Isabel Margaret (Gilchrest) Churchill, beloved wife of the late Robert C. Churchill, died at the Nashoba Valley Medical Center in Ayer on Sunday, May 17, 2009. She was 92 years old.
Born in Colrain, Massachusetts, on February 13, 1917, she was the beloved daughter of the late Charles and Florence (King) Gilchrest. She was a graduate of Arms Academy in Shelburne Falls, class of 1934. Mrs. Churchill was raised in Colrain and moved to Medford 62 years ago. She had been a former member of the Eastern Star and a member of the Medford Women’s Club. Isabel was also a member of the First Baptist Church in Medford for 62 years.
She will be sorely missed by her children, Keith and his wife Kathy Churchill of Lunenburg, Brian and his wife Barbara Churchill of Wilmington, Neil Churchill of Medford and Gail and her husband Jack Wallace of Medford. Isabel is also survived by 13 cherished grandchildren, 16 dear great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was also the grandmother of the late Scott Churchill sister of the late Elinor Looman.
A Memorial Service was celebrated in the First Baptist Church, Oakland Street, Medford, Wednesday, May 20, at 11 AM. Many relatives and friends were in attendance. Visiting hours were private. Interment will be Saturday, May 23, at 11 AM in the West Branch Cemetery, Colrain. For additional information, please visit, www.magliozzifuneralhome.com.