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David A. "Dave" Lawley, 67, of Londonderry, NH passed away unexpectedly on Monday, May 16th, 2022 at his home. Dave was born on April 28, 1955 to Georgianna (Vance) and Donald James Lawley. He was raised in Southwest Philadelphia, PA and King of Prussia and attended local schools. Dave started in the mailroom of Oxford Health Plans in August 1987, where he quickly became to "go-to person". He was known to everyone who worked there as Norton and he was loved by all. He married the love of his life, Deirdre (Murphy) on October 11, 1991 and the couple moved from Connecticut to raise their family in Londonderry, NH. Dave went on to spend his 35-year career with Jones Lang LaSalle-United Health...

Mary Kathryn (Fallon) Sieve, 81, of Windham, NH passed away on Monday, May 9th, 2022 at Grace House of Windham. She was born on August 14, 1941 to Genevieve (Mayou) and Ambrose Fallon. Mary was raised in Rochester, Minnesota, graduated from Lourdes High School, and went on to earn her Bachelor's in Education from St. Teresa's College in Winona, MN. Mary worked as a first-grade teacher until she married the love of her life, Arlon Sieve on June 27, 1964. Upon starting their family, Mary became a stay-at-home mom. Once her children were grown, she attended Northeastern University, where she earned her Medical Records degree. Mary worked as a Medical Records Technician at Crittenden Hospital...

Russell Paul "Russ" Leonard, 90, of Pelham, NH, passed away on Friday morning, April 8th, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. Born on August 23, 1931 to Rose (Bahsler) and Earl Leonard, Russell was a lifelong resident of Pelham, receiving his education locally and began working at a young age. Over the course of his many years and at the core of his many vocations, Russ was a farmer and a builder at heart. From his early years working on his parents' farm, he learned how to "grow" many things, literally, and figuratively. Along with the farm's cattle herds and poultry flocks, Russell grew his passion of farming by raising truckload quantities of fruits and vegetables and hauled them to...

Daniel Joseph Leach, 55, of Londonderry, NH, passed away unexpectedly in his home on March 20 2022. He was born in Framingham, MA on February 17, 1967, the son of the late Diane Randall and Robert Leach. He had been a resident of Londonderry for the past 17 years, formerly living in Sanford,ME and Waterboro, ME. Dan was raised and educated in Natick, MA. While in Natick he worked as a painter and roofer for several years. He then moved to Sanford, ME in 1996, where 3 of his 4 children were born. Later on, moving to Londonderry, NH, in 2005. Dan worked as a department head at Home Depot in Londonderry for several years before starting his own painting company, Renaissance Painting. Dan had...

Ed Draughn, 45, of Portsmouth, died from prostate cancer on Thursday, March 17 holding the hand of Jen, his loving wife of two weeks. Known as "Eddini" the Magician, he was a staple of downtown Portsmouth where he would perform magic and mentalism to entertain and amaze people as they walked by. Ed was born in Orlando, Florida to Beverely Draughn and Robert Draughn. He moved to New Hampshire in August 1994, after his father, Robert, passed away. He graduated from Portsmouth High School in 1996. Ed was drawn to the life of Harry Houdini at a young age and strived to be a great magician like him. He practiced escapes from handcuffs, water escapes where he was shackled like Houdini, and even...

Paul R. Taylor, 77, passed away unexpectedly, on March 9, 2022. Born on February 28, 1945, he is the son of Lillian Margeson and the late William Taylor. Paul grew up in Charlestown, MA and graduated from Simmonds High School in Warner, NH in 1965. Paul spent his career as a real estate investor. Paul is survived by his wife, Robin Hunkiar and stepson, Michael Hunkiar of Hudson, NH; his daughter, Alysa Mulligan and her husband Kenneth Mulligan, and 2 granddaughters, Kaylee and Kelsey of Pelham, NH. He is also survived by his siblings, Alan Taylor, Lauren Taylor, John Taylor, Teresa Taylor, and Murdo Margeson Jr, along with many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his brother William...

Kristin Marie Pfau, 28, of Londonderry, NH passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 23rd, 2022 at her home. She was born on April 28, 1993, in Arlington Heights, IL and spent the first few years of her life in Michigan. Her family made their home in Londonderry, NH in 2000, where she attended local schools and spent many years as a cheerleader for her town's youth teams, schools and competition teams. Kristin worked as an LNA for St. Jacinta's Healthcare and traveled to various nursing homes around southern New Hampshire. Her children were her world and she loved every minute spent with them. She is survived by her parents, Mark and Debra (Johnson) Pfau of Londonderry, NH; her...

On Friday afternoon, February 18th, 2022, the world lost Glenn F. Bilodeau, a nice man, who went through a lot in life and never complained. He survived a kidney transplant 4 years ago but succumbed to complications of COVID. Glenn was born on October 8th, 1954 to Arleen (Farrow) Roix and Harold Bilodeau. Glenn was raised and attended school in Salem, NH. He was employed at Pepsi as a truck driver for 40 years. In his spare time, he enjoyed mechanics and tinkering. Glenn also was an artist who loved to paint. He shared many memories of camping with his family at Hermit Island. He was a loving, caring, giving, generous person, who made everyone smile and laugh. He made friends everywhere...

Bertrand H. Duvernay, 85, of Salem, NH passed away on Friday morning, January 14th, 2022 at Parkland Medical Center in Derry, NH. He was born on February 12, 1936 to Yvonne (Metivier) and Achille Duvernay and was raised in Manchester, NH and attended local schools. After graduation, Bert enlisted in the United States Army, where he served in Germany. Under the GI Bill, he went on to attend New Hampshire College. Following his service, he married the love of his life Rachel and bought a home in Salem, NH, where he lived until his passing. Bert was an active member of the Salem community, where he held various positions, such as a Commissioner within the Salem Housing Authority and as the...

Lorraine L. (St. Pierre) Martin, 80 of Salem, NH, died Thursday at the Hanover Hill Nursing Home, Manchester, NH. Lorraine was born in Gorham, NH, where she grew up and was educated, attending St. Benedicts grammar school, and Notre Dame High School in Berlin, NH. She lived in Salem, NH for many years, having previously lived in Whitefield and Atkinson, NH. Lorraine was a retired VP for Salem Cooperative Bank and previously worked Indian Head Bank in Nashua. Roger and Lorraine also owned Martin's Food Basket in Whitefield for twelve years. She was previously the chairman of the board for Morrison Skilled Nursing in Whitefield, NH. She was an avid quilter. She traveled extensively with her...

Gennaro A. "Jerry" Ruocco, Jr, 75, of Windham, NH passed away on Thursday morning, December 9th, 2021 at Southern NH Medical Center. Jerry was born on May 29, 1946, to the late Victoria (Santabarbara) and Gennaro Ruocco. He was raised in New Haven, CT and attended local schools. He was an avid golfer, expert grass grower, and enjoyed playing bocce. Jerry started the Windham Soccer League and volunteered as a soccer and softball coach. He was involved with many organizations. Jerry was an American Patriot at heart. Jerry was a great Dad and Grandpa. He was a friend to all and will be greatly missed. In addition to his parents, Jerry was predeceased by his brothers, Frank and Thomas...

David C. Thompson Jr., 79 of Salem, NH, died Friday at Lawrence General Hospital, Lawrence, MA. Dave was born in Cambridge, MA, grew up and was educated in Lowell, MA. He entered the US Marine Corps, where he served for 6 years, then entered and retired from the US Army reserves. He was a resident of Salem, NH for many years. He was the son of David C. Thompson, Jr. and Dorothy (Graham) Thompson of Lowell, MA. Dave was a retired Letter Carrier for the Lowell, MA Post Office, where he worked for 22 years. Dave was a member and Past Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus, Bishop Peterson Council, #4442 Salem, NH. He was also a member and held officer roles in the following organizations,...

Louis Joseph Alterisio, 91, of Salem, NH passed away on Wednesday evening, November 10th, 2021 at the Salemhaven Nursing Home in Salem, NH surrounded by his loving family. Louie was born on August 1st, 1930, in Brighton, MA to Mary G. (Letourneau) and Louis Alterisio. He was raised in Watertown, MA, attended local schools, and following high school graduation, went on to enlist in the United States Air Force. Louie served during the Korean Conflict and worked as an aircraft mechanic. He went to continue his work on airplanes at Pratt & Whitney in Connecticut. It was there that he met Beverly J. Hart and the two were married on February 20th, 1954. The couple raised their family in...

Kenneth A. Atkinson, 87, passed away peacefully on November 9 , 2021, after a valiant three plus year battle with lung melanoma with his family by his side. Ken was born June 10, 1934 in Lawrence to the late Harold C. Atkinson and Sarah (Ogden) Atkinson. Raised in Lawrence, he attended Lawrence Public Schools, graduating as the Lawrence High School Class President of the Class of 1953. Ken served in the U.S Army from 1957-1958, serving in Germany. Ken found passion in athletics, he was an outstanding basketball player, holding the Lawrence High School single game scoring record at 36 points, before there "was a 3-point line". His personal record stood for many years following his...

Wayne A. Hall went home to be with his Jesus on November 6th, 2021. It was unexpected and God only knows why so soon. He will be greatly missed by his wife, Kristy L. Hall, family, and friends. A funeral service will be held on Friday, November 12th at 11am at the Manchester Christian Church, 56 Old Bedford Road, Bedford, NH 03110. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Harmony Home Ministry, P.O. Box 4094, Manchester, NH 03108. Arrangements are in the care of the Carrier Family Funeral Home, 38 Range Road, Windham, NH 03087. To leave a message of condolence, please visit www.carrierfuneralhome.com.

Marika Rose Steir passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family, on Thursday morning, October 28, 2021, following complications from pneumonia. Shortly after birth on September 6, 1986, she contracted meningitis resulting in multiple disabilities including being non ambulatory and non-verbal. Nevertheless, her intelligence, courage and spirit allowed her to be a pioneer for rights of people with disabilities. She was one of the first students with disabilities to attend Atkinson Academy and go on to be the first student to be mainstreamed at Timberlane Regional Middle and High Schools. She then went on to have a flourishing career supporting the elderly at her family's business,...

Elizabeth J. "Betty" (VanVliet) Leonard, 87, of Pelham, NH, passed away on Tuesday, October 12, 2021, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Betty was born on December 26, 1933, to the late Martin and Marion (Rowell) VanVliet in Manchester, NH, where she was also raised and educated. She attended Bates College in Maine and was capped as a nursing student. She graduated from Keene Teachers College with a degree in education. Returning to Manchester, Betty taught elementary school and was a member of The Order of the Eastern Star until she enlisted in the United States Air Force as a Second Lieutenant and served briefly until her honorable medical discharge. Passing the Civil Service...

Sister M. Antoinetta (Clorinda) Sinibaldi, 93, a Sister of Mercy for 62 years, died October 4, 2021. A native of Berlin, New Hampshire, she was the daughter of the late Pasquale and Antoinetta (DiProspero) Sinibaldi. Sister Antoinetta studied at Mount St. Mary College in Hooksett, New Hampshire. Her first ministry was as housekeeper at Marian Court College in Swampscott, Massachusetts. She then became the assistant to the administrator at the Motherhouse in Windham (now Warde Rehabilitation and Nursing Center), a position she held for almost twenty years. In 1986, she became administrator of the Motherhouse, retiring in 1991. After retirement, she remained active at Warde volunteering in...

Sister Gloria Morin (formerly Sister Mary Matthias Peter), 80, a Sister of Mercy for 62 years, died October 3, 2021, after a period of declining health. A native of Claremont, New Hampshire, she was the daughter of the late Ernest and Adele Rosia (Bonneau) Morin. Sister Gloria held a B.A. degree in Education from Mount Saint Mary College, Hooksett, New Hampshire, and an M.S. degree in Elementary Education from Wheelock College, Boston, Massachusetts. She was a dedicated educator who taught at St. Raphael School, Blessed Sacrament School, St. George School, St. Catherine School, and Mount Saint Mary Early Childhood Center (now Mount Saint Mary Academy) in Manchester, and Sacred Heart School...

Sister Bernadetta (Shirley) Marcotte, 83, a Sister of Mercy for 62 years, died September 8, 2021, after a period of declining health. A native of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, she was the daughter of the late Philippe J. and Lucille (Doucette) Marcotte. Prior to "Sister Bern's" entrance into the Sisters of Mercy she was employed as a loans officer at Hillsborough Finance Company and as a manager at Radio Station WKBR. Sister Bernadetta earned a B.A. degree in education from Mt. St. Mary College, Hooksett, New Hampshire and a M.Ed with a major in guidance from Salem State College, Salem, Massachusetts. For more than 24 years, Sister Bernadetta was a dedicated educator who taught in Catholic...

Kathleen Cecelia (Joyce) Shepherd, 75, passed away on August 28, 2021, in Haverhill, MA following a long period of declining health. Kathy was the youngest of seven children born to Edmund and Emma Joyce of Manchester, NH. She attended catholic schools, including the St. Joseph School for Girls and went on to graduate from Manchester Central High School. Kathy was employed as an Accounts Payable Supervisor at PSNH, then operated Plaza Snacks, at 1000 Elm Street, prior to retiring at age 52. Kathy was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She attended all her grandchildren's sporting events, plays, concerts and school functions. She loved cooking shows, and preparing meals for her...