Joseph Buteau, 30, of Manchester died November 26, 2019 of complications from a long struggle with drug addiction. He was surrounded by his loving parents at the time of his death.
Born in Manchester on February 3, 1989, he was the son of Anthony P. and Elizabeth A. (Haley) Buteau. He was educated in the local school system, graduating from Manchester Central High School and attended Keene State College as well as the University of NH.
Joseph was an avid reader who was well-versed on nearly every subject. He owned a huge comic book collection and found great joy reading the Marvel Books series. He was a wonderful son with great potential who will be dearly missed by many.
Family members include his parents of Manchester as well as several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
A Mass of Christian burial was celebrated on Tuesday, December 3, 2019 in St. Joseph Cathedral. Committal prayers and burial followed in St. Joseph Cemetery, Bedford.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to HOPE for NH Recovery, 293 Wilson St, Manchester, NH 03103.
The family would like to thank the doctors and staff at the Elliot Hospital for their kindness and the excellent care they provided for Joseph.
To send an online message of condolence, please go to www.lambertfuneralhome.com.