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Paige Ray George Parkinson

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Paige Ray George Parkinson, 25, of Manchester, formerly of Nashua, passed away unexpectedly on June 9, 2021.  Born on April 30, 1996 in Nashua, she was the beloved daughter of Nancy R. (Patterson) Parkinson and Everton H. Parkinson III and his wife Deborah, all of Nashua.  Raised and educated in Nashua, Paige was a very competitive person who graduated from Bishop Guertin High School with the Class of 2014, where she was involved with high school athletics.  Believing in the full value of a secondary education, she graduated from Rivier University with the Class of 2018.   Paige was employed at Firefly American Bistro and Bar in Manchester and recently began her career as a realtor with Keller Williams Realty.

Paige, who lived her life to the fullest, had many passions that she was devoted to.  She was a kind, brave, selfless soul who believed in caring for those who were less fortunate than herself.  Paige loved to travel, especially throughout Europe and the United States, spend time with her friends and family, and enjoyed the outdoors; especially the beach, music festivals and the mountains.  She touched many lives in many different circles and will fondly be loved, cherished and missed by all.

In addition to her parents, Paige is survived by her dear brother, Everton H. Parkinson IV and his longtime companion Lindsay Plante, both of Nashua.  She is also survived by her maternal grandmother Edna Patterson and her paternal grandmother Marilyn Parkinson, both of Nashua.  Paige is survived by her uncle Geoffrey Parkinson of Nashua, and her aunts; Martha Deasley and her husband John of John’s Island, SC, Janet Schaub and her husband Frank of Nashua, Linda Patterson of Prescott, AZ and several cousins.  She was preceded in death by both of her grandfathers, George Patterson and Everton H. Parkinson Jr.

To honor the wishes of the Parkinson family, all services for Paige will be privately held.  In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in her memory to either the Nashua Soup Kitchen & Shelter, Inc. PO Box 3116, Nashua, NH 03061-3116 or to the Humane Society of Greater Nashua, 24 Ferry Road, Nashua, NH 03064.  For guidance on donating food or other items to the Nashua Soup Kitchen, please visit https://nsks.org/donate/#donate-howto and for guidance to donate online to the Humane Society of Greater Nashua please visit https://www.hsfn.org/tributegifts/.

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

Richard G. Malouin

Malouin, Richard G.

   Richard G. Malouin, 90, a Nashua native and longtime resident, passed away Saturday evening, June 5, 2021 at the home of his daughter in Sandown, NH.     

   Born in Nashua on July 30, 1930, he was a son of the late Leon F. and Barbara (Gardner) Malouin, Sr. Educated in local schools, Richard was a graduate of Nashua High School Class of 1948.  Richard worked in the construction business for many years and was associated with various local construction companies.

   He was a member of the Merrimack Valley Baptist Church and the Multiple Sclerosis Society.

   Richard was predeceased by his wife, Mary J. (Sullivan) Malouin, who passed away on August 2, 2001. They were married on August 30, 1958.

    Members of his family include his daughter, Maryanne Fournier of Sandown, with whom he has made his home since October of 2020; grandchildren Terrance and his wife Keri Fournier, Corey Fournier, Danae Fournier and Natalia Fournier; five great-grandchildren, Olivia, Maverick, Brielle, Holden and Braiden; two sisters, Natalie Bibeau of Nashua and Justine Cutting of Sunapee; a brother, Jan Malouin and his wife Virginia of Pepperell, MA; also many nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife and parents, Richard was predeceased by his sister and brother-in-law, Barbara J. and Roger E. Dionne; his brother and sister-in-law, Leon F. Jr. and Lena Malouin.

    There are no calling hours. A Graveside service will be held in Edgewood Cemetery, 107 Amherst Street, Nashua, Thursday afternoon, June 10th at 2 o’clock. Family and friends are invited to attend and will meet at the cemetery. Donations may be made in his memory to Chosen People Ministries, 241 East 51st Street, New York, NY 10022. 

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

Jeanne M. Daigle

DAIGLE, JEANNE M.

Jeanne M. (Pelletier) Daigle, 91 of Nashua NH passed away on June 5, 2021 with her loving family by her side.  Born November 13, 1929 she was a third generation Nashua resident.  She was the wife of the late Robert N. Daigle.  Married in 1953, they celebrated 60 years of marriage.

Following graduation from Nashua High School in 1947, she worked for her father at Service Electric Company as a bookkeeper.  She attended Nashua Business College in the evenings and was an active student, a team player on the girl’s basketball team and a member of student council.  She graduated in 1952 with a degree in Bookkeeping.  Finishing her education, Jeanne went to work for the Johns Mansville Company as a bookkeeper in the finance office.  Once married, Jeanne managed the finances of their family business, Bruce Construction Co.

Jeanne enjoyed summering at Lake Winnipesaukee, following New England sports, traveling abroad, visiting her children as they moved about the country, and cheering her grandchildren on at sporting events.  Jeanne was an incredible baker.  Rarely was there a time the grandchildren would arrive without fresh homemade ‘Grandma Cookies’ in the jar.

She lived in her Dover Street home for 55 years.  She was the “honorary neighborhood Mom”.  Jeanne was an active parishioner and Eucharistic minister at Saint Christopher Parish, Parish of The Resurrection and Saint Francis Xavier Parish.  When Jeanne moved to Langdon Place of Nashua in 2013, she became a parishioner of the Immaculate Conception Parish.  Jeanne built heart felt relationships within the parishes and the Langdon Community.

She was the daughter of the late Napoleon and Albina Pelletier.  She was the sister of Sr. Marie Christilla of Manchester, and predeceased by sister Lorette McAfee and brother Donald Pelletier.

Jeanne will continue to be loved by their eight children: Bruce R. Daigle and his wife Monica of Woonsocket, RI; Susan E. Reed and her husband Donald of North Royalton, Ohio; Thomas J. Daigle and his wife Debra of Nashua, NH; Katherine M. Sipe and her husband Charles of West Deptford, NJ; Gary A. Daigle and his wife Sandra of Colorado Springs, CO; Linda L. Mello and her husband Allen of Nashua, NH; Janet A. O’Hara and her husband Kevin of Groton, MA; and Michelle M. Levesque and her husband Paul of Amherst, NH. She cherished her 20 Grandchildren and 15 Great Grandchildren, and all her nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua NH on Wednesday, June 9, 2021 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in the Immaculate Conception Parish, 216 East Dunstable Road, Nashua NH on Thursday, June 10, 2021 at 10:00 am.  Interment will follow in St. Francis Xavier Cemetery.  Friends are invited to gather at the church.  Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE. (603) 882-0591. www.farwellfuneral.com

Florence T. Canny

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   Florence T. Canny, 86, of Nashua, widow of Michael P. Canny, sadly passed away at her home, Thursday evening, June 3, 2021, after a brief but courageous battle of pancreatic cancer. Her loving family was by her side at every moment.            

   Born and raised in Worcester, Massachusetts on October 25, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Stanley and Blanche (Jendza) Blasko. Florence attended St. Mary’s High School in Worcester was a graduate of Worcester Junior College and attended the University of Massachusetts.

   A resident of Nashua since 1969, Florence was a homemaker in the early years of her marriage and then was the Athletic Department secretary for the Nashua School System for 25 years.  

   In her leisure time, she enjoyed floral arranging, golf, working out, shopping with friends. Her greatest pride and joy was spending time with her family and grandchildren who she cherished. Florence also loved traveling to Europe and the Caribbean Islands, and summers at her home on Cape Cod.

   Florence was a communicant of St. Christopher Parish, was active with the CYO Parent group, Parish Council and the Women’s Guild.  She was a member of the Worcester Junior Women’s League.

    In addition to her parents, Florence was predeceased by her husband Michael, who passed away August 16, 2004. They were married in Worcester, MA on September 10, 1960. Their first home was in Springfield, MA prior to moving to Nashua, NH.

    Members of  her family include her three daughters, Lisa Petersen of Arvada, CO, Susan Towner and her husband Will of Islamorada, FL and Cristina Ethier and her husband Christopher of Londonderry, NH; five grandchildren, Catherine Towner, William Towner, Julia Ethier, Sara Ethier and Timothy Ethier; sister-in-law, Kay (Canny) Antosca and her husband Albert; beloved nieces, nephews and numerous godchildren; her cousin, Patty Knapp; and special friend, Regis Beigel. Loved by many near and far, she will be greatly missed.

    Her family will receive relatives and friends at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Saturday, June 12th from 9 to 10:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Christopher Church, 62 Manchester Street, Nashua at 11 o’clock. Interment will take place in Edgewood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in her memory to St. Christopher Parish. Arrangements are in the care of the Farwell Funeral Service. www.farwellfuneralservice.com

Amy Senay

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   Amy Senay, 43, of Nashua, wife of Christopher Senay, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday evening, May 30, 2021.            

   A daughter of Susan (Cerra) Charron Soukaros and the late Thomas R. Charron, she was born in Maui, Hawaii on November 15, 1977. Amy grew up in Milton, Massachusetts and was a graduate of Milton High School.   

   Amy was a homemaker and loved spending time with her children and family.

Members of her family include her husband Chris; her six children, Philip, Anthony, David, Patrick, Chloe and Christian; her mother, Susan Soukaros; a brother, James Soukaros; two sisters, Heidi Boyce and Gina Soukaros; niece of Philip Cerra of Woburn, MA and Diane Cerra of Taunton, MA.

    Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Saturday evening, June 5th from 6 to 8 p.m. Family and close friends are invited to attend. Arrangements are in the care of the Farwell Funeral Service, Inc. www.farwellfuneralservice.com 

Kathryn E. Schaller

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    Kathryn E. Schaller, 81, of Hudson, widow of Lt. Col. Robert H. Schaller, passed away early Sunday morning, May 30, 2021 at Laurel Place in Hudson, with her loving daughter by her side. The family would like to thank the staff at Laurel Place and Fairview Senior Living for the loving care they provided Kate.           

   Born in Queens, New York on December 14, 1939, she was a daughter of the late William F. and Elizabeth (Hellwege) Enners. Kathryn was a graduate of Jamaica (NY) High School and furthered her education at the State University New York in Oneonta, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree. She received her Masters degree in Education from Queens College.

    A longtime educator, Kathryn taught in the Floral Park, NY school district from kindergarten through twelfth grade. She also taught in Germany during her husband’s military career and later as a substitute teacher at Alvirne High School in Hudson.

    In her leisure time, she enjoyed reading, playing bridge, traveling and entertaining. Kathryn was a parishioner of The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd in Nashua and was a member of the Altar Guild.

    Members of her family include her daughter, Paige; sons, Paul (Cory) and Bob (Margy); daughter-in-law, Christine; and grandchildren, Jessica, Zachary, Madison, Max and Alexa. In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her brother, William H. Enners and her son, Scott Schaller.

     There are no calling hours. Her funeral service will be held in The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, 214 Main Street, Nashua on Saturday, August 14th at 11 a.m. with a reception to follow. Interment will take place in Swan Point Cemetery in Pawtucket, RI. Donations may be made in her memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105  or the Church of the Good Shepherd – Book of Remembrance, 214 Main Street, Nashua, NH 03060. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua. www.farwellfuneralservice.com

Donald C. Davidson

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   Well-known Nashua native Donald C. Davidson, 82, former Nashua Mayor, airline Captain and businessman, passed away peacefully Friday morning, May 28, 2021 at the Community Hospice House in Merrimack.           

   Born in Nashua on April 15, 1939, he was a son of the late Leon N. and Irene A. (Shea) Davidson. Don was educated in local schools and graduated from Nashua High School Class of 1956. His first love was aviation and he soloed at Nashua Airport in 1955 at the age of 16. An Air Force veteran, Mr. Davidson was a graduate of the USAF Aviation Cadets program at Reese AFB, Texas. He was commissioned as an Air Force pilot in 1960 where he flew transports around the world including Vietnam.  

   Don began his 32 year-career as a pilot with the former Eastern Airlines in 1963. He became a Captain in 1971 and later was the Vice President of Flight Operations.  After Eastern, he was a Captain at USAfrica Airways until his retirement from aviation in 1995.

   Don was very active in Nashua politics throughout the years as Ward 8 Alderman, Alderman-at-Large, acting Mayor of Nashua in 1977 and elected Mayor from 1996 -2000. During his administration in 1997, Nashua was voted as the “Best Place To Live” by Money Magazine for the second time. He later also served as a Nashua Fire Commissioner and was a member of the Nashua Airport Authority.

    Active in the business community, Don founded Davidson Travel Service, Davidson Flight Service, The Captain’s Corner and several other small businesses. He was also a member of the NH Civil Air Patrol for many years and was Wing Commander from 2006 -2010.      

   In his leisure time, Don loved flying – especially his P51 Mustang “Double Trouble II”, working on his antique cars, playing golf and was an avid Green Bay Packers fan. He was a member of the Disney Vacation Club and enjoyed spending time with his family at Disney World in Florida.  He was a longtime member of the Nashua Country Club and had made his home at The Villages in Florida for the past year before returning to Nashua.

    Members of his family include his wife, Pauline “Chip” (Denault) Davidson, whom he married on November 17, 1962 and shared over 58 years together; his three children, Donald C. Davidson Jr. and his fiancée MeLinda, Donna C. Clarkson and her husband Chris, and Daniel C. Davidson and his wife Susan; seven grandchildren; two brothers, Richard L. “Dick” Davidson and his wife Rita, and William N. “Bill” Davidson and his late wife Shirley, all of Florida; also several nieces and nephews.

     A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Louis de Gonzague Church, 50 West Hollis Street, Nashua, Thursday, June 3rd at 11 a.m. The family will receive relatives and friends at the church beginning at 10 o’clock. Interment will take place at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent in his 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 

Rita F. Levesque

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    Rita F. (Waterhouse) Levesque, 76, of Nashua, wife of Rene P. Levesque, passed away peacefully Saturday afternoon, May 22, 2021.             

    A resident of Nashua for over 50 years, Rita was born in Lowell, Massachusetts on February 2, 1945, a daughter of the late Lester and Philomena (Baeynes) Waterhouse. Educated in Lowell schools, she was a graduate of St. Michael’s School and continued her education at St. Joseph Hospital School of Nursing, where she earned a certificate as a medical records technician.

    Rita had been employed with the Federal Aviation Administration and later BAE Systems as an Administrative Assistant for ten years.

   In her leisure time, she enjoyed pressing flowers, crocheting, cooking and playing the organ. Most of all, Rita loved spending time with her grandchildren and friends.

   Members of her family include her husband Rene, whom she married on August 8, 1965 in Lowell, MA and shared over 55 years together; a daughter, Cheryl Houle and her husband, Christopher L. Houle, Jr; twelve grandchildren, Tiffany D’Amico, Julianne D’Amico, Richard D’Amico III, Kayleigh D’Amico, James D’Amico, Connor D’Amico, Kevin D’Amico, Isabelle D’Amico, Ryan Houle, Kayleigh Houle, Kellsie Houle and Karra Houle; sister-in-law, Dottie Waterhouse; brother-in-law, Robert Levesque and his wife Alice; and sister-in-law, Linda Steriti and her husband Peter; as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins.

   In addition to her parents, Rita was predeceased by her brother, Lester Waterhouse; and her sisters, Marie Maniatakos and Lillian Stott.

   Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Tuesday, May 25th from 5 to 8 p.m. Her funeral service will be held at the Salvation Army, One Montgomery Avenue, Nashua, Wednesday, May 26th at 11 a.m. Friends and family are invited to attend. Interment will take place at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery in Boscawen on Thursday. Donations may be made in her memory to the Salvation Army, One Montgomery Avenue, Nashua, NH 03060. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE. www.farwellfuneralservice.com 

Stephen A. Soucy

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   Stephen A. Soucy, 79, of Hudson and formerly of Nashua, passed away Thursday morning, May 20, 2021, after a period of declining health.            

   Born in Kittery, Maine on April 1, 1942, he was a son of the late Roger and Jeanette (LaRose) Soucy. Steve grew up in Nashua and was a graduate of Nashua High School Class of 1960. He began his career working with his father at the former Roger Soucy Motors, a Lincoln / Mercury dealership on the corner of Main and East Hollis Streets in Nashua. After the business closed, Steve was employed at the International Paper Box Machine Company in Nashua for many years as manager of manufacturing. Following his retirement, he worked part-time at Robbins Auto Parts.

    Steve was a member of Club National and served on its Board of Directors. In his leisure time, he enjoyed taking care of his cars and lawns at his home, that he took great pride in. Steve also loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

    Members of his family include his wife, Madlyn C. (Lozeau) Soucy, whom he married on October 26, 1963 and shared over 57 wonderful years together; his daughters and sons-in-law, Holly and George MacDonald of Milford and Kimberly and David DeCarolis of Litchfield; eight grandchildren, Courtney, Trevor and Brooke Palladino, McKayla Buckley and her husband Tyler, Kendra DeCarolis and her fiancé Joe Figlioli, Hope and Logan DeCarolis, and Corinne Miller; four great-grandchildren, Ryker and Kaysen Buckley, Julian Palladino and Killian Collins; a brother, Peter Soucy of Portland, ME; three sisters, Patricia Ravenelle and her husband Ted of Burke, VA, Brenda Anastasoff of Saco, ME and the late Sylvia M. McKay, who passed away in July of 2001; also many nieces and nephews.

     Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Thursday, May 27th from 5 to 8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Joseph The Worker Church, 777 West Hollis Street, Nashua, Friday, May 28th at 10 a.m. Friends are invited to attend. Interment will take place at a later date. Donations may be made in his memory to the Nashua Children’s Home, 125 Amherst Street, Nashua, NH 03064. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE. www.farwellfuneralservic.com

Doris M. Duclos

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   Doris Mariana Duclos, 49, of Nashua, passed away on Wednesday, May 12, 2021. She was born in Puerto Rico on December 14, 1971, daughter of Aurora Vega Cruz and Luis M. Figueroa.

    Her family includes six children, Michael Lozada, Jonathan Lozada, Crystal Lozada, Rodney Curtis, Jasmine Curtis and Jason Duclos; twenty grandchildren; four sisters, Migdalia Rodriguez, Rosa Figueroa, Carmen Figueroa and Janette Figueroa; and three brothers, David Rodriguez Jr., Luis Figueroa and Asdruval Figueroa.

    Doris was a mother, grandmother, daughter, sister and friend. She was the type of person who would go without if you needed whatever she had. Doris would give you the shirt off her back if you needed it. She loved her children and grandchildren more than anything. She loved music, singing and dancing and spending time with her friends and family. No matter what life threw at her, she always had a smile on her face and had a heart of gold. Everyone that met her liked her and those who got to know her loved her. Doris got along well with everyone and always saw the good in everyone.

    Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Wednesday, May 19th from 4 to 6 p.m.      

Kenneth J. York

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    Kenneth J. York, 57, of Nashua, passed away on Sunday, May 9, 2021 in Georgetown, SC.            

    Born on October 1, 1963 in Nashua, NH, Kenny was the youngest son of the late Jesse A. York Jr. and Elizabeth M. (Sweeney) York. A lifelong resident of Nashua, Ken was a former owner of Bob’s Pizza.

    Ken loved playing tennis and bowling and was an avid New England sports fan, especially the Boston Bruins. He loved listening to and following the Grateful Dead. Ken was a former Commander of the Sons of the American Legion Post 3 of Nashua, which he used as a platform to raise money for many charities. In addition to his parents, Ken was predeceased by his brother, William R. York. He will be missed by his surviving family and friends.

    Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Thursday, June 3rd from 5 to 8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Patrick Church, 29 Spring Street, Nashua on Friday, June 4th at 9:30 a.m. Interment will follow at St. Patrick Cemetery in Hudson. Family and friends are invited to attend. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE.  www.farwellfuneralservice.com 

Christine L. Boucher

BOUCHER, CHRISTINE L.

  Christine L. (Ackley) Boucher, 74, a lifelong Nashua resident, passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on Saturday morning, May 8, 2021, after a period of declining health.            

   Born in Nashua on October 13, 1946, she was a daughter of the late Frederick J. and Helen C. (Lee) Ackley. Christine was a graduate of Nashua High School Class of 1964 and furthered her education at Northern Essex Community College, where she earned a degree as a registered nurse.

   Christine began her career as a registered nurse at Memorial Hospital in Nashua now known as Southern New Hampshire Medical Center, and continued at the Courville at Nashua, The Plus Company and Presentation of Mary Academy in Hudson until she retired.

    She enjoyed bingo and gardening and especially loved time with her family.

Members of her family include her three children, Lisa Tremblay and her husband Marc, and Tina Reeves all of Nashua, and Frederick Boucher and his wife Nicole of Windham; six grandchildren, Branden Lilley and his wife Christine, Bryant Lilley and his wife Lessly, Matthew Lilley, Justin Reeves and his wife Heidi, Donovan Reeves and Logan Ella Boucher; three great-grandchildren, Dante, Veda and Hazel Reeves; her sister and brother-in-law, Linda and Roland Caron of Hudson; and nephews, Christopher Caron and his wife Jess of Hudson, NH and Scott Caron of Chicago, IL.

     Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Tuesday, May 11th from 5 to 7 p.m. Her funeral service will be held in the funeral home, Wednesday morning at 10:30 a.m. Interment will follow at St. Patrick Cemetery in Hudson. Friends are invited to attend. The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to The Parkinson’s Foundation, 200 SE 1st Street, Ste 800, Miami, FL 33131. phone: 1-800-473-4636.  

   Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE.  www.farwellfuneralservice.com

John A. Worthen III

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John A. Worthen III, son of John A. Worthen Jr. and Mary Singleton Worthen, Died May 7, 2021 after a brief illness. He was born in Nashua, N.H. on May 17, 1928. Graduated from Nashua High School in 1945 and from UNH in 1950 with a BS degree in Business Administration. He pursued graduate studies in Business at UNH and at Harvard University.

John was a veteran of WWII, serving in Germany as a Sergeant with the 25th Constabulary Squadron. During the Korean War, he was recalled from the Air Force Reserve and served as First Lieutenant with the 4707the Defense Wing at Otis Air Field in Massachusetts.

He spent 38 years with John Hancock Insurance Company, retiring as a Senior Vice President in Mortgage Investments. John served as Director of Maritime Life Insurance Company of Halifax, Novia Scotia, of Treasure Masters Inc. of Derry, N.H., and of Real Estate Investment Trust of Clinton, N.J.

John was a beloved husband and father who was very happily married to the love of his life, Patricia, and was proud of the sixty -eight great years they spent together. He leaves their son Jack Coombes Worthen of Parkland, Florida, their daughter, Cynthia Worthen Vascak of Campton, N.H. and three grandchildren, Brian, Laura, and Julie Worthen.

He enjoyed playing golf, tennis, sailing, traveling through Europe, and a good game of bridge.

The service will be held at The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, 214 Main Street, Nashua, NH. at 1:00 pm on Saturday, June 5th. Committal prayers and Army honors will follow at the Edgewood Cemetery, 107 Amherst Street, Nashua.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations in John’s memory to be made to the Church of the Good Shepherd to support their service work with the Front Door Agency and their Community Action projects.

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

Robert Francis Field

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GRAVESIDE SERVICE:  Friday, May 21, 2021,  at 1:00 pm at Gibson Cemetery, Marsh Road, Pelham, NH.   Friends are invited to attend.

  Robert Francis Field, 61, of Londonderry, NH, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Monday, January 13, 2020 and has gone to be with the Lord.        

  Born in Nashua on April 14, 1958, he was the son of the late Robert A. Field and Corey A. (Scale) Field Fletcher. During his youth, Bobby resided in Pelham where he attended St. Patrick Parochial School and then Alvirne High School in Hudson.  A longtime resident of Londonderry, Bobby began his career with his father at Field Water Wells, working as a driller of Artesian Wells. He then worked in the trucking industry in Florida for a time and later was a driver for Continental Paving.  

   An avid car enthusiast, Bobby enjoyed building hot rods, attending car shows and won many 1st place awards for his show cars including a Chevrolet El Camino and Chevrolet pick-up truck. He also loved working on engines, motor cross racing, Go-carts, riding motorcycles, dirt bikes and snowmobiling. Bobby was also a talented drawer, especially drawing automobiles. As a Facebook blogger, Bobby brought many smiles with his daily “Good Morning” posts.

    Members of his family include his sisters and brother-in-law, Debora L. and John Vien of Manchester and Donna L. Field of Concord; a niece, Jessica M. Field of Derry; aunts and uncles, Louis G. and Marianne Field of Hooksett and Patricia A. and Donald McAndrew of Nashua; and many cousins.

    A Graveside Service will take place on Friday, May 21st at 1:00 p.m. at Gibson Cemetery, Marsh Road in Pelham, NH. Friends are invited to attend.  

    Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua. (603) 882-0591. www.farwellfuneralservice.com 

Iris Eastwick

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Iris Eastwick, beloved and cherished Wife, Mother, Grandmother, and Great Grandmother closed her eyes in Nashua NH on April 29th and when she opened them, she was in Heaven. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her!

Iris above all else loved the Lord Jesus Christ and lived her faith out daily. She always had an encouraging word, a bible verse, and a prayer to offer.  She treasured God’s Word and would often quote Scripture like Proverbs 3: 5-8 that says: Trust in the Lord with all your heart, lean not unto your own understanding.  In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will direct your paths. He certainly did direct her life’s path in so many ways – she lived a long and full life.

Born in Barking, Essex, England on May 19, 1929, she was raised by Ruby and William Comte, along with two siblings Olive and David.  They all lived through the ravages of WW II as children.  It is rumored she met the love of her life Maurice, while they were still in their baby carriages, or so the story goes. At the age of 24 she married Maurice and began a 68-year romance that would see them live around the world. She had citizenship in England, Canada, the United States, and now has most importantly in Heaven.  Homemaker, secretary, missionary, pastor’s wife, bible study leader, counselor, and a loving mother who raised three children: Suzanne, Simon, and Sarah. She adored and loved her ten grandchildren and five great-grandchildren so much.

An avid cook she was often seen in the kitchen making meals and desserts like scones and raspberry trifles to serve at afternoon teas.  Around the holidays, she would make British treats like Christmas pudding, mincemeat pies, and fruit cake that would rival any.  She loved to host people, share cups of tea, and most importantly, share her faith in God.  We will miss her sweet smile, optimistic outlook, and her lingering warm embraces. 
She will be buried on Friday May 7, 2021 and a celebration of her life will be held at Pepperell Christian Fellowship (PCF) in Pepperell MA.  Due to Covid regulations, in person attendance is limited and by invitation only.  However, there will be a live stream of the service, details at pcfchurch.org. Instead of flowers the family requests you consider donating in her name to Real Options Nashua at realoptionsNh.org or to the Southern New Hampshire Rescue Mission at hope4nashua.org, two of her favorite local charities.  Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua. www.farwellfuneralservice.com

Andre A. Morneau

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   Andre Arthur Morneau, 76, of Londonderry, passed on to His Father in heaven on Saturday, April 17th surrounded by love.            

   Born in Greenville, New Hampshire on September 12, 1944, he was a son of the late Arthur and Aline (Caron) Morneau. “Andy” graduated from Appleton Academy in 1963 and went on to serve in the US Air Force as a communications specialist from 1963 to 1967. After his military service, he attended the University of Lowell and went on to work for Sanders Associates in Nashua, Lockheed Martin, and finally BAE Systems as an engineer for over 40 years.

    Andy had a lifelong passion for ham radio and for so many will be remembered as K1YMH. He reached out to and made friends all over the world. After retirement, Andy served in Londonderry on the Beautify Londonderry Committee.

    One of his greatest joys was joining the Harmonica Saints and performing for those who needed smiles the most in nursing homes and assisted living communities. Shy Andy would absolutely nail Elvis as he sang many of his songs to an appreciative audience.

     He was also proud of his French-Canadian heritage belonging to the French Coterie in Nashua. Andy was a communicant of St. Mark the Evangelist Church in Londonderry and a member of the Men of St. Joseph.

     Andy was a wonderful husband of 46 years to his loving wife Pamela and devoted and loving Dad to his son Daniel Morneau of Londonderry, and daughter Mary and son-in-law Samuel Chase of Rochester, NH. Most of all, God gave him the special gift of a beautiful granddaughter, Gemma, that was the sunshine of his life. He is also survived by his much-loved sisters, Constance Levesque of Nashua and Sr. Gloria Morneau of St. Hyacinthe, Canada. He was predeceased by his parents, a baby brother, and his dear friend and brother-in-law, Raymond Levesque. Andy leaves behind his sweet buddy, “Moose” the cat.

    His legacy is one of caring, compassion and love to all those who knew him and those whom he prayed for every day. He prayed daily for everyone in the world who was suffering and that is what made him so special. Andy had a deep faith in God in Whose Hands he is now resting. He will be so missed by his family and all those who knew and loved him so much.

    The family will receive relatives and friends at St. Mark the Evangelist Church, 1 South Road in Londonderry on Thursday, April 22nd from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at eleven thirty. Interment will take place at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Greenville on Saturday. Donations may be made in his memory to the New Hampshire Food Bank, 700 East Industrial Park Drive, Manchester, NH 03109 or the Nashua Senior Center, 70 Temple Street, Nashua, NH 03060. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua. www.farwellfuneralservice.com