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Nancy DeStefano Obituary
Concord, NH - Nancy R. (Thompson) DeStefano, 92, died peacefully at the Havenwood Health Care Center on December 23rd after fighting a courageous battle with vascular dementia.
She was born in Concord, NH, the daughter of the late Harley and Cora (Hannigan) Thompson. She was a 1950 graduate of St. John's High School in Concord. She retired from the Post Secondary Education Department for the State of NH after over 30 years of employment, and received her Associates Degree (Accounting) with honors from the NH Technical Institute in Concord in 1980.
She was predeceased by her parents, her sisters Elizabeth and Jeannie and her husband of 65 years, Thomas DeStefano. She is survived by her son, Stephen (Ellen) DeStefano of Bow, NH, by her daughter, Diane (Kevin Temple) DeStefano of Concord, NH, by her cherished grandchildren and great grandchildren who knew her as "Gma," as well as several nieces and nephews. Nancy loved to jitterbug dance, travel, go on cruises, exercise to include golf and cross country skiing, go to the theater, sing and listen to the Irish Tenors.
A mass of Christian burial will be held at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 180 Loudon Road in Concord on Saturday, January 4th at 10:30 a.m., followed by a reception in the Church Hall. Burial will be held privately at a separate time. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Pope Memorial SPCA or Bishop Brady High School in her honor.
Our heartfelt thanks go out to the entire staff of the first floor Havenwood Healthcare Center, for their kindness, compassion and exceptional care, along with the entire Amedysis Hospice team.
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Len Russell
February 4, 2025
As an auditor with the State in the 80´s, my first assignment was Post Secondary. It was here I met Nancy and a wonderful person she was. Now retired, I think of Nancy time to time as I reflect back to those people that bring pleasant memories. It was later I worked with her son Steve in the legislature and he too was a joy to work with. Knowing his mother was Nancy, it all makes perfect sense. Great family and rest assured she led a wonderful life of work and family. Grateful our paths crossed.
Judie Richards Long
January 28, 2025
Steve and Diane I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dumont Family
January 6, 2025
On behalf of the entire Dumont Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Craig Keeler
January 3, 2025
Steve,
Sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom.
My thoughts are with you and your family.
Craig Keeler
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Bob and Denise Wester
January 2, 2025
Our condolences Steve and family. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
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January 1, 2025
Thinking of Nancy´s whole family. It was a pleasure to know her and all of you.
Jim Hayes
January 1, 2025
Steve - I was sorry to learn of the passing of your mother.
Shirley S and Michael S Colby
December 31, 2024
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Shirley S. and Michael
S. Colby
8-10 Waverly Street
Concord. NH 03301-4504
Betsy Boomhower
December 31, 2024
Dear Stephen, Diane, and Family. Your mom was truly one of the nicest people I ever met. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.
Betsy (Rand) Wedel
December 31, 2024
Dear Ellen, Stephen and family,
So sorry for your loss. May all your memories help ease your pain at this difficult time.
With love,
Betsy
Lori Nerbonne
December 30, 2024
I’m sorry and send sympathy & caring thoughts to the DeStefano family. Casey was a great support to John & our family when his Nana was very ill in the ICU; it’s a gesture I will never forget. Wishing you comfort in the many memories you hold.
Hugs.
Lori & family.
The Entire Staff of Waters Funeral Home
December 31, 2024
Offering our deepest condolences at this difficult time.
Dorothy Quiros
December 30, 2024
Diane so sorry to hear about your Mom.
Andrew LeMay
December 30, 2024
Steve,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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