Lois Beaudoin

Rochester - Lois A. Beaudoin, 85, passed away Tuesday April 19, 2016 at the Rochester Manor following a period of failing health.   Born January 9, 1931 in Farmington, NH she was the daughter of the late Richmond and Bernice (Adams) Parshley.   Lois had worked at General Electric for 41 years, finishing her career as a Purchasing Agent.   She loved spending time with her grandchildren, watching the Red Sox, and going to harness racing and fairs with her husband Ken.  In their retirement they enjoyed traveling throughout the eastern U.S. and Canada. Among Lois' favorite trips were family trips to Disney World. Lois also enjoyed animals, and enjoyed the comfort of a good dog.   Members of her family include her children Michael Beaudoin of Farmington, NH; John Beaudoin of Rochester, NH; Donna Beaudoin of Rochester, NH; and her daughter-in-law Cathy Beaudoin of Dover, NH; her grandchildren Lydia Beaudoin, Julie Gagne, and Kelley Gagnon, three great grandchildren Alexa Gagne, Andrew Gagne, and Elijah Gagnon, one brother Floyd Parshley of El Paso, TX. many nieces and nephews.   She was predeceased by her husband Kenneth Beaudoin, Sr., and three children Kenneth Beaudoin, Jr., Paul Beaudoin, and Cindy Waterhouse.   Family and friends may visit Friday from 1-2PM at the R.M. Edgerly and Son Funeral Home, 86 S. Main St. Rochester, NH.   A funeral service will be held at 2PM in the chapel of the funeral home.    In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Lois can be made to The Homemakers Health Services, or Cocheco Valley Humane Society, or the charity of one's choice.   Burial will follow in the Rochester Cemetery.