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James Edward Harrington sadly passed away on April 20th 2024, at his home in Goffstown, New Hampshire shortly after returning from a bucket list trip touring Ireland. Jim was born in Manchester, New Hampshire. He was the son of Richard and Patricia (Fosher) Harrington. Jim worked in subcontracts and program management at BAE Systems, enjoying a nearly 39 year career there. He enjoyed spending time with his family. Jim was an avid believer and practitioner of the "Lake Life" mentality, holding a family cabin at Webster Lake dear to his heart. Jim was extremely active with the Southern New Hampshire Skating Club, and the biggest supporter and fan of his daughter's figure skating career. Jim...

Barbara Lena Halls Newhall, 80, died peacefully Sunday April 14, 2024 with her devoted children by her side. She was born in Kittery, ME on December 23, 1943 to Walter A. Halls and Thelma A. (Perry) Halls. Barbara was raised in Eliot, ME. She loved her parents and brother Kenny, sisters, Sonja, Thora and Bella. She graduated from Eliot High School Class of 1962. Barbara was a popular classmate who was noted all around for being a sweet kid. At E.H.S., she built lifelong friendships. At graduation, she was a Varsity basketball star who helped lead her team to an undefeated season. She then moved to the big city of Boston, MA where she lived at the Franklin Square House, a safe haven for...

Anna Bartlett Knapp of Goffstown, passed away at the age of 95. Anna was born on August 31,1928 in Newcastle, Maine to Sanford and Ida Bartlett. She was one of nine children. She was pre-deceased by her husband Bertram Knapp in 1977. She is survived by her 3 children, Gordon Knapp of Enfield New Hampshire, Ginger Wentworth of New Vineyard Maine, and Gayle Beckett of Cordova Arkansas- 8 grandchildren-16 great grandchildren -2 great great grandchildren- 2 more great great grandchildren expected in June and numerous nieces and nephews. She attended Farmington State Teachers College in Maine. In 1948 she married Bertram Knapp of Kingsfield Maine. In 1951they moved to New Hampshire and they...

Barbara Susan Perreault sadly passed away on March 8th, 2024 at her home surrounded by loved ones. Barbara was born on West side of Manchester, New Hampshire. She is the daughter of Roger and Hugette Farley. Barbara worked as an office worker at Citizens Bank and Eastern Bank. She enjoyed spending time with her family. Barbara was extremely creative. In retirement she spent her time painting, wood working and attended many fairs with her husband Dick. She was always looking for an opportunity to help others. She accepted everyone with an open heart, open arms, and a perpetual smile. Barbara is survived by her husband Richard Perreault, her brother-in law John Perreault and his wife Aline...

Mary Martin, aged 70, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2024 surrounded by her family at Elliot Hospital in Manchester, New Hampshire after a hard-fought battle with lung cancer. Mary was born on November 25, 1953 in Miami, Florida to Catherine and Francis McGovern. She was a 1971 graduate of Valhalla High School, a 1976 graduate of Westchester Community College, and a 1986 graduate of San Diego State University. She was a proud resident of Weare, New Hampshire since 1990. Mary married Michael Martin on October 24, 1987 in San Diego, California where they lived together for the first three years of their marriage. Prior to meeting Michael, Mary served as a Hospital Corpsman for the U.S....

Geoffrey John Brock age 58 of Lyndeborough, New Hampshire passed away unexpectedly February 16th, 2024. Geoffrey graduated from Mascenic High School in 1983. He attended University of Texas, Arlington, and received his Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics. Geoffrey followed in his father's footsteps and learned to fly when he was 15. He turned this passion into a lifelong career. He is survived by his devoted wife of 35 years, Patricia (n?e Thompson), children Timothy (fianc?e Samantha) Brock, Ashley (and husband Nick) Barnes, grandson James Barnes, sisters Christine (and husband Roger) Stearns and Jenifer (and husband Joseph) Zylwitis. Brother-in-Laws David Thompson, Sean (and wife Caydee)...

Geoffrey John Brock age 58 of Lyndeborough, New Hampshire passed away unexpectedly February 16th, 2024. Geoffrey graduated from Mascenic High School in 1983. He attended University of Texas, Arlington, and received his Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics. Geoffrey followed in his father's footsteps and learned to fly when he was 15. He turned this passion into a lifelong career. Shortly after college graduation, he was hired as a pilot with Suburban Airlines, and soon thereafter upgraded to captain. While at Suburban he served as the ALPA Central Safety Chairman. During 1995, Geoff was hired by Northwest Airlines that eventually merged into Delta Airlines. At Northwest, Geoffrey upgraded...

Charlotte Louise Pearson, 93, passed away from this life into the arms of our Lord Jesus Christ on February 15th, 2024 at Hearth Brook Assisted Living in Newark Ohio. She was born on March 23, 1930 in Manchester, NH, the daughter of Nelson Titus and Signe (Rice) Titus. Charlotte was predeceased by her husband of 36 years, Fred, who passed on June 19,1988. Her parents Nelson and Signe. Her brothers Harold and Robert. Her daughter Nancy Pearson. Charlotte deeply loved her family and was very proud of them all. She is survived by her sister Marilyn (Robert) Ellsay, Lowell MA, her children, Elaine (Michael) Montgomery, Girard OH, Carol (Joel) Bequeath, Manchester NH, Paula (Guy) Fickes, Warren...

Roland W. Bowie Sr. of Weare left this earth on February 1 st , 2024 after a long illness.He was born in Goffstown on January 17, 1951 to James B. and Doris (Fanthorpe) Bowie. As a young Vietnam vet receiving the Purple Heart Medal, Roland returned home to work at the Rumford Press, Concord Lumber, and was later the proud owner of Weare Paving and Construction since 1984. He was a hard-working man who loved his family, his dog Nika, his country and his friends especially Skip, Joe, Ed B., Wade, Rodney, John and Clark. He loved to help others- 24/7 he was always there when needed. Roland had a sparkle of fun in his beautiful blue eyes and was always looking to pull a great prank or make...

William Edward Merrill Jr sadly passed away on January 31, 2024, at the Hillsborough County Nursing Home. William was born and raised in Goffstown, New Hampshire, he is the son of the late William and Evelyn (Spencer) Merrill. William enjoyed spending time with his family fishing and camping. He learned to use the HAM radio as a hobby growing up and had a large collection. He also loved old movies, black and whites preferred. William is survived by his cousins Sandy (Lanoie) Zappelli of California, Marilyn (Carleton) Franklin of North Carolina and Kelli (Houle) Crocker of Massachusetts. Funeral services will be held at 1pm on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at the Hillside United...

Jeff passed away peacefully at Hillsborough County Nursing Home. He is survived by his daughter Sara Sargent, Grandson Shayne Sargent, his caregiver Eileen Brady, his siblings Preston Sargent and wife Carol, Linda Valley and husband Phil, Brenda Sweeney, Sheila Littlefield and husband Norman; as well as many nieces and nephews. He is pre-deceased by his mother, Velma Perkins, father, Arthur Sargent and his stepfather Richard Perkins. Also his brother Richard Perkins Jr, another brother Peter Sargent, and sister Mique Foote, as well as his stepson Gregory Hall. Jeff lived most of his life in Weare and owned his own Wise Potato Chip route for about 20 years. He was lovingly known in his...

Sharon A. (Hall) White of Goffstown died Monday January 22 nd at Bedford Hills Center nursing home. She was born in Manchester, New Hampshire on June 26, 1945, the daughter of Sherburne A. Hall and Barbara E. (Pollard) Hall. She was raised in Goffstown and attended the Goffstown schools. She graduated from Goffstown High School in 1963. She lived in Auburn for 34 years and later moved back to Goffstown in 2009. She attended Hesser College and graduated in 1986 with a degree in Data Processing and Administrative Assistant. She also studied at Southern New Hampshire University taking sociology and human resource courses. She worked at NH Fire Insurance right out of high school and later had...

Clifton (Pops) LaBree, aged 90, long-time resident of New Boston, NH died peacefully on January 19, 2024 at the home of his daughter Vivian and son-in-law Chet Sytnik; loving caretakers for the last year of his life, in Bradner, Ohio. He is pre-deceased by wives, Yolande Coache, Pauline Robie, and son, Kevin LaBree. Cliff is survived by daughters: Evelyn LaBree of Rochester NH, Vivian Sytnik, Sharon LaBree of Mount Vernon; sons: Michael LaBree and Gerald LaBree of Hillsborough, NH, and step-son Richard Robie of Naples, Florida. Pops enjoyed time spent with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Born in Monson, Maine June 25, 1933, to Raymond and Evelyn (Heaney) LaBree, the middle...

Betty J. Poltrack 102 of New Boston, New Hampshire died peacefully on January 9th 2024 surrounded by her family at her home in New Boston. She was born in Bellingham, Washington, the daughter of William and Edna Pratt and was a CT resident for many years before moving to New Boston in 1997. A retired school teacher who served for 25 years in the Trumbull CT Public Schools, she was an active volunteer for St Vincents's Medical Center, The Fairfield Public School system and the American Red Cross. Her volunteer work in New Boston included Friends of the Whipple Free Library, New Boston historical society, New Boston Central School and she volunteered at the Catholic Medical Center. She is...

Betty J. Poltrack 102 of New Boston, New Hampshire died peacefully on January 9th 2024 surrounded by her family at her home in New Boston. She was born in Bellingham, Washington, the daughter of William and Edna Pratt and was a CT resident for many years before moving to New Boston in 1997. A retired school teacher who served for 25 years in the Trumbull CT Public Schools, she was an active volunteer for St Vincents's Medical Center, The Fairfield Public School system and the American Red Cross. Her volunteer work in New Boston included Friends of the Whipple Free Library, New Boston historical society, New Boston Central School and she volunteered at the Catholic Medical Center. She is...

Sharon A Hebert passed away after a sudden illness on Saturday January sixth. Sharon was born in Kohala Hawaii on September Seventh, 1963. She lived in the Goffstown, New Boston area most of her Life graduating from Goffstown High School in 1981. Living the Last 26 years in New Boston with her Husband Bill Hebert. Sharon enjoyed Music in every way. She played the clarinet during her school years and continued playing in the Merrimack Community Consort Band. She also learned to play the bass guitar and enjoyed jamming with a group of players in Goffstown. She retired from the United States Postal Service at the end of September after working 25 years in Manchester. Sharon was a loving and...

Roger G. Dube sadly passed away on January 5th, 2024 at the Merrimack Hospice House. Roger was born in Manchester, NH and resided in Goffstown for 69 years. He is the son of George and Lilian (Beaudion) Dube. Roger worked in various shoe shops but the job he talked about the most was his time at Nike as a shoe shop foreman. He served in the National Guard and was activated and stationed at Ft. Bragg, NC during the Berlin crisis. He enjoyed spending time with his family, friends and the many acquaintances that he made during his routine stops at favorite stores and restaurants. He was always ready with a good story or joke and always left people smiling. Roger enjoyed traveling, collecting...

Eric (Rick) Woudenberg died suddenly of natural causes in his home in Goffstown, New Hampshire on January 4, 2024. He lived in Goffstown for most of his adult life with his wife, Keiko Nagano, who died in 2018, and his son, Toshi Woudenberg. He is survived by Toshi, his sweetheart, Nancee Bershof, his siblings, Ruthe and Timothy Woudenberg, and step siblings, Lisa and Valerie Shulock. Rick was a lifelong learner and was always in pursuit of greater understanding. He loved nothing more than conversations with friends, acquaintances, and even strangers. He was a careful yet enthusiastic listener, engaging with everyone he met with avid curiosity. Those close to him knew to expect to stay...

Norman E. Leeds, Jr. of Hooksett, NH passed away January 4, 2024, after a short battle with cancer. Born November 10, 1950 in Manchester NH, Norman was the son of the late Norman E. Leeds, Sr. and Gertrude A. (Jache) (Leeds) Clapp. Norman was the definition of a simple man in the greatest way. He lived to work every day; running heavy equipment for site work, ground construction or any number of projects was a passion of his. He was one of the best. When not working, he enjoyed spending spare time at the American Legion Merrill Follansbee Post 37 where he was a member of the Sons of the American Legion for 45 years. Norman was also a member of the Deerhead Sportsman Club, Pinardville...

Walter L Foote or "Lee Lee" age 57 of Weare passed away peacefully on January 4th 2024. Walter was born in Peterborough New Hampshire the son of Walter and Carol (Camire) Foote. He was born into a large loving extended family and will be deeply missed by all that knew him. In life he was known for his guns, loud trucks, brutal honesty, crude sarcasm, and always wanting to be a cowboy. He leaves behind his beloved children son Shawn, daughter in law Ashley, and daughter Brittney. Walter also leaves behind his significant other Tracey Price, grandchildren Kingston, Teirnney, and Adelaide, and brothers Tony, Roger and Keith, as well as ,many other close family members and friends. He is now...

George D. Perkins sadly passed away on December 24th , 2023, at his home in Goffstown NH surrounded by family. George was born in Goffstown, New Hampshire, He is the son of Arnold Bell Perkins and Sarah(Schricker) Perkins. George worked as a Postal carrier for the Goffstown Post office for 37 years. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, traveling and going scuba diving. He was one of the first scuba divers in the State of New Hampshire. He was a great outdoorsman. George and his wife and friends went hiking often and climbed many of the 4000 footers in New Hampshire and Maine. In the winter, besides hiking they went cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. Dick also loved his...