Bernadette M. Roberge

Franklin Bernadette "Bunny" (Aube) Roberge Bernadette Mary Roberge, 78, known to many as "Bunny" died�Thursday, September 3, 2015�at her home peacefully surrounded by her family, following a period of failing health. Bunny was born in North Oxford, MA, November 13, 1936, daughter of the late, Cyril James Aube and Gabrielle Marie (Michel) Aube. Her family moved to�New Hampshire�in the late 1940's and settled in�Franklin. Bunny graduated from Franklin High School, class of 1955 and married the love of her life, Wilbur "Will" Francis Roberge , July 13, 1957. They raised a family of three boys in�Franklin. She was an avid golfer and lifelong member of the�New Hampshire�Women's Golf Association. She won the Club Championship at the Mojolaki Country Club in�Franklin�numerous years; her first being in 1971 at the age of 34; her last being in 2005 at the age of 68 which was her 3rd in a row (2003-2005). Bunny was also an excellent bowler as many friends can attest to and was a member of the Red Hat Society. She enjoyed playing cards with family and friends. She worked for SAU #18 in�Franklin, in the Superintendent's Office. Bunny also worked at the Trachy Insurance Agency before purchasing The Blossom Shop with her close friend, Shirley Gilman. She leaves, Her husband of 58 years, Wilbur F. Roberge of�Franklin, Sons, James C. Roberge and his wife Kim (McDonald) Roberge of�Franklin, Bradley C. Roberge of Leesburg, VA and Lance C. Roberge of Franklin. Grandchildren, Miles C. Roberge and his wife Courtney, of Dover, Mason S. Roberge of�Franklin, Hanna R. Roberge and Madison G. Roberge of Meredith, and Daniella D. Roberge and Renee D. Roberge of Leesburg, VA. Great-grandchildren, Westin Tyler Roberge and Pierson James Roberge of�Dover�and Mercedez Roberge Harper of Meredith. Sisters, Janet Fillion and Theresa Colburn of�Ft.�Pierce, FL, a brother, Ronald Aube of Melbourne, FL. She was predeceased by a sister,�Lorraine�Beaudin. Calling hours will be held, Monday from�5:00�to�8:00 PM�at the William F. Smart Sr. Memorial Home,�Franklin-Tilton Road�(584 West Main St.) in Tilton. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrate Wednesday, September 9, 2015 at 10:00 AM at St. Paul Church of St. Garbriel Parish, School Street in Franklin. Interment will follow promptly at 11:30 AM�at the�New Hampshire�State�Veterans�Cemetery, 110 D. W. Highway in Boscawen. Those wishing may make memorial contributions in Bunny's name, to Franklin VNA and Hospice,�75 Chestnut Street,�Franklin,�NH�03235.