Pauline Theresa (Fredette) Wilmot

Pauline Theresa (Fredette) Wilmot, 83, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2026, at Epsom Healthcare Center after a long and courageous battle with dementia. She was born on September 20, 1943, the beloved daughter of Wilfred Fredette Sr. and Pauline (Stevens) Fredette.

Pauline lived a life filled with family, friendship, laughter, and memories. She was a proud graduate of Franklin High School, Class of 1962. From an early age, she had a love for basketball and was a talented player herself. Her competitive spirit and love of the game stayed with her throughout her life. She spent many seasons cheering from the sidelines, always ready to encourage the teams and the people she cared about. Basketball was more than a game to Pauline–it was something she loved, something she shared with others, and another way she made lasting memories.

Pauline was a hard worker and spent many years working at Save On Wall in Hudson. She was also a familiar and much-loved face at the Boys Club of Nashua, where she ran bingo for many years. Pauline loved people. She loved to talk, laugh, and be part of whatever was going on around her. Her warmth, humor, and unmistakable personality made her someone people would remember.

Some of Pauline’s happiest memories were made with her family. She enjoyed family trips to the beach, the lakes, and the mountains, and treasured the time spent together along the way. She never needed much convincing when it came to an adventure and she also never said no to a trip to a casino. Whether it was a family vacation, a day at the lake, or an evening trying her luck, Pauline knew how to enjoy herself and make the most of the moment.

After the passing of her beloved husband, Thomas Wilmot, Pauline returned to Franklin, New Hampshire, where she made her home for many years. Franklin was a place she loved, and being close to family, old friends, and the community meant a great deal to her. It was home in every sense of the word.

In her later years, Pauline became a resident of Epsom Healthcare Center. Although dementia slowly took away many of the things she once knew, it never took away the sweetness that was such an important part of who Pauline was. The staff at Epsom Healthcare Center came to know her, care for her, and love her. They often spoke of what a sweet and kind woman she was. Their affection for Pauline was a comfort to her family, knowing that during her final years she was surrounded by people who treated her with compassion, patience, kindness, and dignity.

Pauline’s greatest joy, without question, was her family. She leaves behind her son, Thomas Wilmot Jr. and his wife Joanna of Emmett, Idaho; her granddaughters, Madison Wilmot

Bennett of Boise, Idaho, and Hailey Karinne Hewitt of Payette, Idaho; and her beloved great-grandsons, Henry and Tommy. She is also survived by her sister, Mary Nadeau of Franklin, New Hampshire, and her brother, Walter Fredette of St. Albans Bay, Vermont, along with many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.

Pauline was predeceased by her beloved husband, Thomas Wilmot; her sister, Nancy Wilmot; and her brothers, Samuel Riel and Wilfred Fredette Jr.

She had a way of making people feel welcome and loved. She could make you laugh, make you feel at home, and make an ordinary moment into a memory. She loved being around people and cherished the simple things–family together, good conversation, a little laughter, and the people she loved close by. Those who were fortunate enough to know Pauline know that her presence could fill a room, and her absence will leave a space that cannot be filled.

Though her final years were made difficult by dementia, Pauline’s life was never defined by her illness. She was so much more. She was a daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, friend, basketball player, cheerleader, hard worker, and a cherished member of her community. She was a woman who loved deeply, laughed often, and left pieces of herself in the hearts of the people she touched.

Per Pauline’s request, there will be no services. Her family finds comfort in knowing that she would have wanted things kept simple, just as she wished.

For those who loved Pauline, there will be countless moments when she comes to mind and those memories are her gift to the people she leaves behind.

Pauline will be deeply missed, but she will never be forgotten. The love she gave, the laughter she shared, and the memories she created will live on through her family and all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Rest peacefully, Pauline. Your long battle is finally over. May you be free from pain and at peace, knowing how deeply you were loved. We will miss you more than words can say, but we will carry you with us in our hearts, in our memories, and in all the little moments that remind us of you.

Until we meet again, Mom, Grandma, Great-Grandma, Sister, Aunt, and friend. You will always be loved.