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   Theresa M. (Ravenelle) Cote, 89, of Nashua, widow of Edgar N. Cote, passed away Friday morning, May 13, 2016 at the Community Hospice House in Merrimack after a brief illness.

     A lifelong resident of this city, Theresa was born in Nashua on June 25, 1926, a daughter of the late Luc J.B. and Blanche (Boisvert) Ravenelle. Educated in local schools, Theresa was an active communicant of St. Christopher Church, where she served as a Eucharistic Minister and sang in the choir for many years.

     Theresa will be remembered as a loving and devoted mother and grandmother.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband Edgar who passed away May 14, 1987; her sister and brother-in-law, Irene B. and Hector H. “Tiny” Brault; and her sister-in-law, Shirley Ravenelle.

     Members of her family include two daughters and sons-in-law, Carol and Donald Hodge and Marie A. and Dennis Zibolis; a son and daughter-in-law, Marc P. and Gina Cote; six children, Jonathan Hodge, Aimee Hodge and Dennis Zibolis Jr, Nicholas Cote, Jeffrey Cote and Alyssa Cote; three brothers and a sister-in-law, Paul L. Ravenelle of Nashua, Richard W. Ravenelle of Rochester, and Maurice E. and Margaret Ravenelle of Nashua; a sister and brother-in-law, Lorraine and Donald Jarest of Nashua; also many nieces, nephews and cousins.

 SERVICES: There are no calling hours. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Christopher Church, 62 Manchester Street, Nashua, Monday morning at 11 o’clock.  Interment will follow in St. Louis Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to attend and will gather at the church. The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, donations may be made 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. (603) 882-0591. www.farwellfuneralservice.com                       

    Donald Yvon Hebert, 73, of Nashua, passed away at his home, Tuesday, May 10, 2016 after a period of declining health.

    Born in East Hereford, Province of Quebec, Canada on January 28, 1943, he was a son of the late Napoleon and Cecile (Couturier) Hebert. After moving to the United States at an early age, Don grew up in Manchester, NH and later resided in Phildadelphia, PA, Florida and Nashua.

    Mr. Hebert had been employed as a farm worker and held many other jobs during his life.

   One of ten children, he is survived by two brothers, Real and Gilles Hebert of Canada; six sisters, Gisele Hebert, Monique Hebert, Irena Hebert, Marielle Hebert, Gaetone Hebert and Rachel Hebert all of Canada; several cousins including, Francine Lapierre, Jacqueline Montminy and James Hebert; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Don was predeceased by his former wife Claire; and his sister, Louiselle Hebert.

   Lorraine D. Lancourt, 87, of Nashua, NH and North Fort Myers, FL, widow of Lionel J. “Leo” Lancourt, passed away Thursday, May 5, 2016 at Hope Hospice in Fort Myers, after a brief illness.

    Mrs. Lancourt was born in Nashua on March 6, 1929, a daughter of the late Napoleon and Emmerentienne (Corriveau) Forcier. Educated in local schools, Lorraine was a graduate of Nashua High School. She had been employed in the office of Nashua Corporation for 42 years.

   Lorraine was a person with a quick wit who loved animals; was a talented cook and enjoyed spending her winters at her home in North Fort Myers, Florida for the past 26 years

    Lorraine and her husband Leo were married on June 11, 1949 and shared 57 wonderful years together until his passing on January 31, 2007. She was also predeceased by her brother and sister-in-law, Gerard L. and Marian Forcier; and her brother-in-law, Leo A. Ravenelle. 

     Members of her family include her sister, Magella L. “Midge” Ravenelle of Venice, FL; her nieces and nephews, Linda A. Dovidio and her husband Jack, Claudia M. Dionne and her husband David, Mark L. Ravenelle, Lisa A. Anagnost and her husband Matthew, Kenneth Forcier and his wife Charlene, Steven Forcier and his wife Marcia and Kathryn Bulsa and her husband Steven; also many grandnieces and grandnephews.

 SERVICES: There are no calling hours. Private interment will take place in St. Louis Cemetery in Nashua. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua. (603) 882-0591. www.farwellfuneralservice.com

   Jeanne C. Berube, 68, a native and lifelong Nashua resident, passed away at her home, Thursday morning, May 5, 2016, after a period of declining health.

   A daughter of the late Charles E. and Cecile O. (Marquis) Berube, she was born in Nashua on August 7, 1947. Jeanne resided in the French Hill neighborhood of this city for many years; attended local schools and was a graduate of Nashua High School.

    Jeanne had been employed as an inspector with Teledyne Electronic Technologies for several years and also worked for the Nashua School Department as a custodian at New Searles School until she retired.

   In her leisure time, Jeanne loved walking and trips to York Beach, Maine. She also enjoyed going to plays in Boston; and listening to music of the 1960s and ABBA.  She was a communicant of St. Joseph The Worker Parish.

    Members of her family include her sister and brother-in-law, Claire and Roger Nolin of Pelham, NH; two nephews, John Nolin and his wife Audra of Hollis and Michael Nolin and his wife Dianne of Windham; a niece, Sharon Zani of Leominister, MA; grandnephews and grandnieces, Marc, Ryan, Stephen and Marie Nolin, and Lindsey, Hannah and Christopher Zani.

     SERVICES: There are no calling hours. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Joseph The Worker Church, 777 West Hollis Street, Nashua on Thursday, May 12^th at 10 a.m. Interment will follow in St. Francis Xavier Cemetery. Friends are invited to attend and will gather at the church.

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

   Eyvonne S. Sloan, 79, of Nashua, passed away Wednesday evening, May 4, 2016 at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston after a brief illness.

   Mrs. Sloan was born in Fredonia, North Dakota on May 28, 1936, a daughter of the late Reinhold and Annetta (Jantz) Kusler.  A resident of the Nashua and Hudson area for over 40 years, Eyvonne had been employed with Teradyne Electro-Mechanisms in Nashua and previously with Hitchner Manufacturing Company.

    In her leisure time, Eyvonne was an avid reader and enjoyed knitting.

    Members of her family include three children, Valerie Greenwood and her husband Kevin of Wells, Maine, Thomas Sloan and his wife Mary of Merrimack and Daniel Sloan; four grandchildren, Sarah Sloan, Lauren Greenwood, Andrea Sloan and Samuel Sloan; a sister, Velma Schmidt of Oregon; also nieces and nephews.

SERVICES: There are no calling hours and no formal funeral.  Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua. (603) 882-0591. www.farwellfuneralservice.com

Grace (Cavanagh) Bolen died suddenly on Tuesday, May 3, 2016 at the Courville at Nashua.  Grace was born in Waltham, MA on February 24, 1928, daughter of Louise (Keane) Cavanagh and Joseph A. Cavanagh.  She is predeceased by her parents, her husband of 55 years, Frank Bolen, her youngest son, David Bolen, and her brother Paul M. Cavanagh.  She is survived by her children Rosemary Daly, Loretta Bolen, Thomas Bolen, and Janine Kerouac; two sons-in-law – James Daly and Stephen Kerouac, and three grandchildren – Ben Kerouac, Linsey Kerouac and Raecliffe Daly. Grace was a long-time member of St. Christopher Parish and in later years, of St. Joseph the Worker Parish in Nashua.  She served as a lector for many years in both parishes.

Grace attended elementary and high school in the Catholic schools of Waltham. She received her BA in Speech from Chestnut Hill College, Philadelphia in 1949 and her MA in English from Boston College in 1950. She moved to New York City, where she worked for McGraw Hill Publishing as a proofreader.  While in New York, she met Francis W.J. Bolen.  They were married on Feb. 5, 1955 at St. Philip Neri Church in Waban, MA.  They had 5 children:  Rosemary, Loretta, Thomas, Janine, and David Bolen.

Grace was very active in theater from the time she was a very young child.  Some of her major accomplishments included winning the Archdiocese of Boston Oratorical Contest in high school; performing Lawrence Houseman’s “Victoria Regina” as her college recital piece; and playing Lady MacBeth for the Boston College theater group in graduate school.  She was an active member of the Bedford Players in the early 1960’s. After moving to NH in 1966, Grace joined the Nashua Theater Guild and later, the Actorsingers.  She had many parts in area productions, including Mrs. Harcourt in “Anything Goes”; Old Sally the Pauper in “Oliver”; the housekeeper in “The Sound of Music” and as a member of the chorus in a number of other Actorsingers productions. Her prize role, (aside from Lady MacBeth) was as Golde in “Fiddler on the Roof”.  Grace was also an accomplished director and directed such shows as “The Odd Couple”, “Carousel” (for both Bishop Guertin High School and Actorsingers); “The Student Prince” and “Finian’s Rainbow”.  She also assisted with costumes and other areas of production for many shows.  She was a Lifetime Member of Actorsingers.

Grace had many interests and talents.  Grace was an accomplished seamstress, tole painter, and did beautiful crochet work.  She loved making Christmas decorations, and the family, for many years, had 2 Christmas trees:  one with classic glass ornaments handed down by the family, and another tree decorated with all of her personally crafted decorations.

Grace was a strong, loving and caring woman.  She and her husband Frank could always be counted on by family and friends to be of support and assistance when hard times struck. She will be sorely missed.

Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, TONIGHT (Thursday, May 5^th) from 6 to 8 p.m.  A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Friday, May 6^th at 9:30 AM in St. Joseph the Worker Parish, 777 West Hollis Street, Nashua, NH. Interment will follow in Edgewood Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Meals on Wheels c/o St. Joseph Community Services, Inc., 395 Daniel Webster Highway, PO Box 910, Merrimack, NH 03054-0190; The Adult Day Care Center, 460 Amherst Street, Nashua, NH 03063; or The Courville at Nashua, 22 Hunt Street, Nashua, NH 03060. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE. (603) 882-0591. www.farwellfuneralservice.com

       Alexander R. Macie, 82, of Hudson, NH and Davenport, Florida, passed away Saturday, April 23, 2016 at Winter Haven Hospital in Winter Haven, FL after a period of declining health.

      A resident of Hudson for many years, Mr. Macie was born in Irasburg, Vermont on August 21, 1933, a son of the late Victor and Florence (Gerow) Macie.  Educated in Vermont schools, “Al” served as a Corporal with the Army during the Korean War from July 1953 to June 1955.

      On June 20, 1959, Al married Judith Inez Rowe, the love of his life. They shared 48 wonderful years together until her passing on June 9, 2007. Mr. Macie had been employed as a machinist with W.H. Bagshaw Company in Nashua for over 40 years.

    In his leisure time, Al enjoyed traveling to Florida for the past 15 winters. He loved the Citrus Ridge Community, and enjoyed participating in all of the activities. Al was an avid sports fan of the New England teams, particularly the Patriots and Red Sox. Mr. Macie was a member of the Main Street United Methodist Church in Nashua.

     Members of his family include two daughters and sons-in-law, Susan J. and Mark Chase and Sandra L. and Glenn Trowbridge all of Hudson; two grandchildren, Samantha Chase and Nicholas Trowbridge; a brother and sister-in-law, Maurice and Alice Macie of Newport, VT; also many nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife and parents, Al was predeceased by four sisters and two brothers.

      Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Thursday evening from 5 to 8 p.m. His funeral service will be held in the funeral home, Friday morning at 11 o’clock followed by encryptment in the Mausoleum of Woodlawn Cemetery. Friends are invited to attend. Donations may be made in his memory to the National Kidney Foundation of MA, RI, NH & VT, 814 Elm Street, Manchester, NH 03101. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE. (603) 882-0591. www.farwellfuneralservice.com

    Robert R. Jellison, 87, of Hollis, NH and formerly of Quincy, MA, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 15, 2016.

     Born in Michigan City, Indiana on August 26, 1928, he was a son of the late Berl Wayne and Eva (Bies) Jellison. After his high school graduation, Bob began a long career with the telephone company as a Division Manager for NYNEX Corporation now Verizon for nearly 45 years, retiring in 1990.                          

     A resident of Hollis since 1994, Bob had previously made his home in the Squantum area of Quincy, Massachusetts for 34 years. Bob was predeceased by his wife and favorite person, Gail T. (Schuster) Jellison, whom he married on September 6, 1947 and shared 57 years together until her passing on December 18, 2004. He was also predeceased by a son, Richard L. Jellison.

     Members of his family include three children, Mark A. Jellison of Oakland, CA, Kay L. Custeau of Quincy, MA and Robin J. Pernice of Carlisle, MA; nine grandchildren; and his sister, Florence Snyder of Hawaii.

    SERVICES: There are no calling hours. A private graveside service will take place at East Cemetery in Hollis, NH at a later date. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, NH. (603) 882-0591. www.farwellfuneralservice.com

     Kevin Edward Conroy, 60, of Nashua, NH and formerly of Lowell, MA., passed away at his home, Wednesday afternoon, April 13, 2016 surrounded by his loving family after a year long battle with cancer.

     A resident of Nashua for the past eight years, Kevin was born in Lowell on April 27, 1955 a son of Constance (Lemieux) Conroy and the late Edward Conroy. He was a graduate of St. Joseph High School in Lowell and furthered his education at the University of Massachusetts at Lowell where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in English.

     Kevin had been employed as  Sales Manager with Coca Cola Bottling Company of Lowell, MA. for the 35 years.

     In his leisure time, Kevin was a sports fan of the New England Patriots and Boston Red Sox. He especially loved spending time with his grandson, Nilo.

     Members of his family include his wife, Tammy (Duchesne) Conroy, whom he married on October 22, 1999 and shared the past 16 years; his mother, Constance Conroy of Gardner, MA; four daughters, Danielle Conroy and her partner Steven Ramos, Katelyn Conroy and her partner Ike Nnama all of Lowell, MA., April Conroy and Brooke Conroy, both of Nashua; his grandson Nilo Edward Ramos; a brother, Paul Conroy of Naples, FL; a sister, Karen Preston and her partner Bob Wentworth of Winchendon, MA; also many nieces and nephews.

SERVICES: Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Sunday afternoon, April 17^th from 2 to 5 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Joseph the Worker Parish, 777 West Hollis Street, Route 111, Nashua, Monday morning at 9:30 a.m. Interment will follow in St. Louis Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to attend and will gather at the church.  

    Marvis Jane Mellen, 88, a well-known Nashua resident, widow of Frank H. Mellen, passed away Thursday afternoon, March 31, 2016 at Southern New Hampshire Medical Center after a period of declining health.

   Lillian H. Auchterlonie, of Auburn, Maine and formerly of Hudson, NH, passed away peacefully on Wednesday morning, March 30, 2016 at St. Joseph’s Rehabilitation and Residence in Portland, Maine at the age of 100.

    Lillian was born in South Paris, Maine on May 17, 1915, the daughter of the late Paul and Amanda (Koskela) Hilden and was one of seven children. She attended schools in Auburn, ME. In her early years, Lillian worked as a dining room hostess in resort hotels in Maine, New Hampshire and Florida. She then worked for many years in retail for W.T. Grant Company and Woolworth’s in South Paris, ME, until her retirement.

     In her retirement, Lillian moved to Buttercup Hill in Hudson, NH and resided there until 2013. Throughout her years in Hudson, she was an active member of the Hudson Seniors. She participated in the organization’s building campaign and enjoyed traveling on their organized bus trips to various places in the United States and Canada. In 2013, Lillian returned to Maine and resided at Schooner Estates in Auburn until her death.

     Lillian cherished spending time with her family. She was extremely proud of all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren completing their college educations. She was a skilled knitter and truly enjoyed outfitting everyone with numerous socks and mittens. She would spend hours tending her flower and vegetable gardens and share the bounty with her family and friends.

     Members of her family include her son, Willard Young of Hudson, NH; daughter Debra and her husband Brent Smith of Auburn, ME; grandson Alexander Smith of Auburn, ME; granddaughters, Marion and her husband Sean Kraemer of Belton, TX, Elaine Stone of Webster, MA, and Cindy and her husband John Spagnuola of Narragansett, RI; and five great-grandchildren.

     The family wishes to sincerely thank the wonderful staff of both Schooner Estates and St. Joseph’s for their extraordinary care.

SERVICES: There are no calling hours. A private graveside service will take place at St. Patrick Cemetery in Hudson. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the Hudson Senior Center, Kimball Hill Road, Hudson, NH 03051. Friends and family are invited to share memories and offer their condolences by visiting the online pages at www.farwellfuneral.com  Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua. (603) 882-0591.  

    Catherine A. “Cathy” Beigel, 75, of Nashua, wife of Regis M. Beigel, passed away Monday evening, March 28, 2016 after a period of declining health. She spent the past two years at the Courville at Nashua nursing home where she was cared for by the kindest people her family ever met.

    A resident of Nashua since 1963, Catherine was born in Albany, New York on September 30, 1940, a daughter of the late Leo and Mary (Geoco) Roche. Educated in Albany schools, she attended St. James Grammar School and graduated from the Academy of Holy Name, Class of 1958.

     Cathy was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. In addition to raising her children, she served as secretary and volunteer of St. Christopher School for many years.  In her spare time, Cathy was an avid tennis player and loved to play Bridge.   

     Members of her family include her husband of 55 years, Regis M. Beigel, whom she married on November 26, 1960 at St. James Church in Albany, NY; her four children and their spouses, Jeanne and Sean McGuinness, Chris and Michelle (McGadden) Beigel, James and Sonya Kelsey Beigel, and Margaret and Ward Bennett; eight grandchildren, Tim McGuinness and his wife Laura (Mayo) McGuinness, Mike McGuinness and Chris McGuinness; Nic Beigel, Max Beigel and Valerie Beigel; and Peter Bennett and Thomas Bennett; three sisters, Mary T. Hooper, Bella McCarroll and Ann Malone all of Delmar, NY; a brother, Peter Roche of California; also many nieces, nephews and cousins.                                                

     Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Friday, April 1^st from 4 to 8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Christopher Church, 62 Manchester Street, Nashua on Saturday morning at 11 o’clock. Friends are invited to attend. Donations may be made in her memory to the Alzheimer’s Association, 166 South River Road, #210, Bedford, NH 03110. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE. (603) 882-0591. www.farwellfuneral.com

   Marion L. Zeimetz, 99, of Nashua, NH, widow of Albert B. Zeimetz, passed away Friday evening, March 25, 2016 at Catholic Medical Center in Manchester after a brief illness.

    A resident of Nashua since 1991, Mrs. Zeimetz was born in Malden, Massachusetts on April 26, 1916, a daughter of the late Oscar Joseph and Marion Louise (Aubin) Mongeau. During her early years she resided in Everett and Malden, MA and later made her home in Wakefield, MA.  Marion had been employed with Poly-Pacs, Inc. of Wakefield for many years.

    In her leisure time, Marion loved to cook and enjoyed reading and needlepoint.

She was predeceased by her husband Albert who passed away in June 1971; her daughter, Donna L. Gonzalez in 2009; her infant granddaughter, Lisa Gonzalez; her sister, Laura Magner; and a step-grandson, Michael Biberger.

     Members of her family include two sons and their wives, Richard and Clare Zeimetz of Wakefield, MA and Robert and Janice Zeimetz of Nashua, NH; three grandchildren, Michael Gonzalez, Michele Broderick and Ann Marie Zeimetz; a step-grandson, Joseph Biberger; seven great-grandchildren, Natasha, Joshua and Jada Gonzalez, Kristen and Jose Diaz, and Sara and Ryan Broderick; and a great-great-grandson, Dustin Adams.

 SERVICES: A period of visitation will be held on Monday April 4^th from 10 to 10:45 a.m. at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, NH then from 12:00-12:50 p.m at the Most Blessed Sacrament Church, Main Street, Wakefield, MA, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Forest Glade Cemetery in Wakefield.

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

Rodney S. Hansen, Jr. of Amherst passed away on Tuesday, March 15, 2016 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Nashua after a long, courageous battle with cancer.  He was 70 years old.

Rodney was born on January 11, 1946, in Olympia, Washington and was son of the late

Rodney S. and Janet (O’Leary) Hansen.  He graduated from Olympia High School in 1964.  Rodney then served with the U. S. Air Force during the Vietnam War as a Chinese linguist.  While stationed in San Angelo, Texas, he met his wife and best friend of 49 years,

Sharon E. (Martin) Hansen.  The two were married on June 30, 1967, and were relocated to Taiwan where they were stationed for the next year and a half.

Upon Rodney’s return to the states, he attended Oregon State University where he earned his Bachelor’s degree in Food Science and Technology as well as a Master’s in Business Administration.  While attending Oregon State, Rodney and Sharon’s daughter Shealu and son Rodney III were born.

Rodney had a long career in the brewing industry beginning working side by side with his father at the Olympia Brewing Company in Olympia, Washington.  He ended his career as the plant manager at the Anheuser Busch plant in Merrimack, New Hampshire in January of 2001.

Rodney loved so many things in his life. Whether it was developing and supporting his staff throughout his career or enjoying his family, cars, boat, or motorcycle, he exuded positive energy.  He was also an avid swimmer and tennis player who loved fishing at the lake and being a member of the Viper Club.  In addition, he was a devoted board member of the United Way of Greater Nashua.  Above all, Rodney loved and took great pride in his wife, children, and grandchildren.  He thoroughly enjoyed watching his grandchildren participate in sports, rarely missing practices and always present at games.

Rodney is survived by his wife, Sharon, his daughter and son-in-law, Shealu and Kevin Bishop of Weare, New Hampshire, his son Rodney S. Hansen, III of Barre, Vermont, three grandchildren; Blaine, Cameron, and Cali Bishop; a sister and four brothers; Marion Nelson, Chris, Jan, and Tom Hansen of Washington; and Eric Hansen or Oregon, as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Hampshire Hills in Milford, New Hampshire on Saturday March 26^th from 5 to 8pm.  In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the United Way of Greater Nashua, 20 Broad Street, Nashua, New Hampshire 03064. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua. (603) 882-0591. www.farwellfuneral.com

   Judy V. McKenzie, 77, of Nashua and formerly of Beacon, NY and Fort Pierce, FL, passed away Monday morning, March 7, 2016 at the Community Hospice House in Merrimack, surrounded by her loving family.

    Mrs. McKenzie was born in Beacon, New York on September 13, 1938, a daughter of the late Harry Sylvester and Lillian (Caulkin) Tripp. Educated in New York, she was a graduate of Beacon High School Class of 1955. Judy had been employed with I.B.M. (International Business Machines) in East Fiskhill, NY for many years.

    An accomplished artist, Judy also loved traveling around the USA and visiting lighthouses. She enjoyed going to flee markets and yard sales and playing cards.

     Judy was the wife of the late Junior P. “Mac” McKenzie who died in June 2012; and was predeceased by her son, Robert Grant “Bobby” Adams Jr. who died in 1990; and a sister, Jeanne Joseph in 2003.

     Members of her family include her daughters, Lorey Raymond of Beacon, NY and Jill Adams Gage of Nashua; her sons-in-law, David W. Raymond of Beacon, NY and Edward E. “Jody” Gage III of Nashua; three grandchildren, Julius Raymond and his wife Charissa, Brittany Raymond and Ashley Raymond; three great-grandchildren, E.J., David and Jiordyn Quiles; a sister, Evelyn Westbrook of North Carolina; also a niece and nephews.

    SERVICES: There are no calling hours. A Graveside Service will take place at Fiskhill Rural Cemetery, Fiskhill, NY where Judy and her husband Mac will be laid to rest on Saturday, April 9^th.  Friends wishing to express their sympathy may send donations in her memory to the American Diabetes Association, New Hampshire Affiliate, 249 Canal Street, Manchester, NH. A Celebration of Her Life will take place in Nashua at a later date. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua. (603) 882-0591. www.farwellfuneralservice.com   

Stanley J. Grzesik Jr., 84, a resident of NH and MA, passed away of natural causes on Monday evening, March 7^h, 2016. Stanley resided in Nashua, NH with his wife of 55 years, Lillian Grzesik, who passed away March 16, 2014.

Stanley was born in Lowell, MA, on February 4^th, 1932, the son of the late Stanley and Stella Grzesik. Stanley graduated from Keith Academy, Lowell, MA, and then served in the Army during the Korean War. Upon his return from service, Stanley attended Lowell Technical Institute and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering. Stanley spent 20 years working at Sanders Associates in Nashua.

Stanley was a wonderful person and devoted father, and loved to spend time with his children. Stanley was an outdoor enthusiast, enjoying camping, fishing, hunting and skiing, and his love of the outdoors is now shared by his 3 children. Stanley was also a sporting fan, and he generously donated his time to coach several youth baseball league organizations.

Upon retirement, Stanley was a volunteer and donated his time at the Senior Center and Parish of the Resurrection in Nashua. Stanley was also a member of the Knights of Columbus.

Stanley was pre-deceased by his wife, Lillian (Chmieleski) Grzesik, and his granddaughter, Abby Grzesik. Stanley is survived by his son Tony and his wife Diane of Merrimack; his daughter Stasia Dionne and her husband Dr. Pierre Dionne of Hudson; his son Ted and his wife Christine of Conway; nine grandchildren; his sister, Catherine Michalczyk; his sister, Pauline Dunn; and his brother, John Grzesik.

Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Friday evening from 5 to 8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in the Parish of the Resurrection, 449 Broad Street, Nashua, Saturday morning at 11 o’clock. Interment will follow in St. Stanislaus Cemetery. Friends are invited to attend and will gather at the church. Donations may be made in his memory to Make- A- Wish Foundation, 814 Elm Street, #300, Manchester, NH 03101. Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE. (603) 882-0591. www.farwellfuneralservice.com