Richard S. Paradise

Richard S. Paradise, 65, of Bartlett, NH formerly of Bedford, NH died June 25, 2024.

 Born in Manchester on September 17, 1958, he was the son of Roger J. and Rita (Gaam) Paradise. He graduated from Manchester West High School where he met his wife of 47 years.

 Richard owned and operated AllSafe & Lock on Manchester’s West Side, a successful local business started by his father more than 60 years ago. He was a Mason and a longtime member of the Washington Lodge #61. 

 As a young man, he enjoyed motocross and fishing and later was passionate about skiing and playing tennis with his beloved family and friends. He loved to tell a story, eat lobster, watch Fox News, hit Pro V golf balls, was an avid watch collector and his sense of humor was unmatched. He loved his grandchildren and especially supporting them in all their activities. 

 Family members include his wife, Donna (Dinorsce) Paradise of Bartlett; his daughters, Maria Hawkins and husband James of Manchester, Marisa Paradise of Manchester; his son, Richard Paradise and wife Samantha of Manchester; his beloved grandchildren, Cameron Hawkins and Aspen Paradise.

 Calling hours at Lambert Funeral Home, 1799 Elm St, corner of North St, will be Monday, July 1st from 5 to 8 pm. A memorial service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Tuesday at 11 am with a Celebration of Life to follow. A private burial will be in Pine Grove Cemetery at a later date.

 In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to support Shriner’s Children’s Hospital, 51 Blossom St, Boston, MA or go to Donate to LoveShriners.org today | Shriners Hospitals for Children® (lovetotherescue.org)