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Barbara Collette Obituary

Barbara Collette, age 79, of Lawrence St. died Wednesday April 22 at Concord Hospital. She was born in Concord, daughter of the late Eugene Francis and Germaine (Nolin) Sullivan. She was a graduate of St. John's high school and received her nursing degree from Sacred Heart School of Nursing in Manchester. She worked as a registered nurse at Concord Hospital for over 35 years. Barbara loved her family, friends and home. She enjoyed travel, reading, gardening and bird watching.

She was predeceased by her husband Robert R. Collette who died in 2010, two brothers; Eugene and Robert Sullivan.

She is survived by her four daughters; Kristina Cournoyer of Concord, Deborah Ann Daneault of Johns Creek, Ga., Cynthia M. McPhaden of Cambria, N.Y., Beth Gifford of Natick, Mass., one son; Robert W. Collette of Manchester, 13 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, three sister in law's Elisa Sullivan, Carol Sullivan and Peggy Collette, and nieces and nephews.

Visiting hours will be held on Sunday, April 26 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Waters Funeral Home, 50 South Main St., Concord.
A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Monday, April 27 at 10 a.m. at Christ the King Parish/St. John's ,72 South Main St., Concord.
Burial will take place on Wednesday, April 29 at 10 a.m. at Calvary Cemetery, 207 N. State St., Concord N.H.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Habitat for Humanity International, 121 Habitat St., Americus, Ga. 31709-3498, or American Diabetes Association, 10 Speen St., Framingham, Mass. 01701.

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Published by Concord Monitor on Apr. 24, 2015.

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Lewises

April 29, 2015

Our deepest condolences to the family for this great loss. The loving kindness of God can sustain you through this difficult time and in the days ahead. May you have a measure of comfort sharing memories that are in your hearts.

April 27, 2015

Thinking of you all during this difficult time. ..I loved your mom when we were growing up.. loved her even more as we worked together on the Family Place at Concord Hospital. ..praying for you all... Donna Green-Ponce

Julie Raduazo Pitz

April 27, 2015

I am very sorrow for your loss. I have wonderful memories of her when we were growing up on the street hanging out with Deb and Cindy. She always made us feel welcome at your house.You are in my heart and prayers .

April 25, 2015

Losing your mother is not easy. It is a loss like no other. I hope your eternal memories of her are as wonderful as the ones I have of my own dear mother. Be gentle with yourself during this time. Nancy Couture Shea.

Sandy & Ed Hayes

April 25, 2015

The Collette's were neighbors of ours for 20 years on Lawrence Street. It's so sad to hear of Barbara's passing. They were both so wonderful. Our condolences to their beautiful family at this sad time.

Chantal Foote

April 24, 2015

I am so sad to hear of the passing of Barbara! I just loved being with her and enjoyed her company! Glad I met her!

John&Shirley Genest

April 24, 2015

Our condolences to the family. Bob worked with John at Sprague as well as National Power Products in the past. Your Mom and Dad were very good friends and will be missed.

Gailann Newton

April 24, 2015

I am so sad to hear of Barbara's passing. I worked with her for many years at CH. Prayers and sympathy to her family during this difficult time.

Becky Dalbec

April 24, 2015

Kris,
Sorry to hear of your mother's passing my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Steve Jahner

April 24, 2015

Dear Deb, Ron, and family, I am so sorry for your loss; I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. How wonderful it will be when we can welcome our loved ones back into our arms again in the paradise.....

Mark Savoie

April 24, 2015

My condolences. I remember when Barbara was one of our nurses when one of my children was born. She was so kind to us.

Heather Goodwin

April 24, 2015

Kris,
I was saddened to hear of the loss of your mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

The Entire Staff of Waters Funeral Home

April 24, 2015

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