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Nancy Francoeur Obituary
With great sadness, Nancy A. Francoeur was taken from her family on Sunday, Nov. 18, 2012, after a battle with cancer.
Nancy was born Nancy Anna Crook July 28, 1944, in Providence, R.I., the second daughter of June (Halstead) and Commander Frank W. Crook (USN). The daughter of a WWII veteran and test pilot, she was raised as a child of a Navy family, living in San Diego, Calif., Patuxent River, Md., and finally settling in Hollis, when her father retired from the Navy in 1957. She attended high school in Hollis and made lasting friends there that she knew her entire life.
Graduating in 1962, Nancy attended the University of New Hampshire in Durham, where she met the love of her life, Armand C. Francoeur. Nancy graduated from UNH in 1966 with a B.A. degree in psychology. Nancy and Armand were married in July 1966 in Rochester, N.Y., shortly before Armand was deployed to Vietnam. Their son, Joseph, was born in 1968 while they were stationed at Fort Monmouth, N.J. Their second child, Michelle, was born in Portland, Maine, in 1970 after they left active duty. The Francoeur family moved to the Concord area in 1972, settling in Bow in 1977.
Her faith and compassion as a strong woman emerged in her approach to motherhood and through outreach to the community. Nancy's passion as a champion of the oppressed and her outstanding managerial skills were evident when she began working as a volunteer at the Merrimack County Rape and Domestic Violence Crisis Center in 1984. Quickly rising to executive director of the center, she remained true to her passion of personally helping victims of domestic violence, despite her supervisory duties. She received recognition from the Business and Professional Women's Association of New Hampshire, awarding her as the New Hampshire Woman of the Year in 1987, and as founding co-chair of the Concord District Court Coordination Council on Domestic and Sexual Violence. Upon retirement, she was awarded the Honorable William D. Paine II award in 2006 by the Governors' Commission on Domestic Violence and the Attorney General's Office of New Hampshire.
Nancy made a life of service and faith. She was a dedicated Episcopalian, serving as a Eucharistic minister and in other roles for over 35 years at Grace Church, East Concord. She was passionate about her English roots and left an indelible impression on her six grandchildren embracing those values and traditions.
She is survived by her husband, Lieutenant Colonel Armand C. Francoeur (USAR-Ret), her children, Michelle L. Oliger, and Lt. Col. Joseph E. Francoeur (USANG), Lt. Col. Erik J. Oliger (USAFR), son-in-law and Kelly A. Francoeur, daughter-in-law; and six grandchildren, Matthew, Madeleine, Emily, Camille, Elizabeth, and Katherine.
Calling Hours will be from 5 to 8 p.m. at Waters funeral home in Concord on Tuesday Nov. 20. A service of Christian burial will occur at Grace Episcopal Church in East Concord on Wednesday, Nov. 21, at 10 a.m.
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Memories and Condolences
for Nancy Francoeur
Tina Deshaies
December 3, 2012
Dear Armand, Michelle and Joey,
I just heard of Nancy's passing and I am so sorry for your loss. I have wonderful memories of her and your family since I was young and please let me know if I can help in any way. She will be missed.
Debbie Allen
November 28, 2012
My thoughts & prayers are with your entire family at this very sad time.
Peter MacCallum
November 26, 2012
Armand, we are all thinking of you and your family here at the Boathouse. What a joy Nancy was for all of us to experience. My best to you and your family as she will be remembered with greatness.
Moe and Carol Corning Labbe
November 26, 2012
Armand and family, We are so sorry to hear of Nancys passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all as you go through this very difficult time.
Denise King
November 23, 2012
Armand,
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved wife. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
I worked for you back in the 70's at BCBCNH and always remembered your dedication to your wife and family.
Karen Widmer
November 20, 2012
My condolences to the entire Francoeur family for their loss of such an amazing woman. You all are in my prayers.
a friend of Armand's from BCBSNH.
November 20, 2012
To the Francoeur family. Nancy was the first mentor that I had in my professional life. Eighteen years ago as a new advocate, she taught me lessons that I carry to this day. I am very blessed to have known her and I am very sorry for your loss.
Mary Krueger
Laurie Desmarais
November 20, 2012
Armand and family, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. What an amazing woman and role model Nancy was. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
November 20, 2012
Dear Armond and family, So sorry to hear of Nancys passing. We do not know why GOD wants such beautiful and young people. Please take care and know we are here for you. With Sympathy, Tim and Jane Piaseczny.
Mary Wood
November 20, 2012
My deepest condolences to Armand and his entire family. I had the honor of volunteering with Nancy against Domestic Violence. Nancy thought us all with her kindness, compassion and leadership. I was blessed to have known such a wonderful person. My thoughts are prayers are with you all at this very sad time.
Claire Emery
November 19, 2012
To the Francoeur family, my deepest sympathy for your loss. Nancy touched so many lives as she worked to better lives and championed keeping people safe. She gave and gave and gave. Nancy, you were one of Concord's treasures. Thank you for all you gave.
Eddie Francoeur
November 19, 2012
Armand, Joe & Michelle,
I am truely saddened to hear of Auntie Nancy's passing. I will miss her very much.
Steve Smith
November 19, 2012
Deepest condolences to Armand and the Francoeur family. so sorry about Nancy's passing. Rest in eternal peace.
Paul Racioppi
November 19, 2012
On behalf of the University, please accept our sincerest condolences to the entire Francoeur family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Adam Czarkowski
November 19, 2012
I am very sorry for your loss. I really enjoyed working with Nancy this year painting the parish hall. She was a very dedicated member of our church and will be missed
John Plummer
November 19, 2012
Mr. Francoeur, Joe and Michelle, You all are in my thoughts during this difficult time. I have very fond memories of the times spent in your home....
Matthew Maziarz
November 19, 2012
Nancy made a terrific impact in my life and I will do all that I can to see that her legacy is continued.
sam auger
November 19, 2012
I want to offer you and your family my deepest sympathy
November 19, 2012
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Nancy. I was so glad to see her last year. My prayers are with the family
Nancy Philbrick Bushee
Carol Young
November 19, 2012
Very sorry to hear of your loss.
Judy Peduzzi
November 19, 2012
Michelle, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Anthony Ladds Office
November 19, 2012
We are so sorry to hear of your loss.
Jim Lynch
November 19, 2012
My Condolences to the entire Francoeur family. I worked for Armand at BC-BS Claims Department back in the late 70's. Jim Lynch
The Entire Staff of Waters Funeral Home
November 19, 2012
Offering our deepest condolences at this difficult time.
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