CREMATION SOCIETY OF NH
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Our Obituaries
Frederick J. Rano
July 20, 1932 - February 23, 2021
Frederick J. Rano, 88, of Gorham, NH passed away at AVH on 2/23/21. He was born July 20, 1932 in Berlin, NH, the son of the late Bridgette Labelle-Rano and Frank Rano, Sr. He leaves behind his wife Betty, of 46 years; daughter Dawn and husband Jay of Silver Lake, NH; grandson Ryan of Manchester, NH; granddaughter Kayla of Coventry, RI; brother Frank and wife Lorraine of Berlin, NH; brother...
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Richard Modica
September 3, 1939 - February 20, 2021
On 20 February 2021, at the age of 81, Richard passed away peacefully with loving family at his side.
Richard was pre-deceased by his parents Joseph and Ella, brothers Joseph and Anthony as well as their wives Fay and Enda respectively, and sister Beatrice Caggiano.
Richard, who retired from Digital Equipment, went to Medford High School and Northeastern University and was a veteran of the...
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Jay Dickinson Adams
March 2, 1947 - February 18, 2021
Jay Dickinson Adams of Bellows Falls VT, formerly of Wethersfield CT, died peacefully at the Jack Byrne Center for Palliative and Hospice Care in Lebanon NH on February 18, 2021, with his nephew, Kristopher Dobie, at his side. Jay was born on March 2,1947 in Hartford CT, son of Shirley Scott Adams and Jalon Dickinson Adams.
He spent his childhood in Wethersfield CT and was a member of the...
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George Martin Neskey
January 27, 1929 - February 18, 2021
George Martin Neskey, 92, son of Stephen and Domicella (Dzuentis) Neskey passed away at home with his family by his side on February 18, 2021. Born at home in Pelham on January 27, 1929, he was a graduate of Lowell High before joining the Merchant Marines. He worked at several trucking companies before starting his own company in Pelham, George Neskey Const. Co. Inc. People knew he could be...
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Mary Ann Welch
March 12, 1946 - February 17, 2021
Mary Ann Welch, who will be lovingly remembered for her quirky wit, and kind, unassuming nature, passed away on February 17, 2021. She was 74 years old.
She was the daughter of the late Marcel and Rita (Bonnette) Berube, and the widow of Frederick Welch, with whom she shared 37 years of marriage.
Mary Ann was a graduate of Nashua High School (1964) and went on to graduate from Nashua...
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Scott Edward Graham
August 15, 1948 - February 17, 2021
Scott Edward Graham, 72, of Epsom, NH passed away peacefully February 17th, 2021 at Epsom Health Care Center with his daughter Karrie and sister-in-law Rita by his side.
He was born in Bridgeton, ME to Frank and June Graham on August 15, 1948. He proudly served his country as a U.S. Marine in Vietnam.
He is survived by his two daughters Karrie Anderson and Kris and husband Brian Parkerson;...
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Katherine Louise Simon
October 31, 1955 - February 16, 2021
Katherine Louise Simon, 65, died February 16, 2021 at her home in Keene, NH. She was born on October 31, 1955 in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, daughter of Thomas Simon and Kit Nan Simon.
She Partner of Paul Higley. They were together for over 35 years.
Katherine first attended grade school in Saudi. Then went onto boarding school in Paris. Attending High school in the United States in Austin,...
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John E."Jay" Palmer, Jr.
April 8, 1943 - February 16, 2021
John E. Palmer, Jr., "Jay", 77, of Weare, NH, died 02/16/21 after a brief hospital stay, with his daughter by his side.
Jay was born in Manchester, NH, April 8, 1943 to John E. Palmer and Dorothy (Doussas) Palmer. He spent his youth in Reading, MA and Readfield, ME where he attended his beloved Kents Hill School. He then attended Michigan State University, New England College (Graduated Summa...
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Charles "Chuck" J. Berthiaume
October 7, 1952 - February 15, 2021
Charles "Chuck" J. Berthiaume, age 68, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, February 15, 2021 at the Catholic Medical Center in Manchester, NH. He was born in Keene, NH on October 7, 1952, the son of the late Joseph and Eleanor (Loos) Berthiaume.
Chuck was proud to be a Dad and Grandpa. He enjoyed completing crossword puzzles, collecting stamps and coins, and following his favorite Manchester...
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Joseph E. Falzone
June 6, 1938 - February 15, 2021
Joseph (Edward) Falzone, of Nashua, NH., passed away at age 82 on February 15, 2021 in Community Hospice House in Merrimack, NH.
He was born on June 9, 1938 in Boston to the late Phyllis and Michael Falzone, and was married to Maureen (Taylor) Falzone. Together they raised Five children.
Joseph is survived by his sons, Michael Falzone & Wife Judy (Litchfield, NH), Joseph Falzone & wife...
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Luis Quinones
August 20, 1965 - February 14, 2021
Luis Quiñones, 55, of Manchester, NH, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2021, with loved ones by his side.
Luis was born in Yauco, Puerto Rico, to Rafaela Casiano and Juan Merced Quinones, the youngest of 6 children. In his teen years, he moved to New Hampshire.
Luis was a hard worker, although he had many interests, from cars to enjoying a delicious meal with friends, Luis's true...
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Laurel Dudley
November 11, 1951 - February 13, 2021
Laurel (MacDonald) Dudley, born November 11, 1951, passed away on February 13, 2021, after a brave fight against cancer.
She is survived by her daughter, Jennifer Lawrence and her husband, James of Epping, NH; her son, Jeremy and his wife, Kerilin of Gloucester, MA; her sister, Sandy Bowers of Epping, NH; her grandchildren, Cooper, Brooke and Sophie Lawrence; and many nieces, nephews and...
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Jerry L. Baker
April 2, 1941 - February 12, 2021
JERRY LEE BAKER
SHELBURNE, NH — "All things considered it's been a good voyage," he said. Jerry Baker passed away on February 12, 2021, at the Lafayette Center, when his mind and body were too tired to carry on. He leaves behind the legacy of a unique and talented man who wrote his own rules.
Jerry Lee Baker was born on April 2, 1941 in Racine, Missouri as the youngest child of John...
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Ivan Woodard
June 10, 1972 - February 12, 2021
Ivan Woodard 48
Ivan was born in Manchester, NH to Linda Woodard and James Dipietro on June 10th,1972 and passed on February 12th,2021. Ivan was amazing person. He would always be there for everyone. He was a big family guy. He loved his sports, red sox and patriots. He also loved roofing.
He was departed by his father James Dipietro and his brother Stephen Dipietro.
He leaves behind the...
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Irene G. Boisvert
June 26, 1931 - February 11, 2021
Irene G. (Goudreau) Boisvert 89 of Bedford, NH passed away peacefully on February 11th, 2021 at Bedford Falls Assisted Living Facility. She was born on June 26th, 1931 in Manchester, NH and was the daughter of Rosaire and Beatrice (Duval) Goudreau.
She spent many of her childhood years on the family farm, Goudreau's Poultry Farm, in Grasmere (now considered Pinardville) and attended schools in...
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John Mills
November 10, 1938 - February 9, 2021
John Kenneth Mills, 82, of Center Conway, passed away on Tuesday, February 9, 2021 at Frisbie Memorial Hospital, Rochester, after a lengthy illness.
Born in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, on November 10, 1938, he is the son of the late John V. and Mary Louise (Atkinson) Mills. Raised and educated in Cumberland, RI, John attended Central Grammar School and Cumberland High School. John married the...
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Judith Ann Medeiros
January 13, 1947 - February 9, 2021
Judith Ann (Dill) Medeiros, 74, of Manchester, NH, passed away on February 9th, 2021, after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease.
Judy was born in Attleboro, Ma. at Sturdy Memorial Hospital on January 13th, 1947. She attended Lower Cape May Regional High School where she excelled in academics and loved playing basketball. After graduating High School in 1965, Judy married John Medeiros, her...
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Thomas Scott Beadleston
July 30, 1950 - February 8, 2021
Thomas Scott Beadleston, 70, died Monday February 8, 2021 at this home in Francestown, NH. He was born on July 30, 1950 in Illinois, son of Richard C Beadleston and Helen (McLaughlin) Beadleston. He was the husband of Charlotte (Kent) Beadleston.
He attended Homewood-Flossmor High School, Cornell University, University of Illinois, and University of San Diego.
Retired as Vice President of...
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Betty L. Sawyer
June 8, 1937 - February 8, 2021
Betty L. Sawyer, 83, of Colby Court in Bedford, NH died on Monday, February 8, 2021 at Bedford Hills Care & Rehabilitation Center following a period of failing health. She was born in Newport, NH on June 8, 1937, the daughter of Francis J, Sr. and Grace Maude (Hurd) Miller.
She is survived by her three stepdaughters and their spouses, Robert and Ruth (Lumb) Nantell, Ann (Lumb) Lavoie, Forrest...
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Robert A Deslauriers
June 26, 1946 - February 5, 2021
Robert "Bob" A. Deslauriers died on February 5, 2021, at Wentworth Douglas Hospital in Dover, New Hampshire, with his wife, Dottie holding his hands.
He was born to Harvey and Alma Deslauriers on June 26, 1946, in Whitinsville, Massachusetts.
He attended school in Whitinsville and upon graduating joined the National Guard 181st Engineer Battalion out of Webster, Massachusetts. Bob went on...
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William Lofgren
February 14, 1944 - February 4, 2021
William Lennart Lofgren, 76, died Thursday, February 4, 2021 of natural causes at Merrimack County Nursing Home in Boscawen, NH. He was born in Massachusetts on February 14, 1944, the son of Hjalmer and Alfhild Lofgren of Braintree, MA. He was the husband of Ann Marie (Caulfield) Lofgren. They were married on September 19, 1964 at Sacred Heart Church in Weymouth, MA.
Bill was employed in the...
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Michael T. Cleary
October 28, 1946 - February 3, 2021
Michael T. (Mike) Cleary, 74 of Center Conway, NH passed away on February 3, 2021 after a long illness. He was the son of the late Thomas and Evelyn (Criticos).
He resided in Methuen, MA prior to moving to Center Conway in 1988. He attended Tenney Memorial High School and Northern Essex Community College, with an AS in Electronics. He joined the United States Navy in 1966 proudly serving his...
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Paul Herman Schmidt
December 11, 1934 - February 3, 2021
Belmont, NH – Paul Herman Schmidt, 86, resident of Belmont, NH passed away on Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at Concord Hospital following a brief illness. He was born December 11, 1934 in New York City, NY a son of Herman and Amelia (Mucha) Schmidt. Paul grew up in Fanwood, NJ along with his older brother Felix and his twin brother Peter who predeceased him.
Paul received a Bachelor's Degree in...
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Susan L. Seeley
September 26, 1939 - February 3, 2021
Susan Laskey Seeley, 81, died peacefully Wednesday, February 3, 2021 In Merrimack, New Hampshire with family by her side.
Susan was born in Melrose, Massachusetts, 1939, the daughter of Arthur Laskey and Isabelle Laskey. She was the wife of Horst Seeley, having been married for a wonderful 56 years.
Susan grew up with her brother and sister, in Melrose and frequently visited her grandfather's...
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Joan Frances (Wagner) Gorman
November 21, 1929 - February 2, 2021
Joan Frances (Wagner) Gorman, 91, of Derry NH, passed away at her home on February 2, 2021.
She was born November 21, 1929 in Cleveland, Ohio and was the daughter of Albert W. and Nora M. (Blake) Wagner. She grew up in Cleveland and graduated from Sacred Heart Academy in East Cleveland in 1947. She moved to Boston MA in the 1950s where she was a bookkeeper and met her husband Vincent Paul...
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Ann Grinnell
January 25, 1951 - February 2, 2021
Ann H. Grinnell, an extraordinary person, died on February 2, 2021, of a glioblastoma. It took her life and created a void of love and energy in the world. We mourn her loss and know that Ann would want us to carry on her legacy of caring and service to community.
Ann, over 50 years, taught generations of Seacoast children how to be safe in the water and love swimming as she did. Her passion...
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Katherine Kingsley Morse
June 20, 1931 - February 1, 2021
Katherine Kingsley Morse, 89 of Windsor, Vermont died on February 1, 2021. Kathy was born on June 20, 1931 in Hartland, VT to Cordelia Bayliss and Frank Kingsley. She was one of 12 children. She was married to Raymond Morse (Max), in 1952. They became lifelong residents of Windsor. Kathy worked at the Covered Bridge Credit Union for more than 40 years. After retiring, she loved volunteering at...
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Thelma Elliott
July 26, 1926 - January 31, 2021
Thelma "Doris" Williams Elliott, 94, died Sunday, January 31, 2021 at Elliot Hospital in Manchester.
She was born on July 26, 1926 in Everett, Massachusetts, the daughter of Renford Williams (of Canada) and Elsie Mitchell (of Massachusetts). She was married to Leonard Elliott on the 5th January in 1946, until his passing in 1982.
Thelma is predeceased by her five siblings: Don Williams,...
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Kristen Hastings
January 24, 1982 - January 29, 2021
Kristen Hastings, M.D., 39, passed away January 29, 2021 after a courageous battle with cancer.
Kristen was born on January 24, 1982 in Weymouth, MA to Jacqueline and Daniel Keniston. After the family relocated, she attended Memorial High School in Manchester, N.H. She graduated from UNH and completed her residency at the Western Michigan University School Of Medicine. Kristen moved back to...
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Derek A. Bates
December 30, 1981 - January 28, 2021
Derek Alan Bates, 39, died 1/28/21 in Manchester, NH due to a brief illness.
He was born 12/30/1981 to Lynne Marie Bates and was raised by his loving grandparents Richard Alan Bates & Sandra H Bates whom he came to call his parents.
Derek grew up surrounded by friends & family & was deeply loved by all who knew him. His gift was bringing laughter into any situation. He had a million dollar...
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Cindy Jury
May 16, 1954 - January 28, 2021
Cindy Lou Jury (Oliveira), 66, died Thursday, January 28, 2021 at home in Salem, NH, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on May 16, 1954 in Bellefonte, PA, the daughter of Jim and Lorna Jury. Soon after, she moved to Manchester, NH, where she grew up before moving to Cambridge, MA to pursue an education in teaching. While living and working in Cambridge, she met her husband, Gil...
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Henry David Devine
January 5, 1963 - January 27, 2021
Henry David Devine, 58, died January 27, 2021 at home surrounded by his family. He was born January 5, 1963 in Manchester, NH to Henry P. Devine and Leona R. Golding.
Hank enjoyed the outdoors and was often found fishing through every season on fresh and saltwater. When not on the water, he could be found tending to his flower beds and admiring his ever-expanding collection of garden gnomes....
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Timothy Eben Locke
June 29, 1963 - January 26, 2021
Timothy passed away unexpectedly at his home on the morning of January 26th, 2021. He was born in Concord NH on June 29, 1963 to Robert Eben and Patricia Jane Sherburne Locke.
Tim "Timmy" graduated from Concord High school in the 1981. During high school and after graduation, Tim held positions at Denauws and the Inland Lobster pool as a busboy and eventually head chef. In 1986, he became a...
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Margaret Wier
April 29, 1939 - January 26, 2021
Margaret Elizabeth (Marshall) Wier was born April 29, 1939 in Exeter, NH. She was the daughter of William Hugh Marshall and Mary Frances Connor. She died January 26, 2021 at her home in Stratham, NH.
She attended Robinson Female Seminary and graduated from Exeter High School. She received a B.A. from Connecticut College for Women and an M.A. from Ball State University. She taught in...
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Dorothy "Dot" Peaslee Smith
November 10, 1924 - January 23, 2021
Dorothy Peaslee ("Dot") Smith, a long-time resident of East Swanzey, passed away at Genesis-Keene Center on January 23 of complications from COVID-19. Dorothy was born on the family farm in South Pittsfield, NH, November 10, 1924, daughter of Francis A. and Elizabeth (Jenness) Peaslee. The Peaslee and Jenness families were Quakers and Dorothy was a member of the Society of Friends.
Dorothy's...
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Barbara Anne Miller
May 1, 1930 - January 22, 2021
Barbara ("Bobbie") Anne Miller died on January 22, 2021, in Concord at the age of 90. Born on May 1, 1930, at Women's Hospital in New York City to the late Rena (Heyman) and Herbert Strauss, Bobbie and her older sister, Joan, grew up in Kew Gardens and Rockville Centre. Bobbie attended Smith College before transferring to Barnard College from which she graduated in 1952. Bobbie obtained a...
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