six-months of her life. She often would challenge the need for particular treatment in her care in explicit terms. Eventually though, she saw the wisdom in the recommended course of treatment and assented, trying, however, not to show, either the hint of a smile or the appearance of acceptance in her eyes. Martha was known by her neighbors in Arundel and Kennebunkport for her daily jogging in the early morning hours or driving about town to complete her daily errands. She maintained beautiful flower gardens on her property, kept as much as possible in their natural state, and enjoyed the wildlife that would venture on her property from time to time, as well. Martha is survived by her sister Anne Saxe of Carlsbad, California, two nieces, Alison Carmon of San Diego, California, and Carole Lockaby of Phoenix, Arizona.
PETER RETKEWICZ
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OBITUARY - Peter Daniel Retkevicz,76, a lifelong resident of Nashua, NH, passed away on January 22, 2021 in Cape Coral, FL. He was born December 26, 1944, in Nashua, NH to Peter G. and Julia (Karawski) Retkevicz.Peter attended St. Casmir’s church throughout his childhood. After graduating in 1963 from Nashua High, he spent two years in Vietnam while serving in the U.S. Army. Peter was known to work hard and play hard. While working the night shift at Anheuser-Busch, he started a successful plating and chroming company, Rethz Light Metals, in Nashua. His business prospered because he lived by the motto “do a job right or don’t do it at all”. It was paramount to him that he always provided for his family and fulfilled their every need. Peter was a lover of golf, making many friends at Green Meadow golf course. Winning or losing didn’t matter to him, as long as it was fun and he could make others laugh. He enjoyed having people around and was able to make friends with anyone. He was generous and caring, with a large loving heart. Peter liked keeping his lawn green and his flowers blooming. He was able to cook up a delicious meal at the drop of a hat
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Or anyone who might show up at his door. He sent people away with doggy bags, and his dogs always ate as well as he did. However, he loved nothing more than being alongside his loved ones, especially his grandsons. Peter’s greatest joy was watching the boys play hockey and baseball, as he had as a child. He was extremely proud of his family, as his family was equally proud of him.
He is survived by his beloved companion, Dena Levy of Cape Coral; loving children, Chad Retkevicz and his son, Tyler of Nashua, NH, and Jay Retkevicz and his sons, Gavin and Brian of Litchfield, NH; sister, Susie Boyd and her husband, Ed of Hudson, NH; as well as his dog, Molly.
He is survived by his beloved companion, Dena Levy of Cape Coral; loving children, Chad Retkevicz and his son, Tyler of Nashua, NH, and Jay Retkevicz and his sons, Gavin and Brian of Litchfield, NH; sister, Susie Boyd and her husband, Ed of Hudson, NH; as well as his dog, Molly.
BARBARA (RICHARD) MORES
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OBITUARY Barbara J. Mores, 57, of Birch Ridge Trail, Nashua, and formerly of Pine Hill Road, Hollis, died unexpectedly Friday, Sept, 27, 2002, at her home. Mrs. Mores was born July 8, 1945, in Nashua, daughter of Patricia (Barouski) Richard and the late Omer Richard.
She was the widow of Ralph M. Mores, who died Feb. 27, 2001. Mrs. Mores had been employed by the Windsor Nursing Home and Greenbriar Terrace Healthcare as a nurse. |
DANIEL ROSS
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OBITUARY Daniel Henry Ross, 49 of 13 Gillis St. died March 4, 1995 at the Southern NH Regional Medical Center. Born in Nashua, son of the late Henry and Germaine Ross. He was the husband of Micheline Carrier Ross. Lifelong resident of Nashua, educated in Nashua schools and a 1963 graduate of Nashua High School. Mr. Ross was a licensed master electrician in four states, employed by Richardson Electrical Co. of Seabrook as a project manager. U.S. Air Force veteran of the Vietnam War and served with the 463rd Troop Carrier Assault Wing. For many years he was involved with the NH electrical Contractors Association, a charter and life member serving as educational chairman, on the Board of Directors, vice president and president.
He was a member of the V.F.W. Post 483, American Legion Post 3, Lone Pine Hunters Club and a life member of the Disabled American Veterans. |
He was a communicant of Infant Jesus Church. The family includes his wife Micheline Carrier Ross of Nashua, one son David Ross of Hudson, one daughter Nancy Ross of Hollis; one sister Suzanne Matylewsi of Nashua; also several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Services from the Antil-Rochette & Son Funeral Home. Mass of Christian burial celebrated at Infant Jesus Church. Burial in St. Louis Cemetery, Nashua.
DAVID SARASIN
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OBITUARY David A. Sarasin, 56 of 156 Camp Sargent Road in Merrimack, died Tues. March 27, 2001 at his home. Mr. Sarasin was born Feb. 1, 1945, in Fitchburg, MA, son of the late Francis W. and Ilan (Andersen) Sarasin. He was a resident of Merrimack for more than 20 years, having previously lived in Nashua.
He was the husband of April (Ryan) Sarasin. Mr. Sarasin worked at Sylvania for 27 years in Nashua, Hillsborough and Manchester. He was a member of Club National for more than 30 years. Mr. Sarasin was an Army Veteran of the Vietnam War. He was a 1963 graduate of Nashua High School. Mr. Sarasin was predeceased by a brother, Francis W. Sarasin Jr. Besides his wife, survivors include two sons, Eric Sarasin of Nashua and Andrew Sarasin of Presque Isle, Maine; three daughters, Wendy Sarasin, of Nashua, and Alyssa and Ashley Sarasin, both of Presque Isle; and two grandchildren, Andrea and Alex Sarasin of Nashua. |
MEREDITH SEACE
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PETER SWABOWICZ
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OBITUARY - Peter Stanley Swabowicz, Jr., age 79, of Nashua, NH, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, February 26, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Peter was the husband of Suzanne Swabowicz with whom he shared 53 loving years of marriage. He was the son of the late Peter and Adellia Swabowicz. Peter is survived by his children: Amy and Joseph Jordan, Ed and Jennifer Swabowicz, and Carrie and Vince Curtis. He was also the proud, doting grandfather to Peter Jordan, Thomas Jordan, Hannah Swabowicz, Haleigh Swabowicz, Brody Curtis, Mason Curtis, Alison Gibbs, Melanie Curtis and fiancé Matthew Burke, and his great grandchildren Silas, Moses, Juniper, Lily, and Sammy. He is also survived by his brother Michael Swabowicz, his sister Nancy Asimakopoulos, and many in-laws, nephews, and nieces, all of whom he loved dearly. He was pre-deceased by his in-laws Roland and Yolande Gagnon, sister Elaine and Roland Dionne, sister-in-law Patricia Swabowicz, and nephew Peter Dionne.
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Peter was born on June 22, 1943, and raised in Nashua, NH. Following his education in Nashua schools, Peter served in the Army in Vietnam and was a police officer in Nashua where he retired as a Lieutenant in 1990.
Peter was best known for being a generous family man. Peter loved fiercely and his family was everything to him. He was ever present in our lives. Every one that met him could attest to how much he loved and cared for his family through his sometimes-embellished stories of their adventures and successes. He was always there for everyone whether they needed support, love, a few bucks, or some advice. His grandchildren loved him dearly whether they were laughing at his shenanigans, being teased, listening to his words of wisdom, or simply enjoying time with their Grandpa Pete. His phone call check-ins will be so missed by all.
Peter had many interests. You could find him placing a bet on the horse races at the casino, playing bid whist with his kids and grandkids, going out to dinner at a local eatery, shopping for bargains, or simply running a few errands for his children.
Most of all, Peter loved spending time with his wife, Sue. Together, they enjoyed traveling the world with family and friends. Peter loved to spoil his children and grandchildren with vacations like nothing else. They have countless memories from Disney, Universal, Cruises, Shin Pond, and his favorite destination, Aruba where he travelled for over thirty years and made lifetime friends.
Peter was best known for being a generous family man. Peter loved fiercely and his family was everything to him. He was ever present in our lives. Every one that met him could attest to how much he loved and cared for his family through his sometimes-embellished stories of their adventures and successes. He was always there for everyone whether they needed support, love, a few bucks, or some advice. His grandchildren loved him dearly whether they were laughing at his shenanigans, being teased, listening to his words of wisdom, or simply enjoying time with their Grandpa Pete. His phone call check-ins will be so missed by all.
Peter had many interests. You could find him placing a bet on the horse races at the casino, playing bid whist with his kids and grandkids, going out to dinner at a local eatery, shopping for bargains, or simply running a few errands for his children.
Most of all, Peter loved spending time with his wife, Sue. Together, they enjoyed traveling the world with family and friends. Peter loved to spoil his children and grandchildren with vacations like nothing else. They have countless memories from Disney, Universal, Cruises, Shin Pond, and his favorite destination, Aruba where he travelled for over thirty years and made lifetime friends.
JONATHAN TALBOT
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Jonathan passed away on 4/12/1997. No further information is available
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MARY JANE TATE
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ELAINE THERIAULT
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DENISE (THERIAULT) HARMON
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OBITUARY - Denise A. Harman of Nashua, wife of Martin J. Harman, passed away at her home, Wednesday morning, February 14, 2024. A lifelong Nashua resident, she was born on July 14, 1945, a daughter of the late Simeon D. and Annette (Guerette) Theriault. Educated in local schools, Denise was a graduate of Nashua High School Class of 1963. During her working career, she was employed as an Administrative Assistant at a local nursing home and later at TILL (Toward Independent Living & Learning, Inc.) of Nashua. Denise also worked part-time at Fortin Gage, Ltd.
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Members of her family include her husband, “Marty”; her brother-in-law, William G. Shepard of Tucson, AZ. In addition to her parents, Denise was predeceased by her sister, Marcia R. Shepard. Denise also leaves several cousins, Friends of Vine Street and Harris Road. The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the staff’s at The Courville at Nashua and Home, Health and Hospice Care. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Home, Health and Hospice Care at https://www.hhhc.org/how-to-help/memorial-gifts/
ELAINE (THERRIEN) MOREAU
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OBITUARY - Elaine Marie (Therrien) Moreau, 68, a resident of Enfield for most of her life, died late Sunday afternoon, Jan. 27, 2013, at Chestnut Point Health Care Center of East Windsor surrounded by her loving family.
She was born in Hartford, a daughter of the late Paul and Yvette (Oullette) Therrien. Elaine was employed for several years in the customer service department of the Jonathan Harland Checking & Printing Co. of Enfield, as well as formerly being employed at the Enfield Stop & Shop. She was a communicant of St. Martha Church and a former CCD teacher for many years. Some of her favorite pastimes included spending time with her family, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, as well as knitting and crocheting. |
She leaves her four loving sons, Timothy P. Moreau, and his wife, Lesa, Patrick H. Moreau, and his wife, Stacy, and Christopher G. Moreau, all of Enfield, and Michael A. Moreau of Ellington; her former husband, Eugene G. Moreau of Enfield; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
LOUIS THIBODEAU
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OBITUARY Louis (Lou) Thibodeau , 71 of Windham, N.H. left this life, Sunday, June 19, 2016 at Lahey Clinic in Burlington, MA., after a brief illness. At the time of his passing, he was comforted by his wife, Nancy and his daughter, Laura at his side. Lou was born in Nashua, N.H. on August 31, 1944 and attended Nashua schools, graduating from Nashua High School, class of 1963. While in high school, Lou was a three sport athlete, playing baseball, football and track where he set the state record at the time in the javelin event.
Following high school, Lou proudly served his country with the U.S. Army during the Vietnam era and was stationed in Germany for two years, where he was honorably discharged with the rank of Sergeant. Upon his return from military service, he earned an associate degree in Business from Hesser College and began a career at Nashua Corporation, where he worked for 41 years. Beginning as a Lab Tech and ending as a Purchasing Manager and Director of specialty paper sales. |
Lou was an ardent sports fan, loyally following the New England Patriots and Boston Red Sox and he coached Little League baseball and Pop Warner football for many years As an adult, he was an outstanding softball player, known for his playing ability at 3rd base and his penchant for hitting home runs. Loved to fish, especially tarpon fishing in Islamorada, Fl., which he frequented often. Lou taught many of the family’s children how to fish at his lakefront home. At the end of the day, he would take all of them for a pontoon boat ride on Cobbetts Pond, allowing each one an opportunity to be the captain of the boat for a portion of the ride. They will all miss Uncle Lou.
Lou was predeceased by his father, George Thibodeau, his mother, Theresa Thibodeau, brothers, George Thibodeau Jr. and Brian Thibodeau. He is survived by his loving wife, Nancy who was his constant companion and best friend. He was a beloved father to his two children, daughter, Laura Archer, his adoring granddaughters, Shelby and Chelsea Archer who know him as Grandpa Lou and his son Daniel Thibodeau. Members of his family include his loving brother, Paul Thibodeau, and his wife Merita, their son, Aaron Thibodeau, Sisters, Carita Harr and her husband Lee, their two sons, Chris Riendeau and Todd Riendeau, Pamela Riendeau and her husband Denis and daughters, Kendra Belanger, Taylor Riendeau. and son, Nicholas Riendeau, Melissa O’Connor and her husband, John and grandson, Nolan, Matthew Caron and his wife Carolyn. Numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces/nephews and longtime friends and colleagues. He will truly be missed by all, but never forgotten.
Lou was predeceased by his father, George Thibodeau, his mother, Theresa Thibodeau, brothers, George Thibodeau Jr. and Brian Thibodeau. He is survived by his loving wife, Nancy who was his constant companion and best friend. He was a beloved father to his two children, daughter, Laura Archer, his adoring granddaughters, Shelby and Chelsea Archer who know him as Grandpa Lou and his son Daniel Thibodeau. Members of his family include his loving brother, Paul Thibodeau, and his wife Merita, their son, Aaron Thibodeau, Sisters, Carita Harr and her husband Lee, their two sons, Chris Riendeau and Todd Riendeau, Pamela Riendeau and her husband Denis and daughters, Kendra Belanger, Taylor Riendeau. and son, Nicholas Riendeau, Melissa O’Connor and her husband, John and grandson, Nolan, Matthew Caron and his wife Carolyn. Numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces/nephews and longtime friends and colleagues. He will truly be missed by all, but never forgotten.
DOLORES (VAN NESS) DREW
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OBITUARY. Dolores Sandra (VanNess) Drew of The Villages, Florida, just shy of her 75th birthday, passed away Thursday, March 26, 2020 peacefully in her home with her loving husband, Paul Allen Drew, by her side. She was born on April 1, 1945, in Nashua, New Hampshire (no, she was not happy to be an April fool’s baby…), and was a 1963 graduate of Nashua High School. On May 14, 1966, she married her one true love, Paul, at St. Francis Xavier Church in Nashua, and during their 53 happy years of marriage together, they made their home in Hudson, Litchfield, and Hampton, New Hampshire prior to retiring to Florida.She was a beloved Wife, Mother, Memere, Grand-Memere, Sister and Aunt. She was predeceased by her mother, Thelma A. (Therriault) Van Ness, her grandson, Noel G. Drew-Huckins, and her nephew, Jeffrey R. Robert. In addition to Paul, she is also survived by a daughter Christina M. Enkler and her husband John J. Enkler, Jr. of Poughkeepsie, NY, daughter Melissa M. Drew and her partner Keith D. Murray of Tilton, NH, grandchildren Kathleen M. (Enkler) Steber and her husband Christopher, John J. Enkler III, Liam P. Drew-Huckins, and her great-granddaughter, Lillian M.N. Steber, her sister, Judy M. Robert and her husband Richard J. Robert, as well as many nieces,
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nephews, extended relatives, and remarkable friends. Her grandchildren and great-granddaughter were the shining lights of her life, she treasured them so. Dolores had so many wonderful talents. She was an accomplished seamstress, quilter, cake decorator, businesswoman. She volunteered her time on many interests, loved acting in plays in her youth, and coached cheerleading above being an award-winning cheerleader herself. She was an amazing cook and baker. She was also a lover of light houses and seafood, which took her and Paul on some epic tours of light houses all over the east coast. All who knew her will remember her kindness and generosity.
CAROL WATSON
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OBITUARY Carol Ann Watson, 57 of 677 W. Hollis St., Nashua, died late Monday afternoon, April 7, 2003, at the Community Hospice House in Merrimack. Miss Watson was born Dec. 11, 1945, in Boston, daughter of the late Spurgeon Cecil and Mina May (Higgins) Watson. She had resided in Nashua since 1950.
She had been employed at Sprague Electric until the company closed and then worked for A.C. Moore in Nashua. Miss Watson enjoyed watching the Red Sox and completing word search puzzles. She also loved her black Labrador Retriever, “Maggie.”. She graduated from Nashua High School, class of 1963. Survivors include a sister and brother-in-law, Joan and Michael Morse of Nashua; two nephews, Jeffrey Morse and his wife, Karen, of Nashua and Loren Morse and his girlfriend, Jamie Weil, of Boston; a niece, Sonya Cattanach and her husband, Shaun, of Waterbury, Vt.; and a grandnephew, Joey Morse of Nashua. |
NEIL WATSON
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Neil was tragically murdered at age 42 in Nashua in January 1987, and his body tossed into the Merrimack River.
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RONALD WENTWORTH
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OBITUARY - Ronald “Ron” Layton, of Nokomis, FL passed away on July 7, 2019 from idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. He was 73. Ron was born on September 30, 1945 in Portland, ME to Frederic “Wes” and Stella Wentworth.
Ron is a US Army Combat Veteran. He served during the Vietnam war and was honored for bravery with the Bronze Star Medal. Survivors include wife, Joy Wentworth of Nokomis, FL; brother-in-law, Fred Day; four cousins, Donnie Hall, Nancy Cobb, Fred Hall, and David McCuvrey; two nieces, Leona and Kelley. Ron is predeceased by parents Wes and Stella Wentworth. |
BRENDA (WHITE) SERGEANT
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OBITUARY - Brenda Fredricke (White) Sergeant, 72, of Concord, NH, passed away peacefully at her home on September 23, 2017.
Ms. Sergeant was born in Nashua on June 29, 1945, a daughter of the late Donald Grant and Julianna Fredricke (Jensen) White. Throughout her career, she had worked in the banking industry, starting as a teller for the former Nashua Trust Company and finishing as a manager in the Concord area. She enjoyed crafts and especially knitting and needlepoint. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends whenever she could. Over the years, she has also had several pets. She was educated in Nashua and was a graduate of Nashua High School (South). |
Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her brother, Allan G. White. Brenda is survived by her sisters and brothers-in-law, Donna and Gary Pittman of Charlotte, VT and Carol and Richard Austin of Moultonborough, NH; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
There are no visiting hours. A Graveside Funeral Service will be held at Edgewood Cemetery, Nashua on Friday morning, October 6, 2017 at 10:00 AM. Friends and family are invited to attend. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider a memorial donation to the NH Humane Society, 1305 Center Road, Meredith, NH 03246 (www.nhhumane.org) or your local humane society.
There are no visiting hours. A Graveside Funeral Service will be held at Edgewood Cemetery, Nashua on Friday morning, October 6, 2017 at 10:00 AM. Friends and family are invited to attend. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider a memorial donation to the NH Humane Society, 1305 Center Road, Meredith, NH 03246 (www.nhhumane.org) or your local humane society.
PATRICIA WIXON
OBITUARY - Patricia F. Wixon, 71, died peacefully at her home on Monday, October 30, 2017.
Pat was born in Boston, MA on February 21, 1946 and was the daughter of the late Joseph and Pauline (Murphy) Wixon. After graduating from Nashua High School, she continued her education and earned an Associate's Degree from Mount Ida College. In 1995, she graduated Cum Laude with her Bachelors of Science from Rivier College. She continued her education and earned her MBA from Rivier College in May of 2001.
For the last few years, Pat was employed as the bookkeeper at the Parish of the Resurrection and also at St. Stanislaus Church, both in Nashua.
Pat is survived by her sister Barbara Bechard and her husband Ron of Londonderry; her two nieces, Sue Bechard and her wife Chase Barnes of Merrimack and Kathi Bernstein and her husband Charlie of Murray, UT. She is also survived by her two grandnieces, Heather and Lauren; her extended family Donnie & Danny and their children; Wade & Renee and their children; Jill & Justin and many cousins and dear friends.
Pat was born in Boston, MA on February 21, 1946 and was the daughter of the late Joseph and Pauline (Murphy) Wixon. After graduating from Nashua High School, she continued her education and earned an Associate's Degree from Mount Ida College. In 1995, she graduated Cum Laude with her Bachelors of Science from Rivier College. She continued her education and earned her MBA from Rivier College in May of 2001.
For the last few years, Pat was employed as the bookkeeper at the Parish of the Resurrection and also at St. Stanislaus Church, both in Nashua.
Pat is survived by her sister Barbara Bechard and her husband Ron of Londonderry; her two nieces, Sue Bechard and her wife Chase Barnes of Merrimack and Kathi Bernstein and her husband Charlie of Murray, UT. She is also survived by her two grandnieces, Heather and Lauren; her extended family Donnie & Danny and their children; Wade & Renee and their children; Jill & Justin and many cousins and dear friends.
KENNETH WOJNAR
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OBITUARY - Kenneth F. “Ken” Wojnar, 73, a resident of Plaistow, NH, for the last forty years, died on November 14, 2017 at Holy Family at Merrimack Valley Hospital after being stricken earlier in the day. Born in Lawrence, MA, the son of Walter and Doris (Monroe) Wojnar, he was raised and educated in Lawrence and later moved to Pelham, NH, attending local schools. He attended Lawrence Central Catholic High School and graduated from Nashua High School with the Class of 1963. An Army veteran of the Vietnam War, he served honorably as a Specialist 4 and was a recipient of the National Defense Service Medal, The Vietnam Campaign Medal and The Vietnam Service Medal. Mr. Wojnar worked as a Central Office Technician for New England Telephone & Telegraph, Bell Atlantic, Nynex and Verizon, retiring after forty-five years of service. Following his retirement, he has been happily working for the past seven years at the Goudreault Farm on Newton Road in Plaistow.
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Ken was a member of I.B.E.W., Cedardale Health and Athletic Club, Haverhill, MA and the Racquet Club, Salem, NH. An avid racquetball player, he competed four nights a week and especially enjoyed teaching younger students the finer points of the game. He loved international traveling, dining out and working with his friends, The Goudreault Family at their farm. Mr. Wojnar had a great sense of humor and was always ready with a litany of jokes and stories. He will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his wife of forty-nine years, Dorothy M. “Dottie” (Hersey) Wojnar and several nieces and nephews, especially Greg Perkins of Stockton Springs, Maine and Samantha Perkins of Portland.
NIEVE (YOUNG) GREENLEAF
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GEORGE ZINKUS
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George died in Diamond Bar, CA on July 25, 2007. No other information is available.
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IT'S ALWAYS SOMETHING.......
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"I wanted a perfect ending. But now I've learned the hard way..... that some poems don't rhyme, and some stories don't have a clear beginning, middle, and end. Life is about not knowing, having to change, taking the moment and making the best of it, without knowing what's going to happen next." Gilda Radner (1946-1989) |
AND FROM THE IRISH........
In life, there are only two things to worry about --- either you are well, or you are sick. If you are well, there is nothing to worry about, but if you are sick, you have two things to worry about --- either you will live, or you will die. If you live, there is nothing to worry about, but if you die, you have two things to worry about --- either you will go to heaven or you will go to hell. If you go to heaven, there is nothing to worry about, but if you go to hell, you'll be so busy renewing acquaintances with all of your friends from the Nashua High School Class of 1963, you won't have any time left to worry!
In life, there are only two things to worry about --- either you are well, or you are sick. If you are well, there is nothing to worry about, but if you are sick, you have two things to worry about --- either you will live, or you will die. If you live, there is nothing to worry about, but if you die, you have two things to worry about --- either you will go to heaven or you will go to hell. If you go to heaven, there is nothing to worry about, but if you go to hell, you'll be so busy renewing acquaintances with all of your friends from the Nashua High School Class of 1963, you won't have any time left to worry!
