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Ann Macfarlane Obituary
PLAISTOW, N.H. — Ann L. (Fiore) Macfarlane, 61, a longtime resident of Plaistow, died Saturday evening, May 3, 2008 at the Community Hospice House in Merrimack, following a brief but courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.
Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., daughter of the late Marco and Marian (Pagani) Fiore, she moved to Plaistow as a child and attended the Pollard School. She was a member of the Haverhill High School, Class of 1964, and also attended Plymouth State College.
Ms. Macfarlane recently retired from the Internal Revenue Service after 33 years as a tax examiner and was a recipient of the Gallatin Award for exemplary service to the U.S. Government.
A former resident of Shady Lane, she was a member of Holy Angels Church of St. Luke the Evangelist Parish. She was also a local environmental advocate and also enjoyed line dancing workshops, traveling, crocheting and Broadway plays.
She is survived by a daughter, Amy L. MacFarlane and her fiance John Marchesano of Watertown, a brother, Anthony "Tony" Fiore of Candia, and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
ARRANGEMENTS: Relatives and friends are invited to call on Tuesday, May 6, 2008 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Brookside Chapel & Funeral Home, 116 Main St., Route 121A, Plaistow. Her funeral will be held on Wednesday, May 7, at 9 a.m. from the funeral home with a Mass of Christian burial at 10 a.m. in Holy Angels Church, Plaistow. Burial will follow in Holy Angels Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, 2141 Rosecrans Ave., Suite 7000, El Segundo,CA 90245; or to Home Health and Hospice Care, Community Hospice House, Attn: Development, 22 Prospect St., Nashua, NH 03060.
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Belinda Book
May 17, 2008
Amy,
I am sorry for your loss. You are a great daughter and stood by your mom. You did all you could for her. She is in God's arms now and forever without pain or suffering. I love you and am always here for you.
Samantha Lewis
May 15, 2008
Amy I'm so sorry to hear about your mother, she was very sweet and I liked her very much. If there is anything you need or want please don't hesitate I'm here for you.
Lynn Merritt
May 7, 2008
Dear Amy,
I'm so sorry for your loss. After just losing my father, I hope you find comfort as I have, knowing she now has peace.
always, Lynn
David Lewis
May 6, 2008
Dear Amy,
I was shocked to hear of your Mother's death and will put her and you in my prayers.
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Kathy & Jim
May 6, 2008
We are very sorry for your loss.
Although I never met your mother, I know her through you Amy to know she was a great person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Toni Coughlin
May 6, 2008
Amy and Family,
You are and have been in our thoughts and prayers. May you find God's comfort in abundance. Please let us know if you need anything at all.
With much love,
Toni Coughlin and Family
David Simoneau
May 6, 2008
Deepest condolences to Ann's family. I knew her briefly as a dance partner at the White Buffalo and will never forget her.
Kathy Harris
May 5, 2008
Amy and John,
I am truly sorry for your loss, but am confident that your mom is in a better place! After losing a grandmother to cancer I know how difficult those last weeks with hospice can be. Amy, I know you were a great support to your mother when she needed it the most. I pray for peace to know that she is in good hands and for comfort for you during this difficult time...Kathy Harris
Stephanie Kearns
May 5, 2008
Amy
I knew your mom only for the briefest of times, but she was so sweet and friendly and gentle. My heart goes out to you in your time of loss.
maureen dever
May 5, 2008
amy i am so sorry for your loss....she fought a valiant fight.....i am so very proud of you for the care you gave her and the peace you gave her until the end...see you soon here in fl...love and prayers mo and peter... meagan too....
Julie McLaughlin
May 5, 2008
Amy & John,
I am here if you need anything. I am thinking and praying for you and your family.
Love,
Julie
Linda Jasper
May 5, 2008
Ann's Family
Ann was my best friend in Pollard School and still friends although we went to different high schools. She was a beautiful friend and I think of her often. Her Mom and Dad and brother, Tony, were a wonderful family and very nice to me. I wish you only the best.
Linda Clements Jasper
Copperas Cove, TX
Peggy Langley
May 5, 2008
Dear Amy and John,
I send you love and light at this time of great sorrow. May you take comfort in the love of your friends and family, and the love between you and your mom. Love is forever.
With loving thoughts and many blessings,
Peggy
May 5, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Amy.
Sincerely,
Erin Anderson
Bonnie
May 5, 2008
A beautiful smile that will be missed. God Bless your family.
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