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A complete obituary to follow. Services are under the care of Cheshire Family Funeral Home, Chapel, and Crematories. www.cheshirefamilyfh.com.

A complete obituary to follow. Services are under the care of Cheshire Family Funeral Home, Chapel, and Crematories. www.Cheshirefamilyfh.com

Mark Anthony Chamberlain, 55, of Marlborough, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 21, 2025, while surrounded by his family after a brief illness. Born in Fort Riley, KS on July 13, 1970, he was the son of Robert and Gisela (Schindler) Chamberlain. Mark proudly served his country in the United States Air Force during the 1st Gulf War where he did two tours to Saudi Arabi and earned the National Defense Service Medal. After the service, he worked in law enforcement for over 30 years with a majority spent with the Swanzey Police Department as a K-9 handler to his partner and best friend K-9 Argo. In 2012, he achieved the rank of Lieutenant until his retirement in 2019. After a short...

Kenneth A. Harvey Jr., 81, of Winchester, NH, died on Friday, December 19, 2025, peacefully, at his home surrounded by his family. Ken was born in Hinsdale, NH, on June 13, 1944, the son of Kenneth A. Harvey Sr. and Grace (Freeman) Matthews. Being born on "Friday the 13th" must have been a sign for him to excel in everything he pursued in life. Ken grew up in Brattleboro, Vt. He was educated in the Brattleboro Schools and served in the U.S. Army, where he was stationed in Germany. On December 21, 1968, he exchanged vows with Claudia (Hooper) Harvey in Warren, Michigan. Together they shared a passion for motorcycles which he treasured the memories made riding alongside each other on...

A complete obituary to follow. Services are under the care of Cheshire Family Funeral Home, Chapel, and Crematories. www.cheshirefamilyfh.com.

Elizabeth M. (Jordan) Phelps, 91, a life-long resident of Keene, passed away peacefully and quietly on Thursday, December 18, 2025, while resting after a brief period of declining health at Cheshire Medical Center in Keene. Elizabeth was born a daughter to the late Gladys (Peterson) and Milan M. Jordan on April 2, 1934, in Keene. She attended the local school system. She was well known for her time working for RISE for baby and family program as a daycare provider for many years then became an "adopted grandmother" for 6 years until she retired in 2000. Elizabeth's greatest joy came from sharing her time and heart with others. She enjoyed playing bingo, caring for children, dancing, and...

Rose "Rosie" K. (Kapiloff) Weinrieb, 97, a longtime resident of Swanzey passed away peacefully and quietly while resting on Wednesday, December 18, 2025, after a brief period of declining health at Covenant Living in Keene. She was born a daughter to the late Etta (Petlock) and Max Kapiloff on May 21, 1928, in New York. Rose was educated locally and graduated from Keene High School, class of 1946. On May 28, 1950, Rosie exchanged vows with the love of her life, Jerome J. "Jerry" Weinrieb. They had simple ceremony in Springfield, MA. They were happily married for 67 years until Jerome passed away on December 9, 2017. Rosie was very well known in the community and touched the lives of...

Ronald David Allain, 75, of Keene, passed away at home on Monday, December 15, 2025, while surrounded by his family. Born in New Bedford, MA, on July 3, 1950, he was the son of the late David and Doris (Lavoie) Allain. Ronald honorably served his country in the United States Army as Private First Class and earned the Bronze Star Medal and the Army Commendation medal for his service in Vietnam. For over 30 years, he was employed at New Hampshire Ball Bearing where he held many different roles until his retirement. An outdoor enthusiast, he loved fishing with his son David in Pittsburg, NH and hunting in Troy, NH with his best friend Sonny Grimshaw, and where he spent time with Sonny's sons...

Douglas Lee Howard, 77, of Munsonville, passed away peacefully at home Friday, November 21, 2025, while surrounded by his family. Born left-handed and on a leap year on February 29, 1948, in Keene, NH, he was the son of the late Prinnie Wallace and Anna Elizabeth (Spaulding) Howard. He served his country in the United States Army as an E-4 SPC in the 82nd Airborne during Vietnam. Before he was honorably discharged, he received the National Defense Service medal, Vietnam Service medal, Vietnam Campaign Ribbon and his Parachute badge. Having earned his GED in the military, he furthered his education and earned his degree in electrical engineering. Always a hardworker, he was a certified...

Evelyn Carol (Harding) Davis, 84, a life-long resident of Troy, passed away peacefully and quietly on Thursday, November 20, 2025, with the love of family near after a brief period of declining health. She was born the daughter of the late Cecile B. (Vigneault) and Bernard T. Harding on March 15, 1941, in Worcester, MA. Carol, as her friends and family knew her, was educated locally and graduated from Troy High School, Class of 1959. Carol enjoyed her time working for the National Grange Insurance Company in Keene as a file keeper for 30 years until she retired in 2005. Prior, Carol worked for Troy Mills for a short time. She had a deep love for country music and would listen to it...

Mary Louise LaCoste passed away on Monday, November 17, 2025, at Langdon Place of Keene, with her family by her side. Mary Lou was born in Nashua, NH on May 11, 1936, and was the daughter of the late David and Ruth (Ackley) Stevens. She graduated from Nashua High School in 1952 and Keene State College in 1957. She taught at Troy High School and then at Marlborough Elementary school for over 30 years before retiring in 1995. After her retirement she volunteered at local elementary schools where she read to the children and helped with many projects, she also volunteered at nursing homes playing games, reading to the residents and helping to tend the gardens, and was a member of the Keene...

A complete obituary to follow. Arrangements are under the care of Cheshire Family Funeral Home. www.cheshirefamilyfh.com

Christina Lee (Ashby) Aucoin, 68, a resident of Rindge, passed away on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at Cheshire Medical Center in Keene, NH. She suffered a stroke in the summer which resulted in several months of complications and declining health. She was born a daughter to the late Joan (Valchuis) and George Ashby on February 2, 1957, in Milton, Florida. She graduated from Watertown High School in Watertown, MA. class of 1975. On July 22, 1983, Christina exchanged wedding vows with her high school sweetheart, Raymond C. Aucoin. They had a simple ceremony with family and friends in Watertown, MA. Christina was an administrative assistant for Solidscape, Inc in Merrimack, NH for 20...

John Leslie Snow left this world unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 11th, at the age of 78, slipping gently from a life he had filled with quiet devotion, hard work, humor, and a deep love for the natural world. Born in Lynn, MA, in 1947 and raised in Salem, NH, he was the son of the late Leslie F. and Arline (Spires) Snow. John's earliest years were shaped by Catholic school, humble beginnings, and the steady work of a young man helping in a poultry operation. He later attended Keene State College and devoted 50 years of his life to serving the people of Keene as a letter carrier ? a familiar, beloved figure who walked his route with the easy grace of someone who knew every doorstep, every...

Michael Patrick Donahue, 81, of Keene, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. Born in Montague City, MA on July 26, 1944, he was the son of the late Walter and Catherine (Croake) Donahue. Mike grew up in Millers Falls, MA and graduated from Mahar Regional High School in Orange, MA. After high school, he enlisted in the United States Army where he served as Mater Sergeant and then continued in the Army Reserves until 1995, serving his country for over 27 years. He attended St. Francis College in Maine where he earned a bachelor's degree in education and played baseball for 4 years. He later continued his education and earned his master's degree from Keene State College....

Shirley Mae Hull (Fifield), 71, a resident of Gilsum passed away peacefully and quietly on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, with the love of family near at the Jack Byrne Center in Lebanon. She was born a daughter to the late Julia Powell (Battles) and George Fifield on March 2, 1954, in Hanover. Shirley was educated locally and graduated from Keene High School, class of 1972. On February 17, 2006, Shirley exchanged vows with Michael Hull. They had a simple ceremony in Gilsum. She enjoyed her time working at Smiths Medical as their customs specialist for 25+ years until she retired in 2019. Shirley found joy in life's simple pleasures- spending time with her beloved pets, cooking meals that...

Michael Patrick Donahue, 81, of Keene, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. Born in Montague City, MA on July 26, 1944, he was the son of the late Walter and Catherine (Croake) Donahue. Mike grew up in Millers Falls, MA and graduated from Mahar Reginal High School in Orange, MA. After high school, he served his country in the United States Army and then the Army Reserves until he was honorably discharged. He attended St. Francis College in Maine where he earned a bachelor's in education and then continued his degree at Keene State College where he earned a master's degree. On October 14,1966, Mike married the love of his life, Cynthia A. Burril, at St. Mary's Catholic...

Donald "Don" James Lambert, 71, a resident of North Swanzey, passed away peacefully and quietly on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, with the love of family by his side at Cheshire Medical Center in Keene. Born on January 20, 1954, in Rhode Island. Don enjoyed his time working for Troy Mills for 15 plus years as a mechanic until he retired in 2002. Prior, Don worked on building pools from the ground up and did carpentry. He has a deep love for the outdoors and spent much of his time hunting, fishing, and taking walks in nature. Above all, he was a devoted family man who cherished every moment with his loved ones. Mr. Lambert is survived by his wife, Cynthia R. (Williams) Lambert of Troy,...

A complete obituary to follow. Services are under the care of Cheshire Family Funeral Home. www.cheshirefamilyfh.com

A complete obituary to follow. Services are under the care of Cheshire Family Funeral Home. www.cheshirefamilyfh.com

Philip L. Davis Jr. "Butch", 60, a lifelong resident of Keene died peacefully with his family by his side on Thursday October 30, 2025, at Tufts Medical Center in Boston. Butch was born on August 19, 1965, to Janet (Symonds) Derosier and Philip L Davis Sr at Elliott Community Hospital in Keene. He attended local schools and was a graduate of the class of 1985 from Keene High School. Butch worked for many years as an auto mechanic and after making the difficult decision to leave mechanics and Leon's Auto Center, he ultimately pursued his true passion of tree work taught to him by his father and assumed the role of owner and operator of Phil's Tree Service. Butch expanded the business and...