Anita L. Green

Rochester, NHAnita L. (Grondin) Green of Rochester, NH passed away peacefully in the loving embrace of her family on August 29th, 2018. She was born March 25th, 1938 in Rochester, the younger daughter of the late Leon and Germaine (Turgeon) Grondin. A lifelong resident of Rochester, Anita was a 1956 graduate of Spaulding High School and attended MacIntosh College. Beginning her career with Varney's Insurance then Kendall's, she ultimately found her true calling assisting children and their families as office manager at The Rochester Child Care Center for over 30 years. Anita was active in politics and was the gracious First Lady of Rochester for 10 years. She demonstrated her commitment to community for many years by volunteering at the Soup Kitchen, The Mother's Club and Frisbie Memorial Hospital. Anita enjoyed visiting with friends, gardening, playing cards, bowling, dancing, winning at bingo, being at York Beach, wintering in Florida, spending time at Sebago Lake with her sister and satisfying her curious and adventurous spirit by traveling often. Above everything, she valued most the time spent with her family whom she loved selflessly and unconditionally. She is survived by her high school sweetheart and beloved husband of 60 years, Richard Green, her loving children: Karen Green of Rochester, NH, Dale Green and his wife Sherri of Aloha, OR and David Green and his wife Angela of Rochester, NH. "Nana" will be deeply missed by her grandchildren: Christopher Green, Krystal Moore and her husband Nathan, Timothy Green and his wife Elizabeth, and Patrick Green in whose lives she inspired. She also leaves behind her adorable great grandchildren: Haven, Leon, Olivia, Macy and Allisen; a sister, Nola (Grondin) Rolfe and her husband David of Westbrook, ME, and many cherished cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.In lieu of flowers, a donation in Anita's name can be made to the Rochester Child Care Center of 95 Charles Street, Rochester, NH 03867.A memorial mass will be celebrated Wednesday, September, 5th at 10 AM at St. Mary's Church, 71 Lowell Street, Rochester, NH.May her light shine for us brightly in heaven that we may find our way to her warm embrace once again, and until that time comes, let it be a beacon of love for our family and for all who knew her.Arrangements are under the care of the R.M. Edgerly & Son Funeral Home, 86 South Main Street, Rochester, NH 03867.

Anita L. Green

March 25, 1938 - August 29, 2018