CALAIS - Jennifer LaFlamme Pike, 59, died Friday, July 24, at her home in Calais surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was born on December 28, 1949, in Troy, Vt.
Jennifer married David H. Pike of Montpelier on Nov. 8, 1969, at St. Augustine Catholic Church. Her legacy will be carried on by her husband David and their two sons, Adam H. Pike and granddaughter, Emma of Littleton, Colo.; and Aaron R. Pike of Barre, Vt.
Jennifer was one of five children and is survived by two sisters, Anita of N.H. and Emma of Vermont, and a brother, Edward, of N.H.; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a sister, Minnie.
Jennifer attended Montpelier Schools and graduated from Montpelier High School in 1967. She continued her education at Fanny Allen School of Nursing in Burlington. She worked as a LPN for 40 years in the surrounding area and in Port Charlotte, Fla.; including Central Vermont Hospital, Berlin Health & Rehabilitation Center and the Gary Home.
Jennifer and David resided between their two homes in Port Charlotte, Fla. and Calais.
Jennifer's passions included gardening, outdoors activities, being an aerobics instructor and above all being a mother and grandmother.
Her wish was to rest in peace in a family cemetery at their cabin in Calais. Her memory will be cherished by all who were blessed to know her. She will be forever loved.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, July 30, at Macedonia Baptist Church in Plainfield.
Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, 121 Connor Way, Ste 240, P.O. Box 1460, Williston, Vt. 05495.
Those wishing to send private on-line condolences may do so at www.guareandsons.com and go to Jennifer's obituary.
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Linda (Yates) Willey
August 6, 2009
Jennifer's family -
Being a member of MHS '67, I remember many laughs in class and afterward with Jennifer and Pat Woodward. Memories are treasures that we always have close.
July 29, 2009
Dave,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Jennifer was an amazing lady, always there to give of herself and help those in need. Please take comfort in knowing that your friends are here for you whenever you need a shoulder to lean on, someone to share a memory with or just sit by your side.
Love,
Thane & Sue Martin
Bob & Nancy Cutler
July 28, 2009
Dear David, Aaron & Jess, and Adam - Our hearts are joined with yours during this time of sorrow and loss. This is a journey we all face and many of us have walked. Just know that we love you and hold you in our hearts and lift you up in prayer. Our prayer is that you will be strengthened for the coming days - that God will give you His peace deep in your hurting hearts - and that along this way you will find comfort and blessings. We love you. Bob and Nancy
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