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   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

    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