Daniel J. Bell
Dec 24, 2024
Daniel J. Bell, 72, of Manchester, NH, passed away on December 24, 2024, with his family by his side.
Born in Manchester on August 26, 1952, he was the son of Frank Bell and Theresa (Mooney) Bell. After graduating from Manchester Memorial High School, he proudly served in the United States Army.
Upon his return, he met the love of his life,...
Nancy J. Van Uden
Dec 24, 2024
Nancy J. Van Uden, 78, of Bedford, NH, passed away on December 24, 2024 following a period of declining health. Born in Manchester, NH on November 6, 1946, she was the daughter of the late John and Mary (Reilly) Van Uden. She was married to the late Peter Tomaini. Nancy will be greatly missed by her family and close friends.
Nancy...
Nanette L. Bessette
Dec 24, 2024
Nanette Louise Bessette, 56, of Manchester, NH, passed away surrounded by her loving family on December 24, 2024. Born in Portsmouth, NH on September 9, 1968, she was a daughter of the late John Warner and Dorothy (Griffith) Poff. She shared 13 years of marriage with her husband, Andre Bessette.
Nanette was raised in Portsmouth and was a 1986 graduate of...
Phyllis Magarian
Dec 22, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Phyllis Magarian, who passed away peacefully on December 22, 2024.
Those who met Phyllis knew her as a true spark of life. With a dimpled smile that could light up any room, she brought infectious energy and warmth wherever she went.
Phyllis was deeply dedicated to her profession as a nurse,...
Raymond G. Needham, Sr.
Dec 22, 2024
Raymond G. Needham, Sr., 70, of Manchester, passed away at Catholic Medical Center on December 22, 2024.
He was born in Berlin, NH on July 29, 1954, the son of the late Glen and Theresa Needham, Sr. He was a student at Berlin High School where he then went on and spent fifteen years with the NH Army National Guard. After...
Lillian A. Hollins
Dec 21, 2024
Lillian A. Smith-Hollis, age 91, of Tinmouth, VT, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 21, 2024. She was predeceased by her husband, John Hollins; son, Bruce Hollins; daughter, Sharon Hollins; and granddaughter, Lynn Hollins. She is survived by her sons, John Hollins and Steven Hollins, and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Lillian, a longtime resident of Boscawen, NH, met her husband, John...
Barbara (Robertson) Downton
Dec 21, 2024
Barbara (Robertson) Downton, 85, of Manchester, passed away on December 21, 2024, at Villa Crest Nursing Home following a courageous battle with Alzheimer's.
Born in Manchester on June 25, 1939, Barbara was the daughter of the late Frederick and Florence Robertson. As a lifelong resident of Manchester, she was a graduate of Manchester Central High School, class of 1957.
Barbara loved her...
Paul Emile LaPerle
Dec 19, 2024
Paul Emile LaPerle, beloved brother, uncle, and friend, peacefully departed this world on December 19, 2024, completing a remarkable journey that began on June 13, 1927, in Manchester, New Hampshire. A devoted son of Hector LaPerle and Aldea Boisvert, Paul was not only defined by his roots but also by the myriad of experiences and indelible memories he created throughout...
Paul A. Roy
Dec 19, 2024
Paul A. Roy, 70, of Manchester, passed away peacefully on December 19, 2024 at the Community Hospice House, Merrimack, with his loving family at his side.
Born in Lowell, MA, he is the son of the late Albert and Claire Roy. Raised and educated in Lowell, Paul married the love of his life, Penny Giddings, 1992. The couple settled in Manchester...
Curtis Laurence Songer
Dec 19, 2024
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Curtis Laurance Songer, 39, of Brattleboro, VT.
Curtis was born on August 12, 1985, to the parents of Blaine Songer and Katrina Songer (Jacobs).
Those who knew Curtis recounted his infectious laugh, his curiosity and love for others, Curtis had an especially close relationship with his parents, who were his...