Thelma E. Litchfield
09/18/1929 - 02/14/2017
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Obituary For Thelma E. Litchfield
THELMA E. LITCHFIELD, 87 of Hanover passed away on February 14, 2017, surrounded by the love and care of her family.
She was raised in Watertown, the daughter of the late Joseph and Edna Stead. Beloved wife of the late Paul N. Litchfield, Jr. She was the loving mother of Paul and his wife Beverly Litchfield of Hanover, Leigh Litchfield of Cambridge, Beth Litchfield of Kingston and the late Susan Keller and her husband George of Rockland. Treasured Nana of Laura Drew of Newburg, MO, Thomas Keller of Rockland, Brad Litchfield of Quincy and Kelly Litchfield of Plymouth. Also survived by her sister Lauretta Stead of Bedford and five great grandchildren.
Thelma worked as a teacher's aid for many years in the Hanover Elementary Schools, upon her husbands passing she returned to school and obtained her nursing degree and served as a dedicated and caring nurse at the South Shore Hospital until her retirement .
She was a past President of the Hanover Visiting Nurse Association, Inc. and current board member; she was also very giving of her time as a volunteer with Road to Responsibility, Inc.
Thelma loved spending time with her family, special friends, and friends at the pool, Cape Cod, and Hanover Senior Center. Thelma will be forever remembered for her loving and kind spirit.
The family welcomes friends and loved ones to celebrate her life on Sunday February 19, 2017 from 3:00-6:00 PM at the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home, 135 Union Street, Rockland, MA. Burial will take place on Monday February 20, 2017 at 11:30 AM at the Hanover Center Cemetery in Hanover. The Family asks that donations may be made in Thelma's memory to:
Hanover Visiting Nurse Association, Inc. 550 Hanover Street, Suite 35 Hanover, MA 02339
Road to Responsibility, Inc. 1831 Ocean Street Marshfield, MA 02050
Condolences
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05/25/2021
Bette & Ernie Inman
Beverly and Paul,
We are sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. May the many fond memories you hold so dear help ease you through this time of sorrow. Our heartfelt sympathy and condolences to each and every one. -
05/25/2021
Beth so sorry to hear about you mom.
Beth and I were friends, we met in the hospital when we were young. I lived in Hanson and she lived in Hanover.
I remember Mrs. Litchfield from the girls camp she taught me how to row a boat, remembering great times.
Marie DeBloois-Penn -
05/25/2021
Deb Flannery Susan Chapman
Dear Leigh, Beth & the entire Litchfield Family - My Sincerest Heartfelt Condolences on the recent passing over of "Thelma" to my parents and "Mrs. Litchfield to my sister & myself. Our family have been connected for so many years ... our Moms as Best Friends, Leigh & Beth as Camp Kola being proud Blue Birds with my sister & myself back in the late 60's & later as school peers & friends. I write to your entire family from my entire family to convey just how much "Thelma Litchfield's" presence meant in our lives & how devastating it was to receive the phone call from my Mom on the update of your enormous loss of such a stoic, kind, compassionate & loving lady who influenced me & my family greatly for almost 50 years. Keeping you all in our daily Thoughts & Prayers during your time of cutting grief............. Sending Love & Hugs - "The Flannery/Chapman Family" of Hanover -
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05/25/2021
David and Holly Ambler
To Leigh and the Litchfield family, We send condolences for the loss of your mother.
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05/25/2021
Ellie McCann
To Thelma's Family, Please accept my Deepest Sympathy at the loss of y our dear Mother. I am so happy t o have been a Friend of hers, Such a Grand Woman she was to all who knew her. May She Rest in Peace.
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05/25/2021
Karen Centofanti
To All of Thelma's Family,
Thelma has been a very dear friend/mother to me for ten years at the Healthtrax water aerobics classes. We always talked, sometimes through the whole class when she wasn't talking to one of her other many friends. We all looked to Thelma for her kindness and listening ear. In my case, we also shared our cancer journeys with each other, including Susan's, which broke her heart. Yet the way she handled herself throughout that painful period was a lesson in grace. I loved Thelma like a mother. I will miss her and never forget her. -
05/25/2021
Joan Low Low
We were so lucky to get to know Thelma through her sister Rowena. She lived in situate and so did we.
We also loved seeing Thelma at Healthtrax in Hanover. Joan and Ray Low. -
05/25/2021
Eluzabeth Montgomery Maher
Condolences to the whole family.
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05/25/2021
Kathleen Bracchi
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05/25/2021
Edith and George Zirngiebel
Thelma was such a kind and caring person. I will miss our chats at the gym or phone. Thank you for the years of friendship and caring..you will be missed❤
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05/25/2021
Steve Mark Paul Sibley
Paul,
We were very sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. Our thoughts, prayers, and condolences to you and to your family. -
05/25/2021
Donna Zirngiebek Muller
To the Litchfield Family..Our Sincere Condolences on the loss of your Mom and Grandmother. I have always heard such wonderful caring stories..she has been a great friend to my Mom and Dad from the gym. She had such a caring nature. Her sweet spirit will be missed by all who knew her...Love and Hugs to all of you..
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05/25/2021
Maria Henley
To the family of Thelma Litchfield,
Ed and I are so sorry for your loss, we have heard so many wonderful stories about your mom and grandmother from Leigh, that we feel we know her. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. The Lord has called a very special lady home. Please accept our deepest sympathy on your loss, but know she is in a wonderful place now without pain or suffering. If you need anything, please give us a call. Ed and Maria Henley, Cambridge, MA -
05/25/2021
Mary Treacy
Thelma was a wonderful person and a caring nurse both to the patients and coworkers. I greatly enjoyed working with Thelma and I am sorry for your loss. I feel privelge to have known this sweet women and will always remember her beautiful smile!
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05/25/2021
Jill Love
i never met your mom. But i always heared great things about her from Leigh. I am a friend of Leigh from her apartment Building she adopted me as her daughter. I love Leigh. I look up to her. I am sorry for your lost I been thru this when i was about almost 15 yrs old. I lost my mom to a blood cloth from smoking. i miss her. i know she always with me no matter where i go. I love you leigh. Fom Jill Love Cambridge, Ma
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05/25/2021
Wylie Doughty
Thank you, Ms. Litchfield, for being such a devoted and kind mother to our dear friend, Leigh. We hope you rest in peace. Sincerely, Scott and Wylie Doughty
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05/25/2021
Kenny Reilly
Lena, I am very sorry to hear of the passing of Your Mom. Prayers and Thoughts are with You at this time. Be Strong.
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05/25/2021
Laura Drew
Nana I will miss our long talks and the advice you would give me. I miss you so much being home and knowing that we wont be sitting across the table getting caught up in life and talk for hours like every visit. Thank you for being my Nana! Love you always, Laura
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05/25/2021
Marsha Sutton
Very sorry to hear of her passing. Love and prayers for the family. I'm a friend of Jason and Mariah.
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05/25/2021
Bruce Carrico
So sorry to you all she was an amazing woman. May the Lord be with you all in your healing stages. God bless you all.
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05/25/2021
jorie kelly
Thelma was dearly loved by many fellow members of HealthTrax health club. She was a kind, gentle woman and will be missed by all.
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05/25/2021
Susan Unangst-Einhorn
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. May you all be surrounded in peace with the happy memories of your mother. I am sorry for your loss.
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05/25/2021
Nancy Landers
I'll always love you Thelma dear xoxo
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