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Irene A. Hedden, 86, Sebastian

Written by: June 15 2011
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Irene A. Hedden, 86, died June 10, 2011, at VNA Hospice House.

She was born in North Dartmouth, Mass., and lived in Sebastian for 17 years, coming from Pompano Beach.

Before retirement, she was a printer in the printing industry.

She received her GED from Sebastian River High School at age 70.

Survivors include her husband of 40 years, Willam R. Hedden Jr., of Sebastian; daughter, Jane Emily Manturi, of Bethlehem, Pa.; sister, Evelyn McQuilkin, of New Bedford, Mass; and a grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her brothers, Albert, Joseph and Manuel Rebello; and sister, Alice.

Memorial contributions may be made to VNA Hospice of Indian River County, 1110 35th Lane, Vero Beach, FL 32960.

No services will be conducted.

Arrangements are by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home and Crematory in Vero Beach.

A guestbook is available at www.lowtherfuneralhome.com.

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