Susan M. Demers

CHARLTON – Susan M. (Nestor) Demers, 64, of Charlton, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at Harrington Memorial Hospital in Southbridge.

She was predeceased by her husband of 42 years, Wayne “Curley” F. Demers, who died in 2025. She is survived by four children, Alison E. O’Neill and her partner Benjamin Cormier of Charlton, Nicholas P. Demers and his partner Miranda Angell of Oxford, Nathan F. Demers and his fiancée Jessica Gilmore of Sturbridge, and Patrick W. Demers of Charlton; two grandchildren, Brady P. O’Neill and Aubrey E. O’Neill, both of Charlton; four brothers, Gary Nestor and his wife Cheryl of Whitinsville, Michael Nestor and his wife Lucille of Virginia Beach, VA, Steven Nestor and his wife Lori of Linwood, and Scott Nestor and his wife Lisa of Uxbridge; her brother-in-law, Kevin Demers and his wife April of Douglas; and many nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by two brothers, Patrick Nestor who died in 1967, and Timothy Nestor who died in 2016; her son-in-law, Jack O’Neill; and her mother-in-law and best friend, Joyce Demers.

She was born in Northbridge, daughter of the late Patrick J. and Gloria J. (Cassista) Nestor. She was raised in Whitinsville and lived in Sutton and Oxford before moving to Charlton over 10 years ago. She graduated from Northbridge High School in 1980 and attended Quinsigamond Community College.

Mrs. Demers worked at Janet’s Hilltop Restaurant in Grafton for over 10 years, retiring in 2021. Previously she worked at Leggett and Platt in Oxford. She enjoyed a quiet night by the fire pit, taking over the local touch tunes, getting the best coupon deals possible, cooking, and gardening. Most important to her were her friends and family, and she left behind a legacy of love to her children and grandchildren.

Memorial calling hours are Sunday, November 8, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Paradis-Givner Funeral Home, 357 Main St., Oxford. A prayer service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday at the conclusion of calling hours.