Mary A Spear

Rochester, NH - Mary A. Spear, 90, of 12 Cecile Court and former longtime resident of Salmon Falls Road, died on Sunday, June, 23, 2019, at Frisbie Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. She died peacefully with family members by her side. Anna, as she was known by all who knew her, was born April 17,1929 in Rollinsford, NH, to the late Joseph and Phoebe (Lepage) Poirier. Anna resided in Rochester for most of her life, and was a lifelong member of St. Mary Church of Rochester where she served many years as a member of the choir. Throughout her life, she worked at the General Electric Company, First National Food Stores and Rich's Department Stores. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, reading, crossword puzzles, organizing and planning family gatherings, socializing with friends and remained physically active throughout her later years. She especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren, who affectionately referred to her as "Mimi" and brought great joy to her life. Anna was quite independent throughout her life, especially after her beloved husband of 56 years, John E. Spear, passed in 2008. She was tremendously kind and compassionate and always had a kind word for everyone she met. She seldom complained about anything and never expressed regrets. She will be remembered for always maintaining a positive attitude and a beautiful outlook on life. She is survived by her children, John Spear and wife Emily of Northfield, NH; Bob Spear and wife Linda of Wellesley, MA; Carol Wellington and husband Thomas of Auburn, NH; Karen Spear of Rochester, and Richard Spear and wife Emily of Durham, NH; 8 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by siblings, August, Alphonse, Robert, Raymond, Paul, Grace, Theresa, Noella, Germaine, Marie, Sister Adrienne. Visiting hours for family and friends will be Saturday, June 29, 2019, from 9-11 AM at the R.M. Edgerly & Son Funeral Home, 86 South Main Street, Rochester, NH. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated immediately following at 12 PM at St. Mary Church, 71 Lowell Street, Rochester, NH. Burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Mary Church, 71 Lowell Street, Rochester, NH 03867. To sign the online guestbook, please visit www.edgerlyfh.com.

Mary A Spear

April 17, 1929 - June 23, 2019