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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...

Virginia Irene Mcgee

Virginia Irene Mcgee

May 10, 2025

Virginia “Ginni” McGee, 64, died peacefully in her home in Rochester, New Hampshire on May 10. She was a beloved sister, aunt, godmother, and friend. Ginni grew up in Melrose, Massachusetts and was a graduate of St. Mary’s School, Melrose High School, and Salem State College. Growing up, she was active in Campfire Girls, the Lieutenant Norman Prince Drum &...

Paula Wolfinger

Paula Wolfinger

May 10, 2025

Lebanon, ME- Paula Nancy (Fryou) Wolfinger passed from this life on Saturday, May 10, 2025 surrounded by family members, at Wentworth Douglass Hospital in Dover NH. She was 70 years old. Born on June 28, 1954 in Lynn Massachusetts to Lee Anthony and Irene (Jenkins) Fryou, Paula was one of ten children. Paula attended Classical High School in Lynn and...

Susan Velvet Dunn

Susan Velvet Dunn

May 9, 2025

Susan Velvet Dunn (Noyes), a gifted artist, loving wife, devoted mother, and gentle spirit, passed away peacefully at home in Gonic, New Hampshire on May 9, 2025. She was 73 years old. Born on October 31, 1951, in Newburyport, Massachusetts, Susan lived a life filled with creativity, compassion, and intention. As a painter and mixed media artist, her work included...

Michael D. Waskiewicz

Michael D. Waskiewicz

May 6, 2025

ROCHESTER, N.H. — Michael D. Waskiewicz, 87, died peacefully on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, following a period of declining health. Born on October 21, 1937, in Ashburnham, Mass., Mike was the son of the late Michael S. and Georgianna T. (Vachowski) Waskiewicz. He attended Ashburnham grammar schools and spent two years at Cushing Academy Prep School before moving to Baldwinville,...

Richard G. Howard

Richard G. Howard

May 3, 2025

Rochester – Richard G. Howard, 59, passed away Saturday, May 3, 2025, at his home. Born November 22, 1965, in Manchester, NH, the son of the late Charles and Janet (Drinkwater) Howard. Richard had spent many years working as an equipment operator in construction. Many know him by the nickname of Sleddog. In his free time, he enjoyed riding motorcycles,...

Collette L. Ledlow

Collette L. Ledlow

Apr 28, 2025

Collette L. Ledlow, 78, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, strength, and unwavering love. Born on November 10, 1946, in Lewiston, Maine, she was the beloved daughter of Antonio and Georgette (Lachance) McCarthy. Collette graduated from Lisbon High School, class of 1964, in Lisbon, Maine. She graduated from Barber College and relocated to...

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