James V. Sarette

He served in the United States Navy.

For many years James was a self-employed finish carpenter by trade and will be remembered as a true Picasso of woodworking. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, cooking and being near his woodstove. He was also an avid gardener. He was a Miami Dolphins fan as well as a Boston Red Sox fan. He family fondly remembers him playing his guitar and harmonica,he will be missed.

IN HIS LIFE: Family members include his wife of 33 years, Joan (Jacoby) Sarette, of Manchester; 3 daughters, Tammy Couture, of MA, Christl Rush, of FL, Kristen Herlicka, of Bedford; 3 sons, Jim Sarette, of Manchester, Daniel Sarette, of FL, Richard Genest, of Manchester; his siblings, Richard Sarette, of CA, Robert Sarette, of Goffstown, Lucille Carrier, of Manchester, Claire Charest, of FL, Dennis Sarette, of Goffstown, Nancy Goudbout, of Goffstown; 17 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren; 1 aunt Jean Sarette, of Goffstown; several nieces, nephews, and cousins; he was predeceased by a sister, Irene LaFlamme, a brother, John Sarette.

A funeral Mass of Christian burial was celebrated Monday, June 20, 2011 at St. Pius X Church, Candia Rd. Manchester.

Burial followed in Shirley Hill Cemetery, Mountain Rd. Goffstown.

Memorial donations may be made to The Mental Health Center of Greater Manchester, 401 Cypress St, Manchester, NH 03103.