Nancy Jean Cole

Nancy Jean Cole obituary, Lebanon, NH

Nancy Jean Cole

Nancy Cole Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Dupuis Funeral Home - Ashland on Jan. 24, 2026.
Nancy Jean Cole 65 passed away surrounded by family and loved ones at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, NH on January 22, 2026. She was born in Boston, MA on November 17, 1960, the daughter of James and Norma (Nelson) Cole.

Nancy was raised in Stoughton, Massachusetts and had resided in New Hampshire for the past 30+ years. She was most recently employed at The Bridge House in Plymouth, NH as a House Supervisor.

Nancy loved her family immensely and had a deep affection for her canine fur babies. She enjoyed antiques and collectables as well as cooking and baking, whether it was for 50 people or 2. She was very giving and generous to her family and friends, especially to her niece, nephews, great nieces and great nephews whom she adored. Known for her infectious laughter, unique humor and a profound impact through her work and community involvement. Nancy brought light and love to everyone she met. She lived a life full of passion and will be deeply missed by all. She was also a member of the Dupuis Cross Post #15 Auxiliary, Ashland, NH.

She was predeceased by her father James A. Cole, Sr.

She is survived by her mother, Norma E Cole, of Meredith, NH her sisters Nora A Cole of Foxboro, MA, Donna M (Cole) Locurto of Ashland, NH her brothers James A Cole, Jr and wife Deborah of Nevada, TX, Michael J Cole and wife Theresa of Salem, NH, James M Cole and wife Jessica of Goffstown, NH.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:00pm at the Holy Trinity Parish, St Matthews Church, 11 School St. in Plymouth, NH on Thursday, January 29, 2026, with a reception to follow the service at St. Matthews Church Hall, everyone is invited.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you please donate to The Bridge House, 260 Highland Street, Plymouth, NH 03264 to honor the memory of Nancy Jean Cole.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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Althea G Peirce

January 25, 2026

I will not send flowers. They will either and die. please remember you are loved.

Althea Peirce

January 25, 2026

Nancy you touched my life deeply. I am going to miss you so much. I will always remember you. I love you girl. Althea

Eleanor Hughes

January 24, 2026

Many years ago, I cherished the time I spent at the Cole estate in Stoughton. The joy and laughter we shared were truly special. Nancy was always ready with a joke or sitting at the kitchen table with Donna and me as we studied for school tests, creating memories I hold dear.

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