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Chester Ernest Menter "Chet", 96, passed away on September 24, 2022 at the Rockingham County Nursing Home in Brentwood, NH. He was born September 19, 1926 in Londonderry, NH, son of the late Alfred Menter and Katie (Brown) Menter. Chet grew up in Londonderry, NH and was one of five children in his family. He entered the US Navy at the age of 17 and served during WWII on the USS Abercrombie Destroyer Escort. He served honorably in the Navy from 1943-1946 discharged with the rank of Torpedoman's Third Class. He later enlisted into the US Air Force and served during the Korean Conflict. He served honorably in the Air Force from 1952-1953 and was discharged with the rank of Staff Sergeant. Chet...

Nicholas A. Moccia "Nick", 91, passed away on September 20, 2022 at the Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, MA. He was born December 15, 1930 in Boston, MA, son of the late Mary (Tarantino) Moccia-who died when Nick was very young, and Salvatore Moccia. Nick grew up in Boston, MA and graduated from Sacred Heart High School. He enlisted into the United States Navy and served honorably during the Korean War. Later, utilizing the GI Bill, he attended Northeastern University. Nick throughout his younger professional career was a self-employed general contractor in the construction field. Later, he handled the building maintenance at a large property in Cambridge, MA. Once that property...

Stanley E. Shea "Stan", 88, passed away peacefully on September 4, 2022 in Manchester, NH. He was born October 7, 1933 in Wilton, NH, son of the late John Shea and Katherine (Davis) Shea. Stan grew up in Wilton graduating from Wilton High School. He joined the Navy during the Korean War. After the Navy, he became very involved with the American Legion serving in many roles including State Commander. Stan was an avid fisherman and hunter and he also enjoyed boating and waterskiing. He loved sports and refereed soccer for over 50 years and coached a Milford, NH high school soccer team to win the State Championship in the late 1970's. He devoted over 40 years as co-owner of Pine Acres...

Frederick W. Tidd, 70, passed away on August 30, 2022 at his home in Fremont, NH. He was born October 18, 1951 in Salem, MA, son of the late Charles Edward Tidd and Edith Lois (Grant) Tidd. Fred lived most of his life in Fremont, NH. As an only child, he grew up until middle school years in Ipswich, MA. He graduated from the Sanborn Seminary in Kingston, NH, Class of 1969. He earned his Associate Degree in Applied Science from the Manchester Vo-Tech. It was through a mutual friend that he met the love of his life, Janyce Young who was a student at Hesser College at the time. On February 14, 1976 they got married. They had three children and raised them in Fremont. Fred's...

Barbara S. Bowman Born June 26 1934 Died August 26 2022 Grew up in Antrim, NH Taught High School Home Economics and did administrative duties at Raymond High School in Raymond, NH from 1956-1963. Married to Charles F. Bowman (1931-2020) for 61 years. They lived in Candia, NH since 1960 and raised two sons, Daniel and Peter. She loved her family, her animals, cooking and writing cookbooks, her antique shops and quiet. She passed away peacefully at home as she had wished. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to: Visiting Angel14 Hooksett Rd. Auburn, NH 03032. For more information, please visit www.brewittfuneralhome.com

Thomas Riley Markham, age 64, formerly of Woburn, MA passed away peacefully on August 24, 2022 after a brief illness. He was born February 17, 1958 in Woburn, MA, son of the late John A. Markham and Alice (Riley) Markham. Tommy was a graduate of Woburn High School, Class of 1977. He worked in the food service industry starting at NE Rehab for over 20 years continuing his dedicated services in MA and NH. He was an avid sports fan of all NE teams. He looked forward to opening day of fishing especially at Lucas Pond. Tommy enjoyed attending live concerts especially Neil Young. He was a huge fan of The Wizard of OZ and two of his favorite sayings were "Common Sense" and "Be Safe". Tommy was an...

Cordellia (Dell) M Rondeau, 86, of Raymond NH, previously lived in Danville NH. Born In Philadelphia PA. Passed after a brief illness on August 02, 2022. Preceded by Robert G Rondeau, Deborah L Hanson, & Joanne Kenney. Leaves behind Russell Kenney, Steve Kenney, Wayne Kenney, Sharon Weldy & husband Lee Weldy, Daughter-in-law Sharon Cotter, Step-daughter Cindy Keller & Christy Gutierrez . She has 9 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren. Some of Dells fond memories are when she lived in Atlantic City NJ and did the hair for Miss America pageant contestants. She was also known as the Avon Lady, winning many awards for her top sales and...

Nancy G Moland passed away June 24th at Oceanside Center in Hampton after a long decline of health. She was born November 13th 1947. She was born in Exeter NH. Nancy grew up with her family and raised her daughter in Raymond. She lived in Epping for 16 years before going into Oceanside. She owned Nan's Beauty Salon from 1970 thru 1990. She was a hard worker and alongside running her salon she worked at Gemini Value in Raymond for 20 years and Walmart for 8 years. She also helped out during the busy season at What's your Occasion Florist Shop in Raymond in the early 90's. She started her career as a Cosmetologist at Leavitt's Department Store in Manchester, NH. She graduated from...

Barbara B. Porter, 88, passed away unexpectedly on June 21, 2022 at the Catholic Medical Center in Manchester, NH after a period of declining health. She was born August 19, 1933 in Manchester, NH, daughter of the late Alfred and Eunice (Hardy) Gosselin. Barbara grew up and lived the majority of her life in Raymond, NH. She graduated from Raymond High School as her class Valedictorian. On September 1, 1951, she married the love of her life, John G. Porter. They shared two children together, a daughter and a son. Barbara worked as a purchasing agent for Felton Brush Co. in Manchester, NH retiring after 36 years of employment. Barbara was an active member of the Raymond High...

Sandra Sue Landis, 77 passed away on May 14, 2022 at her home in Raymond, NH. She was born October 27, 1944 in Dover, NH, daughter of the late Maurice Charles Kimball and Isabel Elizabeth (Obrey) Kimball. Sandy was pre-deceased by her husband, Emery on January 8, 2007. She is survived by her sister and brother-in-law, Margaret and Jim Harlan of Hooksett, NH; a niece and her husband, Susan and Todd Torrance of Concord, NH; a nephew and his wife, Robert and Allyson Geary Jr. of Contoocook, NH; and a niece Sharon Geary of Concord, NH. Grandnephew and nieces, Miller Torrance, Culpeper, VA; Owen Geary of Ridgewood, NY and Carly Torrance of Concord, NH. A Life Celebration will be held on...

Richard R. Burleigh "Dick", 80, passed away suddenly May 8, 2022 at the Exeter Hospital after a period of declining health. He was born July 8, 1941 in Fremont, NH, son of the late Jesse and Mabel (Holmes) Burleigh. Dick came from a large family and they were raised in Fremont, NH. Dick met and fell in love with Nancy Rae Walker and they were wed on December 29, 1963 at the Fremont Town Hall. At that time Dick was already enlisted into the United States Army and got stationed in Frankfurt, Germany. Nancy went and lived there with Dick as well. They shared twin daughters, Laurie Jane Burleigh and Vickie Burleigh. Dick served his country honorably and was discharged on October 31, 1969 at...

James L. Poliquin "Jim", 89, passed away, May 4, 2022 at his home in Raymond, NH after a period of declining health. He was born April 28, 1933 in Epping, NH, son of the late Alfred T and Georgianna (Lanois) Poliquin. Jim grew up in Epping, NH and was one of thirteen children in the family. He graduated from Watson Academy in Epping before enlisting into the United States Army. He served honorably from 1955-1957 and was discharged at the rank of SP2. Shortly after, Jim served on the Auxiliary Police for Haverhill, MA. Jim was married to Sybil Hutchins Poliquin and they shared four children together raising them in Plaistow, NH. Professionally, Jim initially worked at National Shoe and...

Dateline-Raymond, NH Doris Marie Barmby, 90, passed away suddenly on May 2, 2022 at the Elliot Hospital, Manchester, NH. She was born September 6, 1931 in Lawrence, MA, daughter of the late John Laverty and Jeannette (Audy) Laverty. Doris grew up in Lawrence, MA and attended Essex Agricultural High School. On September 5, 1949, she married Robert A. Barmby and they had two sons, Mark and John. They resided and raised their family in Lawrence. Doris was a loving homemaker for her family and was an excellent seamstress. She specialized in needlepoint, and was accomplished in quilting. Doris also enjoyed baking and the companionship of her pug, JD after the...

Muriel D. (Lemay) Vaillancourt, 79, a long-time resident of Auburn NH, passed away on Friday, April 22, 2022, at the Villa-Crest Nursing Home in Manchester, NH after a period of declining health. She was born on September 24, 1942, in Manchester NH, daughter of the late Emile and Rosalie (Blais) Lemay. She grew up on the Westside of Manchester and attended local schools and also attended Michael's School of Hair Design. She was a self-employed Hairdresser, she went by Muriel's Hair Stylist in Auburn NH and practiced for over 45 years. She loved baking and cooking in her spare time, picking blueberries around Lake Massabesic but she really loved vacationing with her family and Muriel's...

Fred John Marshey born May 14, 1946 in Claremont, NH passed away in the early morning hours of April 12, 2022 after a brief battle with cancer. He leaves behind his longtime partner Maryann Robinson of Lee, NH. He also leaves behind his five children: Amy-Lynn Walker of Candia, NH, Brenda Lovato of South Carolina, Carrie Hathaway of New Durham, NH, Denise Barbin of Raymond, NH, and Fred Marshey of Northwood, NH, as well as five stepchildren: Pamela Gilbert of Deerfield, NH, Tiffany Cartier of Deerfield, NH, Gilbert Robinson of Peterborough, NH, Michael Robinson of Lee, NH, and Robin Robinson of Illinois. He is survived by his siblings, Fred Bussino, William Bussino, Judy Gonthier, Julie...

Germaine J. Holohan (Cote), 75, classical pianist, passed away on April 1, 2022 in the presence of her loving husband Dr. Anthony Samsel, research scientist. She was born November 30, 1946 in Gardner, MA, the daughter of the late Leo Cote and Loretta (Couture) Cote. Germaine grew up in Fitchburg, MA and was one of four children. Her three brothers Ronald Cote, Guy Cote, Maurice Cote, her mother Marie, and father Leo Cote and grandson Kevin Cote predeceased her. Germaine, a loving devoted wife and mother, was introduced to the piano by her mother who was also a pianist, dress-maker and milliner. She attended catholic schools where she studied piano with the nuns and later with numerous piano...

David J. Arends, 81, passed away March 31, 2022 in Raymond, NH. Born in Pittsburgh, PA on November 28, 1940, David was the son of Rev. Harold L. Arends and Evelyn R. Arends. He graduated Revere HS 1958. 6 years in the Navy during Vietnam on the aircraft carrier, The Coral Sea. David worked at the Boston Post Office for 20 years and retired in 1980. At his request, David's ashes will be scattered at a special time by his family. www.brewittfuneralhome.com

David J. Arends, 81, of Raymond, NH passed away at home on March 31, 2022. Born in Pittsburgh, PA on November 28, 1940, David was the son of the late Rev. Harold L. Arends and Evelyn R. Arends. He graduated from Revere High School in Revere, MA in 1958 and spent 6 years in the Navy during Vietnam on the aircraft carrier, The Coral Sea. David worked at the Boston Post Office for 20 years and retired in 1980 when he moved to Raymond. He was a person of many interests and had a great knowledge of historical facts. David was an avid collector of various war memorabilia, specializing in Civil War history. He was loved and will be missed by his nieces and nephews, who will remember spending fun...

James S. McKinnon, Sr. "Jim", 95, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2022 at his home in Raymond, NH. Jim was born December 19, 1926, in Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, son of the late Duncan S. McKinnon and Helen (O'Neil) McKinnon. Jim grew up in Salem, MA and was the youngest of seven children. He was a veteran from 1943-1947, of the United States Navy, serving in World War II. While in the Navy, Jim met Marcia Blodgett and months later they were married. After his discharge from the military, they lived in Beverly, MA, before moving to Hampton, NH. They resided in Hampton over 10 years and in 1972 they moved to Raymond, NH. Jim worked very hard for his family and during the last chapter of...

Lawrence J. Dumont, 79, died at his home on February 28, 2022 after a long illness. He was born on March 10, 1942 in Lowell, MA, the son of the late Jules and Rose Alba Dumont. He grew up in Lowell, attended Lowell High School, and for a few years he competed as a jockey winning many horse races up and down the east coast. He later served in the United States Army from 1961 to 1964. A resident of Raymond since 1987, Lawrence worked for many years as a union carpenter and formerly attended the New Life Assembly of God Church in Raymond. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Margaret (Van Coppenolle) Dumont of Raymond, NH; four sons, Jay Dumont of Haverhill, MA, Marc Dumont of Pembroke,...

Kayla M. Martin, 30, passed away on February 22, 2022 at the Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, MA after a courageous battle with Myelodysplastic Syndrome (Leukemia) diagnosed in September, 2020. She was born September 26, 1991 in Clearwater, FL, daughter of Monique L. (Brouard) Burt. Kayla grew up in Connecticut until her middle school years, and she was one of three daughters in her family. She moved to Raymond, NH and was a graduate of Raymond High School, Class of 2009 where she was a member of the chorus. She met Charles Martin while in her high school years and they began dating. They were committed to each other through high school and even long distance while...