Rita J. Jandreau

July 9, 1946 - June 15, 2015

ERROL – Rita J. Jandreau, 68, of Errol, passed away at her home on Monday afternoon, June 15, 2015, after a long period of ill health and with her loving family by her side. Rita was born in Berlin, NH, on July 9, 1946, a daughter to the late Arthur E. and Adrienne (Boutin) Dion. She was raised in Berlin and attended Berlin High School. For her entire adult life, Rita was a dedicated homemaker for her family, and a loving wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and sister. She was known by her family and friends as a wonderful cook whose Thanksgiving meals were always very special. She loved to knit and give away what she had made. Rita and her husband Joel were inseparable and enjoyed traveling everywhere together. Rita leaves behind her loving husband of 48 years, Joel J. Jandreau of Errol; two sons, Joel Dove Jandreau of Errol, and Timmy Brian Jandreau of Colebrook; her sister, Laurette A. Balog of Northumberland, NH; one grandson upon whom she doted, Jace Landon Jandreau; as well as several nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by a sister, Louise Neal. There are no public calling hours. Services will be at a later date at the convenience of the family. Expressions of sympathy in memory of Mrs. Jandreau may be made to the Two Rivers Ride for Cancer, c/o R. Mulliken, 53 Spring St., Colebrook, NH 03576. Condolences may be offered to the family on-line by going to www.jenkinsnewman.com. Funeral arrangements in NH are under the direction of Jenkins & Newman Funeral Home in Colebrook.