The skilled yet gentle hands of Mary J. Nelson of Westmoreland, NH, also a former resident of Keene, NH and Newport, NH, became still with her passing on December 25, 2017 at the Maplewood Nursing Home in Westmoreland, NH.
Her parents, Joseph H. and Mary E. (Butler) Cheney, proudly welcomed their daughter into the world on July 6, 1932 in Marlborough, NH.
Mary grew up in Marlborough and was a 1950 graduate of Marlborough High School. While in high school, Mary excelled as a member of the girls basketball team, and was team captain in her senior year.
Mary’s work career reflected her enjoyment of interacting with young people. She worked for many years as a cashier at the Keene High School cafeteria, and later as an office assistant in the Student Union at Keene State College. She had a great relationship with many students on campus who would always seek out “Mrs. Nelson” for help with any administrative problems.
Mary’s skilled hands created many wonderful ceramic pieces. Her beautiful ceramic Christmas trees and loons are family favorites. She was also talented at crocheting, making beautiful quilts for her family as well. Mary also took great pride in tending to her floral and vegetable gardens, as well as baking wonderful treats for everyone.
Mary’s greatest joy in life was her family. Holidays, family events and vacations created many wonderful memories over the years. Her unconditional love, caring and kindness will always be remembered.
She will be greatly missed by many, especially her three sons, David E. Nelson of Keene, Earl D. Nelson of Marlborough, Mark E. Nelson of Stoddard; six grandchildren, Erica Taylor, Leslie Nelson Imonetti, Mark R. Nelson, Jessica Perra, Brian Perra, Mandy Johnson; 10 great-grandchildren, Aubrey Taylor, Brendan Taylor, Logan Ritchie, Ryan Nelson, Skylar Nelson, Cayden Nelson, Sophia Johnson, Mark E. Nelson II, Meghan Taylor, Piper Imonetti; a sister, Jacquelyn Zack of Bedford, New Hampshire; and many nieces and nephews.
Mary was predeceased by her husband of 60 years, Earl C. Nelson, on May 5, 2013; and a brother, Joseph E. Cheney.
Mary’s family would like to thank the wonderful and dedicated staff of the Maplewood Nursing Home for the kindness and care provided during her 9 ½ years as a resident there.
Burial will be in the spring in the Evergreen Cemetery,
Source: Eagle Times January 2, 2018.
Courtesy of Contributor: Anonymous (47283828) :
"He was born in Westmoreland, Sept. 27, 1934. He grew up in Winchester and was a 1952 graduate of Thayer High School. While in high school, he participated on the school’s sports teams, excelling in basketball and baseball.
Mr. Nelson worked for 38 years with Public Service of New Hampshire, first as a lineman, then as truck supervisor, and later as an electrical superintendent in the Newport office of Public Service. A resident of Newport for 24 years, Mr. Nelson was a member of the Newport Lions Club. He returned to Keene in 2005.
He served in the U.S. Army Reserve. He also served for many years as a part-time police officer for the city of Keene. He was active in the Big Brothers Big Sisters, and was a member of the Keene Elks Club. He enjoyed playing softball and bowling, hunting and fishing. He also enjoyed coin collecting, and was an avid landscaper and gardener, taking great pride in his handiwork around his home. His favorite pastime was the special time spent with his family. He was a proud father and a true gentleman with a kind heart, terrific sense of humor and lovable personality."...
May 8, 2013 in the Keene Sentinel.