Nicole F. Woodward passed away on May 10, 2024, at her home at the age of 35. Nicole was born on May 11, 1988. She grew up in Bridgewater, MA and spent most of her adult life living in Vermont.

She is survived by her parents, Melvin Woodward of Tamworth, NH and Janyce (Laurie) Woodward, along with her sister and brother, Ameka and Marcus Shanks of Middleboro, MA. Nicole was also a loving aunt to Malisa and Zayden Shanks, as well as having relatives in New Hampshire and Illinois.

Nicole was a loving mother to her pets, Willow and Catalina and friend to many. Nicole had an amazing work ethic since she was young, selling merchandise at concerts and Patriots games for Vendors Unlimited and working at Pet Recess and Chamberlain International School in Massachusetts. When she moved north, she continued selling merchandise while working at North County Veterinary Clinic and at The Heirloom Collection. Nicole loved the outdoors, especially spending time with friends and family around a bonfire.

A service will be held in her memory on May 26, 2024, at 2:00 PM at the North Congregational Church, 38 Plymouth Street, Middleboro, MA 02346. For overnight accommodations please call Fairfield Inn by Marriott in Middleboro, MA 508-946-4000 and use the code “Chamberlain” for a discounted rate. A graveside service to be held at a later date in Wonalancet, NH.

If you or anyone you know is struggling with suicide or depression, please reach out to https://988lifeline.org/.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Nicole’s memory to https://chamberlainschool.org/. All donations collected in her name will be donated to the foundation for suicide prevention.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Fenton and Hennessey Funeral Home, 55 Westminster Street, Bellows Falls, VT.