HARRIET (CARPENTER) DOWD, of Kingston and Palm Harbor, FL, formerly of Hull, passed away at her home in Kingston on Feb. 4th, 2013 with her loving family at her side. Harriet was the devoted wife of Russell H. Dowd for 58 years. She was the adoring mother of Dawn Dowd of Orlando, FL, Adrianne Rafferty and her husband Robert of Hanover, Dale Weiner and her husband Gary of Ballground, GA and her dear friend Catherine Morgan of Hull.
Harriet cherished her 5 grandchildren; Diana, Joshua, Caitlin, Mary and David along with her great granddaughter Madeline. Harriet is also survived by her younger brother Kenneth Carpenter and his wife Sue of Boulder City, NV, her cousin Carolyn and many nieces, nephews and dear friends.
Harriet was truly a ray of sunshine to her family and friends with a kind heart, warm soul and quick wit. Harriet was an accomplished seamstress, phenominal cook and incredible role model to her three daughters. She enjoyed making memories with her family and friends, going on cruises with her husband, shopping excursions and yard saleing. She was truly an amazing mother, wife, nana and friend. We will miss you dearly Mom.
There will be a celebration of Harriet's life on Saturday, Feb. 9th at 3 PM at the First Congregational Church of Hanover, 515 Hanover St. (Rt. 139), Hanover. Visiting hours and flowers omitted by request. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the First Congregational Church, 17 Silver St., Hanover, MA 02339.