George E. Oulundsen, Jr., 86, a longtime resident of Nashua, passed away peacefully on Sunday afternoon, April 13, 2025, after a period of declining health, with his wife by his side.
Born in West Hartford, Connecticut, on January 11, 1939, George was the son of the late George E. and Margaret (Roche) Oulundsen. He grew up in West Hartford and was an Eagle Scout. George furthered his education at Providence College, where he graduated with a BA degree, and later received a MS from the University of Connecticut. He served in the Army Reserves for 17 years, achieving the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.
In 1969, George began a long career as an Applications Engineer with Millipore (now MilliporeSigma) in Laurel, Maryland, and continued with the firm in Bedford, Massachusetts, until his retirement after 50 years in 2019. During his long career, he co-authored a patent and formed enduring friendships with his co-workers, he affectionately referred to as his MilliporeSigma family.
Since moving to Nashua in 1972, George became deeply embedded in the community, forming a vast network of lifelong friendships. He actively participated in various local organizations, taking particular pride in his contributions to Home, Health & Hospice Care and serving as the Chairman of the Committee to study new technology for a trash-burning power plant. In his leisure time, he enjoyed gardening, a plethora of DIY projects, and was an avid reader of history and science. George was incredibly active and supportive of his grandchildren and could be found in various hockey rinks, lacrosse fields, dance competitions and school events throughout the Northeast.
In addition to his parents, George was predeceased by his first wife, Judith (Webster) Oulundsen, who passed away in May 1982, and his brothers, Terry Oulundsen and Harry Oulundsen.
George is survived by his wife of 38 years, Elaine J. (Keech) Oulundsen, whom he married on March 13, 1987; his sons and daughters-in-law, George E. III and Carole of Belchertown, MA, and Nils O. and Pamela of Exeter, NH; four grandchildren, George E. “Ted” IV, Owen, Max, and Lily; two sisters-in-law, Judy Buckley (widow of Terry Oulundsen) of Durham, NC, and Ellen Oulundsen (widow of Harry Oulundsen) of Ponte Vedra, FL; and many nieces and nephews.
Calling hours will be held at the FARWELL FUNERAL HOME, 18 Lock Street, Nashua, on Thursday, April 24th, from 4 to 7 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Joseph The Worker Church, 777 West Hollis Street, Route 111, Nashua, on Friday, April 25th at 10 a.m. Interment will follow in Edgewood Cemetery. Friends are invited to attend. A reception will follow the services – all are welcome.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Home Health & Hospice Care at Options for Giving ⋆ Home Health & Hospice Care; or the Nashua International Sculpture Symposium at Get Involved – Nashua International Sculpture Symposium
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