Carole L. Bleau

She was born in Bellows Falls, VT, on June 30, 1955, daughter of the late Harold and Joyce (Willis) Champney. She was raised in Marlow, NH, where she attended area schools and graduated from Keene High School.

Carole began her career at National Mutual Grange. She had also worked at Peerless Insurance and Rich’s department store. She returned to the Grange working in accounting, from which she retired after a dedicated 27 years.

On April 27, 1985, Carole married the love of her life, Randy S. Bleau.

Carole had been a member of the Legion and VFW in Keene. She was exceptional at crafting anything in the realm of sewing, knitting, and crocheting. She was most famously known for her hand made reusable bags made from recycled shopping bags. Everyone saved bags for Carole to create her art.

At home, Carole and Randy kept an open-door policy – they offered a safe place for their children and family to come without judgement or question. Carole was loving and caring and treasured being able to help in raising her son’s three children while he served in the United States Army. With Randy, family, and friends, Carole enjoyed motorcycle ride up North and camping in the White Mountains. Never too far behind, was her trusty dog, Harley.

Carole will be dearly missed by her devoted husband: Randy Bleau of Keene, NH; son: James Marden and his significant other Stephanie Renaud of Hinsdale, NH; stepsons: Bryan Bleau and Neil Bleau both of Keene, NH; grandchildren: Montgomery, Montana, Marcus, Spencer, Clayton, Braden, Cameron, Hailey, and Landon; siblings: Nancy, Kay, and Skip; as well as several extended family members and many friends.

In addition to her parents, Carole was predeceased by her daughter Christy Marden.

Family and friends are invited to gather for calling hours and a celebration of Carole’s life on Thursday, January 4, 2024, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Fletcher Funeral Home, 33 Marlboro Street, Keene, NH.