Cleona (Hartshorn) Richards age 85 of Salem, NH, died Sunday at her home, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born in Berlin, NH, where she grew up and attended schools. She was a resident of Salem for the past 2 years, formerly of Sun City Center, FL.
Mrs. Richards was a manager for the Holiday Center in Berlin, NH, and she was a former member of St. Kieran’s Church in Berlin. In Florida, Mrs. Richards was a member of the Bridge Club and the Red Hatters Club. She was and avid golfer and tennis payer.
She was predeceased by a grandson Jeremy Harper
She is survived by her husband of 69 years: Benoit R. Richards of Salem.
2 Daughters: Julie Harper of Biddeford, ME
Shelley & her Husband Robert Holt of Salem, NH
1 Sister: Lenora Hamel of Florence, KY
5 Grandchildren: Christopher Oliver, Tasha Hamel, Jason Gosselin, Joel Gosselin, & Cory Holt
3 Great Grandchildren, Several Nieces & Nephews
Funeral services will be private for the family. A memorial Mass will be held at a later date at St. Anne’s Church, Berlin, NH.
In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Beacon Hospice, 157 Main Dunstable Rd, Nashua, NH 03060