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Doris Burns Obituary

Doris "Marge" (Leidemer) Burns, 70, of Manchester passed away peacefully at her home on October 27, 2016, surrounded by her loving family.

When Marge was born to Lt. Col. Henry and Doris (Carreau) Leidemer at Harmon Air Force Base in Stephenville, Newfoundland, in 1946, she became the first American citizen to be born in the country. She spent her childhood at various Air Force bases in the country. After earning a bachelor's degree in History from New Mexico State University, she went on to teach History and Government at Memorial High School in Manchester for 25 1/2 years before retiring in 1996.

Marge was predeceased by her beloved husband Bob, and by sister-in-law, Leslie "Jo" Leidemer. She is survived by two children, Kristen Burns of Woburn, MA, and Brendan Burns of Watertown, MA.; two brothers H. Martin Leidemer, Jr. of Lynch Station, VA, and Glenn Leidemer and his wife Mary of Auburn, NH; and four very special nieces, Catherine Leidemer of Baltimore, MD, Kathleen Mahan of Bedford, NH, Krista Leidemer of Manchester, NH, and Kelly Anderson of Ashburnham, MA; in addition to aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends.

In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donations in Marge's memory to: VNA Hospice, 1070 Holt Ave., Unit 4, Manchester, NH 03109.

There are no calling hours. A memorial service will be held at 9:00 a.m., on Tuesday at Lambert Funeral Home & Crematory, 1799 Elm St., corner of North St., Manchester, NH 03104. Burial will be private. To leave a message of condolence, please go to www.lambertfuneralhome.com.

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

Published by Union Leader on Oct. 30, 2016.

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Linda Currier

October 24, 2020

Well “Doe”, it’s hard to believe that it has been 4 years, think of you so often that In many ways it seems like only yesterday. I have tried, in a small way , to support our favorite casinos, but it’s just not the same without you! Most importantly have tried to keep an eye on those little devils of yours, Kristen and Brendan. Miss you, Linda

November 6, 2016

We are so very sad about Marge. She was not someone to share details. I am glad everyone was there. Take care. Luanne & Dick

Annemarie Quinn

November 1, 2016

Dear Kristen and Brendan,
I am so very very sorry for the loss of your Mom. Marge was a wonderful person--funny, smart and kind. She was always so proud of you and loved you so much.
Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

David Wilson

October 31, 2016

I was so surprised to hear the news of your passing. I have such great memories of your NH History class when I was a student at Memorial. I would see you from time to time tending the grave of your beloved husband. My deepest sympathies to your son and daughter and other family members.

October 31, 2016

I had the opportunity to work with Marge as a colleague in the Social Studies Department at Memorial High School. Her sense of humor as well as her kindness in interacting with others, especially with students, was notable. She was a "difference maker"

John Handfield
Bonita Springs, FL

Sparkle Leidemer

October 30, 2016

My love and prayers are with you all. I have such fond memories of late night Leidemer card games where I was the "spectator", and laughter filled the room until the early morning hours.
Thank you, Margie, for being a wonderful sister-in-law. I respect and admire your grace in your life and your death.
I love you.

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