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Philip E. Jackson, 81, of Merrimack, NH passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 24th, 2023 at the Courville at Nashua. He was born in Muncie, IN on July 23, 1941, one of five children to the late Albert and Pearl Adeline Jackson. He was raised in Muncie IN, graduated from Muncie High School and received his Bachelor's degree from Fitchburg State. Philip was a proud veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. After an honorable discharge, he went to work as an engineer for Raytheon. Philip enjoyed reading, woodworking, and spending time with his family and friends. Along with his parents, he was pre-deceased by his four sisters, Mary Lou Jackson, Jacqueline Lawson, Wilma Jackson and Violet...

Patricia Shea, 86, of Merrimack passed away with her daughter by her side at home on Friday January 13th, 2023. She was born, raised, and educated in Greenfield, MA where she lived until moving to Merrimack just a couple of years ago. Patricia worked at Franklin County Nursing Home for many years and then at Dunkin Donuts in Greenfield where she was well known and still visited after her employment there. She was a parishioner at Holy Trinity Catholic Church where she served as a greeter for many years. She was a past member of the Women of the Moose Chapter 316 and served as Senior Regent, earned her College of Regents Degree a long with her Red Tassel and Red Stole. Patricia was an avid...

Gail A. Maker, 74, longtime resident of Merrimack, passed away after a lengthy illness at St Joseph hospital in Nashua. She was born in Littleton, NH daughter of the late Norman and Mary Ann (Parker) Harvey. Gail worked for Kollsman and at the toll booth for many years. In her free time she enjoyed traveling, sewing, knitting and reading. She loved the Red Sox and playing Scrabble, but most of all spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She would say that happiness is a choice, and she chose to be happy. Gail will be deeply missed by her husband of 56 years Douglas Maker, daughters Amy Levesque of Center Barnstead, NH, Alison Crawford and her husband Ricky of Pembroke,...

Mildred L. Brault, 91, of Manchester formerly of Merrimack passed away on Saturday January 7th at Catholic Medical Center. She was born in Shelburne, NH daughter of the late Raymond and Catherine Hayes. Mildred is predeceased by her husband Bernard who passed away in 2008. She was a fulltime Mom having her family as number one priority and in her free time she enjoyed Square Dancing with her late husband, crossword puzzles, traveling, reading, playing games, and the gameshow network. Mildred will be sadly missed by her daughters Claire Zelonis and her husband Donald of Manchester, NH, Michelle Rollo and her husband Bill of Fleming Island, FL, Diane Rees of Temple NH, Colette Provencher of...

Eleanor Ann (Dushuttle) Chamberlain, 87, of Merrimack NH peacefully passed away on Friday, January 6, 2023 in her sleep at the Community Hospice House in Merrimack NH after a period of declining health. She was born and raised in Lynn MA on July 17, 1935, the only child of Raymond Leroy and his wife Blanche Myrtle (Henry) Dushuttle, graduating from Lynn English High School. She was an active member of the United Methodist Church where she served as a Sunday School teacher for over 35 years as well as on various groups and committees. She was a preschool teacher at the Little Red Schoolhouse in Lynn. Her hobbies included knitting, latch-hook, plastic-canvas, and macrame, often selling her...

Richard C. Bibeault, Sr., 79, of Mason, NH passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 4th, 2023 at St. Joseph Hospital in Nashua after a period of declining health. He was surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Cambridge, MA on November 23rd, 1943 to the late Genevieve (Zubajlo) and Alfred E. Bibeault, Sr. He was a graduate of Rindge Tech High School and attended classes at Wentworth Institute for several years. Rich worked as a machinist for Data Products and Sanders Prototype in Milford for many years before his retirement in 2005. Along with his parents, Rich was pre-deceased by two children, Richard Bibeault, Jr. in 2019 and Barbara Bibeault in 2017. He will be forever...

Anita P. Dobbs, 83, of Merrimack, NH passed away on Tuesday, December 27th, 2022 at Bridges, a memory care facility in Nashua, NH. She was born in Lubec, ME on August 7th, 1939, daughter of the late Harrison and Delora (Small) Parker. She was a graduate of Lubec High School and received her Bachelor's degree from Rivier University. Anita worked as a legal secretary for many years until her retirement in 2000. Anita was an avid gardener and belonged to the Merrimack Garden Club for a number of years. She enjoyed being at the beach and spent many summers at the lake with family. She was a dedicated grandmother who always enjoyed taking care of her 5 grandchildren. Anita also had a love for...

June G. Marshall, 85, of Nashua, NH passed peacefully from this life on Thursday, December 22nd, 2022 at Southern New Hampshire Medical Center in Nashua following a brief period of declining health. She was born in Brooklyn, NY on March 26th, 1937 to the late Thomas and Elfrid (Mjolsnes) Gard. She was raised in Pine Bush, NY. June studied Music Education at Fredonia State University in New York then started her career with KLM Airlines in New York City, before marrying her husband Charles in 1963 and moving her young family to Amherst, NH. June then completed a bachelor's degree in Business Administration at the University of New Hampshire, and worked for Citizens Bank for many years as a...

Frederick H. Hebert passed away at Laurel Place Assisted Living in Hudson on Sunday, December 18th at the age of 94. He passed during his favorite time of year with his Christmas tree lighted. Fred was born on October 3, 1928 and was raised in Nashua by his parents Joseph A. Hebert and Gertrude M. (Schellenger) Hebert. He attended Nashua schools and graduated from Nashua High School Class of 1947. Fred joined the Naval Reserves upon graduating from high school and went on to serve in the Reserves for several years. He joined the Public Service Company of New Hampshire in 1952 and through his 35 years with the company served as the District Manager for Milford, Nashua, and Manchester. During...

Richard Malcolm Mackie, 68, of Nashua, NH and formerly of South Boston, MA passed away on Saturday, December 10th, 2022 at his home. He was born in Boston, MA on December 6th, 1954 to the late Jack and Dorothy (Stoddard) Mackie. Richard was the General Manager for Right Way in Norwood, MA for many years. In his free time, he enjoyed singing, watching Seinfeld and spending time with his family. Along with his parents, Richard was pre-deceased by a son, Richie Mackie; three grandchildren, Cody Skelton, Alec Bronchuk and Mikee Mackie, Jr. and six siblings, Ronald, John and Malcolm Mackie, Jeannie Mackie, Mary Ghella and Sissy Grealish. He will be forever loved and remembered by his...

Stephen J. Gill, 45, of Nashua, NH passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, December 4th, 2022. He was born in Concord, NH on February 25th, 1977 and raised there, only son of Nancy Gill of Nashua, NH. Stephen was a welder and worked at Precision Plastics in Nashua. In his younger days, he enjoyed sports. He was a junior ski instructor, an excellent wrestler, a great football player, and an awesome track star - making it to the Junior Olympics when only a freshman at Concord High School. Family and friends were very important to Stephen. He made friends easily because he loved everyone, and everyone loved him. He always enjoyed socializing with his many friends and family. Stephen was a...

Brian G. McKenna, 63, of Merrimack, NH passed away on Thursday, December 1st, 2022, at Southern NH Medical Center in Nashua after a brief period of declining health. He was born in Queens, NY on July 17th, 1959, to the late James F. and Janet (Mulcahy) McKenna. He graduated from Holy Family High School and received his Bachelors' degree from Eastern Nazarene College. Brian spent his career with UPS and Iron Mountain. Most recently he was semi-retired and working with "his" students at Merrimack Middle School, where he touched many lives as they touched his. Along with his parents, Brian was pre-deceased by his two sisters, Janet McKenna in 2019 and Mary Ellen McKenna in 2021. He will be...

Bradford "Brad" Anctil, 87, a lifelong resident of Merrimack, NH passed away Tuesday, November 29, 2022 after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Merrimack, NH on June 1, 1935 he is the son of the late Roland and Germaine (LaFontaine) Anctil. Brad served in the U.S. Air Force as an air traffic controller, stationed in Germany from 1953-1957. After an honorable discharge from the military, he enjoyed a 34-year career with Sanders Associates as a Quality Assurance Manager. Brad was a founding member of the Merrimack Youth Association, serving as a director and manager and coach of several teams for many years. He was a member of the Kiwanis Club, and an usher at Our Lady of Mercy...

Joyce M Foote 7/13/39 - 11/28/22 Daughter of the late John and Elizabeth (Dion) Gilson of Nashua NH, reunited with her heavenly family while at Premier nursing and rehab in Nashua, following a lengthy illness. Joyce is predeceased by her husband Herbert L. Foote; brothers Richard, Herbert and Steven Gilson, and sisters Shirley Raymond, Barbara Monroe, Marie Wiley and Brenda Peters. She is survived by a brother Keith Gilson. She leaves behind her 3 loving children, Debra Laverty, Rodney and Kevin Foote; grandchildren Melanie Richard, Jennifer Wentworth, Jennifer Foote and Christopher Foote; several great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins. Joyce made her home in Merrimack NH for...

JoAnn Mae Dopson, 93, of Merrimack, NH passed away into the arms of her loving Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Saturday November 26th, 2022 at Catholic Medical Center in Manchester, NH, after a brief illness. She was born in Oshkosh, Wisconsin on March 30, 1929 to the late Thomas and Berniece (Russell) Barber. JoAnn was a longtime member of the First Church of Merrimack and served on the Board of Deaconess and the World Missions Board. She was also a member of the Ladies Aid Society, and was a former church hand bell choir ringer. She was pre-deceased by her husband Harry Dopson in 2000, her sister Joyce Barber in 2005, and her daughter Sheryl Dopson in 2021. Surviving family members...

James "Jim" Allen Gillogly, 70, of Merrimack passed away Friday November 25th at Massachusetts General Hospital after a short illness. He was born in Ayer, MA and was raised and educated in Pepperell, MA and Merrimack, NH. Jim spent nearly 50 years as a heavy equipment operator in southern NH and Boston, MA for companies including, P. Calliacco Corp, Slate Corp, and R.S. Audley Inc as well as other construction companies. His family was most important to him, he loved spending time with them and friends. In his free time, Jim enjoyed landscaping, working in his yard, his classic cars, his Harley Davidson and snowmobiles. Jim will be deeply missed by his wife of 49 years Patricia (Ryan)...

Kenneth J. Dugal, 70, died peacefully on November 25, 2022, surrounded by family. Born in Fall River, Massachusetts on May 3, 1952, he was the son of the late Joseph and Jeanette (Matte) Dugal. Kenneth graduated from Joseph Case High School in Swansea, MA in 1970. He began playing piano professionally as a teenager, going on to earn a bachelor's and master's degree in Music Education from UMass Lowell. Kenneth was a dedicated public school music teacher for 42 years at Merrimack High School in NH. He loved teaching and influenced the lives of many during his career. In 2009, he was awarded New Hampshire Music Educator of the Year. An ardent promoter of labor unions, Ken held numerous...

Carolyn Grenda. Age 85 died peacefully, Thanksgiving morning, November 24, 2022 at home with her family. Born in Winchester, NH on April 6, 1937, she was the daughter of the late Chester Joseph Grenda and Vargit (Poreda) Grenda. She graduated from Winchester's Thayer High School in 1955 where she served as class secretary, played girls basketball, cheerleader for boys basketball, played alto saxophone in the band and became the Drum Majorette. Carolyn, knowing she always wanted to be a nurse, attended Worcester Memorial Hospital Nursing School in Worcester, MA and graduated as a Registered Nurse (RN) in 1958. She spent her 42-year nursing career in the Nashua NH hospitals, St. Joseph and...

Gene Jones, beloved and devoted husband and father passed away on November 19,2022 at the age of 49. His love of his family surpassed even his love of shoes and his everlasting need to make those around him laugh. He enjoyed spending time with his children, traveling, bringing happiness to those around him. He loved music and dancing, often pulling people in for unexpected dances. He was a child at heart and had a way of making everyone around him feel younger. He enjoyed long walks not on the beach or in nature of any kind and posting inappropriate memes that made his family cringe but everyone else talk for days. He was born to Amanda Jones of Georgia. He was married to Rachel...

George B. Grant, Jr., age 88, died November 15, 2022, peacefully at home with his family by his side. He was born in Manchester NH on June 10, 1934, son of George B. Grant and Ida E. Grant (Gott). He graduated from Central High School Class of 1954. He and his wife owned and operated G. Grant Trucking and Moving Co. George enjoyed building hotrods and race cars. He was a member of Roving Rodders Club and a driver at Manchester Motordrome and Hudson Speedway. He was one of the early founders of Southern NH Snow Slickers and a Trail Master. He held memberships in the Hooksett Chamber of Commerce, Hooksett Men's Club, Hooksett Congregational Church, Elks Club #146, Baboosic Lake Association,...

Timothy O. White passed away Monday, November 7th, 2022 at Bowman Place in Bedford, NH. He was born in Elizabeth, New Jersey, son of Orville and Elsa White. Tim was raised and educated in New Jersey until attending the University of New Hampshire, where he earned a bachelor's degree and met his future wife, Nancy. They fell in love with each other, and the state of New Hampshire, and started their life together after graduating. They bought their first home in Merrimack, where they lived for many years and raised their two daughters. Tim worked in the steel and aluminum industry as a salesman his entire career, starting at Edgcomb Steel in Nashua, and later worked for Yarde Metals prior to...