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Myrna Dandridge Obituary
Born in Boston, Mass. on March 31, 1941, she was the daughter of Samuel and Jean (Gluck) Miller, and was raised in Portsmouth. She was a resident of Connecticut for many years before returning to Portsmouth four years ago. Myrna was employed as a bartender at the Submarine Base in Groton, and also worked at CVS. She was a member of the Red Hats, enjoyed traveling, baking, and was a formidable shopper focusing on thrift stores and yard sales with an emphasis on jewelry.
Survivors include her life partner of thirty one years, David Filardi; a son, MSgt. Mark J. Dandridge USAF (Ret.) and wife, Susan, of Somersworth, N.H.; a daughter, Laura Ann Dandridge and partner, Ewa, of Ledyard; grandchildren, Jake Dandridge of San Antonio, Texas, Samantha Matte of Somersworth, N.H.; a sister, Phyllis Lima; niece, Cindy Bronzetti; nephew, Alan Bronzetti, all of Portsmouth; and her beloved cat, Suzy.
Visiting hours will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 6, at the Farrell Funeral Home, 684 State St., Portsmouth, N.H. The service and burial will be held at the convenience of the family.
Memorials may be made to Beacon Hospice, 95 Brewery Lane, Suite 10, Portsmouth, NH 03801.
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laura dandridge
November 28, 2011
Mom, I want to say that I will forever cherish the time we spent together. Frolicking in the Bahamas, Aruba, N.H. Thanks for taking care of me during my surgeries. There is not a minute that passes, whether it is in my waking hour or my dreams that I don't think about you.You are forever in my heart and my soul....I love you snappy nanny...your beloved daughter Laura
Susan Dandridge
November 8, 2011
Snappy I want to tell you that you were the best mother-in-law a girl could ever have. We had so much in common from our love for thrift stores and yard sales to our favorite color (purple). I wish you were here to be my shopping companion, and I miss your great stories! I love you so much Snap, and I feel blessed to have moved here to make some memories with you. We had a wonderful summer, and I will never forget Boothbay, and our matching sweatshirts! Love and miss you so much!
Your daughter-in-law,
Susan
Dottie Bearse
November 7, 2011
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of our dear friend, Myrna. We know how difficult it is to loose a loved one. Our hearts and thoughts are with you all. She will be missed.
Dottie Bearse & Ellie Johnson
Dave Filardi
November 6, 2011
Snappy,my partner,my friend and companion for the last thirty years I miss you so much!! I know you were put on Earth to make me happpy and to keep me laughing. You loved to travel I just wish I could carry your bags on this your last trip. Please know that I loved you then, I love you now and will always love you forever. Your friend and companion, Dave
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Mark Dandridge
November 6, 2011
Mom, one more thing, I would like to have just one more day so I could hold you, hug you, tell you how much I love you and what a wonderful mother you were. Also, to look through all the pictures you took over the years because I know how much you loved looking through pictures. I LOVE YOU so very much! Love, Mark
Anne McCurry
November 6, 2011
Myrna was one of my best friends growing up in Portsmouth-we had so much fun together as teens. I loved Sam,Jean,Phyllis and Teddy. Sam sold snowcones on the air base. We had so much fun together when she worked at the drug store-me,Myrna and Carole (Walker)Hefty.So many great memories.I am sorry we drifted apart in the last few years.God bless her and her family that she loved so much and must leave behind. Anne McCurry
Miki Leighton
November 6, 2011
Dear Mark and Laura, I am so sorry for your loss! Your Mom was a wonderful women. I will always remember how much she made me laugh! She enjoyed life to its fullest! She will be missed but never forgotten. My thoughts are with you. May she rest in peace.
David Filardi
November 5, 2011
Snappy, my life partner,I miss you so much and will always love you. You always loved to travel, I'm sorry I can't be there to carry your bags on this trip. Just know that it was an honor to have been with you for the last thirty years,and an even bigger honor to have been able to care for you in your last days. I love you now and will always love you. Your partner,your friend,Dave
Mark Dandridge
November 5, 2011
Mom, I love you so much. You are the greatest mother any son could wish for. You always supported me and were always proud of me. I can't thank you enough for telling me to join the Air Force and not the Army. I came into this world in your arms and you left the world in my arms. I LOVE YOU and you will forever be in my heart. Love Mark
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