Douglas E Stoddard
Feb 24, 2026
Douglas Earl Stoddard, known to most as Doug, passed away from a brief illness on February 24, 2026. He was born to Sidney Gray Stoddard and Barbara Eva Whitehouse in Laconia NH on September 28, 1949. He had one older brother Ronald Stoddard who, along with his parents, predeceased him. Doug graduated from Winnisquam Regional High School in 1968. He...
Marie L. Kulacz
Feb 16, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Marie L. Kulacz, beloved mother and cherished friend, who peacefully left this world on February 16, 2026, at the age of 97. Marie was born on January 14, 1929, in Franklin, New Hampshire, where she first learned the values of kindness, community, and hard work that would define her...
Gerald Arthur Silver
Feb 14, 2026
It's with a heavy heart that we say goodbye to Gerald (Jerry) Silver, known to many as Mr. Jerry, a beloved husband, father, and friend, who passed away on February 14th, 2026.
Born in Franklin N.H., Jerry spent many years contributing to the state, retiring from the Concord State Prison. Jerry had many interest, including Softball, coin collecting, hunting, antique...
Dennis James Loisel
Feb 2, 2026
Dennis J. Loisel, 58, of Franklin, NH, passed away on February 2, 2026. Born on November 10, 1967, in Franklin, Dennis was a lifelong resident of his hometown and will be remembered for his hard work and dedication as a roofer at Emerson Roofing. While Dennis may not have followed a traditional educational path, he had a wealth of knowledge...
Harold Charles Therrien Jr.
Jan 30, 2026
Franklin
Harold Charles Therrien, Jr. age 77 ended his journey on earth January 30, 2026 at
the Merrimack County Nursing Home in Boscawen, NH. He was born on June 12,
1948 in Franklin NH to Harold Sr. and Jeannette (Bowlby) Therrien. Harold
attended schools in Franklin. He graduated from Daniell Junior High School in
1964 and Franklin High School in...
James O'Connor
Jan 25, 2026
NORTHFIELD, NH - James Russell O'Connor (43) Passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side. James was born on October 4, 1982, in Franklin, NH, the son of Thomas O'Connor and Leola O'Connor.
James grew up in Northfield, NH, attending and graduating from Winnisquam Regional High School. He enjoyed playing with the kids at school, his friends...
Shiela Ann Roy
Jan 23, 2026
Shiela Ann Roy 81 Passed away peacefully and went home to be with the Lord on January 23, 2026, surrounded by the love of friends and family.
Born on November 7, 1944, in Smithfield Maine, Shiela was one of 10 siblings after graduating high school in Fairfield Maine she moved to Massachusetts where she married the love of her life,...
Edward Hogan
Jan 9, 2026
Mr. Edward J. Hogan of Franklin, NH passed away on January 9th at the age of 73. The son of Edward and Ella Hogan, he was raised in Tewksbury, MA, graduating from Tewksbury High School in 1970, and went on to attend Suffolk University. After a 30 plus year career in the automotive industry with Walker Mufflers, Tenneco Automotive, and...
Ira Lynn
Dec 28, 2025
The Lynn family of Jackson, New Hampshire sadly announce the passing of Ira I Lynn on December 28, 2025. Ira was born on May 1, 1934, in Brooklyn, NY. He was 91 when he passed away.
Ira is survived by his wife, Verna Lynn of 65 years; three children, Scott, Michael, and Nicole; 4 grandchildren, Emily, Carlie, Brody, and Zoe,...
William Russell Prescott
Dec 10, 2025
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of William (Bill) Russell Prescott, 73, of Franklin, NH, on December 10, 2025, he passed away peacefully at home with his beloved wife by his side. He was a loving husband, devoted father and grandfather, loving brother, and loyal friend. Born on August 8, 1952 in Laconia, NH, William was...
Ronald Paul Drapeau
Dec 10, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ronald Paul Drapeau, who left us peacefully on December 10th, 2025. Born in Penacook, NH, on January 1st, 1950, Ron lived a life full of love, laughter, and dedicated service to his family and community. Ron graduated from life as a devoted husband, a cherished father, a valued brother,...
Virgil Joseph Klink
Dec 5, 2025
Virgil Joseph "Joe" Klink, a man of faith and dedicated combat veteran, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 5th, 2025, at the age of 87, in Franklin, NH. His wife Irene and several of his children were at his side. He was born on Thursday, November 3rd, 1938, in St. Paul, MN, to the late Joseph W. Klink and Loretta...
Jennifer Swain
Nov 30, 2025
Jennifer Roxanne Swain, 48, of Franklin, New Hampshire, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2025, with her sister and daughter by her side. She was born on September 5, 1977, in Laconia, New Hampshire, and was raised in the Tilton/Northfield area, where she spent most of her life. She graduated from Winnisquam Regional High School. She was born to Lynn...
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...
