Dover, NH-Jennifer Ann Gonyea, 26, of New Rochester Road, died Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2008 at the Exeter Hospital. She was born in New London, NH on Dec. 22, 1981. Jennifer graduated from Sunapee, NH High School in 2000 and from Johnson State College, Johnson, VT in 2004. She worked for the YWCA and was passionate about helping refugees and victims of domestic violence in her work with Families in Crisis and then for the HIV Outreach Program in Manchester. She had lived in Dover for the past six months and before that in Manchester for four years. Jennifer was a great writer. While she was in high school she took a trip to Costa Rica. She enjoyed singing and was a member of the chorus while in high school and college. Jennifer loved her cat, Willow. Members of her family surviving include her life partner, Paula Virgona of Dover, NH; her mother and stepfather, Marlene (Huff) and Frank Robbins of Sunapee, NH; her father and his fiance, John Gonyea and Pat Beebe of Lebanon, NH and Pat's son, J.P. Beebe; a brother, Stephen Gonyea of Hartland, VT; three sisters, Charlene Gardner of Thornton, CO, Rebecca Robbins of Lakewood, CO, and Rachel Robbins of Sunapee, NH; her maternal grandparents, Danville and Lee (Phillips) Huff of Sunapee, NH; her paternal grandparents, Paul and Carol (Currier) Gonyea of Pinellas Park, FL; her maternal great grandmother, Mildred Phillips of Port Charlotte, FL; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Friends may call at the Chadwick Funeral Home, 235 Main Street, New London, NH on Friday, Jan. 25, 2008 from 5-7 P.M. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Upper Valley Humane Society, 300 Old Route 10, Enfield, NH 03748, NH Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence at NHCADSV, P.O. Box 353, Concord, NH 03302-0353, or to GLAD, 30 Winter Street Suite 800, Boston, MA 02108 or online at www.glad.org on the link "Donate to GLAD"-Gifts in Honor. To sign an online guestbook please visit www.chadwickfuneralservice.com.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Jan. 23, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Jennifer Gonyea

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44 Entries

Jim Younce

January 8, 2013

Thinking about you today. You were such a sweet girl. I'll miss your smile, your laugh and sweet nature. You were my first love... Such an amazing person. My mom loved you like you were her very own daughter. Rest in peace Jen.. You are loved

nicole gonyea

November 14, 2011

Thinking of you

John Gonyea

January 22, 2011

Jennifer, I don't think about you every day, I think of you every hour of every day, Dad

December 16, 2010

your birthday is coming up soon, every day i wonder what you would be doing now, you will always be in our hearts, love grammy and grampa gonyea

JENNIFER GONYEA

January 21, 2010

GRANPA AND GRAMMY GONYEA WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU AS A CARING LOVING PERSON,WE WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS AND MINDS AS WILL ALL THE REST OF YOUR FAMILY

Csthy Rissala

January 2, 2009

I can still here your laugh, I can still see your smile. Even as you are with us no more, you will live on in the hearts of those that loved you.

Chris Gonyea

December 22, 2008

Happy Birthday Jennifer. I miss you so much.

**** ******

December 21, 2008

Happy Birthday Jennifer. I miss you. Dad

Carolyn and Paul Gonyea

December 21, 2008

December 22, you would be 27 years old, doesn't seem possible almost a year has gone by since you were called to heaven, and yes you are in heaven, no pain, no sadness, only love for the time you did have with your family and friends, and yes we did love you, forever your grandparents grammy and grampa gonyea

Francis Evans

November 25, 2008

Lee and family: Sorry to hear of your loss.

Fran Evans

summer of 2007

March 25, 2008

Paula and Jen

Ann-Marie Lavoie

February 17, 2008

Missing you, angel. You were the best thing to happen to this family. Love you!

Jennifer Ann Gonyea taken on 12/22/07

February 17, 2008

JOHN GONYEA

February 9, 2008

Jen, Oh how I wish I could talk to you one more time and say how important you are and how proud I am of you as my daughter,

oh my wonderful daughter I miss you . Dad

Debra Sherwood

February 7, 2008

John,
Your mom e-mailed me with the news about Jennifer.I realize that there is nothing I can say to ease your pain, but I want you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
~Debbie (Nichols) Sherwood

Ellen Pysz

February 1, 2008

Jennifer, Jennifer,
Your beautiful smile
Your friendliness to all
Your lovely poems
Your warm sincerity
I feel so sad, but so fortunate
To have been your teacher.
To your family I send
Sympathy and wishes of courage.

Carolyn & Paul Gonyea

January 31, 2008

Dear Jen, we, your grammy and grampa gonyea will always remember you with love and the little angel who always mothered everyone, including us, when we were down, or happy with tears, you would be there to wipe those tears away, you have brought love to all who knew you and those that didn't know you, were the losers, you are now with gee gee and gumpa and uncle andy,and his son michael, and our dear uncle who you used to sit on his lap and listen to him, you can give them the love that you gave us, And always remember your Dad loved you dearly, love grammy and grampa Gonyea

kelly meunier (currier)

January 30, 2008

i am so sorry to hear of the loss of jen i was her p.e. aide in jr high school i was with her everyday and she was always such a pleasant person to be around she will be missed by all and remember she is very well taken care of now and my god bless you all

Heather Guglielmo

January 30, 2008

I am sorry for your loss. I remember Jen's smile in High School and how happy she always seemed. We were in Peer Outreach together. She lit up my life and I am better for knowing her.

Ann-Marie and Michael Lavoie

January 29, 2008

To our dearest Jen,

You are missed every moment of the day. There is an empty spot in our lives with out you. You always made us smile. Paula was happiest with you. God bless you and your family.

Dian Duranleau

January 29, 2008

Dear Family and Friends of Jenn,
I was deeply saddened today when I learned that Jenn passed away on January 25th. I had the distinct pleasure and honor of advising Jenn at Johnson State College for her freshman and sophmore years. Even after she transferred to a faculty advisor, we met regulary to discuss her plans and dreams for the future. She was a stellar member of our TRIO program, and was the kind of student every advisor dreamed of: puntual, prepared and passionate about being a successful student. I loved seeing her develop into a mature, young woman who was ready to tackle the difficult, heart wrenching issues so near to her heart. Even if I saw her across the quad at JSC, her smile could brighten a dreary VT day and my weary soul. May time do its gentle work of healing your deep pain.
Sincerely,
Dian Duranleau, Learning Specialist at JSC

Linda Limburg

January 29, 2008

Marlene,
I never met Jennifer, only knew her through your stories. When you and I worked together delivering babies, I marveled at the mother you were. I know how deeply you will feel the loss. I also know how strong you are. My heart aches with you and your family now.
I wish for you some solitary moments of peace and joy from all that Jennifer gave you and the world that she so warmly touched.
Linda M. Limburg CNM

Brenda Ryder

January 28, 2008

Marlene and Family:
We are so very sorry to hear of your tragic loss. Please know that you all will remain in our thoughts and prayers. May the beautiful memories carry you through this difficult time.
Brenda, Marsha, and Fran (FRH Gals)

Anna Pirie

January 28, 2008

My thoughts, prayers and sympathy go out to all of Jen's family and friends. Jen completed an internship at AWARE in Hardwick, Vermont while she was at Johnson State College. I was Jen's supervisor and became her mentor and friend. Jen always had a big smile and a kind word for everyone. I am fortunate and thankful to have been part of her short life. I will miss her greatly.
My deepest sympathy,
Anna Pirie

Betty May Graham

January 28, 2008

Marlene and Stephen, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Although I didn't know Jen, I remember you speaking of her when we met at school. Please know my prayers and thoughts are with you during this very difficult time.

jay leavitt

January 27, 2008

Marlene and family:
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Jennifer's passing.
I remember her well during her elementary school years and was always happy to meet up with her and to catch up on her newest ventures. She was a lovely person, and I remember her as being so very kind and thoughtful of others. It is a tragic loss and I send to all of you my deepest sympathy.
With sadness,

Donna Champagne-Patten

January 27, 2008

Marlene, My thoughts and prayers are with you although we are far apart. I'm holding you in my heart. Donna Champagne-Patten

Heather & Warren Palmeira

January 27, 2008

Dear Marlene and family,
I just heard of Jennifer's passing. Her loss will be felt by so many. All our thoughts and prayers are with you and family at this sad time. She is now an angel looking over us all.

Danielle "Dannie" Coulombe

January 26, 2008

Jennifer,

I'd never forget the way you took me into your suite as an RA at Johnson State College. You made me feel so welcome and accepted to there. When I was struggling with homesickness and adjusting to live at college you were there to encourage and support me. I will always remember the late night conversations on campus and how your passions inspired us all. You had the brightest smile and the best hugs and you'd give them out as freely as you loved. You were considered, by me, to have been our "den" mother in our dorm suite because of your motherly advice and warm affection. You loved everyone of your residence and we loved you in return.

You will forever be loved by me where ever you are and nothing can take your place in my heart. I will always have that memory of your smile and shining eyes.

To your family and Paula and her family, I give you my deepest sympathy and want all of you to know that she very much loved and appreciated at Johnson State College and currently we are beginning to do something or give something to the campus in her memory. A person that gave back to so much to her college should be always remembered, and I will make sure that she is. I love you all and share in your grief..... *tears*

Karen Grenier

January 26, 2008

I am so saddened to hear the news about Jen.....I taught her in preschool and our paths would periodically cross over the years. I was always filled with joy after having a encounter with Jennifer. She was an intelligent and vivacious young woman and my heart goes out to her family and friends. Please accept my sincerest sympathies.

Respectfully,

Lauryn Baron

January 26, 2008

My thoughts and prayers go out to Jen's friends and family during this difficult time!
Jen was loved by so many! She was so dedicated, smart, and had a heart of gold! I went to school with Jen, and I can remember her big smile and her presence just made everyone else smile.
Jen was truely a special person, who loved all and wanted to help. She made such a huge and special impact on so many lives. Jen will remain in the hearts, thoughts, and prayers of everyone. She will be truely missed by all!
Jen, I know you are watching down over us! Thank you for being you; that special person who touched everyone's life. You are such a special person.

High School Friend

The Altmayer Family (Ella, Aaron and Sierra)

January 26, 2008

You will be forever missed by everyone that knew you and loved you. You're life has touched so many others and your spirit will live on in our lives forever. May you rest in peace.

Susan Fortier

January 26, 2008

Dear Marlene and family,
Words are not enough to express how sorry I am for this tragedy. I am praying for you all.I wish there was more I could do.I will be in touch soon. Pleasecall me at NLH 526-5257 7p-7a. Love, Susan Fortier

Carrie Glidden

January 25, 2008

My deepest sympathy goes out to all of Jen's beloved family and friends.

Jen was a true friend to me through Elementary and High School. I will always be thankful for our many years of friendship and fun. She was giving, joyful, kindhearted, and always uplifting. I have many fond memories of Jen that I will always hold in my heart.

Jen, know that you are truly loved, sorely missed, and will never be forgotten. Your compassion and kindness lives on in the lives of those that you touched.
Love ~Carrie Glidden (formerly Burrill)

Dorothy Spencer Rivera

January 25, 2008

Dear Jen-
We'll all miss you so much. Love from my family and we hope you're at peace now. Our sympathies to your family.
Love,
Dorothy

warren Gonyea

January 25, 2008

Dear Jennifer, last time we saw you you enriched our lives with memories of the sweetness and innocence we have have always known you to possess. You have had sainthood in your dreams. We will miss you, God Bless you. Love Warren and Charlene.

The Carnevales

January 25, 2008

Such a tragic loss. Our heart felt condolences go out to Jen's family.
It is hard to believe she is gone. She had so much potential and was just a wonderful, caring person. Her suffering has ended and for those who loved and knew her it has only begun. She will be missed by so many, and was loved by so many as well.

Kathy Ward

January 25, 2008

To Jen's Family,

My daughter Bianca was one of Jen's classmates at SMHS. I remember Jen as being a lovely, gracious girl.
We are the poorer for losing her.
God bless you all.

Kathy Ward

Jen, April 2005, with fellow AVAP members

Meg Dugan (AmeriCorps Victim Assistance Program)

January 25, 2008

Jen,

Your overwhelming kindness and caring enriched the lives of those around you. Your smile and love for everyone will always be remembered. Thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.

Katie Gonyea

January 24, 2008

Jennifer,

You will always be remembered by those who knew you and loved you! The one memory I have that is fresh in my mind is when you attend Chris and I's wedding. You were so happy and every time I ran into you, you were having a blast! I Thank you for a great memory that I will never let leave my heart :)

Chris Gonyea

January 24, 2008

To my cousin Jen,

Where do I begin? For my entire life, you practically lived in the next town over. Our two families did so much together, in fact, you could say you were an unofficial sister to my brothers and I.

I'll never forget how excited you and I were when we found out we would be going to high school together in the same class. It turned out to be just as cool as we thought it would be. What a great 4 years that was.

My favorite memory though is you at my wedding in September. It was the last time I saw you. You were so happy and having fun. That memory I will never ever forget and is the one that is helping me through this past few days.

You left us much too soon Jen. May you rest in peace. Someday we can continue where we left off.

- Your Cousin

Rodney & Tracey Gonyea

January 24, 2008

Jennifer will always be in our hearts. As well as her Aunt & Uncle, we were her godparents, and will miss her deeply. We pray for her peacefulness in heaven.

Lori Grant

January 24, 2008

My heart goes out to all of those who loved and cherished Jen as I did. She will be remembered as the most caring, generous, selfless, kind and loving woman I have ever known and truly one of the greatest Advocates in history. "Jen G.", may you finally feel at peace. I will miss you so much.....
Love & Peace always and forever,
Lori Grant

The Staff of Chadwick Funeral Service

January 23, 2008

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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