Obituaries

Obituaries

Shirley I. Blair

Shirley I. Blair

Aug 28, 2025

Shirley I. Blair, 97, resident of Milford, NH, died on August 28, 2025, at Courville Nursing Home, Nashua, NH.

She was born on May 26, 1928, in Medford, MA, the daughter of Maurice F. Crane and Irene E. (Hardy) Crane. Shirley was raised and educated in Stoneham, MA, having graduated from Stoneham High School, Class of 1946. She attended Nursing School...

Joseph R. Burnett

Joseph R. Burnett

Aug 27, 2025

Joseph R. Burnett, known as Joey or Joe, passed away unexpectedly at home on August 27, 2025 in Wilton, New Hampshire. He was 42 years old.

Born on September 21, 1982 in Great Falls, Montana, Joey lived a life defined by his own rules, his one-of-a-kind spirit, and sense of humor like no other. Joey was the son of Randall Burnet...

John A. Cotter Sr.

John A. Cotter Sr.

Aug 26, 2025

John A. Cotter Sr. (Jack), 83, resident of Greenville, NH, died at his home on August 26, 2025, after a period of declining health.

He was born on February 14, 1942, in Lowell, MA, a son of the late Edward and Elizabeth (Latham) Cotter.

Jack was raised and educated in Lowell, MA. He graduated from barber school, received his license, and worked...

John W. Whitney III

John W. Whitney III

Aug 26, 2025

John W. Whitney III, 62, resident of Amherst, NH, died on August 26, 2025, at the Catholic Medical Center, Manchester, NH, after a period of declining health.

He was born on July 31, 1963, in Lowell, MA, a son of John and Darlene (Duggan) Whitney Jr.

John was raised and educated in Hollis, NH. He worked for many years in the restaurant...

Kevin J. Hunt

Kevin J. Hunt

Aug 25, 2025

Kevin James Hunt, 62, passed away peacefully on August 25, following a courageous battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his immediate family, close friends with their puppy Toffer, and his devoted dog Norway.

He was a man of tradition, passion, and deep connection—someone who left a lasting impression on everyone he met. Born to Keith and Jane Hunt, Kevin grew...

Julia E. Griffith

Julia E. Griffith

Aug 17, 2025

Julia E. Griffith, 73, resident of Mont Vernon, NH, passed on August 17, 2025, at Elliot Hospital in Manchester, NH. She was born in Providence, RI on September 26, 1951, the daughter of Donald E. and Cora L. Brown. She was raised and educated in Providence, RI, Muncie, IN, Riverside, RI, and East Providence, RI, having graduated from East Providence...

Donna M. Lees

Donna M. Lees

Aug 6, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Donna Lees, age 65, of Milford, NH, who passed away peacefully on August 6, 2025.

Donna was the beloved wife of Roberto Velasquez and the devoted mother of Michael Sloane, Laura Sloane, and Thomas Sloane. She was the cherished daughter of Robert Lees and is also survived by her loving...

Jane M. Baldwin-Reed

Jane M. Baldwin-Reed

Aug 6, 2025

Jane M. Baldwin-Reed, 83, longtime resident of Greenville, NH, died on August 6, 2025, at Southern New Hampshire Medical Center, Nashua, NH.

She was born in Fitzwilliam, New Hampshire on September 23, 1941, a daughter of Frederick and Jessie (Stone) Baldwin. She graduated from Keene High School and earned her bachelor’s degree from Keene State College and her master’s degree from...

Michael S. Magee

Michael S. Magee

Aug 4, 2025

Michael S. Magee, 70, resident of Wilton, NH, died on August 4, 2025, at the Monadnock Community Hospital, Peterborough, NH, after a sudden illness.

He was born on March 26, 1955, in Winthrop, MA, a son of the late William and Bertha (Adams) Magee.

Michael was raised and educated in Massachusetts and has resided in Wilton for over 39 years. He worked...

James T. Williams

James T. Williams

Aug 2, 2025

James T. Williams, 90, resident of Tewksbury, MA and former longtime resident of Hudson, NH, died on August 2, 2025 at Lowell General Hospital, Lowell, MA.

He was born on October 30, 1934 in Nashua, NH, the son of Earle Williams and Dorothy (Rice) Williams. James was raised and educated in Nashua, having graduated from Nashua High School, Class of 1952.

Mr....

Wilfred F. Valliant III

Wilfred F. Valliant III

Jul 31, 2025

Wilfred F. Valliant, III, 65, resident of Derry, NH, died on July 31, 2025, at the Monadnock Community Hospital, Peterborough, NH, after a sudden illness.

He was born on June 27, 1960, in Somerville, MA, a son of Jo-Ann (Braccini) Valliant and the late Wilfred F. Valliant, Jr.

Wilfred was raised and educated in Somerville, MA and worked for many years as...

Patricia A. Morse

Patricia A. Morse

Jul 30, 2025

Patricia Ann “Pat” (Felch) Morse, 83, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2025.

Born on April 25, 1942, in Nashua, New Hampshire, Pat was the daughter of Philip and Rita Felch. She spent her life rooted in the Granite State, where she built a home filled with warmth and laughter.

Pat worked for many years at Servomation Refreshments, Inc., where she was...

Robert H. Roy

Robert H. Roy

Jul 26, 2025

Robert H. Roy, 83, resident of Bedford, NH, died on July 26, 2025, after a period of declining health.

He was born on March 31, 1942, in Goffstown, NH, a son of the late Hector and Rose (Pouliot) Roy.

Robert was raised and educated in Manchester, NH. He faithfully served his country in the United States Air Force and was honorably discharged....

Scott Crooker

Scott Crooker

Jul 24, 2025

Scott Crooker, 69, lifelong resident of Milford, with an unforgettable presence, passed away on July 24 at Premier Rehab Healthcare in Nashua . Born with a big personality, Scott was known for his energetic and gregarious nature. You could always hear him before you saw him, his laughter and booming voice filling any room he entered.

Scott was a proud member...

Charles W. Dodd

Charles W. Dodd

Jul 24, 2025

Charles W. Dodd of Mont Vernon died on July 24, 2025.

Our family is saddened to share the news that Charlie died suddenly but peacefully in his sleep as the sun began to rise over East Grand Lake in Orient, Maine, four days after the celebration of his 50th wedding anniversary with Anne.

Charlie was born on Nov. 16,1952, in Waterbury, CT,...

Maurice "Moe" F. Wells, Sr.

Maurice "Moe" F. Wells, Sr.

Jul 22, 2025

Maurice F. Wells, Sr., 82,  known as “Moe” by everyone who loved and called him a friend passed away at home on July 22, 2025. Though perhaps ordinary in the eyes of the world, he was extraordinary to all who had the privilege to know him. Today, we gather not only in mourning but in celebration, holding close the legacy...

Maria Fort

Maria Fort

Jul 22, 2025

Maria Fort, beloved matriarch, spirited host, and lifelong lover of nature and family, passed away peacefully on Tuesday at the age of 90.

Born on March 13, 1935, in Frankfurt, Germany, Maria spent her early years immersed in the beauty and resilience of her homeland. She began her career working as an au pair, bringing warmth and care to the families...

Jacqueline "Jackie" Knowles

Jacqueline "Jackie" Knowles

Jul 22, 2025

Jacqueline “Jackie” Knowles passed away on July 22, 2025, surrounded by her family. Born to loving parents Dorothea (Fessenden) & Harold Beaubien, Jackie was raised in Brookline surrounded by generations of family she held dear. She was a member of the graduating class of Nashua High School in 1953. In her teenage years, Jackie was a member of the NH...

Beatrice W. Kimball

Beatrice W. Kimball

Jul 21, 2025





Beatrice Kimball of Milford, New Hampshire, was born in Concord, Massachusetts, on August 23, 1941, and passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on July 21, 2025, after a period of declining health. She was a loving and devoted wife and mother to her five children. Her kindness, warm heart, and generosity filled their home and touched everyone she met....

Lynda Abaid

Lynda Abaid

Jul 21, 2025

Lynda Abaid, 68, resident of Mont Vernon, NH, died on July 21, 2025, in the St. Joseph Hospital, Nashua, NH, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on May 22, 1957, in Worcester, MA, a daughter of the late Joseph and Rose (DeMarco) Cook.

Lynda was raised and educated in the Worcester area and graduated from North Grafton High School.

Lynda married...