Barbara (Burnham) Cady, 92, of Hudson, widow of George A. Cady, Jr., passed away peacefully on Tuesday afternoon, April 17, 2018 at her home at Laurel Place.
A longtime resident of Hudson, Mrs. Cady was born in Nashua on December 10, 1925, a daughter of the late John and Mabel (Forbes) Burnham. Educated in local schools, Barbara was a graduate of Nashua High School Class of 1943.
Barbara and George were married in 1947 and together raised their family in Hudson, before settling in York, Maine in 1983. The couple shared 65 years together until George’s passing on Easter Sunday, April 8, 2012.
Members of her family include her three children, Steven Cady and his wife Darthy, Patricia Clark and her husband Matthew, and Timothy Cady and his wife Ann; five grandchildren, Christopher Clark and his wife Marie, Peter Clark and his wife Karen, Eric Cady and his wife Jenny, Paul Cady, and Emily Cady and her fiancé Tyler Marquis; two great-grandsons, Owen and Tyler Clark; a sister, Martha “Dibby” Fortier; also, many nieces, nephews and cousins.
In addition to her husband and parents, Barbara was predeceased by two sisters and three brothers-in-law, Marjorie “Icky” and William “Bill” Bryant, Natalie and George “Bud” Rogers, and Walter “Wally” Fortier.
Barbara’s family would like to thank the wonderful staff and nurses who took such great care of her during her recent years at Laurel Place – their caring, kindness, skills and attention to her needs was very much appreciated.
SERVICES: There are no calling hours and a private graveside service will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a favorite charity of one’s choice or perform a random act of kindness for someone in her memory.
Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua. (603) 882-0591. www.farwellfuneralservice.com
