Frances G. DesGrosseilliers

Frances G. DesGrosseilliers, 86, of Merrimack, passed away peacefully October 20, 2026, at Mount Carmel Rehab & Nursing Center in Manchester, New Hampshire. She was born on March 21, 1940, in Manchester to the late James and Rita (Carroll) Gilbert.

Frances was a graduate of Manchester Central High School. In her early years, she worked at New Hampshire Insurance Company, where she met her future husband, William. She later worked for many years as a secretary in the Principal's Office at Merrimack High School.

Frances was actively involved in her community, coaching girls' softball and basketball for the Merrimack Youth Association. She had a lifelong love of music and enjoyed singing for several years with the Sweet Adeline Chorus in Nashua. She loved traveling, cooking, watching game shows and sports of all kinds, and spending time with her extended family.

Above all, Frances will be remembered for her kind and sweet nature and the love she gave so freely to those around her. She was always there for her family and friends, offering comforting words, warmhearted wit that could brighten someone's day, and a smile that made others feel welcome and loved. Her family meant everything to her, and she especially cherished time spent with her grandsons and great-granddaughters, who brought her tremendous joy.

Frances is survived by her three children: William J. DesGrosseilliers, Jr. and his wife Lynne of Merrimack, Mark J. DesGrosseilliers and his wife Jill of Merrimack, and Maria Wilson and her husband Ted of North Carolina; her brother: William Gilbert; her two grandsons: Brian DesGrosseilliers and his wife Cassie of Massachusetts, and Tristan Wilson of Switzerland; three great-granddaughters: Hayden, Madilynn, and Lilleigh DesGrosseilliers; and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Frances was predeceased by her beloved husband of 62 years: William J. DesGrosseilliers; and her siblings: Muriel Gable, James Gilbert, George Gilbert, and John "Jack" Gilbert.

SERVICES: Calling hours will be held Monday, October 26th 2026, at Lambert Funeral Home, 1799 Elm St., Manchester from 10am to 12pm. A prayer service will be held in the funeral home chapel at 12pm. Committal prayers will immediately follow graveside at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Manchester.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to MY TURN, Inc. https://bit.ly/AuntFran