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Eileen Nadeau Obituary

Eileen F. Nadeau
1925 - 2014
Springfield
Eileen F. (Murphy) Nadeau, 88, a longtime resident of the East Springfield section of Springfield, was Called Safely Home on Friday, March 28, 2014. She entered into Eternal Life at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield surrounded by the care and comfort of her family. She was born in Springfield on June 13, 1925, a daughter of the late Thomas and Anna (Kennedy) Murphy. She was raised in the Hungry Hill section of Springfield, graduated in 1944 from the former Technical High School in Springfield and was a lifelong resident of the city. For many years, Eileen and her family summered at Little Alum Lake in Brimfield and wintered in Fort Myers Beach, Florida which they enjoyed. Her work career spanned many years and included the Paramount Theater, American Bosch and General Accident Company, all in Springfield; and Elmcrest Country Club in East Longmeadow. Active in her faith, she was a longtime communicant of the former Saint Mary Church, now Mary, Mother of Hope Church, in East Springfield where she was a member of their Women's Club. She was also a member of the John Boyle O'Reilly Club in Springfield. She leaves her beloved husband and best friend, Retired Springfield District Fire Chief, George "Clem" Nadeau. They were married on November 22, 1952 at Sacred Heart Church in Springfield and were blessed with over 61 years of happiness together. She also leaves her three children, Ann Marie Balboni and her husband, Stephen, of Springfield, Joseph A. Nadeau and his wife, Sarah, of Chicopee, and Bettina M. Nadeau of Brimfield; her grandchildren, Nichol Duffany and her husband, Aaron, Stephanie Cuoco and her husband, Andrew, Rachel Nadeau and Timothy Haggerty; her three great grandchildren, Chelsea Marie Duffany, Charlee Ann Duffany and Logan Cuoco; and many nephews, nieces, cousins, and extended members of the Nadeau and Murphy families. Besides her parents, she was also predeceased by her sisters and brother, Mary Morrisino, John "Jack" Murphy and Elizabeth "Betty" Caporale. Her funeral will be held on Wednesday morning, April 2, 2014 beginning at the St. Pierre - Phaneuf Springfield Chapels, (413-737-1177), 7 Chapin Terrace, Springfield, MA 01107, (funeral home will open at 8:30 a.m.), followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in Mary, Mother of Hope Church, 840 Page Boulevard, East Springfield, MA 01104. Her burial will follow the Mass at Saint Patrick Cemetery, 168 Fuller Road, Chicopee, MA 01020. Her family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday, April 1, 2014 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Her family has requested that memorial donations be made in her memory to either Saint Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 Saint Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-1942 or to Mary, Mother of Hope Church, 840 Page Boulevard, Springfield, MA 01104. For more details, please visit: www.stpierrephaneuf.com

Published by The Republican from Mar. 30 to Mar. 31, 2014.
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Bettina & family,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your siblings as you mourn the loss of your mother. Love You Uncle John & Auntie Ellie.

April 20, 2014

My deepest sympathies to the entire Nadeau family.I am just hearng this for the first time and am deeply sorry for not saying a prayer and my goodbye to Eileen.I will say my prayer tonight and im sure she will receive it.May God bless you Eileen and bless the whole Nadeau family

Bob Goodreau

April 20, 2014

With deepest sympathy,
The Gleasons

April 3, 2014

Bettina and family...sincerest condolences on the loss of your mom.

Lori Wood

April 2, 2014

May God bless your family during this painful time. I always enjoyed chatting with Eileen. She was a beautiful person inside and out.

Michele Cardinal RN

April 1, 2014

Clem, please accept my sincerest condolences upon the passing of Mrs. Nadeau.
Cyndi and I send our thoughts and prayers during this time.
Reflect on the many memories of Eileen and they will remind you of the happiness you had together.

Mitch Ogulewicz
Former Springfield City Councilor

Mitch Ogulewicz

April 1, 2014

Clem, I am deeply sorry for your lose. Eileen was a lovely lady, always so happy and filled with the love of the Lord. I have wonderful memories of Eileen from the General Accident days. I well remember the excitement both of you shared when you moved into your home on East Street.

May the Good and Gracious Lord hold Eileen's beautiful soul in the palm of His hand.

Dan Kennedy

March 31, 2014

From across the miles we are thinking of you. So wish we could be there to celebrate her life.

Kathy & Michael Phelps

March 31, 2014

Mr.Nadeau and family, My thoughts and prayers to you all at this difficult time. I remember Mrs. Nadeau as always being so kind, caring and a good friend to my mother.

Mary Walsh

March 31, 2014

Dearest Clem and family with deepest sympathy to all of you. we all loved Murph dearly with so many years of fond memories, the Connie Perry Family

March 31, 2014

Ann, Joe and Bettina: So sorry for your loss, your mom was a wonderful person. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Maureen (Mulcahy) Houle

Maureen Houle

March 31, 2014

Clem good florida memories Hugh JOAN Dick and I WHEN YOU AND Eileen WERE PASSING THROUGH

JEANNETTE WILLIAMS

March 31, 2014

Clem, so sorry to hear of your loss. My family will pray for Eileen,and for you to find strength during this difficult time. God bless you.

Rich Roberts

March 31, 2014

Clem, so sorry I will miss seeing her smiling face whenever I met up with you two

Rose Pickett

March 31, 2014

Clem, Anne, Bettina and Joe, So so sorry for your loss. Loved
Eileen, she's always been in our prayers. She's in capable hands now.

March 31, 2014

Clem, you are in my thoughts and prayers of the loss of your best friend and wife Eileen. You have my deepest sympathy

vikki pitts

March 31, 2014

To the Nadeau Family,
Clem, Joe, so sorry for your loss. Clem it seems just like yesterday we were talking in church about how good she was doing., its been a rough few years for you both.My prayers are with you. Bev Simonet,neighbor

March 31, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

John Niziankowicz

March 31, 2014

So sorry for your loss . Eileen always was a kind and friendly lady.

Jack & Bonnie Partyka

March 31, 2014

Clem so sorry to hear of your loss. Eileen was a wonderful lady.

Jim & Pat Foard

March 30, 2014

Robertson Family

March 30, 2014

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