North Haverhill, NH – Cathleen "Cathy" Hope Cameron, 74, of French Pond Road, died suddenly at her home on Friday, April 22, 2016.

Cathy was born in Stafford Springs, CT, February 21, 1942, the daughter of Howard and Rita (Rennel) Bowers.

Cathy graduated from Willimantic High School in Connecticut. She married Ralph Cameron June 19, 1979 and they previously lived in Minnesota before moving to the Upper Valley Region some 30 years ago. Cathy had worked for various automotive garages in the Upper Valley. She also worked for the Journal Opinion in Bradford, VT as a receptionist. Cathy worked for Walmart in Woodsville from their opening day until her retirement in September 2015. She enjoyed bird watching, especially cardinals, crossword puzzles, puzzles, her cats, and watching musicals.  In her younger days, she also enjoyed dancing of every form, step, and style.   Cathy was the Matriarch of her family, which was the most important facet in her life. She loved spending time with her friends whom she met over the years.

She was predeceased by her parents, Howard and Rita (Rennel) Bowers.

Cathy is survived by her husband of 36 years, Ralph Cameron of North Haverhill; four children, Michael Luurtsema and wife Linda of Springfield, VT, Cathleen Sargent of Hinsdale, NH, Rita Knutson and husband Gary of Lakeville, MN, and Christopher Luurtsema and wife Cindy of North Haverhill; 12 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; a brother, David Bowers of Columbia, CT; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

There will be no calling hours.

A memorial service will be on Saturday, April 30th, at 11 AM  in the Trinity Church of the Nazarene, 41 Nazarene Drive, North Haverhill, NH, with Rev. George Hemway officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the family.