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The Cunningham family is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Jane B. Cunningham 83, of Keene, New Hampshire after a brief but brave battle with cancer. Jane passed away peacefully at home with her family on February 28, 2026. Jane was born in Hanover, New Hampshire and spent her younger years in Bath, New Hampshire, where she loved being on her uncle's farm. Her family then moved to Hanover, New Hampshire, where she met her husband and love of her life, John J. Cunningham III. Jane was married to John for over 49 years before his death in May of 2014. Jane graduated from the University of Vermont with a degree in English and was an active member of the Delta Delta Delta Sorority....

Our community is at a great loss with the passing of Ernest E. Kirouac 84, of Swanzey, NH, a longtime member of the forest fire service and area fire departments, on February 26, 2026, at the Alpine Healthcare Center in Keene. Family and friends are invited to call on Friday, March 20, 2026 from 4:00 to 6:00pm at the Foley Funeral Home, 49 Court Street, Keene, NH. A complete obituary notice will be published soon.

Shawn Michael Wiggin, 54, born on September 1, 1971 to Michael K. Wiggin and Sandy S. Wiggin passed away peacefully on February 20, 2026. Shawn was a proud graduate of Keene High School, Class of 1992. During his time there, he served as the manager of the Freshman Boys Basketball team as well as the manager of the KHS Boys Football team for all four years of high school, roles he embraced with dedication and enthusiasm, and where he was welcomed and supported by the entire team. For many years, Shawn worked at TD Bank in Keene in the records department at the Key Road complex. He held great pride for what he called his "paperwork" job and, for several years, bicycled to work from his...

With great sadness, we announce the passing of Heather Lee Colson of Nelson, NH following a courageous battle with cancer. She was born to the late Edward Colson and late Dorothy (Foss) Colson on May 5th, 1960, in Groton, MA. She grew up in the small farming community of Hollis, NH and summered on Lake Winnipesauke. In these settings, she found her passion for art, animals, nature, music and sports early in life. After graduation from Hollis Area High School, she obtained a bachelor's degree in physical education at Keene State College. Immediately after completing her degree, she flew to Portland, OR to begin an adventurous 6-week bicycle ride across the US to Portland, ME making sure to...

Dale Laurence Montrone passed away on February 17, 2026, at DHMC Cheshire in Keene, New Hampshire, due to complications following a brief illness. Dale was born on May 8, 1958, in Keene, New Hampshire, at what was then The Elliot Hospital on lower Main Street ? just three days after his future wife, Rebecca. He was the son of Angelo Victor Montrone and Evelyn Elizabeth Gove Montrone, both of whom predeceased him. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Rebecca Roentsch Montrone; their daughter, Krista Rae Montrone, and her partner, Dylan Cuseo; his brother, William Montrone and wife Sandra Montrone; his nephew, Tyler Montrone and wife Katie; his grandnieces, Juliette and Scarlett; and his...

Ida May Morris, 92, a longtime resident of Walpole, NH; passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at the Maplewood Nursing Home on February 8, 2026. Ida was born in Keene on November 12, 1933, to Albert L. and Florence (Blodgett) Bushway. Raised and educated in Keene, attending Keene High School; residing in Keene until she married Harold P. Morris Jr. Together, Harold and Ida built their home in Walpole, where they would spend the next 54 years, raising their family. They would later move to Sullivan to be closer to their family. Family being paramount to Ida; she was a dedicated mother to her two children, and wife to her husband Harold. Ida was the host for many holidays,...

Carol Ann Marcotte, 77, of Keene, NH whose hearty laugh and infectious smile lit up any room, passed away on February 2, 2026. Carol was born on September 14, 1948, in Bellows Falls, VT. She was the beloved daughter of Herbert E. and Jeannie L. (Evans) Pratt. Carol married Maurice Marcotte, on September 18, 2004. Together they shared many happy years filled with family, friends, laughter, and adventures at Disney World. Carol was a proud and hardworking woman. She retired from Timken in July of 2016, and throughout her life also worked at American Optical and Historic Window and Door. Her time working in the glass shop even led her to build a custom stained-glass window for her...

Pamela "Pammy" DiLuzio Raymond, 81, a lifelong resident of Keene, NH, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones on February 2, 2026. Born on November 20, 1944, in Keene to Joseph and Evelyn (Mae) DiLuzio, Pammy graduated from Keene High School in 1962. She apprenticed under Ethel Shaw on Central Square in Keene to pursue her career in cosmetology. For 25 years, she was the co-owner of Hair Fashions by Pam and Kathi alongside her longtime friend, Kathleen Conwell. On January 1, 1964, Pammy married the love of her life and "best pal," Robert "Bucky" Raymond. They shared 62 inseparable years together. Bucky often fondly remarked, "You never really know what Pammy is going to...

Lester M. Cleveland Jr. 80, a lifelong area resident, passed away on January 21, 2026, at the Keene Center, Keene, NH, following a period of declining health. His parents, Helen (Niskanen) and Lester M. Cleveland Sr., welcomed their son into the world on May 29, 1945, in Keene, NH. Lester attended local schools and was a graduate of the first graduating class of the Monadnock Regional High School in Swanzey, NH, in 1963. Lester resided in Surry, NH for over 30 years, moving to Keene and later Westmoreland, NH. He worked for forty years as the coordinator and later floor supervisor with the Al Melanson Sheet Metal Company in Keene. Lester took great pride in caring for his home and...

Robert "Terry" Watkins, of Harrisville, New Hampshire, born on May 3, 1948, to Clayton and Helen Watkins of Keene, New Hampshire, passed away at home on the 29th of January 2026. Terry grew up in Keene and graduated from Keene High School in 1966, where he was a standout basketball and baseball player. During his junior year, he met the love of his life, Barbara, beginning a partnership that would span 56 devoted years of marriage. He went on to attend the University of New Hampshire, where he studied science and education, launching a lifelong career in teaching. Terry began teaching science after graduating, first in Salem, New Hampshire, before returning to his hometown to teach at...

Linda Gaye Stevens (Wood) of Sullivan, New Hampshire passed away peacefully on January 29, 2026 at the age of 69 in the comfort of her home, surrounded by family and love after a period of declining health. Born on August 31, 1956 in Keene NH, Linda was the daughter of the late George Bowen Wood and Barbara Gail Wood (Hayes). She grew up in Surry and Swanzey NH, and was a lifelong resident of the Keene area. She had a career in the field of healthcare, first working as an LNA, before graduating from Thompson Nursing School in Brattleboro VT. Linda worked as an LPN for 180 Court, 39 Summer St, Genesis Keene Center, and various other nursing homes in the Keene area until her...

Cynthia C. Georgina 89, a prominent radio voice and member of our community, will be greatly missed with her passing on January 22, 2026, at the Cheshire Medical Center Dartmouth Hitchcock, Keene, NH. Her parents, Howard C. and Francise E. (Appleton) Cutter proudly welcomed their daughter into the world on May 25, 1936, in Peterborough, NH. A lifelong resident of Keene, NH, Cynthia was raised by Howard and Fran (King) and was a 1953 graduate of Keene High School and attended Keene State College. Cynthia's life and career were guided by an unending desire to learn, to ask questions, and to stay as informed as possible. She began her career at the Keene Sentinel and the Monadnock Shopper,...

Cynthia R. Georgina 89, a prominate radio figure and member of our community, will be greatly missed with her passing on January 22, 2026, at the Cheshire Medical Center Dartmouth Hitchcock, Keene. A complete obituary notice and funeral arrangements will be published soon by the Foley Funeral Home of Keene.

Lester M. Cleveland, Jr. 80, a lifelong area resident, passed away on January 21, 2026, at the Keene Center, Keene, NH, following a period of declining health. A complete obituary notice and funeral arrangments will be published soon by the Foley Funeral Home of Keene.

Ruth Minch, age 90, of Swanzey, NH, born to Herbert Webster and Hazel Webster (Perham), passed away on the 21st of January. She leaves behind a legacy of faith, service, and love. Ruth dedicated much of her life to caring for others. She worked as a caregiver with Home Health Care, a role she truly loved. Even after her retirement, her service never stopped. She continued helping neighbors and friends, often joking that the people she cared for were usually younger than she was. Through her empathy, generosity, and steady presence, Ruth left a lasting footprint on everyone fortunate enough to know her. A faithful member of Beth-El Bible Church in Surry, New Hampshire, for over 50 years,...

The longtime community servant and friend to many in the fire service will be greatly missed with the passing of Robert "Bobby" S. Crowell 73, a lifelong resident of Keene, NH. His parents, Florence H. (Britton) and Paul E. Crowell Sr., welcomed Bobby into the world on September 26, 1952, in Keene, NH. Bobby's helping others started at a very early age. While in grammar school he was a member of the school safety patrol. He was a 1970 graduate of Keene High School. While in high school he was a member of the Key Club and a tutor for Spanish. He also worked delivering newspapers for the Keene Sentinel, and as a clerk at Beaver Street Market. Never able to sit idle, Bobby was involved in...

Robert S. "Bobby" Crowell 73, a lifelong resident of Keene, NH and dedicated firefighter to our community, passed away at his home in Keene on January 20, 2026. A complete obituary notice and funeral arrangements will be published soon by the Foley Funeral Home of Keene.

Conrad A. Perreault, 91, passed away peacefully at home on January 19, 2026 after a brief illness. He was born February 28, 1934, in Troy, NH, to Henry and Mary (Falardeau) Paro. A longtime resident of Hillsboro, NH, he was a 1952 graduate of Hillsboro High School. Conrad served in the Navy until 1956, as an Aviation Boatswain's Mate (AB) on the USS Midway and USS Oriskany, he reached the rank of 2nd Class Petty Officer and remained a proud Korean War-era veteran. Utilizing the GI Bill, Conrad earned a B.Ed. from Plymouth Teachers College in 1960, a Master's from UNH in 1965, and an Ed.D. in Science Education from the University of Northern Colorado in 1972. His 37-year career in...

Conrad A. Perreault 91, of Keene, NH, passed away at his home in Keene on January 19, 2026. A complete obituary notice and funeral arrangements will be published soon by the Foley Funeral Home of Keene.

Beth Ann Candello 69, a longtime resident of Keene and Swanzey, NH, passed away on January 17, 2026, at the Cheshire Medical Center Dartmouth Hitchcock, Keene, NH. Her parents, Norma (Houston) and Harry O. Paige Jr. welcomed their daughter into the world on October 16, 1956, in Keene, NH. Beth attended local schools including St. Joseph Regional School and Keene High School and was a 1974 graduate of Keene High. Having a huge heart and deep love and concern for others including animals, Beth was a volunteer with the March of Dimes and at the Monadnock Humane Society. Over the years Beth rescued and cared for several horses, mules and donkeys at her property in Swanzey. She worked for...

Shirley M. Pawelczyk 90, a lifelong resident of Keene, NH, passed away on January 15, 2026, at the Cheshire Medical Center Dartmouth Hitchcock, Keene. Her parents, Richard and Pearl (Caron) Horton welcomed their daughter into the world on July 6, 1935, in Lebanon, NH. She grew up in Keene attending local schools and was a 1953 graduate of Keene High School. Shirley's work career was that of great pride, raising her family of eight and taking care of her home. She was fondly known as the "Commander of P's Pod". She helped as a den mother when her sons were boy scouts. She also worked at the former Goodnow Department Store, Kings Department Store and Rich's Department Store, all in...