Donald W. Stevens
Nov 24, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Donald W. Stevens, on Monday, November 24, 2025, at the age of 84. Donnie was born on Friday, December 6, 1940, in Haverhill, NH. He was a resident of Northfield, NH, before moving to the New Hampshire Veterans Home. Donnie was a valued member of the community and will...
John Arthur Leonard
Nov 23, 2025
John A. “Jack” Leonard, 79, formerly of 11 Hemlock Drive, Belmont died on November 23, 2025 at Golden View Health Care Center in Meredith after a period of declining health. Jack was born in Laconia on May 8th, 1946 the son of the late Allan J. and Mary E. (Kidney) Leonard. Raised and schooled in Laconia Jack was a graduate...
Edmond Guy Merrill
Nov 5, 2025
FRANKLIN, NH – Edmond “Ed” Merrill 93, a lifetime resident of Franklin, NH died peacefully at his home on November 5, 2025.
Ed was born on March 20, 1932. He was a graduate of UNH’s agricultural school.
He worked in construction by trade, spending time at both Bonnette Page and Stone and Bean Construction. At Merrill Farm he raised beef cattle, pigs,...
Walter J. Wythe Jr.
Nov 1, 2025
Walter "Joe" J. Wythe Jr, 78 of Hill, passed away peacefully at his home on November 1, 2025. He was born on July 2, 1947 in Massachusetts, to Hazel and Walter Wythe Sr.
Known to family and friends as Joe, he was a man who loved the outdoors. He spent countless days fishing and hunting and found great joy in sharing...
Sandra Mary Paquette
Oct 27, 2025
It is with a heavy heart and great sorrow that we confirm that our beloved Wife, Mother and Grandmother Sandra Paquette passed away on October 27, 2025. She passed in her sleep and is no longer in pain, but at peace.
Tenderly we treasure the past, memories that will always last;
when we cease to think of you, will be when God...
Richard Eugene Hoover, Jr.
Oct 11, 2025
Richard E. Hoover, Jr., 79, of Franklin, NH passed away on October 11, 2025. Ric was born in Mobile Alabama to Richard E. Hoover and Ellen E. Vautier and lived an adventurous and storied life – some of which still remains classified. Whether it was sailing the world with his father on naval clipper ships, testing experimental parachutes, designing the...
William F. Preston, Jr.
Oct 9, 2025
William F. Preston Jr. "Bill," 79, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones on October 9, 2025, in Franklin, New Hampshire. Born on June 11, 1946, in Derry, New Hampshire, Bill spent many of his younger years living in Taunton, Massachusetts, before returning to the Granite State in 1986. He brought joy and laughter to those around him with...
Margaret Alta Kulacz
Oct 6, 2025
In Loving Memory of Margaret Alta Powden Kulacz November 6, 1941 – October 6, 2025 Margaret Alta “Peggy” Kulacz — beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished friend — passed away peacefully on October 6, 2025, at Concord Hospital in Concord, NH, following a sudden illness. She was 83. Born on November 6, 1941, in Franklin, New Hampshire, to the late...
Wayne H Brock
Sep 17, 2025
CONCORD, NH - Wayne H. Brock 71 passed away at home on September 17th, 2025, after a brief illness. He was predeceased by his mother and father Ethel and Elmer Brock. He is also predeceased by his brothers Richard Brock Sr, Kenneth Brock, and Sister Marylin Soclum. Wayne is survived by his nieces Amanda Brock-Inman and her husband Jonathan Inman,...
Kathleen Ann Dorigo
Sep 13, 2025
Kathleen (Brown) Dorigo of Franklin, NH passed away peacefully at the Hospice House, Concord, NH on Saturday, September 13, 2025. Kathleen was a resident of The Golden Crest, Franklin, NH. Kathleen grew up in Franklin, NH, attended Franklin High School, graduating with the class of 1964. She graduated as a RN from St. Elizabeth’s Hospital School of Nursing. She worked...
Ernest Elliott
Sep 10, 2025
Ernest “Bub” E. Elliott, 86, of Franklin, NH, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2025. He was born and raised in Franklin, NH, on January 1, 1939, the son of Forrest E. Elliott and Lydia G. (Masse) Elliott. Bub attended Franklin High School (class of 1957). He served in the Army Reserves. He ran heavy equipment and was also a...
Helen Marie Benoit-Dion
Aug 30, 2025
Franklin Helen Benoit-Dion, better known by all as Marie, 62, of Franklin, NH, passed away at her home on August 30, 2025. Marie was born on December 14, 1962, in Jennings, Louisiana to Helen Hardy (Peters) and Clifton Benoit. Marie loved football, decorating for the holidays, collecting owls and spending as much time with her family as she could. She...
Alfred G Carignan
Aug 29, 2025
Ace Carignan, also known as “Sonny” in is younger years, passed away peacefully on August 29, just days shy of his 92nd birthday. Born on September 4, 1933, in Northfield, NH, he was the only son of Alfred and Sadie Carignan, “Ace” was a1952 graduate of Franklin High School and briefly attended Tilton Preperatory School before entering the United States...
Richard H. Barker
Aug 20, 2025
Franklin, NH – Richard “Dick” H. Barker, formerly of Natick, MA, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at the age of 81. Born on September 24, 1943, in Boston, MA, Dick’s warmth, humor, and spirit touched countless lives over the years. Dick most recently worked with Lakes Region Shuttle, where he...
Holly Eileen Cilley
Aug 18, 2025
Holly Eileen (Morse) Cilley, a wife, loving mother, best friend and beloved resident of Northfield, NH, passed away peacefully at her home with her family on Monday, August 18, 2025, at the age of 78. Born in Franklin, NH on Sunday, August 25,1946, Holly was the cherished daughter of the late Richard Stuart Morse and Marjorie Louise (Entwistle) Morse of...
Douglas Boyd
Jul 27, 2025
Douglas Andrew Boyd, age 76, of Franklin, NH, passed away on July 27, 2025, at home with his wife by his side. Born on January 19, 1949, in Concord, NH, Douglas dedicated his life to public service and the protection of others. He proudly served in the United States Marine Corps (Special Operations) from 1966-1972, where he exemplified courage, integrity,...
Claudette T. Cheney
Jul 15, 2025
Claudette Cheney, 88, of Franklin, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on February 15, 1937 in Franklin, Claudette was a lifelong resident of the town she loved and called home. Claudette was a warm, thoughtful, and creative soul who had a deep passion for knitting. Her hands were rarely at rest – she...
Richard Bruce Krauz
Jul 3, 2025
Richard “Bruce” Krauz, 69, passed away at the Merrimack County Nursing Home – Boscawen after a long battle with multiple sclerosis on Thursday, July 3rd, 2025. He was born in Franklin, New Hampshire, on April 3rd, 1956, to the late Walter Krauz Sr and Norma Krauz (Pomerleau) both originally from New Hampshire. He married Sylvianne Krauz (Pratte) on Christmas Eve...
Marie Rita Pelletier
Jul 2, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Marie Rita Pelletier, who left us peacefully on Wednesday, July 2nd, 2025, at the age of 90. Marie was a beloved resident of her hometown, Franklin, New Hampshire, where she was born on June 7th, 1935. Marie dedicated her life to caring for others as a Nurse's Aide at...
Jason Alexis Auprey
Jun 28, 2025
Boscawen, NH - Jason A. Auprey (53) died suddenly at Concord Hospital on Saturday, June 28, 2025. Jason was born in Concord, NH, on August 12, 1971 to Robert and Gwendolyn Auprey (Hodgdon). He was proud to be a Leo, the sign known for its fiery energy, passion, generosity, and natural leadership qualities. He grew up in Boscawen and attended...
