Daniel O'Dowd Obituary - Death Notice and Service Information

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Manchester, New Hampshire

Daniel F. O’Dowd, 65, of Manchester, NH, died May 29, 2006, at Catholic Medical Center, after a sudden illness.

Born in Manchester, NH on December 22, 1940, he was the son of Harold T. and Isabel (St. Denis) O’Dowd. He was a lifelong resident of the city.

Mr. O’Dowd attended Manchester schools and Hesser Business College.

He served with the United States Army and the New Hampshire Army National Guard.

Early in his career, Mr. O’Dowd was an assistant manager of employment services with J. F. McElwain Shoe Company. Later, he was a mail handler with the United States Postal Service for twenty years.

Mr. O’Dowd was a longtime active communicant of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church where he served as an Eucharistic minister and a CCD teacher. He was a volunteer with the United Way and the NH Special Olympics Seahorse Swim Team. He also was a member of the Legion of One Thousand Men of Monastery of the Precious Blood.

Mr. O’Dowd enjoyed the outsdoors especially camping and fishing.

Family members include his wife of forty-three years, Priscilla E. (Fredette) O’Dowd of Manchester, two sons, Steven R. O’Dowd of Spreakers, NY and Kevin T. O’Dowd of Somersworth, NH, his daughter, Kim T. O’Dowd of Manchester; six grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.

Services: Calling hours are Thursday from 4 to 8 PM at the Connor-Healy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 537 Union Street, corner of Concord Street, Manchester.

The funeral will be held Friday at 10AM with a mass of Christian burial to be celebrated in Saint Pius X Church, Candia, Road, Manchester, NH.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Monastery of the Precious Blood, 700 Bridge Street, Manchester, NH.

For more information please visit:connorhealy.com.

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Grandpa, I miss you so much. There's this empty hole and it wont be able to be filled ever again. I hope you're watching down on all of us, we all love you and miss you so much. Nana and Kimmy did very well at the funeral I hope you know Uncle Stevie, Aunty Paulette, Jimmy and Olivia were all there. It was so nice seeing them but bad under the occation. I love you and I think about you a million times a day. I remember going out once a week with you while I was younger.. going to Dunkin...

Shannon O'Dowd

June 12, 2006 | Weare, NH

Aunt Priscilla and Kimmy,
I haven't been able to stop thinking about you all day. I loved my Uncle Danny. He was the last of my father's brothers, and was so sweet to me. I will always miss his Christmas letters now, that he always wrote himself. Our hearts go out to you. Sorry, I didn't ask how Kimmy was doing, but I was too upset. I'll call you soon when I feel like I won't be bothering you.
Love,
Betty and Greg

Betty Boyd

June 09, 2006 | Laurel, MD

Dear Ma Tante Priscilla, Steven, Kevin, Kim and the respected family. May the Lord keep you all as strong as Uncle Danny's faith, for the warmth of his smile will always be upon you and and the winds of his strength will always be at your side. He was always a warm, fun loving and sincere Husband, Father, Uncle, Friend, and brother in law. God Bless You Always!

Your nephew, Jean Fredette

June 03, 2006 | Manchester, NH

Ma Tante, Steven, Kevin and Kim:
We are all sorry for your loss. This is a difficult time and it hurts deeply. I know because I have been there with the loss of a loved one. Times does heal slowly. You will all be ok.
Uncle Danny was a wonderful man, husband, father, grandfather, father-in-law, brother, and brother-in-law. He also had a great friendship with alot of people. Being a strong Christian has helped you get through alot in your lives together and always mentioned...

Cecile Lewis

June 02, 2006 | Brimfield, MA

My darling Priscilla and Kim, no words can express my sympathy in your time of mourning. All that I can say is that the staff here at Webster Strret Internal Medicine wish to send our deepest sympathy and love to you and yours. Please contact us if you need anything. Keep your heads up, we love you!!

Deepest sympathies,

The staff @ Dr. Cochrane's office

Kelly Leonard

June 01, 2006 | Manchester, NH

Priscilla, Steve, Kevin and Kim, we are so sorry for your loss. We will miss Danny so much and cared for him a great deal. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, and we're here for you whenever you need us. Love Always, Roland and Claire

Roland Fredette

June 01, 2006 | Manchester, NH

Matante, Steve, Kevin and Kim, no words could ever express the sorrow and heartache I feel for all of you. Mononcle was the kindest, gentlest, most fun-loving man you could ever want to know. As a father he cared for his children and would do anything for them. As a husband, he had a bond and love that could never be broken and sparkles in his eyes everytime he looked at Matante..a love that everyone dreams of having. As time goes on, just remember he is all around you and in each one of...

Linda Girard

May 31, 2006 | Hooksett, NH

Mon Oncle Danny was the most wonderful Godfather, uncle, husband, father, Christian in the world. I can't believe he is gone. No one can. I know God will give Ma Tante, Kim, Steve and Kevin the strength to get through this difficult time. The love and faith that Ma Tante and Mon Oncle shared for each other and God is inspiring to all of us. You are in our prayers.
Love,
Louise & Mimi

Louise Halle

May 31, 2006 | Oakland, CA

Ma Tante Priscilla (all I've ever known you as)Kim and the rest of the family, my deepest sympathy in your loss. I hold deep in my heart all the times you both have treated me as if I was truly your niece. My thoughts and prayers go to you and your family during this difficult time.

Carol Kenney

May 31, 2006 | Worcester, MA

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