Lesa Susanne Tupman
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Lesa Susanne Tupman, 64, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Monday January 11, 2021. It is believed her heart was too tired from her overflowing love of family, friends, and Cumberland Farm's iced tea.
She left behind a heck of a lot of stuff to her sons who have no idea what to do with it. So if you're in the market for fabric from the 70's with accompanying dress patterns, copious amounts of books (mostly romance novels and encyclopedias), gently used portable gas fireplaces, seasoned cast iron pans or a Toyota Highlander with 130,000 miles on it, please let us know.
This is not a Craig's list ad, but an obituary for a one-of-a-kind Woman, Mother, and Grammy. Born in Gloucester, MA the daughter of the late Rose Anne and Gilbert Paris, Lesa leaves behind an eclectic and modern family that she was very proud of.
Lesa studied at NHTI and worked in the medical field at Dr. Walsh's office before starting her own massage therapy practice. After raising a family of 3 boys, a few reptiles, and several cats, Lesa became the office manager for Concord Sport Center for nearly a decade. It is there she became the heartbeat of the sports community willing to serve in any role. She kept everything organized, helped teams flourish, and tournaments come together. Lesa loved being on the field watching her children, (and then grandchildren), play baseball & softball. If you ever needed to know where a field was located, she would tell in reference to the closest Dunk's.
Lesa was extraordinary with her hands. She could sew, quilt, and tailor clothes. She also knew her way around the kitchen and loved cooking for her family. Special birthday dinners, Mac and cheese, pineapple upside down cake, fried dough and always had an emergency stash of hotdogs. She loved to walk, be at Good Harbor beach, read, and drink diet Pepsi.
As a connoisseur of luggage Lesa was affectionately known as the bag lady - ready with a backpack, grocery sack or plastic bag at a moment's notice. A self-appointed director of everyone, she was known for her quick wit, infectious smile and compassionate spirit.
Lesa was world-renowned for being in the know, and having a knack for telling it like it is - aka "suck it up". She was genuine to a fault, a teddy bear at heart or grizzly if you took her coveted Singer sewing scissors or came behind the counter at the sports center. Since learning to whisper in a sawmill, when Lesa spoke players, parents, and coaches stood at attention.
Lesa always put everyone before herself and would give you the shirt off her back (or leg) if you needed it. Lesa was practical and steadfast in her beliefs such as nightgowns still being in style, that 8 sugars were never enough, and scratchies were a good investment. Sundays were made for blueberry pancakes and you could find her at City Side or the Post with her grandchildren. Her kindness, ability to patiently listen, and sage advice will be missed by everyone.
Lesa was preceded by her parents and her husband Billie. She is survived by her son Mathew and his daughters Gwendolyn and Pippa. her son Stephen, his wife Kristina and their daughter Paris, and her son Garrett and his sons Cameron and Brayden.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date when larger gatherings are allowed. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the "Lesa Tupman Fund" 16 Prince Street, Concord, NH 03301. To honor Lesa's legacy and passion for sports the Lesa Tupman fund will help the local sporting community and future ball players on their athletic journey.