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1934
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2020
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Claire Mathieu Obituary
Born in Manchester on December 8, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Wilfrid and Alice (Dupont) Plourde. She was a graduate of St. Marie High School and worked as a receptionist for Velcro USA for nearly 18 years before retiring in 1999.
Claire enjoyed anything that included being around her family and friends. She loved mystery rides, coffee at Dunkins after daily mass, korny jokes that made herself laugh the most, onions and 'fixing other peoples wagons'.
Claire had the biggest heart and would always have a smile even while in pain. She had a great sense of humor, but was very stubborn and sassy.
Above all else, she will be remembered as a devoted and loving wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend.
Claire was predeceased by her beloved husband of 24 years, Guy J. Mathieu in 1982.
Surviving family members include one daughter, Lise Harrison and husband Peter of Manchester; two sons, Paul Mathieu and wife Laurie of Goffstown, and John Mathieu and wife Lisa of Manchester; three grandchildren, Spencer Mathieu and his wife Brittany, Aimee Herron and her husband Drew, and Natalie Morin; one great grandson, Odin Herron; Two sisters, Madeleine Aucion of Henniker, and Pauline Gagnon of Manchester. She was also predeceased by three sisters, Lorraine Plourde, Therese Valley and Sr. Christine Marie P.M.; and three brothers, Henry, Edward and Leo Plourde.
SERVICES: There are no calling hours. All services will be held private to the family. Claire will be laid to rest in Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Donations in Claire's name can be made to American Cancer Assoc., NH Chapter, 2 Commerce Dr., Ste. 110, Bedford, NH 03110. Under the current circumstances of COVID 19, the family will plan to have a Celebration of Life when it is safe to do so. To leave a message of condolence, please go to www.lambertfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Claire Mathieu
Kim Belair
June 20, 2020
My condolences to the Mathieu Family
Carol
May 17, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person, you will be miss aunt Claire
Sr.. Lucille Blais,CSC
May 16, 2020
I remember Claire from Blessed Sacrament Parish. Her warm smile and gentle demeanor were her outstanding features. She was most faithful to her attendance answered everyone with a smile. My condolences to her daughter.
Barbara Thurston
May 15, 2020
I am so sorry for the loss of your dear Mother. I was one of her Morning coffee at Dunkin friends she was a beautiful woman with a kind and gracious spirit. I enjoyed her company so much and will miss her welcoming smile and joyous laugh.
jean vallee
May 14, 2020
My sincere condolences. Claire's husband and my father used to work together when Auclair was around. And Lise you were one of my charges when I was an advisor at the old St. Theresa's church many years ago. I don't know if you remember me.I know, both of my parents are gone too. Sincerely Jean L Vallee and God bless and protect.
Ron & Denise Latouche
May 14, 2020
Claire was delightful & always caring. Our daughter Karen was friendly with Lise as classmates when Guy passed away unexpectedly. Claire, as the pillar of the family & carried on as needed. Her infectious smile & personality will be missed. God bless you as you mourn her loss.
Lynn Scott
May 13, 2020
Dear Lise and Family. So very sorry for your loss! I can see by her picture here that she had a wonderful smile, and she certainly raised a wonderful daughter. I am sure you will miss her deeply.
David Simard
May 13, 2020
I remember Claire growing up in the neighborhood and hanging out in front of Allard's store on Calif rd. and then I was lucky enough to work with her for 12 years. I always enjoyed talking with her about the past.
Lisa Plourde
May 13, 2020
Aunt Claire was such a nice woman, deepest condolences to her family. May she rest peacefully now and may your wonderful memories of her bring you comfort.
Plourde family
Emile Proulx
May 13, 2020
She was always gracious and kind, what I'll remember most is her laughing over the PA at work, forgetting she left the mic open. She was one of a kind and will truly be missed.
Jim Pottle
May 12, 2020
Jim Pottle
I will miss her gentle smile, infectious laugh and her witty humor as well as her delicious chicken soup. It has been a blessing to have known her. My sincere sympathies and warm wishes to her family.
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