Irma L. Gifford
W. Lebanon– Irma L. (Levesque) Gifford, 90, died February 21, 2019 at her home surrounded by her family.
She was born in Manchester on January 25, 1929 the daughter of Arthur A. and Alida (Boufford) Levesque; and granddaughter of J.N. Boufford.
Irma valued faith, family, friends, fellowship and fun. She instilled these same values in her children and grandchildren. Her sense of humor was delightful.
As both a mother and grandmother, she introduced her love of music, the piano, art, and nature to her children and grandchildren. Her sense of adventure led her to frequent trips to the ocean, including swimming and flying handmade kites. Her love of her oil painting is evident in the vibrant colors of seascapes, churches, and lighthouses. She was kind and gentle, warmly hospitable, creative and fun-loving.
She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and was a Sunday school teacher for several years.
During her career with JC Penney she lived in New York City and Dallas where she worked as an executive assistant.
Irma also enjoyed traveling to Europe and Bolivia.
There is no doubt that she was welcomed into heaven with the song from the Afters- “Well-done, my good and faithful one.”
Family members include two sons, Jon Gifford and his wife, Rhonda of Boulder, CO., Stephen Gifford and his wife, Kathleen of Bethlehem NH., two daughters, Elaine Vanderstok and her partner, Ford Daley of Norwich, VT., Amy Gifford and her wife, Neec Bowyer of North Beach, MD., seven grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and several extended family-members.
A service will take place on March 20, 2019 at 11 am in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on 90 Clinton St. in Concord.
Niche placement will take place in Mt. Calvary Cemetery Mausoleum at a later date.
Should friends desire, contributions may be sent in lieu of flowers to Irma’s Church.
Checks are payable to: Lebanon Ward / memo line - Irma Gifford Memorial Fund
Send to :
Bishop Bjoern Suckow
Lebanon Ward, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
39 Wildwood Drive
West Lebanon, NH 03784
J.N. Boufford & Sons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
For up to date service information and online guest book please visit www.bouffordfuneralhome.com.