This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: RonColby41 Surnames: Colby, McPherson, Collins Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.colby/1162/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Lori Jean (McPherson) Colby NORTHFIELD; Lori J. Colby, 46, of 43 Sargent St. in Northfield, died at her home, with her husband at her side, Friday, June 27, 2008 following a long illness. She was born in Nashua March 8, 1962, daughter of the late Charles and Minnie (Collins) McPherson. Lori lived in Northfield for over 20 years. She schooled in Henniker, Concord and Winnisquam Regional High School in Tilton. She later graduated Summa Cum Laude with her teaching degree from Plymouth State College in Plymouth. Prior to her illness, Lori taught English for four years at Pembroke Academy in Pembroke. Over the years she held office management positions with various local businesses. Her family includes: Her husband of 25 years, John A. Colby of Northfield Brothers: Theodore Burgess of Brownville Jct., Maine, Daryl McPherson of Franklin and Stephen and Michael McPherson of Northfield Sisters: Gail Frost of Meredith and Merry-Lyn Kneeland of Verona Island, Maine Lori and John celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary June 4th 2008. Special to Lori was her family, including her numerous nieces and nephews, who were like her children. She was a friend to those wanting a friend. Artistic, Lori loved photography and needlework. She enjoyed kayaking, hiking, reading, star gazing, sunbathing and playing with her many animals over the years. Calling hours will be held Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the William F. Smart Sr. Memorial Home, Franklin-Tilton Road in Tilton. A celebration of Lori's life will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. in the Memorial Home. Interment will be in Park Cemetery in Tilton at a later date, following the completion of the family crypt. Expressions of sympathy may be made to either Community Health and Hospice, 780 North Main St., Laconia, NH 03246 or the NH Humane Society, P. O. Box 572, Laconia, NH 03247-0572. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.