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    Margaret B. (Stallybrass) Schultz Phelan, 94, of Nashua and formerly of Hollis, died peacefully on Wednesday evening, January 4, 2023 at the Community Hospice House in Merrimack.  She was the widow of Paul E. Phelan.       

   A native of England, Margaret was born on May 17, 1928, a daughter of the late Leslie M. and Elsie (Aspinwall) Stallybrass.  Margaret immigrated to the United States as a war bride in 1946 and lived in the Niagara Falls area of New York upon arrival.

    Margaret worked as a telephone operator with Bell Telephone in Sanborn, NY for many years. She then relocated her family to Medfield, MA and began a long and successful career in subscriptions at Computerworld.  She moved to Hollis, NH in 1968 and resided there for 47 years.  After her retirement from Computerworld, Margaret founded Enchanted Lace, a specialty retail shop where she combined her business acumen with her creativity and artistic talent.  She owned and operated Enchanted Lace for 33 years, delighting many customers with a unique and pleasurable shopping experience.  Margaret enjoyed spending time with her family and was always ready for an adventure!  

    In addition to her parents, Margaret was predeceased by her husband of 54 years Paul E. Phelan, who died in February 2013; and her sister, Elizabeth W. Pannett of England.  

    Margaret is survived by a daughter, Barbara G. (Schultz) Fraulini of Nashua; a son, Michael L. Schultz and his wife Julie of Nashua; four grandchildren, Michael Fraulini and his wife Amy of Ohio, Paula Fraulini and her husband Richard Noel of Nashua; Christopher Schultz and his wife Sue Lyons of Hudson and Aaron Schultz of Nashua; seven great-grandchildren, Maria and Matthew Fraulini, Tessa and Alexander Noel, Ethan, Lilliana and Skylar Schultz; a brother, Phillip R. Stallybrass of California; and brother-in-law, George Pannett of England.

     A Memorial Service and Interment will take place at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery in Boscawen 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.

  Raymond P. Bouley, Jr., 65, of Hudson, well-known businessman, passed away Wednesday afternoon, December 28, 2022 at Southern New Hampshire Medical Center after a brief illness.        

    Born in Nashua on October 11, 1957, he was a son of the Raymond P. and Marie F. (Jeannotte) Bouley. Educated in local schools, Ray attended Nashua High School and served with the US Navy aboard the USS Dace and USS Sunfish Submarines. 

Since 2011, Ray has owned and operated The White Birch Catering and Banquet Hall in Hudson along with his son, Joshua. Before that Ray was employed at Market Basket for twenty years as a Bakery Manager, working at several stores in the Nashua area. He was committed to serving the community and was involved with many charitable organizations. Donating food, time and space from his business, he regularly supported many local charities including Family Promise of Southern NH, the Southern NH Rescue Mission, American Red Cross, VFW and others. He also served as a board member of The Homestead Recovery Group, a non-profit organization that supports men in sober living. He was a member of The American Legion Post 48 and a member and past President of the Hudson Lions Club. He was honored as a Granite State Fellow by The Lions Sight and Hearing Foundation of NH and a Melvin Jones Fellow by the Lions Club International Foundation.   

     Members of his family include his wife of 44 years, Barbara R. (Shelton) Bouley, whom he married on June 17, 1978; his sons, Joshua Bouley and his wife Michele, and Jeffrey Bouley all of Manchester; a grandson, Jacob; four brothers, Marc Bouley and his wife Barbara of Nashua, George Bouley and his wife Susan of Goffstown, Thomas Bouley of Vermont, and the late Joseph Bouley, who passed away in 2007; a sister, Sharon O’Connell and her husband John of Plymouth, MA.

He had several nieces and nephews, Brian and Danielle Bouley, Andrew and Caitlin O’Connell, Taylor and Ryan Shelton, Jonathan, Kenneth, David and Gregory Shelton and Stephanie Harkins.  He also has several great nieces and nephews.

    Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Thursday afternoon, January 5^th from 3 to 5 p.m. followed by a service at 5 o’clock. After the service, family and friends are invited to the White Birch Catering and Banquet Hall, 222 Central Street, Hudson. If you would like to donate to a charity close to Ray’s heart, please send a check payable to the Homestead Recovery Group and mail it to the Homestead Inn, c/o Kristine Paquette 188 King Street, Boscawen, NH 03303 or any Veterans Charity.  Friends are invited to attend. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com

Marie M. MacFadgen, 89, of Dracut, MA, formerly of Hudson, NH, passed away Wednesday morning, December 28, 2022, at Palm Center in Chelmsford, after a period of declining health.

Born in Lowell, Massachusetts on July 15, 1933, she was a daughter of the late Norberto and Ethel (Sousa) Ferreira. A graduate of Lowell High School Class of 1952, Marie co-founded and sang with a group known as the ‘G-Clef’s’. She was also a member of St. Anthony’s Church in Lowell, where she regularly sang at masses. A talented artist, Marie enjoyed painting and sketching, even studying art at Lowell Tech.

Married to her high school sweetheart Warren L. MacFadgen, Jr. on March 11, 1955, the couple lived in the Merrimack Valley of Massachusetts most of their lives. Before her marriage, Marie ventured out as a career woman, working at John Hancock Insurance Company in Boston and as a civil service employee at Watertown Arsenal. Early in her marriage, Marie and her husband briefly resided in Oakland, CA, where she worked as a Federal employee at the Presidio in San Francisco. Later, she and her family made their home in Chesapeake, Virginia for seven years, where both Marie and Warren worked at Norfolk Naval Ship Yard.

In her later years, Marie loved playing Mrs. Santa Claus at Lowell General Hospital’s annual employee holiday celebration, where she served as a contractor for the Community Relations Department. She was a member of the Hudson Seniors and an avid bingo player. She loved adventure and enjoyed traveling the country every chance she got.  In addition, Marie was a dedicated Willie Nelson fan and attended many of his concerts, meeting him in person on several occasions.

Marie was predeceased by her husband Warren, who passed away February 19, 2005 and with whom she shared nearly 50 years together.

Members of her family include her four children, Amanda MacFadgen of Nashua, Bonnie Charette and her husband Robert of Hudson, Stuart MacFadgen and his wife Sheryl of Tyngsborough, MA, and Lynne Conti and her husband David of Dracut, MA. Her many beloved grandchildren include Debhinn Watts, Jason Charette, Heather Estremera, Esq., Eric Conti, Brianna Conti, Lindsay MacFadgen, Samuel MacFadgen, Charles MacFadgen, Sara MacFadgen, Michael Ferreira and Mark Ferreira. In addition, she lovingly doted on her adorable great-grandchildren, including Ella Charette, Carlee Charette, London Charette, Wyatt Charette, Lucas Aquaro, Soleil Estremera, Lennox Watts and Noah Ferreira. She is survived by many nieces and nephews, as well as two sisters, Theresa Collinge, of Pelham, NH and Elaine Coconis, of Chelmsford, MA and her cousin Frances Gonsalves of San Diego, CA. Marie was predeceased by six siblings, Ethel, Hilda, Julie, Deolinda, Norbert and David, as well as cousins George Mello of Lowell, and Mary Drummond and John Goveia of southern California.

Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Wednesday, January 4^th from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. followed by her funeral service at Noon. Interment will take place at St. Patrick Cemetery in Hudson. Family and friends are invited to attend. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com           

   Robert R. Francoeur, 96, a lifelong Nashua resident, passed away Friday evening, December 23, 2022 at St. Joseph Hospital after a brief period of declining health.         

    Born in Nashua on May 10, 1926, he was a son of the late Alfred and Cecile (Levesque) Francoeur. Bob was educated in local schools and served with the Navy for three years during World War II.

   Bob was a longtime employee of Nashua Corporation, where he worked as a machine operator.

    An avid candlepin bowler, Bob was a five-time New Hampshire State Champion and Nashua City Champion. He was honored by the International Candlepin Bowling Association with his induction into the Candlepin Hall of Fame in 1993.

   Bob also loved playing billiards and was fondly known as “Banker Bob”. He was a life-member of the American Legion Post 48 of Hudson.

     Bob was the husband of Theresa Y. (Rodier) Francoeur, whom he married on January 12, 1946. The couple made their home in Nashua and Hudson. They shared 58 wonderful years together until her passing on May 26, 2004.     

   Members of his family include his five children and their spouses, Robert and Eva (Ricker) Francoeur of Merrimack, Connie (Francoeur) and Len Poirier of Bethany Beach, DE, Roger and Karen (Clarke) Francoeur of Bennington, NE, Leo and Diane (Soucy) Francoeur of Hudson and Gary Francoeur of Nashua; ten grandchildren, Robert Jr. and Brian Francoeur, Kimberly (Lafond), Christy (Farland), Jason and Ryan Poirier, and Matthew and Eric Francoeur, Katie (Stella) and Jessica (Small);  nineteen great-grandchildren; brothers-in-law, Paul Boucher and Maurice Rodier of Nashua; also many nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife and parents, Bob was also predeceased by four brothers, Roger, Romeo (Joe), Rene and Roland (Frank) Francoeur; and a sister, Rose Boucher.

    Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Thursday evening, December 29^th from 6 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent in Bob’s name to the American Heart Association https://www.heart.org/donate.  A Celebration of Life and interment will take place in the Spring. The date and time will be announced later. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com

    Walter Armand “Wally” Matte of Nashua, passed away peacefully Thursday afternoon, December 22, 2022 at St. Joseph Hospital after 75 years of a full life with numerous friends, family and adventures.

     A longtime Nashua resident, he was born in Lowell, Massachusetts on May 16, 1947, a son of the late Walter Bernard and Rita G. (Ninteau) Matte. Wally was a high school graduate with college credits he earned during his career as a machinist.

   Wally was employed with Hollis Engineering and Cooper Industries for over 30 years.

    Wally leaves behind his beloved wife, Mary M. “Peggy” (Diggins) Matte, whom he married on May 15, 1970 and shared over 52 years together; his sons, Peter J. Matte of Nashua and Gregory S. Matte and his wife Bridget of Bolton, MA; three grandchildren, Brittney L. Matte and her fiancé Angelo Soares of Nashua along with Nicholas S. Matte and Justin Velez (deceased) of Bolton, MA; five great-grandchildren, A.J., Julie, Mason, Makenzie and Landen Soares; a sister, Pauline Alphonse of New Baltimore, Michigan, two brothers, William “Billy” Matte of Nashua and the late Edward R. Matte; cousin Claire Vallante and her husband Carmen of Dracut, MA; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Diana and Barry Isaacs of Leland, SC, Kathy Urquhart of Hudson, NH, Janet and Frank Prince of Nashua and Frances Griffin of Natick, MA; nieces and nephews, Roger Fugere, Steven and Matthew Isaacs, Alan, Chris, Kevin and Sean Urquhart, Amanda Dover, Candace Brickey, Carl Johnson, Kyle Griffin, Edward and John Matte; numerous grandnieces and grandnephews; great friends, John and Terry Grygel, John and Terry Walega, Andre and Paula Guillmette, Mike Sullivan and Lance Minnich; his bonus daughter Debra Gregory and her husband Ian of Merrimack, NH.  Walter loved the pets he cared for in his life including beloved dogs Becka, Vikna, Becky-Sue, Samantha, Nick, Cybil and Lizzie B. along with Charlie the cat.

    In his leisure time, he loved hunting, fishing and spending time at his property in Vermont.  Wally had special interests in reading, history, astronomy, music and photography.  He enjoyed sharing these interests with family and friends.  Wally’s life included plenty of travel including over 25 cruises to destinations including Bermuda, the Caribbean, Costa Rica, Venezuela and Mexico with his wife Peggy and their friends.

    Family and friends are invited to the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Saturday, January 28^th from 1pm to 4pm with a Celebration of Life starting at 2:30pm. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com

       Robert W. Curren, 80, of Bradenton, Florida, formerly of Methuen, MA and Hudson, NH, passed away peacefully among family on Tuesday morning, November 8, 2022 at the Community Hospice House in Merrimack.          

    Born in Lawrence, MA on July 10, 1942, he was a son of the late William C. and Theresa (Dawe) Curren of Methuen, MA. He was a graduate of Methuen High School Class of 1960. Robert was a Navy veteran who served during the Vietnam War from 1964 to 1971. He had fond memories of serving on the USS Kitty Hawk.

    After Robert’s military service, he graduated from Southern New Hampshire University, formerly New Hampshire College with an Engineering degree. A Radar Technician by trade, he began his career with Raytheon in Manchester, NH, then went on to the New Boston Air Force Tracking Station, formerly Ford Aerospace in New Boston, NH. During his career at the tracking station, he volunteered to carry out shifts at the Thule Tracking Station in Thule, Greenland.

    Bob enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, photography, golfing, hiking and driving his tractor on his farm in Florida. He was an avid fan of the of the Philadelphia Eagles and Baltimore Orioles.

    He is survived by his two sons and daughters-in-law, Daniel R. and Karen Curren of Pembroke, NH and Timothy J. and Melanie Curren of Merrimack NH; six grandsons, Riley, Grant, Nolan, Ayden, Quinn and Jayce Curren. He is also survived by his significant other, Joyce Tuttle of Bradenton, FL; and his beloved Boston Terrier “King Ramsey”.

    A Graveside service and Navy Honors will take place at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery in Boscawen, Thursday, December 22nd at 11 a.m. Donations may be made in his 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.

Jeffrey J. Rowman, 52, of Nashua, a longtime Nashua business executive, passed away unexpectedly at his home, Sunday, December 18, 2022.         

   A lifelong resident of Nashua, he was born on September 9, 1970, son of John W. Jr. and Annette Marie (Laudani) Rowman of Nashua. Educated in local schools, Jeff was a graduate of Nashua High School Class of 1988.

   Jeff was the 4^th generation of his family to own and operate Nashua Window Cleaning Service, founded by his great-grandfather, Louis F. Rowman in 1910. For many years, Jeff worked with his father, John W. Rowman Jr. and grandfather, John W. Rowman, Sr.

    In his leisure time, Jeff enjoyed fishing and Friday night card games with his friends. He also was a fan of the New England Patriots and Boston Bruins.

    Besides his parents, members of family include a daughter, Selena Matthewson; three sisters, Laurie Larsen and her husband William of Westford, MA, Kristine Eskridge and her husband Matthew of Nashua and Stacie Rowman of Manchester; two nephews, Reese Eskridge and James Larsen; a niece, Nicole Larsen and her wife, Ginger Ryll; and many friends.

     Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Wednesday, December 28^th from 6 to 8 p.m. Friends are invited to attend. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com 

   Roberta W. (Harris) Blais, 95, of Nashua, widow of Roland J. Blais, passed away Friday morning, December 16, 2022 at Premier Rebab and Healthcare in Nashua, after a period of declining health.         

   A resident of Nashua for over 70 years, she was born in Eagle Lake, Maine on June 8, 1927, daughter of William and Edith (Thomas) Harris. Roberta was educated in Maine schools and was a homemaker.

    Roberta and her husband Roland made their home on Broad Street in Nashua for many years. The couple shared 51 years together until his passing on March 5, 1998.

    In her leisure time, she enjoyed going to flea markets and yard sales.

   Members of her family include her daughter and son-in-law, Linda S. and Donald Pope of Nashua; two grandchildren, Tanya Pope and Jason Pope and his wife Diana.

   There will be no formal services at this time. Roberta will be laid to rest at St. Francis Xavier Cemetery. 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.

   It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Melissa Sharon Scheurich, who left this world peacefully, early in the morning of December 15, 2022, due to complications from Diabetes and Huntington’s Disease. She was 40 years old.         

    The daughter of John Scheurich and Deborah McCaffery, she was born on October 11, 1982 in Redlands, California. While just 19 months old, she moved to Nashua, NH, where she lived the majority of her short life. It was here that her loving son, Kyler Guthro, was born and raised.

   Melissa is predeceased by her father John, who himself passed away at a young age. Her Aunt Suzanne Boucher, as well as her grandparents on both sides of her family. She is survived by her son, mother, step-father, Dan DuBois, and her siblings Elise and Thomas DuBois.

   A Celebration of Life will occur in the Spring. 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. 

Donald P. Lavoie, 88, of Nashua, NH passed away peacefully on Monday, December 12, 2022, at St. Joseph Hospital in Nashua, NH, with his beloved wife of 59 years Carol (Oban) Lavoie, and his daughter Lisa (Lavoie) Webb by his side.

Donald was born in Nashua, NH, on August 21, 1934, the son of the late Jeanne (Plourde) and Auguste Lavoie.

Donald was a graduate of Nashua High School and the former Nashua Business College, and a long-time employee of the Slawsby Insurance Company until his retirement.

Donald was a loyal fan of the Boston sports teams, particularly the Red Sox and Bruins.  Donald had a keen mind for finance and was known to check the stock market daily.  He also enjoyed reading and playing Words with Friends.  More than anything, Donald loved spending time with his family.

Donald was a devoted parishioner at the former St. Francis Xavier Church and then the Immaculate Conception Church in Nashua.

In addition to his wife Carol, his daughter Lisa and her husband Richard Webb of Dover, Donald is survived by his four grandchildren Carson and Kennedy Webb, and Madison and Camryn Lavoie.  He is also survived by his brothers Gerard Lavoie and his wife Jeannine, Richard Lavoie and his wife Louise, and Philip Lavoie and his wife Linda, as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Donald was predeceased by his son Mark Lavoie, his sister Rita (Lavoie) Constant and her husband Roger, and his brother John Lavoie and his wife Diane “Mickey.”

Formal services will be announced at a later date.  Donations may be made in Donald’s memory to the American Heart Association. 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.

Kevin T. Bryan Jr., Mi’gmaw from Gespe’gewa’gi, Mi’gma’gi and long-time resident of Nashua, passed away unexpectedly Sunday morning, December 11, 2022, at the age of 27. 

Born in Campbellton, New Brunswick, Canada on February 6, 1995, he is a son of Brenda Speller of Gesgapegiag, Quebec and Kevin T. Bryan of Derry, New Hampshire. In addition to his parents, Kevin is survived by his son, Jayden Isiah Bryan-Galafassi; his sisters, Melissa Bryan and Melanie Bryan; his brothers, Jonathan Rosenthal and Jeremy Speller; his maternal grandparents, Ernestine and Wales Condo; mother of his son, Jessica Galafassi, and his partner Brenda Baez. 

Fondly known as “Jazz” by his family and friends, he attended Nashua High School North with ambitions to continue his education afterwards. He is acknowledged as an exceptional basketball athlete and often relied on the sport as medicine. In addition to competing, he also shared his love and teachings of the game with his son. 

Jazz was funny, caring, and warm-hearted and would always lend a helping hand unselfishly. His compassion and love for his people was his greatest strength, to which inspired those around him to be better. Jazz will be dearly missed and remembered by his loved ones forever. 

Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Saturday afternoon, December 17^th from 2 to 5 p.m. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com

   Joyce C. Clement, 90, of Merrimack, passed away on Saturday evening, December 10, 2022 at the Crestwood Center in Milford from Bone Marrow Cancer.

   Joyce was the last remaining child of the late William W. III and Viola Mae (Nichols) Clement.  She is predeceased by five brothers, Kenneth, Gilbert, Melvin, Leon and Earl Clement; and three sisters, Enid Hennessey, Nancy Ray and Baby Elizabeth Clement.  

    A graduate of the Class of 1949 from Nashua High School, Joyce furthered her education at the former Nashua Business College and Miami Dade Junior College.

   Joyce was a Korean War veteran, serving in the U.S. Marine Corps, stationed at Quantico, VA (an intelligence base).  She will be remembered for her many years in the travel industry as well as real estate.

    In her leisure time, Joyce enjoyed art work, drawing and photography and was a member of the Nashua Camera Club. She enjoyed astronomy and loved cats.

    Special thanks to her many nieces and nephews and their families. Also the Veterans Administration Community Care, AA-MD Foundation Hospice of Merrimack, Dr. Rao and Staff and the Nurses at Southern New Hampshire Medical Center and to the staff of the Crestwood Center. Special, Special Thanks to her Dunkin Donut buddies who checked on her daily, and her many neighbors and friends.

   In honoring Joyce’s wishes, there are no calling hours and private burial will take place at the Fairview Cemetery in Westford, MA. Memorial donations may be made to her favorite charity: Kitty Angels, P.O. Box 638, Tyngsborough, MA 01879. 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.    

   With deep sadness, we announce the unexpected passing of Alexander R. Caron, 78, of Nashua, New Hampshire, on Friday, December 9, 2022 at the Bedford Hills Rehabilitation Center.         

    Born in Woonsocket, Rhode Island on September 28, 1944, Alex was the son of Gertrude T. (St. Amant) and Leo L. Caron. Alexander was a lifelong resident of Nashua, where he attended elementary and high school. Alex received his undergraduate degree Summa Cum Laude from New Hampshire College, and his MBA Magna Cum Laude from Southern New Hampshire University. He worked as a CPA, practicing in NH and MA for several years. Alex was a veteran who served with the New Hampshire National Guard, Battery B, 197^th Artillery Division, deployed to Vietnam in 1968.

     Alexander was an avid reader, with a passion for science-fiction and fantasy novels. Alex was especially fond of J.R.R. Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings. This love extended to his choice of movies and television programs. Alex loved technology, especially computers, software, and learning about the newest developments in the market. He enjoyed computer and console gaming. Alex dabbled in cooking. He was always excited to share his newest improvement t his chili or spaghetti sauce recipe.

    Alexander is survived by his daughter, Brigitte A. Caron and her life-partner, Dana P. Reagan of Bedford, NH. He remained friends with his former wife, Monique B. Caron, also of Bedford, NH. She was essential to providing support to him during his declining health. Alexander is predeceased by his son, Thomas A. Caron of Nashua, NH and his parents, Gertrude T. (St. Amant) and Leo L. Caron of Londonderry and Nashua, NH.

     Per his wishes, there will be 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.

NASHUA – Mary Elizabeth Sarameta entered into eternal life on Wednesday, December 7, 2022.  A lifelong resident of Nashua, she was born July 17, 1927, daughter of the late Stanley and Domecelia (Gulbin) Antonovich Sarameta, both of Lithuanian descent. Following graduation from Nashua High School in 1944, she was employed as a payroll clerk at the former J.F. McElwain Company until 1952, later retiring as an administrative secretary with Sanders Associates (now BAE Systems) in 1989.

In her younger years, Mary enjoyed dancing at the Commodore Ballroom in Lowell, MA, and even danced with famous baseball player and icon, Yogi Berra. She also loved vacationing in sunny locations and traveling to far-away places, most recently to Spain, Austria, and Italy. Mary also treasured practicing Lithuanian traditions and instilled the Lithuanian culture and heritage in her family, as well as spoke Lithuanian fluently. She enjoyed listening to big band, classical, and Lithuanian music, as well as to the Mantovani Orchestra and Andrea Bocelli. Mary lovingly cared for her mother for her entire life.

Mary was a communicant of St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church and the former St. Casimir’s Church, and Catholicism was a very important part of her life.

Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her nephew George Mikulis in 1978, her brother-in-law Benjamin Mikulis Sr. in 2003, her brother Sylvester Antonovich in 2004, her sister Nellie Mikulis in 2009, and her sister-in-law Bernice Antonovich in 2014.

Survivors include nephew Benjamin Mikulis Jr., niece Patricia Williams, both of Nashua, nephew Dr. David Mikulis of Toronto, Canada, nephew John Antonovich, nieces Mary Green, Donna Hepler, Joan Antonovich Yokote, all of California, and numerous great nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to attend the mass of Christian Burial at St. Patrick’s Church, 29 Spring Street, Nashua, NH, on Friday, December 9, at 9:00 a.m. followed by burial at Holy Cross Lithuanian Cemetery, Hudson, NH. There will be no calling hours.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Mary’s memory may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, to The Humane Society of Greater Nashua at 24 Ferry Road, Nashua, NH 03064, or to Home Health & Hospice Care, 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.

   Edwina Lee (Chapman) Wiedeman 75, of Nashua, passed away Sunday morning, December 4, 2022 at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, due to heart complications.       

   Mrs. Wiedeman was born in Exeter, New Hampshire on July 14, 1947, a daughter of the late Geneva (Knope) Chapman. Edwina grew up in Exeter and Epping before moving to Nashua, NH.

    Edwina was a homemaker to her family and in her leisure time loved playing bingo, cribbage and doing puzzles. She also loved Elephants.

   Members of her family include her son, Joseph W. Mandigo Jr. and wife Sharon; her daughter, Heidi Lynn Frost all of Nashua; six grandchildren, Erik and Mark Mandigo, Rebecca Houle and husband Brad, Donald Frost IV, Surina Bourbeau and husband Brandon, and Brendon Frost; eleven great-grandchildren; and her sisters, Dawn West of Sebring, FL and Frances Joyner of Freemont, NH.

   Friends are invited to the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Saturday afternoon, December 10^th from 1 to 2 p.m. Private interment will take place at a later date. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com 

   William Paul Porter, 85, of Nashua, passed away at his home, Thursday evening, December 1, 2022 after a period of declining health.    

    Born in Perth Amboy, New Jersey on June 7, 1937, he was a son of the late Paul and Rita (Murphy) Porter. Bill grew up on Staten Island, NY and graduated from high school in 1955. Shortly after his graduation, he enlisted in the Air Force and served for 30 years as an Explosive Ordinance Disposal (“EOD”) specialist until his retirement in 1985, with the rank of Chief Master Sergeant. During his Air Force career, Bill served in the Vietnam War, taught at the EOD School in Maryland and was awarded various medals to include two Bronze Stars and the Airmen’s Medal for heroism.

    A resident of Nashua since 1984, Bill continued his career with Textron in Massachusetts where he worked as a weapons safety engineer for over 20 years.

   Bill was an active volunteer at Southern New Hampshire Medical Center in Nashua for many years and was a communicant of Immaculate Conception Parish.

    In his leisure time, Bill enjoyed fishing, drives in the countryside with his wife and volunteering with the Community Emergency Response Team of Nashua.

    Members of his family include his wife, Jeaninne M. (Vaury) Porter, whom he married on October 11, 1958 and shared 64 years together; three sons, Christian Porter and his wife Jennifer, James Porter and the late Richard Porter; and a sister, Margaret Pluta. In addition to his son and parents, Bill was also predeceased by a brother, James Porter.

    Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Thursday, December 15^th from 4 to 7 p.m.  A Graveside service and Air Force honors will take place at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery, 110 Daniel Webster Highway in Boscawen, Friday, December 16^th at 1 p.m. Friends are invited to attend. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com