Gail Ann Heald, 63, of Amherst, NH and formerly of Nashua for many years, passed away Tuesday afternoon, February 7, 2023 after a brief illness. Gail was the wife of the late Arthur D. Heald, Jr.
Born in Germany on March 4, 1959, she was a daughter of the late Robert A. and Rose M. (Klinzing) LaFreniere. During her early years, Gail lived in Japan and California during her father’s 22 year career in the Army. After moving to Nashua in the mid 1960’s, Gail attended Nashua schools and graduated from Nashua High School Class of 1977.
Gail loved taking care of children and owned and operated a daycare in her home for many years. Many of those children became a big part of her life and remained very close with her and became a part of her family. She loved spending time with her children and grandchildren; was an avid reader and loved her dog Winston.
In addition to her parents, Gail was predeceased by her husband Arthur, who passed away August 13, 2004. They were married on April 22, 1989 and shared 15 years together. She was also predeceased by her brother, Alan Wayne LaFreniere in 2020.
Members of her family include her daughters, Jennifer L. Burda and Megan R. Johnson and her husband Brendan Johnson; and five grandchildren, Lindsey, Logan, Ty and Hendrix Burda, and Mason Johnson.
Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, on Monday, February 13th from 5 to 8 p.m. A Graveside service will take place in Edgewood Cemetery, 107 Amherst Street, Nashua, Tuesday, February 14th at Noon. Friends are invited to attend and will meet at the cemetery. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com
