Jacqueline O. Gingras

BARRE-We regretfully announce the passing of Jacqueline (Jackie) O'Hara Gingras of Barre, Vermont on June 22, 2023. Jackie passed away peacefully after a brief battle with heart disease. Family friends were there sharing stories of her life and reinforced what a remarkable woman she was. Jackie was born on September 9, 1935, and was the daughter of Gabriel and Laura (Lucas) O'Hara. Jackie spent her childhood in Graniteville and graduated from Holy Ghost School. Jackie continued her education traveling daily from Graniteville to Montpelier where she graduated from Saint Michael's High School as the class valedictorian. Upon graduation, Jackie was employed for the Barre-Montpelier-Chelsea Railroad until its closure. Jackie was next employed at Lane Manufacturing until embarking upon her new role as a mother. Jackie married Lawrence Gingras, July 20, 1957, at St. Sylvester's Church in Graniteville, Vermont, where she then dedicated her life to raising their four children. Jackie was predeceased by her...