Lionel A. Cardin
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Lionel A. Cardin, 71, a longtime Nashua resident, passed away Friday afternoon, February 7, 2025 at Southern New Hampshire Medical Center after a period of declining health.
Born in Fort Leavenworth, Kansas on November 18, 1953, he was a son of the late SSgt. Albert B. and PFC Rose Marie (Halada) Cardin. During his early years, Lionel resided at various military bases before moving to Nashua in 1969. Lionel was educated in local schools and attended Nashua High School.
Lionel was employed for many years with Kerk Motion Products in Hollis and continued with their successor Ametek of Milford until his retirement in April 2024.
He will be remembered as a loving son and brother. In his leisure time, Lionel enjoyed spending time with his brother and friends and watching the Daytona 500 each year.
Members of his family include his brother, Joseph A. Cardin, II of Nashua; and many cousins.
A graveside service will take place in St. Francis Xavier Cemetery in Nashua, at a later date. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua.