Author Archives: Dana Farwell

   Jonathan Jacob Calvin, 37, of Nashua, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 1, 2022.        

    Born in Nashua on August 29, 1984, he is a son of Iva Calvin and the late Barbara Calvin. Educated in local schools, Jonathan was a graduate of Nashua High School North and earned an Associates Degree from Nashua Community College. He had been employed as a heavy truck driver.

   Members of his family, Iva Calvin; his brothers, Matthew and Benjamin Calvin; his sister, Leslie Brown; also nieces, nephews and cousins.

    Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Saturday, April 30^th from 12 to 2 p.m. Friends are invited to attend. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com

   Myrtie Mae Burton, 94, of Hudson, widow of Paul F. Burton, passed away early Friday morning, April 1, 2022 at The Inn at Fairview in Hudson.

   A resident of Hudson for the past 67 years, Mrs. Burton was born in Nashua on May 17, 1927, a daughter of the late George E. and Myrtie (Lawrence) Marshall. Educated in local schools, Myrtie was a graduate of Nashua High School Class of 1945.        

   As a young woman, Myrtie worked for a former shoe manufacturing business on Lake Street in Nashua. She then was employed in the electronics industry beginning with RCA in Billerica, MA, Sanders Associates, Inc. in Nashua and later with Kollsman Instruments in Merrimack until she retired.  

    In her leisure time, Myrtie and her husband Paul enjoyed camping and traveling throughout the USA, Alaska and Canada. The couple enjoyed winters at their beautiful home in Port Charlotte, Florida for many years and also enjoyed boating on Lake Winnipesaukee and were members of the Seacoast Connections.

   Myrtie was predeceased by her husband Paul, who passed away on New Year’s Day in 2019. They were married on July 5, 1949 and shared nearly 70 years together. She was also predeceased by her son and daughter-in-law, Paul K. and Joanne (Potter) Burton; her brothers, George E. Marshall Jr, Lawrence Marshall and Harry Marshall; and her sisters, Dorothy Dube and JoAnn Worth.

    Members of her family include three daughters and two sons-in-law, Susan and Arthur McCann, JoAnn M. Smith and Kelly and Norman Nantel all of Hudson; six grandchildren, Jason Burton and his wife Donna of Holly Springs, NC, Lisa Toomey-Klein and her husband Tim of Nashua, Katie Toomey-Lindsay and her husband Sean of Newton, MA, J.J. McCann II and his significant other, Tara King, and Amanda McCann allof Nashua, and Jenna Quigley and her husband Todd of Plymouth, MA; nine great-grandchildren, Abbie, Emma and Nathan Burton, Matthew, Ben and Libby Kate Klein, Matthew Paul Butt, and Andrew and Gabriel Lindsay; her sister, Alice LaClair of Port Charlotte, FL; also many nieces and nephews.

    Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Saturday, April 9^th from 12 to 3 p.m. Myrtie and Paul will be laid to rest at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery in Boscawen on Tuesday, May 17^th at 10:30 a.m. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice. Arrangements are in the care of the Farwell Funeral Service in Nashua.   

   Arthur G. Belair, 85, of Nashua, passed away at his home, Thursday afternoon, March 31, 2022, surrounded by his loving family, after a period of declining health.

Arthur was the husband of the late Simone R. (Petrain) Belair, who passed away July 25, 2020. They were married on August 8, 1959 and shared 61 wonderful years together.        

    A Nashua native, Arthur was born on October 18, 1936, the only child of the late Arthur A. and Alma R. (Morin) Belair. He was educated in Nashua schools and was a graduate of Southern New Hampshire University. An Air Force veteran, Mr. Belair was stationed in Japan during the Korean War and served from June 24, 1955 to June 23, 1959.

    Arthur began his career working with his father at Belair’s Market and later at the former 20^th Century Supermarket both of Nashua. He then worked at the  Nashua Post Office before becoming Post Master of Hollis, NH from 1982 until his retirement in late 1992. After he retired, Arthur worked part-time at Hannaford’s in Nashua.

    In his leisure time, he enjoyed bowling, bingo and working on small engines. Arthur also coached his son’s little league baseball team and his granddaughter’s softball team. He especially loved spending time with his family.

    He was a very active member and treasurer of the Disabled American Veterans, Gate City Chapter #7, and was a former member of the Knights of Columbus, Council 122 of Nashua.

     A resident of Nashua for many years, Arthur and his wife Simone also made their home in Hollis for many years before moving back to Nashua to reside with their daughter and son-in-law, Rolande and Wayne Auger.   

   Members of his family include his four children and their spouses, Rolande and Wayne Auger, Normand and Lisa Belair, Lucille and Jeff Kowalik, and Roger and Jane Belair; seven grandchildren, Matthew Adams, Kaitlyn Belair, Erika Belair, Jacob Worrell, Corey Belair, Kyrie and Chelsea Kowalik; five great-grandchildren, Jeremy Adams, Leo and Roman Worrell, Sean Patrick McMeniman, III, and Michael Belair; also many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his cousins, Muriel and Fred Belair.

   The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to the staff of Home Health & Hospice for their care and support of Arthur.

    There are no calling hours. A graveside service and Air Force honors will take place in St. Louis Cemetery, 752 West Hollis Street, Nashua, Thursday, April 7^th at 11 a.m. Family and 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 Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua.

   Arline Joy McIlveen, 89, of Hudson, widow of Charles S. McIlveen, passed away Thursday evening, March 31, 2022 at the Community Hospice House in Merrimack, after a period of declining health.         

   Mrs. McIlveen was born in Nashua on August 18, 1932, a daughter of the late Edgar and Mildred (Nutting) Boyer. She attended the former St. Louis de Gonzague Parochial School in Nashua.

    Arline was a homemaker and also worked in the Nashua Mills, Irwin Toy, Jamie Shoe Company and H.J. Stabile & Son, Inc.

    She has made her home in Hudson for over twenty years and previously resided in Litchfield for many years.

    In her leisure time, Arline enjoyed flea markets, playing cards, was an avid doll collector and Elvis Presley fan. She held memberships in the Hudson and Nashua Senior Centers.

    Arline and her husband Charles were married February 6, 1960 and shared 49 years together until his passing on February 20, 2009.

    Members of her family include her daughters, Pamela Antonovitch of Litchfield and Brenda McIlveen of Hudson; five grandchildren, Scott, Heather, Christine, Charles and Amanda; her sister, Sally (Boyer) Prince; also nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to her husband and parents, Arline was predeceased by her brother, Edward Boyer; her sister, Helen (Boyer) Forcier; and her son-in-law, Peter Antonovitch.

     Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Tuesday afternoon, April 5^th from 3 to 5 p.m. A graveside service will take place at St. Patrick Cemetery, 71 Derry Road in Hudson, Wednesday morning at 11 o’clock. Family and friends are invited to attend. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com Arrangements are in the care of the Farwell Funeral Service in Nashua.

    Scott A. Bouchea, 59, of Lunenburg, MA, formerly of Dunstable, MA and Nashua, NH, passed away Tuesday, March 29, 2022 at Tufts Medical Center in Boston.      

    Born in Nashua, New Hampshire on September 19, 1962, he was the son of the late Barbara M. (Nelson) Bouchea.  Scott was educated in the Nashua School System. 

   On April 30, 2005 he married his wife and soulmate, Dawn J. (Clement) Bouchea and became a loving step-father to her 3 sons Jesse, Andy and Joey and a deeply loved and devoted Pops to their grandchildren Mason and Aidan. He is also survived by his sister and brother- in-law Lisa M and Billy Grooms and many happy to call him friend. 

   Scott was employed with All-Bright Systems as a Ceiling Mechanic for 30 years. His love and respect for the company showed in the pride of his work and always offering to help and mentor his co-workers. Customers loved and respected him sending letters to the office expressing their happiness for the work he had done.

Co-workers describe him as “The Man, The Myth and the Legend” “A very generous friend that would give the shirt off his back” “truly kind spirit” “If you didn’t know what you were doing, he would send you to Scotty School” 

   He was an avid outdoorsman, who enjoyed hiking, snowmobiling, kayaking but his most precious time was spent with his wife and grandsons. 

  There are no calling hours and services will be private. A Celebration of His Life will take place at a later date. Donations may be made in Scott’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.

   Christine M. (Murauckas) Brown Tremblay, 70, a lifelong Nashua resident, widow of Paul L. Tremblay, passed away Sunday morning, March 27, 2022 after a period of declining health.         

   A daughter of the late Peter J. and Ruth E. (Dugan) Murauckas, Christine was born in Nashua on July 20, 1951. Educated in local schools, she was a graduate of Nashua High School Class of 1970 and furthered her education at Mount Ida College in Newton, Massachusetts.

    Christine was a homemaker and also worked for a time as a teacher’s aide for the Nashua School District.

   Members of her family include her son and daughter-in-law, Peter and Tina Brown; her brother, Michael P. Murauckas; her sister and brother-in-law, Leslie R. Murauckas and Rod Chase; two nieces, Megan C. Murauckas and Jennifer L. Murauckas; and her former husband, Robert Brown.

    The family would like to express their sincere thanks to the staff at Healthy at Home, especially Diane, Judy, Michael and Tony for taking such good care of Christine over the last few years.

    There are no calling hours. A Graveside service will take place at St. Patrick Cemetery, 71 Derry Road in Hudson, Wednesday morning, March 30^th at 11 o’clock. Friends are invited to attend and will meet at the cemetery. Donations may be made in her memory to the American Cancer Society or the Alzheimer’s 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.

    Dorothy Enman Olsen, 96, of Nashua, after living a Fulfilled life, passed away peacefully in her sleep, Tuesday, March 22, 2022 at her home surrounded by her loving daughters.         

   Born in Waltham, Massachusetts, her family moved back to Prince Edward Island, Canada where she lived until her early twenties.

   Dorothy returned to the United States and married Gordon M. “Swede” Olsen, Jr., who passed away in 1992. She and Gordon resided throughout New England where they raised their three daughters, Donna Houle of Nashua, ZoeAnn Carlson of Salem and Penny Jamerson of Nashua. Dorothy and her family also enjoyed a home on Prince Edward Island every summer creating cherished memories to last a lifetime.  

  Dorothy was a member of the Church of The Good Shepherd of Nashua. She will lovingly be remembered not only by her daughters, but also by all her family, neighbors and friends who will greatly miss her wit, strength and wisdom. She left this world peacefully in grace and love.

  Per her wishes, a private service will be held for her family. Special thanks to Home Health & Hospice Care of Merrimack for their compassion and service.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that gifts be made to a favorite charity or to a loved one in Dorothy’s memory. 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.

   Carolyn B. Pierpont, 82, of Nashua, widow of Donald K. Pierpont, passed away unexpectedly at her home, Monday, March 21, 2022.         

   Mrs. Pierpont was born in Everett, Massachusetts on May 14, 1939, a daughter of the late Michael and Veronica (Orlowski) Miller. She was educated in Everett schools and was a graduate of Everett High School Class of 1957.

    A resident of Nashua since 1971, Carol had been employed by the City of Nashua, in the early 1980s.  She also worked at Digital Equipment Corporation.

    Carol enjoyed ceramics and owned and operated Carol’s Ceramics at her home. In her leisure time, she also enjoyed solving crossword puzzles and watching the Red Sox and Patriots. Most importantly, she enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and all of their dogs.

     In addition to her parents, Carol was predeceased by her husband Donald, who passed away July 9, 1993. They were married on October 21, 1962 and shared over 30 years together. She was also predeceased by her son, Scott D. Pierpont.

     Members of her family include two sons, Steven M. Pierpont and David W. Pierpont; a daughter, Dawn M. Reed and her husband Donald; daughters-in-law, Barbara Ann Pierpont of Holt, MI and Sonia Pierpont of Hudson, NH; seven grandchildren, Amanda Pierpont, Corey Pierpont and his fiancée Amanda Scott all of Hudson, Holly Reed, Hailey Reed and her fiancé Christian Murray all of Nashua, Mitchell Pierpont, Katie Pierpont and Michael Pierpont all of Holt, MI; a brother, Robert Miller and his wife Mary; a sister, Judy Walsh and her husband James; sister-in-law, Shirley Senecal and her husband Gerry; also many nieces, nephews and cousins. She also had a special, lifelong friend, “second daughter” Kim LaFrance.  

     Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Monday, March 28^th from 4 to 7 p.m. Her funeral service will be held in the funeral home, Tuesday morning at 11 o’clock followed by interment in Edgewood Cemetery. Friends are invited to attend. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com Arrangements are in the care of the Farwell Funeral Service in Nashua.

   Richard J. “Dick” Tellier, 78, of Nashua, passed away Saturday morning, March 19, 2022 at the Community Hospice House in Merrimack, after a period of declining health.         

   A resident of Nashua for many years, Dick was born in Lowell, Massachusetts on July 27, 1943, a son of the late Omer Tellier and Yvonne (Pratt) Tellier Saucier. Educated in Lowell schools and was a graduate of Lowell High School Class of 1961.

   Dick had been employed with Nashua Wallpaper and Paint Store for many years and was also a self-employed painter and wallpaper installer. He later worked as a custodian for the Nashua School Department for twenty years.

   In addition to his parents, Dick was predeceased by his wife of 22 years, Patricia D. (Riley) Tellier who passed away March 23, 2013; his daughter, Angela B. Clegg who passed away February 25, 2022; his brothers, Omer Tellier Jr. and Armand Tellier and his wife Pat; his step-father Roger Saucier; and brother-in-law, Rene Beauregard.

   Members of his family include his daughter, Kelly Gauthier of Milford; son-in-law, Bud A. Clegg of Nashua; eight grandchildren, Jillian Cook and her husband Chris, Alex Gauthier and his wife Morgan, Jack Gauthier, Ryan Cavanaugh, Luke Cavanaugh, Liam Cavanaugh and twins Andrew Clegg and Charlie Clegg; a great-grandson, Henry Christopher Cook; a sister, Therese Beauregard; also nieces, nephews and cousins.  

   A Graveside service will take place on Saturday, April 23rd at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph Cemetery, 96 Riverneck Road in Chelmsford, MA. 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.

Jacqueline ‘Jackie’ Legendre Gile, 92, a longtime Hudson resident, died peacefully at home on Saturday evening, March 12, 2022, surrounded by family after a period of declining health.

Daughter of the late Joseph and Gabrielle (Cadieux) Legendre, Jackie was born in Manchester on July 25, 1929.  During her youth Jackie resided in Derry and was the Valedictorian of Pinkerton Academy, Class of 1948.  Following graduation she worked for a short time before marrying George Gile on February 16, 1951, and moving to California where her first two children were born.  Jackie and George later settled in Hudson, where Jackie raised their seven children and lived for the remainder of her life.

Jackie supported her husband and children’s various entrepreneurial endeavors throughout the years, serving as a bookkeeper with Hudson Bait Company and later with Steve Gile’s Auto.  Her most important and beloved vocation, however, was being a devoted mother and “Memere”  for her large family.

In addition to her husband George; Jackie was also predeceased by her parents; her sister (Rita Demers) and granddaughter (Angela Gile). She is survived by her seven children: Richard (Barbara) Gile of Hudson; Stephen (Debra) Gile of Derry; Annette (Daniel) Crawford of Litchfield; Daniel (Heidi) Gile of Loon Lake, WA; David (Stephanie) Gile of Fort Myers, FL; Brenda (Robert) Dean of Seabrook; and Susan Burton of Litchfield.  She also is survived by 13 grandchildren: Shawn Gile, Sarah Acome, Nicole Zelli, Timothy Gile, David Gile Jr., Iziah Gile, Jenna Wittenberg, Cassilyn Burton, Christine Gile, Kirsten Dean, Chelsea Dean, Jacob Burton, Krisal Gile; 14 great-grandchildren: Catherine Gile, Shawna Gile, Christopher Gile, Hailey Godin, Aiden Gile, Thomas Zelli, Andrew Zelli, Benjamin Zelli, Emilia Moonie, Lily Gile, Lucia Zelli, George Zelli, Annika Wittenberg, Jaxson Gile; 4 great-great-grandchildren: Arius Barber, Maeve Barber, Dillon Turner, Kellan Barber; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Viewing of Jackie will take place on Friday, March 25th from 9 am to 10 am at the Farwell Funeral Home, 18 Lock Street, Nashua. A Catholic Mass will be held at 10:30 am at Saint Kathryn Church, 4 Dracut Road, Hudson, followed immediately by the burial at Holy Cross Cemetery, Gilcreast Road, Londonderry.  A gathering for family and friends will be held at The Executive Court Banquet Facility, 1199 S. Mammoth Road, Manchester, from 1 pm to 4 pm.  Donations may be made in her memory to Amedisys Hospice Care https://www.amedisys.com/about/foundation or in support of dementia research at https://www.alz.org.  Arrangements are in the care of the Farwell Funeral Service, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, (603) 882-0591. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit  www.farwellfuneralservice.com

Carol M. Coulombe, 79, of Bedford, NH and formerly of Nashua, passed away Wednesday afternoon, March 9, 2022 at the Bedford Hills Center after a period of declining health.         

   Mrs. Coulombe was born in Nashua on June 3, 1942, a daughter of the late Arthur and Marie E. (Blaisdell) Lucier. Carol attended the former St. Louis de Gonzague Parochial School in Nashua and was a graduate of Manchester West High School Class of 1960. She furthered her education at Nashua Business College.

    Carol had been employed with Edgecomb Steel of New England, Inc. in Nashua as a sales secretary for a number of years.

   In addition to her parents, Carol was predeceased by her husband Ronald J. Coulombe, who passed away November 25, 2005; her daughter, Kathleen Moore; and her sister, Joanne Blaisdell.

   Members of her family include her daughter, Victoria Davis and her significant other, Scott McPartlan of Dunbarton; two grandsons, Christopher C. Moore and Kordel Moore; also nieces, nephews and cousins.

   Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Monday evening, March 14^th from 6 to 8 p.m. Her funeral service will be held in the funeral home, Tuesday morning at 10 o’clock followed by interment at St. Patrick Cemetery in Hudson. Friends are invited to attend. 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 Arrangements are in the care of the Farwell Funeral Service.

   Lorraine T. Duval, 90, of Nashua, widow of Albert W. Duval, passed away peacefully Wednesday evening, March 9, 2022 at the Hunt Community.        

   Mrs. Duval was born in Leominster, Massachusetts on February 4, 1932, a daughter of the late Arthur and Antoinette (Boisvert) Maxfield. Lorraine was a graduate of St. Bernard’s High School Class of 1950 in Leominster and furthered her education at St. Joseph Hospital School of Nursing in Nashua, graduating as a Registered Nurse.
Lorraine enjoyed a long career as a registered nurse at St. Joseph Hospital in Nashua.

  In addition to her parents, Lorraine was predeceased by her husband Al, who passed away in June of 2004. They were married in 1955 and shared nearly 50 years together. Christ, her Savior, and family meant everything to Lorraine.

   Members of her family include three children and their spouses, Keith and Louise Duval of Merrimack, Neil and Sue Duval of Minot, ME and Andrea and Paul Riviere of Nashua; seven grandchildren, Eric Duval, Emily Blackett and her husband Joseph, Graham Duval, Bridget Duval and her significant other Daniel Gonzalez, Ashlee Crouthamel and her husband Matthew, and Nicholas and Joshua Riviere; two great-grandsons, Theodore and Calvin Blackett; two brothers, Gerard Maxfield and Ronald Maxfield; five sisters, Claire White of Concord, MA, Evelyn Byrd of Peabody, MA, Jeanne Litterio of Clinton MA, Sr. Ann Maxfield living in CA and Rita Ward; also many nieces, nephews and cousins. One of thirteen children, Lorraine was predeceased by her brothers, Charles Maxfield, Fr. Leo Maxfield, Gene Maxfield, Edgar Maxfield, Richard Maxfield and Raymond Maxfield.

    A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Joseph The Worker Church, 777 West Hollis Street, Nashua, Wednesday morning, March 16^th at 10 o’clock. Family and friends are invited to attend and will gather at the church. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to “Real Options Pregnancy Help Services” ( https://www.realoptionsnh.org ). This charity was very special to Lorraine. 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. 

   Christopher James Carey, 28, of Nashua, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 5, 2022.         

    Born in Palmdale, California on February 1, 1994, Chris had made his home in Nashua for many years and was educated in local schools.

   Members of his family include his mother, Sharon A. (Skowron) Carey; his wife, Nina E. Therrien; twin sons, Joe and Lukas; his maternal grandfather, Anthony Skowron; and his girl friend, Megan MacDonald.

    Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Saturday afternoon, March 19^th from 2 to 4 p.m. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com

    Angela B. Clegg, 49, of Nashua, wife of Bud A. Clegg, passed away Friday evening, February 25, 2022, after a period of declining health.  

    A lifelong Nashua resident, she was born on October 2, 1972, a daughter of Richard Tellier and Lorraine (Bordeleau) Tellier Russell. Angela was a graduate of Nashua High School Class of 1991 and furthered her education at Rivier University.

   Angela worked as a waitress at the Ninety-Nine Restaurant in Nashua for many years. She loved people, especially children and enjoyed music.  

   In addition to her parents, Angela is survived by her husband Bud; five sons, Ryan Cavanaugh, Luke Cavanaugh, Liam Cavanaugh and twins Andrew and Charlie Clegg; and her sister, Kelly Gauthier.

   There are no formal services at this time. The family is planning a Celebration of Her Life, that will take place 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.

Dorothy Barbara (Kuentzler) Artz,  passed away with family at home in the early morning hours of February 23, 2022. She was the beloved wife of the late Mahlon R. Artz who died in 2007. They were married 55 years.

Born at home in Branchdale, Pennsylvania on August 21, 1929 to the late Albert C. and Barbara V. (Pothering) Kuentzler, Jr., Dorothy was the eldest of five girls. She graduated from Branch Township High School, Llewellyn PA in the Class of 1947, St Joseph’s Hospital School of Nursing, Reading, PA in the Class of 1950 and received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from New England College, Henniker, NH in the Class of 1977.

Dorothy’s career as a Registered Nurse spanned 50 years. She worked in various hospitals in Pennsylvania, NYC, California, Maryland, New Hampshire as well as for an insurance company and lastly for Greenbriar Nursing Home, Nashua.  Dorothy was an excellent nurse, both in practice and compassion. She was very proud of her strict nurse training and attended St Joseph’s Nursing reunions through 2016. There was no one else like Nurse Dorothy.

She was a devout Roman Catholic who rarely missed an opportunity to share her faith with everyone she met. Dorothy was most generous with her family and was always trying to help anyone in need.

Surviving are her four cherished children: Jeffrey (Susan), Cynthia (James), Lawrence (Marianne) and Stephanie (Mark), seven grandchildren: Daniel (Amanda), Stephen, Jonathan (Danielle), Christina, Martha, Matthew and Katie, four great-grandchildren: Haileigh, Elliana, Lincoln and Zoie.  Also surviving is one sister: Arlene (Kuentzler) Moyer, brother-in-law Ernest R. Artz, sister-in-law Linda (Artz) Robinson, many nieces, nephews and cousins both in New Hampshire, Pennsylvania and beyond.

In addition to her husband, Dorothy was predeceased by: sister Dolores Kuentzler, sister Mary Rosalie (Kuentzler) Crouse and husband Carlton F., sister Joan (Kuentzler) Moyer and husband Harry, brother-in-law Richard R. Moyer, in-laws Lawrence H. and Hannah (Kimmel) Artz and niece Jacqui D. Artz.

We thank all the wonderful caregivers over the past 5 years who gave so much joy and compassion to Dorothy as well as her family. May God bless all of you.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Louis de Gonzague Church, 48 West Hollis Street, Nashua, Thursday morning, March 3^rd at 10 0’clock. Interment will follow at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery in Boscawen. Friends are invited to attend and will meet at the church. Donations may be made in her memory to St. Louis de Gonzague Church, 48 West Hollis 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.

   Ronald R. Dion, 74, a lifelong Nashua resident, passed away at his home, Wednesday afternoon, February 23, 2022, after a period of declining health.        

   Born in Nashua on July 27, 1947, he was a son of the late Paul and Gabriel (Lebrun) Dion. Ron was educated in local schools and served with the Army in Germany during the Vietnam War.

   Ron had been employed as cabinet maker with Gregg & Sons and their successor Triangle Pacific Cabinet Corporation in Nashua for over twenty years. He later worked as a sheet metal fabricator at Valgra Industries, Inc. in Hudson.

    An avid bingo enthusiast, Ron worked and played with many veterans at the Kiwanis Bingo Hall in Hudson and was also a member of the cribbage league at Club National, where he was a longtime member.

   In addition to his parents, Ron was the husband of the late Arline Hope (Galligan) Dion, who passed away August of 2006; his son, Ronald R. Dion, Jr.; his brothers, Gerard and Dennis Dion; and sister and brother-in-law, Annette and Thomas Grogg.

    Members of his family include his son and daughter-in-law, Greg and Rhonda Dion of Nashua; his daughters, Tina Smart of  Hudson and Cyndi Godzyk of Hooksett; his daughter-in-law, Katherine Dion of Tyngsborough, MA; six grandchildren, Joshua, Mason and Adrianna Dion, Anthony Smart, Brandon Bishop and Amos Martes; many great-grandchildren; his sister and brother-in-law, Pauline and Ronny Rodriguez of Nashua; also nieces, nephews and cousins.

    Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Friday, March 4^th from 4 to 7 p.m. Family and friends are invited to attend. 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.