Priscilla B. Hamlin Obituary (1924 - 2017)

Fairfield-Priscilla B. Hamlin, 92 of Fairfield, died Sunday evening September 17, 2017 with her loving family at her side. She was born in Waterville on October 20, 1924, the daughter of Philippe and Fredalise (Dulac) Begin. She was employed by Keyes Fibre Company for over 30 years. Priscilla was a longtime member of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, Fairfield and Corpus Christi Parish, Waterville. She was a member of the Rosary Sodality, the Red Hat Society and the Touch of Class dance group that visited nursing homes providing entertainment and gift for the residents. Priscilla enjoyed time with family more than anything else. She hosted holiday and family gatherings at her home including the most recent years her "Christmas in September. Another of her hobbies was making collages for her family milestones or birthdays and even one for her class reunion. She is predeceased by her parents, her husband, Richard D. Hamlin on July 27, 2012, her daughter, Pamela Hamlin Abbott and her brothers and sisters. Priscilla is survived by her daughter, Debra Achorn of Waterville and daughter, Michelle Bard with her children, Tyler, Teya and Trey Bard, son Jason Achorn and wife Denise with sons Michael and Sean of Oakland , son Kevin Achorn and wife Brenda with Madyson and Mikayla of Waterville; her son, Gregg Hamlin and wife Karen of Boxborough, MA with son Nathan Hamlin of Waterbury, VT; her son, Gary Hamlin of Fairfield with son, Jack Hamlin of Lima Ohio, grandson, Stephen Abbott and wife Kelli of Saratoga Springs, New York with sons Zachary and Tyler; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Family and friends may visit from 6-8 pm on Thursday evening, September 28, 2017 at Gallant Funeral Home, 10 Elm Street, Waterville. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 AM on Friday, September 29, 2017 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 70 Pleasant Street, Waterville. Burial will follow in St. Francis Catholic Cemetery, 78 Grove Street. Waterville. An online guestbook may be signed and condolences expressed at www.gallantfh.com