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Patricia Guinan Obituary

Patricia (Hayes) Guinan, 88, of Manchester, the wife of the late Don A. Guinan, M.D., died Monday, Oct. 24, 2016, at home surrounded by her family.

Born in Enosburg Falls, Vermont, she was the daughter of the late Mark and Bessie (Dezotelle) Hayes, and had lived in Manchester until she decided to present herself to her late husband as a birthday present in lieu of a birthday cake. She was a charter member of St. Bartholomew Church, Manchester.

She is survived by her children, Elizabeth Martin and her husband, Tim, Don Guinan Jr. and his wife, Joanna, William Patrick Guinan, Patricia Vicki and her husband, Al, John Guinan and his wife, Mary, and his daughter-in-law, Brigid Guinan, all of Manchester; her grandchildren, Becky, Liz, Callum, Ella, Billy, Nathan, Bruce, Cadi, James, Sera, Colleen, and Maggie; and several nieces and nephews. The family would also like to express their gratitude and appreciation for the loving care provided by Kesha McDonald, her devoted caregiver of 2½ years. In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by her son Bruce D. Guinan.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, Oct. 27, at 10 a.m. at St. Bartholomew Church, 736 Middle Turnpike East, Manchester, followed by burial in East Cemetery.

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Published by Journal Inquirer from Oct. 25 to Oct. 29, 2016.

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October 29, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. The Guinan family was very special to me. Sincerely Judy Aceto.

Janis and Brandon Rankl

October 25, 2016

Our condolences to the Guinan Family upon the passing of your mother. May you always hold fond memories of her life with you.

kathy backman

October 25, 2016

Patricia was such a wonderful person and also very kind.She had a wonderful smile.

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