Gisele M. Nault

GARDNER- Gisele “Gerry” M. (Bessette) Nault, 87, of Gardner, formerly of Leominster, died Wednesday, March 23, in her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born September 9, 1928, in Glover, Vermont, daughter of the late Dorea and Eva (Soucy) Bessette. Mrs. Nault worked at the former Newbury’s, the former Grant’s, and Allen’s Department Store. She was a member of Saint Cecilia’s Parish in Leominster and Holy Spirit Parish in Gardner. Mrs. Nault loved gardening, the outdoors, and traveling. She was a talented artist, calligrapher, and crafter. She adored her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She leaves her husband of 66 years, Roger Nault; one son, Dennis Nault and his wife, Deborah of Winchendon; two daughters, Rollande LeDuc and her husband, Ken of Leominster, and Sandra Nault of Fitchburg; four grandchildren, Marc Lanza and his wife, Crystal of GA, Shelby Dion and her husband, Mike of Ashburnham, Ian Nault and Joey Nault, both of Winchendon; two great grandchildren, Gabriel and Joshua Dion; two sisters, Estelle Cuddahy of Leominster, and Mae Haney of Lunenburg; many nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was predeceased by two brothers, Orient and Maurice Bessette, and two sisters, Gertrude Montaquila and Doris David. The Memorial Mass will be held Monday, March 28, at 11:00 A.M. at St. Cecilia’s Church, 180 Mechanic St., Leominster. Burial will follow in St. Cecilia’s Cemetery. The family will receive visitors prior to the Mass from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. in St. Cecilia’s Church. In lieu of flowers and in appreciation for the loving care received, memorial contributions may be made to the GVNA Healthcare, 34 Pearly Lane, Gardner, MA 01440.