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Dawn Desrosiers Obituary
Born in Manchester, NH on May 22, 1957, she was the daughter of Norbert and Joan (Harris) Desrosiers. She was a lifelong resident of the Queen City.
Dawn graduated from Manchester Memorial High School, Class of 1975. She earned a degree from Hesser College.
For most of her professional career, Dawn worked as a Child Welfare Technician with the State of New Hampshire Child Support Services.
Devoted to her faith, she was a communicant of Saint Anthony Church.
Dawn loved life and her family dearly. She was a loving and devoted mother, nana, sister, aunt, and friend. Her granddaughters brought her endless pride and joy. Dawn was known for her positive attitude, sweet personality, and selfless ways. She leaves a rich legacy of love, compassion, kindness, generosity, and faith. She enjoyed knitting, being outside in nature, and sitting in the sunshine. She was loved by all who had the pleasure of knowing her, as she left an indelible mark on every single life that she touched.
Family members include a son, Tom Desrosiers and his wife, Nicole, of Weare; two granddaughters, Hannah and Lauren; her twin sister, Deborah Desrosiers of Manchester; her sisters, Christine Gasser of NC and Catherine Bergson of MA; her special niece, Karen Riley and her husband, Brennan; as well as several nieces.
Services: A calling hour will be held Friday, November 17, 2023, from 9 to 10 AM in Saint Joseph Cathedral, Pine Street, Manchester, NH.
A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in the Cathedral at 10 AM.
Burial will proceed in Pine Grove Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in memory of Dawn T. Desrosiers to support cancer research and patient care at: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284 or via dana-farber.org/gift.
The Connor-Healy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 537 Union Street, Manchester, NH has the honor of handling the arrangements.
For more information visit: www.connorhealy.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Dawn Desrosiers
Cris
January 5, 2024
In loving memory of a wonderful sister. Thank you Tommy and Nicole for keeping me in the loop, it was so nice to FaceTime with Dawn, but not long enough. I feel selfish wishing she left us so quickly but grateful she was spared any more suffering. She was the sweetest one of all of us. I'm glad we shared the planet with her. We will love you and miss you always. Sending all my love, Cris, Rich and Teagan
Robbie Dakoulas Pellerin
December 18, 2023
To Cathy, Debbie, and
all of Dawn’s Loved Ones,
I am so sorry for your loss.
How wonderful it is to read that Dawn was recognized and appreciated for the sweet, gentle soul she was.
May she rest in peace and may you all find peace in your hearts.
Cheryl Nugent-Hoover
November 19, 2023
To Dawn's family, I'm so sorry for your loss. This surely has been a really difficult time for you all. Dawn and Debbie and I graduated from high school together. Your words of sweet ring true as how I would remember her. I moved away after right after graduation and lost touch, but I have fond memories of trying to stay out of trouble back in the mid '70s. I just learned that my sister Chris is a friend of Nicole's. Such a small world.
I'm glad to know that Dawn was surrounded by a loving family and knows the love of the Lord.
Warm thoughts,
Cheryl (Nugent) Hoover
Phyllis & Bob Hanavan
November 16, 2023
To Tom,Nicole, Hannah, & Lauren,
Please know you’re in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. May God heal your hearts & let you feel her presence always.
Phyllis & Bob Hanavan
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Chris Cronin
November 16, 2023
Nicole I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My sincere condolences to you and your family at this time.
May God Bless you and your family. Most Sincerely, Chris Cronin
Carol Crossett
November 15, 2023
Dawn, what a beautiful eulogy eloquently celebrating your life. I don't know what to say beyond that was already said but I will try. You gave more than you took. I will remember how kind you were to my mother and how you visited her often to show her that she was not alone, not forgotten. You will also not be forgotten or alone. You are well-regarded and respected. You are the best of humanity and will be missed. Love always.
Bill Stergios
November 13, 2023
To your family, sorry for your loss. Hard to believe it´s been 50 years since we all used to hang out with Christine. Hope she´s doing well
Monica Lajoie
November 13, 2023
My life was blessed by knowing her. I knew her through her relatives.
Michael Harris
November 13, 2023
Debbie and family...So sorry to hear about Dawns passing. She was such a loving lady. I hope she is resting peacefully and reunited with your parents, uncle Joe and aunt Cal. RIP Dawn.
Thom and Patty Riley
November 12, 2023
So very sorry for your loss. Dawn was a beautiful person and made each person she met feel special. She will be missed. Our love and prayers for her and all of her family. May the angels guide her to heaven.
Robert & Rachel Provencher
November 11, 2023
We have had the pleasure of knowing Dawn for nearly 30 years. We were introduced to her when our daughter fell in love with her son. We have spent many holidays together, and we have all those beautiful memories to share. We have never known such a gentle, giving woman as Dawn. We share two beautiful granddaughters together, and believe me they will never forget their Nana while we are around. Rest in peace, Dawn, and know that you will never ever be forgotten, and that you are loved beyond measure.
Eileen Sasso (Morey)
November 11, 2023
Oh Debbie I am just so, so deeply sorry for all of Dawn's and yours and your families suffering and great loss!!! What horribly sad news. Dawn was a sweet girl. This picture brings you right back to the days and memories of long ago. I regret I will not be able to attend her service as I've lived away from New England for some time now. I certainly will be thinking of you and praying for you. Deepest heartfelt sympathy and warmest hugs to you, Chris, Catherine, Tommy and all who loved Dawn.
Diana Mueller
November 10, 2023
My sincere condolences on the loss of Dawn. We attended MMHS together and I remember well as a kind person. May she rest in Heaven until all who loved her meet again.
Robert & Rachel Provencher
November 10, 2023
We have known Dawn ever since our daughter Nicole introduced us to Dawn and her son Tom, nearly 30 years ago. We have spent many holidays together and of course we share 2 beautiful granddaughters. Such a lovely, kind and gentle woman was Dawn. She will be dearly missed.
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