Edwin “Ed” C. Woodward Jr., 56, a lifelong resident of Marlborough, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home on Sunday, January 14, 2024, after a brief period of declining health with the love of family by his side.
He was born the son of Barbara E. (Brown) and Edwin Woodward Sr. on September 19, 1967, in Keene. Edwin attended Marlborough schools and graduated from Keene High School, class of 1985.
Edwin worked for Belletetes Hardware Store in Jaffrey as a millworker and repairman for 22 years. Prior, Ed worked for Woodmaster Incorporation as their carpenter for 12 years.
Ed enjoyed many things in life such as, working on cars, listening to music, and traveling. Whenever Ed had a free moment, he loved to spend it with his family and enjoyed being at his home. Ed loved all animals, but especially his cat Shadow.
Mr. Woodward is survived by his parents, Barbara and Edwin Woodward Sr. of Marlborough, his special aunts Maggie Connell (Craig Gaudry), Mildred Wesley (Edward), Podgie More, Uncles Richard Woodward, Kevin Brown, along with cousins, extended family, and friends.
A funeral service will be held later in the spring of 2024 with a burial to follow in the family lot at Pine Grove Cemetery in Marlborough. Although flowers will gladly be accepted, donations may be made out to the
Monadnock Humane Society
101 W. Swanzey Rd.
Swanzey, NH. 03446,
or a charity of your choice in memory of Ed Woodward Jr. All services are under the care of Cheshire Family Funeral Chapel and Crematories, 44 Maple Ave. Keene, NH. 03431. www.cheshirefamilyfh.com.
He taught history and was the school librarian for 20 years at Putnam High School (CT). In 1986 he made a career change and became a New York Life Insurance agent. At the time of his death, his was still serving his clients.
member of the Sullivan Congregational Church.
Carole M. (Batchelder) Gould, 90, a resident of Hinsdale and formerly of Keene and Stoddard, passed away peacefully with the love of family by her side on Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at the Keene Center Genesis.
Cross for 20 years, until she retired in 2008. Prior to this, she worked as a home aid and companion, and as a real estate broker. In addition, she worked as a waitress at various establishments over the years.
Pat of Gilsum, and James Gould and wife, Kim of Wesley, ME. She is also survived by her two siblings, Joan Bartlett of Fayville, MA., and Marjorie Ann Goad and husband, Steven of Ware, MA., a grandchild, Adam Carlin and wife, Margaret of Augusta, WV., along with many cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends. Carole is predeceased by her parents, and her grandchild, Luke Carlin who passed away in 2011.
Debra had many passions in life, some of which included going to the beach, using her creative talents to create paintings, pictures, and poems, and religiously watching the 3 Stooges marathon every New Year’s Eve.
She will also be missed by her nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.
Tony was always the person to use his time giving to others, he worked hard at everything he did and enjoyed all types of music, and video games, but mostly enjoyed jokes and doing anything to put a smile on someone’s face.
Marissa of New Ipswich, and Kyle M. Tarbox of Sullivan. Along with many cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.
Calling hours will take place on Friday, January 26 from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the Cheshire Family Funeral Chapel, 44 Maple Ave. Keene, NH. 03431. A gathering to celebrate Philip’s life will take place following the calling hours at 6:00 pm at the Italian Club, 97 Wood St. Keene, NH. 03431. A burial will take place later in the spring of 2024 at Monadnock View Cemetery, 499 Park Ave. Keene, NH. 03431. With dates and times to be announced later online and in the local newspaper. All services are under the care of Cheshire Family Funeral Chapel and Crematories, 44 Maple Ave. Keene, NH.
