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   Edward J. Gaudet, 87, a longtime Hollis resident, passed away Thursday morning, November 19, 2020 at the New Hampshire Veterans Home in Tilton, from complications of Covid-19.       

   Born in Somerville, Massachusetts on May 13, 1933, he was the youngest of six children of the late Aime and Alma (Gelinas) Gaudet. Ed grew up and was educated in Somerville, and graduated from St. John’s High School in Cambridge, Class of 1951. He continued his education at a vocational school in Somerville, MA.  An Army veteran, Mr. Gaudet served a tour of duty during the Korean War.

   Ed married Ann M. McCarthy also of Somerville in July 1955 and they made their home in Billerica, MA before moving to Hollis, NH in 1965. Ed and Ann shared over 40 years together until her passing on February 17, 1996.

   Mr. Gaudet had been employed with the Telegraph Publishing Company in Nashua as a compositor for 42 years. He and his son Edward Jr., owned and operated a bark mulch business and he was known as “Mr. Mulch”.

    Ed will be lovingly remembered as a proud and devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was an easy-going guy with a joke to tell, and you knew where he was because of his constant whistling. Nothing gave him more joy than a visit from his grandchildren and great-grandchildren who could do no wrong in his eyes. In his leisure time, Ed enjoyed playing poker, coin collecting and was an avid hunter. He also enjoyed many trips to the Caribbean but especially loved Jamaica, where he vacationed with the whole family.

    Members of his family include his three children, Diane L. Kopka and her husband Gary, Edward J. Gaudet Jr. and his wife Paula, and Marie L. Hills and her husband Carl, all of Hollis; eight grandchildren, Matthew Kopka and his partner Fatou Cham of Acworth, GA, Melissa Ferrigno and her husband Justin of Standish, ME,  Myles Kopka of Chelsea, MA, Joshua Gaudet and his wife Heather of New Boston, Jeremy Gaudet and his wife Samantha of Hollis, Rhys Gaudet of Wilton, Allie Everett and her husband Alex of Hollis, and Whitney Hills of Hollis; seven great-grandchildren, Mason and Aida Gaudet, Owen and Claire Manzi, Hadley, Selah and Quincy Everett; also many nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife and parents, Ed was predeceased by three brothers, Paul, George and Arch; and two sisters, Lucille and Alice.

    Due to the pandemic and safety concerns, services will be private. Donations may be made in his memory to the New Hampshire Veterans Home, 139 Winter Street, Tilton, NH 03276.  Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua.  www.farwellfuneralservice.com 

   Jeanne (Neveu) Charron Lessard, died on Wednesday, November 18th, at the age of 99 years, 9 months in Hillsborough, NH.       

   Born February 4, 1921 in St. Germaine de Grantham, Canada, she was the youngest of nine children of the late Hermaine Neveu and Roseline (Despault) Neveu.

   The family immigrated to Nashua when she was a child and was educated in local schools. Later, Jeanne worked in the textile mills in Nashua to help support the family during the depression years. She married Harvey Charron in 1941 and raised four boys, two of them alone while her husband was away during World War II. Jeanne and Harvey took great pride in building their own home and lived there on Laton Street for 50 years. She then lived at The Coliseum in Nashua for many years before moving to Milford and then Hillsborough. Jeanne was a communicant of St. Francis Xavier Church and then the Parish of the Resurrection in her later years.

    After her husband passed in 1968, Jeanne went to work for Sprague Electric Company and as a seamstress for the Belle Shop and also at International Shoe. Jeanne later married Gerard Lessard and together they enjoyed snowmobiling up north and in Canada. They had a summer camp on Island Pond in Stoddard and enjoyed many weekends there. Besides being a wonderful cook, she liked to knit for her grandkids, playing cribbage, and the weekly bowling league.

      She enjoyed traveling and vacationed in Hawaii, Mexico, Europe, and spent weeks in Florida as well as other states. Jeanne talked fondly about a trip to the Grand Ole Opry as a highlight from a trip down south.

      Jeanne’s second husband, Gerard, passed away in 1995. She was predeceased by her siblings, Irene Bernaiche, Romeo Neveu, Simone Miller, Alonzo Neveu, Marie Boilard, Lucien Neveu, all of Nashua; and two sisters Gracia and Annette who perished during the 1918 flu epidemic.

      Members of her family include four sons and their wives, Ronald and Gail Charron of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, Leonard and Holly Charron of Hopkinton, NH, Gerald and Linda Charron of New Boston, NH and Philip and Patricia Charron of Nashua, NH. Also surviving her are a sister-in-law, Jeanette Charron of Goffstown; a step-daughter, Jeannette Michalewicz of Ormond Beach, FL; a step-son, Gerard Lessard Jr of Orlando, FL; two other stepsons, Arthur Lessard and Maurice Lessard predeceased her. She also leaves many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

      Jeanne will be long remembered by those who knew her for her wit and smiling good nature, but above all for her loving care, kindness and generosity of spirit.

It was Jeanne’s wish to be cremated and due to the pandemic, the family will plan a funeral and interment for a future date. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua. www.farwellfuneralservice.com

   Fabian DeCarpis of Nashua, NH, died peacefully early Wednesday morning, November 18, 2020, after a brief illness at the age of 85.  Fabian was a devoted and loving husband, father and brother. He is survived by the love of his life, his wife of 55 years, Katherine, and his loving son Daniel. He is preceded in death by his parents, Emo and Maria DeCarpis and his younger sister, Deana.    

   Fabian was born and raised in Arlington, Massachusetts. Upon his marriage to Kathie in 1965 they moved to Bedford, MA where he raised his family until his retirement to Nashua, NH.

   He was a United States Army veteran, who spent the bulk of his service time in Europe. For much of his life, Fabian fought a long painful battle with Rheumatoid Arthritis but he never allowed his illness to interfere with his love for life and family.

   A prolific artist, Fabian’s watercolors are as vibrant and joyful as they are mesmerizing, to behold. His local landscapes and beautiful skies capture the essence of New England and everything that is beautiful in nature. Fabian’s love for gardening spanned decades. He had a vast nursery of hostas that he propagated and adored. The “Hostafarian” was always eager to share his plants with friends, family and clients. A self-proclaimed “cigar aficionado”, Fabian loved a late day cigar in the woodland garden, admiring the tapestry of greens that covered his lush wonderland, made even more special when he was joined by his son, Dan. Fabian loved to travel; from art shows to family getaways on the cape and later extended Carribean trips with his wife, a sketchpad, and cocktails always at the ready.

    Fabian’s dry sense of humor, quiet determination, appreciation of nature and endless love for his family will be greatly missed by those who know him best.

    There are no calling hours. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in the Parish of the Resurrection, 449 Broad Street, Nashua, Tuesday, November 24^th at 11 a.m. Interment will follow in St. Louis Cemetery. Donations may be made in his memory to the Rheumatoid Arthritis Foundation, 8815 Conroy Windermere Road, Suite 309, Orlando, FL. (877) 917-7326. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, NH. www.farwellfuneralservice.com

Silvia Abelleira, 87, of Merrimack died peacefully on Tuesday, November 17, 2020.  Silvia (“Yeya”) was the beloved wife for over 61 years of her late husband Angel (“Yeyo”) Abelleira.

Although Silvia was a longtime resident of Nashua, NH, she was born in Havana Cuba and was the  daughter of the late Emilio Valdés and Josefina (Fernández) Valdés, and the beloved sister of the late Consuelo Hebra.  Silvia was educated at the University of Havana where she earned a Ph.D. in education.  In the mid 1960s Silvia and her husband decided to flee Cuba with their two children and come to the United States.  At that time, the entire family could not leave Cuba, so Silvia came alone with the children in 1967, and Angel stayed behind not knowing when, or if, they would ever be reunited.  Angel arrived in the United States two years later and together they built a wonderful life full of much love, lots of fun and a supportive and loving family.

Silvia taught Spanish at Nashua High School for 25 years (1969 to 1993), but her sense of community went far beyond the classroom.  Silvia served as a mentor, counselor, volunteer translator and friend to all in the greater Nashua community and she worked closely with Spanish-speaking newcomers to integrate into the community. In 1998 the US Postal Service released a stamp that paid tribute to Father Felix Varela, a Cuban-American educator and humanitarian, for his service in New York City. In conjunction with the release of the stamp, the USPS office honored Silvia for her service to the community.

In retirement, Silvia loved travelling to Cancún, Mexico, with her husband and grandchildren every summer, tutoring area students, and, most of all, spending time with her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

Silvia is survived by her son Angel and his wife Susan of Nashua, NH; her son Alberto and his wife Mary of Merrimack, NH; four grandchildren, Brandon Abelleira and wife Evelyn of Merrimack, NH, Andrew Abelleira and his fiancée Jenny Jo of Littleton, CO, Audrey Abelleira and husband Paul Maes of New Haven, CT, and Dennis Abelleira of Carlsbad, CA; two great-granddaughters, Sara and Sophia Abelleira; loving and devoted brother-in-law, Sergio Hebra, Sr.; and dear nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, including Ana (Hebra) Flaster, Andrew Flaster, Natalia and Samuel Flaster; Sergio Hebra, Jr., Jada Keye Hebra, Dante, Diego and Mia Hebra; Diane (Hebra) Merchant, David Merchant, Lily and Nickolas Merchant.

Relatives and friends are invited to Silvia’s walk-through visitation on Sunday, November 22^nd from 2-4 pm at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, NH.  Those attending are asked to adhere to current COVID-19 guidelines by wearing a mask and observing social distancing.  A memorial mass will be held the following day (Monday) at 10:00 am at St. John Neumann Church, 708 Milford Road, Merrimack, NH. Interment will follow the service at Woodlawn Cemetery in Nashua.  Those wishing to honor Silvia by helping others, can donate to the Nashua Children’s Home at 125 Amherst Street, Nashua, NH 03064. For more information or to leave a message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE. (603) 882-0591.

   Marie F. Bouley, 83, of Nashua, widow of Raymond P. Bouley, passed away Saturday afternoon, November 14, 2020 at St. Joseph Hospital, after a period of declining health.       

   Mrs. Bouley was born in Claremont, New Hampshire on September 17, 1937, a daughter of the late Joseph and Yvonne Jeannotte. She grew up in Hudson and was educated in local schools.

   A longtime resident of Nashua, Marie had been employed with Sprague Electric Company, the Modern Restaurant, and worked as a cashier at the former Grand Union Champagne’s supermarket and later at Market Basket.

    She will be lovingly remembered as a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She was a communicant of Infant Jesus Parish for many years.

   Marie and her husband Ray, were married on December 29, 1956 and shared nearly 46 years together until his passing on August 18, 2002. She was also predeceased by a son, Joseph R. Bouley in August 2007; and a brother, Mario Jeannotte and a sister Josette (Jeannotte) Blier of NY

   Members of her family include her five children and their spouses, Raymond P. Jr. and Barbara Bouley of Hudson, Marc A. and Barbara Bouley of Nashua, George R. and Susan Bouley of Milford, Thomas R. Bouley of Vermont, and Sharon and John O’Connell of Plymouth, MA; eight grandchildren, Brian and Danielle Bouley, Joshua and Jeffrey Bouley, Caitlin and Andrew James O’Connell, and Jessica and Joseph Bouley, Jr; several great-grandchildren; a brother and sister-in-law, George and Doris Jeannotte of Saint Nicholas, Quebec, Canada; also many nieces, nephews and cousins.  

   Due to the current Pandemic, there are no calling hours and a celebration of her life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Southern New Hampshire Rescue Mission, 40 Chestnut Street, Nashua, NH 03060.     

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

Duen-Ping Tsay of Nashua passed away on Tuesday, November 10, 2020, at the age of 71. He died peacefully at Catholic Medical Center in Manchester with his family by his side.

Duen-Ping was born in Taipei, Taiwan on September 3, 1949 to Jeh-Sheng and Shu-Ming Tsay. He proudly served as an officer in the Taiwanese Armed Forces from 1971 to 1973. For his formal education, he pursued his interest in electrical engineering through a B.S. at National Taiwan University and M.S. at Northwestern University before completing his Ph.D. in Computer Science at Ohio State University. After graduation, Duen-Ping moved to Nashua and joined Wang Laboratories for 11 years before starting his own companies, Imagine LAN Inc. and Sampan Security Inc.

Duen-Ping is survived by his wife Kung-Tai Tsay; his children, Ming-Jen Tsay Horvath and her husband, Dr. Jon Edward Horvath, and Irwin Tsay and his wife, Christine Chow; his granddaughter Charlize Suzi Horvath; and his sisters, San San Liu and Sue Fan and her husband, Steve Fan. Throughout his life, Duen-Ping displayed tireless love and devotion to his family. In addition to his strong dedication to family, Duen-Ping was an avid photographer. His favorite subject being his wife.

Family members will be remembering Duen-Ping in a private ceremony at home. There are no public calling hours or services at this time. Arrangements are in the care of FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua. www.farwellfuneralservice.com

Albert P. “Al”  Ouellette, 95, of Nashua, NH. passed away peacefully after a short illness, on Sunday, November 8, 2020.

Al was born in Manchester, NH on 2/12/1925, son of the late Ernest and Alphonsine (Dufour) Ouellette.  He lived in Manchester until he moved to Nashua in 1963, living in South Nashua until moving to Nashua Crossing assisted living residence in 2019.  He was the loving husband of the late Therese (Boulanger) Ouellette, they were married for over 60 years.

Al attended Saint Anthony’s grammar and Central High school in Manchester.  After high school he went on to Optician training in Boston, MA.  He worked for Granite State Optical and Lemay Brothers Optical in Manchester for several years before joining Doctor Chagnon O.D. as an Optician in Nashua, NH.  He started his own Optician business in Nashua in 1964.  He was a member of the Young Business Men Association during his career.  He retired after 35 years along with his wife Therese who was a welcoming part of their downtown business.

Besides being a devoted husband, father and grandfather, Al had several passions in his life which included; sports, cards, listening to music, dancing and singing.

He watched with enthusiasm, the Red Sox, Patriots and Celtics, always hoping for the best results and staying up late to make sure he saw the end of the game.  Season playoffs were exciting, especially when they were played in Boston.  He would watch other teams but not with the same vigor.

Al  sang at several local churches including; St. Anthony’s, St. Jean Baptist, Immaculate Conception and others during masses or funerals.  He was part of the choir at Immaculate Conception Church for many years.  He was part of the Acapella Choir and sang in several bands in Manchester.  He was a 30 year member of the Silver Lining Chorus in Nashua and was a member of the Nashua Actor Singers.  As a member of these various choirs he sang at multiple Assisted Living Communities during the Christmas Holiday.

He was a counselor at the Manchester Boy’s Club, 25 year member and secretary of the Mount Royal Club in Manchester, member of the Nashua Lion’s Club and Nashua Senior Center.

Al was a competitive card player who played at several local tournaments and social events.  His preference was cribbage and he was always looking for someone to play a friendly hand with, especially when he moved into the Assisted Living Community.  He also enjoyed poker, bridge, rummy and whist.

Besides his late wife, Therese, he leaves his son Robert and wife Therese Ouellette of Manchester, NH., grandson Jeffrey and wife Arcadia Ouellette of Utah, granddaughter Michelle (Ouellette) Lapidus and her husband David of Oklahoma, late brother Leo Ouellette of Phoenix, AZ, step-brother Normand Ouellette of Tucson, AZ., beloved niece Sandy and her husband Jim Beagan who reside in North Carolina.

There will be a private mass for the immediate family, in lieu of flowers please send a donation in Al’s name to; Nashua Children’s Home at 86 Concord St, Nashua Soup Kitchen at 2 Quincy Street or Nashua Senior Center at 70 Temple St. – Nashua NH. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua. www.farwellfuneralservice.com

   Joseph E. Soucy, 57, of Litchfield and formerly of Nashua, passed away at his home, Friday, November 6, 2020 after a period of declining health.       

   Born in Nashua on March 31, 1963, he was a son of the late Robert J. and Beatrice L. (Desclos) Soucy. Joe was educated in local schools and graduated from Nashua High School Class of 1981.

   Joe had been employed in construction and trucking industry and had worked as a truck driver for Continental Paving Company for several years.

   In his leisure time, Joe enjoyed East Coast Car Racing.

   Members of his family include his sons, Travis J. Soucy and his wife Shauna of Manchester and Timothy M. Soucy of Litchfield; a grandson, Cole Soucy; a brother, David A. Soucy and his wife Diane of Nashua; two sisters, Sylvia Lennox and her husband Christopher of Henniker and Ann Marie Lafoe and her husband Richard of Derby, VT; his former wife, Heather (Reilly) Soucy of Litchfield; also many nieces, nephews and cousins.

   Family and friends are invited to his calling hours at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Wednesday, November 18^th from 3 to 5 p.m.  Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE.   www.farwellfuneralservice.com

   Charles Clarence Rowell, 82, a longtime resident of Hudson, Nashua and Merrimack and more recently of St. Johnsbury, Vermont, passed away Wednesday evening, November 4, 2020 at the St. Johnsbury Health & Rehab Center, after a period of declining health.       

   Born in Hudson on May 16, 1938, he was one of fifteen children of the late Clarence E. and Elsie M. (Gerow) Rowell. Charlie attended Hudson schools and served in the Army from November 1955 to August 1957.  

   A longtime truck driver, Charlie had been employed with McLaughlin Transportation Systems and later with Diggins & Rose Moving Systems. He also was a cab driver for a local taxi company until he retired in the late 1980s.

  Charlie enjoyed old country music, watching Westerns and wrestling; and loved to Yodel.  

   Members of his wife, Donna (Porter) Rowell of St. Johnsbury, VT; his seven children, Cindy Taylor of Hooksett, Paula Garneau of Nashua, Scott Rowell and his wife Shelley of Nashua, Chris Rowell of Lebanon, George Rowell of St. Johnsbury, VT, Danny Rowell of Florida and the late Sheila Mae Garneau, who passed away in December 2013; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and several brothers and sisters; nieces, nephews and cousins.

    A private graveside service and Army honors will be held for his family.  Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua.  www.farwellfuneralservice.com

   Carol D. Grondin, 82, of Nashua, passed away Wednesday morning, November 4, 2020 at the Community Hospice House in Merrimack, after a brief illness.       

   A longtime resident of Nashua, Mrs. Grondin was born in Chicago, Illinois on December 2, 1937, a daughter of the late Joseph and Sally (Zolubos) Karalunas.

   Carol grew up in Lawrence, Massachusetts and was a graduate of Lawrence High School. She was a homemaker and made her home in Salem, New Hampshire for many years before moving to Nashua.

   In her leisure time, Carol was an avid New England Patriots fan and enjoyed golfing and watching golf on television.

   She is survived by her sons and their wives, Steven P. Grondin and Lesley Russell of Boylston, MA and David R. and Pamela Grondin of Branford, CT, three grandchildren, Alyssa, Ben and Rylan Grondin and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sister, Joan Levitt. Carol was also predeceased by her good friend and companion Al Bulger.

    There are no calling hours. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, November 18^th at 11:00am at The Parish of the Resurrection Church located in Nashua, NH.     followed by a private service at the mausoleum of Mount Calvary Cemetery in Manchester. In lieu of flowers, 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 

   Kara Leigh Ngoon, 37, of Mountain View, California and formerly of Hudson, NH, passed away peacefully in the early morning of October 27^th after a short illness.       

   Kara was born in Nashua on May 15, 1983 and grew up in Hudson. As a child, she enjoyed playing in Brookfield Village, a fictitious town built by the imagination of her sister and neighborhood friends. She enjoyed the days catching tadpoles, frogs and crayfish at “The Crayfish Pond.” She loved winters in NH and enjoyed sledding with the same neighborhood friends, most of whom she remained friends with into adulthood. As Kara got older, she enjoyed playing softball and learning Karate at Independent Karate Schools in Hudson and Nashua, and eventually earned her black belt. Kara was a Girl Scout in Hudson with fond memories of the wacky trip through Pennsylvania, wilderness camping and cross-country skiing. Kara always had a great love for animals, worked at Pet Smart throughout high school where she became friends with a group of like-minded animal lovers, still known as the “The Kliq”.

    Kara graduated from Alvirne High School in 2001. After high school, Kara attended UNH and earned an Associate Degree in Business. After college, she worked for many years with her dad, at Chicken n Chips in downtown Nashua. In her late twenties, Kara moved cross country, staying with her Uncle Kalvin and Aunt Sandie Ngoon. She eventually settled in Mountain View, California, where she met and entered into a loving relationship with Nathan Edwards. While living in California, Kara enjoyed spending time with her family who resided there. She particularly loved holiday celebrations, especially Thanksgiving, at her Aunt and Uncle’s house where she would also be joined by her many cousins. Kara also developed a passion for playing pool and enjoyed karaoke with Nathan.

    Kara loved her family. She was always a particularly cheerful tour guide when she had visitors from the east coast. When she traveled back east, Kara loved introducing Nathan to all things New England, such as Old Sturbridge Village, the city of Salem, and Downtown Boston, where naturally they visited Cheers.

    Kara had a very kind and gentle soul and would do anything to help a friend in need. She will be remembered and sorely missed by many. She is survived by her boyfriend, Nathan Edwards; her parents, Kenneth and Maryann Ngoon; her grandmother, Man Ling Ngoon; her sister and brother-in-law, Amy and Daniel Marrone; and her two nephews, Giacomo and Giorgio Marrone. Many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends will also miss her and remember her with love.

   Due to the current pandemic, services will be private. A celebration of her life will be held at a later date.     

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

Jean Victoria (Longenecker) Winter died peacefully on Monday, October 26, 2020 at Southern New Hampshire Medical Center after a long illness.

She was born August 10, 1949 in Lynn, MA to Florence Sylvia (Nord) and Daniel Martin Longenecker.  Jean grew up in Lynn and Reading, MA where she attended public schools and graduated from Reading Memorial High School in 1967. She later continued her education at Franklin Pierce University. From 1977 until her retirement she worked for Anthem Blue Cross.

Jean was a member of The First Baptist Church of Nashua where she sang each Sunday in the choir and for their annual Martin Luther King Day celebration. Music was part of her life and her faith.

She lived many years in Hudson and Nashua NH and enjoyed travel to Alaska, Virginia, Vermont and California with family and friends. Over the years she shared her home with a succession of rescue cats, one of whom she left behind. Jean enjoyed reading books, watching movies and doing crossword puzzles.

She is survived by her sons, Kevin A. Winter (Kym) of Hudson, Brian R. Winter (Jill Ryan-Fortier) of Nashua, brother George E. Longenecker (Cynthia Martin) of Middlesex VT, grandson Gage P. Winter, granddaughters Kellie Ryan and Hailei Ryan, former husband Robert T. Winter as well as several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents and brother Keith D. Longenecker.

Due to covid, an online service will take place on Saturday October 31 hosted by The First Baptist Church of Nashua with Reverend Maggie Lewis presiding. Contact the church or family for information. Interment will take place with family following the service. Jean will be laid to rest with her parents and brother at Forest Glen Cemetery, Reading MA. The FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, assisted the family with arrangements. www.farwellfuneralservice.com

Memorial donations may be made to The First Baptist Church of Nashua https://fbcnashua.org/ or The National Multiple Sclerosis Society https://www.nationalmssociety.org/ 

   Ida Theresa Robbins, 93, of Nashua, widow of Carl E. Robbins, Jr., passed away peacefully Monday evening, October 26, 2020 at Greenbriar HealthCare.      

   Mrs. Robbins was born in Manchester, New Hampshire on March 26, 1927, a daughter of the late Manuel and Maria Torres. She was educated in the Manchester School System.

   A resident of Nashua since 1971, Ida had been employed with the former J.F. McElwain Shoe Company and Delta Education.  

   Ida was predeceased by her husband Carl, who passed away December 8, 1993; her stepson, Francis W. “Sonny” Kenney; two brothers, Manuel and Joseph Torres; and a sister, Elsie Torres, all of Manchester. She is survived by longtime friends, Rachel M. Theriault and the Martin Family all of Hudson.

    There are no calling hours and private interment will take place in Woodlawn Cemetery in Nashua.      

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

Wendy Elizabeth (Weisse) Burbine, RN, 55 of Manchester, NH, formerly of North Reading, MA, passed away peacefully Saturday evening October 24, 2020 at the Community Hospice House in Merrimack after a long and valiant battle against breast cancer.

Wendy was born January 18, 1965; daughter of the late Annette M. (Centorino) and Harold L. Weisse Jr.  At NRHS, Wendy was an accomplished two sport athlete, French horn player, award winning drum major, and talented singer and actress in the Masquers club.  After graduating in 1983, Wendy went on to earn her Associates in Nursing from Middlesex CC, ultimately achieving her BS in Nursing from UNH in 1998.

Wendy enjoyed a successful 30 year career as a Registered Nurse at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Elliott Hospital in Manchester, and Parkland Medical Center in Derry.  At Parkland she was a highly regarded labor and delivery nurse, and began working on her Nurse Practitioner degree before falling ill.

Wendy’s greatest joy in life was her role as mother to her three children, with whom she enjoyed hiking, mountain climbing, bowling and attending King Richard’s Faire in Carver MA every year.

She is survived by her devoted partner, Darren Starr and three children: Michael, Harry, and Victoria Burbine; her sister Susan Powers-Fitzpatrick (Sean); her brother Steven Weisse (Carol) and nieces, a nephew, and cousins.

There will be no calling hours, and a private graveside service will be held for her family.  A virtual service will be held online at a later date.

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

Amanda Elin Gaukstern, 38, of Lowell, MA, passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2020.

She was born March 29, 1982 in Nashua, NH to Pamela Read Lear of Plano, TX and Joe Gaukstern of Amherst, NH.

Amanda was educated in the Nashua Catholic school system, graduating from Bishop Guertin in 2000.  She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts from Colby Sawyer College in 2004 and applied her creativity and imagination in the graphic design industry, ultimately owning a website design business.

Besides her parents, she leaves behind her son, Henrik J. Kenny of South Hamilton, MA, her sister, Emily Gaukstern of Auburndale, MA, her Nana, Ruth (Guertin) Gaukstern of Nashua, NH and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

She was predeceased by both her Papas, Donald Read and Ferd Gaukstern.

A private celebration of life will be held at a later date. Donations in her name can be made to the Lowell Humane Society directly on their website.

The FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, assisted the family with arrangements. www.farwellfuneralservice.com

   Daniel P. Brault, 70, a lifelong Nashua resident, passed away peacefully at home with his wife by his side early Wednesday morning, October 14, 2020 after a period of declining health.       

   Born in Nashua on September 17, 1950, he was a son of the late Irene B. (Ravenelle) and Hector H. “Tiny” Brault. Dan grew up in the Crown Hill neighborhood of this city and attended Infant Jesus Parochial School and graduated from Nashua High School Class of 1968.  

   Dan had been employed with the Nashua School District for 23 years as a custodian at the Bicentennial School, where he was very well liked by the faculty and students.

    An avid sports fan of the New England teams, Dan also loved playing on the Nashua Men’s Slow Pitch Softball Team for a number of years.

    One of seven children, Dan was predeceased by his infant brother David Brault; sister, Anne Marie Willey; brother, Leonard G. Brault; and brother-in-law, Karl Erickson.  

    Members of his family include his wife, Susan J. (Archambault) Brault, whom he married on June 17, 2001 and shared over 40 years together; three sons, Jonah Brault, Shane Goodwin and his wife Lori, and Shawn Goodwin and his wife Karianne; five grandchildren, Amanda Dunn, Alex, Jocelin, Camden and Hayden Goodwin; a brother, Peter M. Brault and his wife Patty; two sisters, Susan G. Brault and Celeste A. Erickson; his mother-in-law, Pearl Elliott of Florida; father-in-law, Leo Archambault and his wife Donna of Ontario, Canada; brother-in-law, Alfred Willey; five sisters-in-law and their spouses, Linda Brailey of Nashua, Donna and Virgil Wilhoit of Florida, Michele and Scott Oates of North Carolina, Sandra Hildenbrandt of Ontario, Canada and Gail and Mike McKenzie of Alabama; also many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

     The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to the staffs of the Oncology Department at St. Joseph Hospital, the Nashua Radiation Center and Home Health & Hospice Care for all their care, comfort and support. In lieu of flowers the family has requested donations be made to Home, Health & Hospice Care, 7 Executive Park Drive, Merrimack, NH 03054 or St. Joseph Hospital, Oncology, 172 Kinsley Street, Nashua, NH 03060. Due to COVID-19 concerns, a celebration of life will be scheduled when conditions are safe.   Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua.  www.farwellfuneralservice.com