Jean was born in Chile on February 10, 1940, and spent the first 16 years of her life there before returning to Massachusetts with her family during high school. She graduated from St. Bernard’s High School in Somerville in 1958 and proudly served as a hospital corpsman in the United States Navy from 1958 to 1960. In addition to raising her four children, she spent over 30 years managing Dr. Robert Borden's medical practice, where she was known for her efficiency, kindness, and no-nonsense humor.

Jean lived life on her own terms and was a true “ball of energy” who could brighten any room. She loved reading, sewing, knitting, and crocheting, filling her home with creations that showcased her creativity and skill. Deeply connected to her Native American heritage, Jean crafted her own regalia and participated in drumming appearances and annual pow-wows with the UNACC group, celebrating her roots with pride.

She had a soft spot for animals, especially cats. Nemo, the last cat she rescued from a feral colony in Miami, enjoyed a quiet, loving life with Jean, a testament to her compassion and devotion.

Jean is remembered for her gregarious spirit and generous heart, always ready to help. She had a way of bringing warmth, humor, creativity, and energy into every room, leaving a lasting impression on everyone who knew her.

She is survived by her children: Marie (Jim) Morley of Pepperell, Massachusetts; Bruce Secovich of Pepperell, Massachusetts; Kristi (John) White of Clinton, Massachusetts; and Mark (Carrie) Secovich of Nashua, New Hampshire. She was a proud grandmother to Patrick, Jeannie, Kaeleb, Jacob, Cassandra, Dominique, Olivia, Kyle, Amelie, Jaida, and Isaac, and a loving great-grandmother to Finnley and Morgan.

She was predeceased by her parents, Noel Sr. and Gertrude (Jean) Rainville; her brother, Noel Rainville, Jr.; and her husband, Bob, who passed away in 2016. Jean will be missed by her sister, Elaine, and brother-in-law, Nick Palumbo of Webster, Texas, as well as her niece, Debi, her nephews, Nick and Vince, and her sister-in-law, Ellen Rainville of Westford, MA.

Services will be held privately at a later date.

In honor of Jean’s proud service to her country, her family encourages others to thank a service member, a gesture that would have made her very happy.

Arrangements under the care of Badger Funeral Home, 45 School St., Groton, Massachusetts, 978-486-3709 www.badgerfuneral.com