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Barbara Skeath Obituary
GREENVILLE -- Barbara I. Skeath, 84, died Jan. 11, 2009, at Good Shepherd Healthcare Center, Jaffrey, after a brief illness.
She was born in Greenville, June 26, 1924, to Orlando J. and Beatrice G. (Haynes) Castonguay. She lived most of her life in the Greenville and New Ipswich area.
For many years, she and her husband, Fred, owned the Jonas Chickering home in New Ipswich. Together they had a passion for collecting antiques.
She enjoyed traveling with her husband and sister in-law, Mary Skeath, throughout Europe. After retiring she enjoyed taking cruise vacations with her mother, sisters and nieces. She especially enjoyed spending long weekends in Quebec City. In most recent years, she enjoyed many hours with her close friend and caregiver, Doris Peterson.
She is predeceased by her husband, Frederick Skeath, in 1984.
Family members include a brother, Donald Castonguay of New Ipswich; and nine nieces and nephews.
SERVICES: There are no calling hours.
A private graveside service will be held at a later date in Pleasant Street Cemetery, Greenville.
Memorial contributions may be made to New Hampshire Humane Society, 545 Route. 101, Bedford 03110.
The Fournier Funeral Home, 12 High Street in Greenville is in charge of arrangements (www.fournierfh.com).
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Sally Wolfe
January 24, 2009
I was sad to hear of the passing of Aunt Barbara. My brother Fred called saying he received the unfortunate news. I have put her in my prayers and find comfort to know she is with family that has passed as well. I will remember her always as being kind and very uplifting.
Sincerely,
Sally Wolfe
formerly Sally Skeath
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Fred & Lori Skeath
January 19, 2009
Our entire family will really miss her.
Fred remembers coming to New Hampshire for Simiplex training and visiting her at these times. During one of these trips, Barbara's sister-in-law, Mary Skeath, was able to make a visit, as well. A wonderful time was had by everyone. Many lasting memories were created.
Fred is scheduled for Simplex training again this March and had planned to visit Barbara at this time.
She will definitely be missed.
With sincere condolences,
Fred and Lori Skeath
& Family
The Staff of Fournier Funeral Home
January 15, 2009
Offering our heartfelt sympathies at this time.
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