We are sad to announce that on February 6, 2021, at the age of 52, Gretchen L. (McCarthy) Nahkala of Oakham, Massachusetts passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She is survived by : her husband Jeffrey J. Nahkala; her children, Jake Nahkala and Jane Nahkala; her parents, Kenneth George and Linda McCarthy; her stepfather John McCarthy; her siblings, Patrick McCarthy (Monica), Tricia McCarthy, Meredith McCarthy and Kristin Flagg; and her mother-in-law Chris Nahkala. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Gretchen's family from 12 to 3 p. m. on Sunday, February 21, 2021 at Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main St., Holden (appropriate Covid -19 protocols including face masks and social distancing will be observed. "Air Hugs" will be greatly appreciated by the family).

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Quabbin Pro Musica, c/o Peter Lewis, Quabbin Regional High School, 800 South Street, Barre, MA 01005.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Miles Funeral Homes