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Donald Faulkenham Obituary
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CHELMSFORD -- Donald G. Faulkenham, a resident of Chelmsford for the past 47 years, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, March 3, 2013 at Life Care Center of Merrimack Valley in Billerica. He was the beloved husband of Ruby L. (Joudrey) Faulkenham with whom he shared 54 years of marriage.
He was born in Upper Northfield, Nova Scotia on April 30, 1934 and was a son of the late Wilfred Lohnes and Arabel (Fancey) Lohnes.
He owned and operated Don Faulkenham Siding and Doors and was a general contractor in the Chelmsford area for many years. He also sold Christmas trees to the residents of Chelmsford for over 40 years. His trees were brought to the area from his native Nova Scotia.
Donald was an avid gardener, enjoyed woodworking and loved the outdoors.
In addition to his wife, Don is survived by his daughter; Debbie Silver and her husband Alton of Nova Scotia, two sons; Rick Faulkenham of Lowell and David Faulkenham and his wife Cheryl of Chelmsford, three grandchildren; Jake Faulkenham, Amanda Faulkenham and Brittany Silver and two great-grandchildren; Maddax and Mari-Lynn, two sisters; Helen Hoage of Farmington, NH and Sharon Varner and her husband Roscoe of Nova Scotia and several cousins in Nova Scotia. He was the father of the late Sheila Faulkenham who passed away from Lupus at the age of 16 in 1975.
FAULKENHAM -- Visitation will take place on Wednesday from 4 to 6 pm at the BLAKE FUNERAL HOME, 24 Worthen St., CHELMSFORD. Funeral Services and a second visitation will take place in New Germany, Nova Scotia, Canada at C.F. Sweeney's Funeral Home. Burial will take place at the Hillside Cemetery, Upper Northfield, Nova Scotia. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Parkinson's Research Foundation, 5969 Cattleridge Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34232. Funeral Director, Paul A. Hardy, Jr. For online condolences visit BLAKEFUNERALHOME.COM.
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Memories and Condolences
for Donald Faulkenham
Don Ray
March 7, 2013
Oh Christmas Tree Oh Christmas Tree, Ruby,Rick,Dave, Lots of good times come to mind from the Panda days,Don was one of a kind,sorry i cant make the service,in my prayers....
Karen Brown-Melanson
March 6, 2013
Dear Ruby & Family,
So sorry to hear of Don's passing. I often think back to wonderful memories of years past when we shared Christmas eve and many other wonderful memories of you & Don with mom & dad playing guitar and singing for hours. Rest in peace Don.
Sandy Leland
March 6, 2013
Dear Ruby and family, Les and I are so sorry for your loss. We haven't seen you both in a long time but are sadden by his passing. He was always so much fun. We remember him at the garage and selling the trees. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love, Les and Sandy Leland
Kathleen Osborne
March 5, 2013
Don will be missed by all who were lucky enough to know him. Ruby, you are in our thoughts and prayers as well as the rest of your family.
Rick Faulkenham
March 5, 2013
Going to miss you Dad. Your parenting, bizzare inventions (coil stock), leadership and wisdom will always be part of my life. I'll keep Ma busy!
Kerry Fleming
March 5, 2013
My thought and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
Jeanne Bousquet
March 5, 2013
My condolences to the whole Faulkenham family. Don, it was a gift, for me, directly from God the day that I was able to play some music for you. Play now in heaven! "The outfit"
Cheryl Faulkenham
March 5, 2013
You are now at rest Don. Your family misses you so much. I will do my best to help everyone through this rough time. Love your favorite daughter in law. You used to call me that even though I am your only daughter in law.
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