Vilma J. Lias (Carano)

Vilma J. Lias (Carano) of Hollis, NH, died peacefully at home on March 26 at age 90. Her beloved husband of 68 years, Russell “Buzz” Lias was by her side. In addition to Russell, she is survived by two children, Allen Lias (Jeanne) of Pittsburgh, PA, and Renae Lias (Neil Claffey) of Nashua, NH; by four grandchildren, Jennifer Gordon (Dan) of Bethesda, MD, Steven Lias (Ericka) of Duxbury, MA, Elias Claffey of Dillon, CO, and Thomas Claffey (Mel Hubner) of Madrid, Spain; and by three great grandchildren, Chloe, Gabriel and Lane. Vilma was predeceased by her father and mother, Salvatore and Angelina Carano, sister Evelyn Beozubiak and brother Joseph.

Vilma was born December 28, 1935, and grew up in Aliquippa, PA, where she and Buzz met, fell in love, and started their family. They moved to Beaver, PA, where they lived for 26 years before relocating to New England. Vilma worked several retail jobs, but her main job and devotion was as a homemaker for her family. She loved them well, and was well loved.

A memorial service will be held at Pilgrim Congregational Church 4 Watson St., Nashua, NH on Tuesday, April 7, at 12 noon, followed by light refreshments. A private burial will follow at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery, Boscawen. Donations may be made in Vilma’s name to the Alzheimer’s Association. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com The Farwell Funeral Service, 18 Lock Street, Nashua is assisting the family with arrangements.