LACONIA ---- Pauline M. Bolduc, 98, passed away on Monday, July 13, 2026 at St. Francis Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Laconia.
Pauline was born November 11, 1927, in Cabot, VT, the daughter of Edmond James Dunn and Eva Elizabeth (Racine) Dunn.
She moved to Canaan in 1938 and to Laconia in 1942. She was a waitress for many years, working for Laconia Tavern and the very popular Crystal Café, the Winnisquam House, and the Captain’s Table. She also worked at Laconia State School and Training Center, in food service, for 20 years before retiring in 1989.
She was an avid golfer and bowler; and, in the 60’s, taught bowling to high school students. She enjoyed time with her grandchildren, her flowers, reading, doing crossword and jigsaw puzzles, and watching sports.
She was married 58 years to the love of her life, Omer Bolduc, who passed away in February 2012. She is survived by her son Glen Richard Bolduc and his wife, Marie, of Laconia; seven grandchildren, Rebecca Grant (Gregg), Benjamin Altmiller, Nathaniel Altmiller, Kara Martinez (Carlos), Brian Bolduc (Marti), Lindsey Holman (David) and Alyssa Connell (Nick); 12 great-grandchildren; daughter-in-law Nancy Bolduc; and nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband and her parents; she is also predeceased by her son Allan John Bolduc and her nine siblings, Lorenzo, Francis, Margurite, Arnold, Clarence, Rudolph, Madeline, Calvin and Roland.
Calling hours will not be held.
A Graveside Service will be Monday, August 17, 2026 at 11:00 am at Sacred Heart Cemetery.
For those who wish, the family suggests memorial contributions in Pauline’s name be made to the Activities Fund at St. Francis Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, 406 Court Street, Laconia, NH 03246.
Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services / 603Cremations.com, 164 Pleasant St., Laconia, NH, 03246, is assisting the family with arrangements. For more information and to view an online memorial, please visit wilkinsonbeane.com.