Gail E. (Thompson) Vadnais, 63, died March 13, 2008 at her home after a long illness. She was born in Hartford, CT on November 29, 1944, the daughter of the late Ralph and Florence (Southmayd) Thompson. She has been a resident of Manchester most of her life. She enjoyed painting, planting and spending time with her family. Mrs. Vadnais was predeceased by her husband Louis Vadnais who died in 1995. Family members include her daughter Jennifer Vadnais of Manchester; one brother Richard Thompson of Manchester and one sister Pamela Paquin of Manchester; many nephews , nieces and cousins. A memorial gathering will be held on Tuesday March 18 , from 6-7 PM at Phaneuf Funeral Home, 243 Hanover Street, corner of Union Street, in Manchester. A memorial service will follow at 7:00 PM in the funeral home chapel Arrangements are under the direction of the Phaneuf Funeral Homes and Crematorium. To view an online obituary please go to www.phaneuf.net