Milton, NH

Florence H. Gaydos, age 99, of Milton, died June 22, 2018 at the Rochester Manor.

Born June 13, 1919 in Perth Amboy, NJ, a daughter of Ernest and Florence (Peltier) Henry, She was raised and had lived in the Woodbridge section of New Jersey for many years, moving to Oregon for a short time and most recently residing in Milton for over 45 years.

Florence had owned and operated the Golden Scale Convenience Store in Milton for 10 years, prior to this she had worked at many supermarkets and retail stores to include Woolworths and also had worked as a seamstress for many years.

She enjoyed living on Milton Three Ponds, a great cook she was and avid reader.

Survived by her special friends: Betty A Lloyd and Mary L. Bew both of Brigantine, NJ, 4 grandchildren: Kelly E. (Gaydos) Stuart, Darrin, Christopher and Shawna, 3 great-great grandchildren, 1 son: Wayne Gaydos of Oregon, 1 niece and 1 nephew, predeceased by her husband John W. Gaydos Sr., son: John W. Gaydos Jr. and a sister: "Skip" Lawrence.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions in her memory may be made to the Community Church of Milton, 7 Steeple Street Milton, NH 03851. Cremation care by Peaslee Funeral Home 24 Central St. Farmington.