Obituaries

Gail E. Carey

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SUNAPEE — Gail E. Carey, originally from Sunapee, easefully passed away on Friday, April 5 in the presence of family who were with her at the time of her death. Gail suffered from a rare, neurological disease called MSA and ultimately died of pneumonia.

Gail was born in Sunapee where her heart was always connected. Her parents were Mary and Phil Eastman. She started her working career at the well-known Woodbine Cottage as a waitress. She later attended Keene State for Childhood Education and worked as a teacher for many years. Gail was always creative sewing, making crafts, needlework and knitting. She later started her own business called “The Sun Screeners” making clever items like wine holders and knitting buckets. She had a store in Sunapee Harbor for many years.

Later, she became a U.S. Postal Service worker and enjoyed that job tremendously, talking and connecting with customers and being friendly, which was one of her most natural and generous qualities.

Gail was always extending herself to others in a loving way. Even though she always claimed she was “shy” she seemed to always be able to make friends and be loved by others. People have always referred to Gail as “kind,” and that she was, with the most tender of hearts.

Gail is survived by her three caring daughters Naomi Merchant, Theresa Brush and Liz Carey. And, her supportive sons-in-law, including Kevin Merchant and Chris Sabido.

Having her daughters was one of Gail’s most cherished accomplishments. She would always speak of their unique contributions and talents and how much she loved each of them.

Gail is also survived by three loving grandchildren, Sarah Merchant, Matt Gray Brush, and Jack Brush. Gail loved being a grandmother, and it brought her so much joy to have these amazing grandchildren in her life. She saw them as bright, ambitious and full of life.

Services for Gail will take place on June 15, 2019 at 11 a.m. at the Chadwick Funeral Home, 236 Main Street, New London with a reception to follow.

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