Constance C. Niles

It is with profound sadness that Constance "Connie" C. (Belliveau) Niles, 95, has gone from her earthly home to her heavenly home on Sunday, August 31st 2025 surrounded by her family. Connie, the eldest of eight children, was born on November 22, 1929 in Fitchburg to Camille and Florence (Guertin) Belliveau.

She celebrated 70 years of marriage to her husband, Ernest (Ernie). Together, Connie and Ernie raised 5 children. She was a graduate of St. Bernard's High School Class of 1947. Connie was the church organist for St. Joseph's Church in Fitchburg while also being a reporter for the Fitchburg Sentinel In addition to being a full time Homemaker.

Connie had very diverse interests, being an avid reader, playing the piano, playing cards, word puzzles, and watching her beloved Red Sox. After Connie's and Ernie's retirement, they had a love of travel.

Connie was a gentle woman who found joy and contentment in her strong faith. She was a beloved wife, devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and aunt. Life held many blessings for Connie, and she was thankful for much. A woman of grace who's inviting spirit of kindness and goodness will be long remembered. She will be dearly missed and she will be forever in our hearts until we meet again.

She is survived by four children, Ernest Niles Jr. of Fitchburg, Christine Burby and her husband, John of Fitchburg, Michael Niles and his wife, Mary of Winchendon, Paul Niles and his wife, Laura of Leominster, and a Son-in-law Dennis St. Jean of Westminster. As well as grandchildren David St. Jean, Christopher St. Jean, Jeremy Burby and wife Kristy, Brian Niles, Teresa Niles, and fiance Zach Olbrys, Catherine Niles, Madeline Niles, and Great Grandchildren Matthew St. Jean, Dennis St. Jean, Alexander Burby, Lauren Burby, Gordon Niles, Alex Gagnon, and Dominic Leblanc. Sisters Pauline Belliveau and Dolores Cordia both of Leominster and many nieces and nephews.

She is predeceased by her husband Ernest in April 2019, Daughter Bernice St. Jean in March 2023. Jennifer St. Jean, wife of Christopher St. Jean. Her Parents Camille and Florence Belliveau, Brothers Bernard (Connie), Donald (Becky), and Andre (Ann), Sisters Jacqueline (Roland) Bougault, and Rachel {Andy) Croteau Brother-in-laws Nicholas Cordio, Alfred (Freddy) Niles, Sister-in-laws Sarah (Albert) Austin and Dorothy (John) Dunn.

The family would like to extend our appreciation to the Highlands Nursing Home, for the love and care they gave to Connie. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Connie's name to The American Cancer Society or The National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

Calling Hours will be held on Friday, September 12, 2025 from 5:00-7:00PM at Brandon Funeral Home, 305 Wanoosnoc Rd., Fitchburg, MA.

A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 11:00AM at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 49 Woodland St., Fitchburg, MA with a burial to follow at St. Joseph's Cemetery, 487 Clarendon St., Fitchburg, MA.

Brandon Funeral Home, 305 Wanoosnoc Rd., Fitchburg, MA is assisting with arrangements.