Grace L Soucy ?Rusty?, age 84, of Micah Terrace in Milton NH, passed away January 2, 2011 at Frisbee Memorial Hospital in Rochester NH.

Born May 15, 1926 in Salem MA, the daughter of Herbert R and Edna M (Druce) Parker. She resided in Danvers for many years and attended Danvers High School. A Licensed Practical Nurse; Rusty was employed at The Beverly Nursing Home, Farnsworth Nursing Home and The Danvers Nursing Home. She also worked as a Private Duty Nurse.

After summering at Milton Three Ponds for several years, Rusty became a permanent resident in 1984. She then became an active member of The Milton Community Church, The Milton Woman?s Club, and The Red Hats. Also, during her retirement, she volunteered in the office at The Milton Elementary School. Rusty enjoyed knitting, quilting, painting, and gardening.

Rusty is survived by her husband, Oscar J Soucy of Milton; her son, O Richard DuHaime of Bedford NH; her daughter Donna Lee and husband Michael Gauthier of Rochester NH; 2 grandsons, Darrin and Dana Smiledge; a granddaughter, Raina Buchanan; and 2 great grandsons, Phelan Smiledge and Parker Buchanan. She also leaves behind a sister, Doris Haskell of Waveland MS; a brother, Richard Parker of Danvers MA; a sister-in-law, Miriam Nee of Danvers MA; several nieces and nephews and their extended families.

She was predeceased by her husband, Ernest P Koutzoukis and her brother, Glenfield Parker.

?Amazing Grace? will always be in our hearts.

A graveside service will be held at Walnut Grove Cemetery in Danvers MA. Arrangements are in the care of Peaslee Funeral Home, 24 Central St, Farmington NH 03835. To express condolences, please visit: www.peasleefuneralhome.com