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   “Bob” Robert Allan Stawasz, 74, of Nashua, is now telling jokes in heaven after passing away unexpectedly from a heart attack on Tuesday morning, July 11, 2023 at Lowell General Hospital in Lowell, MA.
Bob was a devoted and loving husband, father, and Grampy. He was a voracious reader, collector of Nashua historical memorabilia, and lover of good wine. He enjoyed going to estate sales with his wife Arlette, air shows, vintage car shows, taking pictures of wildlife, gardening, drawing, and puns.

A lifelong resident of this city, Bob was born in Nashua on December 29, 1948, a son of the late Frank P. and Geraldine C. (Hartigan) Stawasz. Educated in local schools, Bob was a graduate of Nashua High School Class of 1967. He attended St. Anselm’s College and earned a Bachelor’s degree from Plymouth State College in 1973.

Bob began his career with the New Hampshire Liquor Commission in 1974. He worked at Nashua liquor stores at Railroad Square, Coliseum Avenue, Daniel Webster Highway South and Amherst St for many years, including as a manager, until his retirement. His favorite years were working for Liquor Law Enforcement.

       Members of his family include his wife of 49 years, Arlette (Brideau) Stawasz, whom he married on July 13, 1974. They had obvious love for each other. He leaves behind a treasured family: his three daughters, Lydia Soleil and her husband, David of Atlanta, GA, Emily Soleil and her husband Kevin of Lowell, MA and Alice Stawasz of Manchester; four grandchildren, Ocean, Meadow, Canyon and River, and Dee Wolfson held a special place in his heart. He also leaves behind his three siblings and their spouses: Thomas P. and Maryann Stawasz of Nashua, Patricia L. and Mark Radwan of Milford and Christopher H. and Lara Stawasz of Hollis; nephews and a niece: Benjamin, Jack, Anna and Matthew. He also had treasured in-law family: Paulette and David Denenberg, Louise and Robert Melanson, and nephews and nieces: Marc, Michelle, Daniel, Jonathan, Erick, Eric, Julie, Kevin and Brian. He will also be missed by many beloved friends and acquaintances. 

      There will be a celebration of life on Sunday, July 23rd, 2-4pm at ALPINE GROVE BANQUET HALL – ANNEX, 19 South Depot Road, Route 111-A, Hollis, NH. Please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com where you can also leave an online message of condolence or a pun. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Gateways Community Services, ​​https://tinyurl.com/GatewaysDonation. Arrangements are in the care of the Farwell Funeral Service, 18 Lock Street, Nashua.

Thomas Michael Madden, 85, of Litchfield, NH, previously of South Yarmouth, Wilmington, and Everett MA passed away peacefully at Southern New Hampshire Medical Center on July 8, 2023 after a brief illness.

Tom was born to the late Michael and Mary Madden of Everett, MA. He was predeceased by his beloved wife of 53 years, Suzanne M. (Russell); his siblings: Margaret Madden, Mary Kearney, Josephine Graves and John Madden; as well as his grandson, Michael T. Nye-Madden.

He is survived by his three daughters: Kathleen A. Madden and partner, Marilyn Olger; Lisa K. Madden and wife, Mary Boucher; and Kristine M. Powers and husband, Kevin J. Powers, Sr. He was a cherished grandfather to Tonya Nugent and family, Edward Elinburg, Lanse M. Nye-Madden, Nicholas M. Boucher, Kevin J. Powers, Jr. and Colin M. Powers; and an uncle to many nieces and nephews. Tom was a devoted family man, he was very proud of his children and grandchildren, he did not hesitate to boast about them at every opportunity. He attended countless sporting events, concerts, recitals, and birthday parties.

Tom was born to Irish immigrants seeking safety and opportunity in America. The study of Irish history, culture and music was a lifelong passion for him. He was very proud of his ancestry and could talk for hours about the “old country”. He graduated from Everett High School and a few years later secured a job at the MBTA.  Tom started as a bus driver and retired as an inspector of construction for the MBTA.  Tom and Sue raised their family in Wilmington, MA, then they retired to South Yarmouth, MA.

He enjoyed his second career working at St. Pius X Church. He worked there for 23 years helping to coordinate hundreds of meals and activities for the community. He was most famous for his delicious clam chowder. Tom was a devout Catholic. He often stated his faith was his source of strength and comfort throughout his life. A significant highlight in his life was being awarded the Marion Metal in 2000. He received this award from Cardinal O’Malley, when he was the Bishop of Fall River Dioseses, for Tom’s exceptional contribution to the activities at St. Pius X church.

After his wife passed away in 2013, Tom moved to Litchfield, NH to be closer to family. He became Papa to everyone; he enjoyed many adventures with family and friends. He especially loved having “breakfast with the boys”. Tom was a faithful New England sports fan, he loved to play golf with his family and friends.

Visiting hours will be on Tuesday, July 11, 2023 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, NH. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, July 12, 2023 at 10 a.m. at St. Kathryn Church, 4 Dracut Road in Hudson, NH. Tom will be laid to rest with Suzanne at Chandler Grey Cemetery in West Yarmouth, MA at 11:00 am on Thursday, July 13, 2023.

Tom was a long time supporter of those living with mental illness, developmental and intellectual disabilities and substance use disorders. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in his memory to Riverbend Community Mental Health, P.O. Box 2032, Concord, NH 03302-2032. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com

   Shirley Frances (Dean) King, 88, of Nashua, widow of Ambrose King, Jr, passed away early Wednesday morning, June 28, 2023 at the Community Hospice House in Merrimack, after a brief period of declining health.

    Born in Boston, Massachusetts on January 13, 1935, she was the daughter of the late William and Elvie (Swenson) Dean. Shirley grew up in Chelsea, MA and graduated from Chelsea High School Class of 1952.       

    Shirley and her husband Ambrose were married at Mt Bellingham Methodist Church in Chelsea, MA on April 16, 1955. They purchased their first home in Newburyport, MA where they resided for 4 years. Shirley and her family later moved to Ellington, CT and then Salisbury, MD in support of her husband’s career. She has made her home in Nashua for the past 26 years, after retiring there with her husband.

     While residing in Ellington, CT, Shirley was variously a reporter for the Journal Inquirer newspaper, a statistical typist for Combustion Engineering of Windsor, CT, and secretary to the Principal at Crystal Lake Elementary School. While in Maryland, Shirley was employed for over 20 years with Salisbury University as an administrator in their human resources department. After retiring and moving to Nashua, she worked for the Beaver Brook Association of Hollis, NH assisting with fund raising and events.

     Shirley was an active member of the Chelmsford, MA Senior Center and held membership in the Elks Lodge 817 Auxiliary of Salisbury, MD where her husband was a member and Past Exalted Ruler.

     Fun-loving and generous by nature, Shirley made friends easily wherever she went, and made a point of staying in touch through the years and miles of separation. She loved to travel and in her retirement was able to visit Bermuda, England, Scotland, Ireland, Iceland, and Switzerland, as well many places across the US and Canada.

In addition to her parents, Shirley was predeceased by her husband Ambrose, who passed away August 28, 2019; and her brother, Robert Dean of Everett, MA in 1982.

    Members of her family include her daughter, Nancy E. King of Milton, MA; her son, Donald W. King and his wife Tijana of Salisbury, MD; her sisters-in-law, Blanche Burke of Revere, MA and Karen Dean of Everett, MA; and several nieces and nephews.

    Funeral services will be private. Friends wishing to express their sympathy, may send a donation in her memory to www.beaverbrook.org. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralserivce.com Arrangements are in the care of the Farwell Funeral Service, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, NH.

    Harry F. Duffina, 91, of Manchester and formerly of Nashua and Merrimack, passed away Thursday morning, June 22, 2023 at Maple Leaf Health Care Center in Manchester, after a period of declining health.         

    Born in Nashua on June 2, 1932, he was a son of the late Willmer B. and Irene J. (Bernard) Duffina. Harry was educated in Nashua schools and began his career at the Nashua Foundry, then at the Wilton Recycling Center and later as a maintenance man at the former Howard Johnson’s Restaurant and Motor Lodge in Nashua.

   Harry also made his home in Bradenton, Florida for many years and worked as a maintenance man for Christian Retreat Family Church in Bradenton, FL.

   In his leisure time, Harry enjoyed working on cars and the challenge of fixing anything. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing and cooking and was known for his delicious hamburger stuffing.

   Harry married the love of his life, Lois May Fredette on November 23, 1953 at St. Christopher Church in Nashua. The couple shared 68 wonderful years together until her passing on April 16, 2022.

   Members of his family include a daughter and son-in-law, Shelly M. and Bruce McLaughlin of Nashua; a son, Brian F. Duffina and his fiancée Diana Stiegler of Sarasota, FL; a daughter-in-law, Denise Duffina of Sarasota, FL; five grandchildren, Stephanie Duffina, Nicole Arnold and her husband Josh Arnold, Joel Duffina and his fiancée Meagan Behm and Dakota Duffina; six great-grandchildren, Aiden Prue, Kylie Prue, Cohen Huffman, Ava Kilgore, Alana Behm, and Oliver Duffina; and nieces, nephews and cousins.

    One of six children, Harry was predeceased by his five siblings, Irene Duffina, Willmer J. Duffina, George Duffina, Robert Duffina and Elizabeth Corliss and her husband Robert; and his infant granddaughter, Kattigen McLaughlin.

    The family is planning a Celebration of Life at a later date. There are no formal services at this time. 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.

   Marie Denise (Blanc) Labrecque, 84, of Nashua, passed away peacefully at her home, Monday, June 19, 2023.         

   Mrs. Labrecque was born in Port Lyautey, French Morocco on August 26, 1938, a daughter of the late Louis and Kenza Blanc. She was the oldest of eight children and lived an idyllic childhood filled with family, friends and good food.

   Port Lyautey (now known as Kenitra) had a U.S. Naval Base where Marie was working as a Secretary to a General. That is where she met, Norman Labrecque. When he left Nashua High School, he joined the Navy and was assigned to that base. They met, had a whirlwind courtship and were married in a Catholic church in Morocco. Norman was then transferred to a Navy base in Key West, Florida, and that is where their first daughter, Carol was born. The couple resettled to Nashua where Marie remained for the rest of her life.

    Over the years, Marie worked at Sprague Electric, Doehla Greeting Card Company and Teradyne, Inc. For the past 19 years she enjoyed residing at the Mary Sweeney Home, where she made many friends. Marie was a daily customer at Crosby Bakery and was delighted when they started opening on Sundays.

   Marie loved animals, flowers, French music, cupcakes and word search puzzles. She had a kind heart and thought everyone she met was “so nice”.

    Marie is survived by her children and their spouses, Carol and Ray Baldwin, Coreen and Peter Woodbury, and Wayne and Carrie Labrecque and their two daughters, Charlotte and Cailyn.

    In the US, she is survived by her beloved younger sister, Genevieve McAllister. She and Genevieve spent countless hours on the phone, switching randomly from French to English, reliving fond memories of their childhood in Morocco. She is also survived by her niece, Helene and her husband, Tom; her nephew Laurent and his wife, Nancy; and her nephew Dennis and his wife Melissa. Marie also has brothers and sisters in France: Frederic and his wife Danielle, Helene, Agnes, Jean-Louis and his wife, Pascale. She loved all of her children’s pets: Milo, Holly, Nutmeg and Carlos.

     Her family and friends are invited to the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, Wednesday, June 28^th beginning at 9 a.m. followed by her funeral service at 10 o’clock. Interment will follow at Edgewood Cemetery. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com

Melissa Carnevale, of Hollis, passed away June 19th. She was the wife of John Lewis. Born in Providence, RI, she was the daughter of the late Peter and Rochelle Carnevale.

Melissa was a resident of Hollis for nine years, and previously resided in Nashua, NH. Prior to living in New Hampshire, Melissa lived in Georgia for eight years. She was born and raised in Cranston, RI.

Melissa served as a Senior Digital Marketing Manager at Right Networks. She held an MBA from Georgia State University and a Bachelor of Science from Lesley University. Melissa held many positions under the umbrella of digital marketing, including running her own consulting company, MouseHelp. for several years.

Melissa was a world traveler, an avid member of her church community, and fierce advocate for many causes dear to her heart. She enjoyed her book club, her mahjong group, gardening, cooking, and any time she could relax with family or friends  – at the beach, or even just poolside at home. Melissa and her husband John were the ultimate hosts for anything from a simple cookout to an extensive Christmas celebration with their combined extended families. She excelled at many things, including gingerbread houses and decorating her home. She had an unparalleled joie de vivre that infected all around her. She filled her world with beauty – a beauty that reflected her inner character.

Melissa was a beloved wife to John, and mother to Jackson Lewis and Aliya Lewis. She was a cherished sister to Peter Carnevale, Jr., Mark Carnevale, and Heather Carnevale. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and in-laws, who loved and treasured her. Melissa was a beautiful, bright light that will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Her wake will be held Sunday, June 25th at 4-7 pm, at Farwell Funeral Home, 18 Lock St., Nashua, NH. Her funeral will be held Monday, June 26th, at 1 pm at The Church of the Good Shepherd, 214 Main St. in Nashua, with a reception immediately following (at the church). Flowers are welcome; alternatively, people are invited to make donations to the Front Door, a local charity dedicated to assisting families transition from crisis (escaping abuse and/or home insecurity) to self-sufficiency. (www.frontdooragency.org)  To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com

   On the afternoon of June 18, 2023, Carrie Yvonne (Smart) Jolicoeur passed away peacefully with her family by her side.  Carrie was most recently treated by the caring staff at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, NH. 

   At 58 years old, Carrie was born on May 22, 1965 in Nashua, NH. Carrie graduated high school in Londonderry, NH and attended Rivier College. Carrie was most happy spending time as a dedicated cat mom to her kitties and spending time with her family.  

   Carrie was predeceased by her parents, Lt. Col. Richard J. and Mary A. (Hurley) Smart and her brother, William J. Smart and nephews Greggory Smart and Dana Smart.  Carrie is survived by her brothers, Scott P. Smart, James R. Smart and wife Debbie, her sister, Diane McAveeney and husband Paul and her brother Jeffrey A. Smart and wife Michelle. Carrie is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews and grand nieces and nephews. 

  Carrie will be remembered for her wonderful sense of humor, her love of animals and for her love of music.  Most notably, Carrie could very well have been Ozzy Osbourne’s biggest fan.  Carrie’s memory will be honored with one of Ozzy’s songs, “No More Tears” and we will remember Carrie for how she lived and how she loved. 

  If you’d like to honor Carrie’s memory in person, calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Friday, June 23^rd from 4 to 6 p.m. Friends are invited to attend. If you’d like to leave an online note to honor Carrie, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com

     Lucille M. Raymond, 90, of Milford and formerly of Nashua, widow of Adrien A. Raymond, passed away Saturday morning, June 17, 2023 at the Crestwood Center after a period of declining health.         

    A native of Canada, Mrs. Raymond was born in Sherbrook, Province of Quebec on August 28, 1932, a daughter of the late George and Marie Louise (Lemaire) Lemire.

    Lucille and her husband Adrien were married on October 15, 1955. The couple  moved to Nashua in 1969 and made their home here before moving to Milford in 1996. She was a communicant of Saint John XXIII Parish at Infant Jesus Church. Lucille enjoyed playing bingo, trips to Foxwoods, and dining at Longhorn’s and the Lobster Boat restaurants.

    In addition to her parents, Lucille was predeceased by her husband Adrien, who passed away April 23, 2009; three brothers, Fernand Lemire, George Lemire and Maurice Lemire; and four sisters, Antoinette Thomas, Monique Blais, Fernande Lafontaine and Pierrette Paradis.

     Lucille is survived by her daughter, Colette Trempe of Milford; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

    There are no calling hours. A Graveside service will take place at St. Louis Cemetery, 752 West Hollis Street, Nashua, Tuesday, June 27^th at 11 a.m. Friends are invited to attend. 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.

     June I. (Baldwin) Kamieniecki, age 95, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 16, 2023 at the Community Hospice House in Merrimack, NH after a short illness.         

    A lifelong resident of Nashua, June was born on December 26, 1927, daughter of the late Harold S. and Carlotta I. (Crockett) Baldwin. After graduating from Nashua High School with the class of 1945, she worked at the New England Telephone Company. From 1963-1983, June worked in the records department of the Nashua Police Department.

    June enjoyed vacations at Wells Beach, Maine and later at Ashuelot Pond in Washington, NH. June was an avid Patriots fan and loved watching golf, as long as Tiger Woods was playing.

     In addition to her parents, June was predeceased by husband of 54 years, Romeo Kamieniecki who passed away on January 29, 2004; and her brother, Harold L. “Sonny” Baldwin.

     June is survived by her daughter, Krista Brouillard; her son, Barry Kamieniecki and his wife Lisa; four grandchildren, Kami Friday and her husband Kris, Lia Brouillard and her partner Lloyd Mallison, Luke Kamieniecki, and Jesse Kamieniecki and his partner Sarah Lyon; three great-grandchildren, Maya and Max Friday, and Roman Rose Kamieniecki.

      A special thank you for the great care she received at Langdon Place of Nashua.

A small private service will be held at a later time. If you wish to make a donation in June’s memory, please make it to the Community Hospice House, 7 Executive Park Drive, Merrimack, NH 03054. 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.

Janet Martha (Foucher) Boulia, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, dear friend, passed in peace on Monday, June 12, 2023 at Saint Joseph’s Hospital in Nashua, NH at the age of 86 after a short illness.

Janet was a resident for the past year at Bridges by Epoch in Nashua, where she was always ready with a big smile for the caring staff and was visited regularly by her children, grandchildren, and other close relatives and friends.

She was born May 5, 1937, in Lawrence, MA and was raised and lived in Nashua for most of her life, graduating from Nashua High School in 1954. As an attractive freshman at Nashua High she caught the eye of a spirited senior, Donald Boulia, who became the love of her life. They married not long after she graduated and Don was discharged from his US Army tour of duty in Germany, and remained together until Don’s death parted them on December 27, 2019, after 64 years of marriage.

Always surrounded by good friends, they resided and raised their family on Wood Street in Nashua and wintered in Bonita Springs, Florida until they later made their lake house in Moultonborough, NH their permanent home.

Janet is survived by her son Steve Boulia and his partner Tammy, her daughter Catherine Boulia, her son Bill Boulia and his wife Anne, her brother Bill Foucher and his wife Diana Jackson, five grandchildren: Meghan, Nick, Taylor, Hailey, and Blake, five great grandsons: Aiden, Connor, Lucas, Deagan & Beau, her beloved dog Natalie, and many nephews and nieces and countless good friends.

The family would like to thank the dedicated staff of the Bridges by Epoch for their excellent care.

A short and casual dress memorial service will be held from 1:30 to 3:30 on Saturday, June 17, 2023, at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, NH. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you donate to the Alzheimer’s Association at alz.org. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com

    John E. Ackerman, III, age 71, of Amherst, died on Wednesday June 7^th at Catholic Medical Center after a lengthy illness.

    Mr. Ackerman was born in Lockport, NY and attended Nashua High School as well as NHTI and New Hampshire College. He is the son of the late John E. Ackerman, Jr.

    John was the husband of Joanne (Tiedeman) Ackerman. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son, John E. Ackerman IV; his daughter-in-law Margaret Ackerman and their three children. Additional survivors include his mother Betty Ackerman; his brothers Charles and Thomas; and his sisters Lisa Tibando and Sallie Mercer as well as many nieces and nephews.

    He was a retired software engineer most recently at Concord Group Insurance. John was a food critic, political commentator and tomato/fruit tree cultivator in his retirement years.

   Services will be private. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com   

David J. Walsh, Sr. of Nashua, NH, previously of Chelmsford, MA and Chatham, MA, died peacefully on June 7, 2023. David was born on July 10, 1935 in Concord, NH to Robert, Sr. and Helen (Quinn) Walsh. He graduated from St. John’s High School in Concord, NH in 1953. He was married in 1959. David proudly served his country for six years in the U.S. Air Force Reserves.

While working for the New England Telephone Company, David also earned his B.S. in General Business from Boston College in 1965. While working for the MITRE Corporation in Bedford, MA, he earned his Masters of Education in Reading from Fitchburg State College in 1975. He then worked for 22 years as an educator teaching reading at Shawsheen Valley Technical High School in Billerica, MA, retiring in 1997.

David always enjoyed his time on Cape Cod, traveling, savoring delicious meals and spending time with his partner of 25 years, Barbara Dunn. He moved to Nashua, NH in 2019 where he was able to spend time with his family and also enjoyed his home state of New Hampshire.

David will be deeply missed by his loving family: sons David Walsh, Jr. (Jean), Michael Walsh (Amy) and Peter Walsh (Amie); daughter Ann Irwin (David); sister Linda Crisafi (Christopher); sister-in-law Marcia Walsh; grandchildren Samuel (Laura), Benjamin and Maxwell Irwin, Virginia and Sarah Walsh, Bryan Walsh (Samantha) and William Pojunas; great-grandchildren Bryce, Jacoby and Sienna Walsh; and many wonderful nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his  three brothers, Robert, Jack and Mark Walsh.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in Christ the King Parish, 72 South Main Street, Concord, Friday, September 1st at 10 a.m. Interment and Air Force Honors will take place at the New Hampshire Veterans Cemetery in Boscawen at Noon followed by a mercy meal at the Puritan Backroom Restaurant, Pappas Room, 245 Hooksett Road, Manchester at 1:30 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com

    Haruko I. Brown, 85, of Nashua, wife of Jeffrey Brown, passed away at her home, Tuesday evening, June 6, 2023, after a period of declining health.

    A daughter of the late Seirin and Yoshiko (Nakamatsu) Iju, she was born on April 2, 1938 in Okinawa, Japan where she was raised and educated.

    Haruko began her career in Japan as a cash management specialist for government, banking and retail entities – namely Bank of America and Filene’s.

    Members of her family include her beloved husband of 60 years, Jeffrey Brown; loving mother of four; Jeffrey Scott Brown of Watertown, MA, Nanci Kim Brown of Bedford, NH, Gary Curt Brown of South Plainfield, NJ and The Honorable Tracie Lynne Brown of San Francisco, CA; seven grandchildren, Zachary, Olivia, William, Matthew, Jayden, Tenley and Molly; a sister, Toshiko of Japan. She will be lovingly remembered by family members, friends and acquaintances here and abroad.

    Family and friends are invited to her calling hours at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, NH, Saturday, June 10^th from 3 to 5 p.m. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com    

   Pauline Anne “Chip” Davidson, 81, of Nashua, passed away Friday morning, June 2, 2023, surrounded by her loving family after a brief illness. Chip is the widow of Donald C. Davidson, former Mayor of Nashua, Airline Captain and local businessman.

    A lifelong Nashua resident, she was born in Lowell, Massachusetts on July 4, 1941, a daughter of the late Gilbert and Agnes (Boska) Denault. Chip was educated in local schools and graduated from Nashua High School with the Class of 1959.

    Chip worked as a legal secretary prior to her marriage, then was a homemaker to her children.  Later she was involved in their many family businesses, including, The Captains Corner, Davidson Flight Service and President of Davidson Travel Service.

     Chip was happiest when spending time with her family as her family was always most important to her. Vacations with her children and grandchildren to Disney World in Florida, the “Camp” on Lake Winnesquam and weekends on the patio were Chip’s favorite.

      Chip was also an avid golfer and was a longtime member of the Nashua Country Club. She enjoyed playing bridge and mahjong and was a devoted Boston sports fan.

     She and Don were married on November 17, 1962 and shared over 58 wonderful years together until his passing on May 28, 2021.

     Members of her family include her three children and their spouses, Donald C. Jr. and MeLinda Davidson, Donna C. and Christopher Clarkson all of Nashua, and Daniel C. and Susan Davidson of Merrimack; her seven grandchildren, C.J. Clarkson, Max Davidson, Matty Clarkson, Deanna Davidson, Rebecca Davidson, Carina Davidson and Austin Martel; her sisters, Valerie Denault, Wendy Bourbeau and the late Pamela Fariz; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. 

      A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Louis de Gonzague Church, 48 West Hollis Street, Nashua, Wednesday, June 7^th at 10 a.m. The family will receive relatives and friends at the church beginning at 9:30 a.m. Chip will be laid to rest next to her husband at the New Hampshire Veterans Cemetery at a later date. 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 Arrangements are in the care of the Farwell Funeral Service, 18 Lock Street, Nashua.  

Francisco Molina, de 57 años, de Nashua, falleció en su casa la madrugada del viernes, 2 de junio de 2023, rodeado de su amada familia después de un período de deterioro de la salud.

Francisco nació en Tecomán, Colima, México el 26 de diciembre de 1965 y residió en Nashua, NH desde el 1987. Hijo de Arturo Molina Rolón y Rosa Sevilla Gutiérrez, Francisco estudió en México y trabajó en construcción con la compañía Legacy Wall Systems, Inc.

Francisco fue un amante del fútbol y era aficionado a los Pumas de la Selección Mexicana de Fútbol.

Le sobreviven su amada esposa Eva (Rosas) Molina, con quien estuvo casado por 34 años; sus hijos Eduardo Molina y su esposa Lizette, e Iván Francisco; dos nietos, Briseida y Emilia; cuatro hermanos, Martín, Jorge, Adelaido y Gabriel; y una hermana, Obdulia.

El velatorio se llevará a cabo en FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, NH el lunes, 5 de junio de 5:00 p.m. a 8:00 p.m. Se celebrará una Misa fúnebre en la iglesia St. Louis de Gonzague, 48 West Hollis Street, Nashua, NH el martes a las 10:00 a.m. seguida del entierro en el cementerio St. Francis Xavier.

Para dejar un mensaje de condolencias en línea, visite www.farwellfuneralservice.com

Charles “Les” Adie, 86, of Nashua NH, devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2023 after a long illness.

Les was born on December 25^th, 1936 to the late Charles L. and Anna (Michalik) Adie of Lowell, MA.  He graduated from Keith Academy in 1954 and went on to Notre Dame University where he received his degree in Bio-Chemistry.  He later earned his Master’s degree in Mathematics from Boston College.

His first teaching job was at Wilmington High School in Wilmington MA, which began a long career in education and mathematics.  He taught at Nashua High School and Moody Junior High in Lowell MA. before  settling in as a Math Professor at Northern Essex Community College, where he mentored and inspired  students for the next 30 years.  During his tenure, he also served as Chairman of the Math Department.  He retired from Northern Essex in 1997 and was awarded Professor Emeritus in 2005.  Once retired, Les continued to teach as an adjunct Professor of Mathematics at Southern New Hampshire University for several years.

Les was a member of many professional organizations, including the Association of Two-Year Colleges, American Mathematical Society, Chairman of the Massachusetts Advisory Board, Treasurer of NECC Faculty Association, and served on the Board of Directors for the Massachusetts Teachers Association. 

Les enjoyed traveling with his wife and extended family members, wintering the snowy months in Florida, and spending time in his workshop where he passed on his love of woodworking and tinkering to his children and grandchildren.  He was a devoted Notre Dame alumnus, serving as President and Treasurer of the Notre Dame Club of NH, and was a lifelong fan of Notre Dame Fighting Irish football.  He ran his own handyman business, Adie Associates, for many years, and was always willing to help with a building project or fix anything that was broken.  He will be remembered for his 4^th of July bonfires, smooth jitter-bugging, and spirited polka dancing.  He left a lasting and loving impression on family, friends, and neighbors.

Les is predeceased by his parents and his sister Carol.  He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Joanne, three children and their spouses:  John and Anjie Adie of Nashua NH, Jean Adie and Tom Dwane of Bethlehem, NH, and Judy and Shannon Surdam of Franklin NH;  eight grandchildren: Amanda, Kimberly, John, Rebecca, Benjamin, Oliver, Emma, and Andrew;  and five great-grandchildren: Ayden, Matthew, Rory, Isabella, and Addalyn.  He is also survived by his sister, Paula Carroll, and her husband Bill of Bridgewater NJ, as well as several nieces, nephews, and many loving extended family members.

All who knew and loved Les are invited to celebrate this lovable man at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Friday, June 9^th from 4 to 7 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Christopher Church, 62 Manchester Street, Nashua, Saturday, June 10^th at 10 a.m. Family and friends are invited to gather at the church. Interment will take place in St. Francis Xavier Cemetery at a later date. 

Donations may be made in Les’ memory to Corpus Christi Food Pantry, 3 Crown Street Nashua NH 03060 or to the Community Hospice House, 7 Executive Park Drive, Merrimack, NH 03054. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com