Brian Desilets Obituary
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He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Nancy (Wojcik) Desilets of Derry; his daughter, Alicia R. Lopez and her husband Christopher of Warner, NH; three grandchildren, Caleb Lopez, Tanner Lopez and Lena Lopez; his brother, Brendan J. Desilets and his wife Cynthia Evans of Nashua, NH; three sisters, Lynn R. Desilets and her husband Richard Durand of Dracut, MA, Jan Marie Descoteaux of Lowell, MA, and Leanne E. Blanchette and her husband Richard of Dracut, MA; as well as several nieces and nephews.
There are no calling hours. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday August 20, 2025 at 10:00am in St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 26 Crystal Ave., Derry. Burial will follow in Forest Hill Cemetery, E. Derry.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 26 Crystal Ave., Derry, NH 03038.
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Mary Boucher
August 19, 2025
Nancy and Alicia, I was so very sorry to hear about Brian. He was such a wonderful and kind man! Thinking of you and your family during this very difficult and sad time. Brian will be sorely missed. You´re in my thoughts and prayers. Mary Boucher
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Dennis Goyette
August 19, 2025
Nancy and Alicia, I am so sorry for your loss. Brian was a great educator, friend and colleague. I have nothing but fond memories. May he rest in peace.
Dorothy Keller
August 17, 2025
My deepest condolences on Brian´s death. I have so many memories of your loving family on Chase Avenue.
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