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Jane Cate Obituary
Contoocook, NH - Jane B. Cate, age 85, of Deer Path, passed away on November 8, 2024 at Pleasant View Center.
She was born in Newport, NH, daughter of the late George and Marjorie (Alexander) Barton.
Jane worked for many years as a Medical Office Manager. She enjoyed sewing and cross stitching, reading, traveling and bird watching, especially spotting the cardinals.
Jane is survived by her husband of over 60 years, Averill Cate, Sr.; 3 children, Averill Cate, Jr. of Tucson, AZ, Darin Cate and his wife Carla of Tolland, CT, and Marjorie Davis of Contoocook; 2 grandchildren, Iona Davis and Joshua Jackson; 3 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her sister Katherine B. Johnson.
Visiting hours will not be held.
A memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday at 10:30 AM at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 180 Loudon Road, Concord.
Burial will follow at the Calvary Cemetery in Concord.
The Waters Funeral Home in Concord has the honor of assisting the family with the arrangements.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Immaculate Heart of Mary Food Pantry, 180 Loudon Road, Concord, NH 03301 or the Christ the King Food Pantry, 72 South Main Street, Concord, NH 03301.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Jane Cate
Kathie
November 5, 2025
Treasuring memories of many years of good friendship with Jane. We miss her. Love, Kathie & Don
Ken Jordan
November 13, 2024
Ave, I am so sorry to learn of Jane's passing. My heart goes out to you and my prayers are with you. May the many fond memories of your life together ease your pain.
Richard ( Dick ) Johnson
November 13, 2024
Dear Averill and children,
Jane and I were classmates in Concord
From 7th grade at Parker school and on ;
( "note passing " in 7th grade )
English Class )
Running joke between us was we were "dick and jane " from books of the first year in school..
-after graduating CHS
In 1957 we met again
Later on in life when
We served together on
Most of the class of CHS 1957 reunion committee meetings-
Starting with the 10 year
Reunion
First meeting in 1967 -
She was so effective at
Bringing us all together
We made her "Class
Historian "...
* Our
classmates of
CHS 57 are about 84 or 85 years old and spread out across the country- if not for those reasons
I think the Church would not be big enough to hold the turnout to celebrate Her life ..
Sincerely, her
Classmate CHS 57
Dick Johnson..
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Patte (Hicks) Ardizzoni
November 13, 2024
I don´t have any first memories of my life that don´t have Jane woven throughout. She was so good to my grandparents, Harry and Vi Hicks, sewed so many sweet dresses, and had the best laugh! I´m thankful that we had a chance to keep in touch. Sending peace to Averill, and the kids.
Patte
Kim Harris
November 11, 2024
Darin and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you. -Kim Harris
Sue Desjardins Brouillet
November 11, 2024
Mr. Cate, Averill, Darin and Marj
So sorry to hear about the loss of your wife/mom. I have fond memories from my younger days and time spent at the Cate residence.
Thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.
Jim Carroll
November 11, 2024
Averill, Julie and I send our sincere condolences. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Jim Carroll
Val Soucy Carver
November 10, 2024
Deepest sympathy. Jane was so sweet and loved her family. She was funny as well. Hugs to you all, Cate family.
Judy Wood
November 10, 2024
I was so sorry and saddened to hear about Jane. She was a good neighbor and I enjoyed visiting with her. I'll remember her and her family in my prayers. May her soul rest in peace in God's nearer presence and may light perpetual shine upon her.
Nancy Gleason
November 10, 2024
My deep condolences to all who love her. Jane was an important person in our family when she was a young woman. We had many occasions to talk on the phone over the years. Her loving manner and her incredible memory were a gift.
Bertha Finn
November 10, 2024
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS .I am with my daughters in SC.
Jack & Luanne Snow
November 10, 2024
so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers during this sad time for all of you!
Patricia Cotton
November 10, 2024
Thoughts and prayers for all the family.
Pat “Nyhan” Cotton
Mary McGahan
November 10, 2024
Avril and family so very sorry to hear of Jane’s passing. She was always so kind to me. I have happy memories when we used to get together after mass many years ago. May you all keep your happy memories close in your heart and may she Rest in Peace.
Paul Keniston
November 10, 2024
God Bless Her in Everlasting Life and Light in Christ. My Love and Prayers are with all who are grieving, especially Averill and his family.
The Entire Staff of Waters Funeral Home
November 10, 2024
Offering our deepest condolences at this difficult time.
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