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Irene McDevitt Obituary
She was born in Ludlow, Mass., June 2, 1925, daughter of the late Martin and Julia (Wojcik) Czarnik.
For many years she lived and raised her family in Dover. For the past year, she resided at Birch Heights Retirement Community in Derry.
She graduated nursing school from the Springfield Hospital School of Nursing in 1946 and was a registered nurse for over 50 years. She was a past parishioner of St. Catherine Church in Manchester and currently a parishioner of Holy Cross Church in Derry. She was the widow of John P. McDevitt, who died in 1980. Her greatest joy in life was spending time with her family. She was so proud of them.
Family members include two sons, Timothy E. McDevitt of Clinton, Conn., and Dennis M. McDevitt of Raleigh, N.C.; four daughters, Susan J. Karsten of Campton, Debbie A. Finch of Candia, Marcia J. Conte of Ithaca, N.Y., and Tricia J. McDevitt of Bonita Springs, Fla.; eight loving grandchildren, Matthew, Lindsay, Troy, Katy, Alexandra, Anna, Ryan, and Megan; a sister, Jean Kennedy of Lebanon, Ohio; and nephews, nieces and cousins. She was predeceased by a brother, Richard Czarnik.
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SERVICES: Calling hours are Wednesday, Aug. 31, from 6 to 8 p.m. in Phaneuf Funeral Homes and Crematorium, 243 Hanover St., Manchester. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Thursday, Sept. 1, at 10:30 a.m. in St. Catherine Church, Manchester. Committal services will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery, Dover. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the charity of one's choice. For more information or to view an online tribute, go to www.phaneuf.net.
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Memories and Condolences
for Irene McDevitt
September 21, 2011
Marcia, John, Alex, and Anna,
We are so sorry that you have lost such a special part of your lives. She was so kind and a joy to talk with the few times we were fortunate enough to meet with her. She always had something to "chat" about with a wonderful, heart-felt smile.
I am sure that smile with be carried with you in all your memories of her. Please know our thoughts are with all of you!! Marc, Michaela, and Alexandra Purdy
Jen Wozmak
September 12, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you. Tricia, I have wonderful memories of your mom. She made the best chocolate chip cookies!
Stasia Turner
September 7, 2011
Hey Everyone this is Stasia I am still feeling bad for the lost of Irene to She was my one and I really loved my cousins to Troy and Katie. I hope every one is doing a little better. I have been praying for her when i go to church. Send my loves to the Finch and Mcdevitt family to From Stasia Turner
Linda LaChance
August 31, 2011
My sincere sympathy to all of the McDevitt family.May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together.My thoughts and prayers are with you.Susan,I will always remember your mother.She was a superb individual who shared many years with all her children. God will comfort all of you.
Gerry Munley
August 30, 2011
Marcia, John, Alex, and Anna,
Barb and I are so sorry to hear about Irene's passing. She was such a nice lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love Barb and Gerry
August 29, 2011
Dear Susan,
Dick and Christopher join me in sending you and all your family our loving sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you that God will support and sustain you all. Fondly, Pat Topham
Ken Schuler
August 28, 2011
Tricia, I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Carolyn Walsh Risser
August 28, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. My Mother, Mary Walsh worked with your Mom, and always knew it would be a great shift to work when your Mom was there! Please know you are in my prayers.
Carolyn Walsh Risser
Marleen (Keefe) Raymond
August 28, 2011
To all of the McDevitt family members, so sorry of your mom/grandma's passing. I was one of the neighborhood children of Dover and Mrs. McDevitt's daughter Debbie babysat me (Marleen) and my sister (Debbie). God will comfort all of you in this time of sorrow and to remember all of the joyous moments with your mom.
Gail Carignan Urban
August 28, 2011
My deepest sympathy to all of you. Irene was my mentor when I was a brand new nurse at Dover Rehab. Her professionalism and caring kindness touched all of the Residents and laid a wonderful foundation for my career. She spoke of her children and family often. May your treasured memories give you peace.
Rick & Anita MacNeil
August 28, 2011
Sue, We are so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. We will
pray for her.
Rick & Anita MacNeil
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