STRATHAM, N.H. – Lois Ann Lessard-Slager, 48, of 4 Pheasant Run Lane, died peacefully Sunday, Jan. 21, 2007, at her home, after a courageous journey, fighting the cancer that gripped her so ferociously. Lois was born July 20, 1958, in Exeter, N.H., the daughter of R. Victor “Vic” and Olive F. (Richard) Lessard. Bound and determined to overcome her illness, Lois’ positive attitude and strength enabled her to find comfort during her final days. She even found the determination to indulge in a lobster pie, several weeks ago, a great treat for a deserving patient. Her ever-present family and friends, the oncology department at Portsmouth Regional Hospital, the wonderful support of the VNA, hospice and the supportive staff at Dr. Krolewski’s office were integral to her care and comfort. Lois lived her life with goodness, honesty and quiet love. May we find comfort in the wonderful memories she leaves behind. In addition to her loving husband, Timothy E. of Stratham, N.H., she is survived by her parents, R. Vic and Olive F. (Richard) Lessard; her brothers, Kenneth R. and Keith R., all of Hampton, N.H.; her maternal uncle, Gerald and wife, Mary “Nellie” Richard, of North Hampton, N.H.; her paternal aunts, Constance and husband, Jack Vogt, of Hampton, N.H., and Joan and husband, William Lessard, of Hampton. N.H.; paternal uncles, Jack and wife, Betty Lessard, of Hampton, N.H., and Paul and Dottie Lessard of Hampton, N.H.; her sisters-in law, Nancy Slager of Nahant, Mass., and Noelle and husband, James McCathern of Swampscott, Mass.; her extended family, Edith Beauchamp and Edward Beauchamp of Clifton, Leo and wife, Lorraine Beauchamp, of Lynn, Mass., and Victor Beauchamp of Lynn, Mass., many cousins and additional family further survive; and her chocolate lab, Sadie. She was predeceased by her devoted, Brandy. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 25, at Our Lady of Miraculous Medal Church, 289 Lafayette Road, Hampton, N.H. Family and friends are invited to call 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 24, at the Robert K. Gray, Jr. Funeral Home, 24 Winnacunnett Road. Interment will be in the family lot at High Street Cemetery, Hampton, N.H. Contributions in her memory may be directed to The Guild at Portsmouth Regional Hospital, Oncology, 333 Borthwick Ave., Portsmouth, N.H. 03801. Arrangements under the direction of the Robert K. Gray, Jr. Funeral Home, 24 Winnacunnett Road, Hampton, N.H.
LOIS ANN LESSARD-SLAGER
