Charles “Les” Adie, 86, of Nashua NH, devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2023 after a long illness.
Les was born on December 25th, 1936 to the late Charles L. and Anna (Michalik) Adie of Lowell, MA. He graduated from Keith Academy in 1954 and went on to Notre Dame University where he received his degree in Bio-Chemistry. He later earned his Master’s degree in Mathematics from Boston College.
His first teaching job was at Wilmington High School in Wilmington MA, which began a long career in education and mathematics. He taught at Nashua High School and Moody Junior High in Lowell MA. before settling in as a Math Professor at Northern Essex Community College, where he mentored and inspired students for the next 30 years. During his tenure, he also served as Chairman of the Math Department. He retired from Northern Essex in 1997 and was awarded Professor Emeritus in 2005. Once retired, Les continued to teach as an adjunct Professor of Mathematics at Southern New Hampshire University for several years.
Les was a member of many professional organizations, including the Association of Two-Year Colleges, American Mathematical Society, Chairman of the Massachusetts Advisory Board, Treasurer of NECC Faculty Association, and served on the Board of Directors for the Massachusetts Teachers Association.
Les enjoyed traveling with his wife and extended family members, wintering the snowy months in Florida, and spending time in his workshop where he passed on his love of woodworking and tinkering to his children and grandchildren. He was a devoted Notre Dame alumnus, serving as President and Treasurer of the Notre Dame Club of NH, and was a lifelong fan of Notre Dame Fighting Irish football. He ran his own handyman business, Adie Associates, for many years, and was always willing to help with a building project or fix anything that was broken. He will be remembered for his 4th of July bonfires, smooth jitter-bugging, and spirited polka dancing. He left a lasting and loving impression on family, friends, and neighbors.
Les is predeceased by his parents and his sister Carol. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Joanne, three children and their spouses: John and Anjie Adie of Nashua NH, Jean Adie and Tom Dwane of Bethlehem, NH, and Judy and Shannon Surdam of Franklin NH; eight grandchildren: Amanda, Kimberly, John, Rebecca, Benjamin, Oliver, Emma, and Andrew; and five great-grandchildren: Ayden, Matthew, Rory, Isabella, and Addalyn. He is also survived by his sister, Paula Carroll, and her husband Bill of Bridgewater NJ, as well as several nieces, nephews, and many loving extended family members.
All who knew and loved Les are invited to celebrate this lovable man at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua on Friday, June 9th from 4 to 7 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Christopher Church, 62 Manchester Street, Nashua, Saturday, June 10th at 10 a.m. Family and friends are invited to gather at the church. Interment will take place in St. Francis Xavier Cemetery at a later date.
Donations may be made in Les’ memory to Corpus Christi Food Pantry, 3 Crown Street Nashua NH 03060 or to the Community Hospice House, 7 Executive Park Drive, Merrimack, NH 03054. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com
