Gail M. Labrie

Gail M. LaBrie, 66, of Litchfield, died April 12, 2002, at Catholic Medical Center after a lengthy illness.

Born in Haverhill, MA, December 10, 1935, she was the daughter of Albert and Leona (Lucier) Walsh. She lived in Manchester many years and had been a resident of Litchfield the past 25 years.

She was a graduate of Central High School, and in 1956 graduated from Boston City School of Nursing.

A registered nurse, she worked as a nursery specialist at the former Sacred Heart Hospital, Catholic Medical Center, and Elliot Hospital.

Mrs. LaBrie was a member of the Boston City School of Nursing Alumni Association. In addition she was a communicant of St. Francis Church in Litchfield.

She actively volunteered in various community organizations.

Family members include her husband of 28 years, Francis O. LaBrie of Litchfield; 3 sons, Matthew Labore of Candia, Christopher Labore and Thomas Labore, both of Manchester; 3 daughters, Mrs. William (Tracy) Gassek, Mrs. Patrick (Dianne) Connolly, both of Hooksett, and Mrs. Mark (Paula) Gambeski of Bedford; a step son, Richard LaBrie of Contoocook; 9 grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

A mass of Christian burial was celebrated Tuesday April 16, 2002 in St. Francis Church, 9 St. Francis Way, Litchfield. Burial was in Mount Calvary Cemetery, Manchester.

Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-1905.