Theresa M. Lessard

Theresa M. Lessard, 79, of Bedford died September 3, 2005 after a brief illness. She was born on September 9, 1925 the daughter of Armand and Juliette (Manseau) Paradis. Theresa spent most of her life in Manchester, prior to moving to Bedford in 2001.She graduated from St.George High School for Girls in Manchester. Upon her retirement, she volunteered at the Visiting Nurse Association of Manchester, and in 2001 was the recipient of the Joseph D. Vaughan Award for Hillsborough County for many years of dedicated service. Family members include; her sister, Mrs. Roger (Maryse) Mitchell of Manchester; and nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her son, Raymond E. Lessard who died in 1991. There are no calling hours. Relatives and friends may attend a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Elizabeth Seton Church in Bedford on Friday, September 9th at 10:00 AM. Burial will follow in St. Augustin Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Visiting Nurse Association of Manchester, 1850 Elm Street, Manchester, NH 03104.