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   Marie (Wills) McManus, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother of Hollis and Milford, died peacefully on Thursday, August 6, 2020 at her home in Milford, NH.      

   Marie was born in Brockton, Massachusetts on September 9, 1937 to George and Doris Wills. She was the beloved sister of the late Jackie Leslie and the late Marjorie Wyatt.  

   Marie was educated in Brockton and earned her RN from Quincy Hospital School of Nursing. She was employed as a Registered Nurse for over 50 years until her retirement from her position as Clinical Director at Genesis Healthcare in 2008.  

   Marie was an incredibly charitable woman, who avidly volunteered at Southern New Hampshire Medical Center and the Nashua Soup Kitchen for many years. She had a soft spot for children and animals who seemed to always take an extraordinary liking to her presence.

    She was the beloved wife of the late Daniel McManus of Hollis until his passing in 2002. Marie and Daniel shared their amazing life together in Hollis where they raised their four daughters. She was an incredibly kind, caring and loving soul who was always willing to go the extra mile for anyone in need. Marie enjoyed trips to Foxwoods, knitting, sewing and painting but was happiest when she was with her family and cherished every event, every holiday and every day she got to spend with any one of them.

    Marie is predeceased by her husband Daniel and son-in-law Timothy Bosquet. Marie leaves behind her daughters and sons-in-law, Terrie-anne McInnis and Jim Pfannenstiel of Milford, NH, Karen and Bruce Armbruster of Beverly, MA, Cheryl Bosquet of Wilton, NH and Lisa Goclowski and Michael Turner of Hollis, NH. She also leaves behind her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Cara (McInnis), Chris, Aubrey and Ella Sherrick of Swanzey, NH, Daniel McInnis of Nashua, NH, Alexandra and Samantha Bosquet of Wilton, NH, Max, Tessa and Samuel Armbruster of Beverly, MA and Amanda Goclowski of Hollis, NH. She also leaves behind several nieces, nephews and friends and an enormous void that will never be filled.

     A graveside ceremony to celebrate her life will be held at East Cemetery, Wheeler Road, Hollis on Saturday, August 15, 2020 at 11:00 AM where she will be laid to rest next to her loving husband. Family and friends are invited to attend. Please respect social distancing. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Compassus Hospice, 170 S. River Road, Unit 2, Bedford, NH 03110.       

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

    Paul F. Dacey, 89, a longtime Nashua resident, passed away Tuesday morning, August 4, 2020 at the Hackett Hill Center in Manchester, after a period of declining health.       

    Born in South Boston, Massachusetts on January 2, 1931, he was a son of the late John and Alice (Maguire) Dacey. Paul grew up in Arlington, MA and graduated from Arlington High School Class of 1949 and played on the “Spy Ponders” baseball team. After working for the Boston & Maine Railroad, he continued his education at Boston University, graduating with a Bachelor’s degree in education.

    Paul was a longtime educator with the Chelmsford (MA) School District, where he taught at the McCarthy Middle School for several years.

    In his leisure time, Paul enjoyed playing baseball with his family and friends; was a Red Sox and Patriots fan; and animal lover.

    Paul married M. Theresa Hayes of Somerville, MA on November 21, 1959. The couple moved to Nashua in 1966 and shared 55 wonderful years together until her passing on March 11, 2015.

    Members of his family include his three children, Michael Dacey, Linda Dacey and James Dacey all of Nashua; brother-in-law, John Palmer; two sisters-in-law, Muriel Dacey and Joan Hayes; also several nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his wife and parents, Paul was predeceased by his brothers, John and Eugene Dacey; and his sister, Bernadette Preston.

    The family will receive relatives and friends at St. Patrick Church, 29 Spring Street, Nashua, Friday, August 7th beginning at 8:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. Interment will follow at St. Patrick Cemetery in Hudson. Donations may be made in his memory to the Humane Society for Greater Nashua, 24 Ferry Road, Nashua, NH 03064.       

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

   Ruth Alice Haselton, 89, of Nashua, widow of Thomas P. Haselton, passed away at her home at The Huntington at Nashua, Tuesday evening, July 28, 2020 after a period of declining health.      

   Mrs. Haselton was born in Lynn, Massachusetts on November 11, 1930, a daughter of the late Elmer and Margaret (McManus) Forest. Ruth was a graduate of Lynn English High School Class of 1948 and worked at General Electric in Lynn where she met her future husband.

   Ruth and Tom were married on November 24, 1956 and made their home in Lynn, MA for many years before moving to Nashua in 2005. The couple shared 49 years together until his passing on March 24, 2006.

    Members of her family include her five children and their spouses, Mary Haselton and Peter Guth, Anne and Robert Kuklinski, Jane and Peter King, William and Sheryl Haselton and David and Kris Haselton; and thirteen grandchildren. In addition to her husband and parents, Ruth was predeceased by her brother, Robert Forest; and her sister, Hilda Forest.

    There are no calling hours and a private graveside service will be held for her family. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua.  www.farwellfuneralservice.com 

George “Gig” Marineau, 87, of Nashua, NH, passed away suddenly on Monday, July 27, 2020.  Born in Manchester November 4, 1932, he was the son of the late Donah & Emma Marineau.  He served in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean War from 1953 – 1956.  He was a graduate of Fitchburg State College and became an elementary school teacher for many years.  After leaving teaching, he worked for the Nashua Gas Company until he retired.  George and his wife Carolyn (Sullivan) were married on April 15, 1961, sharing the past 59 years together.

Gig loved sports, excelled in tennis and was an avid hockey player and played for UNH, the Nashua Royals and several other hockey teams.  He started and brought the hockey program to Nashua High School in 1964 and served as head coach until 1981.  He was a member of the Nashua Exchange for several years, serving in several different positions including President, and was also a member of the Nashua VFW Post 483.  Gig loved spending his summers with his family and friends at York Beach for over 40 years.

In addition to his wife Carolyn, he is survived by his daughters, Maureen (Marineau) Crozier and Marcia (Marineau) Alleyne, son-in-Law, Edgar Alleyne, grandson Alexander Alleyne, sisters Florence Roy, Anne Marineau, Barbara Houde, brother Gerald Marineau, brother-n-law John F. Sullivan Jr. and family, and special family friend Raelene Liljeberg, and numerous nieces and nephews.  He is predeceased by his brothers Paul Marineau, Donald Marineau, Raymond Marineau, James Marineau, Charles Marineau, his sister Clair Houde, his son-n-law Brenton Crozier, brother-in-law Richard Sullivan and best friend John Liljeberg.

There are no calling hours.  Family and friends are invited to attend his service at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, August 4, 2020 at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery, 110 Daniel Webster Highway, Boscawen, NH. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Honor Flight of New England, P. O. Box 16287, Hooksett, NH 03106.

Arrangements are in the care of Farwell Funeral Service, Inc., Nashua.  www.farwellfuneral.com

Leo William Lambert, 70, of Nashua, NH, passed away Monday afternoon, July 27, 2020 with the comfort of family by his side after a long illness.       

   A lifelong resident of this city, Leo was born on March 18, 1950, a son of the late William Lambert and Alice Marie (Dionne) Bernard. Educated in local schools, Leo was a graduate of Nashua High School Class of 1968 and played on the Purple Panthers football team. After high school, Leo enlisted in the Navy and served aboard the USS Duluth during the Vietnam War.

    Leo had been employed with Bellavance Beverage Company as manager of the fleet for 28 years until his retirement.

    In his leisure time, Leo enjoyed Four Wheeling, White Water Rafting and Canoeing with friends up north. He also loved being outdoors, hunting, fishing as well as working in his yard and garden.

    Members of his family included his beloved wife, Carol (Forrence) Lambert; his son, Walter Lambert and partner Bruce of Nashua, NH; his sister, Clara and husband Sonny Doss of Amherst, NH; his brother, Robert and his wife Lori (Whitten) Lambert of Hudson, NH; also many nieces, nephews and numerous friends.

    Leo’s wishes were not to have any services, but for us to remember him during a celebration of life ceremony that will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, if anyone knew Leo, he would appreciate you taking the time on a Friday night to crack open a cold one and have one for him and enjoy the memories you shared.     

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

ANNA C. “NANCY” CASEY

9/17/29 – 7/26/20

Devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Nancy raised her family in several areas of the country as she followed her husband Larry’s career. In retirement, Nancy and Larry settled in Brackney, PA near Binghamton, NY where she reconnected with life-long friends and family, enjoyed life, and became an active parishioner and volunteer of the St. Augustine Roman Catholic Church. After Larry’s death, Nancy rejoined her children in New Hampshire and in her final years was an active and beloved member of the Laurel Place Assisted Living community in Hudson, NH.

Wherever she went, Nancy made friends easily. Her friendly ear, quick wit and fine sense of humor helped her connect with people, but it was her compassion, understanding and concern for others that drew people to her and led to her many cherished and long- lasting relationships.

Born in Scranton, PA, raised in Binghamton NY, formerly of Pittsburgh, PA, Kansans City, KA, Tewksbury, MA, Pelham and Hudson, NH

Daughter of the late Joseph P. McDonough and Clare Connolly McDonough

Preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Lawrence J. (Larry) Casey, Sister Joan McDonough and brother Joseph McDonough.

Survived by family:  Larry (son) and his wife Ellen Casey of Londonderry, NH, Michael (grandson) and his wife Leslie Casey of Watertown, MA, Dillon Casey (great grandson), Matthew Casey (grandson) Somerville, MA, Allison Casey (granddaughter) and her partner Gallant Lok of Hong Kong, SAR, John (son) and his wife Michele Casey, Lake Ariel, PA, Tim (grandson) and his wife Jen Casey of Hudson, NH, Michael St. Onge (great grandson) and his fiancé Kim Bower of Hudson, NH, Sophia St. Onge (great, great granddaughter), Brynn Casey (great granddaughter) Hudson, NH, Logan Casey (great grandson) Hudson, NH, Patrick Casey (son) of Londonderry, NH, Kati Casey (granddaughter) of Salisbury, MA, Mary (daughter) and her husband John Constantine of Hudson, NH, Kyle Doherty (grandson) Nashua, NH, Paul Casey (son) Lowell, MA and several nieces and nephews.

Due to COVID-19, Funeral Services will be held privately and a Memorial Service will be scheduled at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to: St. Augustine Church, Silver Lake, PA, Care of The Roman Catholic Community of St. Brigid Parish. Phone: (570) 553-2288. Email: sfxc@epix.net PO Box 75, 17 Cottage Street, Friendsville, PA 18818. Local arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, NH. www.farwellfuneralservice.com

   Simone R. Belair, 83, of Nashua, wife of Arthur G. Belair, passed away at her home, Saturday morning, July 25, 2020, surrounded by her loving family, after a period of declining health.      

   A Nashua native, Mrs. Belair was born on July 22, 1937, a daughter of the late Astride and Odile Celine (Rivard) Petrain. Simone was educated in Nashua schools and had been employed with Sportwelt Shoes, Sanders Associates and Kollsman Instruments until she retired.

   In her leisure time, Simone enjoyed knitting, reading, solving puzzles and playing bingo. She especially loved get together’s with her family. Simone was a former member of the Columbiettes of the Knights of Columbus and was active with the Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary.

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

    Members of her family include her husband Arthur, whom she married on August 8, 1959 and shared 61 wonderful years together; her four children and their spouses, Rolande and Wayne Auger, Normand and Lisa Belair, Lucille and Jeff Kowalik, and Roger and Jane Belair; seven grandchildren, Matthew Adams, Kaitlyn McMeniman, Erika Belair, Jacob Worrell, Corey Belair, Kyrie and Chelsea Kowalik; four great-grandchildren, Jeremy Adams, Leo and Roman Worrell, and Sean Patrick McMeniman, III; two sisters, Estelle Boucher and Yvonne Lamy, three brothers, Ovila Petrain, Richard Petrain and Gerard Petrain;

also many nieces, nephews and cousins. Besides her parents, Simone was predeceased by four brothers, Roger, Donald, Albert and Sylvio Petrain; and four sisters, Clarice Landry, Pauline Lefavor, Constance Michaud Sykes and Dorothy Parent.

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

   There are no calling hours. A graveside service will take place in St. Louis Cemetery, 752 West Hollis Street, Nashua, Friday, July 31^st at 10 a.m. Family and friends are invited to attend. Donations may be made in her memory to Home Health & Hospice, 7 Executive Park Drive, Merrimack, NH 03054.      

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

    Warren Henry Merrifield, 78, lifelong resident of Nashua, NH, passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2020 at Massachusetts General Hospital, after a period of declining health. Warren was born in Nashua on December 17, 1941, a son of the late Amos P. and Kathryn (Nickerson) Merrifield. He was also predeceased by three brothers, Richard, Curtis and Gregory; and stepson, Robert Dionne Jr.     

    Educated in Nashua schools, Warren was a veteran of the US Navy, serving on the USS Wallace Lind (DD 703) during the early 1960’s Cuban Missile Crisis. He was a business owner of A & J Electrical Supply in Nashua for several years, and worked exclusively in the electrical supply industry throughout his career. He was a lifelong fan of Boston sports teams especially the New England Patriots, and he could be heard advising the team through the television. He greatly enjoyed his occasional visits to Foxwoods, buying scratch tickets, chats at the barbershop and cooking. His parents being from the Lake Sunapee area, he loved spending time at the lake. Warren did have a great adventure in June of 2011 when he visited the state of Alaska with his wife Cynthia. Lovingly remembered by everyone for his grumpy, curmudgeonly disposition he would absolutely light up every time he was in the presence of his grandchildren or great-grandchildren.

     Warren is survived by his loving wife of forty years, Cynthia (Gott) Merrifield; a son from an earlier marriage, Kenneth Merrifield and longtime companion Stacey Marsland of Franklin; a daughter, Angela Carbone and her husband John of Nashua; stepdaughter, Tracy Couture and her husband Gerald of Hudson; and stepson, Anthony Dionne of Bedford, NH. Warren also adored his eleven grandchildren, Kathryn (Merrifield) Armstrong and her husband Michael, of Raymond; Carolyn (Merrifield) Parry and her husband Ricky of Gilmanton; Mason Shelsky, Derek Shelsky, Jacob Carbone and Cameron Carbone of Nashua, Beau Couture of Hudson, Crystal Montero-Cespedes of Nashua, Megan Dionne of Boston, Dylan Dionne and Nikki Dionne of Nashua; five great-grandchildren; a nephew, Michael Merrifield of Nashua; a great-nephew Richard Merrifield of Hudson; many other nephews, nieces, and sister-in-law, Jane Inman Charron and Dale Charland.

     In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the Humane Society of Greater Nashua, 24 Ferry Road, Nashua, NH 03064. Private services will be held due to the Coronavirus pandemic.

    Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua. To leave an online condolence or story, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com 

   Diana Juris of Nashua, NH, passed away July 20, 2020 at the age of 72, after a period of declining health. Born in Nashua, NH July 3, 1948, she is a daughter of the late George and Alpy (Michael) Juris.

   A graduate of Nashua High School class of 1966, Diana went on to attend and graduate from the Cambridge School of Business. Diana was President and owner of Nashua Motor Express Trucking Inc. of Nashua. The company was started by her grandparents in 1922. She and her sister Nancy and brother-in-law, Joseph Pappo took over after the passing of their mother Alpy in 2002.      

    Diana was an active member of St. Philip Greek Orthodox Church. The church was named in honor of her late grandfather Philip Michael. Diana was a member of the board of directors of Bank of New Hampshire, Daniel Webster College and the Teamsters Local 633 Benefit Trust board. She was also a member of the St. Philip Ladies Agape. Diana cherished her time with family and friends. She was an avid reader and enjoyed cooking, gardening, all animals big and small, watching the Red Sox and Patriots and a full day of shopping only stopping for lunch.

    Diana was predeceased by her nephew Philip Juris Pappo. Diana is survived by her partner, Albert Cheney; her sister, Nancy Pappo and her husband Joseph; two beloved nephews, Joseph and his wife Emma Pappo and Michael and his wife Corie Mae Pappo; five grandnephews, Jack, Connor, Dylan, Luc and Will who lovingly referred to her as “Dinana”. Also several cousins and her beloved dog, Harley.

    Diana was grateful for the love and care from her caretakers Fran and The Home Helpers of Londonderry, Melissa, Ida and Joyce.

    A private burial will be held at the convenience of the family. Those who wish to make a memorial contribution in Diana’s name may do so to the St. Philip’s Greek Orthodox Church, 500 West Hollis Street, Nashua, NH 03062.  Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua.  www.farwellfuneralservice.com

    Walter P. Losik, 88, of Nashua, passed away early Saturday morning, July 18, 2020 at Fairview Nursing Home in Hudson, after a period of declining health.      

    A lifelong resident of this city, he was born on November 9, 1931, the second son of Josephine (Krupa) and Walter Losik. Walter attended local schools and graduated from Nashua High School Class of 1949. An Air Force veteran, Mr. Losik served his country during the Korean War from 1949 to 1953, attaining the rank of Sergeant.

    He was employed at the former Doehla Greeting Card Company and then worked at Digital Equipment Corporation, retiring in 1992.

    By his own admission, Walter’s greatest loves were sports and flying. As a young man, he played baseball, football, softball, volleyball and tennis. He was a member of the Green Meadow Golf and Country Club and golfed there for many years. Walter held a commercial pilot’s license and was a member of the Nashua Skydivers, participating as a pilot and a jumper. He spent many hours in the air for the joy it brought him. He also loved to travel, the highlight being his trip around the world with Globus Tours.

    Besides his parents, Walter was predeceased by his brother, Chester J. Losik, who passed away in 2016.

    He is survived by his sister-in-law, Dorothy Losik of Nashua; his cousin, Bobbi (McCuskie) Decker of California; and several other cousins.

     Walter will be sadly missed by all of his friends at the Nashua Airport and Green Meadow Golf Club, as well as members of the Duval family, with whom he shared a very special friendship.

     The Duval’s would like to express their gratitude to the outstanding staff at Fairview Rehabilitation for the kind and compassionate care extended to Walter during his stay.

     A period of visitation will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Thursday, July 23^rd from 10 to 11 a.m. followed by a Graveside Service and Air Force Honors at St. Stanislaus Cemetery, Pine Hill Road, Nashua at 11:30 a.m. Those planning to attend, are asked to wear facial coverings and practice social distancing. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE.   www.farwellfuneralservice.com

   CHANGE OF SERVICES: Due to the COVID-19 restrictions, a private funeral will be held for her family. A Celebration of Her Life will be held at a later date.

    Sandra L. Labonte, 70, of Nashua, NH, passed away on July 18, 2020, surrounded by her family. Born in Nashua on November 14, 1949, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Barbara (Anderson) Maffee.      

   Sandy was a graduate of Nashua Senior High School and Nashua Business College. Her career began in the banking industry, and she held several bookkeeping positions, including the family business at Maffee’s Garage. Sandy and her husband Gerard were married on October 23^rd, 1976, sharing forty- three years together.

   Sandy’s life was devoted to the care and happiness of her family, and for everyone else who came into her life. She was an extraordinary person and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Anyone who had the opportunity to meet Sandy will never forget her infectious laughter or her indomitable spirit. Her selflessness and passion for her family were undeniable, always being the first to help with no expectations in return. Sandy exuded warmth, wit, and humor in every conversation, leaving a memorable impression on all those who loved her. Sandy treasured the company of people and was always the happiest when everyone was together. She was the most generous hostess and her culinary skills will remain legendary, especially her famous “blue ribbon” pies.

    In addition to her husband Gerard, Sandy is survived by her three sons, Andrew, Peter and John; and a granddaughter, Elise Labonte. Sandy was predeceased by her brother and sister-in-law, Donald and Margaret Maffee; and sister-in-law, Claudette (Labonte) Mahar. She leaves behind her siblings: Dorothy and Ronald Gauthier, Thomas Maffee, Robert Maffee, Carol Maffee, Carla and Robert Pelletier, Barbara and Thomas Burnham, Leslie Maffee, Steven Maffee, Paula and Michael Alton, and Sharon and Thomas Dion. She is also survived by her brother-in-law, Robert Labonte and his wife Shirley; and several nieces and nephews.

    There are no calling hours and a private funeral will be held for her family. A Celebration of Her Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Shriners Children’s Hospital, 516 Carew Street, Springfield, MA 01104.  Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua.  www.farwellfuneralservice.com

   Carol M. Troxell, 87, formerly of Nashua and Hudson, widow of Dale E. Troxell, passed away Saturday evening, July 18, 2020 after a period of declining health.   

   Mrs. Troxell was born in Peterborough, NH on February 8, 1933, a daughter of the late Walter D. and Catherine (Hunt) Doyle. During her early years, Carol resided in Fitchburg, MA before moving to Nashua in the mid 1940s. A graduate of Nashua High School Class of 1952, she worked for the former New England Telephone Company as an operator prior to marrying Dale on April 4, 1959.

    After raising her four children, Carol worked for Susse Chalet in reservations and later worked for Sears Roebuck & Company in the catalog department at both the downtown Nashua store and later at the Pheasant Lane Mall.

    Carol was a very caring and loving person and devout Catholic. She was a communicant of Immaculate Conception Parish in Nashua for many years, where she was an active volunteer, sang in the choir and served as a Eucharistic Minister. After moving to Hudson in 1998, Carol was a communicant of St. John The Evangelist Church and was a volunteer of the mercy meals. In the 1970s, she was a former Girl Scout leader.

     In her leisure time, Carol loved dancing, music and attending band concerts at Greeley Park in Nashua and the Lowell Jazz Festival. She was also active at the Nashua Senior Center’s Exercise and Swimming programs.

    Carol was predeceased by her husband Dale, who passed away October 15, 2011; and three siblings, S. Peter Doyle, Mary T. Couture and Kathleen Hebert.

     Members of her family include her children, Elaine Milonas and her husband Chris, Paul Troxell, Laura Tebo, and Marie Carter and her husband Charles; six grandchildren, Chelsea Tebo and her companion Donovan Shea,  Ali Tebo and her companion Dante Palumbo, Charissa Ortega and her husband Jose, and Chantel French and her husband Dennis. Sarah and Steven Milonas; three great-grandchildren, Jakob, Camila, and Jordan Ortega; a sister, Paula Furnee; and many nieces and nephews.

     There are no calling hours. A private Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. John XXIII Parish in Hudson. Encryptment will take place in the Mausoleum of Woodlawn Cemetery in Nashua. In lieu of flowers, suggested donations are Home Health & Hospice, 7 Executive Park Drive, Merrimack, NH 03054 or the Alzheimer’s Association, 166 South River Road, #210, Bedford, NH 03110.

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

   Eleanor May Jourdain, 81, of Hudson, NH, passed away peacefully on Wednesday morning, July 8th, 2020 at Greenbriar Healthcare after a period of declining health.

   Born in Concord, MA on May 20, 1939, Eleanor was the daughter of James Carpenter and Margaret (Rochon) Carpenter Goddard. Eleanor graduated from Chemeketa College in Salem, OR as a Registered Nurse and was a resident of the West Coast for many years. After beginning her career as a Registered Psychiatric Nurse at Salem State Hospital, she went on to become the Head Nurse at Narconon of Northern California in Watsonville, CA. Following her retirement, Eleanor made her home in Florida until ultimately moving to Hudson, NH to live with her son Jerry and his family.

   “Nana”, as she was affectionately called by family and friends, enjoyed collecting coins and stamps, solving jigsaw puzzles, playing board games, and gambling. She had a great sense of humor and loved to be around family and friends. She also shared a special bond with her beloved dog, Jake.

   In addition to her parents, Eleanor was also predeceased by her brother, James Carpenter and her half-sister, Grace Goddard. She is survived by three children and their spouses, Gerald and Betty Ann (York) Jourdain of Hudson, NH, Ray and Gladys (Diaz) Jourdain of Coral Gables, FL, and Deborah (Jourdain) and Jimmy Gasper of Merrimack, NH; three grandchildren, Travis Jourdain of Miami, FL, Catherine (Jourdain) Chan and her husband Andrew of Epping, NH, and Joseph Jourdain of Exeter, NH; a sister, Judith (Carpenter) Goldsmith of Las Vegas, NV; three half-brothers, Frank Carpenter of Crestline, CA, Carl Goddard of Yuma, AZ, and George Goddard of Salem, OR; a half-sister, Lillian (Goddard) Donnelly of Salem, OR; cherished nieces, Tamara Sabicer of Alta Loma, CA and Barbara Ann (Goddard) Zimmerman of Tyngsborough, MA; several other nieces and nephews; and Lois Jourdain of Weare, NH.

   A Graveside Service will take place at St. Patrick Cemetery, 71 Derry Road in Hudson, NH, Thursday morning, July 30th at 10:00AM. Social distancing and other safety measures will be observed.  Donations may be made in her memory to the Humane Society for Greater Nashua, 24 Ferry Road, Nashua, NH 03064. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua.  www.farwellfuneralservice.com

Sheila D. Scott, age 82, formerly of West Reading, PA and of Hudson, NH, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2020. Her faith has now become sight and she is home in heaven. She will be deeply missed and never forgotten.

Born in Reading, she was one of eight children of the late Franklin E., Sr. and Ethel M. (Sharpe) Geiger.  Later, she married Ronald F. Scott, Sr.  The couple shared fifty years of marriage before his death in August of 2006.  In 2012, Hudson, NH became her home.

Sheila loved life and did not let visual impairment hinder her in any way.  She was a candy packer for R. M. Palmer Candy Co., West Reading for 30 years until her retirement in 2000.  She loved the Lord, sharing her faith, and was an active member of St. James Church and her home community of West Reading.  She participated in activities, at the Blind Association of Berks County and Lowell Association for the Blind, Lowell, MA.
She was a fantastic mom and loved her role as Nana. Sheila had a lively personality, always dancing and making everyone around her laugh. She enjoyed friends everywhere including the West Reading pool, on WEEU(Radio) Feedback and visiting on the phone.  Proud to be an American, Sheila flew the flag daily at her home and enjoyed patriotic holidays and music.

She is survived by her three children: Ronald Scott Jr. (Tamara), York; Bryan Scott (Vincenza), Whitfield; and Dawn Tarbotton, (Jay), Hudson, NH. She is survived by four siblings: Ronald Geiger; Lucille Dettrich; Joanne Jennings, and Nancy Benoit; nine grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

Sheila was predeceased by three siblings: Frank, Rich and Gayle.

A service will be held Monday, July 13 at 12 Noon at Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home, Inc., West Reading with burial to follow at Mohn’s Hill Cemetery. Friends may call one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Contributions may be made to Lowell Association for the Blind, 169 Merrimack Street, Lowell, MA. Condolences may be expressed at www.kuhnfuneralhomes.com.

The loving care and support offered by the staff at Fairview Healthcare in Hudson was a huge blessing to Sheila and her family.  Sheila’s family is very grateful to all who touched their lives.

Local arrangements were in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua.

Betty A. Batey (Chizmar), 94 of Nashua passed away peacefully June 27, 2020 at the Elms Nursing Center in Milford, NH after a short period of declining health.

Mrs. Batey was born in Madison, Maine on September 19, 1925. She was one of seven children to John & Anne Chizmar, who emigrated from Eastern Europe early in the 20th century entering the US thru Ellis Island.  She married Norman H. Batey of Dexter Maine on November 27, 1947 in Pittsfield, Me. They were married for 53 years before Mr. Batey’s death in 2000.

Mrs. Batey started her work life young and at 16 worked part time at Frisbee Pie Factory. During WW2, she worked at Fay Scott Landis in Dexter making grenade launchers for the war effort. Mrs. Batey was proud of her earned title as a “Rosie the Riveter”.  She later attended secretarial school to learn typing and shorthand. Mr. Batey returned to his old place of work at Fay Scott Landis Machine Shop after serving in France and Germany during WW2 meeting Mrs. Batey at Fay Scott where she now worked as a secretary.

The couple had 3 sons. The Batey family moved from Dexter to Nashua in 1967. In Nashua Mrs.Batey became involved in helping her boys adjust to a much larger city after moving from rural Maine. That included new schools, assisting with a newspaper route that all 3 boys eventually worked, as well as balancing her boys home work assignments and sports with their part time jobs at The Modern Restaurant in Nashua. For a while she worked at Deering Ice Cream in Nashua as a waitress and eventually operated a Fashion 220 then Lady Finelle home cosmetic business. Mrs. Batey was a neighborhood volunteer for the American Cancer Society for many years. She was very proud of the fact her three sons all attained college degrees along with her six grandchildren.

Mrs. Batey enjoyed swimming in her outdoor pool and did so into her 80s.  She enjoyed walking, home gardening, dancing, playing ping pong, bowling, and watching the activity around her. She was an excellent seamstress like her mother from “the old country” and loved fashion. Later in life, Mrs Batey overcame her fear of flying and went on many enjoyable trips with her late husband Norman. After his death she continued to fly visiting family in Colorado and Florida. She took a cruise to Bermuda and travelled  to Las Vegas where she discovered she enjoyed playing the slots.

Besides her husband, Mrs. Batey was predeceased by her parents, brothers Michael Chizmar and John Chizmar, sisters Margaret Goodwin, Anne Otis and Mary Lessard.

Mrs. Batey is survived by her 3 sons Alan Batey ( Marilyn Prost, Lt Col US Army Retired ) from Colorado Springs, CO, Dale Batey, Cmdr, US Navy Retired ( Margaret Batey ) of Key West, FL / Sullivan, Me, and Scott Batey  ( Steve Conley ) of Hyde Park, MA and one sister Ellen Collins of Barboursville, WV. Mrs Batey had 6 grandchildren Major USAF Nicholas Batey ( Dr Sarah Batey ), Zachary Batey ( Tara Batey ), Bartholomew Batey, Andrew Batey, Andrea Batey, RN ( Mike Messina ), and Alexandra Sainte ( Dominick Sainte ) along with 7 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
The family would like to thank the staff and caregivers at Ledgewood Bay Assisted Living & Memory Care in Milford and The Elms Nursing Center in Milford where Mom spent the last year plus of her life.

Visitation will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, Saturday, August 1^st from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. followed by A Mass of Christian of Burial in St. Christopher Church, 62 Manchester Street, Nashua at 10 o’clock. Burial will follow nearby at Edgewood Cemetery.    Flowers may be sent to the funeral home or in lieu of flowers, please donate to The American Cancer Society 3 Commerce Drive, Ste 210, Bedford NH 03110. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE. www.farwellfuneralservice.com

   Edmond A. Boucher, 87, a lifelong Nashua resident, passed away Sunday afternoon, June 21, 2020 at St. Joseph Hospital, after a period of declining health.      

   Born in Nashua on February 12, 1933, he was a son of the late Edmond and Velma (Salvail) Boucher. Educated in local schools, Ed was a graduate of Nashua High School Class of 1952. An Army veteran, Mr. Boucher served during the Korean War from May 1953 to March 1956 and was honorably discharged with the rank of Corporal.

   Ed had been employed with Sprague Electric Company as an expeditor for 32 years and then worked at Sanders Associates, Inc. for 15 years until his retirement.

   In his leisure time, Ed enjoyed time with his family especially his granddaughter and great-granddaughters.

    Members of his family include his wife, Estelle J. (Petrain) Boucher, whom he married on May 5, 1956 and together shared 64 years; a son and daughter-in-law, David and Linda Boucher of Nashua; granddaughter and her husband, Samantha and Brandon Block; three great-granddaughters, Autumn, Payton and Quinn Block; a brother, Gerard Boucher and his wife Rita;  sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Simone and Arthur Belair, Ovila and Diane Petrain, Linda Petrain, Richard Petrain, Gerard and Christina Petrain, Carolyn Boucher, Ann Petrain and Joan Petrain; also many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews.

   In addition to his parents, Ed was predeceased by his brothers, Conrad and Paul Boucher; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Joseph Petrain, Sylvio Petrain, Donald Petrain, Albert Petrain, Clarice and Raymond Landry, Pauline and Robert Lefavor, Yvonne and Joseph Lamy, Constance Michaud Sykes, and Dorothy and Gilles Parent.  

    There are no calling hours. A Graveside service was held at  St. Patrick Cemetery, 71 Derry Road, Hudson, Friday morning, June 26^th at 10 a.m. Arrangements were in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua.  www.farwellfuneralservice.com