Sally Ann Marcotte

North Hampton - Sally Ann Marcotte, 76, of North Hampton, died August 22, 2015. She was born July 31, 1939 in Nashua, to the late Dr. Raymond H. and Elizabeth L. Marcotte, and grew up in Nashua and North Hampton. She was predeceased by her brother Hank, also known as Biff, and leaves behind a sister, Joan Beth Fuller, and another sister, Jane McFarland, as well as eleven nieces and nephews, their spouses, their children, their grandchildren, and treasured friends. Sally’s career as a child life specialist at Boston Children’s Hospital spanned two decades. She was described by friends and colleagues as someone who made each child feel special through her loving attention to them. She was an innovator in the use of play and art to facilitate children’s emotional expression throughout their illnesses. She returned to school while working at Children’s Hospital, and earned a Masters in Education with a concentration in family therapy before working as a teacher. In the 1990s, Sally was inspired by a broadcast featuring the Free Romania Foundation whose mission was to bring immediate relief to the institutionalized orphans of Romania. She travelled to Romania as coordinator of volunteers for this organization countless times over the years, training staff and volunteers alike. She channeled her passion for helping each child reach their full potential through her work for the Free Romania Foundation. She often said that her work forever changed the landscaped of her heart. Sally travelled far and wide during her life, from Africa to the islands of Greece, throughout Europe and the USA. She was known for her sense of humor, colorful and creative personality, and her big heart and generous spirit. Friends looked forward to her festive parties and outdoor movie nights at her ocean side home. Sally’s devotion to the North Hampton Fire Department was well-known. She was deeply thankful for the attention and care. Sally passed away peacefully at Hyder Family Hospice Center with family by her side. Throughout her illness, devoted friends and family formed a circle of love around her. She will be greatly missed. Per Sally’s wishes, there will be no service. Donations may be made to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, PO Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-9168. //www.kintera.org/site/c.dtJRL6NSJpL6H/b.8985475/k.D30E/Give_Now/apps/ka/sd/donorcustom.asp?_ga=1.10124529.532152750.1440727635

Sally Ann Marcotte

July 31, 1939 - August 22, 2015