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Jane Heath

Jane Heath

Jun 26, 2025

Jane Heath, a lifelong resident of Lebanon, Maine, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 26th, 2025, at the age of 93. Jane was born on September 14th, 1931, in Lebanon, Maine to the late Joseph F Allison and Iva (Dockham) Allison. Jane worked for many years as a dedicated factory worker at Pratt and Whitney, retiring in 1999. Jane found...

Katherine Phyllis Dupont

Katherine Phyllis Dupont

Jun 24, 2025

Katherine “Kathy” Phyllis Dupont (née Chambers) Passed away peacefully on June 24, 2025 after a long and courageous battle with lung disease. Daughter of the late Wanita Chambers and the late Nathan Chambers, sister of the late Marylou Chambers and the late Keith Chambers, Kathy was the mother of the late David Sullivan, the beloved wife and partner of 40...

Beatrice Marie Doyon

Beatrice Marie Doyon

Jun 23, 2025

Rochester- Beatrice Marie Doyon, 86, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 23, 2025, after a period of failing health. Born on November 16, 1938, in Rochester, New Hampshire, Beatrice was the daughter of the late Arthur Potvin and Jeanette (Camary) Huntress. She dedicated her professional life to Thompson Tool, where she worked as a Tool Crib Manager. Beatrice found joy...

Sandra Sampson

Sandra Sampson

Jun 20, 2025

It is with a heavy heart that we share the passing of Sandra L (Freeman) Sampson. Sandra, 60, passed away at home on June 20, 2025. She was born in York, Me to Myron Freeman of York and Drusilla (Ely) and Frank Daniels of Kittery, Me. Sandra was a beloved wife, a dedicated mother, and the best grandmother, sister, daughter,...

Richard P. Sleeper

Richard P. Sleeper

Jun 17, 2025

Rollinsford – Richard P. “Rick” Sleeper, 72, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2025, after a period of declining health. Born on July 30, 1952, in Dover, New Hampshire, Rick was the son of the late Stephen and Virginia (Bedard) Sleeper. Richard is survived by his beloved wife of 17 years, Anne (Michaud) Sleeper; his daughter, Sarah Argus and her...

Marie A. King

Marie A. King

Jun 14, 2025

During the early hours of June 14th Marie slipped peacefully into eternal sleep. She was accompanied by her son Philip and daughter-in-law Emily. Marie was born in Sicily to her parents Vincenzo and Giuseppina. At the age of five her family moved to the United States. First arriving in New York and eventually settling in Massachusetts. The majority of her...

Russell Hardy

Russell Hardy

Jun 11, 2025

Russell “Rusty” Hardy passed away unexpectedly on June 11, 2025, while hiking Pikes Peak in Colorado, a summit he had long dreamed of reaching. With the sky above him and the trail beneath his feet, he left this world doing what he loved most: exploring the wild with wonder in his eyes and freedom in his soul. Born on October...

Marie Rose Tilton

Marie Rose Tilton

Jun 11, 2025

Marie Rose Tilton {Zette} 92, wife of the late Richard Tilton Sr. passed away on June 11 at The Residences at Silver Square in Dover, New Hampshire. Marie was born on September 15, 1932 to Paul Amedee and Catherine Marcelle Mastorgio in Saint Mihiel ,France. Marie was the eighth of eleven children. Marie married Richard Tilton in St. Mihiel, France...

Anne M. Hansen

Anne M. Hansen

Jun 8, 2025

Anne Marie (Horan) Hansen passed away peacefully on June 8, 2025. Born on November 16, 1938, in Washington, DC, Anne lived a life defined by service, love, and joyful connection. Though she held many jobs—from aerospace typist to community service roles—her true vocation was people. She was a tireless supporter of friends, family, and strangers alike, offering help, laughter, and...

Jay A. Ducharme

Jay A. Ducharme

Jun 7, 2025

Jay A. Ducharme Jay The loving son of Norman and Jean Ducharme and fourth of six children, including Gail Arndt, Steve, Tim and Cheryl Patch. His older brother Tom died in 2023. He has two daughters, Tanya Walker of North Carolina and Shawna Ducharme of Somersworth. Jay grew up happy at the frog pond with his friends from the neighborhood...

Paul Vaillancourt

Paul Vaillancourt

Jun 4, 2025

It is with heavy hearts and deep sadness that we announce the passing of Paul S. Vaillancourt on June 4th, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. Paul's strength and resilience throughout his journey were truly inspirational. Paul was born on July 8th,1962, in Gardner, MA. During his life, Paul embarked on various career paths, but it was in carpentry...

Donald E. Nickless, Jr.

Donald E. Nickless, Jr.

May 27, 2025

Rochester – Donald E. Nickless, Jr., 65, passed away at his home following a period of failing health. Born March 14, 1960, in Rochester, he was the son of the late Donald Nickless, Sr. and Claudette (Corbin) Nickless. Throughout Don’s life he enjoyed fishing, listening to music, and reading. Members of his family include his siblings Susan Dimond and husband...

Barbara Lorraine Smith

Barbara Lorraine Smith

May 18, 2025

Barbara Lorraine (Lord) Smith went home to Jesus on Saturday, May 18, 2025, in New Durham, New Hampshire, at the age of 92. Born on August 25, 1932, in Queens, New York, Barbara was the eldest child of George Templeton, Sr. and Isabelle Ferhald (Hibbard) Lord. She was the loving sister of George Jr. (deceased), her twin Carole (deceased), and...

Richard D. Rogers

Richard D. Rogers

May 14, 2025

Richard D. Rogers, 73, of Rochester passed away Wednesday May 14, 2025, at Wentworth Douglass Hospital following a period of failing health. Born March 30, 1952, in Rochester, NH he was the son of the late Richard M. and Dorothy (Dolan) Rogers. Rick was a local business owner, craftsman and sign maker for many years, handmaking neon and custom wood...

Joseph F. Pelletier

Joseph F. Pelletier

May 13, 2025

Joseph F. Pelletier, Sr. of Dover, NH passed away at the age of 88 on Tuesday May 13, 2025, after a brief stay the Highpoint Hospice House in Haverhill, MA. Born March 26, 1937, in Walpole, MA, the son of the late Emile and Marie (Fournier) Pelletier. He was Married for 65 ½ years to the love of his life...

Wendy Dore

Wendy Dore

May 12, 2025

Rochester- Wendy Dore, 69, passed away on Monday, May 12th, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born June 27, 1955, in Lewiston, Maine, Wendy was the cherished daughter of the late Robert Greenleaf Sr. and Madeline (Cash) Greenleaf. A passionate learner, Wendy earned her bachelor’s degree in history from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Her compassion and dedication...

Dorian Gabriel Hey

Dorian Gabriel Hey

May 12, 2025

Rochester – Dorian Gabriel Hey, 22, passed away Monday May 12, 2025, at Frisbie Memorial hospital. Born March 7, 2003, in Dover, NH the son of Jesse Hey and the late Samantha (Caron) Woods. Dorian was a creative soul who expressed himself through his own podcast, where he shared thoughtful conversations and unique perspectives. He was passionate about music, a...

Wilfred Charles Cyr Jr.

Wilfred Charles Cyr Jr.

May 11, 2025

Wilfred Charles Cyr, Jr. 100 years young, passed away after a short illness at Frisbie Memorial Hospital in Rochester New Hampshire on Sunday, May 11, 2025. Wilfred was born on June 9, 1924 in Waterville, Maine to Wilfred C. Cyr and Melvina M. Cyr. Wilfred attended St. Francis de Sales parochial school where he learned to play hockey with the...

Judy Ann White

Judy Ann White

May 10, 2025

Lebanon, ME – Judy Ann White, 78, left this Earth for a “dinner date with Lonnie” on Saturday, May 10, 2025, following a period of failing health at the Dover Center for Health & Rehabilitation. Born March 5, 1947, in Rochester, NH she was the daughter of the late Robert and Dorothy (Roberts) Randall and sister to Robert Jr. She...

Bryon S. Cummiskey

Bryon S. Cummiskey

May 10, 2025

Bryon S. Cummiskey of Rochester, N.H. passed away on May 10, 2025 from complications of Parkinson's Disease. Bryon was born on May 13, 1947. He was known to have an extraordinary sense of wit. Bryon played basketball and other sports at Spaulding High School. He was proud to say that he played basketball at the Boston Gardens. He loved the...

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