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Priscilla Clougherty-Papp Obituary

Priscilla A. Clougherty-Papp, 83, of Manchester, NH, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 30th, 2025.

Born in Manchester on December 20, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Genevieve (Ciempa) Skrzyszowski. Priscilla's life was deeply rooted in the Queen City, where her love for learning, music, and family began.

A proud graduate of Central High School, Priscilla played violin in the school orchestra and participated in Gilbert and Sullivan operettas all four years. Her musical talents extended beyond school as a member of the Manchester Youth Symphonette, an early expression of the joy she found in the arts.

Priscilla earned her Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology from Notre Dame College and dedicated her career to laboratory medicine. She served with professionalism and care at Sacred Heart Hospital, Catholic Medical Center, New Hampshire Medical Lab, and Path Lab. While at New Hampshire Medical Lab, she was honored as Laboratorian of the Year, a testament to her excellence and dedication.

Priscilla was married to her beloved husband, John M. Clougherty, for twenty-six years until his passing in 1990. Together, they raised four children, instilling in them the values of education, participation in athletics, and a love of family.

Priscilla found love again and in 1994 married Richard W. "Dick" Papp. Together for twenty-six years, they cherished time spent with family, throwing big parties, and especially attending their grandchildren's concerts, performances, and hockey, basketball, and baseball games. They traveled the world extensively, embracing new places and experiences with enthusiasm. In their later years, they made RiverWoods Manchester their home. Priscilla enjoyed her golden years at RiverWoods, calling bingo, volunteering at The Tavern, participating as a member of the advisory committee, and serving as the chairperson of the Salvation Army Kids Café Foundation.

Priscilla loved life deeply and fully. Her devotion to family was the cornerstone of her existence, and she brought warmth, wisdom, and laughter to all who knew her. She was predeceased by husbands John Clougherty (1990) and Richard W. "Dick" Papp (2020).

Priscilla is survived by her children, Timothy Clougherty (Deanna), Angela Lyman, Eileen Vlieger (Matthew), and Brian Clougherty (Megan); stepchildren Bill Papp (late wife Marie), Mary-Jo Boisvert (Tim), Katie Fitzgerald (Ron Breton), and Julie Papp (David Haywood); grandchildren Olivia and Ben Papp, Maggie Boisvert, Meaghan and Declan Clougherty, Jack Fitzgerald, Shaeleigh Lyman, Nora and Nicholas Vlieger, John and Fiona Clougherty, and Grace Haywood; great-granddaughter Rhea Oakley; siblings Jane Sidway (Robert) and Jon Skrzyszowski (Claire); as well as many nieces, nephews, and dear friends.

Services: Calling hours will be Wednesday, June 4, 2025, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at Connor-Healy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 537 Union Street, Manchester, NH.

Her funeral will be held Thursday, June 5, 2025, with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 12:30 PM at St. Pius X Church, 575 Candia Road, Manchester, NH.

Memorial donations in her name may be made to Sisters of the Precious Blood Monastery, 700 Bridge Street, Manchester, NH 03101; or Salvation Army Kids Café, 121 Cedar Street, Manchester, NH 03101.

For more information, visit: www.connorhealy.com

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

Published by Union Leader on Jun. 2, 2025.

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Karen Leafe

June 5, 2025

Priscilla was one of the people who helped me to become a Medical Technologist. She was kind, patient, and a good teacher. She was a beautiful person. Deepest sympathy to her family.

Bryan Fournier

June 4, 2025

So sorry to hear this news. Sending the Clougherty family love and strength.
So sorry for your loss.

Krystyna Donati

June 4, 2025

Our deepest condolences to the Cloughertys for the loss of their wonderful Mom.
Sincerely, Krys and Dino Donati

Lisa Papp Mesner

June 3, 2025

Sending all our love and sincere condolences to the Clougherty and Papp family! She was always so inviting and wonderful to the CT Papp’s. She will be missed dearly! God Bless you Priscilla!! What a party you must have arrived to in heaven! Give kisses to everyone! Until we meet again!!

Jeanne Homer

June 3, 2025

Paul and I are so sad to hear about Priscilla´s passing. She was a great lady and so loved.
Our love and condolences to you, Eileen, Tim, Brian and Angie. You are in our prayers.
Love,
Paul and Jeanne Homer

Paul lolicata

June 2, 2025

Jon, my deepest condolences God bless

Selma Naccach-Hoff

June 2, 2025

I read with interest this obituary, not because I knew the person, but her life was so fulfilling, it was gratifying. Then I realized the connections she brought together and which played a role in my life. Jane, so sorry for your loss. The passing of a sister is not an easy burden, but I'm sure you carry wonderful memories. To the Papps, you, too, have experienced loss, but your indomitable spirits I know will prevail. The Cloughertys are mainstays in our community, and I can see how that came to be. In short, she has left an amazing legacy in all of you. Please accept my very deepest sympathy.

Debra Poulicakos

June 2, 2025

So sad to see you gone my Priscilla. I was shocked! My deepest sympathies to the family of Priscilla. I very much enjoyed our chats during the services of Nails and Feet. We had great laughs . I miss you already especially walking by the salon and I would say `Mama´ because of the resemblance. I was so blessed for the time I had to service you. You were not just a resident, you were my friend . May God see an a beautiful woman entering heavens gates into the Arms of the Angels. I love you Priscilla. May you rest in peace.

shaeleigh lyman

June 2, 2025

Wish i could be there on this sad day but also a loving day knowing she’s at peace. She was a great mother to all her kids so loving and most importantly an amazing grandmother!! we all will miss her dearly. condolences to all my family members during this hard time but we are all in this together so let’s be there for each other. She did everything she needed to in life and yes we all didn’t wanna see her go but god wanted to bring her home. i love each and everyone of you and im there with y’all in spirit as well as she will be ! ❤ she was a loving and caring soul she took care of everyone in this family. we will all miss the moments where she makes us laugh, feel safe and loved but we never will let those moments go! let’s keep her memory alive!!

Mona Rosen

June 1, 2025

I didn’t know Priscilla but I know her daughter Eileen. Judging by how wonderful Eileen is as a person I can only imagine what a great mom and person she was. My thoughts and prayers are with you Eileen and the family.

Julie Nicoletti

June 1, 2025

Warm, caring thoughts are being sent your way at this sad and difficult time of loss of such a dear one.
May love surround you and loving memories of her soften your grief and comfort you in the days ahead.
She will be forever remembered and forever loved by those whose lives she touched.

Joe Anne Devereaux

June 1, 2025

Dear Tim,Brian,Eileen,Angela and families
Our condolences to you all on the passing of your Mom.
We enjoyed many visits with her and Uncle Richie when we visited New Hampshire. They were always so gracious hosting us for a swim and delicious meal at their place before they moved and we enjoyed their company at all the get togethers at Mary Jo and Tim’s, Katie’s and Bill and Marie’s in Manchester or “ up at the lake”
To all of you as well as Bill,Olivia, Ben, Mary Jo , Tim and Maggie, Katie,Jack,Julie,Dave and Grace .thanks for the memories!
Our thoughts and prayers for you all❤
Hugs from Ben Eoin
Joe Anne,Ed, Liam, Kelson and Breagh
Rest in peace Priscilla

Jim and Gail Baxter

June 1, 2025

It was a pleasure to see Dick and Priscilla at many of Deanna and Tim’s gatherings. We express our heartfelt condolences to all of family

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