Catherine “Debbie” Thistle
Posted By Direct Cremation of the Seacoast On February 27, 2018 @ 9:05 am In | 9 Comments
Haverhill, MA - Catherine “Debbie” Thistle, 74 of Haverhill, MA, passed away peacefully at her daughter's home in Danville, NH on Thursday, February 22, 2018 after a period of declining health.
Catherine was born in Somerville, MA on August 28, 1943 to the late Augustus and Rose Alves.
She was predeceased by her loving husband Richard “Dick” Thistle. Catherine leaves behind her three children, sons Steven Smith of Manchester, NH and Todd Smith and wife Dorinda of Old Lyme, CT and her daughter Michelle Croteau and husband Gary of Danville, NH. She was also a loving Nana to her four grandchildren, Neil and Ned Smith and Chloe and Kathryn Croteau who she found great joy in spending time with. She was also known by many as simply “Nana”. Debbie always found a reason to laugh and to make others laugh along with her. She will be greatly missed, but never forgotten. The family will share details of a celebration of life in Debbie’s honor once final arrangements have been made.
Condolences for the family of “Catherine “Debbie” Thistle”
I am honored and blessed to have known your Debbie. She was truly a blessing in my life and I will miss her. My condolences to her family.
Todd , Dorinda, Neil and Ned,
My deepest sympathies to all – my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Love, Gloria
Michelle and Family,
Our deepest sympathy to you all. Nobody can ever replace a Mother’s love and devotion. Your love and memories will be with you forever and nobody can ever take that away. Please except our prayers and love during this difficult time. Michelle, I am here for you if you need me.
Love
Carmela Centeno
Aunt Debbie was a very special person, so much fun with a great sense of humor! Love her xox
I’m so sorry for your loss!!! She was a fantastic person!!!
Todd and family,
Our hearts go out to you for the great loss of your Mom and Nana. I wish I had the words to heal your hearts. We send you all our love and prayers.
I am so sorry for your loss. I used to babysit for Debbie many years ago in Stoneham.
I was able to spend a little time with her in Haverhill, always fun and full of laughs. She loved her family and friends. She will be missed. Sending prayer to the family.
Debi (Doherty) Strong
She is now resting in peace her and her first husband rented a house from my mother in Medford Mass on Andrews Street for 2 years she was a very nice person she went to school with my uncle in Somerville Mass
May god be with her family you are all in my prays always remember the good times you had with her
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I am so very sorry. I am heartbroken.