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   Richard Alves da Silva, 76, of Nashua, passed away at his home, surrounded by his wife, family and friends, Friday evening, March 28, 2025.           

   The youngest of five children, he was born in Brockton, Massachusetts on February 16, 1949, a son of the late Alexander Alves da Silva and Rose Pereira (Silva) da Silva. Richard grew up in Brockton and graduated from Brockton High School in 1967. An Army veteran, Richard proudly served his country from 1969 to 1972 when Uncle Sam came calling. Following his military service, he furthered his education at Massasoit College, earning his Associates Degree in Science in 1974 and went on to earn a BS/BA at Suffolk University.

   Richard spent over 30 years working for the Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA), first at the Jamaica Plain VA and then the Bedford VA in Fiscal Service. He worked his way up from Accountant to Chief of the Department. Later in his career, he moved within the DVA to what was then known as Decision Support Systems (DSS), housed at the Bedford, Massachusetts VA.

     After leaving the Army, Richard took up long distance running and held many race records in local communities for a number of years. He qualified for the Boston Marathon when the qualifying times for his age group had been tightened up to 2 hours and 50 minutes. Sadly, due to an injury, he was unable to run the race. During COVID, Richard taught himself to play guitar and proudly played for his wife, greyhounds and guitar friends. Richard loved to send videos of new songs that he had learned to play to his family and friends. He always shared them with his guitar group first. Ultimately his favorite pastime was playing with and walking his greyhounds, Bryndel, Carlee (aka his Cawlee-Flower), Louie and Franco.

    Richard traveled to many places throughout the world, but his favorite places were those that he traveled with his greyhounds, like Greystock (GA); Greyhounds Reach the Beach (DE); Grapehounds (NY); Greyhounds in Gettysburg (PA); Burlington, VT and so many other places.

    He was a proud member of the Lauren Bateman’s Fellowship of the Strings Community.

    Members of his family include his loving wife, Patricia S. Klee (Nashua Ward Three Alderwoman); his four siblings, Nancy Lundberg and her late husband Carl, Robert da Silva and his wife Cora, the late Alexander da Silva and the late Rose Marie da Silva; nieces and nephews, Lynn Crapis, David Lundberg, Jeff da Silva, Sarah da Silva, Susan da Silva and Dan da Silva; dear family friend, Lynda Gillin; his beloved Greyhounds, Carlee, Franco, Bryndel (deceased) and Louie (deceased).

     Richard’s true passion lived with his beloved greyhounds and all greyhounds. He was extremely generous in his donations to greyhound shelters. His hope in life and in death is that he could save every greyhound and have enough property to house many. He would read stories about the rescues from the shelters listed below and immediately take out a credit card and make a donation or sponsor a foster. It is his wish that any purchase of flowers should be put aside and the monies be donated to the following shelters: Fast Friends Greyhound Adoption, 14 W. Swanzey Rd, Swanzey, NH (603) 355-1556; Greyhound Friends at Saddle Hill Rd, Hopkinton, MA 01748, (508) 435-5969. In addition to his greyhounds, he loved being a member of his guitar group named the Fellowship of the Strings and to be one of the original members of Lauren’s Lifetime Fellowship. Richard will be interred at the New Hampshire Veterans’s Cemetery, 110 Daniel Webster Highway (Route 3) in Boscawen, NH, Thursday, June 19th at 11 a.m. Friends are invited to attend.  To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com

The Farwell Funeral Service, 18 Lock Street, Nashua is assisting the family with arrangements.

   Jeanne Louise (Poulin) Boucher, 72, of Nashua, wife of Michael D. Boucher, passed away Thursday evening, March 13, 2025 after a brief illness.           

   A resident of Nashua for many years, Jeanne was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota on June 20, 1952, a daughter of the late Bernice Helen (Gronlund) and Alfred Joseph Poulin Jr. She was educated in local schools and graduated from Alvirne High School in Hudson Class of 1971.   

   Jeanne was a homemaker and also worked as a security guard at BAE Systems in Nashua.

   Members of her family include her husband Mike, whom she married on September 26, 1998 in Hudson and shared over 26 years together; a son, James Masterson and his wife Sadie; two daughters, Jodi Masterson and Jennifer Masterson; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; a brother, Robert Poulin and his wife Beth; also nieces and nephews; and her dog and little buddy, “Scruffy”.  In addition to her parents, Jeanne was also predeceased by her sisters, Janet and Elizabeth; her brother, Raymond; and stepmother, Jannette T. (Belair) Poulin, who passed away in 2018. 

   There are no calling hours. A Graveside service will take place in St. Louis Cemetery, 752 West Hollis Street, Nashua, Wednesday afternoon, March 19^th at 2 o’clock. Family and friends are invited to meet at the cemetery. Donations may be made in her memory to the Intensive Care Unit of Southern New Hampshire Medical Center, 8 Prospect Street, Nashua, NH 03060. 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.

Russell L. Marcum, 78, a longtime Hollis resident, passed away early Wednesday morning, March 12, 2025 at Southern New Hampshire Medical Center in Nashua, NH after a brief illness.

One of ten children, he was born in Nashua on January 9, 1947 to the late Benjamin W. and Catherine M. “Katy” (Russell) Marcum. Russ grew up in Hollis, graduated from Hollis High School Class of 1965, and furthered his education at Wentworth Institute of Technology in Boston. An Army veteran, Russ was stationed in Germany during the Vietnam War and has maintained the relationships he made there to this day.

Russ was employed as a building inspector for the City of Nashua for 27 years. He was proud of his job and was excited to tell anyone who would listen about the ins and outs of Nashua.

In his leisure time, Russ enjoyed traveling, watching football, and playing golf in the league at Overlook Golf Club in Hollis. He could usually be seen with his faithful companions, his dogs, Andy and Sherman, by his side. Above all else, it was important to Russ to be surrounded by his family and friends.

Members of his family include his wife of 16 years, Joan B. (Whittemore) Marcum; his children, Matthew Marcum and his wife Katlynn of Exeter, NH; Johanna “Annie” Marcum Colby and her husband Casey of Bradford, NH and the late Jill (Marcum) Garcia, who passed away in February 2024; in addition to Joan’s children, Coleen Sabatini, of San Francisco, CA, and Patrick Sabatini and wife, Courtney, of Nashville, TN; five grandchildren, Nicolas Atkinson, Hannah Marie Marcum, Gabriel Garcia, Joseph Garcia and Sawyer Sabatini; one great-grandchild, Salem Atkinson; three brothers, Alan Marcum and his wife Elaine of Pelham, NH, Joseph Marcum and his wife Linda of Hollis, NH, and Steven Marcum and his wife Melissa of Whitefield, NH; three sisters, Mary Marcum and her husband Edward Hawkins of Lebanon, ME, Catherine Marcum and her wife, Arlene Farr of Greenfield, MA and Donna Marcum Verville and her husband Robert of Manchester, NH; sister-in-law, Diane (Lavoie) Marcum of Nashua, NH; along with many nieces, nephews, and cousins. In addition to his parents and daughter, Russ was predeceased by three brothers, John P. Marcum, Daniel P. Marcum, and Benjamin W. Marcum, III. Russ is also survived by the mother of his children, and good friend, Marie Barrett, of Bradford, NH.

Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Tuesday, March 18 th from 4 to 7 p.m. A Mass of Catholic Burial will be celebrated at St. Joseph The Worker Parish, 777 West Hollis Street, Nashua, NH, on Wednesday, March 19 th at 10 a.m. This will be followed by a luncheon at White Birch Catering and Banquet Hall, 222 Central St, Hudson, NH. All are invited to attend. Army Funeral Honors and Interment will take place at the New Hampshire Veterans Cemetery in Boscawen, NH, at 11 a.m. on Thursday, March 20th. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Nashua Soup Kitchen and Shelter, 2 Quincy Street, Nashua, NH. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com

Bonnie Christine Sico Russell of Goffstown, NH, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2025, at the age of 72, after a brief illness. She was born in Westfield, MA, on December 11, 1952, to Girardo A. and Eleanora (Consolatti) Sico.

Bonnie’s life was filled with compassion, creativity, and adventure. After graduating from Westfield High School, she pursued a degree in business administration and education, ultimately earning a master’s degree in counseling. While working in the accounting department at Anheuser-Busch in Merrimack, NH, she met the love of her life, Harry Russell. They married on November 1, 1980, and lived in Nashua, NH, before trading New England’s snow for the New Mexico sunshine in Las Cruces in 1993. There, Bonnie worked as a supervisor at the New Mexico State University Student Health Center until her retirement.

This chapter of the duo’s lives was filled with exploration and discovery. Visitors would not miss an early-morning walk, a trip to Historic Mesilla (or even Juarez for the adventurous), or the sight of jackrabbits darting into the mountains. Bonnie’s time in New Mexico also deepened her devotion to animals. As a Humane Society volunteer, she not only gave her time but also her home. She and Harry adopted dogs Charlie and Sammi and cats Oscar, Felix, and Lotti, providing them with a life filled with love.

When not exploring New Mexico or visiting family in Colorado and New England, Bonnie and Harry traveled far and wide, from Hawaii to Italy. Bonnie’s deep connection to her Italian heritage was reflected in both her love of cooking and her travels. She and Harry made several trips to Italy, visiting places like Rome, Portofino, and Elba.

Bonnie had an artistic soul and a heart full of curiosity. She was a talented artist, avid reader, and had a beautiful singing voice. She found joy in music, nature walks with her cousin Naomi, and watching birds at the feeder. A devoted, supportive, and genuine presence in her family’s lives, she leaves behind her loving husband of 44 years, Harry E. Russell, and her stepchildren: Janet (Francisco) Ginja, Debbie Morrisette, Sandra (Dan) Riedy, Harry Russell Jr., and John (Nicole) Russell. She was a cherished grandmother to Ryan, Evan, Jordan (late), Jacquie, Nicholas, and Macie, and a great-grandmother to Luisa.

Bonnie is survived by her siblings Gary (late wife Janine) Sico, Neva (Richard) LeSage, and Samuel (Lauri) Sico, as well as many cousins, nieces, and nephews who adored her.

Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, Friday evening, March 14^th from 4 to 6 p.m. with a prayer service to follow.  Interment will take place at a later date in  East Cemetery in Hollis NH. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Granite VNA Hospice House in Concord, NH, where Bonnie received extraordinary, compassionate care.  To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com.

Born on February 8, 1942, Roy Stevens Whittredge, after a long illness, passed away, surrounded by his loving family on February 27, 2025.

Roy graduated from Hyde Park High School in 1959, where he was class treasurer and a member of the National Honor Society.  He attended Northeastern University, where he became a charter member of the Northeastern University Skydiving Club.  He earned a BS in Mathematics in 1963, graduating Magna Cum Laude. After graduation, Roy joined the United States Air Force, and served during the US Intervention in The Dominican Republic in 1965.

After the Air Force, Roy was employed at Draper Laboratories in Cambridge, MA, where he worked as a computer engineer on many projects for the Space Program and the US military. His contributions to the field of space exploration were invaluable, and he was recognized by MIT on August 15, 1969 for his contributions to the Apollo Program’s Primary Guidance, Navigation, and Control systems.

Roy is survived by his beloved wife of 56 years, Geraldine Blasi Whittredge and their two children, Steven and his wife, Abby and Kristina and her husband, Patrick. His grandchildren, Dylan (20) and Axel (15), brought him immense joy and pride. He is also survived by the children of his late sister, Virginia Whittredge Capolupo: Rich, Wayne, Karen, Phil, and Stephen and their families; also several nieces, nephews. grandnieces, grandnephews and extended family members. Roy’s legacy lives on through his family and friends, who will cherish the memories and lessons he shared with them.

In addition to his professional achievements and family life, Roy had several hobbies, notably building electronic circuits and devices, and reading. Roy had an insatiable thirst for knowledge, and was a prolific reader of many subjects; notably, Mayan civilization, science, mathematics, and US history.

As we say goodbye to Roy Stevens Whittredge, we hold onto the memories of his kindness, generosity, and unwavering spirit. His legacy will continue to live on through the lives he touched and the love he shared. Roy’s impact on the world will never be forgotten, and his memory will always be cherished. Rest in peace, Roy, knowing that you were loved and will be missed dearly.

Donations may be made in Roy’s memory to the Brain & Behavior Research Foundation, 747 Third Avenue, 33^rd Floor, New York, NY 10017. A Graveside Service and Air Force Funeral Honors will take place at East Cemetery. Wheeler Road in Hollis, Monday, April 14th at 11 a.m. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com The Farwell Funeral Service, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, assisted the family with arrangements.

   Paul P. Palucchi, 72, a lifelong Nashua resident, passed away at his home, Tuesday, February 25, 2025, after a period of declining health.          

   Born in Nashua on July 23, 1952, he was a son of the late Roland F. and Lottie (Descoteau) Palucchi. Paul was educated in local schools and was a graduate of Nashua High School Class of 1970.

  Paul would like to let you know that his work here is done.  He received a call that he could not refuse and there would be no return.  It does come with a huge bonus, a reunion with family, friends and pets he has not seen in a long time.  We will remember his smile, warmth, energy, kindness and never ending stories.  He loved his music, building model cars, as well as detailing and taking care of his own vehicles.

   Paul had many jobs over his lifetime, including DJ’s in the 80’s, working for Alexander’s Supermarket (where he was known as “Moose”) and Shaw’s supermarket in receiving and shipping for many years.  He also worked for Christian Party Rental of Hollis and Towers Motor Parts and Bond Motor Parts both of Nashua.

   Members of his family include his beloved wife of 32 years, Cheryl A. (Thompson) Palucchi, whom he married on September 26, 1992 at the Parish of The Resurrection; his brother, Roland A. Palucchi; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, William and Vivian Thompson; also brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Bill & Stephanie Thompson, Cindy Thompson & Paul Campbell and David & Michele Thompson; nieces & nephews – Charles Berry, Allyssa & James Bijeol, Victoria & Jarod Gonsalves, Mikayla & Colby Locke, Makenzie Thompson, Zachary Babb & Nora Sauer, Danielle & Dennis Lloyd and Sarah & Noah Winter, grandnieces and grandnephews – Madison, Evelyn, Rosalyn, Oliver, Vienna, Lincoln, Lillian, Eden, Jasper, Meredith, Dean, Silas, Micah, Hannah & Ezra and numerous cousins.

   Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, on Sunday, March 9^th from 3 to 6 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in the Parish of the Resurrection, 449 Broad Street, Nashua, Monday, March 10^th at 11 a.m. Interment will follow at St. Patrick Cemetery in Hudson. Family and friends are invited to meet at the church. Donations may be made in his memory to the Humane Society for Greater Nashua, 24 Ferry Road, Nashua, NH 03064. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com

It is with deep sadness that we announce our beloved mother, Shirley Ann Lucier, of Amherst, NH, passed away peacefully at her home of 48 years, Feb. 17, 2025, at the age of 89.

She was born Nov.10, 1935, in Nashua NH to the late Katheryn and Alfred Huard. She attended Amherst St. School and the Sacred Heart School in Nashua NH. Her faith in God was strong.

Shirley was a devoted and loving mother and wife who cherished her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She loved nature and enjoyed fishing and walks on the logging trails in Stoddard with her husband and their 2 dogs, Kiesha and Tammy. Her last pet was her dog Sadie whom she loved and was her constant companion for the last 8 years until her passing in 2024.

Shirley loved long rides and seeing the sights. The mountains and oceans brought her joy and comfort. She looked forward to her Bingo nights with her sister Mary. She loved her jig jaw puzzles, crossword puzzles and card games.

With the gift of having a green thumb, she turned her home outside into a paradise with many species of birds and animals living it up. The inside of her home was truly home. She collected many things like hummels, copper items, dolls, and many other items collected through the years and strategically placed them with love and affection that made you feel, “There’s no place like home.”

Shirley was an awesome cook and baker. Some recipes were passed down and many were her own creations. We are fortunate that she passed these on to us. Besides being an awesome homemaker, she helped run the family business, Lucier’s TV and Appliance.

We will truly miss our mom, her love and compassion, and we will always cherish the wonderful memories she gave us throughout our lives. To us, she was the best Mom in the world.

Shirley is survived by her children, Deborah Manoleres of Clearwater Fl., Kim Thibeau (Mark) of Wilton NH, Beth Lucier (Scott) of Amherst NH, and Zoel Lucier (Christina) of Londonderry NH,

Grandchildren, Michelle, Brandon, Justin, and Micheal; Great Grandchildren, Ceaser and Aaliyah; Niece, Cathryn Tebbetts, Nephew, William Huard, and many other Nieces and Nephews.

She was predeceased by her Parents, her husband, Zoel Lucier Sr., her infant daughter, Donna Lee, Sisters Agnes and Mary, and her brothers, William Huard Sr. and Robert Huard Sr.

Per our mothers wishes there will be no service and instead requested a celebration of life. The date will be announced later. 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.

   Marlene E. (Dow) Forrence, 89, of Hudson, widow of John A. “Jack” Forrence, Sr., passed away Sunday evening, February 16, 2025 at the Community Hospice House in Merrimack, after a period of declining health.           

   A lifelong resident of Hudson, she was born in Nashua on March 28, 1935, a daughter of the late Earl and Margaret (Noyes) Dow. Educated in Hudson schools, Marlene was a graduate of Alvirne High School Class of 1952. During her years at Alvirne, she was a member of the cheerleaders.  

   In addition to raising her family, Marlene worked as an accountant at the former Centronics in Hudson; the Hudson Water Company for several years and later at Concrete Systems until her retirement.  

    She was a communicant and Eucharistic Minister of St. John The Evangelist Church in Hudson. She held membership in the Business & Professional Women’s Club of Nashua. In her leisure time, she and her husband Jack loved fishing and trips to the beach.

     Marlene was predeceased by her husband Jack, who passed away on February 21, 1998. The couple shared 35 wonderful years together.

    Members of her family include five children, Brian Landry of Franklin, Denise Morgan and her husband Robert of Florida, Lisa Ricard and her fiancé Richard Clark, Jr. of Litchfield, Joyce Nadeau and her husband Wayne of Hudson and Gerard Landry of Hudson; five grandchildren, Jason, Danielle, Gregg, Andrew and Keeley; six great-grandchildren, Gavin, Anthony, Brady, Rebecca, Alannah and Skylar; her five step-children, Joyce Wilcox and her husband John of Hudson, Jess Forrence and his wife Jean of Hudson, Judith Vadney and her husband Michael of Nashua, John Forrence Jr. and his wife Patty of Hudson and James Forrence and his wife Lori of Mont Vernon; her uncle, Roland Noyes and his wife Gail of Nashua; sister-in-law, Natalie Gendron of Nashua; also many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Besides her husband and parents, Marlene was predeceased by her brothers, Harold Dow and Gary Gendron; and her sister, Earlene A. Calabro.

     There are no calling hours. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. John XXIII Parish (St. John The Evangelist Church), 25 Library Street, Hudson, Monday, February 24^th at 10 a.m. Interment will follow at St. Patrick Cemetery in Hudson. Friends are invited to attend and asked to meet at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the Community Hospice House, 7 Executive Park Drive, Merrimack, NH 03054. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com Arrangements are in the care of the Farwell Funeral Service, 18 Lock Street, Nashua. 

   Jose Feliciano Neto, 67, of Nashua, NH, a native of Brazil, passed away unexpectedly on Friday morning, February 14, 2025 at St. Joseph Hospital.

   Born in Astorga City, Parana State, Brazil on December 5, 1957, he is a son of Dirce (Gallo) Feliciano and the late Joao Feliciano. Jose was educated in Brazilian schools.

   A resident of Nashua for many years, Jose worked as an automotive technician at Cappelin Auto Repair.

   Members of his family include his mother, Dirce Feliciano; his companion, Siva Neide; step-son, Hendrigo De Souza; and many relatives residing in Brazil.

   Family and friends are invited to the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Saturday morning, February 22^nd from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com 

   Sandra L. (Goodwin) Teichmann, 70, of Londonderry, wife of William A. Teichmann, Jr., passed away Tuesday afternoon, February 11, 2025 after a period of declining health.           

   Born in Nashua on February 23, 1954, she was a daughter of the late Walter E. and Pauline T. (Paro) Goodwin. “Sandy” grew up in Hudson and was educated in local schools.

   Sandy was employed with Teledyne Technologies, Inc. in Hudson as a certified solderer for 35 years and later worked for American Power Design for 8 years.

    In her leisure time, Sandy enjoyed both candlepin and ten pin bowling; loved going to the beach and dining at Markey’s Lobster Pound in Seabrook. She also enjoyed taking long rides around New England.

     Members of her family include her husband Bill, whom she married on July 8, 1972 and shared over 52 years together; her daughters, Holly A. Brier and husband Jeremy, and Michele L. Smith and husband Jeffrey Delano; two grandchildren, Jacob Brier and Ryan Smith; her sisters, Gail C. Guertin and her significant other Bruce Ottman, and the late Donna L. Goodwin, who passed away in May of 1988; also nieces, grandnieces and grandnephews.

     Family and friends are invited to the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Saturday, February 22^nd from 2 to 4 p.m. Donations may be made to a favorite charity of one’s choice. To leave an online message of condolence, please www.farwellfuneralservice.com  

   Lionel A. Cardin, 71, a longtime Nashua resident, passed away Friday afternoon, February 7, 2025 at Southern New Hampshire Medical Center after a period of declining health.          

   Born in Fort Leavenworth, Kansas on November 18, 1953, he was a son of the late SSgt. Albert B. and PFC Rose Marie (Halada) Cardin. During his early years, Lionel resided at various military bases before moving to Nashua in 1969. Lionel was educated in local schools and attended Nashua High School.

   Lionel was employed for many years with Kerk Motion Products in Hollis and continued with their successor Ametek of Milford until his retirement in April 2024.

    He will be remembered as a loving son and brother. In his leisure time, Lionel enjoyed spending time with his brother and friends and watching the Daytona 500 each year.   

   Members of his family include his brother, Joseph A. Cardin, II of Nashua; and many cousins.

   A graveside service will take place in St. Francis Xavier Cemetery in Nashua, 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. 

    Margaret Mary Holloran, affectionately known as “Peggy”, passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 after a period of declining health. Born to Kevin and Margaret Langan on February 26, 1943 in Lowell, Massachusetts, moving to Nashua, NH at the age of twelve, where she lived until recently.

     Peggy graduated from Nashua High School in 1960. While at NHS she excelled in music and business classes. She was selected for the All New England Chorus. Peggy started her employment as the A & P supermarket on Main Street and then worked for several years at Nashua Trust Company.  She ended her career as the secretary for special education at Nashua High School.

      Peggy truly married the love of her life, Robert “Bob” Holloran on August 11, 1962. They spent 56 wonderful years together building a family and having some amazing close friends. Thanks to their incredible work ethic, Peggy and Bob were able to travel after they retired and saw many places in this country and Ireland.

Peggy’s lifelong love of camping provided many friends and memories at Saco River and later on at Silver Lake Park. Peggy enjoyed sitting by the water and out on the porch watching her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren play, swim and spend time together.

      Peggy’s talent for crocheting (ensuring all new married couples received a unique blanket then baby sweaters) developed into a passion for quilting. She made sure that every loved one got a one-of-a-kind quilt from Mom/AP/Big Nana so that when you were under the quilt you could feel her love as if she was wrapping her arms around you.

       She was the daughter of the late Kevin and Margaret (Lynch) Langan. Besides her loving husband, Peggy was predeceased by her two brothers-in-law and sister-in-law, Francis “Spanky” Holloran, and William “Billy” Holloran and Joyce Holloran. Peggy is survived by her children, Kevin Holloran, Robert and his wife Sue (Sweren) Holloran, Annmarie Holloran and her husband Vinny Milano and Maryann McNeil and her husband Scott McNeil. Peggy loved being known by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren as Nana or Big Nana. Her cherished grandchildren are Brianna Linscott and her husband Jeff, Nate Holloran and his wife Mikaela, Amanda Mynhier and her husband Ben, Rachel Gross, Samantha Holloran, Ian McNeil and Maggie McNeil. She treasured her time with her great-grandchildren Tanner and Maxwell Linscott, Matthew and DJ Gross, Noah, Presley, Peyton, Sophie and Lily Mynhier, and Jolene Holloran. Her sister, Fran and her husband Mark Hendrickson; two sisters-in-law and a brother-in-law, Eleanor Holloran and Mary and James Dow. Peggy was a cherished aunt to her many nieces and nephews.

    Earth has lost an angel, but heaven has gained her. We love you, and you will be missed.

    Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Wednesday, February 12^th from 4 to 7 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Patrick Church, 29 Spring Street, Nashua, Thursday, February 13^th at 9 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

   Homer L. Grooms, Jr., 92, a lifelong Nashua resident, passed away at his home, Tuesday evening, February 4, 2025.  

   Born in Nashua on June 17, 1932, he was a son of the late Homer L. and Delia (Berube) Grooms. Homer was a graduate of Nashua High School Class of 1950 and served with the Air National Guard and was activated during the Korean War from January 1951 until his honorable discharge in June 1952. He held the rank of Airman Second Class.

    Homer was a longtime employee of International Paper Box Machine Company in Nashua, where he worked in the quality assurance department for forty-three years.

    Interested in aviation, Homer received his private pilot’s license at age 16 and went on to serve with the Civil Air Patrol for twenty years with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.

     Homer was a volunteer at Southern New Hampshire Medical Center in Nashua for twenty years and the Nashua Senior Activity Center for many years. He was a Past President of the Industrial Management Council, Nashua Chapter 1970.

     Members of his family include his wife, Claire L. (Nadeau) Grooms, whom he married on August 28, 1954 and celebrated their 70^th wedding anniversary last summer; four children, Kenneth Grooms and his wife Debra of Brooksville, FL, William Grooms and his wife Lisa of Bennington, NH, Gail Landry of Manchester and Nancy Lee Rodden of Dover, DE; six grandchildren, Shannon Duval-Grooms and her wife Danielle Duval-Grooms, Brian Landry, Jonathan Grooms, Gabrielle Rodden, Emily Rodden and the late Patrick Landry; six great-grandchildren, Erin Collins, Morgan Ottman and Shane Duval-Grooms, Jesse Grooms, Autumn Grooms and the late Aiden Grooms; two great-great-grandchildren, Sophia and Vivian Rose Collins; a brother, Raymond Grooms and his wife Barbara of Pelham; also many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Homer was predeceased by his sister, Lucille Sutton of Belleville, NE

      Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Monday, February 10^th from 5 to 7 p.m. His funeral service will be held in the funeral home Tuesday, February 11^th at 10:30 a.m. Air Forces Honors and interment will take place in St. Francis Xavier Cemetery. Friends are invited to attend. Donations may be made in his memory to Home Health & Hospice, 7 Executive Park Drive, Merrimack, NH 03054. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com  

Walter D. McLaughlin, III, 71, of Nashua, passed away at his home, Wednesday, January 29, 2025 after a brief illness. A son of the late Rita E. (Doucette) McLaughlin and Walter D. McLaughlin Jr. He was born in Laconia, NH on January 7, 1954. He grew up in Nashua and attended local schools. 

Walter worked as a skilled carpenter, tile and carpet installer, prior to his retirement. In his younger years he enjoyed fishing and was an avid golfer. He liked the challenge of completing large puzzles and was a sports fan. He was a member of the National and Polish American Clubs.                                      

Walter was predeceased by his loving companion Carol A. Clifford. Members of his family include a stepson Steven T. Jambard; two sisters and a brother, Ann L. French and her husband Richard, Susan J. Hull and her husband Gregory, Richard A. McLaughlin and his wife Sheila; also nieces, nephews and cousins. 

A private graveside service for his family will take place at St. Patrick Cemetery in Hudson. Donations may be made in his memory to Home Health & Hospice, 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.

Thomas C. Colletta 66, of Portsmouth NH, passed away Tuesday, January 28, from complications of life-long diabetes. Beloved husband of Susanne (Feely) and son of Charlie and Doris (Galipeau) Colletta, Tom spent his childhood in Nashua New Hampshire.  He attended high school at Bishop Guertin and then attended Keene State College on a full scholarship, where he earned a degree in Journalism and Public Affairs.

After graduation, Tom pursued his love of writing by working for the 1590 Broadcaster, a weekly newspaper in Nashua. He went on to write album and concert reviews for The Spotlight, the arts section of the Portsmouth Herald, and Rock Bottom Record’s Hi-Fi magazine.  He offered witty reviews of upcoming local shows and album releases in a gossip-style column titled Edna Bottomsley’s Porthole on Portsmouth.

It’s no secret that one of Tom’s biggest passions was music.  In college Tom would sing at dorm room jam sessions with a few classmates and future life-long friends.  After college, Tom played with a band called Nervous Disorder, but is best remembered as front man and singer extraordinaire first in Gandhi’s Lunchbox then Jupiter 2.  He later added harmonica and tambourine to his repertoire, and in 1996 Tom discovered a passion for the Theremin.   His unmatched humor and love of all things music resulted in performances that always exceeded expectations.  Tom was extremely proud to be a part of the Seacoast’s  vibrant music scene as both a fan and a performer.

Tom made his career working in several Seacoast music stores such as The Book and Music Outlet and Rock Bottom Records, however for the last twenty years he’s been the go-to guy at Bull Moose Records. A lover of all genres, he could point you in the right direction regardless of what you were looking for, and steer you towards what you didn’t know you needed.  Many musicians gained a wealth of knowledge listening to his stories and recommendations.  One favorite story to tell was of the time Bono accused Tom of stealing his wallet at The Hampton Club Casino where a  young U2 played to a  small audience.  Random conversations with customers often led to close friendships.

Tom was honored to be selected to represent the Portsmouth Arts Community on many occasions.  Notably as the Grand Marshall of the Portsmouth Halloween Parade in 2008, and a host of the Spotlight on the Arts Award Show.

Tom was predeceased by his parents and his partner in crime, Bob Ford, who together created some wonderful music, memories, and crazy escapades.

Considering Tom’s ardent love of music and animals, in lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Stratham, NH SPCA or The Continuum Arts Collective, a local non-profit in North Berwick, ME providing K-12 students access to materials needed to flourish (www.continuumarts.org).

Visiting hours will be held Wednesday, February 5, 2025 from 4:00 – 7:00 PM at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, NH.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 9:15 AM at St. Patrick’s Church, 29 Spring Street, Nashua, NH, followed by burial at St. Patrick’s Cemetery in Hudson, NH. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com

   Irene T. (Seyer) Arsenault, 90, a Nashua native, widow of Joseph L. Arsenault, passed away on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at the home of her sister, Rolande Jalbert, with whom she recently resided with.          

  A daughter of the late Ernest J. and Albertine (Thibodeau) Seyer, Irene was born in Nashua on September 5, 1934. She grew up in the French Hill neighborhood and attended the former St. Francis Xavier Parochial School.  

   Irene had been employed with Triangle Pacific Cabinet Corporation for many years and later worked for Delta Education.

   In her leisure time, Irene loved traveling, going to the beach and was a talented cook. She was a member of the Ladies of the Loyal Order of Moose Club of Nashua and was a volunteer for the Nashua Senior Companion program.

    Irene and her husband Joe, were married on September 21, 1963 and made their home in Merrimack. After her husband’s passing in October 1999, Irene moved to Rochester, NH to be closer to her son and his family.

   Members of her family include her son and daughter-in-law, Lucien G. and Jessica Arsenault of Rochester; three grandchildren, Ashley Rutkowski, Delilah Rutkowski and William Rutkowski; four great-grandchildren, Holly, Jordan, Madeleine and Jackson; her sister, Rolande R. Jalbert of Merrimack; also many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. In addition to her husband and parents, Irene was predeceased by her brothers and sisters-in-law, Robert E. and Rita Seyer and Roland E. and Joyce Seyer; and her brother-in-law, Gerald “Jerry” Jalbert.

   Family and friends are invited to the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Saturday, February 15^th from 8:00 to 9:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Louis de Gonzague Church, 50 West Hollis Street, Nashua at 10 o’clock. Donations may be made in her memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com