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Doris R. Sowards, 83, passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully on November 24, 2023 in her home at Presidential Oaks in Concord, NH. She was born January 21, 1940 in Exeter, NH, daughter of the late Burgess A. Chase and Daisy (Spalthoff) Chase. Doris grew up in Raymond, NH. She married the love of her life, Eugene E. Sowards in August of 1960. They moved to Hebron, Indiana and resided there from 1963-1984. In 1984, they returned to New Hampshire and lived in Epsom, NH for many years. Doris was a longtime secretary for the State of NH at DCYF, upon retirement Doris stayed connected with her retired co-workers as part of the "Breakfast Club". Her hobbies included her passion...

Donald B. McPhee Sr., 76, died at his home in Raymond, NH on October 26, 2023, surrounded by his family. For more information, please visit www.brewittfuneralhome.com

Donald B. McPhee Sr., 76, died at his home in Raymond, NH on October 26, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was born on October 2, 1947 in Somerville, MA, the son of the late Albert D. McPhee Sr. and Elizabeth Louise (McCarthy) McPhee. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, November 10, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Raphael Church located at 512 High Street, Medford, MA For more information, please visit www.brewittfuneralhome.com

Sandra (Sandy) Halverson Taylor, age 83, passed away peacefully Saturday, October 14 th , 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Sandy was pre-deceased by her beloved husband R. Chapman Taylor III (Ted) of 52 years in 2017. She is survived by their two daughters, Heather Hove Taylor of Exeter, NH/Charlestown, MA, and Kristen (Kristi) Taylor Baxter and her husband Robert E. Lee Baxter IV of Newfields, NH. In addition, she is survived by her three "grands", Charles Frederick (Charlie), Benjamin Douglas (Ben) and Julia Wells (Julie) Baxter, several nieces and nephews and their families and her sister Suzanne (Suzi) Halverson Karnatz of Marrietta, GA. The hand of God was ever present in Sandy's...

Sandra (Sandy) Halverson Taylor, age 83, passed away peacefully Saturday, October 14 th , 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Sandy was pre-deceased by her beloved husband R. Chapman Taylor III (Ted) of 52 years in 2017. She is survived by their two daughters, Heather Hove Taylor of Exeter, NH and Kristen (Kristi) Taylor Baxter and her husband Robert E. Lee Baxter IV of Newfields, NH. In addition, she is survived by her three "grands", Charles Frederick (Charlie), Benjamin Douglas (Ben) and Julia Wells (Julie) Baxter, several nieces and nephews and their families and her sister Suzanne (Suzi) Halverson Karnatz of Marrietta, GA. Sandy was born in Geneva, NY but grew up in Hinsdale, IL...

Sandra (Sandy) Halverson Taylor, age 83, passed away peacefully Saturday, October 14 th , 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Sandy was pre-deceased by her beloved husband R. Chapman Taylor III (Ted) of 52 years in 2017. She is survived by their two daughters, Heather Hove Taylor of Exeter, NH and Kristen (Kristi) Taylor Baxter and her husband Robert E. Lee Baxter IV of Newfields, NH. In addition, she is survived by her three "grands", Charles Frederick (Charlie), Benjamin Douglas (Ben) and Julia Wells (Julie) Baxter, several nieces and nephews and their families and her sister Suzanne (Suzi) Halverson Karnatz of Marrietta, GA. She was pre-deceased by her parents Kasper Hove Halverson...

Herbert Edward Stevens, also fondly known as"Herb" or "Herbie", passed away at his home in Brentwood NH, on September 26, 2023. He was born on February 24,1938 to the late John Stevens and Lena (Gove) Stevens. Herb grew up and lived his whole life in Brentwood NH. He graduated from Sanborn High School Class of 1956 and then went on to attend The Thompson School at UNH for Dairy Husbandry where he graduated in 1958. Herbie was a hard working Farmer for his family and then went to work delivering milk for Laurel Farms Dairy in Exeter NH from 1958 to 1978. He was also a police officer for the Town of Brentwood from 1976 to 1995. During that time he also worked as a Correctional Officer...

Patricia (Pat) Mueller Scarborough passed away with her three daughters by her side on September 22, 2023, in Exeter, NH, from complications from Parkinson's Disease. She was 86 years old. Predeceased by her husband Richard (Dick) Holmes Scarborough in 2005. Pat was also preceded in death by her brother-in-law Collin Wesley Scarborough, III and sister-in-law Ann Cleveland Scarborough. She is survived by her three daughters: Diane Scarborough Mayer, Caryn Scarborough Young and Linda Scarborough Barlow; their husbands, grandchildren, great grandson, nieces, nephew and cousin. A memorial service will be held November 4, 2023, at 10 am at Christ Episcopal Church, 43 Pine St., Exeter,...

Robert E. Webster, 90, of Tyngsboro, MA and Carefree, AZ passed away on August 31, 2023 while traveling in France with his partner, Karen Donahue. Born on November 11, 1932 to Warren and Abbie Webster in Exeter, NH, he attended Sanborn Seminary, graduated from the University of New Hampshire with a degree in Civil Engineering, and honorably served in the US Army during the Korean War. Bob's professional career grew in the construction and real estate industries by displaying a strong belief that, with the support of a committed team of dedicated and qualified employees, subcontractors, and community leaders, positive change could be made. As the founder of Channel Building Company and...

Robert E. Webster, 90, of Tyngsboro, MA and Carefree, AZ passed away on August 31, 2023 while traveling in France with his partner, Karen Donahue. Born on November 11, 1932 to Warren and Abbie Webster in Exeter, NH, he attended Sanborn Seminary, graduated from the University of New Hampshire with a degree in Civil Engineering, and honorably served in the US Army during the Korean War. Bob's professional career grew in the construction and real estate industries by displaying a strong belief that, with the support of a committed team of dedicated and qualified employees, subcontractors, and community leaders, positive change could be made. As the founder of Channel Building Company and...

Doreen Mary Moore, 83, passed away on August 31, 2023 at the Exeter Hospital after a period of declining health. She was born September 8, 1939 in Oxford, England, daughter of the late Harold Stilgoe and Anne (Knight) Stilgoe. Doreen grew up in Banbury, Oxfordshire, England. In 1961, she married Robert Moore, a member of the US military stationed in England. They came to the US in 1963 and moved to Danville, NH in 1972, two years after she became a naturalized citizen. She loved Danville and became active in many town activities including volunteering and then serving as president of the elementary school PTA, working with Kindergarten students in a local daycare,...

Spencer M. Jackson was born on May 8th, 1937, in Manhattan, NY. He passed away August 1st 2023. He leaves behind his two sons Bryce and Todd, his granddaughter Sarah, as well as his brothers Bob and Steve. Spencer's passion for skiing started at Proctor Academy and continued through Middlebury College. He enlisted in the Army for a few years and went on to receive an M.A.T. degree from Antioch University. Spencer and Barabara met at Antioch and were married for fifty four years. They moved to Wolfeboro in 1971 where they raised Bryce and Todd, and even though they moved to Exeter NH in 2015, they still considered Wolfeboro their home. Spencer truly loved the outdoors and exercising...

William Stuart Bartlett III (Stuart) passed away suddenly on August 1, 2023 after he tripped and fell while playing tennis. Born on March 28, 1955 to William S Bartlett Jr and the late Marilyn B Bartlett, Stu lived his life in his hometown of Kingston. His love of music began at an early age, and by the fourth grade he was playing clarinet in the Sanborn Seminary Marching Band. Once he learned the clarinet, he went on to self-teach himself the alto sax, the guitar, base guitar, drums, harmonica, and more. His band played for Sanborn Regional middle and high school dances. As an adult he joined several bands including Cause for Alarm and Spare Change. A lover of classic muscle cars, he...

Joseph James Eckels-fondly known as "Joe", 80, passed away after a long illness on July 20, 2023 at his home in Hampton Falls, NH surrounded by his loving family. He was born August 18, 1942 in Philadelphia, PA., son of the late Harry Cook and Martha (Mihalak) Cook. Joe spent most of his childhood in Michigan. He was a graduate of Cass Technical School in Michigan, Class of 1960. Joe worked initially for Burroughs Corporation for 19 years, and during that time in the early years, he met Donna Watts. They fell in love, dated for several years and were married in 1964 in Derry, NH. They purchased a home in Hooksett, NH residing there for 25 years to raise their children, Brenda...

Jenna M. Carruthers, 40, died on July 7, 2023 at her home in Kingston, NH after a lengthy illness. She was born on January 25, 1983 in Boston, MA and grew up in Revere, MA. In 1997 her family moved to Kingston, NH. She graduated from Sanborn Regional High School in 2001 and received a Bachelor's Degree in Business from the University of New Hampshire in 2006. She was employed as a portfolio management analyst for SIAA insurance broker in Hampton, NH and formerly as an administrative assistant for DMG Mori. She also worked at Market Basket in Stratham, NH for many years. Jenna led a very active lifestyle. She loved nature and enjoyed hiking and yoga. She liked taking trips to California and...

Nancy Smith Junkins, 95 Nancy Ellen Hosking Smith Junkins, 95, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Monday June 19,2023 at Durgin Pines in Kittery ME. She was born December 23, 1927 in Buffalo NY to Homer L. and Ruth S. Hosking. She graduated from Scarsdale High School in Scarsdale NY and attended Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs NY. Nancy met her husband, Roderick E. Smith, after WWII and they married in 1948. They lived in New Haven CT, Charlottesville VA, NYC and settled in Yarmouth Port, MA where they raised their three children. Nancy enjoyed gardening, sports, reading and being outdoors with friends and family. She was a Girl Scout Leader and Boy Scout Den Mother. She...

James William McGregor also fondly known as "Jimmy" or "Uncle Jimmy", 87, passed away May 11, 2023 at the Rockingham County Nursing Home in Brentwood, NH. He was born March 28, 1936 in Cambridge, MA, son of the late James McGregor and Florence (McKenzie) McGregor. Jimmy grew up in Cambridge, MA and was the oldest of four children in his family. At the age of 12, Jimmy contracted rheumatic fever which kept him bedridden for about a year and after he had to re-train himself how to walk. To help out the family, Jimmy went to work at an early age. He was employed by Stop n Shop as a meat cutter for 35 years working at their locations in Medford, Malden, Dorchester and Cambridge. Jimmy's main...

Esther Gertrude Meek "Bonnie", 79, passed away suddenly on May 1, 2023 at the Exeter Hospital, Exeter, NH. She was born May 23, 1943 in Gloucester, MA, daughter of the late John Thomas Joseph Rossitor and Esther Isobelle (Thibedeau) Rossitor. Bonnie grew up in Gloucester, MA and was one of three children in her family. She attended St. Anne's High School in Gloucester, MA. She met the love of her life Thomas H. Meek on a blind date while he was on leave from the US Navy. Their relationship blossomed and they were married on July 29, 1960. They resided in Canton, OH for 23 years raising their four children. Bonnie's life revolved around her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren....

Richard Anthony Morgera "Rich", 77, passed away on April 19, 2023 at the Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, MA after a brief illness. He was born August 13, 1945 in Revere, MA, son of the late Frank Morgera Sr. and Mary (Brachanow) Morgera. Rich grew up in East Boston, MA and was one of three children in his family. He was a proud graduate of the Thompson Academy living on the island in Boston Harbor for 6 years. Throughout his life, he had enjoyed the sport of football and played for the football team at Thompson Academy. He also earned an associate degree from ITT Technical Institute in automotive technology and he later attended Bunker Hill Community College. Rich served his...

Richard Anthony Morgera "Rich", 77, passed away on April 19, 2023 at the Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, MA after a brief illness. He was born August 13, 1945 in Revere, MA, son of the late Frank Morgera Sr. and Mary (Brachanow) Morgera. Rich grew up in East Boston, MA and was one of three children in his family. He was a proud graduate of the Thompson Academy living on the island in Boston Harbor for 6 years. Throughout his life, he had enjoyed the sport of football and played for the football team at Thompson Academy. He also earned an associate degree from ITT Technical Institute in automotive technology and he later attended Bunker Hill Community College. Rich served his...

Carole F. Morin, 89, died on April 7, 2023 at Webster at Rye in Rye, NH. She was born on July 9, 1933 in Exeter, NH, the daughter of the late Arthur and Liana (Loranger) Pelletier. A lifelong resident of Epping, she formerly worked many years for Wise Shoe in Exeter and was a Communicant of St. Joseph's Church in Epping. A nature person at heart, she loved animals and enjoyed many outdoor activities including gardening and bird watching. She was also very talented in the kitchen and enjoyed cooking and baking. She was predeceased by her husband of 48 years, Benoit "Ben" R. Morin and her brother Ronald Pelletier; and is survived by her son Gregory "Greg" Morin; her daughter Nicole Morin;...