Richard R. Wood, 66, died suddenly on Sunday, January 17, 2021 at his home. He was born in Lowell, Massachusetts, one of five children of Floyd and Edna (Holbrook) Wood. He grew up in Chelmsford, MA and graduated from Nashoba Valley Technical High School in Westford Ma. He went on to work as a software Engineering Manager for Digital Equipment Corporation which later became Hewlett Packard in Nashua, NH. He lived in Hudson, NH for a number of years before moving to Londonderry and most recently to Bristol, NH. Richard spent many years married to the love of his life Betsy. The two were inseparable. They loved spending time together, vacationing in the Caribbean, enjoying good food, and...

Joan Sullivan, 91, died Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at Speare Memorial Hospital after a period of declining health. She was born in Medford, MA the daughter of Wilfred and Esther (Strout) Marchand. She graduated from Medford High School, met and married the late John Sullivan, raised her family and worked at ET Wright's shoe factory in Rockland MA.. The family summered in Bridgewater, NH on Newfound Lake and in 1979, she moved permanently to the lake. Before retiring she worked at Hitchner's Manufacturing in Plymouth, NH. In her free time she enjoyed gardening, growing both veggies and flowers and time spent with her family. She is survived by two sons: Mark (Barbara) Sullivan of...

Wallace P. Judd, 97 of the Borough Rd., died Sunday, December 20. He was born in Thetford, VT one of five children of Watson and Eleanor (Swift) Judd. He was raised in Thetford and worked on the family farm before enlisting in the US Army. He served in the 43rd Infantry at Guadalcanal where he earned a life saving award and the Purple Heart. While he was serving, the family moved to Bartlett, NH and it was there that he returned and met his wife Mary (Ainsworth). In 1958 they moved to Hill and began their family. Wallace was a hard working man always making sure to provide for his family. He build the families first home from the ground up, himself. He was a carpenter doing...

BRISTOL, NH formerly of Norwood-Dorothy "Dottie" M. O'Hara, 77 died Friday, November 6, 2020 at her home after a brief illness. Services-To assist in conforming to the latest COVID rules, family only will have calling hours from 5-6pm on Wednesday, November 11th followed by the public from 6-8pm at the Emmons Funeral Home, 115 South Main St., Bristol, NH. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated by Fr. Leo LeBlanc, Thursday, November 12, at 9am at Our Lady of Grace of Holy Trinity Parish, 2 West Shore Rd, Bristol, NH . Burial will follow at Homeland Cemetery. A gentle reminder to those attending that masks, social distancing and contact tracing are required. Due to current...

John O'Donovan Byrne, 75, of Hartford, CT and Bridgewater, NH, passed away on September 9, 2020. John was born on May 9,1945 and grew up in Larchmont, NY. He was the son of the late Audrey Speicher and William Deininger Byrne. John will be remembered and cherished by his wife of 52 years, Karen Byrne. He leaves a lasting and loving legacy to his daughter Catherine Deininger Byrne, his son-in-law, Edward (Ted) O'Brien and his two adored grandchildren, Audrey Grace O'Brien and John William O'Brien. John also leaves his oldest brother, William Byrne and his wife, Patricia, his dear sister-in-law, Geri and her husband, Michael Zuber, his sister-in-law, Mary Margaret Byrne and many neices,...

WAYLAND: John M. Kilgallen, 73, died peacefully at his summer home in Bristol, NH after a period of declining health. He was born in Boston and grew up in Hyde Park, the son of John E. R. and Frances (Lawler) Kilgallen. John graduated from Cathedral High School in Boston and attended Northeastern University before moving to southern California. He returned to Framingham and began working his way up the ladder of Howard Johnson's which later became a part of Marlborough Realty. He retired as Director of Operations. In 1977, he married Mary (Plunkett) and they settled in Wayland. In 1981 their first son Michael was born and a year later their second son Brian arrived. In 1985 John and...

Wayland-John M. Kilgallen, 73, died August 10, 2020. Devoted husband of Mary (Plunkett) Kilgallan; father of Michael & Brian; grandfather of Shaun, James, Desmond, Liam, Aiden; brother of the late Walter & Donald Kilgallen and Jane Richardson. Born in Boston, raised in Hyde Park, graduate of Cathedral High School long time resident of Wayland. Retired Director of Operations at Marlborough Realty. John loved his family and his summers on Newfound Lake. Memorial wake Sunday August 16 from 4pm to 7 pm at John C. Bryant Funeral Home, 56 Pemberton Rd, Wayland. Memorial Mass Monday August 17, 10:30 St. Anslem Church 18 Landham Rd. Sudbury. Masks and social distancing will be...

On Sunday, August 2, 2020, Harold "Bub" Sheffield, loving husband, Dad, Papa, Great-Papa, uncle and friend peacefully passed away at the age of 99. Bub was born on December 17, 1920 in Bayonne, New Jersey and was the third child to Harold and Esther (Monro) Sheffield. Bub grew up in Westfield, New Jersey but would vacation in Alexandria with Aunt Lydia at the family farm each summer knowing at an early age New Hampshire was where he always wanted to be. He attended Mt Herman Prep School in Northfield, MA, where he said his claim to fame wasn't in the academic arena but rather on the football field, swimming pool, and, of course, with the ladies. When World War II began Bub, along with...

Tracy A. Gerbert, Sr., 63, died unexpectedly, Thursday, July 9, 2020. He was born in Concord, the son of Everett and Mary Gerbert. He was a graduate of Pembroke Academy and resident of Suncook until moving to Alexandria in 1983. Tracy worked at Ashland Lumber as a lumber sales representative for years. He was an avid fisherman, and had spent the morning fishing before he passed away. As an accomplished guitar player, Tracy played with local bands: Smokin Aces with Dave Stepp, Randy Bickford and Angie Lahoux; Minus 1 and Driver. He also enjoyed karaoke and traveled with his fiance to sing. Over the years Tracy had coached basketball at the TTCC and competed in drag races with his '71...

FT. MYERS-Carol L. Wesch, 80, died Sunday, July 5, 2020 at her vacation home in New Hampshire. She was born in Queens, NY the daughter of Julius and Anna (Unger) Baliko. She married Robert H. Wesch and they moved to Inverness in 1973. Carol began a career in banking, retiring as a vice president of Sun Trust. She was a member of the Rotary Club and the Chamber of Commerce. While living in Citrus County, she was a communicant of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton and St. Scholastica churches. She enjoyed shopping and reading, traveling throughout the US as well as internationally with her family. She was happy to be a grandmother and spend time with her grandsons, especially sharing time...

Bernard A. "Benny" Fleury, Jr. 57, of North Main St., died Tuesday, June 2, 2020 at his home after a brief battle with cancer. He was born in Manchester, NH the son of Bernard and Barbara (Corliss) Fleury. He lived most of his life between Franklin and Bristol attending local schools in the area. Before becoming sick, he worked at Cooper Products, Calley and Currier Manufacturing and Watts Regulator. Benny will be remembered for his love of motorcycling and benefit rides as well as spending time metal scrapping. He was a devoted husband and grandfather and loved time with his dog Jingles and chinchilla Lilac. He is survived by his wife Sheila Fleury of Franklin; children Vannessa...

William (Bill) Albert Thomas, 83 of Bristol, passed away on June 1, 2020. Bill was born on October 9, 1936 in Andover, NH the son of Leland E. and Ethelyn (Crosby) Thomas. He was married to Margaret N. (Hill) for 35 years before she passed away in 1996. Bill loved to hunt and fish in the New Hampshire woods. He was the fix it man to so many as he could repair just about anything and could always innovate a way to make a task easier. He was very well read and enjoyed American history, particularly the Civil War. He was a true original and will be missed by all. He leaves behind a daughter, Brenda of Concord and her sons, Ian and James; a son William and his wife, Alison of Salisbury and...

On June 1, 2020, Carolyn Lee (Jones) Waite, passed away at the age of 78 in Hebron, NH, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease. Carolyn was born in June 1941 in Scranton, PA to Hezekiah and Elizabeth Jones. She graduated from Scranton Central High School and attended Pennsylvania State University. In June 1960, she married F. Grant Waite and they raised three daughters. She spent the last 22 years of her life very happily with the love of her life, Thomas Earl Gillery. Carolyn is often described by people as the kindest, sweetest person they've known. She had a lovely smile and laugh, always made time to listen and to make everyone she met feel treasured, and gave the best...

On June 1, 2020, Carolyn Lee (Jones) Waite, passed away at the age of 78 in Hebron, NH, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease. Carolyn was born in June 1941 in Scranton, PA to Hezekiah and Elizabeth Jones. She graduated from Scranton Central High School and attended Pennsylvania State University. In June 1960, she married F. Grant Waite and they raised three daughters. She spent the last 22 years of her life very happily with the love of her life, Thomas Earl Gillery. Carolyn is often described by people as the kindest, sweetest person they've known. She had a lovely smile and laugh, always made time to listen and to make everyone she met feel treasured, and gave the best...

BRISTOL-Joan G. Vasco, 91, died Wednesday April 29, 2020 at the Belknap Co. Nursing Home after a lengthy battle with dementia. The daughter of Joseph and Celina (Ouellette) Guerette, she was born and raised in Nashua, living in the Crown Hill area of the city. She graduated from Saint Louis de Gonzague. She met and married Michael Vasco in 1955. They lived in New York, then moved to Merrimack in 1960, living there until 1995 when they moved to Bristol. Joan raised three boys in addition to working as a secretary for the Merrimack Police Department. When Joan and Mike moved to Bristol, they became active member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church. In addition to regular services, Joan...

BRISTOL-Joan G. Vasco, 91, died Wednesday April 29, 2020 at the Belknap Co. Nursing Home after a lengthy battle with dementia. The daughter of Joseph and Celina (Ouellette) Guerette, she was born and raised in Nashua, living in the Crown Hill area of the city. She graduated from Saint Louis de Gonzague. She met and married Michael Vasco in 1955. They lived in New York, then moved to Merrimack in 1960, living there until 1995 when they moved to Bristol. Joan raised three boys in addition to working as a secretary for the Merrimack Police Department. When Joan and Mike moved to Bristol, they became active member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church. In addition to regular services,...

formerly of Manchester-June Ebbetts Brown, died peacefully at home in her beloved woods, April 17, 2020. Daughter of Everett and Sophia (Shute) Brown. She leaves, husband Geno Proulx, daughters Dawn Ebbetts, Lora Peterson; grandchildren, Andrew, Crista, Leigh Anne, Nick, great grandchildren Nash & Lennon. Predeceased by daughter Chrysty Parker.

BRIDGEWATER, NH-Phyllis J. Jordan, 80, died Wednesday January 1, 2020. She was born in Worcester, MA the daughter of Arnold and Martha (Clifford) Pullan. She was a graduated of Auburn High School and a long time resident of Millbury before moving to New Hampshire. Phyllis and her late husband Alan Jordan were active as leaders with Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, and in the Wesley United Methodist Church in Worcester. Family includes her children and their spouses: Susan (Joel) Bean and Lynda (Fran) Comeau; Ret. Staff Sargent Jeffrey (Tonia) Jordan; Andrew (Tania Berry) Jordan; nine grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; a step sister Gay (Donald) Pentilla of Largo, FL. A...

BRISTOL, NH -Richard W. Wagner, 85, died Friday, December 27, 2019 at home after a period of declining health. Born in Portland, Maine, he was the son of Winfield and Ruth (Gray) Wagner. He was raised in Gorham, ME and graduated in 1952 from Gorham High School. After graduation, he entered the US Army and served as part of the Signal Corps. After his discharge, he worked for Royal Typewriter Company and together with his family lived in Connecticut, England, and New York before settling in Bristol in 1977. He finished his working years as an orthopedic technician at White Mountain Orthopedics in Meredith. Many of his son's younger friends will remember him as "Mr. Wizard" as he was...

ALEXANDRIA, NH-Carol A Raymond, fondly known as "The Deli Lady", 78, died December 26, 2019 after a period of declining health. She was born Boston the daughter of Herbert and Agnes (Gordon) Legacy. Carol was a long time resident of Haverhill until moving to New Hampshire in 1982. Carol and her family were home care providers for individuals with disabilities. Together with her late husband, Gerard, they worked to insure that each individual felt a part of the Raymond family. Carol also worked in the deli department of Cricenti's and Shop and Save. Carol spent her free time working on embroidery and ceramics, but her biggest love was her family. Survivors include children Lisa (Mike)...

Douglas "Amoo" Riddle, 92, died Wednesday, October 30, 2019 at home surrounded by loved ones. He was born in New York City, the son of Allan and Grace (Webb) Riddle. Following graduation from high school, Doug entered the US Army serving during WWII. After his return, he began a career in banking. Working with various institutions and retiring after 40 years with Fleet Bank. Doug was committed to many organizations over the years, active on the board of civic organizations and his church's ministries. He was a Past President of the Laconia Chamber of Commerce, a member of Union Lodge #79 F & AM and Sawhegenit Chapter #52 OES of Bristol, a life member of the Kiwanis International. ...