LACONIA - Doris M. Fecteau, 84, of 22 Dixon Street, died Saturday January 12, 2013 in her home.
She was born on May 12, 1928 in Laconia, New Hampshire, the daughter of Maurice and Gladys (Abbott) Gay. She was employed by the State of New Hampshire working at various liquor stores, working most of her career at the Gilford Store. She truly loved her work, spending time talking with friends and customers before retiring from the State liquor commission after 24 years. She was the first woman staff member to be working in a New Hampshire State Liquor.
She loved traveling to Foxwoods Casino, Disney World, spending the early years at Wells beach and later the family camp in Kennebunk, Maine. She enjoyed golfing with her husband Francis and spending quality time with her family. She was also an active member at the Laconia Lodge of Elks, B.P.O.E. 876 where she would volunteer her time. She was also a member of the Catholic Daughters, Ladies Guild.
She was predeceased by her Husband Francis of 60 years in 2007 as well as her son Robert in 2003. Survivors include four sons; Kenneth Fecteau and his wife Debbie, James Fecteau and his wife Debbie, Jerry and wife Colleen and William Fecteau. Her daughter Nancy Fecteau and one sister Shirley Cass,
5 grandchildren Michael, Curtis, Tracey, Jody and Nicole, as well as many nieces and nephews.
Calling hours will be held from 4PM to 6PM on Thursday, January 17, 2013. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday January 18, 2013 at St. Andre Bessette Parish - St. Joseph Church, 30 Church Street, Laconia, N.H. Burial will follow at Sacred Heart cemetery, Laconia, N.H.
Friends who wish to honor Doris's memory are invited to make a contribution to the American Cancer Society or to the Central NH VNA & Hospice, 780 North Main Street, Laconia, NH 03246.
Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, N.H. is assisting the family with the arrangements. For more information and to view an online memorial go to www.wilkinsonbeane.com.