Gilford------Carole St. Jacques (Howe), 73 of Gilford, New Hampshire died at her home on June 14, 2011 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was cared for and comforted in the final stages of her life by family, friends and the wonderful caregivers and nurses of Hospice.
Raised in Meredith, Carole was the 7th of 8 children born to Oliver and Mildred (Sawyer) Howe. She graduated from Inter-Lakes High School where she played girl’s basketball. In 1959, Carole married her beloved husband, Kenneth, and enjoyed 50 years together before his death in 2010. They lived most of their lives in the Lakes Region. After a brief retirement in Florida where she played golf and enjoyed the sunshine, she and Ken moved back to New Hampshire to be near family and friends.
Family was the most important aspect of Carole’s life. She was always proud and supportive of her children, Torrie Whitcher and Ernie St. Jacques, both of Gilford. Carole had a special place in her heart for her cherished granddaughter, Bristol Whitcher, who brought such joy to her life.
Carole had a lifelong passion for gardening. She not only grew her own vegetables and berries, but made pickles and jams that she generously shared with family and friends. She also enjoyed knitting and shared her talent by donating hundreds of caps to the Dartmouth Hitchcock Hospital and other charities. Additionally, Carole enjoyed cross stitch and quilting and made many heirloom pieces for those closest to her.
The simple things in life made Carole the most happy. Bingo with friends, Sunday drives around the Lake and quiet family dinners were some of her favorites. She also enjoyed her regular trips to Las Vegas with her husband, her children or her girlfriends. The slot machines and buffet would always put a smile on her face.
Carole’s kind heart and generous spirit will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
Memorial calling hours will be held from 5:00-7:00PM on Tuesday, June 21, 2011 in the Carriage House of the Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, N.H.
There will be no Funeral Service.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Community Health and Hospice, Inc., 780 North Main Street, Laconia, N. H. 03246.
Wilkinson- Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, N. H. is assisting the family. For more information and to view an online memorial go to www.wilkinsonbeane.com.
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