The Caledonian-Record

Jean M. Roy,60, of Littleton, NH passed away on Thursday October 14, 2021, at Littleton Regional Hospital. Jean was born on August 31, 1961, in Jamaica Plain, MA. She is the daughter of Robert and Lucille Tinder. She is survived by her husband Rudolph Roy of Littleton, NH, her four daughters Tanya Matthew and husband Mike Matthew of Hollis, ME, Melissa Roy of Lyman, NH, Jessica Roy of Littleton, NH, and Jasmine Roy of Littleton, NH, and her son Christian Roy Littleton, NH, sister Donna Tinder of Everett, MA and a brother Robert Tinder of Shirley, MA. As well as her 17 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her son Robert J. Tinder, her mother Lucille Tinder,...

Lebanon, NH -- Our mother, Ardell Allard Mansfield, passed away on October 2, 2021, three months shy of her ninety-ninth birthday. As one friend described my mother, she was a force of nature, a strong determined, outspoken woman with a sharp mind right to the end of her life. The most important thing to our mother was her family - her husband, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Ardell was born on January 8, l923 in Lyndon, Vermont at her parent's home. She lived an idyllic life with her four siblings on a beautiful dairy farm with a creek for swimming, her family church, and elementary school within walking distance. Her parents never owned a car, but our mother learned to...

Shane Anthony Tucker, 52, a longtime resident of Troy, died peacefully in his sleep at his home on Thursday, September 9, 2021. Shane was born in Greenville, ME, the loving son of Wayne M. and Patricia K. (Driscoll) Tucker, on October 16, 1968. He graduated from Littleton High School in 1987 where he played several sports, including golf and hockey. He graduated with honors from Wentworth Institute of Technology in Boston in 1991. While in college, Shane worked part-time as a security guard for Dana Farber Cancer Institute. One night he met Bobby Orr of the Boston Bruins who handed him an autographed poster of Orr in mid-flight scoring the winning goal in overtime against the St. Louis...

LITTLETON - David Roland Thompson, age 61, of Littleton, N.H., died peacefully on September 3, 2021 with his sister by his side at Concord Hospital - Laconia following a period of declining health. David was born in Littleton on May 13, 1960 to Roland E. Thompson and Joan R. Thompson and was a life-long resident of Littleton. Although David faced many challenges from an early age, his family was devoted to ensuring that he lived his best life. And he did enjoy life!! As a young boy, there were family camping trips, fishing with dad, boating with gramp and dad on Moore Dam, picnics and swimming at Forest Lake, vacations in Wells, Maine with dad and mom, and zipping through the snow covered...

David R. Thompson, age 61, of Littleton, NH died peacefully on September 3, 2021 at Concord Hospital in Laconia following months of declining health. A full obituary with service arrangements will be printed at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction and care of Pillsbury-Phaneuf Funeral Home and Crematorium, Littleton.

Vera Beatrice Andrews, 89, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 28, 2021, at the St. Francis Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Laconia, NH, after a period of declining health. The youngest of 8 children, she was born on May 10,1932, in Evansville, Vermont, the daughter of Walter and Mable (Bennett) Young. In her early life she lived with her family on farms in Brownington, VT, and later in Lancaster, NH. Vera attended the Lancaster Academy and graduated at the age of 17. It was there she met the love of her life and father of her five children. She married fellow classmate William "Bill" Andrews in 1956 and together they raised their children in Littleton, NH. A wonderful...

LITTLETON - Richard (Dick) Choate, 88, passed away August 5, 2021 at the Grafton County Nursing Home in North Haverhill, NH. Dick was born June 11, 1933 in Woodsville, NH to Raymond and Glenna (King) Choate. He grew up in Monroe, NH, graduating from McIndoes Academy. He served in the US Navy and later lived in Bristol, CT, Tucson, AZ, and then lived several years in Lisbon and Littleton, NH. As a teen, Dick did farm work for Landy Ward in Monroe. After his Navy days, he worked various jobs, including Pratt & Whitney, Connors & Hoffman Footwear, Suburban Propane, Warren Wetherbee and Irving Oil. In his later years, he enjoyed transporting vehicles for Littleton Chevrolet and...

Philip T Bell passed away on Sunday, July 25, 2021 surrounded by his family at the nonagenarian age of 95. Phil was born in Southampton, Bermuda at Green Mount on December 19, 1925. He was born to parents, Leslie Dunbar Bell and Annette (Ingham) Bell. Phil's father was a dentist and his mother a housewife and avid gardener residing in Bermuda. Phil was pre deceased by his brother Merrill Bell of England. His sister, Nora Kast, 98 years young, continues to live in Bermuda. Phil and his brother were educated in private schools. Merrill moved to England and Phil moved to the United States. At the age of 19, Phil moved to Connecticut and shortly after was drafted into the US Army. He...

Richard "Rick" Daley June 13, 1936 - July 10, 2021 Richard "Rick" Duane Daley, 85, died July 10, 2021 at his home in Littleton, New Hampshire. Born in Groveton, New Hampshire, to Raynold and Elizabeth Daley, Rick graduated from Groveton High School and earned his Bachelor's degree in biology and Master of Education from the University of New Hampshire. In 1960, Rick married Joel Ann "Jody" Duranty. Rick and Jody raised four children - Jill, John, James, and Jennifer. Rick taught at Littleton High School for many years before serving at LHS's guidance counselor for 38 years. Rick enjoyed music, skiing, golf, and most of all, his family and friends. Rick is survived by his wife, Jody;...

Alfred Douglas Sanel 82 Years old of Bedford, New Hampshire passed away at Mas-sachusetts General Hospital, surrounded by his family, on Friday, July 2, 2021. Alfred was born in Concord NH on Nov 27, 1938 to Edward and Elizabeth Sanel. At the age of thirteen, Alfred started working after school in the family business, Sanel Auto Parts. He worked hard to learn every aspect of the business and discov-ered his love for the company. Alfred graduated Concord High school in 1957, where he was voted "Best Dressed". After high school, Alfred immediately went to work full time for Sanel's. In 1960, Alfred enlisted in the NH Army National Guard. He served in the searchlight division, and was...

Edwina Patricia Dewey Cowles - Pat Littleton, NH Pat passed away peacefully at home June 23, 2021, surrounded by loved ones, at the age of 89. Born on February 26, 1932, in Suffern, NY. She married Don on August 7,1954 and together they moved to Littleton, NH in 1968. Pat received her teacher's certification from Plymouth State College and was a member of Nu Sigma Chi sorority. Pat taught at the Bethlehem Elementary School for 20 Years, retiring in 1991, after which she was a trustee of the Littleton Library for years. She loved entertaining, cooking, knitting, and shenanigans with her friends. Pat was predeceased by 2 sisters, Eileen, Sheila, her loving husband Don Sr and son Don...

Donald L. Johnson peacefully passed on May 27,2021. Donald was born on April 8th 1950, in Concord, Vt. to Lester G Johnson and Doris I (Fisher) Johnson. He graduated from Littleton High School in 1969. Donald is survived by: his wife of 30 years Lila, and a stepson Peter King and his wife Jennie: grandchildren - Damion Johnson and Kassidy, Makayla Johnson, Heather Paye and Cara Cardinal and her husband Dustin: great- grandchildren, Brayden and Arya Cardinal of Littleton, Braelynn, Greyson, all of Vt.. Donny would have been blessed this year with 2 more great-grandchildren. Donald is also survived by his sister Linda Johnson of Pahrump, NV, his brother Howard G Johnson: his two nephews...

GROVETON, NH - Ruth E. Dyke, 93, died on May 26, 2021, after a lengthy illness. Ruth was born on July 22, 1927, the daughter of Russell and Ina Stevens of Franconia, NH. She lived in Littleton for many years before moving to Connecticut with her husband, Henry Dyke, where she resided for 50 plus years, before returning to New Hampshire to live with her daughter, Donna Cornelius. While in Connecticut, she worked for Ramba Industries until her retirement. She was predeceased by her husband, Henry Dyke and one of her sons, Stephen Kelley. Ruth leaves behind her daughter, Donna Cornelius and her friend Arthur Larrivee of Groveton, NH; her son Ronald Kelley and wife Linda of Stewartstown,...

Audrey J. Molinar, age94, died on May 16, 2021 at The Morrison in Whitefield, New Hampshire. Audrey was born on October 9,1928 in Stamford, Connecticut. She was predeceased by her parents, John and Glad Molinar, arrd her sisters, Betty and Judith Molinar No family members survive. Audrey was a longtime resident of the Town of Randolph, New Hampshire, having moved there a number of years ago. Her home had been a summer residence, and then a permanent residence of her parents. Audrey was very adventurous and she was never one that liked rules. She left home at avery early age and got married. It was soon realized that marriage only constrained her from her passions, so she divorced and...

Corene B. (Richardson) Pelletier, 81, of Lebanon, NH passed away unexpectedly on May 12, 2021 at the Jack Byrne Center with her beloved family by her side. Corene was born on May 30, 1939 with her twin sister Irene to Ira and Cora Richardson. She grew up in the Lebanon area and attended Lebanon High School, graduating in 1957. She participated in basketball, field hockey and softball. She met her husband, Edward Pelletier, while working at Petco Gas Station. They married on October 18, 1958 and settled in Lebanon where they raised their four children. She held various secretarial and administrative positions at First National Bank of Lebanon, CRREL, Gateway Motors, RSD Leasing, and Mascoma...

Bethlehem, NH - Ann Sykes, longtime resident of Bethlehem died Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at The Lafayette Center in Franconia following a lengthy illness. She was born in New York City, NY a daughter of William and Rita Delaney. She was educated in a Catlholic Primary school in NYC and graduated from Minerva High School in Olmstedville, NY in 1955. Ann married David Sykes in 1956. Together they raised their family in Higganum, Connecticut and welcomed extended family for holidays, special occasions, or whenever there was a need. Family vacations always involved camping and Ann and Dave dreamed of owning and running their own campground. In 1989, they made their dream a reality when they...

Brenda Sue (Henley) Schlenker, 63, of Littleton, NH, passed away peacefully on Monday March 29th, 2021 at the Jack Byrne Center for Palliative and Hospice Care at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, NH with her loved ones by her side. Brenda was born in Woodsville, NH on August 16th, 1957 to the late Eva (Lord) Lauderbaugh and Clarence Henley, a US Navy veteran. She attended Littleton High School and graduated with the Class of 1975. She remained in Littleton and was married to the love of her life, Al Schlenker, for 36 years. Anyone who spent time with Brenda knew that she had a big heart and cared for many people in her life. She also loved nature and animals and...

Littleton - Gordon L. Fisher passed away on March 24th 2021 after a long standing illness. Gordon was born to Roland and Lorraine Fisher (Griffin ) on April 18th 1964 in Littleton N. H. He was predeceased by both parents and brothers Jerry L. and Douglas N. Fisher. Gordon leaves behind his wife Barbara Fisher, two daughters Kari Ann Rives and Kristi Grimard and 5 grandchildren. Gordon is also survived by his much loved sister Elizebeth Chase , brothers Richard Laflam , Reginald (Emily ) Laflam , Albert , Eddie ( Susan), Dale, and Rex Fisher, as well as many beloved nieces and nephews . He also leaves behind his much loved pets. Gordon spent his entire life in construction trades working for...

93, formerly of Littleton, NH passed away on February 23, 2021 at The Inn of Freedom Square following a brief illness. Pauline was born March 6, 1928 in Lyndon, VT the daughter of Carlton and Velma (Roberts) Basnar. She attended school in East Burke and graduated from Lyndon Institute. She was married to Everett Winslow for 63 years until his death in 2011. Pauline was a telephone operator for New England Telephone retiring in 1982 after 30 years of service. She was an avid knitter, and many people wore Grammy Polly Knits. She is survived by her son Russell and Jaime Winslow of Santa Fe, NM; her daughter Diane and John Gramatikas of Manchester, NH; four granddaughters Kerri Winslow of...

Susan Kilby (nee Erb, Herzog), beloved wife, mother, sister, teacher and friend passed away peacefully at Golden View nursing home following a valiant battle with Alzheimer's. She was born in Haverhill, NH to Frederick (Doc) and Ellen Erb. Being their daughter was a source of pride to Sue as her parents were fixtures in their North Country community of Landaff NH, where she grew up with her siblings Doug, Mary and Tom. Sue graduated from Lisbon Regional High School and went on to receive her Bachelors in Education from the University of New Hampshire. A lifelong teacher, she never stopped pursuing her own education, eventually receiving a Masters in Education from Plymouth State...