Carol Ann Kelly Machmahon -McKinen-Cordero

Carol Ann Kelly Machmahon -McKinen-Cordero passed away on April 9, 2026. She was born on December 1, 1947 in Nashua, the daughter of Sgt. William Kelly and Mary Ann Machmahon. She was raised in Hudson and graduated Alvirne High School as an honor student.

She was raised in the Catholic Doctrine. Carol worked for the State of NH for 35 years and the city of Nashua for 4 years. She was very active in community activities with true passion and dedication, politics, nonprofit organizations and supporting those in need.

She enjoyed craft making, decorations, painting, organizing events, weddings, theater performances, music and traveling. She especially enjoyed long conversations with friends.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brother, William Kelly, Jr., and son Eric McKinen. Carol is survived by her husband Damaso Cordero, son Michael McKinen and nephews Todd and Keith Shepard.

Carol will be remembered as a multi-colored rainbow. She bringing happiness and joy to others always smiling. She will be greatly missed by her close family and friends, Beatrice Brewster, Sandra Rogers, Joyce Benoit, France Bergeron, Mr. Richard Peters, Janey Whithington, cousins Mary Southall, Fl, Lisa Machmahon, Manchester as well as many other family and friends all deeply impacted with their grief for her passing.

A celebration of her life for her family and friends will take place on June 27th at the United Main Street Methodist Church of Nashua at 154 Main Street at the 4 pm Church Service immediately follow by a celebration at 5 pm at the Church Salon.