Palmer/Charlton: Jean F. (Germain) Packard, 79, of Whalen St., formerly of Gale Rd. in Charlton, passed away peacefully at home with her loving family by her side on Saturday, May 16th.

Jean leaves her husband and best friend of 60 years, William R. Packard; her two sons, Dean W. Packard of Charlton and Mike J. Packard of Charlton; a daughter, Shelly Packard of West Melbourne, FL; six grandchildren, Meaghan Donaghy and her family, whom Bill and Jean lived with; Brooke, Abigail, John, Kylie, Nick and eight great grandchildren.  She was predeceased by a granddaughter, Eden, in 2008.

Jean was born in Worcester, the daughter of Raymond R. and Elodie G. (Bedard) Germain.  Jean devoted her life to raising her family and was happiest surrounded by her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She enjoyed crocheting, puzzles, and painting.  Jean loved to take long rides with her husband Bill on their motorcycle and enjoyed the outdoors. She looked forward to long weekend trips together to Charleston, Maine as well as their many family camping trips throughout the years. She spent 12 years of retirement enjoying the sunshine with her husband in West Melbourne, FL. She recently returned to MA to be with family.

Funeral services and burial in Westridge Cemetery, Charlton will be private.

There are no calling hours.

Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Home, 130 Hamilton St., Southbridge is directing arrangements.