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   James Carl Dempsey, 77, of Brookline, NH, went to his heavenly home Sunday morning, February 19, 2023 at the Community Hospice House in Merrimack. 

   Born in Chester, Pennsylvania on March 14, 1945, he was the son of the late Carl W. and Margaret (Kaelber) Dempsey. Jim grew up in Newtown Square, PA and was a graduate of Delaware County Christian School. He furthered his education at Lehigh University, graduating with a Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and earned his E.E. Master’s degree from the University of Maryland.  

    A resident of Brookline for the past 27 years, Jim was employed with BAE as an electrical engineer for several years.

    Jim was an active member of the Nashua Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon, teacher and was an integral part of the music ministry. He was also active with the Southern Baptist Disaster Relief and a volunteer at the Southern New Hampshire Rescue Mission.

    In his leisure time, Jim was an avid Ham Radio Operator and member of the ARRL. He also enjoyed his collection of Lionel Trains.  He loved traveling with his family and friends.  He enjoyed photography, fishing, boating and was the handyman extraordinaire. 

     Members of his family include his wife of 55 years, Patricia A. (Towle) Dempsey, whom he married on June 17, 1967; his daughters and their husbands, Sharon and Eddy Volmer of Jacksonville, FL and Heather and James Craig of Phoenixville, PA; three grandchildren, Leah Johns, Daniel Johns and Joshua Craig; two sisters, Judy Eyer of Media, PA and Jody Puckett and her husband Joe of Locust Grove, VA.

      A celebration of his life will be held in the Nashua Baptist Church, 555 Broad Street, Route 130, Nashua, NH Saturday, February 25^th at 2 p.m. Interment will take place at a later date. The family has requested that due to floral allergies, in lieu of flowers donations may be sent to the Nashua Baptist Church, 555 Broad Street, Nashua, NH 03063 or the Southern New Hampshire Rescue Mission, PO Box 1024, Nashua, NH 03061. 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.  

    John Joseph Dupay, 60, a longtime Nashua resident, passed away Saturday afternoon, February 18, 2023 after a brief illness.         

    Born in Revere, Massachusetts on February 23, 1962, he was the son of Jacqueline O. (Morin) Dupay and the late Robert L. Dupay. Educated in local schools, John attended Nashua High School. He has been employed as a maintenance worker for Harbor Care in Nashua. In his leisure time, John enjoyed playing his guitar.

   Members of his family include his mother, Jacqueline O. Dupay; his sisters and their husbands, Michelle and Adrian Fitzgerald and Lynne and Jeffrey Heyliger;Nieces and nephews, Andrea, Joseph, Alex and Luke Fitzgerald, and Hannah and Benjamin Heyliger.

    A Graveside service will take place in Edgewood Cemetery, Wednesday afternoon, February 22^nd at 1 o’clock. The Rev. David Harris, Pastor of St. Christopher Church will officiate. 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.

    Sylvia Marie (Rioux) Carroll, 83, of Hudson, wife of Roy Carroll, passed away Thursday evening, February 16. 2023 at the Community Hospice House in Merrimack, after a period of declining health.       

    Born in the French Hill neighborhood of Nashua on September 10, 1939, she was a daughter of the late Alphonse C. and Marie Ann (Cassista) Rioux. Sylvia was educated in local schools and graduated from Nashua High School with the Class of 1957. 

   During her high school years, she had worked at the former Edgecomb Steel in Nashua and later in her life, Sylvia enjoyed working as a nurses aide at Fairview Nursing Home in Hudson from 1982 to 1990.

    Sylvia was a warm, kind and generous person, who loved to spend time visiting with family and friends.

    In her leisure time, Sylvia loved to crochet, making afghans and baby blankets for her family and friends. She also was a sports fan of the New England teams, especially the Red Sox. She had a green thumb and enjoyed working on the landscaping and flower beds with her husband at their homes.

     Sylvia and Roy were married on July 15, 1961 and have made their home in Hudson for over 57 years. They also enjoyed many winters at their Florida home, surrounded by many wonderful friends.

     Members of her family include her husband Roy, with whom she shared over 61 years together; her three children, Timothy Carroll, Lisa Marino and her husband Edward, and Cindy Carroll; five grandchildren, Mitra Carroll, Tara Carroll, Justin Marino, Nathan Marino, and Mack Carroll and his wife Katie; a great-grandson, Owen Carroll; two brothers and two sisters, Pauline Lambert, Paul Rioux and his wife Anita, Anita Beaulieu and her husband Ron, and Richard Rioux and his wife Laura; brother-in-law Jon Carroll and his wife Kathleen; sister-in-law Susan Cobb and her husband Jim; also many nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to her parents, Sylvia was also predeceased by a brother, Alphonse Rioux Jr; and two sisters and three brothers-in-law, Mary Jane and Donald Girouard and Lucille and Lionel Bedard, and Donald Lambert; her father-in-law and mother-in-law, John and Loretta Carroll; and sisters-in-law, Joyce Fuller and Barbara Michaud.

    The family will receive relatives and friends at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Monday, February 27^th from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. followed by a brief prayer service. Interment will take place at St. Francis Xavier Cemetery. The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, donations may be sent in her memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or 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.

Alvin Henry Rodgers, 91, of Nashua, NH, a native of Hudson, NH, formerly of Windham, NH, and Fort Myers, FL, died peacefully after a great life.  “I don’t think I would change anything,” said Al in his final days.

He was the son of George H. and Ella M. Rodgers and was born on August 30, 1931, in Hudson, New Hampshire.  The family lived at the .5 Cent Stop at Stuarts Corner where together they ran a country store and filling station.  The second of five brothers, Al was predeceased by his youngest brother Ronald and his oldest brother Phil.  “Being the biggest, there was never any fighting among us when we were kids growing up. I would have won, and, besides, it was not allowed!”  His roots were buried deep in the Catholic faith and a strong work ethic.  The family left St. Pats in Nashua when St. Johns the Evangelist opened in Hudson in the early 1950s, where he held the title of Grand Knight.

Each summer Al’s dad would buy a house lot in town, and, being a Jack-of-all-Trades, he and his boys would build a house and put it up for sale.  “Dad never ran out of work for us to do,” said Al on a sunny afternoon chat.  Learning all those skills from his dad would secure his future success.

Al graduated from Nashua High in 1951 and joined the Air Force.  He married a Hudson girl, Mary Reilly, and together they set off to begin life in the Service.  While stationed in Texas, their first child, Michael was born, and Kathryn followed once they moved to Illinois.  After serving four years in the Air Force, Al and Mary returned to Hudson for a three-month leave.  The couple used this time to build a house.  When Al realized he could make more money in those 90 days than he could have in an entire year in the Service, a life-changing decision was made.  Al was an electrical engineer and with his brother Phil, Rodgers Brothers Builders was formed.  Al was 25 years old.

At the height of Rodgers Brothers, the company built 2,500 single-family homes, 450 apartment units, 600 mini storage units, and the Nashua Tennis Center.  Al was also responsible for starting several construction businesses, such as plumbing, cabinets, concrete, and trucking.  The list goes on.  Rodgers Brothers never used sub-contractors.  They employed thirty-two full-time specialists from bulldozer operators to finish carpenters.

Al and Mary had three more children, Gary, Keith, and Lisa.  Lisa died in infancy.  In 1962 Mary tragically lost her life to a form of Sleeping Sickness.  “She said she had a headache and she passed out.  She never woke up again,” Al said with glassy blue eyes.  Left with four children and a business to run, his mother came to live with the family.

Having a driving work ethic, Al also took civic responsibilities very seriously.  As a Life Member of the Hudson Lions Club, his contributions were numerous.  He served as President and District Governor and chaired many committees which included the building of the Rec Center on Oakwood Street, the Lions Hall (now the Hudson Community Building), the Lions baseball field, and a swimming pool.

Al was involved in many community activities.  He never ran for political office because “he was just too darn busy!”  He was president of the Home Builders Association of New Hampshire and was the Citizen of the Year for the Hudson Chamber of Commerce.  Al also held a seat on the Building Board of Appeals.  His biggest contribution to the community was when Alvin along with his brother Phil donated $4 million dollars to the town of Hudson, New Hampshire, for the purpose of building the George H. and Ella M. Rodgers Memorial Library.

Al loved “all things that go” and bought his first motorized vehicle at age 13.  It was a motorcycle that came in a box, and he had to put it together.  Over his lifetime, he would always have the latest car, boat, and even an airplane!  Al loved his cars.

In 1963, lifelong friends Bob and Connie Plamondon introduced him to Betty Morse.  He “courted” her for a year and a half before she became his bride and very best friend.  “She got me to dance.”  When Sinatra sang ‘New York, New York’ the dance floor would clear so everyone could watch Al and Betty create magic!

Al always said, “She became my best friend and still is to this day.”  During their 58 years together, Al and Betty had two daughters, Pam and Linda.  They lost Kathy to cancer when she was only 16.  Their marriage/love affair/friendship was a true example for their children and grandchildren to emulate.

They enjoyed traveling and went on at least 20 cruises.  Having traveled all over the United States, England, and Ireland, they made a cross-country motor home trip with all the children.  It was a trip of a lifetime!

When they were not traveling, Al and Betty resided on Cobbetts Pond, in Windham, New Hampshire, where Al was the ski boat driver for ski competitions.  During the winter months, they resided in Florida – first in Cape Coral, where Al was a member of a boating club, and then in Fort Myers, where he enjoyed the golf club.  He was also a member of Nashua Country Club for 38 years.

Family always came first with Al.  His greatest wish was that his children and grandchildren would know as happy a life as he did.  “I am so lucky to have had Betty in my life and so lucky to have had Phil.  He was the greatest guy in the world to work with.  I worked a lifetime with him, and I enjoyed every minute!  Of course, finding Betty was my greatest achievement.”

Al is survived by his loving wife Betty Ann (Morse) Rodgers, his sons and daughters-in-law, Michael and Diane Rodgers, Gary and Robin Rodgers, Keith and Alessandra Rodgers, his daughters and sons-in-law Pam and Jeff Lalmond and Linda and Robb Clemons, grandchildren Aaron Rodgers and Elise Do, Nessa, and Chris Regan, Jeff and Kathleen Rodgers, Kate and Bob Dufour, Rose, Lily, Iris, and Miles Clemons, Emily, and Bridget Lalmond, and great-grandchildren Lyla, Adria, Stella, and Zoe.

This was a man impressed by kindness, integrity, humility, and generosity, not by money, degrees, and titles.  The world lost a great one in Alvin Henry Rodgers.

Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Monday, February 20^th from 4 to 7 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Kathryn Church, 4 Dracut Road, Hudson, Tuesday, February 21^st 10 a.m. Interment will follow at St. Patrick Cemetery in Hudson. Friends are invited to attend and will gather at the church. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com

     Janet Louise Rourke of Nashua, passed away the evening of Wednesday, February 15, 2023 at the age of 84.

   Janet was born on October 17, 1938 in Herrin, Illinois to Eleanor (Burke) and Harvey Hillman. While studying biology at Sioux Falls College in Sioux Falls, SD, she met her husband of 64 years, Bernard “Barry” Rourke. She and Barry lived in Minnesota, Massachusetts, New York City, Long Island and finally Nashua, NH where they resided for 55 years.

    Beyond being a loving wife, homemaker and proud mother and grandmother, Janet cared for others working in hospitals and dialysis centers. She volunteered with the Junior Women of Nashua and at Nashua area food Co-Ops.

    Janet loved nature and animals, particularly the birds she saw visiting the ocean, the lizards at her frequently-visited campground in Loxahatchee, Florida, and the many dogs she cared for throughout her life.

     Janet was predeceased by her daughter Lenore and son-in-law Ken Relihan; her sister Harriet Lewis; and her brothers-in-law Olaf Jacobsen, Jim Halvey and Fred Dovidio. Janet is survived by her husband Barry; children Susan and David; daughter-in-law Susan; beloved grandchildren Shawn, Terry and his wife Kristina, Ian and Emma; sisters Donna Jacobsen and Merilyn Hillman; sister-in-law Florence Dovidio; brother-in-law Doug Lewis; and several nieces and nephews.

     In lieu of flowers, donations in Janet’s name can be sent to the American Kidney Fund. A private celebration of her life will be held at a later date. 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. 

   Catherine Elizabeth (Smith) Partridge, age 84 of 33 Vieckis Drive, Nashua, died on Monday evening, February 13, 2023 at Premier Rehab and Healthcare, surrounded by her loving family.    

 Catherine was born September 25, 1938 in The Bronx, New York, daughter of the late Eugene and Mary (Traynor) Smith of New York City.

    She was the loving wife of George Henry Partridge, Jr., whom she married on July 31, 1971. They shared 51 years of marriage.  Catherine was predeceased by her amazing three brothers, Matthew, Eugene and Richard Smith.

      Besides her husband, survivors include her best friend and daughter, Michelle Ann (Partridge) Oro and son-in-law, Jonathan William Oro; her sister-in-law, Anne Smith of Copperas Cove, TX; her loving niece Kathy Guaragna and her husband Andrew; and two amazing nephews, Pat Smith, Matthew Smith and his wife Michelle Smith. She has many great nieces and nephews. Her most cherished loved ones are her granddaughters, Catherine Judith Oro and Elizabelle Ann Oro. She lived her life for them.

      Catherine served the Lord as a Felician nun in Enfield, Connecticut for 10 years. Her chosen name was Sister Mary Marcia. At that time she became a teacher and Principal. When she left the convent, she continued to pursue her love of education and students and taught a few years in Bedford, NH.

       She finally landed in Nashua, where she met George, and started her family. She continued teaching at Main Dunstable School for over 20 years. Catherine transferred to Ledge Street School in Nashua to work along side her daughter as a Title I teacher. She finished out her teaching career as a paraprofessional and after more than 50 years in education, she retired.

        Cathy kept busy as an officer for the Auxiliary Post Unit 3 of the James E. Coffey Post 3, American Legion in Nashua. She eventually became President and her passion for helping Veterans and their families shone through. In her spare time, Cathy spoiled her grandchildren, kept the Christmas Dream alive. She loved going to Foxwoods and you could always find a cosmopolitan in hand. She had an infectious smile and Irish eyes that showed loved to anyone that she met.

       Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Thursday, February 16^th from 4 to 7 p.m. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at Immaculate Conception Church, 216 East Dunstable Road, Nashua, Friday, February 17^th at 11 a.m. Interment will follow in Edgewood Cemetery. Friends are invited to attend and are asked to kindly meet at the church. Immediately following the burial, everyone is invited to a luncheon at the American Legion James E. Coffey Post 3, 11 Court Street, Nashua from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com

“Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend”

Joanna L. Toohig, 82, of Nashua passed away on Sunday morning, February 12, 2023 after a brief illness. Born in Revere, MA, the daughter of the late Jennie (DeMattia) and Louis D. Zollo.

She grew up in Revere, MA and attended Revere High School. Thereafter, she graduated from Salem State College in 1962 with a degree in education. Salem State College was where she met her devoted husband    of 57 years, Warren J. Toohig.

Joanna began her teaching career in Revere, MA where she taught second grade. She also taught in Nashua, NH for 27 years. During this time, she was a Title I kindergarten teacher and a Title I reading teacher. After retiring from teaching, she worked for Dr. George E. Prevost Jr. at Prevost, Helfman & Lasky Eye Associates.

In her free time, Joanna enjoyed attending her grandsons’ hockey and lacrosse games, especially their tournaments where she traveled from Canada to Florida to cheer them on.

No one ever uttered a negative word about Joanna. She  was a generous woman, an avid reader, a skilled knitter, exceptional baker and a lucky gambler. She loved the beach and traveling to far away places such as Europe, Morocco, and the Caribbean. She especially looked forward to her annual trip to Aruba with her close group of friends.

Joanna leaves behind her husband Warren; children Christine Vandenberg and her husband John of Green Township, NJ, and Patricia Toohig Nardone and her husband Mark of Natick, MA; and her beloved grandchildren Ryan and Kyle Vandenberg, her pride and joy. She was the older sister of Louis E. Zollo and his wife Michele (Ft. Myers, FL), Julianne Carrozzella and her husband Michael (Port St. Lucie, FL). She was the beloved aunt of Michael and John Carrozzella, and Louis, Christopher, and J. Michael Zollo.

Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, on Friday, February 17^th from 3 to 7 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Christopher Church, 62 Manchester Street, Nashua, Saturday, February 18^th at Noon. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Interment will take place at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery in Boscawen at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com

   Gail Ann Heald, 63, of Amherst, NH and formerly of Nashua for many years, passed away Tuesday afternoon, February 7, 2023 after a brief illness. Gail was the wife of the late Arthur D. Heald, Jr.        

    Born in Germany on March 4, 1959, she was a daughter of the late Robert A. and Rose M. (Klinzing) LaFreniere. During her early years, Gail lived in Japan and California during her father’s 22 year career in the Army. After moving to Nashua in the mid 1960’s, Gail attended Nashua schools and graduated from Nashua High School Class of 1977.

    Gail loved taking care of children and owned and operated a daycare in her home for many years. Many of those children became a big part of her life and remained very close with her and became a part of her family. She loved spending time with her children and grandchildren; was an avid reader and loved her dog Winston.

     In addition to her parents, Gail was predeceased by her husband Arthur, who passed away August 13, 2004. They were married on April 22, 1989 and shared 15 years together. She was also predeceased by her brother, Alan Wayne LaFreniere in 2020.

     Members of her family include her daughters, Jennifer L. Burda and Megan R. Johnson and her husband Brendan Johnson; and five grandchildren, Lindsey, Logan, Ty and Hendrix Burda, and Mason Johnson.

     Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, on Monday, February 13^th from 5 to 8 p.m. A Graveside service will take place in Edgewood Cemetery, 107 Amherst Street, Nashua, Tuesday, February 14^th at Noon. Friends are invited to attend and will meet at the cemetery. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com    

     Marilyn J. Piekarski, 92, of Milford, widow of Wilfrid J. Piekarski, passed away peacefully Sunday morning, February 5, 2023 after a brief illness.  

     Born in Waukegan, Illinois on September 7, 1930, she was the daughter of the late Archie M. and Adeline (Foster) Long.

     Marilyn and her husband “Wil” were married in Maywood, Illinois on June 25, 1949. The couple moved to Nashua in 1959 and then to Milford in 1965, where she has made her home for the past 58 years. Marilyn had been employed as an executive assistant and owned and operated a furniture store in Longwood, Florida.

     Marilyn and Wil shared 65 wonderful years together until his passing on July 6, 2014. Members of her family include her six children and their spouses, Mark Piekarski, Linda and Richard Lovering Jr., Chris Piekarski and Kerry Ravi, Matt and Jenette Piekarski, Judy Piekarski and David Prunier, and Jason Piekarski and Brien Birkmire; thirteen grandchildren, Chase, Brenton, Richard III, Cassandra, Vanessa, Christopher, Matthew, Jessica, Nicholas, Julia, Dylan, Bridget and Gillian; nine great-grandchildren, Eve, Rose, Mae, Adeline, Benjamin, Jack, Keelan, Aria and Isla-Jae; also nieces, nephews and many friends. In addition to her husband and parents, Marilyn was also predeceased by her brother, Ronald M. Long.

      Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Friday, February 10^th from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Immaculate Conception Church, 216 East Dunstable Road, Nashua, Saturday, February 11^th at 10 a.m. Family and friends are invited to attend and kindly meet at the church. Marilyn will be laid to rest next to her beloved husband at the Daytona Memorial Park, Daytona Beach, FL. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com

                              “Instilled his love of nature in his family”         

   Gerald J. “Jerry” Desmarais, 83, of Nashua, died Sunday, February 5, 2023 at his home, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous fight against cancer.

   Mr. Desmarais was born January 2, 1940 in Nashua, son of the late Leo and Leda (Dean) Desmarais. He was a lifelong resident of Nashua and was raised Catholic.      

   Jerry was the devoted husband of Nancy J. (Leveille) Desmarais, whom he married on February 27, 1965 and with whom he was about to celebrate their 58^th wedding anniversary.

    A skilled machinist, Mr. Desmarais worked at WP Evans / Nim-Cor for 43 years before he retired in December of 2004.

     Jerry loved spending time with his family in the woods of New Hampshire, teaching them how to track wildlife as well as hunt turkey and deer. For much of his life, he enjoyed the great outdoors of Pittsburg, New Hampshire. He was a member of the National Rifle Association and Watanic Bowmen Archery Club for several decades, and a longtime supporter of the NH Fish and Game. In recent years, Jerry brought his grandsons fishing and shooting, which they loved to do with their Pepere.

     Besides his wife, survivors include two daughters, Laurie Sanborn and Diane Paillet; a son-in-law Andy Sanborn; two grandchildren, Christian and Garrison Paillet; a sister, Arline Desmarais; a sister-in-law, Claire Leveille; many close nieces and nephews and several cousins. Other close friends include Jessie Plourde, Eric Paillet, Denise “Teddie” Groves, Jeff and Diana Demmons, and numerous people from the Great North Woods. In addition to his parents, Jerry was predeceased by his brother Bob.

      There are no calling hours. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Patrick Church, 29 Spring Street, Nashua, Saturday, February 18^th at 10 a.m. Family and friends are invited to attend. Interment will take place at Hollow Cemetery in Pittsburg, NH at a later date. 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.

Martha (Whitney) Davis passed away peacefully at the Hunt Community in Nashua, NH on Monday, January 30, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.

Martha was born in Groton, Massachusetts, the daughter of Ruth (Harlow) and H, Dudley Whitney.  She attended Groton schools and was active in her church and community.  She later went to Westbrook College and Forsyth School of Dental Hygiene.  As a dental hygienist she met Leon “Whitie” Davis her future husband of 37 years.

She was a long-time member of the Congregational Church of Hollis where she served as a deaconess, was active in the Christmas Fair and many other committees and groups. Martha was on the Zoning Board and Master Plan committees, loved being a member of the Hollis Garden Club and for many years volunteered at the Historical Society.

Above all, Martha loved time spent with her family creating memories and traditions we will always cherish.

Members of her family include her late husband “Whitie” Davis; 2 daughters Lucinda Mazza of Hollis and Rebecca Fisher of Waldoboro, Maine; Grandsons Nathaniel Ayotte of Gansevoort, NY and Cameron Ayotte of Waltham, MA; Granddaughters Lindsay Mazza of Havelock, NC and Hannah Mazza of Hollis, NH and great grandson Soren Davis Ayotte of Gansevoort, NY.  She is pre-deceased by her brother Richard Whitney of St. Simons, GA.

The family would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to Martha’s caregivers at the Hunt Community and the Bayada Hospice team.

A memorial Service celebrating Martha’s life will be held at the Congregational Church in Hollis, NH on Saturday, February 11, 2023, at 2:30pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice in Martha’s name to honor her belief in giving to those less fortunate.  Expressions of sympathy and fond memories may also be shared by visiting www.farwellfuneral.com. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua.

    PLEASE NOTE:  The Donnelly family has requested that all attendees wear a mask.  Thank you for your cooperation.

    Brian Michael Donnelly, 69, of Nashua, passed away Tuesday afternoon, January 24, 2023, at Southern New Hampshire Medical Center after a period of declining health.         

    Born in Lowell, Massachusetts, on July 10, 1953, he was the son of the late Robert E. and Anne Marie (Jean) Donnelly. Brian grew up in Billerica, MA, and graduated from Billerica High School Class of 1971. An Army veteran during the Vietnam War, Brian was stationed in Berlin, Germany; Brian cherished his time in the Army Security Agency until his honorable discharge, serving from 1972 to 1975 and holding the rank of Specialist 5.

   For many years, Brian worked for several New England electronics industry companies in sales and purchasing, eventually settling at Benchmark Electronics in Nashua.

    A resident of Nashua since 1985, he previously made his home in Chicago, IL, and Wisconsin. In his leisure time, Brian enjoyed boating, motorcycling, music, cuddling with his two cats, and especially spending time with his beloved neighbors, family, and friends. Brian also enjoyed his time at Lake Winnipesaukee and the White Mountains. Brian held membership in the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 622 of Lowell, MA.

   Members of his family include his wife of 40 years, Barbara A. (Schreiner) Donnelly, whom he married on August 8, 1982; a daughter, Elizabeth A. Donnelly of Billerica, MA; two granddaughters, Emily Chamberlain and Isabella McLaughlin; a brother, Craig Donnelly of South Hadley, MA; two sisters, Anne Tanner and her husband David, and Denise Nicholson, all of Billerica, MA; brother-in-law, Thomas Schreiner and his wife Joanie of Wisconsin; his predeceased sister-in-law Theresa Brennan; nephews and nieces, Adam Nicholson, Shannon Nicholson, David Tanner, Jr., Robert, Patrick, and Michael Donnelly, Holly (Donnelly) Blanchard, Sarah, Michael, and Anthony Brennan, and Amanda and Timothy Schreiner.

    Family and friends are invited to his calling hours on Friday, February 3^rd, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua. A graveside service and Army funeral honors will take place at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery in Boscawen at a later date. Donations may be made in his memory to the Disabled American Veterans, Chapter 47 of Billerica, MA. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com

Anne S. Harvey (Shugrue), 86, of Nashua NH, passed away on January 23, 2023, at home in her sleep surrounded by her family with whom she lived. Anne was born and raised in Lowell Massachusetts, a daughter of Frederick Shugrue and Ivy Shugrue (Rourke). Anne is predeceased by her late husband Frank L. Harvey of Nashua NH, sister-in-law Loretta Shugrue of Gilford NH, and her brother Robert Shugrue of Ft. Lauderdale FL. She is survived by her daughter Karin, son-in-law Kevin and their children; Martin, Ivy Rose, Patrick, Neva, and Matthew, as well as her grandson’s best friend James and partner Zoe, who also shared her home. She is also survived by her brother Fred Shugrue of Gilford NH, sister Lorraine Smith of Hudson NH, sister-in-law Phyllis Wood of Plaistow NH and many beloved nieces and nephews.

Anne graduated from University of Lowell with a BA in Music Education and went on to teach for almost fifty years at all levels including elementary, high school and college. She taught in the Chelmsford and Nashua School Districts as well as at Mount St. Mary High School and Rivier College, where she continued to teach piano until her retirement. She also taught private piano and spent many years working as a professional singer at events across Greater Nashua.

Anne’s passion for music led her to a lifelong involvement in community musical theater, an activity she enjoyed with her late husband Frank, with whom she shared the stage multiple times with the Actorsingers of Nashua. Anne became very involved in Actorsingers over the years with roles both on stage and as part of production teams. A memorable role was when Anne portrayed mother Abbess in The Sound of Music, a production where she shared the stage with her daughter Karin. Anne’s rendition of “Climb Every Mountain” earned her standing ovations. In recent years, Anne shared the stage with her daughter and grandchildren in productions with Friends of The Amato Center in Milford NH. Anne was an ardent supporter of her grandchildren’s endeavors in music and theater, attending everything from junior musicals to punk concerts. Anne’s proudest musical accomplishment was when she sang for United States President Gerald Ford, a story which she loved to tell everyone.

Anne loved spending time with her family. Some of her favorite activities were enjoying trips to Walt Disney World with her daughter, son-in-law, and grandkids, attending Bruins games with her daughter Karin, spending time during the cold months of winter enjoying sun in Marco Island FL, and summers in her family’s beach home in Maine. Anne loved sharing a meal with family and friends at her favorite restaurants like the Lobster Boat, Fridays or The Haluwa.

Anne was a lifelong animal lover. Anne loved the dogs in her life, 3 beautiful German Shepherds, and she worked for years with Kitty Angels to rescue and rehabilitate feral cats, including providing a home to many of them. Anne was a devout Catholic, and devotion to the pets in her life led her to adore Saint Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals.

Anne’s presence, love, support, and generous spirit will be deeply missed by her family and those who knew and loved her. As her grandkids say, “She was the best Grandmother ever”.

Calling hours will be held on Monday, January 30^th from 2pm to 4pm and 6pm to 8pm at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Parish of the Resurrection, 449 Broad Street, Nashua, Tuesday, January 31^st   at 11 a.m. Interment will follow immediately at Edgewood Cemetery in Nashua. Arrangements are in the care of Farwell Funeral Service Inc, Condolences can be left at www.farwellfuneralservice.com

   Theresa E. Morin, 93, of Nashua, widow of Harold L. Morin, passed away peacefully Sunday morning, January 22, 2023 at Fairview Nursing Home in Hudson.     

    Born in Nashua on March 31, 1929, she was a daughter of the late Donat and Dora (Golden) Landry. Educated in local schools, Theresa was a graduate of Nashua High School Class of 1947. In addition to raising her family, she worked in sales for most of her career at Avard’s Men’s Clothing, Almy’s, Kimrick Mills, Cobblestone Lane and Just Country. Later in her life, Theresa adored young children and worked at a day care until her retirement.

    In her leisure time, Theresa enjoyed baking, sewing, crocheting and knitting. She was a longtime member of the Nashua Emblem Club #170.

    Theresa and her husband Harold were married at St. Patrick Church on October 29, 1949 and shared 70 years together until his passing on May 14, 2019.

   Members of her family include three daughters, Cheryl A. Mucko of Nashua, Cindy Arel and her husband Richard of Merrimack, and Carla Snowdon and her husband Will of Old Lyme, CT; seven grandchildren, Jennifer Burbank, Shannon Kilmartin and her husband Mickey, Travis Arel and his wife Lindsay, Sheriden Beard, Savannah Beard, Quincy Snowdon and Cooper Snowdon; seven great-grandchildren, Wesley, Michael, Katie, Hadley, Tanner, Paisley and Taylor; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband and parents, Theresa was predeceased by her nine siblings; her son-in-law, Frank Mucko; and her grandson, Caleb Arel.

   There are no calling hours. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Patrick Church, 29 Spring Street, Nashua, Friday, January 27^th at 9:30 a.m.  Interment will follow at St. Patrick Cemetery in Hudson. Friends are invited to kindly meet at the church. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com 

   Felicia J. Flahive, 83, of Nashua, passed away Thursday morning, January 12, 2023 at Southern New Hampshire Medical Center, after a period of declining health.         

    Born in Manchester on March 1, 1939, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Helen Piterak. She was a high school graduate and studied some courses at a local college.  

    A resident of Nashua for many years, Felicia was employed at Triangle Pacific Cabinet Corporation for twenty years. She later worked for a book bindery and continued her career at Nashua Wallpaper & Paint as a bookkeeper.

     In her leisure time, she enjoyed traveling and train rides around New England with her son Patrick. Some of their favorite destinations were the Lakes Region of New Hampshire and beaches near Newburyport, MA.

     Felicia was predeceased by her husband, Clarence T. Flahive; her son, Patrick T. Flahive, who passed away September 15, 2017; and her brother, Frederick Piterak.

     Members of her family include her son, Michael A. Flahive of Nashua; sister-in-law, Dolly Piterak; three nieces and a nephew, Lynne Piterak and Lisa Piterak of California, Mark Flahive and Wendy Flahive of Hudson.

     Her family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to the doctors, nurses and staff of the Intensive Care Unit of Southern New Hampshire Medical Center and the Nashua Dialysis for their care, comfort and kindness to Felicia.

    Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERALHOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Thursday evening, January 19^th from 5 to 7 p.m. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in St. Patrick Church, 29 Spring Street, Nashua, Friday, January 20^th at 9:30 a.m. Interment will follow at St. Patrick Cemetery in Hudson.  Friends are invited to attend. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com 

     Paul E. Pelski, 68, of Nashua, passed away Saturday, January 7, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer.         

    Born in Providence, Rhode Island on May 25, 1954, he was a son of the late Thomas and Grace (Irons) Pelski. Paul grew up in Cranston, RI and was a graduate of Cranston High School West Class of 1972. He furthered his education at the University of Arizona, where he earned Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees.

     A longtime computer software engineer, Paul worked for several companies including Digital Equipment Corporation, Compaq, NuMega and Allscripts Health over the past 38 years.

     Paul was an avid fitness and sportsman and amateur musician, who played many instruments. Paul was a true Renaissance man. He will be sorely missed by his family and friends.

     Members of his family include his wife, Susan (Jutras) Pelski, with whom he shared 38 wonderful years; his father-in-law, Gerard Jutras; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Joan and Paul Rouleau, Paul and Nancy Jutras, the late Carol M. Jutras, Russ and Deborah Jutras, Carl and Lisa Jutras, Linda and Mark Madsen, and Karen and Michael Salvi; also many nieces and nephews.

     Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Friday, January 20^th from 6 to 8 p.m. A celebration of life service will be held in the funeral home, Saturday, January 21^st at 11:30 a.m. Friends are invited to attend. Donations may be made in Paul’s memory to Home Health & Hospice Care, 7 Executive Park Drive, Merrimack, NH 03054 or to the National Jewish Health, 1400 Jackson Street, Denver, CO 80206. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com