Richard D. Green

Richard D. Green “Dick”, 72, of Boscawen, NH passed away peacefully on August 23, 2024, following a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. He spent his final days in the comfort of his own home, surrounded by his loving family. 

Dick was born in Concord, NH, on October 4, 1951, to Wesley Green and Carol (Dumont) Mercier. He was a lifelong resident of the Penacook/Boscawen area and a graduate of Merrimack Valley High School. Dick spent many years working for NH Fish and Game before settling in as Bridge Superintendent with NH D.O.T. where he enjoyed a career that spanned 38 years. In 1978, he married his loving bride Debra Foote and together they started their family with two wonderful children: Christopher and Jennifer. 

Dick had a great passion for the outdoors, frequently found spending time on his tractor, meticulously grooming his slice of heaven on top of the hill; As well as many fall days canvassing the woods for his next big buck. He translated his love for sports by inspiring the local youth through coaching Little League baseball and kids basketball. Some special vacation activities included Summers by the lake and Winters on the slopes, always accompanied by family and friends. He prided himself on throwing a good party and had a deep appreciation of music, particularly The Allman Brothers Band. Above all else, he embraced the role of “Papa” to his five grandchildren. 

Dick is survived by his beloved Wife, Debra (Foote) Green of Boscawen; Son Christopher Green and Wife Michelle of Boscawen; Daughter Jennifer Wilbourne and Husband Richard of Boscawen; Mother Carol Mercier of Boscawen; Grandchildren Alivia, Eva, Isabel, Ian, and Norah; Brothers Gary Green and wife Sue of Earlysville, VA; Steven Green and partner Melanie of Penacook; Jeffrey Green and Wife Tracey of Penacook, Matthew Mercier of Wilmington, NC; Brother in Law Stanley Foote and wife Wanda of Penacook, Brother in Law William Foote and wife Loralyn of Concord, Sister in Law Roseann Davis and husband Ransom of Andover; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father, Wesley Green; His mother’s life partner, Harold Bradford, Father in Law Stanley Foote and Mother in Law Katherine Foote.

The family will receive visitors Friday, September 6th, 4:00-6:00 pm at Phaneuf Funeral Homes & Crematorium, 172 King Street in Boscawen. Funeral Service will begin at 6:00pm in the Funeral Home chapel. Celebration of life with family and friends on September 7th. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Boscawen PTA and mailed to Boscawen Elementary School, 1 B.E.S.T. Ave., Boscawen, NH, 03303. To view an online memorial, leave a message of condolence, or for more information please visit https://phaneuf.net/.