Marilda "Tootsie" (Levesque) Lamontagne passed away on April 1st, 2010 at her home in Seabrook, NH. Born in Connecticut and raised in Methuen, she was the daughter of Merilda and David Levesque. She lived most of her life in Lawrence, where she raised her family, but purchased a new home and retired several years ago to Seabrook, NH.
She was a highly dedicated and respected employee of Raytheon for over 25 years. After retiring from there, she did work part-time for 10 years as a cashier at Wal-mart in Seabrook.
Marilda had many interests including gardening, music, taking care of her beloved pet, Rocky, and rooting for her Red Sox.
Her truest devotion, though, was to her family. She was the guiding light of eternal love and strength to everyone she knew and touched with her heart. From her own children, to her nieces and nephews, to grand and great-grandchildren, Marilda nurtured, cared, and loved each and every one. In difficult times, she was a guiding beacon, an angel, whose smile and laughter brought hope to everyone. Her tireless strength protected, her compassion soothed and brought peace to one's soul. She was, and forever shall be, the truest expression of selfless love. The family expresses their gratitude to Merrimack Valley Hospice for all the care and support they provided through this difficult time.
Marilda is predeceased by her sisters: Arlene Gordon, Teresa Lamirande, Hilda Privitera, and brothers: Joseph Levesque, Al Levesque and Roland Levesque.
She is survived by her husband of over 48 years, Robert A. Lamontagne, Sr. of Seabrook, NH, her children: Sheryl D'agata and family of Salem, NH., Al D'agata of Salem, NH., Lisa Debennedetto of Pelham, NH., Robert A. Lamontagne, Jr. of Methuen, MA, and son-in-law Jeremy Bernier of Methuen, MA. Her sisters: Yvonne Levesque of Norfolk, MA., Jeanette Sharpe of Methuen, MA., her brother: David Levesque of Windham, NH.
The light of her love shall forever be carried by her grand children: Paul, Kimberly, William, Jessica, Christopher, Dylan and Erica; as well as by her great-grandchildren: Brianna, Kylee, Zachary, Brenna, Isabelle, Kailyn, Eric and Aubrey. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
Donations may be made in support of the family to the Racicot Funeral Home.
A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday at 11:00 am at St. Patrick Church burial will follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Friends and family may call on Monday 4:00pm to 8:00pm at Edgar J. Racicot Inc. Funeral Home, 256 Broadway, Lawrence, MA