Cynthia “Cindy” Louise Calder (Palardy)

We are sad to announce the passing of Cynthia “Cindy” Louise Calder (Palardy), 66, of Merrimack NH. Cindy passed away at home, peacefully in her sleep on Nov. 16, 2023. Daughter of Evelyn (Gagnon) Palardy and late Joe Palardy; Cindy was born on Jan 4, 1957, in Salem, MA, where she went on to live and attend her studies, until relocating to Merrimack NH in later years.

Cindy touched all of us with the “Sunshine” that flowed from within her. She was a proud and loving mother of Melissa, Crystal, Jamie, Melissa-Ann, and predeceased by a daughter, Renee. She was a mother above all, but also a caring wife, to her loving husband of 14 years; Charly Calder, and a dear friend to many. Cindy carried a positive outlook, no matter what the circumstance. She was bubbly, sarcastic and known for her quick wit and laughter that echoed for all to hear. Cindy spent her professional career in Customer Service. She was a valued employee for many years at Crosby’s Marketplace in Salem Ma. She gave herself to others through her smiles and years of enjoyed employment at Shaw’s Supermarket, Merrimack, NH, where she was proudly known as “The Sticker Lady” and always bringing smiles to kids’ faces. Cindy touched many with her sunshine spirit and deep love for everyone she knew.

In her free time, you could find her spending quality time with her family, listening to Elvis Presley, cooking beef stroganoff and fried dough; where her expertise truly shined, or in her recliner, crocheting and sending funny things to her family. She loved her dog, Ruby. Cindy had a strong relationship with God and was a member of the Movement Christian Church in Merrimack NH.

In addition to her father, she is predeceased by her brother; Gerard “Jerry” Palardy and a special sister-in-law Sheena Calder. Cindy leaves behind her former husband and father of her children, loving friend; Dennis Purdy. Her mother; Evelyn (Gagnon) Palardy; her brother; Donald. Her three sisters; Theresa, Sue, and Linda. 12 grandchildren & great-grandchildren; Austin, Shayne, Jordan, Nirvana, Jeremiah, Shayne D., Dennis, Evelyn, Bobby, Serenity, Catalina, Stephen and Vincenzo. Cindy leaves behind many special nieces and nephews she loved and adored. Son in law; Timothy.

Calling hours will be held in the Rivet Funeral Home & Crematorium, located at 425 Daniel Webster Hwy, Merrimack, NH on Tuesday Nov. 21, 2023, from 4:30 – 7:30 with a funeral service to begin at 7:30. We ask that in remembrance of Cindy, you spread positivity, laughter and sunshine to others as she did. Those who wish to make memorial contributions may do so to in name to: Movement Christian Church 27 Depot Street Merrimack, NH 03054