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Orina Manghis Obituary
DOVER, N.H. -- Orina A. Manghis, 102, formerly of Waldron Towers, died on Wednesday, April 27, 2011, at the Rochester Manor.
She was born in Lowell, Mass., on Dec. 21, 1908, the daughter of Henry and Agnes (Bernier) Chretien and resided in Dover, N.H., from 1943 to 1966. She moved to Salisbury, Mass., and returned to Dover in 1993. She was a former employee of Clarostat Manufacturing Co.
She was an avid knitter and made many mittens and hats for the Salvation Army and afghans for babies with AIDS and un-wed mothers as well as knitting many lap-robes for Veterans. She also traveled extensively, was an avid reader and loved to play BINGO.
She is survived by her daughters, Shirley Gagnon of Somersworth, N.H., and Lorraine McHugh of Rochester, N.H.; grandchildren, Donna and Susan Abraham of South Portland, Paul Abraham of Marina del Rey, Calif., Jane and Larry Williams of Windham, Elenor Gitschier of Dover, N.H., Peter Gitschier and Donna Bolstridge of Berwick, Kimberly Boston of Rochester, N.H., and Shawn McKay; and great-grandchildren, Jennifer Boston, Nicole and John Burke, Mathew Bolstridge, Megan Gitschier and Haley and Elijah Williams. She also leaves two brothers, William and Roland Chretien, and a sister, Shirley Allard, all of Salisbury, Mass.; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her two husbands, Peter Kuchulis and John Manghis; her daughters, Pauline Abraham and Doris Maty; and her siblings, Arthur Chretien, Frances Hoare, Claire Gentile, Theresa Fowler and Agnes Nelson.
The family wishes to extend their sincere thanks to the wonderful staff at the Rochester Manor for the tender loving care given to our mother.
Friends may call on Saturday from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. at the Tasker Funeral Home, 621 Central Ave., Dover, N.H., followed by Mass of Christian Burial being celebrated at 11 a.m. at the Parish of the Assumption, St. Mary Church, corner of Chestnut and Third Streets, Dover. Burial will follow at 3 p.m. at Belleville Cemetery, Newburyport, Mass. Please go to www.taskerfh.com to sign the on-line guest book.
Memorials in her name
may be made to:
St. Jude's Children's Hospital
501 Memorial Place
Memphis, Tennessee 38105-9956
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Memories and Condolences
for Orina Manghis
May 3, 2011
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
Maureen Butterfield
May 2, 2011
Lorraine & Shirly: Your Mom was a grand lady and I was lucky enough to know her well. You both share fond memories and in your quiet private hours you'll reflect on the happy times. My sincerest condolences.
Maureen Butterfield
May 1, 2011
may god bless you and all of your family as a wonderful lady lived a long long life may her memories live on forever may god bledd you all threw these trying times
Megan Gitschier
May 1, 2011
If tears could build a stairway
and memories a lane
I'd walk right up to heaven
and bring you home again
Rest In Peace Meme ?
i love you, forever.
Lisa Ecenarro
April 30, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. Peace will enter your hearts with a Nana / Mom memory.
Lisa Ecenarro
April 30, 2011
OHHH Sweet Nana, There has been very few women I have met as kind as you. I have pictures , crafts and most important memories of you I will forever hold in my heart. You will be missed by every life you have touched. RIP Nana.
Residents of Rochester Manor
April 30, 2011
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
April 29, 2011
Dear Shirl and Babe,
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of the family. Your mom lived a good life and was quite a lady. Your memories will go on forever. She is at peace.
Love, Patti and John
Rolande Jacques
April 29, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Ray & Helen Bolstridge
April 29, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Judy Allaire
April 29, 2011
When Orina came to Waldron Towers she brought her beautiful smile, happiness and love! Loved to play bingo and wouldn't miss a game! Enjoyed having her with us! God Bless her family!
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