Kathleen Noyes Obituary

Kathleen Sarsfield Noyes, 71 of Charlestown, RI passed away suddenly on January 27, 2025. Kathy was born on February 19, 1953, in Brattleboro, Vermont to Francis J. and Evelyn N. (Nikiforakis) Sarsfield. Kathy was married to Ronald H. Noyes for 46 years. Kathy grew up in Hinsdale, New Hampshire where her family owned and operated a grocery store that was an integral part of the community for many decades. Kathy graduated from Hinsdale High School in 1971. She was an excellent student, who played in the school band and on multiple athletic teams. She was an accomplished athlete and was named most valuable player on numerous occasions. Following high school, she attended Plymouth State College where she received a bachelor's degree in physical education. Kathy had a long and successful career as a teacher and was extremely admired by her students. Her career began in the Monadnock Regional school system and concluded in Connecticut, teaching in the Stonington public school system for over 25 years. The most important part of Kathy's life was family. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was especially proud of her children and grandchildren and supported all their endeavors and activities. Kathy was a loving, kind, and giving person who truly cherished every moment spent with her family. Kathy is survived by her husband Ron, and her two children and their spouses, Robert F. Noyes (Thea), Jessica M. Noyes-Loftis (Christopher), three grandchildren Oliva Noyes, Cameron Loftis, and Paige Loftis. She is also survived by her siblings, with whom she was very close, Michael Sarsfield, Joseph Sarsfield, and Maria (Sarsfield) Fitzgerald. She was also close with her extended family that included numerous uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 8 th at 12:00 pm at the Cheshire Family Funeral home in Keene, NH. A graveside ceremony will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity Kathy supported for many years, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.