Nancy H. Aldrich

Nancy H. Aldrich, 83, of Milford, NH passed away on August 31, 2026.

She was born on October 29, 1943, in Boston, Mass to John Chandler Hill and Ellen (Rivinius) Hill. Nancy was a graduate of Boston University, and completed a masters in education.

She started her 28-year teaching career at Hopkinton school and ended at Hood school. Nancy was predeceased by her husband, Thomas R. Aldrich III (2022) and her grandson, Zachary A. Lavoignet (2023). She is survived by her daughter Elizabeth S. Lavoignet of Berlin MA, her brothers John C. Hill, Jr. of Milford, NH and David R. Hill of Hamden CT, and her grandson Benjamin A. Lavoignet of Berlin, MA. Throughout her life Nancy was devoted to her family and friends. She loved her dogs and competed in multiple dog shows, receiving numerous AKC awards. Nancy loved to garden, sew, and scrapbook. Her kindness and generosity will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

A celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, September 12th from 2:00 pm-5:00 pm at the Smith & Heald Funeral Home, 63 Elm Street, Milford NH. To share a memory or offer a condolence, please go to www.smith-heald.com