George Edward Chaffee, Jr.
Sep 1, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of George Edward Chaffee Jr., who left us on Monday, September 1st, 2025, at the age of 79. George was a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend who enriched the lives of those around him with his kindness and dedication. Born on Friday, July 19th, 1946, in Stafford Springs, CT,...
William S. Shepard
Aug 21, 2025
Tilton NH/Easton MD - William Seth Shepard, a career U.S. Foreign Service Officer, novelist, and former Republican nominee for Governor of Maryland, died on August 21, 2025. He was 90. Born on June 7, 1935, in Boston, Massachusetts, and raised in Franklin, New Hampshire, Shepard graduated from the Tilton School in 1953, Wesleyan University where he was president of Sigma...
Carol L. Leduc
Aug 19, 2025
Franklin, NH - Carol L. Leduc, a beloved mother, homemaker, and former longtime resident of Danbury, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 19th, 2025, at the age of 85. Born in Worcester, Massachusetts, on September 13th, 1939, Carol lived a life filled with love, kindness, and unwavering dedication to her family. Carol was the cherished daughter of the late Arthur...
Richard Harold Tucker
Aug 13, 2025
Richard H. Tucker, Age 96 TILTON – Richard (Dick) Harold Tucker passed away on Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at the Veterans Home in Tilton, NH. Richard was born on June 29, 1929 in Alexandria NH, the son of Harold and Grace (Hoyt) Tucker. Richard was a graduate of Laconia High School. Richard was a proud US Army Veteran of the...
Edith Mary Simpson
Jul 21, 2025
Edith (Sue) Mary Simpson, 75, of Franklin, NH, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2025, at Laconia Hospital. Born in Lancaster, NH, she was the daughter of the late Arthur Simpson and Stella (Morrill) Simpson. Sue was a longtime member of the Congregational Church in Franklin and dedicated her time to helping others, especially through her volunteer work at the...
Margaret Alice Greenwood
Jul 18, 2025
Margaret Alice Greenwood, a lifetime resident of Belmont, NH, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2025. Born on April 16, 1937, to Francis and Druzella Milmore, Margaret was a beacon of kindness and compassion, known for her selfless love for family and community. Margaret worked for 10 years with the State of New Hampshire, where her dedication and leadership left...
Joseph Fowler
Jul 6, 2025
Joseph Steven Fowler passed in a tragic wheeler accident on July 6, 2025. He was 25 years old. Joey loved life, his friends and family and would brighten up anywhere he went to. He is survived by his adoring mother, DeAnna Fowler, his loving sister Aurora Huckins, his grandmother, Mary Jo Fowler, his "gramps" Butch, his cousins and so many...
Janet Susan King
Jun 12, 2025
Janet Susan King, a cherished resident of Tilton, NH, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 12th, 2025, just shy of her 60th birthday. Born on June 18th, 1965, in Manchester, NH, Janet was a beloved daughter, sister, and aunt, known for her generous spirit and love for life. Janet spent a couple years as a dedicated assembly line worker at...
Frederick E. Whitcher
Jun 12, 2025
Frederick E. Whitcher, a beloved resident of Northfield, NH, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 12th, 2025, at the age of 101. Born on October 14th, 1923, in Franklin, NH, Fred lived a life marked by dedication, service, and love for his family and community. Fred proudly served his country in the United States Army during World War II from...
Brian L. Young
Jun 9, 2025
Brian L. Young, born on January 3, 1962, passed away early June 9, 2025, at the age of 63. Son of Bette and John F Young, Brian was a devoted son, loyal friend, and passionate outdoorsman, Brian lived a life full of adventure, love, and integrity. An avid hunter and dedicated snowmobile rider, Brian found joy and freedom in the...
Mary Lee Clairmont
Jun 7, 2025
Belmont, NH – Mary Lee Clairmont, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 7th, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on Mother’s Day, May 12th, 1946, in Laconia, NH, Mary’s life was a testament to love, dedication, and community spirit. Mary was the devoted wife of Philip Leo Clairmont and a nurturing...
Gary Ronald Kenneson, Jr.
May 29, 2025
Gary Ronald Kenneson, Jr., 42, passed away unexpectedly on May 29, 2025, in Raymond, New Hampshire. Born on June 2, 1982, in Laconia, NH, Gary was known for his quick wit, big heart, and a sense of humor that could light up any room. As a child, he loved taking apart electronics just to see how they worked—though they didn’t...
Deborah Helene Wheeler
May 28, 2025
Former State Representative, The Honorable Deborah Wheeler passed away peacefully on May 28th at the Hospice House in Concord with her loving husband of 13 years by her side. Born on May 17, 1945 in Northfield VT, Deborah was the youngest of 10 and the last remaining member of her immediate family. Deb’s family relocated to Franklin NH, where she...
Joan Marie Sheehan
May 24, 2025
Joan Marie Sheehan, a beloved teacher and cherished family member, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 24th, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on Wednesday, September 2nd, 1942, in Franklin, New Hampshire. Educated and passionate, Joan devoted her career to nurturing young minds starting her teaching career in Maine continuing in Franklin and ending her career at Plymouth Elementary...
Cody James Alan Chamberlain
May 17, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Cody James Chamberlain on May 17, 2025, at the age of 28 due to a motorcycle accident. Cody was born on July 29, 1996 and was the beloved son of Windy J. Bardellini and Mark Chamberlain. Cody was a shining light in the lives of all who had...
Dennis R. Smith
May 14, 2025
TILTON — Dennis R. Smith, a life-long resident of the area, passed away on Wednesday, May 14 in Concord after enduring a long illness. Born one of seven children to his loving parents Herb and Helen Smith on March 3,1951. Dennis was raised in Belmont until he was married to his wife Sharon (Nelson), and remained married for 53 years....
Robert Edward Parker
May 7, 2025
Robert “Bob” Parker, 80, of Tilton, NH, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2025, with his son by his side after a brief battle with cancer. Just 3.5 months after the passing of his beloved wife, Diane, Bob followed her—proving that after 47 years together, they could only stand to be apart for a short time. Bob was born on...
Donald Foote
Apr 28, 2025
It is with a sad heart that we announce the passing of Donald Ridges Foote, at age 83, from Tilton, NH on 04/28/2025 while at home surrounded by loved ones after a brief illness. He was an extraordinarily kind, generous, and loving person who was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone. He was deeply loved by everyone...
Sandra Jean Fall
Apr 23, 2025
Sandra Jean Fall, a beloved resident of Northfield, NH, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025, at the age of 69. Born on May 22nd, 1955, in Amesbury, MA, Sandra was known for her warmth, kindness, and artistic talent. Sandy during her career worked at various manufacturing organizations performing several functions in quality control and manufacturing operations. Sandra had...
Stephen Abbott
Apr 21, 2025
Stephen Allen Abbott Stephen A. Abbott, 68, passed away on Monday, April 21, 2025 at his home after a long illness. Stephen was born on September 22, 1956 in Concord, NH the son of Patricia (Pickering) Abbott and Fred Abbott. He grew up in Concord and attended Concord Schools Stephen worked for many years for the NH DOT in Bow...
