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   Jeanette Petit Renna, 82, of Nashua, widow of Richard M. Renna, passed away Thursday afternoon, May 8, 2025, with her loving family by her side after a period of declining health.  

   A native of Queens, New York, Jeanette was born on May 10, 1942, a daughter of the late Leopold and Lena (Lombardi) Petit. Jeanette grew up in Queens and attended Saint Clements Parochial School. She graduated from Jamaica Vocational High School with the class of 1959.   

   In addition to raising her five children, Jeanette was employed at General Electric in New York City and after moving to Nashua in September of 1979, she worked in the Human Resource office of Digital Equipment Corporation in Merrimack. Jeanette also worked for Oxford Health Plans and United Healthcare.

    Jeanette loved music and played the Accordian. She especially loved spending time with her family, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a communicant of the Parish of the Resurrection.

    On June 8, 1963, Jeanette and her husband “Richie” were married in Queens, NY and shared 42 wonderful years together until his passing on December 20, 2005.

    Members of her family include her five daughters, Grace A. Martin and her husband Brian, Pamela A. Renna and her partner Eve DeGrazia, Rochelle M. Renna and her partner Jennifer Gibbs, Jeanette L. Caron and her husband Brian, and Melissa A. Sprague and her husband Christopher; five grandchildren, Joshua, Jacqueline, Julia, Sofia and Edward; three great-grandchildren, Colton, Myles and Cameron; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. One of nine children, Jeanette was predeceased by her eight brothers and sisters.

    Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Wednesday, May 14^th from 4 to 8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in the Parish of the Resurrection, 449 Broad Street, Nashua, Thursday, May 15^th at 10 a.m. Interment will follow in St. Francis Xavier Cemetery. Friends are invited to attend. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jeanette’s memory to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, https//danafarber.jimmyfund.org. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com 

   Theresa G. (Doucet) Drouin, 84, of Nashua, widow of Eugene H. “Red” Drouin, passed away peacefully Saturday morning, May 3, 2025 at the Community Hospice House in Merrimack after a courageous battle with cancer.            

   Born in Hudson on May 16, 1940, she was a daughter of the late Edward and Gabrielle (Lachance) Doucet. Educated in Hudson schools, Terry was a graduate of Alvirne High School class of 1959.  

   Terry worked at the Hunt Community for twenty years as a dietary supervisor. She also cleaned homes for some prominent Nashua families.

    In her leisure time, Terry enjoyed bingo, traveling, watching crime tv and taking long walks. She especially loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and loved attending their many sporting events. She hated to miss an event and she was their biggest cheerleader. Terry was an avid Boston Celtics fan and enjoyed watching games on TV. Earlier in her life, Terry played guitar in a band with her sisters. They sang on radio station WSMN in Nashua and the former Lone Star Ranch in Merrimack.

    Terry and her husband “Red” were married on July 30, 1961 and shared 39 years together until his passing on July 30, 2000,  

   Members of her family include a son, Kevin E. Drouin and his significant other of 30 years, Tabitha; a daughter, Tammie L. Jarry and her husband Brad; eight grandchildren, Kurtis Drouin, Katie Shepard, Alexandria Hoskins, Owen Hoskins, Trevor Drouin, Payton Jarry, Savannah Drouin and Sophia Jarry; three great-grandchildren, Jacob Drouin, Alea Drouin and Myla Robillard; also nieces, nephews and cousins.

     In addition to her husband and parents, Theresa was predeceased by her sisters, Jeanne I. Doucet and Lorraine I. Guay.

   Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Friday, May 9^th from 5 to 8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. John III Parish (Infant Jesus Church) 121 Allds Street, Nashua, Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10 a.m. Interment will follow at St. Patrick Cemetery in Hudson. Friends are invited to attend and asked to kindly meet at church. Donations may be made in her memory to the Community Hospice House, 7 Executive Park Drive, Merrimack, NH 03054.  To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com  

June Ives (Bouley) beloved mother and nana passed away on April 17, 2025 surrounded by family. Daughter of the late Harry and Molly Bouley (Martin) she was born on August 10, 1931

June and her late husband Earl were married 74 years and were long time residents of Merrimack, NH before moving to Port Richey, Florida in 2017. She lived a life filled with love, and genuine kindness that touched all that knew her. Her greatest joy was being around her extended family. She also enjoyed reading and painting.  She was a longstanding member of the Jehovah’s Witness Congregation of Merrimack.

She was predeceased by her husband Earl Ives and son Earl Ives Jr. She is survived by daughter and son-in-law Cynthia and Danny Lyford of Nashua, NH,  daughter Kathy Miner of Port Richey, FL, son and daughter-in-law Timothy and Barbara Ives of Nashua NH, son Gregory Ives of Concord NH, daughter Mary McCarthy of Port Richey, FL, son and daughter-in-law Mark and Cindy Ives of Hernando Beach, FL, daughter and son-in-law Sandra and Tom Russell of Port Richey, FL, daughter Crystal Ives  of Amherst, MA, daughter Cheryl Hill of Bellingham, WA, daughter and son-in-law Beth and Paul Hemenway of Hudson, FL and dozens of grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

Services will be held at The Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses 59 Wire Road Merrimack, NH on Saturday, May 10, 2025 2:00 p.m. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com

   Estelle C. (St. Onge) Boucher, 95, of Nashua, widow of Robert L. Boucher, passed away at her home, Thursday morning, May 1, 2025.          

   A lifelong resident of Nashua, she was born on July 5, 1929, a daughter of the late Alfred W. and Lorraine E. (Ackerman) St. Onge. Estelle and her family resided in the French Hill neighborhood of this city and was a graduate of Nashua High School class of 1948.  

   Estelle was a communicant of St. Patrick Church for many years. She enjoyed listening to Opera music.

   In addition to her parents, Estelle was predeceased by her husband Bob, with whom she shared 61 years together; her sister and brother-in-law, Dorraine F. “Do” and Maurice A. Ouellette.     

   Members of her family include a daughter and son-in-law, Kathleen “Kathy” and Stephen Busby of Merrimack; two grandsons, Christopher and Nicholas Busby; her niece, Denise M. Montminy of Pelham; her husband Bob’s aunt, Virginia McQuarrie of Bath, ME; and her longtime caregiver and friend, Anzhelika B.

    The family wishes to express special thanks to Estelle’s neighbors for their care and kindness.

   Family and friends are invited to the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Friday, May 9^th beginning at 1:30 p.m. followed by a Prayer service in the funeral home at 2:30 p.m. Private interment will take place in St. Francis Xavier Cemetery on Monday. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com  

Harry Edward Russell, Sr, of Goffstown NH passed away peacefully on April 30, 2025 at the age of 87, after a brief illness.  He was born in Woburn, MA on June 5, 1937 to Samson and Bessie (McKenzie) Russell.  After high school, Harry’s love for the military led him to the Air Force at the age of 17 where he received his GED and stations in both Madrid and the Azores.

While on leave from the Air Force, Harry met his first wife Edith (Guest) Russell. They were later married and had five children, Janet (Francisco) Ginja, Deborah Morrisette, Sandra (Daniel) Riedy, Harry Russell Jr, and John (Nicole) Russell.

After Harry’s tour in the Air Force, he was hired to work alongside his father Samson in Boston at a local fish market.  Harry was later hired at Anheuser-Busch in 1972 where he worked as a maintenance supervisor for over 20 years.  Harry’s dedication to Anheuser-Busch was clear to anyone who knew him, and his decades of hard work was rewarded with an early retirement from Anheuser-Busch in 1992.

It was during his 20-year career at Anheuser-Busch that Harry met Bonnie (Sico) Russell.  They were married on November 1, 1980, and spent the next 44 years together until Bonnie passed away on March 9, 2025.

In 1983, Harry received his pilot’s license and took great pride in being able to yell “Clear Prop”, turn the key, and zoom off into the sky with family and friends.  Hardly a week went by without Harry visiting Nashua’s Boire Field and taking a Cessna out for a spin.  A flight with Harry was often met with breakfast at a local airfield or maybe even a flight to Martha’s Vinyard if time permitted.  A return to his favorite chair back at home was met with an ice-cold Budweiser and a well-earned nap.

Harry and Bonnie lived together in Nashua, NH until 1994 when they traded the cold New England winters for the warmth of Las Cruces, New Mexico.  It was in New Mexico that Harry and Bonnie enjoyed the warm weather, explored the beauty of New Mexico by car and motorcycle, and traveled to far reaching destinations like Italy and Hawaii.

Harry was an avid walker and spent virtually every morning in Las Cruces under the shadow of the Organ Mountains enjoying the roadrunners and jackrabbits that scampered about.  Harry and Bonnie’s love for animals led to the adoption of dogs Charlie and Sammi and cats Oscar, Felix and Lotti.  Harry also made sure the neighborhood birds were well fed.

In 2022, Harry and Bonnie moved back to New Hampshire settling in Goffstown to be closer to family and friends.  A visit to Goffstown often included a game of checkers and watching military history shows.

Harry was predeceased by his brothers Harold (Margaret) Russell, Samuel (Barbara) Russell, Roderick (Mary) Russell, Everett (Kate) Russell, Herbert (Mary Madonna) Russell, and sister Anne (Don) Paron.  Harry was also a proud grandfather to six grandchildren Ryan, Jordan (late), Evan, Jacquie, Nicholas and Macie and a great grandfather to Luisa.

Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, Tuesday evening, May 6^th from 6 to 8 p.m. followed by a service. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com.

*A Celebration of Life is being planned, please check back for updates for this event.

   Sally A. (Hall) Hudon, 91, a long time Nashua resident, widow of Leo Hudon, Jr., passed away early Wednesday morning, April 30, 2025 at Langdon Place, after a period of declining health.           

   Born in Holden, Massachusetts on July 13, 1933, she was a daughter of the late Albert V. and Jessie W. (Foster) Hall. During her early years, Sally and family made their home in Hudson for a time before moving to Nashua. She was educated in Hudson and Nashua schools and was a graduate of Nashua High School.

   In addition to raising her family, Sally was employed as an operator for the former New England Telephone Company and continued her career at Sanders Associates and BAE Systems.  She later worked in the cafeteria of Main Dunstable Elementary School in Nashua.

    Sally and Leo were married on September 25, 1953 and made their home on Harris Road for many years. The couple shared over 37 years together until his passing on in February 1991,  

   Members of her family include her son and daughter-in-law, Alan L. and Jean M. Hudon of Westminster, CO; her daughter and son-in-law, Karen S. “Kay” and Brian Fierley of Nashua; three grandchildren, Nathan Fierley and his wife Kerri, Daniel Fierley of Nashua and Nichole Hudon of Denver, CO; two great-grandchildren, Mason Fierley and Piper Fierley both of Nashua; also many nieces and nephews. One of eight children, Sally was predeceased by her brothers, Kenneth, Jack, James, Douglas, Gilbert and Rufus Hall; and her sister, Lillian Beland.

   A private celebration of her life will be held for her family. Sally will be laid to rest next to her husband in St. Louis Cemetery in Nashua. Donations may be made in her memory to the Humane Society for Greater Nashua, 24 Ferry Road, Nashua, NH 03064 or the Alzheimers Assocation, MA/Nh Chapter, 166 South River Road, Bedford, NH 03110. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua. 

Stephen (Steve) Alexander Kozsan of Hollis, NH died peacefully on April 29, 2025, at Community Hospice House in Merrimack, NH; two days shy of his 63′ birthday. His wife, Regina, was by his side. Rich in life and love, Steve lived out his mantra of “family, faith, friends” daily.

Steve was born in Massena, NY on May 1, 1962 to Alexander Kozsan and Claire (Lantry) Kozsan. He attended Sacred Heart School and the Massena School System. He graduated from Massena High School in 1980 in the top of his class. He was a member of the National Honor Society and class Vice President. He played soccer and hockey.

In 1984, Steve graduated from Le Moyne College in Syracuse where he met his wife Regina and made many lifelong friends. He earned a bachelor’s degree in accounting and was a member of the Hockey Club and the Jesuit Honor Society Alpha Sigma Nu. Upon graduation, Steve was recruited by Price Waterhouse to work in their Syracuse, NY office; eventually relocating to the NYC/NJ office to be closer to Regina.

Steve adored his family. Regina and Steve were a great team, together for more than 40 years and married 36 years this August. They loved each other deeply and were the best of friends. Together they built a beautiful family with three children: Sarah (Kozsan) Fazio (husband Paul Fazio), Matthew Kozsan and Kaitlyn Kozsan. Steve loved being a father and was incredibly proud of his children. He was thrilled when he became “Papa” to his granddaughters Isabelle and Adeline.

Family time was always Steve’s priority; he particularly enjoyed spending time together on Lake Winnipesaukee and traveling. Steve also cherished his close relationship with siblings Cynthia (Kozsan) Ott (husband James Ott), Mark Kozsan and James Kozsan (wife Brenda).

Friendships held significant meaning for Steve as he maintained many long-term relationships from all aspects of his life: Massena, Le Moyne, Hollis, Lake Winnipesaukee, church and work. Everyone loved his fun spirit, smile, positive energy and spirituality.

Steve had an illustrious career in finance and was a Certified Public Accountant. His most recent role was Chief Financial and Operating Officer at Shrink Packaging Systems in Nashua, NH. He previously served as Chief Financial Officer of Dynex Technologies. A significant part of his career was at C.R. Bard. Through acquisitions he moved to Boston Scientific and Becton Dickenson (BD). Prior to retiring from Becton Dickinson, he was Vice President of Finance and Controller of Global Manufacturing Operations. Many of his former colleagues have remarked on what a wonderful, kind person Steve was, mentoring countless people over the years. He remained close with many of his colleagues.

In September 2022, Steve was diagnosed with glioblastoma, an aggressive and fatal brain cancer. He was determined to beat the odds, which average less than 14 months. Always an overachiever, he lived more than two and a half years from diagnosis with great quality of life. Steve raised awareness for glioblastoma research over the past two years by participating in the Dana-Farber Jimmy Fund Walk on “Team Steve: Survive and Thrive.”

Steve never let the tumor deter him from the activities he loved. He would often be seen paddleboarding on Lake Winnipesaukee, coffee mug in hand and the family dog Riley along for the ride (sometimes Tucker too). He also loved to be outdoors; boating, walking, gardening and working out whenever possible. A talented water skier, Steve was up on one ski first try as recently as last summer. With a seemingly endless supply of energy, friends and family joked that he logged more steps in an average morning than most people do in days. He also never missed an opportunity to break out ‘the twist’ on the dance floor at weddings.

When many people face hardship, they turn away from their faith. Instead, Steve leaned into it and found great strength. He was an active member of Parish of The Resurrection, where he attended daily mass and rosary, and developed wonderful friendships through the men’s group.

Steve was the type of man who thanked his wife for dinner, held doors for her, and brought her flowers from his beautiful gardens. He could be silly and always had a smile. He was extremely intelligent and kind. He will be missed beyond words.

Steve is survived by his wife Regina (Moynihan) Kozsan; his children Sarah (Kozsan) Fazio and her husband Paul Fazio, Matthew Kozsan and Kaitlyn Kozsan; his granddaughters Isabelle and Adeline Fazio; his siblings Cynthia (Kozsan) Ott (husband, James Ott), Mark Kozsan and James Kozsan (wife, Brenda Kozsan), and countless other loved ones.

Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Thursday, May 8^th from 4 to 7 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in the Parish of the Resurrection, 449 Broad Street, Nashua, Friday, May 9^th at 10 a.m. Interment will follow in St. Francis Xavier Cemetery. Friends are invited to attend. In lieu of flowers donations can be made in Steve’s memory to: Parish of the Resurrection, 440 Broad Street, Nashua, NH 03063; “Team Steve: Survive and Thrive”-Dana-Farber Jimmy Fund Walk, http://danafarber.jimmyfund.org/goto/TeamSteve; or Community Hospice House, 7 Executive Park Drive, Merrimack, NH 03054. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservicce.com

Elaine Dolly (Gagnon) Poulin passed on to her eternal reward on Saturday, April 26, 2025, after a brief illness.   Born in Nashua, NH, she was the daughter of the late Henry “Buster” and Catherine (Dolly) Gagnon.  She attended Sacred Heart School and graduated from Mount St. Mary Seminary in Nashua.  She worked at Second National Bank, as a dental assistant for Dr. Robert W. Lavallee, First Federal Savings Bank, in safe deposit for Bank of NH, and as a cemeterian for St. Patrick and Holy Cross Cemeteries.   But the job she said she loved the most was that of a wife to the late Victor C. Poulin, and the mother of Catherine E. Poulin of Nashua.

She was predeceased by her brothers-in-laws, Derek Canfield, William Cogger, and Valmor Poulin, Jr., as well as her sister-in-law, Lucille Poulin.   Besides her daughter, she is survived by her sister, Dorothy Cogger, of Newburyport, MA, her brother, Richard “Butch” Gagnon and his wife Diane Gagnon, of Apache Junction, AZ, along with many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.

The family wishes to thank the medical teams at Southern NH Medical and Community Home Health and Hospice of Merrimack for their kindness, care and compassion.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the NH Red Cross, 2 Maitland St., Concord, NH 03301 or St. Louis Parish, 48 West Hollis St., Nashua, NH 03060.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Louis de Gonzague Church, 50 West Hollis Street, Nashua, Thursday, May 1^st at 10 a.m. Interment will follow at St. Patrick Cemetery in Hudson. Friends are invited to attend and kindly asked to meet at church. Arrangements are in the care of the Farwell Funeral Service, 18 Lock Street, Nashua. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com

   Karlene I. (Watkins) McClure, 67, a resident of Merrimac, Massachusetts for over twenty years, passed away Friday, April 18, 2025 at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston after a brief illness.           

   Born in Chelsea, MA on May 26, 1957, she is a daughter of Carole Louise (Lees) Bolduc and the late Alfred William Watkins. During her early years, Karlene resided in Africa, Portugal, Somerville and Buzzards Bay, MA during her father’s military service.

   A graduate of Somerville High School Class of 1975, Karlene furthered her education at the former Somerville School of Nursing, graduating as a Registered Nurse.

    Her 40 years as a registered nurse included work at several hospitals. For many years, Karlene was an emergency room nurse at Lahey Hospital in Burlington, MA.

    Karlene was an avid reader, enjoyed candlepin bowling, fishing and loved her many dogs, Papa, Murphy, Millie girl, Molly and Chase.

    Members of her family include her mother, Carole L. Bolduc of Nashua; her sister, Louise D. Fici and her husband Cosimo of Nashua; her brothers, Clinton Watkins and his wife Debbie, and Robert Bolduc; also two nieces, three nephews, a grandniece, four grandnephews and many cousins.

    Family and friends are invited to the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Saturday, April 26^th from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. followed by a service at 3 o’clock. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com  

   Gloria M.J. Giel, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 17, 2025, at the age of 95.           

   A longtime resident of Merrimack, New Hampshire, Gloria shared forty-eight beautiful years of marriage with her loving and devoted husband Walter.  

   She worked for 18 years at Nashua Corporation in the computer products division where she was known for her hard work and kind spirit. Outside of work, she had a passion for sewing, bird watching and crafting. But above all, Gloria cherished the time spent with her family, which brought her the greatest joy.     

   Gloria was a loving mother to five children, two of whom preceded her in death, Daniel and Gerard Raby. She is survived by her husband “Wally” and three children, Denise Grant, Maurice Raby and Michelle Pellerin; several grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great-grandchildren; all of whom brought her immense pride and happiness and memories she created with them. Gloria’s gentle spirit, strong Catholic faith and creative soul left a lasting impact on everyone who knew her. 

    Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Monday afternoon, April 28^th from 2 to 4 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Our Lady of Mercy Church, Baboosic Lake Road in Merrimack, Tuesday, April 29^th at 9:30 a.m. Interment will take place at the New Hampshire Veterans Cemetery in Boscawen, Tuesday afternoon 1 p.m. Friends are invited to attend. To leave an online message, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com

George E. Oulundsen, Jr., 86, a longtime resident of Nashua, passed away peacefully on Sunday afternoon, April 13, 2025, after a period of declining health, with his wife by his side.

Born in West Hartford, Connecticut, on January 11, 1939, George was the son of the late George E. and Margaret (Roche) Oulundsen. He grew up in West Hartford and was an Eagle Scout. George furthered his education at Providence College, where he graduated with a BA degree, and later received a MS from the University of Connecticut. He served in the Army Reserves for 17 years, achieving the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.

In 1969, George began a long career as an Applications Engineer with Millipore (now MilliporeSigma) in Laurel, Maryland, and continued with the firm in Bedford, Massachusetts, until his retirement after 50 years in 2019.  During his long career, he co-authored a patent and formed enduring friendships with his co-workers, he affectionately referred to as his MilliporeSigma family.

Since moving to Nashua in 1972, George became deeply embedded in the community, forming a vast network of lifelong friendships. He actively participated in various local organizations, taking particular pride in his contributions to Home, Health & Hospice Care and serving as the Chairman of the Committee to study new technology for a trash-burning power plant.  In his leisure time, he enjoyed gardening, a plethora of DIY projects, and was an avid reader of history and science.  George was incredibly active and supportive of his grandchildren and could be found in various hockey rinks, lacrosse fields, dance competitions and school events throughout the Northeast.

In addition to his parents, George was predeceased by his first wife, Judith (Webster) Oulundsen, who passed away in May 1982, and his brothers, Terry Oulundsen and Harry Oulundsen.

George is survived by his wife of 38 years, Elaine J. (Keech) Oulundsen, whom he married on March 13, 1987; his sons and daughters-in-law, George E. III and Carole of Belchertown, MA, and Nils O. and Pamela of Exeter, NH; four grandchildren, George E. “Ted” IV, Owen, Max, and Lily; two sisters-in-law, Judy Buckley (widow of Terry Oulundsen) of Durham, NC, and Ellen Oulundsen (widow of Harry Oulundsen) of Ponte Vedra, FL; and many nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, on Thursday, April 24th, from 4 to 7 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Joseph The Worker Church, 777 West Hollis Street, Route 111, Nashua, on Friday, April 25^th at 10 a.m. Interment will follow in Edgewood Cemetery. Friends are invited to attend.  A reception will follow the services – all are welcome.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Home Health & Hospice Care at Options for Giving ⋆ Home Health & Hospice Care; or the Nashua International Sculpture Symposium at Get Involved – Nashua International Sculpture Symposium

To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com

   Frederick Ray McIntosh, 82, a longtime Mont Vernon resident, passed away at his home, Sunday afternoon, March 30, 2025 after a period of declining health.           

   Born in Brookline, New Hampshire on September 5, 1942, he was the son of the late Gertrude M. (Wilkins) Stewart Corkins and Clyde Stewart. Ray grew up in Hollis and was educated in Brookline and Hollis schools.

   Ray was employed as an automotive technician with the Department of Public Works in Milford for 37 years.

   In his leisure time, Ray enjoyed racing cars, motorcycles, fishing and hunting.

   Members of his family include his four children, Holly Reilly, Tammy Stewart, Lissa Vincent and Allen McIntosh; six grandchildren, Jessica Caswell, Jeremiah “JR” Reilly, William Gilbody, Hailey Vincent, Landon Smith and Orianna Horne; four great-grandchildren, Jaelynn Caswell, Shay Caswell, Lyla Gilbody and Greyson Gilbody; his sister, Edith L. Stewart; and a niece, Roxanne Salas. In addition to his parents, Ray was predeceased by a nephew, Ross Nularczk.  

   Family and friends are invited to the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Friday, April 18^th from Noon to 1:00 p.m. followed by a graveside service at Pine Grove Cemetery in Brookline, NH at 1:30 P.M. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com  

   Peter W. Casey, 78, of Hooksett, NH, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday afternoon, April 8, 2025.            

   A resident of Hooksett for many years, he was born in Lynn, Massachusetts on September 25, 1946, a son of the late Gerald V. Sr. and Evelyn A. (Girouard) Casey. During his youth, Peter made his home in Lynn and Peabody, MA, Palm Beach, Florida and Hudson, NH. A graduate of Alvirne High School Class of 1964, Peter enlisted in the Navy on September 9, 1964 and served aboard the USS Aucilla. He held the rank of Seaman and was honorably discharged on September 8, 1966. He was involved in the Santo Domingo Crisis and awarded the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal and National Defense Service Medal.  

   Peter began his career at Nashua Corporation as a research chemist for 17 years and continued at International Tape Company in Windham until his retirement in 2005.

   In his leisure time, Peter was an avid pool player and won many trophies. In his younger years, he played baseball and soccer; and enjoyed the challenge of solving cross word puzzles and playing solitaire. Peter also loved traveling to the Maine seashore for vacations with his family. He will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle.

   Members of his family include his wife, Kathleen R. (McCauley) Casey, whom he married on December 3, 1977 and shared over 47 years together; his daughter, Pamela J. Casey; four grandchildren, Aimee Cancro and her husband Jordan, Melanie Carrier and her fiancée Christian Davis, Joshua Carrier and Spencer Ladd; two great-grandchildren, Anthony and Zachary Cancro; his brother, Gerald V. Casey, Jr.; sister-in-law, Ginnie McCauley and her son Billy McCauley; nieces and nephews, Robert Allison and his wife Justine and their daughter Eleanor Allison; Gary Allison and his wife Andrea and their daughter, Sarah; Lori Bellerose and her husband Ray and their children, Raymond and Shanelle.

   In addition to his parents, Peter was predeceased by his sister and brother-in-law, Claire and Richard Allison; and his nephew, Michael Allison.

     A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Patrick Church, 29 Spring Street, Nashua, Wednesday, April 16^th at 9:30 a.m. Interment and Navy Funeral Honors will follow at St. Patrick Cemetery in Hudson. Family and friends are invited to attend and will gather at the church. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua.

Sandra Jane Skladany, age 77, passed away peacefully at Fairview Senior Living in Hudson, NH, on March 7, 2025. She had been a resident of the long-term care facility since September 2023, where she earned the nickname “The Mayor” for her warm smile and outgoing personality—she knew all the staff members’ and residents’ names, and was the first to welcome newcomers when they moved in.

Sandra is predeceased by her father William Swartz, mother Jane (Fritchman) Swartz, fiancé Albert Budro, and brother-in-law Anthony Salerno.

She is survived by her daughter Elizabeth of Boston, MA; sisters Deborah Queeney of Little Elm, TX, and Diane Salerno of Roswell, GA; and brother Daniel Swartz and his wife Carolyn of Westfield, NJ. She also leaves behind seven nieces and one nephew and their families, whom she adored and relished spoiling with elaborate gift packages for holidays and their birthdays.

Sandra was born in Bethlehem, PA, on August 5, 1947. She grew up in Iselin and Gillette, NJ, graduating from Watchung Hills Regional High School in Warren, NJ, in 1965. She went on to become a highly skilled secretary who could type upward of 100 words per minute. Later in life, she began a new career as a home health aide, a job she was made for. She loved her clients and took great joy in caring for them.

Outside of work, Sandra was an avid reader and movie-goer. She also delighted in family vacations at the New Jersey Shore and New Hampshire Seacoast. She had elegant taste and decorated her dwellings over the years with cherished antiques, prized works of art (many featuring giraffes, her favorite animal), and a sparkling blown glass collection. She was a devoted Christian with a deep faith, worshipping over the years at Community Chapel Church of the Nazarene and Christian Bible Church in Nashua, NH. She was particularly active in organizing activities and outings for senior parishioners, with the Butterfly Place in Westford, MA, being a favorite destination.

Sandra’s family wishes to express our deepest gratitude to the compassionate staff at Fairview Senior Living and Home Health & Hospice Care of Southern NH. They are exceptionally skilled, tender, and attentive caregivers who made her final months joyful and serene, and she appreciated them so much. They also provided—and continue to provide—incredible support to her family as they process their loss.

Her family will be holding a small private memorial later this year. In lieu of a public celebration of life, we ask that you honor her memory by donating your time or other resources to a charitable cause close to your heart. In addition to faithful tithing, Sandra was extremely generous through other channels, most notably Compassion International, where she sponsored a child named Grace for over 15 years. Nothing would make Sandra happier than knowing her spirit of giving lives on with her loved ones.

The Farwell Funeral Service, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, assisted the family with arrangements. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com

   Joseph T. Ristem, 70, of Nashua and formerly of Salem, NH, passed away at his home, April 1, 2025.           

   A resident of Nashua for over 30 years, he was born in Methuen, Massachusetts on April 3, 1954, a son of the late John P. and Mary (Gentile) Ristem. Joe grew up in Salem and was educated in local schools.   

  Joe began his career as a car salesman for some local automotive dealerships. He continued working as an audiologist with his father and later worked at the Army Navy Store in South Nashua.

    A talented guitarist, Joe played with several bands. He enjoyed working on his cars in his leisure time.

    Joe is survived by his brother, Thomas J. Ristem of Salem, NH; and many cousins.

   There are no formal services at this time. Joe will be laid to rest at Saint Anthony’s Cemetery in Methuen, MA. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com  The Farwell Funeral Service, 18 Lock Street, Nashua is assisting the family with arrangements. 

    Theresa L. Roberge, a lifelong resident of Nashua, passed away early Saturday morning, March 29, 2025.           

   Born in Nashua on June 29, 1925, she was a daughter of the late Amedee J. and Mary E. (Chouinard) Roberge. Theresa was a graduate of Nashua High School and Nashua Business College. She was employed as the office manager at Towers Motor Parts for many years.

   She was predeceased by her parents and her siblings, Bertrand B. Roberge, Bertha L. Roberge and Florence G. (Roberge) Sullivan and her husband Robert.

    Theresa is survived by her niece, Donna Levine and her husband Jeffrey; her grandnephew, Joshua Levine and his partner Ami Angelowicz; her grandniece, Jordana Wasylyshyn and her husband Adrian; and her beloved great grandnieces, Lyla and Evelyn Wasylyshyn.

   Anyone who came in contact with Theresa would agree that she emanated joie de vivre and enjoyed life to the fullest. Her family would like to especially thank the devoted staffs of Aynsley Place and Compassus for their love and care and for brightening her last years.

    Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Tuesday, April 1^st from 4 to 6 p.m. A private graveside service will take place in Woodlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com