Christopher S. Valliere
Aug 18, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Chris on August 18, 2025 following complications from a spinal cord injury. Though his physical presence has left this world, his spirit takes flight—joining his mom, Lydia; his dad, Raymond Sr.; his brother, Ray; his sisters, Missy and Barbara; and his nephew, Tommy. We find solace knowing he...
William Russell Mertens, Jr.
Aug 17, 2025
William Russell Mertens Jr., a long time resident of Manchester went to be with the Lord on August 17th after a long illness with his loving family by his side.
Affectionately known as Bill by his family and friends, he was born on March 1st, 1955, the son of the late William Russell Mertens Sr. and Patricia Edna (Grendel) Mertens Horner....
George H. Lacourse
Aug 16, 2025
George H. Lacourse, 70, of Auburn, passed away on Saturday, August 16, 2025 at the Elliot Hospital following a brief illness. He was born on September 12, 1954, in Manchester, the son of the late Joseph and Martha (Geddes) Lacourse. George is survived by his beloved wife of 41 years, Susan (Lemire) Lacourse; their children Kevin, Jennifer, and Zachary Lacourse,...
Sr. Pauline Labrie, CSC
Aug 16, 2025
Sr. Pauline Labrie, CSC, (Sr. Mary Albert of the Savior), passed away on August 16, 2025 at Holy Cross Health Center in Manchester
She was born in Manchester, on September 19, 1935, to Albert and Cancia (Laplante) Labrie. She entered the Congregation of the Sisters of Holy Cross in 1954 and pronounced her final vows August 15, 1961.
Sr. Pauline ministered in...
Lily G. Mailloux
Aug 16, 2025
Lily Grace Mailloux, 96, of Contoocook, passed away on Saturday, August 16, 2025 surrounded by her family. She was born on January 18, 1929 in North Brookfield, MA to the late Gustaf and Lily (Skarberg) Almstrom.
Lily worked at Insight Technology until she retired in 2002. She enjoyed reading her bible, painting, crocheting, doing crossword puzzles and playing piano. She was...
Marion E. Desfosses
Aug 16, 2025
Marion E. (Smith) Desfosses, 89, of Hooksett, died August 16, 2025 at Hanover Hill Healthcare Center in Manchester after a period of declining health.
She was born in Manchester on September 13, 1935 to Charles and Mildred (Riley) Smith. She lived in Manchester for many years and in Hooksett for last the 25 years.
Marion worked at the former Merchants National Bank...
Stephen H. Dolman
Aug 14, 2025
Stephen H. Dolman, 77, of Manchester, died suddenly on August 14, 2025 at the Elliot Hospital after a brief period of declining health.
He was born in Brooklyn, NY on February 2, 1948 to Ben and Rose (Kaplan) Dolman. He earned a bachelor’s degree from Windham College in Putney, VT and lived in Manchester for most of his life.
Stephen was a...
James J. Martin III
Aug 14, 2025
James J. Martin III, 49, of Manchester, passed away on Thursday, August 14, 2025, after a courageous battle with glioblastoma. He was born on June 29, 1976, in Manchester, the son of the late James Martin II and Ann (Sciarappa) M. Campbell.
James attended Memorial High School and was the proud owner of Martin Construction Company. He had a passion for...
Jacqueline Gianareles
Aug 13, 2025
Jacqueline (Broughton) Gianareles, 88, passed away peacefully on August 13, 2025, after a long illness. She was a caring, witty, and generous woman who made a lasting impression on all that she met. Jackie was predeceased by her loving husband, Peter, earlier this year.
She was born to W. Grafton and Ruth (Frame) Broughton on June 7, 1937, in Peabody Massachusetts....
Sr. Helene Cote
Aug 13, 2025
Sister Helene Cote, p.m. of the Sisters of the Presentation of Mary, died at age 77 at Community Hospice House in Merrimack, New Hampshire, on August 13, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer.
She was born in Woonsocket, RI, on October 9, 1947, the first of four children of the late Robert and Therese (Gregoire) Cote. She professed her vows...