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Ruth M. Bushway, 92, passed away on January 5th, 2026 at The Springfield Hospital in Springfield, VT, after a long and vibrant life filled with family, friends, and music. She was born on July 30th, 1933 in Charlestown, New Hampshire to Gordon H. Bashaw, Sr. and Ida L. (Kinney) Bashaw. Ruth grew up in Charlestown, NH and graduated from Charlestown High School in 1951. She married Robert E. (Bob) Bushway that same year and they were happily married for 65 years until Bob's passing in 2016. In addition to raising her two children, Ruth spent most of her adult life doing office work at a variety of local businesses including Holstein Fresien in Brattleboro, VT, Bragg Lumber in Bellows Falls,...

Diane C. Ring, 82, of Old Stage Road in Langdon, NH, died September 23, 2025, at the Cheshire Medical Center. She was born in Poughkeepsie, NY, on August 8, 1943 the daughter of Truman and Glennia (Osier) Cirone. She was pre-deceased by her parents, her brother Ronald Cirone of CT, and her sister Vanessa Fifield of VT. She married Raymond S. Ring on June 26, 1987, and lost him in 2012. She is survived by her four children: Angela Anderson of NH, Bud Anderson of FL, Erik Anderson of NY, Melissa Salisbury of NH; two step-children: Rose Peluso of CT, Doug Ring of NH; and ten grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. She loved sewing, cooking and baking, gardening, and her dogs, cats,...

Maura Brady Garoutte of Charlestown, NH passed away peacefully at home on December 27, 2024, after battling a long illness. Maura was born in New Haven, CT on March 3, 1954, to the late John and Lillian Brady. She spent her youth in Hamden, CT, before moving to NH. Maura is survived by her children, Matthew Kaiser, Bethany Kaiser, John (Maura) Garoutte; grandchildren, Camden and Brayden Kaiser; siblings, John (Mary) Brady, James (Molly) Brady, Kathleen (Derek) Bratton, Carol (Don) Lewis, Thomas (Linda) Brady, and Rita (Joseph) Cosgrove and many nieces and nephews. Maura was pre-deceased by her beloved husband, John Marion (Mike) Garoutte and nephew, Luke VanRanst. After graduating from...

Krystee Lee (Ward) Quaile, affectionately known as "Sweet Pea," passed away on November 3, 2024, at the age of 38. She was born on August 5, 1986, in Keene, New Hampshire, the daughter of Bruce E. and Melony (Enman) Ward. Krystee was a cherished mother, daughter, sister, and friend. Krystee graduated from Fall Mountain Regional High School and pursued further studies at SUNY Cobleskill College of Agriculture and Technology. A passionate equestrian, Krystee found joy and solace in horseback riding, a hobby that reflected her love for animals and the outdoors. Krystee is survived by her son, Carter K Quaile; her parents; her brothers, Jeremy R. Ward (Caitlin) and their children Kamryn,...

Brenda Hannigan Maxim of Charlestown, New Hampshire, passed away unexpectedly on September 23, 2024. She was born November 4, 1961 in Brockton, Massachusetts and grew up in the Plymouth/Halifax area with her three older sisters. She was a lifelong animal lover and had a beloved quarter horse named Kelly. She enjoyed spending time in the woodshop with her father and treasured family time. Brenda married Henry Maxim on April 10, 1982 and began their lives together in Massachusetts. The couple bred, raised, and raced greyhounds for many years. In 1989, they moved to Charlestown, New Hampshire, with their three year old daughter, Rachel. Their son, Corey was born soon after and their daughter...

Roberta Louise Morin died on June 26,2024 at Elm Wood Nursing Home in Claremont NH. Roberta, born March 21, 1937 in Claremont was the eldest of Lyford and Mary Louise's three daughters. She attended St Mary High School and graduated in 1956. Shortly after graduation Roberta moved to Keene and eventually began working at Cheshire Medical Center. She spent 25 years working in the mail room and was honored at a retirement event when she retired. After retirement she began volunteering in earnest: knitting bonnets for newborns and blankets for shut ins and collecting reading books for young children. Roberta contributed nearly 5000 hours working with RSVP. where she gained many long-time...

Tom Bascom, 85, formerly of Charlestown NH, passed away at home in Mesa AZ with family by his side on May 28th, 2024 after a period of failing health. Tom was born on July 7, 1938 to Merton and Charlotte Bascom and raised in Charlestown. He and his wife Lauria (Poisson) raised their family on East Street before moving to the sunshine of Arizona in 1988. Tom was a proud member of Old #4 Fire & Hose Company from 1962 to 1988 and worked for the NHDOT until his retirement far, far away from the snow and ice of NH. In retirement he and Lauria enjoyed traveling in their RV, exploring the natural wonders of the country and welcoming winter refugees to their Mesa home. His extensive collection...

Andre' (Andy) Victor Dufresne passed away at the age of 77, following a period of failing health on March 9, 2024 at Valley Regional Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was born on August 8, 1946 in Hardwick, VT, to Norbert and Mabel (Richardson) Dufresne. Andy was named after a blessed cousin, Brother Andre' Bessette who was canonized into sainthood in October 2010 in Italy at the Vatican which he and his sister Bernice attended. Andy grew up on the family farm in Putney, VT, and graduated from Brattleboro Union High School in 1964. Upon graduating, he entered the US Navy. He served from 1964 to 1967 on the USS Albany and then the USS Yosemite where he held the rank of IC3. ...

Martha 'Marti' Mortenson passed away March 3, 2024, in Keene NH surrounded by her loving family. Marti was born on December 30, 1933. She grew up in Keene with her parents, Clyde and Mabel Clark, until they were tragically killed in the infamous Cocoanut Grove fire in Boston when she was just 8 years old. Her sister Ann (15) survived the fire, but she, Martha and younger sister Carol (3) were sadly separated. John and Christine Peterson of Keene then raised her as their daughter, later adopting her in her adulthood. Marti was an outgoing and successful young woman. At an early age Marti became enamored with the performing arts world. She played the piano, sang in an acapella group and...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Normand Robert Beaudry, a beloved brother, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend. Born on January 21,1936, Normand passed away after a period of failing health on February 28, 2024, surrounded by the love of his family and a longtime friend, at Maplewood Nursing Home in Westmoreland, NH. Born in Newport Center, VT, to Emile and Estelle, Normand was one of twelve children, ten brothers and two sisters. He often reminded us that it was on Pearl Harbor Day, December 7, 1941 that he and his family moved to Charlestown. Norm attended the local schools and in 1953, he graduated from Charlestown High School. He enjoyed a...

DeAnna L. Colburn, 39, of Walpole, NH passed unexpectedly on February 25, 2024. She was born in Claremont, NH September 29, 1984, and grew up with Debra (Sanborn) Stillson, her mother. DeAnna loved crocheting, hiking, the beach, baking, animals, and reading. She was the master scheduler at GreenSource Fabrications. DeAnna is survived by her husband, Kevin J. Colburn, her children, Violet and Elizabeth (Emerson) Colburn, and her brothers, Frank Sanborn and Justin Clough, along with aunts, uncles, and cousins. Join loved ones at Charlestown Memorial Chapel, 34 Main Street, Charlestown, on Monday, March 4th from 5 to 7 PM.

On Saturday, January 20th Roland "Rollie" Shute passed away following a period of failing health at Charlene Manor in Greenfield, MA. He was born on June 8, 1932, the son of Merle and Alice Shute in Unity, NH. He graduated from Stevens High School in Claremont, NH in 1952. He was a proud veteran having served in the Army for 2 years from 1953 to 1955. Rollie married Gail J. Goodrich on October 18. 1958. They moved to Greenfield, MA with their 4 children in 1964 where they spent 65 happy years together. Rollie was employed for several years at Millers Falls Tool Company. Following this he had a 25 year career with Prudential, retiring on June 10, 1994. Dad had a love for golf and spent...

Ronald J. Talbot, 82, of Charlestown, NH passed away on Friday, January 5, 2024 at Valley Regional Hospital. He was born in Keene, NH on May 5, 1941 the son of Russell and Mary Talbot. He graduated from Keene High School in 1961. Ron was a life member of the Loyal Order of the Moose in Keene. He had his own Private Detective Agency in the 1980's and 90's. He loved to play pitch and cribbage. He was predeceased by his parents, Russell and Mary; brothers, Douglas and Daniel Talbot; wife, Nancy Hauptman Talbot and stepson, Eric Hauptman. Ron is survived by his wife, Barbara Page Talbot; brother, Gary Talbot; daughter, Heidi Cormier Belletete, son, Scott Talbot and his wife, Stacy; two...

Ronald J. Talbot, 82, of Charlestown, NH passed away on Friday, January 5, 2024 at Valley Regional Hospital. He was born in Keene, NH on May 5, 1941 the son of Russell and Mary Talbot. He graduated from Keene High School in 1961. Ron was a life member of the Loyal Order of the Moose in Keene. He had his own Private Detective Agency in the 1980's and 90's. He loved to play pitch and cribbage. He was predeceased by his parents, Russell and Mary; brothers, Douglas and Daniel Talbot; wife, Nancy Hauptman Talbot and stepson, Eric Hauptman. Ron is survived by his wife, Barbara Page Talbot; brother, Gary Talbot; daughter, Heidi Cormier Belletete, son, Scott Talbot and his wife, Stacy; two...

Our Mother, Irene (Kinney) Baker, aged 95 (and 1/2 she'd tell you!) of Charlestown passed away at her home on November 18, 2023. She lived her life for her family & spared no effort to help us whenever we asked. We owe all successes in life to our mom, who was beautiful inside & out. She was kind, generous & gracious with a touch of rowdy & a streak of vanity. She was the life of the party & loved to play pranks & tell "naughty" jokes. She was described recently as "sparkly." She was a fantastic seamstress & had artistic talents in many areas, constructing amazing holiday displays & remarkable costumes. Irene spent years creating gorgeous crafts &...

Our Mother, Irene (Kinney) Baker, aged 95 (and 1/2 she'd tell you!) of Charlestown passed away at her home on November 18, 2023. She lived her life for her family & spared no effort to help us whenever we asked. We owe all successes in life to our mom, who was beautiful inside & out. She was kind, generous & gracious with a touch of rowdy & a streak of vanity. She was the life of the party & loved to play pranks & tell "naughty" jokes. She was described recently as "sparkly." She was a fantastic seamstress & had artistic talents in many areas, constructing amazing holiday displays & remarkable costumes. Irene spent years creating gorgeous crafts &...

Sharee May Nelson, of Bellows Falls, VT passed away on September 23, 2023, surrounded by her children. She was born in Keene, NH on September 29, 1954, the daughter of Donald and Mary (Bradbury) Nelson. Sharee was a school bus driver for the Bellows Falls school district. Her family includes her children, Todd Bellefeuille of Alstead, NH, Laura Bellefeuille of Bellows falls, VT, April (Bellefeuille) Putnam of Walpole, NH, Mindy Sault of Bellows Falls, VT and Mandy (Sault) Holland of Waverly, RI; siblings, Wayne Nelson of Winchester, NH, Danny Nelson of Keene, NH and Susan Smith of Shelburne, NH and 12 grandchildren. She was predeceased by her parents and brother, George Nelson. Services...

Robert Fred Gustafson, of Unity, NH and formerly of Higganum, CT passed away at home on September 15, 2023 with his family by his side, at the age of 92. He was born April 22, 1931, in Middletown, CT. He was the fifth child in a family of eight children. He attended local schools and graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School in the class of 1950. He worked for a short time for the City of Middletown CT in public works. He started a long career with Southern New England Telephone Co in Middletown CT for 37 years. After retiring, he went on to work for the State of CT in the parks dept for 12 years retiring at the age of 72. He loved the outdoors and was an avid hunter. When his sons...

Douglas Keith Murray, 79, of Laconia, NH died Friday evening August 18, 2023 at the Taylor Community. He was born on September 13, 1943, the son of Clayton Albert Murray Jr. and Anita Mae Leckner of Claremont, NH. He attended Claremont schools and graduated from Stevens High School in 1962. He joined the Air Force serving from 1962 to 1966. During these years he was stationed in California at Mather Air Force Base and Malmstrom Air Force Base in Great Falls, Montana. During this time, he met his wife, Carolyn Leap in Great Falls and married on September 4th, 1965. They lived in Great Falls until his discharge in June 1966. For employment, he worked at Holsom Bakery for a few months...

Kathi G. Howard Rheaume passed away on April 29, 2023 at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, NH, at the age of 61, surrounded by friends and family. Kathi was born on January 23, 1962 at Claremont General Hospital in Claremont, NH, the daughter of Roger C Howard and Dianna L (Lord) Howard. She grew up in Charlestown, graduated from FMRHS in 1980, and then attended Keene State College. She met her husband, Terry R Rheaume and they married in August 1983 and moved to Claremont NH where they lived for over thirty years. They had one daughter, Kerri A (Rheaume) Quick, who was born in 1984. In May 1988, Kathi graduated from NH Technical College in Claremont with an associate degree in...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our mother, Karin Lisischeff. She passed away on the morning of April 1, 2023 in her home in Venice, FL after a long, courageous battle with cancer. Karin was born in Wernigerode, East Germany on September 24, 1943 the daughter of Karl and Ursula (Wiechmann) Begert. As a young woman, she immigrated from Germany to the United States, where she met her husband of almost 45 years, Christopher, who predeceased her in 2009. Christopher and Karin lived in North Canton, CT, where they raised their three children. Karin worked for Cigna for 29 years. She made many friends and enjoyed her work. When not working, Karin and family enjoyed...