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Louis Gregory Pederzani passed away peacefully on Feb 20, 2020 at the age of 99. He was born in Nashua in 1920, the son of Guy and Elizabeth Pederzani. He is predeceased by his beloved wife of 52 years, Margaret; his brother and sister-in-law, Guy and Louise Pederzani; and his sisters, Elaine and Natalie Pederzani.

Gregory graduated from the University of Chicago with a BS in Physics. After serving in the U.S Army during W.W.II, Gregory held multiple jobs before retiring from the Boeing Military Airplane Company where he was employed as a test engineer.

A bit of a Renaissance man, Gregory had many interests. He was a competitive marksman, followed the Red Sox closely, and was an adventurous traveler and outdoorsman. But he also loved classical music, the opera and the ballet with Swan Lake being a particular favorite.

But more than anything, his nieces and nephews remember him as a quiet, endlessly curious intellectual. Greg was an avid, cover-to-cover reader of the NY Times. At the end of his life, he had four books in his room – a dictionary, “A Brief History of Time”, “Philosophy 101”, and “Nettie Colburn Trance Medium” an autobiography of a spiritualist to Abraham Lincoln. He will be missed.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to one of Gregory’s favorite places, the Nashua Public Library. A private Graveside service will take place at a later date. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua. www.farwellfuneralservice.com

   Marie J. Grant, 85, of Hudson, widow of William R. Grant, passed away Thursday morning, February 20, 2020 at Southern New Hampshire Medical Center in Nashua after a brief illness.    

   A resident of Hudson for over 50 years, she was born in Lincoln, Vermont on November 14, 1934, a daughter of the late Leo F. and Mabel E. (Bennett) Peters.

During her early years, Marie resided in West Groton, Massachusetts and was a graduate of Groton High School with the Class of 1952.

   Marie had been employed at Sprague Electric Company in Nashua as a production control specialist for 32 years.   

   An avid Bingo player, Marie also enjoyed golf, bowling, fishing, reading and crocheting.  

   Marie and her husband Bill were married in Warrenton, NC on March 23, 1962 and shared 11 years together until his passing in July 1973. She was also predeceased by two sisters, Jeannette Lloyd and Phyllis E. Peters; a brother, Douglas Peters; and George L. “Jigger” Forrence her longtime soulmate of 40 years, who passed away in 2014.

   Members of her family include her sister, Barbara A. Benson and her husband John of Pepperell, MA; nieces and nephews; and friends including Allison Crawford, Carolyn Lambert, Wayne Forrence, Lee Forrence, George R. Forrence and Bruce Forrence.  

    A Graveside service was held on Friday, June 19th at Sunnyside Cemetery in Hudson. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE. (603) 882-0591. www.farwellfuneralservice.com 

   Eric Jay Hanscom, 52, of Merrimack, husband of Kimberly (Moore) Hanscom, passed away at his home, early Wednesday morning, February 19, 2020 after a year- long illness.        

   A resident of Merrimack for the past 19 years, he was born in Nashua on May 22, 1967, a son of the late Audley M. and Doris A. (Irish) Hanscom.

   Eric was a graduate of the University of Maine at Orono where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. He has been employed with Fidelity Investments for the past twenty-two years.

   He enjoyed traveling, riding his motorcycle and playing poker. Eric always had a way of making people laugh and smile.

   Members of his family include his wife Kimberly, whom he married on July 22, 2000; his sons, Benjamin Hanscom and Zachary Hanscom both of Merrimack; four brothers, Steven Hanscom and his wife Julianna, Mark Hanscom, Audley M. Hanscom Jr., and the late Kevin Hanscom; a sister-in-law, Denise Hanscom; also many nieces, nephews and cousins.    

    Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, Monday, February 24^th from 2 to 4 and 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. His funeral service will be held in The First Church, UCC, One Concord Street, Nashua, Tuesday afternoon at 1 p.m. Friends are invited to attend. The Rev. Dr. Andrew W. Armstrong, Senior Minister, will officiate. In lieu of flowers, gifts can be made in Eric’s memory to advanced Neuro-Oncology research at Massachusetts General Hospital. Please send checks to MGH attn. Heidi Bergmeyer, 125 Nashua Street, Suite 540, Boston, MA 02114. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE. (603) 882-0591. www.farwellfuneralservice.com 

   Richard J. Montbleau, 71, of Nashua, passed away Saturday evening, February 15, 2020 at Southern New Hampshire Medical Center after a period of declining health.        

   A resident of Nashua for many years, he was born in Dracut, Massachusetts on March 3, 1948, son of Rita T. (Bourgeault) Montbleau Mailhot and the late Joseph Leonard Montbleau. Richard grew up in Chelmsford, MA and was educated in schools there.  

   Richard had worked in the construction business for several years and also owned and operated a canteen food truck. In his leisure time, Richard enjoyed fishing and hunting and trips to Foxwoods.  

    Members of his family include his wife, Patricia (Martin) Wrenn of Nashua; his mother, Rita T. Mailhot of Nashua; daughter and son-in-law, April and Larry Pieper of Roseville, CA; step-daughter, Kim Wrenn; three sisters,  Barbara Costello and her husband Stan of North  Chelmsford, MA, Debra Farrar of Hudson, and Sandra Montbleau of Irasburg, VT; three sisters-in-law, Gloria Martin of Hooksett, Doreen Chambers of Hudson and Lee Trippleton of Bedford; also many nieces, nephews and cousins.     

   Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, Friday evening, February 21^st from 6 to 8 p.m. Friends are invited to attend. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE. (603) 882-0591. www.farwellfuneralservice.com 

   Elizabeth “Betty” (Buxton) Burns, 99, a lifelong resident of Hudson, passed away Friday evening, February 14, 2020 at the Brudnick Center in Peabody, MA.        

   Born in Hudson on February 17, 1920, she was the daughter of the late Paul Westcott Buxton and Hazel (Reynolds) Buxton. Betty graduated from Nashua High School, Class of 1937. She furthered her education at the University of New Hampshire and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Social Work in 1941. She worked for the State of New Hampshire Welfare Administration before starting her family in 1947.

    Betty cherished her days working at Benson’s Wild Animal Park in the summers of 1936-1938 and her bond with Betsy their elephant. She was also very proud of her participation in establishing the first Hudson children’s library in 1966.

    She held her real estate broker’s license from 1969 to 1999 and enjoyed her work as a broker in the Hudson/Nashua area.

    Betty was the wife of the late Richard Masters Burns of Whitefield, NH who predeceased her in 1984. Betty and Dick married in 1942 and built the house at 4 Cummings Street in Hudson where they raised their family. They enjoyed square dancing every Saturday night for many years.

     Betty also loved crafts, crocheting and contract bridge, or any other card game.

She made many friends at the Senior Center of Nashua over a good game of cards.

    Members of her family include her daughter, Anne Louise Lewis and her husband Christopher Lewis of Gloucester, MA; her son, John Buxton Burns of Hudson; her grandson, Ian Paul Johnson and his wife Nira Johnson of Wendell, NC; her granddaughter, Kimberly Elizabeth Johnson of Boston, MA, and her great-granddaughter, Olivia Miriam Johnson of Wendell, NC. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Betty was predeceased by her brother, Robert Charles Buxton.     

    There are no calling hours. A private family graveside service will be held at Hills Farms Cemetery in Hudson, in the Spring. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Friends of Benson Park, PO Box 91, Hudson, NH 03051.

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

  Douglas James Guilmette, 59, a lifelong Nashua resident, passed away Thursday evening, February 13, 2020 at St. Joseph Hospital after a long illness.     

   Born in Nashua on June 26, 1960, he was one of eight children of Virginia (Dwyer) Guilmette and the late Edward R. Guilmette. Doug was educated in the Nashua School System and prior to his illness, had been employed with Fimbel Door, the former J.F. McElwain Shoe Company and Colonial Electronic Manufacturing, Inc. Doug enjoyed riding his motorcycle and fishing in his leisure time.

    In addition to his father, he was also predeceased by his paternal grandparents, Edward and Bertha (Pelletier) Guilmette; maternal grandparents, Augustus Dwyer and Thelma (Smith) Dwyer Faucher; and his niece, Allison Rose Guilmette.

    Members of his family include his mother, Virginia Guilmette; five brothers, Robert Guilmette, Darren Guilmette and his wife Jennifer, Ricky Guilmette, Randy Guilmette and Todd Guilmette; two sisters, Brenda Guilmette and her significant other, Dan Jamieson, and Pamela Guilmette; also aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

    The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to the staff of St. Joseph Hospital and Dr. Donald B. McDonah for their care and kindness to Doug during his illness.    

   Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, Thursday evening, February 20^th from 6 to 8 p.m. Interment will take place in St. Louis Cemetery at a later date.  Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE. (603) 882-0591. www.farwellfuneralservice.com 

On Thursday, February 13, 2020, William Drew Evarts passed away peacefully at the age of 62, surrounded by family.

Bill was born in Newark, NJ on August 5, 1957, son of the late Thomas and Catherine (Duffy) Evarts.  He graduated from Northside High School in Fort Smith, AR and then attended Tulane University in New Orleans and completed his BA at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville. While working as a store manager for Target Corporation, Bill resided in Houston, TX; Atlanta, GA; and Tampa, FL; ultimately making his home in Nashua, NH.

To those who knew him, Bill was exceptionally dependable, always kept his word, and made sure the job was done right. His favorite things included spending time with his children and grandchildren, watching the Patriots win, primitive camping, family reunions in Cape Cod, creating elaborate haunted houses on Halloween, and being the neighborhood’s unofficial pool monitor. He loved crossword puzzles, grilling out, butter crunch ice cream, a well-made fire, and timeliness.

Bill was a loving father, grandfather, brother, and son. He is survived by his daughter and her husband, Rachael and Kamran Beikmohamadi; his son, Thomas Evarts; his grandchildren, Kian and Lyla Beikmohamadi; his siblings, Barbara Quinn, Frank Evarts, Edward Evarts, and Julie Grossman; his former wife and cherished friend, Erin Rosenbruch; his aunt, Agnes Duffy; and many loving nieces, nephews, and longtime friends.

If you told Bill he couldn’t do something, he was sure to do it. Bill was a fighter and always found a way. He fought every day to live his life on his own terms despite his MS. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. The Bill Evarts Memorial fund can be found online at www.nationalmssociety.org/Donate.

His family will receive relatives and friends at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Sunday, February 23rd from 12 to 2:30pm.  A celebration of life will be held afterwards for family and close friends. Please bring your Pat’s gear and a favorite memory of Bill. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE. (603)882-0591. www.farwellfuneralservice.com

  Carl E. “Skip” Carr, Jr., 74, of Nashua, passed away Thursday evening, February 13, 2020 at Greenbriar Healthcare after a period of declining health.       

   A longtime Nashua resident, Skip was born in Gardiner, Maine on August 12, 1945, a son of the late Carl E. and Vivian A. (Morrell) Carr.

   Educated in the Nashua School System, Skip had been employed at the former J.F. McElwain Shoe Company and later worked for Blacky’s Taxi Service as a cab driver and maintenance of the automotive fleet.

    Skip was a member of the First Baptist Church of Nashua and was active in the Men’s Fellowship. Earlier in his life, he was an active with the Nashua Jaycees. In his leisure time, Skip enjoyed Candlepin bowling.

    Members of his family include his wife, Eleanor M. “Ellie” (Bonney) Carr, whom he married on April 21, 1973 and shared over 46 years together; a daughter, Lois  Mason of North Dakota; four grandchildren, Hans M. Carr of San Antonio, TX, Randall Mason of North Dakota, Kitara R. Mason of Nashua and Adalia Star Mason of San Antonio, TX; a great-grandchild, Sydney Maille; three sisters, Carol E. Jaworski of Florida, Kay M. Hannah and her husband Walter of Nashua, and Sheila M. Berg and her husband Mark of Portland, ME; also numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews.

    There are no calling hours. His funeral service will be held in the First Baptist Church, 121 Manchester Street, Nashua, Tuesday, February 25^th at 11 a.m. followed by a luncheon at the church. The Rev. Margaret E. Lewis, Pastor, will officiate. Friends are invited to attend. Donations may be made in his memory to the Shriners Hospital for Children. www.shrinershospitalforchildren.org   

   Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE. (603) 882-0591. www.farwellfuneralservice.com 

   Dale P. Bangert, 91, of Amherst, NH and formerly of Nashua for many years, passed away Wednesday evening, February 12, 2020 at Bedford Falls Assisted Living, after a period of declining health.      

   Born in Decatur, Illinois on January 19, 1929, he was the son of the late Hazel and Paul Bangert. Dale was a graduate of Purdue University in Indiana, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering.

    A resident of Amherst since 2006, he previously made his home in Fort Wayne, Indiana and St. Paul, Minnesota before moving to Nashua in 1970.

    Dale worked as an electrical engineer with Sanders Associates and their successor BAE Systems in Nashua and continued his career at Mitre Corporation in Bedford, MA.  

    An avid golfer, Dale held memberships in the Nashua Country Club and the Amherst Country Club. He enjoyed traveling, woodworking and most importantly loved his family.  

     In addition to his parents, Dale was predeceased by his first wife, Carmen (Cox) Bangert who passed away in April 1978; his daughter, Holly Alexander; and his sister, Jane May.

     Members of his family include his wife of 40 years, Jane (Alexander) Bangert of Amherst; daughter and son-in-law, Susan E. and Henry Murphy of Old Saybrook, CT; son and daughter-in-law, David P. and Monica Bangert of Ouray, CO; step-son, Dean R. Solomon and his wife Frances of Boyne City, MI; step-daughter, Lori L. Solomon of Amherst; nine grandchildren, Cara Marcionek, Ryan, Michael and Mary Kate Murphy, McKenna Huynh and Stephanie Gagne, and Paul, Keith and Jill Solomon; fifteen great-grandchildren; also nieces, nephews and cousins. 

    The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to his special care-givers, Jim Clarke and Nicole Lagueux and the staff of Bedford Falls Harbor Care, for their kindness, compassion and care of Dale.  

    There are no calling hours. His funeral service will be held in The First Church, U.C.C., One Concord Street, Nashua, Tuesday, February 18^th at Noon. The Rev. Dr. Andrew W. Armstrong, Senior Minister, will officiate. Interment will follow in Edgewood Cemetery followed by a reception at First Church. Friends are invited to attend. Donations may be made in his memory to CASA of New Hampshire. CASANH.org

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

   Roland Ernest Robert, 96, a lifelong Nashua resident, passed away Wednesday evening, February 12, 2020 at Catholic Medical Center in Manchester after a brief illness.        

   Born in Nashua on January 30, 1924, he was a son of the late Joseph and Adele (Bonenfant) Robert. Educated in local schools, Roland was a Navy veteran of World War II serving as a Seaman First Class in the Asiatic Pacific Theater.  After the war, Roland came home to Nashua and worked for a time in the shoe industry and then at Nashua Corporation as a coating operator for many years.    He will be remembered as a loving husband and father, who enjoyed fishing and clam digging in his leisure time.     

   Roland married Claire C. Jean on June 25, 1949 and shared 70 years together until her passing on December 9, 2019.  He was also predeceased by a son, Donald A. Robert in 2015; four brothers, Gerard, Wilbur, Roger and Lionel Robert; and a sister, Annette Simard.

    Members of his family include a son, Glenn E. Robert of Henniker; daughter-in-law, Diane Robert of New Port Richey, FL; granddaughter, Abigail Corson of Florida; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.    

   There are no calling hours. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in the Parish of The Resurrection, 449 Broad Street, Nashua, Wednesday, February 19^th at 11 a.m. Interment will follow in St. Louis Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to gather at the church. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua. (603) 882-0591. www.farwellfuneralservice.com 

    Raymond W. “Sonny” Wynott, 91, of Nashua, passed away Monday afternoon, February 10, 2020 at the Courville at Nashua after a period of declining health.        

    A lifelong resident of this city, he was born on December 15, 1928, a son of the late Lawrence R. and Lilie E. (Leard) Wynott. Educated in Nashua schools, Sonny was employed at Sprague Electric Company as head of maintenance for over forty years.  

    An active outdoorsman, Sonny enjoyed fishing, clam-digging and hunting. In October 1951, Sonny married Joan E. Rowell and they made their home on Greenwood Drive where they raised their four children. The couple shared 47 years together until Joan’s passing on January 4, 1999.

   He was also predeceased by a son, Kevin R. Wynott; his brother, Lawrence R. Wynott Jr. and his wife Nancy; his sister, Sylvia L. “Sibby” Wynott; and great-granddaughter, Taylor Krasucki.

   Members of his family include his children, Dennis W. Wynott and his wife Sandra, Shawn M. Wynott, and Carol L. Duncanson and her husband Daniel; four grandchildren, Keith Wynott and his wife Ashley, Amber Krasucki and her husband John, Jessica Mathews and her significant other Shandell, and Katie Wynott; four great-grandchildren, Colby, Hunter, Nevaeh and Kiley; also nieces, nephews and cousins.   

   Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, Saturday, February 22^nd from 1 to 4 p.m. followed by a service at 4 o’clock.

    Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE. (603) 882-0591. www.farwellfuneralservice.com

  Sheila Marie (Gilpatrick) Fowler, 69, a longtime resident of Nashua, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, February 9, 2020. Sheila was the beloved wife of Royce “Lefty” Fowler with whom she would have celebrated 51 years of marriage on February 22^nd.     

   Born in Detroit, Maine on May 6, 1950, she was a daughter of the late Lindy Gilpatrick and Thelma B. (Hopkins) Gilpatrick Valcourt. Educated in local schools, Sheila was a graduate of Nashua Senior High School. For many years, she was employed at the service desk of the former Bradlees department store at Simoneau Plaza in Nashua where some even referred to her as “Mrs. B.”  Sheila later worked at Atrium Medical for 14 years until she retired.

    Her passions in life were taking care of ALL of her children, grandchildren and many adopted children. Sheila would always go out of her way and beyond her financial means to take care of someone she loved. She loved everyone!

    When she wasn’t taking care of her family and friends, you could find her enjoying a delicious meal at Donna’s Place; watching her grandchildren’s sporting events or watching the Red Sox play. Most importantly, she was the absolute best person in the world to give you a hug when needed. She by far, is the definition of selfless and proved that to everyone who has ever met her.

    Besides her husband; Sheila is survived by her four sons, Shawn Fowler and his  wife Jennifer, Eric Fowler and his wife Melissa, and Marc Fowler and his wife Tina, all of Nashua, and Bruce Gora of Washington State; seven grandchildren, Travis, Shad, Bayleigh, Brittany, Eli, MacKenzie and Christian; two sisters, Deb Hopkins and husband Ralph of Maine, Lesa Warner and the late Carl Warner of Nashua; one brother, Leonard Valcourt and his wife Stephanie of Virginia; as well as several nieces, nephews and countless “adopted children”.   

   She was predeceased by her first- born child, Royce Fowler Jr.; her mother Thelma Valcourt and husband Leonard; and her father Lindy Gilpatrick.    

   Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, Thursday afternoon, February 13^th from 2 to 5 p.m. The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, to do an act of kindness for your loved ones.   Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE. (603) 882-0591. www.farwellfuneralservice.com 

   Paul David Carney, 78, of Nashua, husband of Priscilla T. (Beauregard) Carney, passed away at his home, Saturday morning, February 8, 2020.        

   A resident of Nashua since 1980, Mr. Carney was born in Lowell, Massachusetts, on November 16, 1941, a son of the late John and Phyllis (Connor) Carney. Educated in Lowell schools, Paul was a graduate of Lowell High School Class of 1960.  

    Paul began his career as a lineman with Massachusetts Electric and then worked as a realtor for REMAX in Tewksbury, MA from 1992 until he retired in 2007.

    In his leisure time, Paul enjoyed woodworking, yard sales and tinkering with his tools. He loved Country music; was a New England Patriots fan and enjoyed trips to Hampton Beach.

    Members of his family include his wife Priscilla, whom he married in 1985 and shared over 34 years together; his five children and their spouses, Timothy and Laura Carney, Gary and Deborah Carney, Patrick and Donna Carney, Michelle and Howard Lanier and Debra and Matthew Castonguay; eight grandchildren, Sean Carney, Kelsey Carney, Patrick Carney Jr, Georgianna Carney, Abbey Lanier, Hailey Lanier, Cameron Castonguay and Zachary Castonguay; two sisters and their husbands, Maura and Robert Linskey and Phyllis and John Finn; also many nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents, Paul was predeceased by his brothers, Raymond and Bruce Carney.  

   There are no calling hours or services at this time. Friends wishing to express their sympathy, may send a donation in his memory to the American Heart Association, 20 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01701 or 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. (603) 882-0591. www.farwellfuneralservice.com 

   Barbara H. Hargraves, 73, of Nashua, widow of Daniel H. Hargraves, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 7, 2020.        

   A resident of Nashua for over 50 years, Mrs. Hargraves was born in Chestnut Hill, Pennsylvania on October 2, 1946, a daughter of Rita (Bibeault) Brown Gallo, the late Joseph Brown and stepfather Vincent Gallo. She was raised in Quincy, Massachusetts and graduated from North Quincy High School Class of 1964. Barbara furthered her education at Fitchburg State University where she earned a Bachelor’s degree and Master’s degree from Southern New Hampshire University.  

   Barbara began her career at Royal Business Forms; then worked as a comptroller at the Hope Group of Northborough, MA and later as an accounting consultant for Sun Life Insurance Company of Canada.

   An avid golfer, Barbara enjoyed watching golf and her favorite player Tiger Woods. She was also a New England Patriots fan and enjoyed travelling in Europe.

    Members of her family include her daughters and their husbands, Dawn (McBrine) and Michael Kimball and Darlene (McBrine) and John Foley; four grandchildren, Amy Kimball, Allyson Kimball, Matthew Foley and Madison Foley; her mother, Rita Gallo of Nashua; her sister and brother-in-law, Carole and James McCleery; and a niece, Sandra Swanger.     

   Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, Friday evening, February 14^th from 6 to 8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Immaculate Conception Church, 216 East Dunstable Road, Nashua, Saturday, February 15^th at 10 a.m.  Interment will follow in St. Francis Xavier Cemetery. Friends are invited to attend. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the American Heart Association.

    Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE. (603) 882-0591. www.farwellfuneralservice.com

Our dear mother Marguerite Lessard Raymond, 86, of Nashua, NH died peacefully at The Inn at Fairview in Hudson Tuesday morning February 4, 2020.   She was the beloved wife of the late Raoul Raymond who predeceased her on February 26, 1998.

Marguerite was born in Broughton, Quebec, Canada on March 20, 1933.  She was the daughter of the late Stanislaus and Marguerite (Drouin) Lessard.   The family moved to Nashua New Hampshire where as a young teen she learned to speak English, continue her schooling and met her future husband.

Maggie worked many years at Lockheed Sanders, now BAE, where she felt much pride in helping to construct electrical board units to be used in advanced aircrafts and government projects.  She built lasting friendships while working there.  She semi-retired and then worked at Cirtronics, continuing to make many lasting friendships and enjoying a pride of craftsmanship in her work.

While raising four daughters, Maggie found time to knit winter mittens, sew clothes and outfits, and crochet blankets as special gifts.  She loved organizing parties and family barbecues.  She learned to ski, loved traveling and summer vacations always ready to share a good time surrounded by family and friends.

Maggie is survived by her daughters Denise Raymond of Savannah, GA , Cathleen McGrevey and her husband Thomas of Concord, NH,  Lisa Raymond of Abington, MA, and Cynthia Gilcreast and her husband Christopher of Milford, NH.  Her three grandchildren, Megan McGrevey, Jamie Rae Bemis, and Thomas McGrevey III, great grandchildren Benjamin Kettinger and Broderick Kettinger of Concord, NH, also survive her.  In addition to her husband Raoul, her seven siblings, Leonette, Gregoire, Camille, Patrick, Edward, Irene, and Susanne predeceased her.

Relatives and friends are invited to join Maggie’s visitation on Sunday, February 9^th from 2:30-5:00pm at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street. Nashua, NH.  A brief spiritual service will be held on Monday, February 10^th at 10:30 am.  Marguerite will be laid to rest along side her husband at the Mausoleum of Mount Calvary Cemetery, 474 Goffstown Rd., Manchester, NH., followed by a gathering.   Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE. (603) 882-0591. www.farwellfuneralservice.com

   Doris Ann (Roberts) St. Laurent Lustenberger, 87, of Nashua, passed away Monday morning, February 3, 2020 at Lawrence General Hospital after a brief illness. Doris is widow of Robert G. St. Laurent and Joseph Lustenberger.       

   Mrs. Lustenberger was born in Manchester on the 4^th of July in 1932, a daughter of the late Ernest and Blanche (St. Jean) Roberts. During her early years, she resided on Pleasant Street in Nashua and has made her home here for many years. Educated in local schools, Doris was a graduate of Nashua High School Class of 1950.  

   Doris was employed with Sprague Electric Company for many years and later worked in the cafeteria at Sanders Associates and their successors until she retired.

   A communicant of St. Joseph The Worker Parish, Doris was a member of the Rosary Altar Society. She was a volunteer at St. Joseph Hospital for twenty years and was active at the Nashua Senior Center organizing the Bridge Club. 

  Her many hobbies and interests include sewing, love of the outdoors, swimming, walking, hosting her 4^th of July barbeques, playing cards and spending time at the lake. Doris will be remembered as a loving and devoted wife, mother and grandmother.

    In addition to her husbands and parents, Doris was also predeceased by her son, Mark E. St. Laurent; granddaughter, Nicole St. Laurent; and her brother, Roger Roberts.

    Members of her family include her children, Debra St. Laurent of Litchfield, Karen Taylor and her husband Mark of Merrimack, and Robert W. St. Laurent and his wife Monica of Nashua; daughter-in-law, Lynne A. St. Laurent of Nashua; eight grandchildren, Bruce Picard and his wife Krista of Hollis, Douglas Picard and his wife Tara of Candia, James St. Laurent and his wife Kelly of Nashua, Shawn St. Laurent of Hollis, Melina Taylor of Merrimack, Lindsey Taylor of Hudson, Robert G.  St. Laurent of Nashua and Katie St. Laurent of New Jersey; ten great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

   Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, Friday, February 7^th from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Joseph The Worker Church, 777 West Hollis Street, Nashua, Saturday morning at 9:30 a.m. Interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to attend and will gather at the church.

    Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE. (603) 882-0591. www.farwellfuneralservice.com