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Darlene Lawrence Obituary

MERRIMACK - Darlene I. Lawrence, 61, of Merrimack, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Thursday, April 30, 2015.She was born on Oct. 25, 1953, in Lowell, Mass., to Dana (Taylor) Isherwood and the late Francis Snay.Darlene was last employed as a pesticide certification coordinator for the State of New Hampshire's Department of Agriculture.Darlene was passionate about life. She had many hobbies and interests, including rock music, arts and crafts and love for Newfoundlands.Members of her family include two sons and a daughter-in-law, Joe Lawrence and his wife, Nenita of Merrimack, and Jason Lawrence of Manchester; a daughter, Jennifer Ladue of Merrimack; six grandchildren; a brother, Michael Snay of North Carolina; four sisters, Susan Petrucelli of Tennessee, Diane Snay-Paladino of Nashua, Carolyn Goosen and Janet Witherspoon of Oregon; along with several nieces and nephews..

SERVICES: Calling hours will be held at the Rivet Funeral Home, 425 Daniel Webster Highway, Merrimack, on Thursday, May 7, from 4 to 8 p.m.A service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Friday, May 8 at 11 a.m.For those who wish, memorial donations can be made to That Newfoundland Place, Inc., 554 Pucker St., Coventry, CT 06238.To sign an online guestbook, go to rivetfuneralhome.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Union Leader on May 6, 2015.

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Suzanne Petrucelli

April 30, 2021

6 years,,, you are missed by so many people you have touched in their lives. Only is Heaven wasn't so far away.

Suzanne Petrucelli

April 30, 2020

5 years,, I miss you. #celebrateyourlife
Will always love you, will never forget you. Brat Princess XO

Jen Lawrence

May 21, 2015

I love u mom and can't imagine a life without u, I am heartbroken and my kids r missing and loving you!! Dream on in heaven and haunt me here and there. I love u and u were my best friend. Everyone loved u and u deserved to b here for ever and deserved ur happily ever after. It hurts to my core u didnt get it. u were one of the good ones!! And it's not fair. I love and miss u like no other. Rock on in heaven and know we r all here to b haunted....especially Alexa because that would just b fun!

Landscaping friends

May 14, 2015

Today we heard the news. We are sure Aerosmith will sing the blues. We always looked forward to the days we would call you. We always thought of you as one of the crew. We hope your laughter will carry on through and true.

Lynn Gallop

May 13, 2015

I send my sincerest condolences to Darlene's family. She was a wonderful, caring woman. She always had a smile ready and a helpful hand to whomever came to her. I will miss her hugs. I had known her from the Dept. of Agriculture and always respected her. I will greatly miss her.

Brandy Petuck

May 10, 2015

I never had the pleasure of meeting you, though it is obvious in the way people speak of you that you were a beautiful soul who touched so many lives. My deepest sympathy to all who are left behind. "Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. Love leaves a memory no one can steal."

Denise Kitson ( Flanders )

May 8, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss. I met Darlene years ago when I started working at the Dept of Agriculture, and even though I didn't stay in touch, she was a nice person and I thought of her, along with other past coworkers, through the years. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family at home and in the office.

No amount of words can help the pain you are going through. Darlene was a wonderful person. When Joe's friend Ed was in the car accident, she was righ

Ed Moore

May 7, 2015

Lori Langford

May 7, 2015

My deepest sympathies to Darlene's children and grandchildren. I will miss your love for life, as you were always happy and smiling. I'm glad we had the chance to work together and become the best of friends. You will always be in my heart and thoughts. May you find peace in heaven.

Tabatha Young

May 6, 2015

My thoughts and prayers to Darlene's children and grandchildren as well as those close to her near and far. Darlene will be missed greatly around the halls at the state. She was a great person.

May 6, 2015

Jay, So sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you. Bess & Frank Romar

May 6, 2015

I am so sorry that this tragedy happened. I wish I could have had the time to know my sister better, she was so special. My thoughts are with her family.
Janet Witherspoon

Terry Adams

May 6, 2015

I know that heavens music will be a lot more entertaining with your presence, but I will miss you so! Shine bright, my friend and dance!

Susan Luba

May 6, 2015

Please accept my sincere condolences. Darlene will be forever in our hearts.

You and JR...

Cheri Cywinski

May 6, 2015

I will miss you so much my dear dear friend.... Going to the Newfoundland National after your funeral will be bittersweet since the last time I went, you were with me. Please know that Hunter & Sully are safe and doing very well with Cathy Derench @ That Newfoundland Place. How I remember meeting you in the Vet's office when I brought Hannah in for her puppy check-up and then years later with our trip up to Vermont to get those little grey boy's you so wanted and where I ended up with JR....the pictures are still on my computer. I wish I could have kept Hunter & Sully but there was no way I could. I made sure, as my last tribute to you, that they were in the ABSOLUTE BEST place they could be with Cathy in CT. I so loved you and will cherish all the Holidays we spent together and the wonderful friendship we had.

Carolyn Goosen

May 6, 2015

Dear Family,
Darlene was my sister and even though we were far apart for many years it was truly a blessing to get together again and reconnect a few years ago. I love you sister...will miss you...and my heart breaks for all of us and this sad loss of your beautiful self...I know you are dancing in Heaven now and have no pain...You truly made life happier for those who knew and loved you. Love Carolyn (P.S. I didn't put Po because I know you didn't like that!) I love you xo

Dana Isherwood

May 6, 2015

Dearest Daughter, you will live in our hearts forever. Mom and Bill

May 6, 2015

Dear Jenn and family,
Wayne and I want to express our deepest sympathies on the passing of your Mom.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this time.
Irene and Wayne Jenness

suzanne petrucelli

May 6, 2015

MY Angel Winged Brat Princess Sister-- soar the heavens,I hear whooohooo!!- I will always have you on my heart and soul, you've taught me so much,I know you will continue to guide me ALWAYs. until we meet up together again,,,, love you mostest my Sister,, Love Suzie Q

Marie Norman

May 6, 2015

My deepest condolences to the family. Darlene was always there for me. She showed me how to enjoy life. She will be missed

Elaina DeAngelo

May 6, 2015

I will miss her dearly. She was an amazing friend and coworker.

Angela Moschen

May 6, 2015

I will miss my beautiful god mothers visits. She was like a second mom to me, always very caring and loving. To her family, I am so very sorry for your loss.

The Staff of George R. Rivet Funeral Home

May 6, 2015

Offering our deepest condolences during this time.

Christian Fletcher

May 5, 2015

I will always remember you Aunt Darlene, I will always love and will always cherish you deeply in my heart. The only thing I wish for is more time, and I know that we'll have that time one day.

Michael Snay

May 5, 2015

I will miss you forever and ever Darlene.

Suzanne Petrucelli

May 5, 2015

MY Brat Princess Angel Winged sister,,, soar the heavens, spread your wings, and fly.I miss you,I love you, and I know you will be my guide. Love you the mostest,,Suzie Q

April Burke

May 5, 2015

Darlene was a wonderful woman and coworker. She will be very missed.

Jennifer Marcolongo

May 5, 2015

Her light will continue to shine through the eyes of her children and grandchildren.

Beth Sirrine

May 5, 2015

I will miss this loving, caring, wonderful woman. She was a great co-worker/friend and a true rocker. The light that surrounds her will always shine bright.

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