Carmel Maria Roberts (Pinsonneault), 90, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 29, 2026, following a period of declining health, at the Merrimack County Nursing Home in Boscawen, NH. She was surrounded by the presence of the love and comfort of her family.

Born on January 14, 1936, in Manchester, NH, Carmel, affectionately known as “Carm,” was the youngest and third child of Eleodore and Bibiane (Harbour) Pinsonneault. Carm grew up in Manchester, NH attended local schools, and was a graduate of Saint Joseph High School, Manchester, NH, Class of 1954.

Carm met her husband, Raymond “Ray” Roberts, around the time of her high school graduation, married on December 1, 1956, and shared 67+ years together. She was a loving wife to Ray, and mother of four children, Susan, Thomas, Lisa, and Paul,

Carm lived in New Hampshire for her entire life and was a longtime resident of Manchester, NH. She also resided in Merrimack, Allenstown, Penacook, and most recently, Boscawen.

Along with being a dedicated homemaker, Carm loyally served as a Receptionist/Office Clerk in the insurance industry for 20+ years, first at NH Insurance in Merrimack and later at State Farm Insurance in Bedford. Carm’s coworkers at State Farm Insurance friendly nicknamed her, “Granny Two Sneakers” after watching her move swiftly about the office accomplishing task after task.

In her leisure time, Carm cherished moments spent with family and friends. She also enjoyed quiet time alone. Carm took pleasure in a leisurely walk, tending the garden, playing games & puzzles, reading a book, or watching a movie. Also, when the opportunity arose, Carm enjoyed going on vacation, and had the fondest of memories from two trips she took to Hawaii with Ray, and their dear friends, Bob & Arlene Ackerson, Stan & Patty Lencki, and Dr. William & Barbara Kearney.

A devout Catholic, Carm attended mass regularly and was deeply rooted in her faith. Early on, she attended services in Manchester, then at Our Lady of Mercy in Merrimack, later at Saint Raphael Parish in Manchester, and most recently at Saint John the Baptist Church in Allenstown.

Carm is survived by daughters, Susan Barr (Richard) of Chichester, NH, and Lisa Therrien (John) of Epsom, NH, daughter-in-law, Lori Tenhave (John) of Merrimack, NH, son, Paul Roberts (Sarah) of Boscawen, NH, grandchildren, Benjamin Barr (Lauren) of Gilmanton, NH, Christopher Roberts (Lindsey) of California, Audrey Humphrey (Daniel) of Chichester, NH, Thomas Roberts (Carling) of South Carolina, Jocelyn & Alyson Therrien of Epsom, NH, Jacob & Ameila Roberts of Concord, NH, great-grandchildren, Piper Humphrey, of Chichester, NH, Remington & Sloane Barr of Gilmanton, NH, Hailey & Hannah Roberts of South Carolina, brother-in-law, Richard Roberts of Florida, and several beloved nieces and nephews.

Carm was predeceased by her parents, Eleodore in 1966 and Bibiana in 1957,  brother, Alfred Pinsonneault in 1996, sister, Pauline Pinsonneault (Doucet) in 1990, husband, Ray in 2024, and son, Thomas in 1983.

Carm was ever present to lend a hand, provide encouragement, and share a much needed and affectionate hug & kiss. Despite being short in stature, she stood tall with a selfless and devoted manner. Above all, Carm will be remembered for her caring nature and unconditional love.

The Roberts family would like to express their sincere gratitude for the thoughtful care provided to Carm, by the staff at the Merrimack County Nursing Home in Boscawen, the Granite VNA Hospice in Concord, and the John H. Whitaker Assisted Living Community in Penacook.

In lieu of flowers, Carm’s Family respectfully requests for any donations be made to the American Cancer Society, to any of the Parishes noted above, or to a charity close to your heart.

At this time, there will not be any calling hours. A family service will be held later at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery, Boscawen, NH.