Sara O'Donnell Obituary

Sara O'Donnell

DOVER - Sara Eileen O'Donnell, 90, died Tuesday, February 5, 2013, at the Kindred Healthcare in Dover after a long period of failing health.

Sara was born in Wakefield, Mass., on March 6, 1922, the daughter of Leo and Emily (Mahoney) Brissette. She worked at one time at the Good News Book Store in Somersworth, was coordinator for the Caregivers of Wolfeboro, worked for Diet Workshop of Rochester and for the Visiting Nurses in Melrose, Mass.

Surviving members of the family include: three sons, John C. O'Donnell and his wife Patrice of Reading, Mass., James L. O'Donnell of Woburn, Mass, Michael J. O'Donnell and his wife Vicki of Rochester, one daughter, Patricia Kenworthy and her husband Scot of Melrose, Mass., eight grandchildren, Jennifer Nunes, Josh, Nunes, Matthew O'Donnell, Molly O'Donnell, Michael O'Donnell Jr., Bridget O'Donnell, and Tara and Jessica Kenworth, one great-grandson, Owen O'Donnell, and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

A Funeral Service will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, February 16, 2013, in the chapel of the H. J. Grondin & Son Funeral Home, 177 North Main Street, Rochester, N.H., visitation will be held before the Services on Saturday, beginning at noon. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to New Hampshire Catholic Charities, 215 Myrtle Street, Manchester, N.H. 03104. To sign the online guest book, please visit www.GrondinFuneralHome.com.

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Published by Foster's Daily Democrat from Feb. 12 to Feb. 15, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Sara O'Donnell

14 Entries

Shawn & Stacey Tully

February 19, 2013

Trish and family,

We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

John O'Connell

February 18, 2013

My sister Kathleen said it best, but let me add my condolences. Mrs. O'Donnell was a gracious presence on First Street in Melrose when we were kids. A great lady - we will always remember her smile, her laugh and her charm.

February 16, 2013

Dear Trish and family,

My sincerest condolences to you and your family. I have wonderful memories of growing up together and our unforgettable trip to Narragansett, RI. She was a beautiful lady.
With much love,
Kathy Kersey, Salem, NH

Kathleen O'Connell

February 15, 2013

Dear Trish, Michael, Jim and Jack,
My sincerest condolences on the loss of your mom. Mrs. O'Donnell graced First Street parties with her beauty and sense of fun. I can hear her laughing now. She was forever trying to teach me and Trish to behave like ladies--I hope some of it rubbed off. Rest in peace, Sara. Thank you for your kindness. With love,

Peter Brissette

February 15, 2013

I'll always remember "Aunt Sara" as a gentle person with a big heart. I'll always remember our fun summer days together at Rye Beach and Crystal Lake in NH. Now, all the Brissette brothers and sisters are together in heaven. Rest in peace, Aunt Sara!

Suzanne Doria

February 14, 2013

Dear Jack, Jim, Michael, and Trisha,
My sincere sympathy on the loss of your Mom. She was such a warm and beautiful lady and a wonderful Aunt to all the Brissette children. She was a great companion to my Mom who thought of her as a sister. I know she is at peace with the Lord she loved.
Sincerely, Suzanne Brissette Doria

Jane Emily (Brissette) Doucette

February 14, 2013

To my cousins Jack, Jimmy, Mike, and Trish,

My sincere condolences to you for your loss of your mom. My memories of Aunt Sara are such fond ones - all the summers at Crystal Lake in the early years, and all the bridge games and visits with her in Wolfeboro, NH in the later ones. I believe there's a certain bridge foursome looking for their sister to join them in heaven as we speak. With much love and fondness,

Loretta Berry

February 13, 2013

Mike and Vickie and families,
Know that your Mom is finally at rest to be with her Savior,a woman of deep faith,a lovely lady to have known through my profession. May The Lord Bless your families and be with you during this very trying time.

Carmen Canney

February 12, 2013

Sara was a lovely woman with a beautiful smile always. I would see her when she came to my Uncle Warren's and Aunt Gerry's in wolfeboro. My thoughts and prayers go out to all her family and friends.

Carmen-marie Canney

February 12, 2013

One of the sweetest people you would ever meet. Always enjoyed her company when she would visit our family up on the ridge. ("the farm") She will be missed greatly. Luanne Gordon

February 12, 2013

A beloved Aunt and most wonderful lady our love and prayers - Gail and Karen

Joanne Croft

February 12, 2013

February 12, 2013
Sara was such a special lady. We had many wonderful times and good laughs together. She was also a woman of great faith.
Sara will always hold a special place in my heart. She was a treasure working with us at the Good News Bookstore. My deepest sympathies to her whole family.

February 12, 2013

Our sincere condolences.

The Homemakers Health Services

Sue Rahn

February 12, 2013

I will never forget Sara. She was a very special person. She will be missed!!

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