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Herbert W Clark

Herbert W Clark

Jan 19, 2025

Herbert Willis Clark, age 90, passed away peacefully, with his loved ones by his side, on January 19, 2025. Born on May 24, 1934 in Strafford, NH he was the son of the late Herbert K Clark & Lyndall (Perkins) Clark. He graduated with the Spaulding Class of 1952, before joining the United States Army as a combat veteran of...

Jeffrey J. Harrison

Jeffrey J. Harrison

Jan 16, 2025

Farmington- Jeffrey Harrison, 82, passed away peacefully on Thursday January 16, 2025, at his home in Farmington, NH with his faithful K9 companion Kalani by his side, after a period of failing health. He was predeceased by his wife of 50 years, Claire Little Harrison. Jeffrey was born November 3, 1942, in Salem Massachusetts to the late Charles Harrison and...

Beth Lizotte

Beth Lizotte

Jan 14, 2025

North Berwick- Beth Lizotte, 60, passed away peacefully on Tuesday January 14, 2025, at Wentworth Douglass Hospital after a period of failing health. Beth was born November 14, 1964, and was the cherished daughter of the late Luke Lizotte and Margaret (Allen) Lizotte. Beth had a passion for cooking and baking, a gift she shared generously with her family and...

Robert William Sprague

Robert William Sprague

Jan 13, 2025

Acton Maine- Robert William Sprague Jr, 56, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday January 13, 2025, in Acton ME. Robert was born December 23, 1968, in Sanford ME, to the late Robert William Sprague Sr and Cecile A. (Chagnon) Sprague. Robert worked as a machine operator at Rand Whitney Container for many years, earning the respect and admiration...

Donald E. Chesnel

Donald E. Chesnel

Jan 12, 2025

Donald E. Chesnel passed away on January 12, 2025, in Portsmouth after a brief hospital stay. Don was born in Rochester on January 2, 1948, to the late Pauline Allaire Chesnel and Alphonse Chesnel. The oldest of four children, he grew up in Rochester and graduated from Holy Rosary High School in 1965. During his youth, he enjoyed participating in...

Russell Wayne Turner

Russell Wayne Turner

Jan 10, 2025

Russell Wayne Turner Jr, of Rochester, loving father, husband, and brother passed away peacefully in his home on January 10, 2025. Russ was the beloved son of the late Russell Wayne Turner Sr, his mother Anne Marie Gagnon of Rochester. He leaves behind his b**tch for life and partner of 5 years, Jessica, along with her two children Ryan, Isabella,...

Evelyn Maxfield

Evelyn Maxfield

Jan 10, 2025

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Evelyn (Nana) Maxfield (94). She left us peacefully on Friday January 10, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Evelyn was born in Somerville, M.A. on March 8, 1930 and is predeceased by her husband of 60 years, Joseph Armand (Maxie) Maxfield whom she married in 1950, her parents Daniel and...

Franklyn` Elbert Vosburg

Franklyn` Elbert Vosburg

Jan 5, 2025

Franklyn Elbert Vosburg was born in Worcester, MA on 17 October 1954. He died early Sunday morning, at home, on 5 January 2025. Death came suddenly, rapidly, without warning, as he prepared for bed. He was the oldest son of Karl V and Barbara Williams Vosburg. Franklyn graduated in 1974 from Blackstone Valley Vocational Technical High School. While enrolled in...

Donna Grenier

Donna Grenier

Jan 5, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved sister, Donna Grenier, who was taken from us on 1/5/2025 at the age of 62. She brought immeasurable joy and light into our lives with her kind heart, radiant smile, and boundless curiosity. Full of love, laughter, and resilience, she touched the lives of all who knew her. Donna’s life...

George W. Goodell

George W. Goodell

Jan 5, 2025

On Sunday, January 5th, 2025, our loving father George W. Goodell passed away peacefully in his sleep at 96 years old. He resided in Rochester, NH for most of his adult life where he made many friends. He will be sorely missed by his children, grandchildren, family and friends. George William Goodell was born on November 26, 1928. The only...

Francis J.` Cox

Francis J.` Cox

Jan 2, 2025

Francis J. Cox, 95, died Thursday Jan. 2, 2025 at his home with family by his side. He was born in Rochester on Aug. 14, 1929 the son of Lester and Angie (Garnett) Cox. He served in the US Army during the Korean War Stationed in Germany. He had been employed at Simplex Wire and Cable. Francis was very involved...

Donald J. Hebert

Donald J. Hebert

Jan 1, 2025

Donald J Hebert, born November 14, 1927 in Somersworth, NH passed away at the age of 97, on January 01, 2025 in his Briny Breezes, FL home with his wife by his side. Donald was the son to Louis and Marie (Rouleau) Hebert. Donald left high school to serve in the US Navy during WWII and later earned his high...

Jacqueline Audrey Brennan

Jacqueline Audrey Brennan

Dec 28, 2024

Jacqueline Audrey Brennan, 89, passed away Saturday December 28, 2024, at Wentworth Douglass Hospital following a period of failing health. Born September 10, 1935, in Beverly, MA, “Jackie” was the first child of the late John “Jack” and Claire (L’Italien) Bennett. The musical family moved to Rochester when Jackie was 10. They sang and performed skits on stage at the...

Linda A. Stevens

Linda A. Stevens

Dec 28, 2024

Rochester – Linda A. Stevens, 77, passed away Saturday December 28, 2024, at her home following a brief illness. Born August 31, 1947, in Arlington, MA, she was the daughter of the late Alden and Ella (Swanson) Trulson. Linda had worked as a secretary for UNH and later worked as a substitute teacher for the City of Rochester, and before...

Norma Faith Tufts

Norma Faith Tufts

Dec 25, 2024

Norma Faith Taber Tufts, 87, wife of the late Melvin Leroy Tufts, went peacefully to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Christmas morning, December 25, 2024. A native of New England, born in Weymouth, Massachusetts, and a longtime resident of Taylors, South Carolina, Norma was the daughter of the late Theodore Earle and Phebe Davis Taber. She...

Sheri Lehn

Sheri Lehn

Dec 24, 2024

Sheri Lehn,,61, passed away at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital, Dover, NH on Dec. 24, 2024. Born May 23, 1963, She graduated in 1981 from Wilso High School, West Lawn, PA. She graduated from Alvernia University with a bachelor’s degree in marketing. She worked for the US Postal Service in Rochester, NH. Family members include her father, the late Larry Lehn, Mother Carol...

Carolyn F. Ranagan

Carolyn F. Ranagan

Dec 19, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Carolyn Frances Ranagan on December 19th, 2024, at her home in Rochester NH. Carolyn is predeceased by her parents Albert and Mary Bickford as well as her husband Alfred Ranagan whom she was happily married to for almost 30 years. Carolyn is survived by brother Donald Bickford and his...

Vivienne L. Austin-Nickerson

Vivienne L. Austin-Nickerson

Dec 19, 2024

Vivienne L. Austin-Nickerson, 90, died Dec. 19, 2024 in Ocala Fl. She was born on September 18, 1934 in Rochester, NH the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Allie Story. Graduating from Hallowell High School in Maine, Class of 1953, She enlisted and served for three years in the Woman’s Air Force as Personnel Specialist. She was predeceased by her husband...

Dorothy Roy

Dorothy Roy

Dec 18, 2024

Dorothy Roy, lovingly known as Dottie, passed away peacefully in her sleep on December 18, 2024, at the age of 89. Born on July 21, 1935, in Brooklyn, NY, to Karl and Catherine Merz, she was a cherished sister to Robert (Louise) Merz and the late Veronica George. Dottie was a devoted mother to Michael (Lori) of Valencia, CA, Deborah...

Jack Wingate

Jack Wingate

Dec 17, 2024

Rochester- Jack (John Thomas) Wingate passed away after a period of failing health on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at his home in Rochester. Jack was born January 25, 1936, in Stoneham, Massachusetts to the late Lillie (Moran) Wingate and Fred Wingate. Jack played football at Spaulding High School where he was among the team who played in the first Shriners...

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