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Gertrude Parkhurst Obituary
93, of Portsmouth, NH, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 22, 2019 at Wentworth Senior Living in Portsmouth.
She was born on September 15, 1925 in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, to John Rodney and Marion Vera (Hatfield) Parkhurst.
Trudy was a graduate of Portsmouth High School, Class of 1943; University of New Hampshire, Class of 1946; Yale University School of Nursing, Class of 1949; and Boston University School of Nursing, Class of 1960, receiving her master's degree in Nursing Administration.
She proudly served her country for over 10 years in the United States Army Nurse Corps, serving during the Korean War. She served for a time at an Army Hospital in Germany, at Togus Veterans Hospital in Maine, at Letterman Hospital in San Francisco, and at hospitals in Battle Creek MI, and in Texas.
At the time of her retirement, Trudy had lived in Rhode Island for many years and was employed at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence. She had also worked at other hospitals including Mass General Hospital in Boston, Brockton Hospital in MA, and The Miriam Hospital in Providence, serving as a nurse and/or nursing administrator.
Trudy was a lifelong member of the First United Methodist Church in Portsmouth, NH. She was an avid reader, loved animals, and enjoyed traveling. She visited many places in Europe, traveled to China, and enjoyed a wonderful trip through the Panama Canal with her sister, Jane. Another memorable journey was to Antarctica, which she enjoyed with her niece, Nancy.
She was predeceased by her longtime friend and companion, Doris Berry, and a number of other close nursing friends.
Survivors include her sister, Jane Richards of Rye; nieces, Nancy Richards (Susan) of Brevard, NC, and Carol Bovee (David) of Dover; nephews, John Richards (Carol) of Peterborough and David Richards (Susan) of Dover; and also many great nieces and nephews.
Services: A memorial service will be held at 10:30am on Saturday March 30, 2019 at the First United Methodist Church, 129 Miller Ave, Portsmouth, NH. Interment will be held in Harmony Grove Cemetery, Portsmouth, NH at a future date. Family flowers only please. Memorial contributions may be made to: First United Methodist Church, 129 Miller Ave, Portsmouth, NH 03801 and/or to: Yale University School of Nursing, 157 Church Street, New Haven, CT 06510-2100. For online condolences, visit: www.jvwoodfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are under the direction and care of the J. Verne Wood Funeral Home – Buckminster Chapel.
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Rosie
Barbara Laplume
March 4, 2019
Dear Family, Trudy my friend and cat lover who always shared her stories about her Ghost and always asked about my Rosie! Generosity to our Lucy C.Ayers Foundation for Nurses as was her faithful friend Doris Berry. They are now joined together in eternity. Her journey was long and now she rests! My Sympathy to all of you and Meows from Rosie.
Bill Thompson
March 2, 2019
Im so sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences go out to all her friends and family.
Dayle Joseph
March 2, 2019
My condolences are with you. I know how much Trudy loved her family. I feel so fortunate to have known her. I know that you have many fond memories of Trudy and I hope they will bring you some pleasure during this time of grieving. She was a wonderful person.
Carol Noyes ( Byrons daughter)
March 1, 2019
Our thoughts are with you__Jane, Nancy, Carol, John and David.
Trudy was precious to Nancy and I , we counted her as our Aunt. We will miss her.
RK
February 28, 2019
Please accept my dearest and heartfelt sympathy; I am so sorry for your loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this difficult time. Isaiah 61:1,2
J F
February 27, 2019
My deepest and heartfelt compassion for all the pain you are experiencing.Words at this time may not be sufficient,so I give you my warm and tender consolation.
February 27, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Revelation 11:3+4
February 26, 2019
May you forever cherish the wonderful memories of your beloved Gertrude. My heartfelt condolences.
February 26, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. May the fond memories of your loved one sustain your family at this time. May you also receive comfort from what is stated at 1Peter 5:6,7. My sincerest condolences.
Brewer's
February 26, 2019
I am very sorry for your loss. May you all have much peace and comfort from the God of love during this difficult time. Psalms 145:14. Deepest Sympathy
February 26, 2019
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
February 26, 2019
Celebrate a life well lived, cherish the memories forever. Our deepest condolences to family & friends.
The Harrisons
February 26, 2019
February 26, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. 1John 4 : 8
February 26, 2019
Im so sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences go out with your family. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn," strengthen you during this difficult time. Isaiah 61:1, 2. And May the beautiful hope of everlasting life give you comfort. -1 John 17:30
February 26, 2019
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times that you shared together. May our loving Heavenly Father provide you with the comfort and support that you need during this difficult time. (Psalm 145:18, 19) Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences goes out to the family.
February 26, 2019
When someone we love falls asleep in death the memories we have of them become our treasure, and the memory of them also becomes Gods. Precious to him. May Gods promise at John 6:40 bring you great comfort.
Simone
February 26, 2019
I am so very sorry to hear about your loss. May the love of friends and family comfort you during this difficult time Matthew 5:4
February 26, 2019
Our deepest condolences to the family. Matthew 5:4.
D I
February 26, 2019
My deepest condolences to the family during this most difficult time. There are no words that can ease the pain of losing someone so loved, may you find comfort and peace in knowing that you are loved one is in Gods memory, because those who have passed on are precious in his eyes( Psalms 116:15)
R C
February 26, 2019
Im sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences to the family. May the God of comfort sustain you during challenging time. And May Gods promise of a wonderful hope of everlasting life give you comfort. (John 17:3)
February 26, 2019
Our deepest sympathy, losing a loved one is never easy Palms 35:18,19 provides comfort and encouragement
February 26, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort be with you during this difficult time. 1 Peter 5:6,7
February 26, 2019
1 am sorry for your loss may prayers comfort your family at this difficult time 1Thessalonians 5:17
February 26, 2019
My sincere condolences for you loss. I hope the words of psalm 145-18-19 can bring you comfort as you endure this difficult time of sorrow
February 26, 2019
Please accept our condolences on the loss of your loved one. May you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Psalms 119:76
February 26, 2019
I am extending my sincere condolences to the family and friends. May the entire family find peace in knowing that God cares for you and your family and will help you during these difficult times 1Peter 5:6,7.
February 26, 2019
May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. (Psalms 116:15)
A D
February 26, 2019
My thoughts are with the family of Trudy over the loss of your precious family member and friend. Please accept our condolences over the loss and we pray that you gain strength from God's word at 2 Thessalonians 2:16, 17.
February 26, 2019
When someone you love becomes falls asleep in death the memories we have of them become our treasure. May these cherished memories of a life well lived and God's promise at (John 6:40) bring you a measure of comfort. My deepest sympathy.
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