Susan Mary (Susie) Gormley Jacklin

Susan Mary (Susie) Gormley Jacklin of Alton, NH was called home to the Lord, February 2, 2021. She was born in Lancaster, NH on January 17, 1946 to the late Franklin Joseph and M. Patricia O'Leary Gormley. After graduating from high school, Susie continued her education at both Keene State, NH, and Rhode Island College, receiving a degree in Education. In 1966 Susie married the love of her life, Peter Jacklin. They eventually settled back in Alton. She is survived by her sister, Sally L. Hannaway of FL., her Godfather, John Covell of Alton, NH., and 14 nieces and nephews.  She was predeceased by her loving husband, Peter Jacklin, and her siblings Patricia Hall, Nancy Bue, and Timothy Gormley. Susie will best be remembered for her resilient spirit and her sense of humor when faced with a challenge. She devoted her life to being of service to her family. Her greatest joy came from caring for those she loved. Whether it was attending to the needs of sick and aging relatives, or babysitting for the younger members, Susie could be counted on to put family first. She never missed an opportunity to send birthday wishes and holiday cards. She was an anchor, a comfort, a friend. Susie worked as an LNA, at the Clipper Home of Wolfboro for 15 years. After retiring, Susie enjoyed traveling.  She took trips to Mexico and Italy with her sister Sally. Louise Petelle, good friend and Alton resident accompanied Susie to Ireland, Las Vegas, Florida, numerous New York City jaunts and a steamboat trip on the Mississippi. Susie was an avid reader. She was a great friend and benefactor of the Gilman Library, donating hundreds of books to their cause. The family would like to thank its members, John Covell, Billy Evans, Trisha Bue Sears and Bridget Bue Reed for the loving care that they were on hand to provide during Susie's final days. A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Katharine Drexel Parish, Alton/Wolfeboro NH 40 Hidden Springs Road. Alton, NH 03809. The date and time has not yet been determined. In lieu of flowers, and if so inclined, please feel free to donate in Susie's honor to any one of the following charities.  All of these held great meaning for Susie, and she supported them herself. The American Cancer Society                 http://www.donate3.cancer.org The Wounded Warrior Project               https://support.woundedwarriorproject.org Operation Smile                                        https://secure.operationsmile.org To sign the on line guestbook, please go to www.edgerlyfh.com