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Fay Nelson Obituary
ROCHESTER - Fay Marie (Lowry) Nelson, 82 of 2 Howe Street died Thursday Feb. 6, 2014, at Frisbie Memorial Hospital after a period of failing health.
She was born Feb. 4, 1932, in Revere, Mass. the daughter of the late Leo C. and Ardella F. (Montgomery) Lowry. She attended schools in Alabama, Maine, Massachusetts and N.H. graduating from Spaulding High School, Class of 1950. She has resided in this area most of her life and served as a deaconess, Sunday school teacher, and an officer in the Women of the Church of God in Rochester. She was known for her still life and seascape paintings as well as a few outdoor and country home paintings. Fay was past president of the V.F. W. Auxillary in Barrington, trustee of Green Hill Chapel and the Green Hill Ladies Circle in Barrington, the Barrington Historical Society and Barrington Womens Club. She also was a member of the Spaulding High School Alumni. She retired from General Electric Company in 1989.
Members of her family include her husband of 37 and a half years, Rev. Wayne Nelson, Rochester; daughters, Denise (Desaulnier) Morin and husband Raymond, Trudy Fitts and husband Mike, granddaughter, Jessica Fitts, grandson, Justin Fitts and wife Shawntelle all of Barrington; great grandsons, Julien Honaker, Noah and Caleb Fitts great granddaughter, Zoey Fitts; mother-in-law Gladys Nelson, Gonic; brother, Ellis Lowry and wife Beverly, Barrington; sister, Caroline Michaud, N.C., brother-in-law, Clifton and wife Linda Nelson, Va.; sister-in-law, Madeline Lowry, Conn. Her adopted daughter, Patty Garretson, adopted granddaughter, Trisha Ferland Many nieces, nephews, close friends and her high school chums. She was predeceased by siblings Kenneth, William, Montgomery Lowry, Pearl Joanne Lowry, Betty Jellison, Muriel McCarthy.
Family and friends may visit Tuesday 1-3 p.m. at the R.M. Edgerly & Son Funeral Home, 86 South Main Street, Rochester N.H.
The funeral service will follow at 3 p.m. in the chapel of the funeral home with Rev. Wallace Hazard and Rev. Wayne Nelson, officiating.
Burial will be in the Pine Grove Cemetery, Barrington, N.H. in the Spring.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Church of God, 2 Howe Street, Rochester N.H. 03867.
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Memories and Condolences
for Fay Nelson
Tracey Cole
February 13, 2014
My condolences. I'm so sad for you all in this difficult time. It will get better over time, just very hard right now. My thoughts will be with you all, but specifically Rev Wayne who was so good to me when Fred Desaulnier passed, Trudy and Denise her children. I'm here for you if you need anything.
nagle family
February 11, 2014
It can be so hard to face the new year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
Alan and Sharon Reed-Erickson
February 11, 2014
Our sincere condolences at the loss of Fay. God bless you all during this difficult time.
Julie Dostie Rasch
February 11, 2014
Dear Trudy and Wayne, I'm so so sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful woman and will be deeply missed. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
Gail Orlando
February 11, 2014
Paster Nelson, Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your family, and your congregation. Ron Mailhoit and Gail Orlando
Alicia Capello
February 11, 2014
I have so much to say but not enough time or space to say it. I will always remember you as if it were 20 years ago in Sunday School and your beautiful voice singing in church. Rest in peace with our heavenly Father. We love you!
Lisa Ball
February 10, 2014
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Our annual Realay For Life Cancer Survivor Lap
Roxanne Benoit
February 10, 2014
Pastor Nelson and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you during your time of sorrow. Fay will ALWAYS hold a special place in my heart. I have truly never known anyone as kind, thoughtful, faithful and "spunky" as Fay. For the many phone calls to ask me how my back is doing. For our walks together at every Relay For Life Survivor Lap in past 6 years. For her love, support and friendship. For her sincere honesty, her laughter and smiling face. Even all the coins she turns in for me to count. I will surely miss Fay but I am so very thankful to God for bringing her in to my life. And Wayne, you mean the world to me too!! May God be with you each and every day to give you courage and strength.
Mike and Carrie Langelier
February 10, 2014
Pastor,
So Sorry to hear about Fay. She was a great lady and she will be missed.
Melody Viel
February 10, 2014
My deepest sympathies to Pastor Nelson and Fays children and other family. She was a beautiful person who will be missed.
Don& jackie Gagnon
February 10, 2014
So sorry to hear about Faye, our prayers are with you and your family. Mr.& Mrs donald gagnon
February 10, 2014
DearPastorWayne&family, Words can't express the sympathy we feel in our hearts.Fay was a remarkable person.You both have played a strong part in our families lives.She always had a kind word, hug and so much love. She may have left us for a moment to rest with the Lord but she will always be in our hearts and thoughts.When you look into the sky you will see her vision as an Angel,when you look out tonight and see a bright star,she'll be looking down at us with her geniune smile.God will take good care of her for you till you meet again.She will take care of us in her own special way.!God Bless!With much love from our hearts to yours,Cindy&Dean Nadeau & family.
Christine Telles
February 10, 2014
Denny,
So saddened to hear of the loss of your mother. May your memories give you strength during this difficult time.
Christine Telles
Dale Whittemore
February 10, 2014
So many wonderful memories surrounded by Fay being in them. She was a gracious, loving and Godly woman. She always had a great smile and her words were chosen wisely. She loved very passionately all of her family and friends. She will be missed by all whose life she touched. She will be welcomed by all who went before. Big hugs to all the this time.
Larry Yeaton
February 10, 2014
Dear Brother Wayne & family,
When I read Fosters on line and saw that Fay had left this world to spend eternity with God I was sadden. Not sadden that she is now with Lord but sad to hear the news of her death. It has been a very long time since we have seen or corresponded with each other Wayne but I will never forget Fay or you.
We first came in contact with each other when I was attending Emmanuel Church way back in the 70's. Then I became a pastor and started pastoring a church in East Lebanon, Maine. I remember the times we had fellowship together. You were at my ordination. I took part in one or two of your church services. You and Fay were always wonderful friends.
Since we lost contact I have pastored another church in Maine, one in Vermont, One in Iowa, One in Illinois and one in Florida. After the one in Florida I retired from the pastoral ministry.
Please be assured that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Hope you will read this and we can be in contact once again. May the Lord put His arms around each of you and give you peace and strength.
Sincerely, Larry Yeaton
E-mail: [email protected]
Shirley Emerson
February 10, 2014
Pastor Wayne and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time, may she rest in peace. Carlton and Shirley Emerson
Timm & Jenny Myers
February 10, 2014
Denny, Pastor Wayne & family,
From our family to yours... Keeping you in prayer and blessed to know Miss Fay is with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Love,
from your siblings in Him
February 10, 2014
Denny my deepest sympathies on the loss of your mother.
Laurie Newsome
Jan Bastarache
February 10, 2014
Denny and Family,
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your Mother. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
February 10, 2014
Our sincere condolences.
The Homemakers Health Services
Jeff Tebbetts
February 10, 2014
Missed but never forgotten! I love you Fay and I will see you when I get home!
Denise & Rich Morin
February 10, 2014
Ray and Dennie, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are prayers are with you and your family.
February 9, 2014
Pastor wayne and the family . We send our deepest prayers to all. Faye was one of a kind she love life and her family grandchildren and great grandchildren. and her church family.
She was a staple of faith threw out .
She will all way be in our hearts and we must never forget the memories she left. you all are in our prayers and heart love you all She was a true Blessing to everyone whom met her.
May God heal the family and friends in the coming days. We will see her some day. Just one more angel in heaven.
Absent from the body present with the lord....
Steven/Marguerite Smith
February 9, 2014
Rev Nelson, Dennie & Ray...we are truly sorry for your loss and will pray for your comfort.
Cheryl Ward
February 9, 2014
Pastor Wayne, I am so sorry to hear about Faye. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
February 9, 2014
I am the one who express also my deepest condolences to Pastor Nelson, Trudy Fitts and everyone in the family. I also put down on that forst sign that Fay may you rest in peace. My thought sand prayers are with the Nelsons Lowrys Fitts Morin, Michaud, and MassingHams and everybody. Always, Alison.
February 9, 2014
May you rest in peace Fay. and I also send my deepest condolences to Pastor Nelson, Trudy Fitts and everybody in the family.
February 9, 2014
Pastor Wayne and family so sorry for your loss!! your in our hearts and Prayers.Pastor Wayne and Fay have been a Blessing to so many families always there for you no matter what!! Thank You..We Love you Jennifer,Micheal,Danielle and Matthew Dent.
Jessica Reinert (Demmons)
February 9, 2014
My heart goes out to you, Trisha and Denny. May the memories keep her with you forever.
Ashley (Laurent) Fantroy
February 8, 2014
I Love You Aunt Fay RIP You Will Be Greatly Missed ???
Ashley (Laurent) Fantroy
February 8, 2014
I'm so sorry Uncle Wayne for the loss of Aunt Fay she was such a great woman and I'm so grateful to have had her in my life I'm very blessed! I wish I could be there but you are in my prayers ??? I Love you RIP Aunt Fay???
Fay Nelson
February 8, 2014
hi Fay we sure going to miss you and your beautiful smile . Say hi to frank for me we are going to be here for your husband and your family . God took you home . rest in pease
February 8, 2014
Pastor wayne,our thoughts and prayers goes out to you and your family. fay will always be in our memories and in our hearts, and we have been very blessed to have known her. love: Ivan,ellen and family xoxoxo
patti garretson
February 8, 2014
Pastor and family, I can't express what my heart feels, but Fay left footprints in many hearts, I will cherish all memories of the beautiful amazing, loving woman who yes took me under her wing like a stray, and never judged but LOVED me through good and bad. I am sorry for your loss, so sorry. We all know she is with the lord and someday we will embrace each other again.
John & Bonnie Armstrong
February 8, 2014
Brother Wayne, So sorry to have received your call this morning concerning Fay's Home Going but in the same way PRAISING God that she is Healthy and at Peace waiting for the Day that Our Lord and Savior calls you Home to with her and all of the Saints who have gone on before. Yes, our hearts are heavy as we all miss her so but remember we are just passing through and will dwell with Him and all those who have accepted Him since He gave His Life for us at Calvary! Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow. We love you dearly, John and Bonnie Armstrong [from the other Rochester, this one being in New York].
morgan & Kim Edgerly
February 8, 2014
Reverend Nelson Kim and I would like to express our kindest and deepest sympathy for the loss of your wife Fay. There will always be a memory of her at Edgerly FH. We always enjoyed her sweet personality every time she came to visit. She is with the Lord now in his beautiful Kingdom.
Patty & Joe Covey
February 8, 2014
Denny and family,
We are so sorry to learn of your Mother's passing. Even though this is a very difficult time, try to remember she is at peace in a much better place. We hope your memories will help to ease the pain a bit. You are all in our thoughts and prayers
kathy spiers
February 8, 2014
to the Nelson family;
I am saddened to read of Fay's passing. I knew her from an office I worked at years ago and more recently saw her at the relay for life event. Always a pleasant lady. May she rest in peace and I hope your memories will help ease your pain
February 8, 2014
Rest well my friend until we meet again,May GOD hold you in his arms. Your race is over. Too Fays family I'm truly sorry.
Richard Arnold
February 8, 2014
Brother Wayne.....You are in our prayers as you bid a temporary goodbye to your bride. She faithfully co-labored with you as you both served the Master. We shall see her again.
Blessings and prayers....Dick and Leatha Arnold (Acts 2:21 & Isa 12:2)
Kent Michaud
February 8, 2014
Uncle Wayne,Trudy,Denise,Caroline and Family,my thoughts and prayers go out to all our family and friends of My Aunt Fay at this time. I am glad when I was home that I made time to visit with Aunt Fay and Uncle Wayne.Lots of LOVE, nephew Kent,Diana&Mayly(Ecuador)
Linda LeClair
February 8, 2014
Our thoughts are with the family during this difficult time. We will miss seeing her at the Relay for Life.
John & Nancy Downs
February 8, 2014
We are so sorry about the loss of Fay. Extending our deepest sympathy to her loving family.
Betty Mac Eachern
February 8, 2014
Trudy Mike and family My sincere Sympathy to you all Im so sorry for your loss, My prayers and thoughts are with you all.May God give you strength and peace
Loretta Berry
February 8, 2014
Denise and Trudy
My deepest sympathies are with you in the loss of your mom I have known her most of my life ,my thoughts are with you and your family
Marcia Ezzell
February 8, 2014
Rev Nelson,Trudy and family.I am so sorry to hear of Fay's passing. You were all such a blessing to my mom and family through-out her illness and death.Mom has her life long friend in heaven. Prayers for strength in the difficult days ahead.
Scott Miller
February 8, 2014
Fay will be deeply missed,our thoughts and Prayers go out to all the Family,
Shannon McCarthy
February 7, 2014
Uncle Wayne, Trudy, Denise, Michael, to the extended family (cause there's ALOT!)-
Words cannot express how I feel. I am just lost for words. But all I know is thst Aunt Fay was a Kind-hearted, would give the shirt off her back kind of woman. I know that she is know in heaven with all the people she loves & we too will one day be reunited again with her. May god shine down on you all and give you some peace through this painful loss. My deepest condelences & sympathy. Stay strong for one another.
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