Joseph A. Perusse

Joseph A. Perusse, 59, resident of Milford, NH, died January 14, 2008 at his home. � He was born in Nashua, NH on October 24, 1948, a son of the late Joseph & Marilda (Fairfield) Perusse. � Mr. Perusse lived in Milford for more than 50 years. � He had been employed by Hitchiner Manufacturing Company, Milford, for more than 35 years. � Mr. Perusse enjoyed woodworking.�He was an avid bowler and a member of New England Steel Bowling League. � His greatest joy was spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. � He was predeceased by a sister, Julie Kent and two brothers, Ronald Perusse and Harold Leaor. � Family members include his wife of 39 years, Mary Jane (Rosmus) Perusse of Milford, NH; three daughters, Tammy Tuthill and her companion, Mike Huard of Rindge, NH, Sharon Cochran and her husband, John of Charlotte, NC, Kimberly Thomas of Nashua, NH; 4 Grandchildren, Codie Thomas, Dylan Huard, Justin Cochran and Katlyn Cochran. � Calling hours are Thursday, January 17th from 6-9 pm in the Smith & Heald Funeral Home, 63 Elm Street, Milford, NH.�A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Friday at 10:00 am in St. Patrick's Church, 34 Amherst Street, Milford.�Burial will follow in Riverside Cemetery, Milford.��