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Jacqueline Ross
July 06, 2020

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Jacqueline Ross, 77, of Londonderry, NH formerly of Derry, NH, passed away Monday July 6, 2020 at her residence. She was born August 23, 1942 in Sicily and was the daughter of the late, Giacomo and Giacoma (DeStefano) Merlo. Jacqueline immigrated to Everett, MA at the age of 9, where she was raised and educated. She moved with her family to Derry, NH in 1976 and relocated to Londonderry in 1985.

Jacqueline was employed for 25 years with the State Street Bank. After retirement, she worked as a retail clerk with JC Penney. Her passion was her family which she loved with all her heart. She was the kindest most loving woman you could ever meet who could light up any room. Jacqueline was a confirmed “Fashionista” and enjoyed being made up and well dressed. She was an animal lover, especially her two chihuahuas. Jacqueline was a longtime member of St. Thomas Aquinas church. They renewed their wedding vows on their 50th anniversary in Las Vegas. She will forever be remembered for the love she had for her family and how she adored her four grandchildren.

Members of the family include her husband of 56 years, Ron Ross, her two daughters, Jacqueline Buckley and Lisa Ross, her four grandchildren, Marissa Proulx, Derek Proulx, Ian Buckley and Noah Buckley. Jacqueline has many nieces and nephews in Belgium. She was predeceased by her brothers, Giuseppe and Angelo Merlo.

Calling hours were Thursday July 9, 2020 from 6 to 8 pm, with a Catholic prayer service at 6 pm, in the Peabody Funeral Homes and Crematorium, 15 Birch St., Derry. Due to State of NH guidelines, all guests are required to wear masks and encouraged to social distance.

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Peabody Funeral Homes
Londonderry and
Derry, NH 03038
603-432-2801