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Joyce E. (Scadova) Painchaud, 65, a resident of Swanzey and formerly of Keene, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home on Monday, June 5, 2023, surrounded by the love of her family.

She was born a daughter to the late Geraldine (Johnson) and Francis Scadova on May 27, 1958, in Keene. She was educated locally at Keene High School class of 1978.

On February 22, 1986, Joyce exchanged vows with the love of her life David E. Painchaud Sr.

Joyce moved to Syracuse New York and enjoyed raising her son with her husband. After moving back to Keene, Joyce enjoyed her time working for The Keene Sentinel until her retirement in 2013. Along with working, Joyce enjoyed crafting, baking, and working on her flower gardens. Everyone that knew her knew that she was a very social woman and could spark up a conversation with anyone. Most importantly, Joyce loved being with her family and friends. Her grandchildren were her pride and joy.

Mrs. Painchaud is survived by her husband, David Painchaud Sr. of Swanzey, Her son David Painchaud II and his wife Abigail of Keene. She is also survived by her five siblings, Thomas Scadova and wife Donna of Florida, Robert Scadova of Swanzey, Arnold Scadova and significant other Arlene Edes of Keene, Glenn Scadova and wife Bella Donna of Arizona, Gary Scadova and wife Xin Lin of Washington, and sister-in-law Donna of Merrimack, two grandchildren Knox Painchaud and Scout Painchaud, along with many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews, extended family and friends. Joyce is predeceased by her parents and her brother, William Scadova who passed in 2014.

Calling hours will be on Wednesday, June 14, 2023, from 1:00-3:00 pm in the Cheshire Family Funeral Chapel, 44 Maple Ave. Keene, NH. 03431. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that all donations be made out to Home Healthcare, Hospice, and Community Services, 312 Marlboro St. Keene, NH. 03431. All services are under the care of Cheshire Family Funeral Home and Crematories, 46 S. Winchester St. Swanzey, NH. 03446. www.cheshirefamilyfh.com.

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Marcia R. (MaGuire) Robidoux, 76, of Roxbury and formerly of Keene, passed away on Friday, May 26, 2023, unexpectedly but peacefully in the comfort of her home.

She was born a daughter to Berta H. (Kingston) and Forrest “Mickey” MaGuire on May 3, 1947, in Lancaster, NH. Marcia was educated locally at Groveton High School, class of 1963. After high school, Marica went on to earn her degree in business and shorthand at Burdett College in Boston, MA., and graduated in 1967.

Fifty-one years ago, Marcia exchanged vows with the love of her life, Lawrence “Larry” H. Robidoux. They had a simple service at Beaver St. Market in Keene.

Marcia enjoyed her time working for Attorney Jack Reynolds’s office in Keene as their legal secretary for 30 years until she retired in 2005.

Along with working, she enjoyed spending her time riding horses and raising chickens. Marcia had a love for animals and crocheting. Most importantly, Marcia loved to spend her free time with her family and friends. Marcia was a long-time member of the Italian Club of Keene.

Mrs. Robidoux is survived by her husband, Larry Robidoux of Roxbury, and their children, Richard “Rick” L. Robidoux and wife, Lisa of Swanzey, and Leith E. Robidoux and wife Michele of Roxbury. She is also survived by her three siblings, Denny Maguire and wife, Karen of Stratford, Rick Maguire and wife, Laura of Huntington Beach, CA., and Bambi Kennett-Blais and husband, Mark of Stratford. Along with her natural siblings, she had an extended family including Sharon, the widow of Mickey, and her three children, Tim, Bret, and Carry. She had her two grandchildren, Forrest L. Robidoux of Roxbury and Cole T. Robidoux of Swanzey, and her grandchildren from a combined marriage, Kalie Tremblay of Roxbury, Sammie Tremblay of Roxbury, and Jacqueline Gobin-Seymore of Fitzwilliam, Jacqueline Gobin-Seymore of Fitzwilliam, her husband Seth and her three great-grandchildren, along with many cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, June 11, 2023, from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm at Tempesta’s Restaurant 401 Winchester St. Keene, NH. 03431. In Lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to Save Your Ass Long Ear Rescue, 23 Saw Mill Road, South Acworth, NH. 03601. All services are under the care of Cheshire Family Funeral Chapel and Crematories, 44 Maple Ave. Keene, NH. 03431. www.cheshirefamilyfh.com.

All services are under the care of Cheshire Family Funeral Chapel and Crematories, 44 Maple Ave. Keene, NH. 03431.

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Catherine “Cathy” L. Mayrand, 52, of Alstead and formerly of Hinsdale, passed unexpectedly with the love of her life by her side at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Cheshire Medical Center in Keene on Sunday, May 28, 2023.

She was born the daughter to the late Linda A. (Schill) and Robert L. Mayrand on September 11, 1970, in Jacksonville, FL. She was educated locally at Hinsdale High School class of 1988.

She was currently working at G&H of Keene as a Quality Manager and had been there for 7 years.

Cathy was known for her strength in the face of adversity, and her generosity with the people she loved. Last year she beat cancer, during that time she continued to go to work and was still always thinking of the other people in her life. She was known for her joy in gift-giving, and always looking to bond over shared passions with her family. She enjoyed traveling, gardening, and especially her chickens, amongst other animals. Her greatest joy in life was her beloved daughter, Lindsay.

Ms. Mayrand is survived by her loving life partner of 27 years, John H. McMahon V of Alstead. She is also survived by her daughter, Lindsay P. McMahon of Derry, NH., and her siblings Alison M. McMahon and her husband, Cole Ledwith of Wheat Ridge, CO. and John H. McMahon VI and his fiancé, Kaitlin Zlamal of Swanzey. Along with her two grandchildren John H. McMahon VII and Kayce J. McMahon of Swanzey.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made out in Cathy’s name to the American Cancer Society www.cancer.org. Services are under the care of Cheshire Family Funeral Chapel and Crematories, 44 Maple Ave. Keene, NH. 03431. www.chesirefamilyfh.com.

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Joshua “Josh” Rule, 49, of Winchester and formerly of Dublin, passed unexpectedly in the comfort of his home on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, in Winchester.

He was born a son to Charlotte E. (Noel) and the late Michael J. Rule on November 26, 1974, in Peterborough, NH. He was educated at Nashoba Valley Tech School class of 1992.

Josh had worked at Form Up Sight Work of Winchendon, NH for a year. Prior he worked at Sur Construction in Winchendon as an Equipment Operator for 10 years and before that, he had worked at Park Construction for several years.

Josh had many passions in life one of which was studying to become a Jehovah’s Witness. He enjoyed reading the bible, going to see classic cars, gold prospecting, and bottle hunting. He also loved cats and being outdoors working on the family farm in Richmond, NH.

Mr. Rule is survived by his mother, Charlotte, and her husband, Richard Lindgren of Havre DE Grace, MD. He is also survived by his siblings Laura Judd and her husband, Robert of Aberdeen, MD., Michaela Ervin, and her husband of OK. and Ryan Rule of Londonderry. As well as uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends. He is predeceased by his father Michael J. Rule.

All services are under the care of Cheshire Family Funeral Chapel and Crematories, 44 Maple Ave. Keene, NH. 03431. www.cheshirefamilyfh.com.

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Donald “Don” S. Marshall, 72, lifelong resident of Marlborough, passed peacefully surrounded by the love of his family after a brief period of declining health at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Cheshire Medical Center in Keene on Saturday, April 29, 2023.

He was born a son to the late Elizabeth (Upton) and C. Floyd Marshall on September 5, 1950. He was educated locally at Marlborough High School class of 1968.

After high school, Donald proudly served in the United States Army National Guard for 6 years.

Donald had worked as a Machinist for 40 years at Kingsbury Machine and Tool in Keene until he retired in 2012.

Don had many interests in life and a great passion for the outdoors. He enjoyed fishing and was an avid turkey and deer hunter. He also enjoyed flower and vegetable gardening. He loved to attend his nieces and nephews sporting events and took pleasure in watching Boston’s sports teams. He also had a great love for cats, especially Max and Sheeba.

Mr. Marshall is survived by his brother, James Marshall and his wife, Carol Marshall. He is also survived by his two nephews, Scott Marshall and his wife, Brittany and Thomas Marshall and his wife, Catherine, as well as his great nephews and nieces, Brenden Marshall and his wife, Devi, Brianna Nichols and her husband Bryce and their two children Jasper and Harlow and Ryker Marshall, who are the children of Scott, Colby Marshall, Peyton Marshall and Mackenzie Marshall, who are the children of Thomas and Catherine, along with many cousins, extended family and friends. He is predeceased by his sister Barbara Ann Marshall.

Calling hours will be held on Saturday, June 10, 2023, at 11am with a service to follow at 11:30 am in the Cheshire Family Funeral Chapel in Keene. Burial will take place directly after in the family lot in Pine Grove Cemetery, Granite St. Marlborough, NH. 03455. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made in Donald’s name to the Monadnock Humane Society https://monadnockhumanesociety.org. All Services are under the care of Cheshire Family Funeral Chapel and Crematories, 44 Maple Ave. Keene, NH. 03431. www.cheshirefamilyfh.com.