Perkinsville, VT
Nancy Gertrude Eaton, 80 passed away Friday Sept. 1, 2017 at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center.
She was born in Dorset, VT August 29, 1937 the daughter of Harlan and Dorothy (Crandall) Coolidge. Nancy grew up on the family dairy farm in Dorset and was a graduate of Burr & Burton Academy. Nancy continued her education at the University of Vermont where she received her degree in Teaching. She went on to become a math teacher in Windsor. She afterwards became a Social Worker for the Vermont Dept. of Human Services working in Springfield, VT.
Nancy loved the outdoors, she loved caring for her Horses and riding with her friends, she was also an avid vegetable and flower gardener and she loved her St. Bernard's
Surviving is her daughter Teresa Eaton of Perkinsville; her two grandchildren; Miranda Holmes and Jeremy Holmes and her two great grandchildren, Colin and Gabriel Holmes.
She was predeceased by her husband Irving Eaton.
The graveside service and interment will take place on Saturday Sept. 23, 2017 at 2:00 PM in the Plainville Cemetery, Perkinsville. A celebration of her life will follow at the Springfield VFW Post #771.
Memorial Contributions in lieu of flowers may be made to The Springfield Humane Society, 401 Skitchewaug Trail, Springfield, VT 05156
Arrangements are in care of Adams Funeral Home, Chester.
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September 21, 2017
Lorraine Zigman
My deepest sympathy to Nancy's family. I saw her this summer while shopping and it was nice to re-connect. Besides knowing her and Irving, Nancy and I worked for the State of Vermont at the same time. Hold fast to all your memories. Lorraine Patch Zigman
September 21, 2017
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Peggy Farley
So, so sorry to hear of Nancy's passing. Nancy was a wonderful woman, great sense of humor and strength to push forward time after time after time. I will remember Nancy fondly and am thankful that our paths crossed. May You Rest In Peace Nancy. Peace to the family and wonderful friends she leaves behind. ~Peggy
September 15, 2017
So sorry to hear of Nancy's passing. She was a great friend to my family and we will miss her humor and knowledge of many subjects.
The Duquette Family in Springfield
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