Elidia M. (Jacques) Wiseman

Elidia M. (Jacques) Wiseman, 58, of Rowena, passed away Tuesday, June 21st in the UMass Medical Center, Worcester, from complications after a sudden illness.

Lydia leaves behind her daughter, Heather Wiseman of Rowena, TX; best friend and love, Michael Kehoe of Worcester; brother, Jesse Jacques, sister Margaret Mojica; nephew and niece, Andrew and Allie Jacques; and special friends Lauren, Bridget, Alexandra, Roy and Megan Kehoe.

She was born in Ballinger, TX, to Margarito and Delfina (Gaitan) Jacques; Lydia went on to attend schools in Rowena and worked as a Nurse's Aide before retiring several years ago. She lived happily in Worcester with her partner Michael for the past 5 years. She was predeceased, many years earlier, by her husband Robert and more recently by her mother Delfina.

Lydia had a strong Christian Faith, and radiated love to everyone in her life. She enjoyed the ocean, beach and White Mountains, but was happy just spending time with Michael, no matter what they were doing. She was a beautiful soul and will be missed greatly.

Mass will be held at 10:00 am on Friday, July 1 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Rowena with Fr. Ariel Lagunilla officiating. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Rowena.