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Frank Rivera, 58, longtime resident of Peabody, MA, formerly of East Boston, passed away unexpectedly on August, 24, 2021 in Lynn.  He was born in New York City on February 27, 1963 and attended Brandeis University.  As he was affectionately known by many family and friends, Frank was self-described as a “Jack of all Trades, Master of None.”  He worked for many years as a sales representative in the service sector.  Frank was the selfless patriarch of his family and an endearing role model to his children.  He enjoyed many of life’s simple pleasures; listening to music, cooking, and dancing in the kitchen with his beloved bride.  Frank touched many lives in many different circles and will fondly be loved, cherished and missed by all.

Frank is survived by his dear wife, Grenda (Heredia) Rivera, also of Peabody, MA, with whom he celebrated over 20 years of marriage together and his two cherished sons, Benny and Liam.  He was the dear father to his daughter, Ashley Rivera, and the proud grandfather to her two children.  Frank is also survived by his sister, Carmen Rosado of New York and his niece, Renee Jones of Arizona.  He was preceded in death by his mother, Frances Rivera and his sister, Diana Erazo.

To honor Frank’s wishes all services will be privately held.  In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Frank’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.  Arrangements under the direction of FARWELL Funeral Service, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, NH 03064.

     Luetta M. “Lue” Kaminski, 89, of Nashua, passed away Friday morning, August 20, 2021 at Fairview Nursing Home in Hudson, following a short period of declining health.

     Lue was born on October 14, 1931, one of six children of the late Joseph and Rose Lang. She and her five younger siblings were raised on the family farm outside of Haverhill, Iowa. A graduate of Van Cleve High School in 1949, Lue joked that she was in the top ten of her class (there were only 8 other graduates that year). In 1955, she married a young US Air Force lieutenant, Paul P. Kaminski, Sr., and together they raised four children while living the military life in states from Massachusetts to California. In the late 1960s during the tumult of the Vietnam War, she appeared twice as a guest on the Phil Donahue Show representing military families. During one show, she garnered attention by reaching across the national divide to invite an antiwar activist to dinner at her home. Lue remained active in politics and was featured with the family dog in People magazine (March 1984) as she hosted Joan Mondale in her home.

     While her husband was stationed in Southeast Asia, Lue managed to raise four children while actively volunteering in church, schools and as a leader for Camp Fire Girls and Cub Scouts. Upon her husband’s retirement from the USAF in 1973, they settled in Nashua, where she volunteered for many community organizations, including the Nashua Soup Kitchen, where Lue served on the Board of Directors, and for their parish, St. Patrick Church.  Former NH Governor Judd Gregg appointed Lue to the NH Council of Aging, a position she held for many years. Her compassion for the elderly continued during her service on the Board of Directors for the Nashua Senior Center and as a caregiver for several Nashua area families. In 2016, she was awarded the Golden Deeds Award from the Nashua Exchange Club for her years of volunteer work.

     Lue had many hobbies including oil painting, crafts and gardening. She was a ferocious card player and was a member of several bridge groups, playing well into her final years. She enjoyed hosting lively dinner parties, especially for friends and family, where she always had stories to tell. Her needlework talents led to a home business in alterations, upholstery and window treatments. Following her husband’s death in 1986, Lue worked in the furniture department of Jordan Marsh, later Macy’s, retiring in the late 1990s.

      Survivors include her four children, Paul P. Kaminski, Jr. (Marilyn) of Tehachapi, California, Rep. Rosemarie Rung (John) of Merrimack, Patricia Nilsson (Mark) of Boise, Idaho and Thomas W. Kaminski (Holly) of Manchester; eight grandchildren, Joseph Kaminski, Jennifer Guerra, Alexandra LaSala, Jonathan Rung, Christopher Rung, Joel Nilsson, Chad Kaminski and Taryn Kaminski; four great-grandchildren, Tommy LaSala, Tyler LaSala, Aubree Guerra and Kaylee Guerra; two sisters, Evelyn Hennis of Marshalltown, Iowa and JoAnn Lanz of Stockton, California; and several nieces and nephews.

     Lue will always be remembered for her hearty laugh, generosity, and dedication to her family.

     Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Tuesday, August 31^st from 4 to 6 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Patrick Church, 29 Spring Street, Nashua, Wednesday, September 1^st at 9 a.m. Lue will be laid to rest alongside her late husband at the Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne on Thursday. Donations may be made in her memory to the Nashua Soup Kitchen & Shelter, 2 Quincy Street, Nashua, NH 03060 or Home Health & Hospice Care, 7 Executive Park Drive, Merrimack, NH 03054. Arrangements are in the care of the Farwell Funeral Service. www.farwellfuneralservice.com 

Edna Pearl (Connell) Brigham, 93, longtime resident of Nashua, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2021 at the Greenbriar Rehab and Healthcare.  She was born in Hudson, NH on May 27, 1928 to her late parents Otis and Lucy (Longard) Connell and attended Hudson schools.  Edna, who as a devout Christian was a longtime member of Trinity Baptist Church and had a love for many of life’s quiet activities.  She worked for many years at the J.F. McElwain Shoe Company until her retirement.  In addition to her parents, Edna was preceded in death by her two brothers Frederick and Maurice Connell.

A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, August 24, 2021 10 AM at the Westview Cemetery, Burnham Road, Hudson, NH.  All are cordially invited to attend.  In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in her memory to a charity of your own choice.  Arrangements under the direction of FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE.

     Neil R. Doiron, 41, of Hudson, passed away Friday, August 13, 2021 in Nashua.

     Born in Nashua on October 4, 1979, he was a son of Gale (Clark) Doiron and Arthur Doiron. A lifelong resident of Hudson, Neil attended Hudson schools and was a landscaper for more than twenty years.

     Neil’s greatest accomplishment was his daughter, Hailey. He always said, she was the best thing he ever had. He enjoyed all sports, but anything with wheels was the best.

     Members of his family include his mother, Gale; his father, Arthur; his daughter, Hailey Doiron; brother, Artie; great aunt, Rachel Theriault; nephew, Lyric Floyd; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Sadly, Neil will be dearly missed by his family and many, many great friends.

     Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Thursday, August 26^th from 6 to 8 p.m. Family and friends are invited to attend. The family has requested  that in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Hailey Doiron College Fund, 3 Plamondon Drive, Hudson, NH 03051. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE. www.farwellfuneralservice.com 

     Rose M. LaFreniere, 94, of Nashua, widow of Robert A. LaFreniere, passed away Thursday morning, August 12, 2021 at the Community Hospice House in Merrimack.

     A resident of Nashua since the mid 1960s, Rose was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on October 6, 1926, a daughter of the late Herman and Lillian (Dornhoffer) Klinzing. She was educated in Pittsburgh schools and graduated from high school in 1944.

      Rose was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Some of her favorite pastimes were crocheting, making Christmas ornaments and working at craft fairs. She especially loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

       In addition to her parents, Rose was predeceased by her husband Bob, who passed away July 5, 2014. They were married on March 24, 1956 and shared over 58 years together. She was also predeceased by her son, Alan Wayne LaFreniere in September of 2020; her son-in-law, Arthur Heald Jr.; and two sisters.

       Members of her family include four children, Mark LaFreniere and his wife Jean, Gail Heald, Lori Porter, and Gary LaFreniere and his wife Michelle; also many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins.

      A Graveside service will be held at Edgewood Cemetery, 107 Amherst Street, Nashua, Monday afternoon, August 16^th at 1:00 p.m. Friends are invited to attend. Donations may be made in her memory to the Community Hospice House, 7 Executive Park Drive, Merrimack, NH 03054. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua. www.farwellfuneralservice.com

Patrick Louis Trudel Jr, 77, lifelong resident of Nashua, passed away on August 9, 2021 at the Hillsborough County Nursing Center in Goffstown, surrounded by his loving family.  He was born on January 22, 1944 to his late parents, Patrick L and Charlotte M (Fredette) Trudel Sr.  Patrick was raised and educated in Nashua, attending Nashua City Schools.

Patrick who was known throughout the community, worked as a foreman for the Nashua Department of Public Works for 31 years and then transferred to the school department.  He worked for the remainder of his career as the custodian at New Searles Elementary School, where the young children brought immense joy to his heart.  Patrick was known for his big personality, his kind heart, and he loved to make people laugh.

Patrick had many friends from different walks of life. Some remember him fondly as “Coach” especially his daughter’s softball and basketball teams, while others remember him as an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing, hunting and wildlife. He was the beloved patriarch to his family, had a contagious smile that touched many souls and will be fondly be remembered, loved and cherished.

Patrick is survived by his loving wife, Louise A. (Caron) Trudel with whom he shared 49 years of marriage.  They were to celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on September 4th, 2021.  He is also survived by his cherished daughter, Tammy (Trudel) Gilmore of Portsmouth, NH, his brother Robert Trudel and his wife Connie of Penobscot, ME as well as several nieces and nephews.  In addition to his parents, Patrick was preceded in death by his daughter Amy Blanchard, wife of son-in-law Gerald Blanchard and his nephew Robert Trudel Jr whom he loved very much.

Visitation for Patrick will be held on Thursday, August 12, 2021 from 6 – 8 PM at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua.  Friends and family are cordially invited to attend.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, August 13, 2021 at 11 AM at Parish of the Resurrection, 449 Broad St, Nashua, NH.  Guests are kindly asked to meet directly at church.  To honor Patrick’s wishes, interment will be privately held.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Patrick’s memory to either the Alzheimer’s Association, 166 S River Rd #210, Bedford, NH 03110 or to the Hillsborough County Nursing Center, 400 Mast Road, Goffstown, NH 03045.  To leave an online condolence, please visit www.Farwellfuneralservice.com.  Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE.

Joan D. Boulard, 84, passed away peacefully at home with family on February 11, 2021. Joan was born in Providence, RI on February 28, 1936, to her parents the late Michael and Dorothy (Humes) DeRensis.

She loved to have great conversations and make people laugh with her keen sense of humor. In her early years, she was a Nurse’s Aide, a stay-at-home Mom and a volunteer at Duke University Hospital in North Carolina. She also volunteered at the Nashua Adult Learning Center as a Foster Grandmother and liked nothing more than to sit down and read a good book.

She was predeceased by her husband Armand (Mike) Boulard of 29 years and her sister Marilyn (DeRensis) Kelly.

She leaves behind her children, Michael (Andrea) Boulard of Manchester, NH. Deborah (Steve) Pelletier of Hillsborough, NC.  Kevin (Diane) Boulard of Hudson, NH. Linda McCabe of Cambridge, Ohio and Terrie (Sal) Boulard of Nashua, NH. Also, her brother, Michael DeRensis of Providence, RI. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

Joan adored her grandchildren, Jessica Leblanc, Scott Boulard, Mark McCabe and Shayla Boulard.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday August 28, 2021, at 10:00 AM in Saint Christopher’s Church, 62 Manchester, Street, Nashua. Interment will follow in St. Louis Cemetery. Friends are invited to attend. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua. www.farwellfuneralservice.com

Rita Bernadette Santry, 87, of Nashua, and former longtime resident of Lowell and Tyngsboro, passed away on August 3, 2021 peacefully at her home with her loving family by her side.   As one of the youngest of thirteen children, she was born on August 13, 1933 in Tewksbury, MA to her late parents Elisce and Bernadette (Heroux) Ouellette and educated in Wrentham Public Schools.  Rita worked as a nurse at the Glenwood Care and Rehabilitation Center in Lowell until her retirement.

As a woman who touched many lives, Rita’s selfless devotion to others began in her youth.  She was raised in the foster system and wholeheartedly embraced the love of many foster children throughout the years.  Rita enjoyed many of life’s simple pleasures; gardening, shopping, knitting, playing bingo and the company of animals, especially her dog.  She was the beloved matriarch of her family who loved spending time with family and friends.  Rita touched many lives in many different circles and she will fondly be loved and missed by all.

Rita is survived by her four dear sons, Raymond Santry and his wife Elena of Nashua, Paul Santry Sr. and his wife Nicole of Lowell, MA, Nolyn Surprenant and his wife, and Jason Surprenant.  She was the proud grandmother to her five grandchildren; Mackenzie, Erica, Paul Jr., Stephen and Emma.  She is also survived by her two sisters; Theresa Skillings of Hollis, NH and Beatrice Wedlock of Missouri and many nieces and nephews.  In addition to her parents, Rita was predeceased by ten of her siblings.

Visitation for Rita will be held on Thursday, August 5, 2021 from 4 – 7 PM at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua.  Friends and family are cordially invited to attend.  A graveside service will be held on Friday, August 6, 2021 at 10 AM at Saint Joseph’s Cemetery, 96 Riverneck Rd, Chelmsford, MA.  The family kindly requests that those who will be attending at the cemetery to meet directly there.  In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Rita’s memory to the Susan G. Komen Foundation, 13770 Noel Road, Suite 801889, Dallas, TX 75380 or online at  https://www.komen.org/how-to-help/donate/.  Arrangements under the direction of FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE. www.farwellfuneralservice.com

“So this is heaven, he thought, and he had to smile at himself. It was hardly respectful to analyze heaven in the very moment that one flies up to enter it.” – Richard Bach (Jonathan Livingston Seagull)

Bryan J. Townsend, 67, of Nashua, NH, passed away on Saturday, November 7, 2020, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on February 12, 1953, in Boston, MA, to Robert J. Townsend, and Doris A. (Miller) Townsend.

Bryan served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1971-1974. He worked as a Local 7, Union Ironworker in Boston for 35 years. Over the years, Bryan enjoyed camping; fishing; playing and coaching baseball; skiing; and golfing. Above all, Bryan loved spending time with his family.

Bryan is survived by his wife of 37 years, Anna M. Townsend, whom he cherished and adored; four children, Sharron Conneely, of Nashua, Bryan Townsend, II, of Merrimack, Lisa Townsend, of Inverness, FL, and Michelle Mersereau, of Calais, ME; and ten grandchildren, Fallon, Adelyn, Bryan (III), Alex, Wyatt, Quinn, Levi, Alexandra, MacKenzie, and Zachary. He is also survived by his caring siblings, cousins, nieces, nephews, sons-in-law and daughter-in-law. He was recently predeceased by a brother, Elvin Richard Arnold.

Bryan, a funny, charming, and generous man, will be fondly remembered and deeply missed by all who knew him.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on SATURDAY, AUGUST 28th at 10 a.m. in ST. LOUIS DE GONZAGUE CHURCH, 50 West Hollis Street, Nashua. Friends are invited to attend.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made to Home, Health & Hospice Care, 7 Executive Park Drive, Merrimack, NH 03054 https://www.hhhc.org/how-to-help/memorial-gifts/. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, www.farwellfuneralservice.com

Richard Andre Hall, 74, of Sierra Vista, AZ former longtime resident of Nashua, NH and Ogden, UT, passed away peacefully at home on August 1, 2021 surrounded by his loving family.  He was born on January 25, 1947 in Boston, MA to his late parents, Richard Nelson and Theresa P. (Levesque) Hall, and was raised and educated in Nashua.  After graduating from Woburn High School with the Class of 1965, Richard proudly served his country in the US Navy during the Vietnam War.

After his service to the country, Richard’s career path took him in the direction of computer sciences.  He worked for many years as an Information Technology consultant, TCIM and TSIEM administrator for IBM and as an IT deployment systems administrator with State Street Global Investors.  Richard obtained his Bachelor’s degree in computer science with Trinity College graduating with the Class of 2001.

Richard enjoyed many of life’s simple pleasures; he loved photography, classic cars, aviation and trains.  He was also certified in aviation mechanics and from the Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration.  Richard was the beloved patriarch of his family, who will fondly be loved, cherished, and missed by all.

Richard is survived by his dear wife Nancy (Armstrong) Cleaver-Hall of Sierra Vista, AZ and formerly of Nashua.  He is also survived by his beloved children; his daughter Jessica Jones of Ogden, UT, his daughter Carrie Hall of Las Vegas, NV, his son Richard Hall of Sierra Vista, AZ, and his daughter Katie Hall of Nashua.  Richard is also the loving grandfather to his seven grandchildren; Raven, Anissa, Wesoly, Zenith, Tristen, Ethan and Abigail, and great-grandfather to Aria and Willow.  He is also survived by his step-daughter Diane Cleaver.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister Nancy A. Delany.

Visitation for Richard will be held on Friday, August 6, 2021 from 4 – 7 PM at the Farwell Funeral Home, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, NH.  Friends and family are cordially invited to attend.  A graveside service will be held on Saturday, August 7, 2021 at 10 AM at Edgewood Cemetery, 107 Amherst Street, Nashua.  In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Richard’s memory to either the American Kidney Fund, 11921 Rockville Pike, Suite 300, Rockville, MD 20852 or to the Humane Society for Greater Nashua, 24 Ferry Rd, Nashua, NH 03064.

Arrangements under the direction of FARWELL Funeral Service.

    Blanche A. “Bianca” Farwell, 93, formerly of Nashua, passed away peacefully, Saturday evening, July 31, 2021 at The Inn at Fairview in Hudson.  Bianca was the widow of Charles H. Farwell, Jr.

   Born in Nashua on December 26, 1927, she was a daughter of the late Auguste J. and Rose Anna (Hudon) Soucy.  Bianca attended St. Louis de Gonzague school and was a graduate of Nashua High School Class of 1946 and furthered her education at Rivier College. Prior to her marriage in 1951, she had worked for the former Miller’s clothing store and in the office of the former J.F. McElwain Shoe Company.   

    Bianca devoted much of her life to her husband, four children and three grandchildren.  She served as an officer of the Farwell Funeral Service, Inc. for many years and assisted in answering the phone, hospitality and interior decorating.  

   She had been a longtime volunteer of both St. Joseph Hospital and Nashua Memorial Hospital now Southern New Hampshire Medical Center as a messenger, delivering mail, and in the gift shop.  Bianca served on the board of directors of the Nashua YWCA; was an active communicant of St. Christopher Church and was Eucharistic Minister. She also sang with the Nashua Choral Group in the 1960s.

    A woman of deep faith, Bianca had an accepting, nurturing personality.  She initiated conversations and made friends easily.  Bianca fashioned a beautiful, inviting home and enjoyed cooking and baking for her family and friends.  Her home was always filled with music.  She played the piano and loved dancing with Charlie. They attended concerts and live theater.  Some of her favorite past times were playing cards, especially bridge and cribbage; completing crossword puzzles and word jumbles; sewing and knitting; tending her outdoor flowers and floral designing.   In retirement, Bianca and Charlie enjoyed many winters at Daytona Beach Shores, Florida.

    Bianca was predeceased by her husband of 68 years, Charlie, on March 19, 2020; and her eldest son, Kevin on January 5, 2021. The youngest of nine children, she was also predeceased by her eight siblings, Jeanne A. Labine and her husband Joseph, Germaine C., Therese I. and Beatrice M. Soucy, Lionel G. “Speed” Soucy, Robert J. Soucy and his wife Beatrice, Paul E. Soucy and his wife Phyllis, and Armand L. Soucy and his wife Mary.

     Members of her family include her children, Dana J. Farwell, Judith A. McDonald and her husband Richard, and Holly E. Kaminski and her husband Thomas; her three grandchildren, Chad M. Kaminski, Taryn E. Kaminski and Emily C. McDonald; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

    The family would like to thank the entire staff at Fairview Healthcare for all their wonderful care, support and kindness for Bianca, Charlie, their children and grandchildren.

   A private graveside service will be held for her family at Edgewood Cemetery.

Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua. www.farwellfuneralservice.com

     Kevin Hanley, 59, of Nashua and formerly of Burlington, MA, passed away Saturday afternoon, July 31, 2021 at the Boston Medical Center from injuries sustained in a car crash in Nashua on July 19^th.

     A resident of Nashua for the past 15 years, Kevin was born in Medford, Massachusetts on September 25, 1961, a son of the late John J. and Marguerite E. (Lawlor) Hanley. Kevin grew up in Burlington and was a graduate of Shawsheen Valley Technical High School in Billerica, MA Class of 1979.

     Kevin had been employed with Keola Commuter Rail of Somerville, MA for the past 22 years.

     In his leisure time, Kevin loved riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle; was a sports fan of the Boston teams especially the Bruins and Patriots; taking long scenic drives for food all over and dreams of shiny cars; for most of his days were spent with family.

     Members of his family include his wife of 10 years; introduced the year 1999, Linda (Hirsh) Hanley; “I love you babe”. Nana and Papa (Hirsh); step daughter, Renea McCullough and Miles; step son, Sean McCullough and Sarah; five grandchildren, Teagan, Korbyn, Everly, Thea and Odan. Plus all the family in-betweens. Whom he truly adored. Two brothers and their wives, William and Deborah Hanley of Billerica, MA and John and Maria Hanley of Burlington, MA; a sister and her husband, Karen and Thomas Carlson of Burlington, MA; also many more nieces and nephews. Whom he also spoke highly of. So many memories. Please, together or far verse to Our Father’s passage. 

      Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street Nashua, NH on Sunday afternoon, August 8^th from 2 to 5 p.m. With a brief reading from the Bible 4:30 pm. Family and friends are invited to attend. Donations may be made in his memory to the American Diabetes Association. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE. www.farwellfuneralservice.com

Ida M. Keith, 94, of Nashua, former longtime resident of Merrimack, passed away peacefully at home on July 25, 2021, with her daughter and caretaker Rebecca by her side. She was born on March 27, 1927 in the small town of Sherburne, Louisiana. Her parents, the late Calton and Gertrude (Bourgeois) Frazee, raised Ida and her three younger sisters in Sherburne; she graduated from nearby Livonia High School in 1944. 

While attending a dance held at a small local military base, Ida met Donald Keith, the man who would become her husband of nearly seven decades. The two were married on July 10th, 1946, and settled in Merrimack, NH, where they built their own house and raised their two daughters.

Ida was a longtime member of the First Baptist Church in Nashua, and dedicated countless hours volunteering for the church. She was known for her excellent homemade jams and jellies, and for knitting hundreds of prayer shawls for donation.

Ida enjoyed spending time with her family: she had five grandchildren and many great-grandchildren, and loved to gather everyone together to share holiday meals or, occasionally, her beloved southern recipes, particularly her famous gumbo. In addition to her volunteer work for her church, she enjoyed knitting and was a gifted seamstress. Over the years, Ida touched many lives in many different circles, and she will truly be missed. 

Ida is survived by her two daughters: Kathleen K. Villeneuve and her husband Thomas of Hancock, NH, and Rebecca D. Belonga of Nashua. Additionally, she is survived by her sister Tamra Frazee of Louisiana and many nieces and nephews. Along with her parents and two of her sisters, she was predeceased by her husband, Donald W. Keith, who passed on March 15, 2015, as well as granddaughter Lauren Villeneuve, great-granddaughter Rylea Belonga, and son-in-law Benjamin Q. Belonga III. 

In accordance with Ida’s wishes, all services will be privately held. Arrangements under the direction of FARWELL Funeral Service, 18 Lock Street, Nashua. 

After living a full life, Meri passed away peacefully at her home Friday morning, July 23, 2021 at the age of 95 in Nashua N.H. The only child of Joseph and Angelina Zanleoni, Mary (who legally changed her name to Meri while a teenager) was born and raised in Barre Vt. where she met and fell in love with her future husband Charles H. Goyette M.D.

Together, they settled in Nashua NH and built a wonderful life filled with family, friends, and work that was important to each of them.  For Charles (Doc), opening the city’s first OB-GYN practice and delivering thousands of babies; for Meri, a life focused on raising her six children and supporting the arts.  In the 1960’s Meri was one of the founding leaders of the Arts and Science Center. In the 1980’s, she established the Salon des Artists at the Hotel Meridien in Boston where she introduced new artists and their work in the hotel’s grand lobby.  Following the sudden death of her youngest son Robie in 1991, Meri returned home to Nashua, determined to enliven and enrich the downtown.  From installing tree lights along Main street, to restoring the Hunt, saving the Chandler Library, and serving as Mrs. Claus at the annual Holiday Stroll, Meri always had vision, passion and determination to make Nashua shine.  In 2008 she co-founded the Nashua International Sculpture Symposium, an annual event designed to elevate the awareness and appreciation of public art in Nashua. Artists from all over the world spend 3 weeks in Nashua creating sculptures placed throughout the City for all to enjoy.  Meri was also actively involved with City Arts Nashua and founded the Meri Goyette Champagne Art Awards Luncheon to raise funds for the arts. In 2020, she received the Wall Street Journal’s Lifetime Achievement Award for being a Patron of the Arts.  Most recently, Meri was inspired to create a series of collages entitled Cut and Paste that was featured in the Telegraph and prominently displayed in their Main Street storefront windows.

Meri joins the love of her life, Charles, her husband of 71 years; her beloved son Robie, and leaves her five children and their spouses: Charles and Shirley Goyette; J and Judi Goyette; Meri and Don Reid; Carole and David Murphy; Ellen Goyette; Robin and David Whitman; her caregiver Darlene; twelve grandchildren and ten great grandchildren.  She also leaves many dear friends who brought much joy to her, especially in her final months.

Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Wednesday, July 28^th from 4 to 7 p.m. A Mass will be held at the Immaculate Conception Church, 216 East Dunstable Road, at 1:00 pm on Thursday July 29, 2021, followed by a “Meri parade” to the Rotary Common Park (315 Main Street).  A Celebration of Meri will be held at the sculpture she and Charles commissioned entitled TOGETHER.

Contributions can be made in her honor to the Nashua International Sculpture Symposium or Nashua City Arts. The FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, is assisting the family with arrangements. www.farwellfuneralservice.com

    Carol (Fuller) Webster, 78, a lifelong Hudson resident, passed away Thursday evening, July 22, 2021 at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, following complications from surgery.

    The daughter of the late George A. and Virginia (Mitchell) Fuller, she was born in Nashua on December 16, 1942. Carol was educated in Hudson schools and was a graduate of Alvirne High School Class of 1960.

    Carol had worked as a pharmacist’s assistant at CVS in Nashua and earlier in her life worked as a waitress at the former China Village restaurant in Hudson.

     In her leisure time, she enjoyed gardening and caring for her house plants. Carol especially loved spending time with her grandchildren and summers at the family camp in Maine. She was regarded as a ‘second mother’ to many family members and friends, as she was always kind with her words and generous with her famous hugs.  More recently, Carol was blessed with the companionship of her neighbors Scott and Michele , who were always there to lend a helping hand.

     Carol was predeceased by her husband, Kenneth I. Walter, who passed away on July 26, 2015; her son and daughter-in-law, Carl C. Webster Jr. and Diana Simonetti in 2019; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Joseph W. and Margaret (Mooney) Fuller, Donald M. Fuller, and Joyce (Carroll) Fuller.

      Members of her family include her daughter and son-in-law, Wendy and David Clark of Hudson; two grandchildren, Courtney L. Clark of Conway and Christopher D. Clark of Hudson; two brothers, George A. Fuller, Jr. and his companion Roberta Richards of Hudson, and Gordon A. Fuller (who sadly passed away 3 days later on July 25, 2021) and his wife Celeste of Maine; also many nieces, nephews and cousins.

      Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Saturday afternoon, August 7^th from 2 to 5 p.m. Family and friends are invited to attend. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE.  www.farwellfuneralservice.com

     Dorraine F. “Do” Ouellette, 89, of Nashua, widow of Maurice A. Ouellette, passed away Thursday evening, July 22, 2021 at Fairview Nursing Home in Hudson, after a period of declining health.

     A lifelong resident of this city, Do was born on May 4, 1932, a daughter of the late Alfred W. and Lorraine E. St. Onge. She was educated in local schools and graduated from Nashua High School Class of 1950. Do had worked for a time as a receptionist at the old St. Joseph Hospital.

    In her leisure time, Do enjoyed dancing, playing poker and trips to the casino’s. After her husband retired, the couple enjoyed many winters in Florida.

    “Do” and “Mo” were married on April 26, 1952 at St. Francis Xavier Church. They shared 66 years wonderful years together until his passing on February 19, 2019.

     Members of her family include her daughter and son-in-law, Denise M. and Andre Montminy, DMD of Pelham; two grandsons, Marc Montminy and Christian Montminy and his wife Nicole; four great-grandchildren, Honorae, Owen, Addalyn and Charlie; her sister, Estelle C. Boucher, widow of Robert L. Boucher of Nashua; a niece, Kathleen L. Busby and her husband Stephen of Merrimack ; also other nieces, nephews and cousins.

     There are no calling hours. A private graveside service will be held for her family at St. Francis Xavier Cemetery. Donations may be made in her memory to a favorite charity of one’s choice.    

  Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua.  www.farwellfuneralservice.com