Noel Phillippe Benjamin Gagnon

Dec 25, 2024

Noel P. B. Gagnon – 12/25/33 to 12/25/24, passed peacefully at The Corville in Manchester, NH. Yes he made it to his 91st birthday!! 

Born in Manchester, NH, he was a 20 year Veteran in the US Army. Serving with the 101st and 82nd Airborne Divisions that included a tour in Vietnam.

Following his military retirement, he was a mason well into...

Gary T. Ouellette

Dec 25, 2024

Gary T. Ouellette, 77, of Hooksett, passed away at Elliot Hospital on December 25, 2024, surrounded in love by his family.

Gary was born in Caribou, ME on January 22, 1947, the son of the late Oliver and Leola (Thibodeau) Ouellette. He attended Colby College and was a United States Army Veteran. In his youth, he was an exemplary athlete, focusing...

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...

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...

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,...

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...