WMUR News 9 Obituaries - Lambert Funeral Home & Crematory in Manchester, NH

Lady Diane F. Thibodeau

August 2, 1946 - May 21, 2019

Lady Diane F. Thibodeau, 72, of Amherst, died May 21, 2019 at Brigham & Women's Hospital, after a period of declining health, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Jay, ME on August 2, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Leo and Margurite (Castonguay) Tessier. She was a graduate of Jay High School, and graduated most athletic, and earned her Bachelor's Degree in education from Salem State...
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Frank Paul Piekarski

September 8, 1918 - May 21, 2019

Frank Paul Piekarski, 100, longtime resident of Goffstown, NH died May 21, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. Born in McIntyre, PA on September 8, 1918, he was the son of Frank and Frances (Armolvich) Piekarski. He served in the US Army Air Transport Command. Prior to retirement, Frank had worked in a local sheet metal factory and also a shoe shop. He also owned and operated 3 local...
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Mary Frances Dunbar

February 20, 1927 - May 20, 2019

Mary Francis Dunbar, 92, of Londonderry, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2019, under the loving care of Villa Crest Nursing Home. She was born in Manchester on February 20, 1927 to her parents, John and Helen (Turgetto) Connelly. She was predeceased by her husband, Gordon Gilbert Dunbar. She has three children, James Dunbar, and his wife, Becky, John Dunbar and Mary-Ellen Dunbar Swietlik...
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Daniel C. Pinard

February 27, 1970 - May 20, 2019

Daniel C. Pinard, 49, of Manchester died May 20, 2019 at CMC, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Born in Manchester on February 27, 1970, he was the son of Armand A. and Madeline F. (Paul) Pinard. He was a graduate of Manchester High School West, earned his bachelor's degree in physics from UNH and continued his education at Boston University. He spent his career working as a...
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Marjorie Richardson Sherwin Haggard

May 30, 1929 - May 19, 2019

After a period of declining health, Marjorie Sherwin Haggard (Richardson), age 90, of Manchester, N.H., died at home on in the loving company of her family. She was born in Town Hill, a small village within the municipality of Bar Harbor, on Mount Desert Island, Maine May 30, 1929. Marjorie was the second daughter of Lynwood L. Richardson, the island's blacksmith, and Evelyn Richardson ...
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Denise R. Duquette

June 2, 1941 - May 19, 2019

Denise R. Duquette, 77, of Manchester, died May 19, 2019 at Hillsborough County Nursing Home after a period of declining health. She was born in Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada on June 2, 1941 to Theodore and Simone (Lessard) Duquette. She lived in Manchester for most of her life. Denise worked at Catholic Medical Center for 19 years and retired in 2006 as cafeteria supervisor. She...
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John J. "Jack" Leary

February 15, 1946 - May 19, 2019

John J. "Jack" Leary, 73, of Bedford, died May 19th, 2019 at the Elliot Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Born in Brooklyn, NY on February 15, 1946, he was the son of John J. Leary and Dolores (Wood) Solomine. He was educated in Brooklyn schools and earned his MBA at Southern NH University. He served in the US Air Force. He traveled the world in his capacity of International Sales...
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Olive R. Langlois

November 24, 1923 - May 19, 2019

Olive Robinson Langlois, 95, of Manchester, died May 19, 2019 after a period of declining health at her home surrounded by her loving family, She was born in Manchester on November 24, 1923 to Harry F. and Florence E. (Stevens) Robinson. She was a lifelong resident of Manchester. Olive graduated from Straw School and Central High School, class of 1942B, and attended the University of New...
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Paul A. Allard

April 26, 1934 - May 18, 2019

Paul A. Allard, 85, of Manchester, died May 18, 2019 at St. Teresa Manor after a period of declining health. He was born in Manchester on April 26, 1934 to Armand and Laura (Chevenelle) Allard. He lived in Manchester for most of his life and in Auburn for several years. He served in the U.S. Army from 1955 to 1957. Paul worked at Grand Union Champagne's grocery store and at...
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James O. Proulx

November 29, 1959 - May 18, 2019

James O. Proulx, 59, of Manchester, died May 18, 2019 at CRVNA Hospice House in Concord after a long illness. He was born in Manchester on November 29, 1959 to Marcel and Rena (Vincent) Proulx. He was a lifelong resident of Manchester. James worked in janitorial services for many years for the City of Manchester and at Catholic Medical Center in Manchester. He was a member of...
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Katherine G. (O'Brien) Lamontagne

July 25, 1950 - May 14, 2019

Katherine G. (O'Brien) Lamontagne, 68, of Merrimack, NH departed on her last road trip and adventure of a lifetime on May 14, 2019, after a very courageous 14-year battle with kidney cancer. She was the wife of Robert H. Lamontagne. She was born on July 25, 1950 in Hartford, CT, the daughter of the late David I. O'Brien Sr. and Marguerite (Kopernik) O'Brien. She was educated in the Suffield,...
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Violette J. Dubois

July 9, 1922 - May 12, 2019

Violette J. Dubois, 96, of Bedford, died May 12, 2019, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Manchester on July 9, 1922, she was the daughter Joseph and Angeline (Champagne) Labrie. She was educated in Manchester and worked as a manager for Adams Mills for over 15 years before retiring in 1992. Violette loved to travel. She was very creative and enjoyed sewing, knitting...
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Adrien A. Albert

May 16, 1925 - May 10, 2019

Adrien A. Albert, 93, of Litchfield, NH, originally from Madawaska, ME, died May 10, 2019 at the Community Hospice House surrounded by his loving family. Born in Maine on May 16, 1925, he was the son of Aurele and Annie (Bouchard) Albert. He married Margaret R. (Kronovitter) Albert in 1946 and moved to Bridgeport, CT. They later moved to Concord and Schenectady, NY before settling in...
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William J. (Bill) Thornton

June 23, 1951 - May 10, 2019

William J. (Bill) Thornton, 67 of Manchester, died May 10, 2019 at Elliot Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Manchester on June 23, 1951, he was the son of the late William K. and Mary Elizabeth (McGurl) Thornton. He was educated in Manchester, a graduate of Bishop Bradley High School, attended Daniel Webster College, and earned his Master's Degree in Social Work. William...
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Doris E. Pinard

February 18, 1924 - May 9, 2019

Doris E. Pinard, 95, of Manchester, died May 9, 2019 of natural causes surrounded by her loving family. Born in Manchester on February 18, 1924, she was the daughter of the late Willie and Angeline (Vanasse) Gauthier. She was educated in the local school system. Prior to retirement, she had worked as a presser for both Tam O'Shanter and Pandora Mills for many years. Doris loved to ballroom...
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Mary M. Kelly

March 27, 1927 - May 6, 2019

Mary M. (Maffei) Kelly, 92, of Manchester, NH, formerly of Waltham, MA, passed away on May 6, 2019 with her loving family by her side. Born in Winchester, MA on March 27, 1927, she was the daughter of Frank and Mary C. (Tofuri) Maffei. Sister of Antoinette Aufieri, Nunzio Maffei, Augustine Maffei and Virginia Frazer. Mary was a devout Catholic which was evident in the way she lived her life....
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Michael Conroy, Sr.

October 18, 1947 - May 4, 2019

Michael Conroy, Sr., of Manchester, NH died unexpectedly on May 4, 2019. Born in Pawtucket, RI on October 18, 1947, he was the son of the late James and Marie (Matte) Conroy. He was educated in Central Falls, RI, graduated from Dracut High School, Dracut, MA and earned his bachelor degree in business from Lowell Tech (UMass). Michael served in the US Air Force and was honorably discharged in...
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Nicole L. (Feddersen) Davis

October 25, 1993 - May 4, 2019

Nicole Lynn (Feddersen) Davis, 25, of Manchester, passed from an accidental drowning on May 4th, 2019. Born in Manchester on October 25th, 1993, she was the daughter of Todd M. Feddersen and Deborah A. (Sinclair) Feddersen. She was educated in the local school system and graduated from Goffstown Area High School. Most recently she was employed as a Veterinarian Assistant in Manchester, NH. ...
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Sr. Estelle Leveillee, PM

May 4, 1938 - May 4, 2019

Sr. Estelle Leveillee, PM (Sr. Marie-Marcelline), 81, of the Sisters of the Presentation of Mary, Manchester, died May 4, 2019 at her residence. She was born in Providence, RI on May 4, 1938 to Ovila and Lodia (Penoy) Leveillee. She made her religious profession in 1958 and served the Congregation of the Sisters of the Presentation of Mary for 61 years. Sr. Estelle earned a bachelor...
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John W. Poor, Jr.

January 28, 1933 - May 3, 2019

John W. Poor, Jr., 86, formerly of Merrimack, died May 3, 2019 at Villa Crest Nursing and Retirement Community in Manchester after a period of declining health. He was born in New London, CT on January 28, 1933 to John and Agnes (Harrison) Poor. He grew up in North Conway then lived briefly in Manchester before moving to Merrimack in 1964. He earned a bachelor's and master's degrees from...
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John U. Sousa

May 11, 1922 - April 28, 2019

John U. Sousa, 96, of Manchester died April 28, 2019 at CMC in Manchester. Born on May 11, 1922, he was the son of the late John and Maria (Moniz) Sousa. He was educated in Manchester, attended West High School and was a veteran of the US Air Force. John served in Italy during WWII and was honorably discharged at the rank of Sergeant in 1945. He worked for West Side Lumber and Cast Craft Door...
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Edward Greene

May 30, 1931 - April 27, 2019

Edward Greene, 87, of Manchester died April 27, 2019 at the Veteran's Home in Tilton surrounded by his loving family. Born in Brooklyn, NY on May 30, 1931, he was the son of Leo F. and Margaret (Antle) Greene. He enlisted in the US Marine Corps and served in Korea during the war. He earned the National Defense Service Medal as well as the Korean Service Medal. Prior to retirement, he had...
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Gary M. DuBois

August 4, 1951 - April 25, 2019

Gary M. DuBois, 67, of Weare, died April 25, 2019, at Concord Hospital, after a period of declining health. Born in Manchester on August 4, 1951, he was the son of the late Maurice and Jeanne (Turgeon) DuBois. He was a graduate of Goffstown High School and served in the U.S. Air Force for four years before being honorably discharged at the rank of Sergant in 1974. He was a self employed Master...
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George R. "Jack" Deziel

March 2, 1929 - April 24, 2019

George "Jack" R. Deziel, 90, of Manchester died April 24, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. Born in Manchester on March 2, 1929, he was the son of Amorace and Cedulie Gamache Deziel. George attended Manchester Central High School and enjoyed playing sports, including running track and cross country. He graduated in 1948. George joined the US Naval Reserves and in 1951, the US Army. He...
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Jessica E. Petroski

September 20, 1985 - April 23, 2019

Jessica E. Petroski, 33, of Hooksett, died April 23, 2019, at Elliot Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Manchester on September 20, 1985, she is the daughter of Mark A. and Tammy A. (Albin) Petroski. Jessica was a graduate of Manchester Central High School and went on to earn her nursing assistant license for which she later worked in various medical facilities. She was a...
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Rosemary A. Dalton

December 31, 1939 - April 23, 2019

Rosemary A. Dalton, 79, of Manchester, died April 23, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. Born in Wisconsin on December 31, 1939, she was the daughter of Frank and Freda (Otto) Podell. Prior to retirement, she had been employed by the Manchester Police Department as a Parking Control Officer. Previously, she had worked in the banking industry. Rosemary loved cooking, gardening and...
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Ronald H. "Ron" Nelson

November 9, 1950 - April 18, 2019

Ronald H. "Ron" Nelson, 68, of Delanco, NJ passed away Thursday, April 18, 2019 at The Samaratan Hospice Center in Voorhees, New Jersey. He was born November 9th, 1950 in Manchester, NH to the late John and Claire (Groleau) Nelson and he has been a resident of Delanco, NJ for 5 months after moving from Auburn, NH where he resided for 42 years. He was an employee of Verizon up until retirement at...
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Marie Evelyn Varle

July 12, 1929 - April 17, 2019

Marie Evelyn Varle, 89, of Manchester died April 17, 2019 at the Community Hospice House in Merrimack after a period of declining health. Born in Laconia on July 12, 1929, she was the daughter of J. Alfred and Aurore M. (Landry) Paquette. She was a graduate of Laconia High School class of 1947. Prior to retirement, she had been employed in the business office at the Manchester Country Club in...
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Yvette T. Beernaert

October 19, 1924 - April 16, 2019

Yvette T. (Doyon) Beernaert, 94, formerly of Manchester, died April 16, 2019 at Bedford Falls after a period of declining health. She was born in Manchester on October 19, 1924 to Rosaire and Claire (Bourassa) Doyon. She graduated from St. George High School for Girls and lived in Manchester for most of her life. In her younger years, Yvette was an office worker at several Manchester...
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Robert M. Schrepfer

January 10, 1964 - April 16, 2019

Robert M. Schrepfer, 55, of Manchester died April 16, 2019 at Elliot Hospital, after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Manchester on January 10, 1964, he was the son of the late John J. and Beatrice B. (Gagne) Schrepfer. He was educated in Manchester and Mississippi, where he graduated high school, and received his plumbing education at NH Vocational...
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Denis G. Tremblay

July 11, 1953 - April 15, 2019

Denis G. Tremblay of Milford, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Monday, April 15, 2019 at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon. He was born in West Stewartstown on July 11, 1953 to Joseph and Alma (Belanger) Tremblay. Denis grew up in Colebrook and was a 1972 graduate of Colebrook Academy. In 1994, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in business management...
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Paul F. Lessard

July 12, 1961 - April 14, 2019

Paul F. Lessard, 57, of Manchester, died April 14, 2019. Born in Newburyport, MA on July 12, 1961, he was raised by Philip and Dot Follansbee. He went to school in Methuen and attended Northern Essex Community College. Paul was an incredibly dedicated worker. He had an eclectic work history, having been a DJ, a circuit board maker, an auto mechanic and being most recently employed by Velcro...
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Patricia A. Lefebvre

August 5, 1950 - April 14, 2019

Patricia A. Lefebvre, 68, of Pinardville, passed away April 14, 2019 peacefully in her home, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Manchester on August 5, 1950, she was the daughter of the late Laurier A. and Doris R. (Leclerc) Cote. She was a graduate of Manchester High School West and then went on to earn her cosmetology degree. She was employed as an assembler for Osram Sylvania for 20...
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Sr. Lorraine Arsenault, PM

November 13, 1931 - April 13, 2019

Sr. Lorraine Arsenault, PM (Sr. M. Ste. Louise-de-France), 87, of the Sisters of the Presentation of Mary, died April 13, 2019. She was born in Berlin on November 13, 1931 to John and Marie-Louise (Cote) Arsenault. She served in the Congregation of the Sisters of the Presentation of Mary for 65 years. Sr. Arsenault earned a bachelor's degree from Rivier College and master's degrees...
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Belinda J. Bureau

February 3, 1971 - April 11, 2019

Belinda J. Bureau, 48, of Manchester, died unexpectedly on April 11, 2019 at her residence. Born on the Island of Guam on February 3, 1971, she was the daughter of Steven J. and Elizabeth J. (Perry) Morgan. Being a part of a military family, she was educated in many different states. Belinda enjoyed music and her family is what was most important to her. Above all, she will be remembered...
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John E. MacIntosh

February 9, 1977 - April 11, 2019

John Ellis MacIntosh, 42, of Weare, NH, passed away recently. He was born on February 9, 1977 in Manchester, NH at the Elliot Hospital, the son of Kimberly (Gillie) Egan and the late Robert MacIntosh. John was an Eagle Scout who enjoyed fishing, hiking, and camping. He graduated from Goffstown High School in 1995. After graduation, he studied at University of Maine at Farmington. He resided in...
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Francoise G. Levesque

October 4, 1942 - April 9, 2019

Francoise G. Levesque, 76, of Manchester died April 9, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. Born in Manchester on October 4, 1942, she was the daughter of Bertrand and Bertha (Gagnon) Beaulieu. She was educated in the local parochial school system and graduated from St. Joseph High School for Girls. Prior to retirement, she had been employed as a Worker's Compensation Supervisor with Kemper...
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Timothy P. Fitzgerald

February 11, 1954 - April 9, 2019

Timothy P. Fitzgerald, 65, of Manchester, died April 9, 2019, at his residence. Born in St. Stephen, New Brunswick, Canada, on February 11, 1954, he was the son of the late, Herbert P. and Elaine T. (Eagan) Fitzgerald. He was educated in Manchester and attended Central High School. Tim was an avid collector of watches and hats celebrating his favorite teams. He was a passionate follower...
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Lucille I. Lessard

September 18, 1922 - April 7, 2019

Lucille I. Lessard, 96, of Manchester died April 7, 2019 at Community Hospice House, Merrimack, surrounded by her loving family. Born in St. Catherine, Canada on September 18, 1922, she was the daughter of Rodolpha and Cordelia (Gaudreault) Bernard. Lucille was educated in Canada and moved to Manchester, NH in 1950. She worked for Evangline, and Dorson Fleisher Shoe for nearly 40 years...
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Lorraine M. Eglody

November 2, 1946 - April 7, 2019

Lorraine M. (Henderson) Eglody, 72, of Manchester, NH and Hernando, FL passed away in the home of her daughter in Auburn, NH surrounded by her loved ones, after a prolonged and courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Beverly, MA on November 2, 1946 to Earl and Grace (Clark) Henderson of Hamilton, MA where she grew up with her four siblings. She then met and married her husband of 46...
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Lillian M. Chandler

July 2, 1931 - April 7, 2019

Lillian M. (Healy) (Bolton) Chandler, 87, of Manchester, died April 7, 2019 at Hanover Hill Health Care Center after a long period of declining health. She was born in Pawtucket, RI on July 2, 1931 to John and Lillian (Couture) Healy. After graduating from Pawtucket West High School, Lillian earned an associate's degree in accounting from Bryant College in Providence, RI. Although growing...
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Mark L. Delorme

January 11, 1962 - April 5, 2019

Mark L. Delorme, 57, of Manchester, died unexpectedly on April 5, 2019 at his home. He was born in Lowell, MA on January 11, 1962 to Roland and Claire (Lemieux) Delorme. He graduated from Alvirne High School in Hudson and lived most of his life in Hudson and Manchester. Mark was an avid sports fan, especially of baseball, hockey and football. The family includes three children...
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Joseph A. Francis

March 18, 1946 - April 5, 2019

Joseph A. Francis, 73, of Manchester died April 5, 2019. He was born March 18, 1946, on Lennox Island Reserve, Prince Edward Island, Canada. He is a proud Mi'kmaq Indian who took pride in his traditional way of living, and raised his family with the same values. He was predeceased by his parents, Arthur and Bertha Francis; sister, Jeanie Francis and brother, Mike Knockwood. ...
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Claudette E. Chabot

September 19, 1961 - April 3, 2019

Claudette E. Chabot, 57, of Manchester, quietly passed away surrounded by her family on April 3, 2019 at Community Hospice House in Merrimack after a brief illness. She was born in Manchester on September 19, 1961 to Robert and Cecile (Paul) Chabot. She was a lifelong resident of Manchester. Through the Moore Center in Manchester, she worked at several Manchester area businesses...
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Suzanne B. Myhaver

February 7, 1943 - April 2, 2019

Suzanne B. Myhaver, 76, of Manchester, died April 2, 2019, at her residence, after a lengthy illness, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Manchester on February 7, 1943, she was the daughter of Arthur G. and Patricia (Boisvert) Biron. She was a graduate of Villa Augustina High School and attended Notre Dame College. Suzanne worked as a legal secretary for Wadleigh Law Firm for over 40...
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James F. O'Gara

March 6, 1950 - March 31, 2019

James F. O'Gara, 69, of Manchester, died March 31, 2019 at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon after a brief period of declining health. He was born in Manchester on March 6, 1950 to Robert and Rita (Martel) O'Gara. He graduated from Memorial High School and was a lifelong resident of Manchester. During the Vietnam War he served in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Samuel B....
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Jacqueline Noury Messier Godbout

September 20, 1925 - March 28, 2019

Jacqueline Noury Messier Godbout, age 93, formerly of Manchester, NH died March 28, 2019 in Florida surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Manchester, NH on September 20, 1925, the daughter of Ubald and Marie (Lefebvre) Noury. She had moved to Sarasota, FL in 1975. Jacqueline retired as owner of Messenger Book Shop in Manchester, NH. She was a founder of Socialites Singles in 1972...
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Raymond Francis Desmarais

May 23, 1933 - March 28, 2019

Raymond Francis Desmarais, 85, formerly of Lynn, MA, died March 28, 2019 in Manchester, NH after a long illness. Born on May 23, 1935 in Hartford, CT, he was the son of Raymond and Marion (Cote) Desmarais. He was 1952 graduate of St. Jean the Baptist High School in Lynn. He served in the US Army prior to his honorable discharge in 1953. Ray was predeceased by his parents and brother Leonard....
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Philip J. Fontaine, Sr.

April 27, 1937 - March 28, 2019

Philip J. Fontaine, Sr. 81, of Bedford, died March 28, 2019, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Claremont, on April 27, 1937, he was the son of the late Elzear and Lena (Zerba) Fontaine. Philip was a graduate of Stevens High School, Claremont, and earned his bachelor's degree in accounting from Bentley University. He served in the U.S. Air Force and was honorably...
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Ronald J. Proulx

January 22, 1957 - March 25, 2019

Ronald J. Proulx, 62, of Bow, died unexpectedly at Concord Hospital, on March 25, 2019, surrounded by his loving wife, family, and friends. Born in St. Paul, MN on January 22, 1957, he was the son of the late Conrad and Myra Jean (Wallace) Proulx. Ron graduated from high school in Long Beach, CA and had been a resident of New Hampshire for 36 years. He was employed by the State of New...
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Robert G. Haggard

March 12, 1929 - March 24, 2019

Robert "Bob" Haggard, 90, passed away in Manchester, NH on March 24, 2019 after a brief period of declining health. He was born in Winfield, KS on March 12, 1929 to Glenn and Nelle Haggard. He graduated from Kansas State Teachers College in Emporia, KS, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Education, majoring in speech. He was married to Mary Ann Waters for 38 years before...
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Robert F. Mullen

February 29, 1944 - March 23, 2019

Robert F. Mullen, age 75, of Hooksett, died March 23, 2019 at the Concord Regional Hospice House. He was supported throughout his lengthy illness with love from family and friends. Born in Drexel Hill, PA on February 29, 1944, he was the son of Andrew Joseph Mullen and Blanche "Dolly" McCaffrey Mullen. He graduated from Monsignor Bonner Catholic High School, and attended Penn State University...
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Henry J. "Hank" Pariseau III

March 9, 1941 - March 22, 2019

Henry J. "Hank" Pariseau III, 78, of Manchester, died March 22, 2019 at Villa Crest Retirement Community. He was born in Manchester on March 9, 1941 to Henry and Ellen (Shea) Pariseau Jr.. He was a lifelong resident of Manchester. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. Henry worked as a truck driver with the Teamsters Union for many years. In retirement, he was a...
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Roger L. Landry

March 7, 1960 - March 21, 2019

It is with great sadness that the family of Roger L. Landry, 59, of Bedford announce his passing on March 21, 2019 at his home after a sudden illness. He was born in West Springfield, MA on March 7, 1960 to John and Therese (Huot) Landry. Roger was predeceased by his father, John, and he leaves behind the love of his life of 35 years, Laurie L. (LaBranche) Landry; his mother, Terri...
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John "Mr. Baseball" Weekes

May 20, 1940 - March 21, 2019

John Nicholas Weekes, AKA "Mr. Baseball", 78, of Manchester, died March 21, 2019 at his residence after a period of declining health. Born in Vence, France on May 20, 1940, he was the son of Charles A. and Olga (Priestly) Weekes. He grew up on the East Coast and graduated from Bar Harbor High School in 1958. He then moved to Los Angeles, CA, became a member of the Culver City Lions, was an...
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Thomas Scully, Jr.

January 8, 1929 - March 20, 2019

Thomas Scully, Jr., 90, of Amherst, NH died March 20, 2019 at Bel-Air Nursing Home in Goffstown, NH after a period of declining health. He was born in New Haven, CT on January 8, 1929 to Thomas and Elizabeth (Sanderson) Scully. He grew up in New Haven and lived in Derby, CT and West Haven, CT for many years before moving to New Hampshire in 2015. He had also wintered in Jensen Beach, FL...
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Mary A. Sysyn

March 8, 1930 - March 20, 2019

Mary A. Sysyn, 89, of Manchester died March 20, 2019 surrounded by her family after a period of declining health. Born in Manchester on March 8, 1930, she was the daughter of James and Bessie Bolos. She graduated from Manchester Central High School and attended the University of New Hampshire. Prior to retirement, Mary had been a self-employed Avon Salesperson for many years. Previously, she...
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Denis C. Dion

December 2, 1946 - March 18, 2019

Denis C. Dion, 72, of Manchester, died March 18, 2019 at Catholic Medical Center after a brief battle with cancer. He was born in St. Isidore de Clifton, Quebec, Canada on December 2, 1946 to Wellie and Yvonne (Hamel) Dion. He lived most of his life in Manchester and became a U.S. citizen in 2017. Denis was owner and operator of Dion Drywall, Inc. in Manchester for many years. He...
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Robert E. Parkhurst

July 23, 1949 - March 18, 2019

Robert E. Parkhurst, 69, of Manchester died March 18, 2019 after a brief illness surrounded by his loving family. Born in Stoneham, MA on July 23, 1949, he was the son of Charles and Barbara (Brooks) Parkhurst. He graduated from Winnacunnet High School in Hampton. After graduation, he served in the US Navy. Prior to retirement, he had been employed by the City of Manchester for 23 years. ...
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Johnny "Bones" Robichaud

May 27, 1970 - March 14, 2019

John B. Robichaud, 48, of Candia died March 14, 2019 at Elliot Hospital, surrounded by his loving daughter and family. Born in Manchester on May 27, 1970, he was the son of Harold J. and Teresa (Curran) Robichaud. He was a graduate of Central High School and a lifelong resident of New Hampshire. John worked in service for Merchant Motors for over 20 years. He was a Service Writer for Tim's...
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Brian R. Messier

August 7, 1955 - March 12, 2019

Brian R. Messier, 63, of Manchester died March 12, 2019 at CMC Hospital, from an extended illness. He was born in Woonsocket, RI, August 7, 1955 to the late Elie and Maureen (Clain) Messier. Brian was a long time textile worker who had a love for animals, especially his dog Cinnamon. He enjoyed rooting for NE Sports and loved the Kentucky Derby and will be remembered for his enthusiastic and...
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Cynthia Ann Adams

September 3, 1941 - March 11, 2019

Cynthia Ann (Hunkins) Adams, 77, of Manchester died March 11, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. Cindy was married to Robert C. Adams for 52 years, her one and only love beginning when she was 14 years old. Robert predeceased her on November 30th, 2012. Cynthia was the daughter of Edward and Doris (Heath) Hunkins. Together they had two children whom she loved more than anything in this...
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Constance A. Gagnon

April 17, 1933 - March 11, 2019

Constance A. Gagnon, 85, of Bedford, died March 11, 2019 at Courville of Manchester. Born in Manchester on April 17, 1933, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Naomi (Young) Treacy. She was educated in Manchester and worked as a supervisor for N.E. Telephone Co. for 31 years before retiring. Constance was a volunteer for the Red Cross, Girl Scouts, Animal Rescue League, Telephone...
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Desperna "Honey" Stergiou

January 7, 1930 - March 9, 2019

Desperna (Theodosopoulos) Stergiou, 89, fondly known as "Honey", of Manchester died March 9, 2019 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Born in Manchester on January 7, 1930, she was the daughter of Vasilios and Anna (Kokolis) Theodosopoulos. She attended Manchester Central High School (Class of 1947) and earned an advanced degree from The Forsythe School of Dental Hygiene in...
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Desneige H. "Dee" Stone

December 28, 1933 - March 8, 2019

Desneige H. "Dee" (Bourgeois) Stone, 85, of Manchester, died peacefully surrounded by her family on March 8, 2019 at Hillsborough County Nursing Home after a brief illness. She was born in Hooksett on December 28, 1933 to Louis and Marie Rose (Provencher) Bourgeois. She was a lifelong resident of Manchester. Dee worked for Twin Press/Ben Franklin Printing and Robert Hall and Anderson...
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Marie J. Vachon

January 26, 1932 - March 8, 2019

Marie J. Vachon, 87, of Manchester, died March 8, 2019 at Hillsborough County Nursing Home after a period of declining health. She was born in Manchester on January 26, 1932 to Donat and Herminie (Samson) Vachon. She graduated from St. George High School for Girls and was a lifelong resident of Manchester. Marie worked in the admitting department at Catholic Medical Center for 45...
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Deborah W. Korek

November 28, 1952 - March 7, 2019

Deborah W. Korek, 66, of Alstead, died March 7, 2019, at Baystate Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Manchester on November 28, 1952, she was the daughter of the late Francis J. and Jacqueline L. (Vincent) Walsh. Deborah was a graduate of Central High School and earned her Associates Degree in Legal Secretary Science from Hesser College. Her lifelong career was that of...
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Madeline T. Swist

September 12, 1925 - March 6, 2019

Madeline T. (Glennon) Swist, 93, of Manchester, died March 6, 2019 at her home surrounded by her family after a period of declining health. She was born in Manchester on September 12, 1925 to Martin and Margaret (Lally) Glennon. She lived in Manchester for most of her life. Madeline worked as a registered nurse for several years at several New Hampshire hospitals including Sacred...
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Paul L. Anctil

October 16, 1963 - March 6, 2019

Paul L. Anctil, 55, of Manchester, died March 6, 2019 at his home after a long and courageous battle with tongue cancer. He was born in Manchester on October 16, 1963 to Roger and Rita (Joyal) Anctil and was a lifelong resident of the Queen City. He graduated from Central High School in 1981 and later earned bachelor's and master's degrees from New Hampshire College. After working at United...
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Marilyn I. Muir Hallett

December 21, 1931 - March 5, 2019

Marilyn I. (Muir) Hallett, 87, of Manchester, died March 5, 2019 at Elliot Hospital after a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Manchester on December 21, 1931, she was the daughter of the late John A. and Irene (Boynton) Muir. She was a graduate of Central High School and attended Endicott College. After college, she dedicated her life to...
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Richard D. Mihaly

May 29, 1960 - March 4, 2019

Richard D. Mihaly, 58, of Newport, NH died March 4, 2019 after a sudden illness. Born in Pittsburgh, PA on May 29, 1960, he was the son of Stephen R. and Donna (Jungling) Mihaly. He was educated at the University of Maryland and earned his bachelor's degree in Information Systems Management in 1988. Previously, he had been employed by the US Department of Justice for 18 years and currently...
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Laurent E. Cote, Sr.

May 28, 1931 - March 3, 2019

Laurent E. Cote, Sr. 87, of Manchester, NH died March 3, 2019 surrounded by his loving family after a short illness. Born in Manchester on May 28, 1931, he was the son of Elphege and Cecile (Simoneau) Cote. He was raised in the St. Anthony Parish area of Manchester. Laurent "Larry" served 16 years in the NH Army National Guard during the Korean Conflict era and for a time was stationed in...
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Maynard E. Contois

November 7, 1936 - February 27, 2019

Maynard E. Contois, 82, of Bedford, died February 27, 2019 at Community Hospice House in Merrimack after a lengthy illness. He was surrounded by his wife, family and friends. He was born in Lebanon on November 7, 1936 to Albert "Joe" and Sylvia "Suki" (Cameron) Contois. He was educated in the Lebanon school system and graduated from Lebanon High School in 1954. He then attended Plymouth...
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Juliette L. Lessard

July 5, 1927 - February 23, 2019

Juliette L. Lessard, 91, of Hooksett, died February 23, 2019 at the Sandy River Center, Farmington, ME, surrounded by her family. Born in Hooksett, July 5, 1927, she was the daughter Hector and Emma (Brouillard) Boisvert. She was educated in Manchester, a graduate of St. George High School, and was a Hooksett resident for most of her life. She worked as a receptionist for New England Brace Co...
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Richard F. Orzechowski

April 29, 1941 - February 23, 2019

Richard Francis Orzechowski (Ozz) passed away at home surrounded by his family on February 23, 2019. Richard was born on April 29, 1941 in Manchester, NH to Frank Orzechowski and Albina (Nadeau) Orzechowski. He grew up in Manchester graduating from Bishop Bradley High School class of 1958. He was a veteran, having served with the United States Air Force from 1959 until 1962. Upon return...
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Therese Dubois

June 3, 1927 - February 23, 2019

Therese Dubois, the wife of the late Robert Dubois, died Saturday, February 23, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Claremont, NH on June 3rd, 1927, to Lucien and Grace (Lamothe) Savoie. She graduated from the Villa Augustina and in 1948 married Robert. For 21 years they ran a successful business building homes in and around Manchester called Dubois the Builder, Inc. She...
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Cecilia R. Melanson

April 12, 1923 - February 22, 2019

Cecilia R. (Desmarais) Melanson, 95, of Manchester, died February 22, 2019 at her residence after a brief illness. She was born in Manchester on April 12, 1923 to Roch and Marie (Letendre) Desmarais. She was a lifelong resident of Manchester. Cecilia worked at Leeman & Shearson and J.F. McElwain Shoe Company for many years. She was predeceased by her husband, Richard R....
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Stella R. Lachance

October 15, 1917 - February 20, 2019

Stella R. (Laprise) Lachance, 101, formerly of Manchester and Largo, FL, died February 20, 2019 at Bel-Air Nursing Home in Goffstown after a brief illness. She was born in St. Maurice, Quebec, Canada on October 15, 1917 to Philippe and Juliette (Beaudoin) Laprise. She lived in Manchester for most of her life and in Largo for eight years. Stella worked at Manchester Knitted Fashions...
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Duane R. LeClerc

January 16, 1962 - February 19, 2019

Duane R. LeClerc, 57, of Bedford died February 19, 2019 at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon after a brief illness. He was born in Manchester on January 16, 1962 to Roland and Dorothy (Remillard) LeClerc. Duane grew up in Manchester and graduated from Central High School in 1980. He then lived in West Dover, VT for over 15 years before settling in Bedford where he and his wife...
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Linda M. Ackerman

January 3, 1948 - February 15, 2019

Linda M. Ackerman, 71, of Manchester, died February 15, 2019 at the Catholic Medical Center surrounded by her loving family. Born in Claremont, NH on January 3, 1948, she was the daughter of Norman and Pauline (Perry) Buckner. She was educated in the Claremont school system and was a 1966 graduate of Stevens High School. Prior to her retirement in 2012, she had been employed as a staff...
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Sr. Fernande, Laflamme p.m.

September 14, 1925 - February 14, 2019

Sr. Fernande Laflamme, p.m., (Sr. Sainte Marie Edith), 93, of the Sisters of the Presentation of Mary, died February 18, 2019 at her residence. She was born in Amesbury, MA on September 14, 1925 to Aime and Alice (Duperron) Laflamme. She made her religious profession in 1947 and earned her bachelor's degree from Rivier University. She earned her master's degree from Rhode Island College and...
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Joseph W. "Joe" Brunelle

March 11, 1929 - February 14, 2019

Joseph (Joe) Wilfred Brunelle, 89, of Bedford, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2019 at Ridgewood Nursing Home. He was born in Manchester on March 11, 1929 to Felix and Germaine (Martel) Brunelle in Manchester. Joe lived most of his life in Manchester. He attended St. Anthony of Padua School in Manchester, NH. Joe wed the late Rita Marlene Cote in 1952, together they had eight children...
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Normand R. Pinard

February 25, 1935 - February 14, 2019

Normand R. Pinard, 83, of Goffstown died February 14, 2019 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Born in Pembroke on February 25, 1935, he was the son of Robert and Aurore (Montminy) Pinard. He attended Bishop Bradley High School and earned his bachelor's degree from St. Anselm College in 1957. After 4 years as a Guardsman, SMSgt. Pinard became a full time clerk technician for...
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Rita F. Lussier

August 12, 1930 - February 14, 2019

Rita F. Lussier, 88, of Merrimack, died February 14, 2019, at Courville of Nashua, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Lowell, MA on August 12, 1930, she was the daughter of Odilon and Yvonne (Richard) Boucher. She was a graduate of St. Joseph High School, Lowell, MA, and was a resident of Manchester for many years. She then worked as a rate clerk in the trucking industry for many years...
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Mark E. Riley

May 17, 1962 - February 13, 2019

Mark E. Riley, 56, of Manchester, died unexpectedly on February 13, at his residence. He was born in Manchester on May 17, 1962, to Webster C. and Faye M. Riley, Sr. Mark was educated in Manchester, attended Memorial High School, and was a lifelong resident of the Queen City. Mark was a Master Plumber by trade, owning and operating his business, Riley Plumbing & Heating for over 30 years...
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Vernon C. Gray

October 17, 1929 - February 13, 2019

Vernon Chellis Gray, Sr., of Hillsborough, formerly of Kelley St, Manchester, died February 13, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. Born in Milford, ME on October 17, 1929, he was the son of Vernon H. and Cora Gray. Vernon proudly served in the US Air Force and earned several medals during his distinguished career. He loved woodworking and was talented creating arts and crafts. He was...
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Dorothy V. Morrill

December 26, 1921 - February 13, 2019

Dorothy V. (Palmgren) Morrill, 97, of Manchester, died February 13, 2019 at Carlyle Place in Bedford after a period of declining health. She was born in Malden, MA on December 26, 1921 to Edward and Gladys (Eckert) Palmgren. She attended Boston School of Fine Arts and lived in Yarmouth, ME for many years before moving to New Hampshire in 1977. She especially enjoyed her summers at Hampton...
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Omer F. Gagnon

January 15, 1923 - February 7, 2019

Omer F. Gagnon, 96, formerly of Hooksett, died February 7, 2019 at Crestwood Center in Milford after a period of declining health. He was born in Manchester on January 15, 1923 to Emanuel and Blanche (Cote) Gagnon. He lived in Hooksett for most of his life. During World War II he served in the U.S. Navy and fought in the battles at Omaha Beach, D-Day and Normandy. Mr. Gagnon...
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Barbara A. Tremblay

March 24, 1940 - February 6, 2019

Barbara A. (Pariseau) Tremblay, 78, of Manchester, passed away February 6, 2019, peacefully in her home after a brief illness. She was born on March 24, 1940, to Henry and Ellen (Shea) Pariseau. Her father served as Manchester's Mayor for a brief time before his death in 1970. Barbara graduated from St. Joseph's High School for Girls and was a lifelong resident of Manchester. ...
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Henry J. Capobianco

May 19, 1932 - February 4, 2019

Henry J. Capobianco, D,C., 86, of Manchester passed away February 4, 2019 at his residence. His final days and moments were spent in the tender embrace of his loving wife and the compassionate presence of his four children. He was born in Brooklyn, NY on May 19, 1932 and was the son of Vincent and Marie (Maglio) Capobianco. Henry, Hank to his friends, lived a life which was, to the end,...
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Robert Michael Pugh

October 2, 1944 - February 3, 2019

It is with deep sadness that the family of Robert Michael Pugh announces that he passed away on February 3, 2019, at the age of 74, peacefully after a brief illness. Michael was surrounded in his final days by those he loved and who loved him, and passed with his sister Susan at his bedside. Michael taught English at the University of New Hampshire Manchester for twenty-five years. He loved...
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Daniel W. Ferry

August 13, 1937 - February 3, 2019

Daniel W. Ferry, 81, of Hooksett, died February 3rd, 2019, at Concord Hospice House, surrounded by his loving family. Dan and his twin brother Brownell were born in Hackensack, NJ on August 13, 1937, he was the son of Arthur and Agnes (Armstrong) Ferry. Dan was educated in Bernardsville, NJ, graduating seventh in his high school class of 1956. He earned his BS in Chemical Engineering...
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Julie R. Goulet

July 11, 1947 - February 1, 2019

Julie Rose Goulet, 71, of Manchester died February 1, 2019 at her residence after a sudden illness. Born in Concord on July 11, 1947, she was the daughter of Isadore T. and Carolina (Jenovese) Savino. She attended St. John's and graduated from Bishop Brady High School. She earned her degree from Mount Saint Mary College. Prior to retirement, she had been employed as a social worker for the...
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Jerdis A. Johnson

December 22, 1923 - January 30, 2019

Jerdis A. Johnson, 95, of Bedford died January 30, 2019 at Concord Hospice House, after a period of declining health. Born in Bronx, NY on December 22, 1923, she was the daughter of Thomas and Marie Christine (Matheson) Swanson. She was educated in Bronx, NY, and earned her high school diploma in Groton, CT. She was a WWII US Navy Veteran and a member of W.A.V.E.S. Jerdis was an all around...
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Joel L. "Wink" Winchenbaugh

October 1, 1960 - January 28, 2019

Joel L. "Wink" Winchenbaugh 58, died Monday, January 28th 2019 at Elliot Hospital in Manchester, following an extended illness. Born in Rockland Maine, October 1, 1960 he was the son of Conrad Heyer and Mary Elizabeth Winchenbaugh, Sr. August 2, 1980, Joel married the love of his life, Linda C. St.Hilaire. The couple made their home in Manchester, where they raised a family of two boys and...
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Muriel R. Cyr

December 29, 1923 - January 28, 2019

Muriel R. (Samson) Cyr, 95, of Bedford, died January 28, 2019 at Ridgewood Center after a brief illness. She was born in Topsham, ME on December 29, 1923 to Alphonse and Laura (Desjardin) Samson. She lived in Bedford for most of her life and also in Florida and California. Muriel had worked at Manchester area mills in her younger years and was a former communicant of St. Elizabeth...
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Maria Saitas

August 15, 1945 - January 26, 2019

Maria Saitas, 73, of Manchester, N.H., passed away on January 26, 2019 and was surrounded by her loving family. Maria was the revered daughter of Ifigenia and George Kalantzis, beloved wife of Stanley Saitas, cherished mother of Serena and Cosmas, adored grandmother of Stella and Helena, and treasured sister of Connie, Arthur, Vlas and Chucky. Maria was a coproprietor of the Merrimack...
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Sr. Marguerite Y. Lapointe, PM

October 20, 1923 - January 25, 2019

Sr. Marguerite Y. Lapointe, PM (Sr. Helene-Therese), 95, of the Sisters of the Presentation of Mary, died January 25, 2019 at Catholic Medical Center in Manchester. She was born in Burlington, VT on October 20, 1923 to Arthur and Emilia (Sicard) Lapointe. She made her religious profession to the Sisters of the Presentation of Mary in 1944. Sr. Marguerite taught in elementary schools...
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Norma R. (Izzo) Peck

January 24, 2019

Norma R. (Izzo) Peck, 85, of Milford, NH, died January 24, 2019 at her residence after a period of declining health. She was born in Providence, RI and was the daughter of Joseph and Laura (Gambardella) Izzo. She lived most of her life in Rhode Island. Norma worked at Slalom Ski Wear for many years. She was predeceased by her husband, Wesley Peck; a son, David Sarandrea; and a nephew,...
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Monique C. Marihugh