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Holly Eileen Cilley

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Richard Alan Leblanc

Richard Alan Leblanc

Jun 16, 2025

Richard Alan LeBlanc, age 67, of Franklin, NH passed away unexpectedly on June 16, 2025, at Concord Hospital in Franklin. Richard was born in Derry, NH to Armand and Imelda LeBlanc. He graduated from Pinkerton Academy in 1978 and later attended College and completed training at the police academy to become a corrections officer for the State of Florida. Richard...

Kevin Paul Belliveau

Kevin Paul Belliveau

Jun 16, 2025

FRANKLIN - Kevin Paul Belliveau, 64 of Franklin, NH died on June 16, 2025, after a period of declining health. Born in Franklin, NH on August 23, 1960, he was the son of Ernest and Lorraine (Gilman) Belliveau. Kevin attended St. Mary’s and Franklin High School. Kevin worked at Weeks Dairy in Concord, NH for many years. Kevin enjoyed mud-bogging...

Corey Allen Vigue

Corey Allen Vigue

May 17, 2025

Corey A. Vigue, 49, of Andover N.H, passed away at the Jack Byrne Center for Palliative & Hospice Care on Saturday May 17th, 2025 with his children and family around him after a short period of enduring complications of a stroke. Corey was born December 29th 1975 at Laconia Hospital, and was the son of Ernest Vigue and predeceased by...

Alice M. Berry

Alice M. Berry

May 8, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Alice M. Berry, a beloved sister, devoted homemaker, and cherished member of her community. Alice passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 8th, 2025, at the age of 86. Born in Tilton, New Hampshire on Friday, July 15th, 1938, Alice was the daughter of the late Albert Verrill and Pearl...

Cecile Robert

Cecile Robert

May 3, 2025

Cecile Robert, a beloved resident and Boston Post Cane recipient of Tilton, NH, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 3rd, 2025, at the age of 97. Born in Valcourt, Quebec on Tuesday, February 14th, 1928, Cecile lived a life filled with love, dedication, and community service. Cecile was raised in St. Lambert, Quebec, where she received her education before moving...

Joyce Marie Altomare

Joyce Marie Altomare

Apr 30, 2025

Joyce Marie Altomare, a resident of Tilton, NH, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 30th, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on December 24th, 1941, in Cambridge, MA, Joyce was known for her work at the Episcopal and Catholic soup kitchens and food pantries in Tilton, feeding the hungry and caring for the impoverished. “Nonie” was the grandmother to...

Paul Edward Masse

Paul Edward Masse

Apr 28, 2025

Obituary for Paul Edward Masse. Paul Edward Masse, a beloved resident of Franklin, N.H., only recently moving to Penacook, N.H., passed away peacefully on Monday, April 28th, 2025, at the age of 75. Born in Franklin, N.H., on January 11th, 1950. Paul was the cherished son of the late Armand and Mary Anne Masse. Paul graduated from Franklin High School...

Edward Burton Briggs

Edward Burton Briggs

Apr 23, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Edward Burton Briggs, who departed this life on Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025, at the age of 89. Born on Tuesday, May 14th, 1935, in Nashua, NH, Edward was a longtime resident of Franklin, NH, at the time of his passing. Edward was a dedicated educator who spent 26 years...

James Russell Prew

James Russell Prew

Apr 14, 2025

James R. Prew, 97, was born on April 26, 1927, in Springfield, MA. His parents were Henry Louis Prew and Anna Madigan, both of Springfield, MA. Other than the French Heritage of his father, Jim grew up with the care of his mom and her family all of the Irish Heritage. Jim attended Springfield Technical High School and graduated in1944....

Bruce Wayne Mills

Bruce Wayne Mills

Apr 8, 2025

Bruce W. Mills, 70, passed away on April 8, 2025 surrounded by his family. Bruce, the oldest son of Homer Mills, Jr. and Priscilla (Gosselin) Mills was born on December 14, 1954. He grew up in Franklin, where he lived most of his life before moving to Northfield. After High School, he enlisted with the Army and was stationed in...

Ann Marden Mcadams

Ann Marden Mcadams

Apr 3, 2025

Ann Marden (Richards) McAdams, 82 of Franklin passed away peacefully on Thursday April 3, 2025 after a long illness. She was born in Littleton, NH on September 6, 1942. She graduated from Inter-Lakes High School in 1960. She then went on to Margaret’s School of Beauty graduating in 1961. She opened Ann’s Beauty Shop in 1972. She met and married...

Gracia H. Crowley

Gracia H. Crowley

Mar 28, 2025

Franklin, NH - Gracia "Gracie" H. Crowley, a lifelong resident of Franklin, New Hampshire, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 28th, 2025, at the age of 91. Born in Franklin on June 20th, 1933, Gracia was a cherished member of the community whose warmth and kindness touched the lives of many. Gracie was the beloved daughter of the late Alphonse...

Susan M. Hilliard

Susan M. Hilliard

Mar 14, 2025

Susan M. Hilliard, a cherished resident of Northfield, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 14, 2025, at the age of 71. Born in Franklin, NH, on July 3, 1953, she grew up in the Tilton Northfield area, Susan lived a life marked by dedication to her family which she loved, community, and passions. Susan grew up in Franklin, where she...

Susan Parenteau

Susan Parenteau

Mar 11, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Susan Parenteau, who passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 11th, 2025, at the age of 69 at Mountain Ridge Center in Franklin following a period of declining health due to dementia. Born on Tuesday, November 15th, 1955, in Laconia, NH. She cherished living in Tilton and Northfield most of...

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