Trudy (Hayward) LeGrice, beloved wife, mother, Nana, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away leaving behind a lifetime of love, laughter, creativity, and cherished family memories.

Born on June 2, 1940, Trudy entered the world in the very same year her parents, Charles and Frederika (Gallup) Hayward, opened Hayward's Ice Cream Stand in Nashua, New Hampshire. Family, tradition, and hard work would remain central themes throughout her life.

Trudy was the devoted partner and wife of Rick LeGrice, sharing 55 years of adventure, marriage, and unwavering partnership. Together they built a life centered on family and created countless memories that will be treasured for generations.

She is survived by her husband, Rick LeGrice; her children, Michael Ordway and his wife Maureen, Sher Robinson and her husband Frank, Dianne O'Donnell, Dee Chase, and Chris Ordway and his wife Denise; her grandchildren, Jessica, Sharon, Nik, Jay, Sam, Joe, Jenny, Lyssa, Lauren, Skyler, Mimi, Paige, Ali, and Becca; and her great-grandchildren, Kathleen, Christian, Amelia, Lily, and Aidan.

Trudy was pre-deceased by Rick's son Shawn LeGrice and his wife Becky.

A graduate of Milford High School, Trudy later attended Nashua Business School. While she spent many years as a dedicated stay-at-home mom raising her children, she eventually returned to the workforce and retired from Annalee Dolls in Meredith, New Hampshire, where her artistic talents were put to good use.

Trudy was creative in everything she did. She loved painting handmade Christmas and birthday cards, each one a work of art that family and friends looked forward to receiving and continue to cherish today. She also had a special love for her cats and could never resist their companionship.

Known for her strength, determination, and stubborn streak, Trudy faced life on her own terms. Those who loved her knew that once she made up her mind, there was little chance of changing it. Beneath that strong exterior, however, was a woman whose greatest joy was her family.

She loved Elvis, enjoyed riding with Rick on their Harley, and treasured time spent surrounded by the people she loved. For many years, Trudy and Rick hosted a large annual family barbecue that became a beloved tradition. The gatherings brought together their whole growing family for a day filled with food, laughter, stories, and memories. Those celebrations reflected what mattered most to Trudy: family being together.

To her grandchildren she was "Nana." To her children she was "Mom/Mum," whatever name she was called, she was a constant source of love, strength, encouragement, and creativity.

Though her family's hearts are heavy with her loss, they find comfort in the many memories she leaves behind and the love she shared so freely with those closest to her.

She will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

Services will be private.

In lieu of flowers please consider donating to the NH Humane Society to support Trudy's lifelong love of her rescued pets.