John E. Devine, Jr. 78, affectionately known as "Jack," passed away on August 25, 2019 at home after an evening surrounded by family and friends. Jack was born on June 21, 1941 and raised in Manchester, NH and was the eldest of six siblings. He dearly loved social gatherings with his large Irish Catholic family. In 1963 Jack earned his...
William J. "Bill" Beidler, Jr., 93, of Manchester, passed away on August 25, 2019 at Villa Crest Nursing and Retirement Center after a period of declining health. He was born in Philadelphia, PA on September 11, 1925 to William and Lydia (Crozier) Beidler. He grew up in Philadelphia where he graduated from public schools then lived in Manchester for most...
Norma Jean Petit, 88, of Candia, died peacefully and comfortably on August 23, 2019, at Elliot Hospital.Born in Jackson, MI on August 11, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Norman B. and Grace Marie (Rood) Long.Norma worked for New Hampshire College for 30 years. She lived in many places, including Germany. She enjoyed knitting and had a love...
Edward Hamilton Klufts, age 51, died suddenly of a heart attack on August 23, 2019. He was the son of Edward Francis Klufts and Gertrude Hamilton Klufts. He was born and raised in Manchester. He attended St. Joseph's Junior High and Trinity High School. He graduated from St. Anselm College with a degree in science. Early in his career, he...
Michael C. Lang, 92, of Goffstown died August 22, 2019, at Community Hospice House, Merrimack, after a period of declining health. Born in Manchester on January 31, 1927, he was the son of the late Charles and Helena (Hunkins) Lang. He lived in Manchester for most of his life and had wintered in New Port Richey, FL for 18 years....
Leo J. Morency, 82, of Manchester, died August 19, 2019 at Frisbie Memorial Hospital in Rochester after a period of declining health. He was born in Manchester on June 8, 1937 to Joseph and Gracia (Dussault) Morency. He earned an associate's degree in criminal justice from St. Anselm College and was a lifelong resident of Manchester. Leo retired from the...
Irene M. Touzin, 96, of Manchester died August 19, 2019 at a local healthcare facility surrounded by her loving family. Born in Manchester on December 18, 1922, she was the daughter of Henri and Marie (Lavigne) St. Hilaire. She was educated in the local school system and graduated from Manchester West High School. Prior to retirement, she had worked as...
Stanley S. Grant passed away Monday August 19th of sudden heart failure after a short walk while recuperating in a skilled nursing facility while away from assisted living in Bedford. Stanley was born August 21, 1927 in Antrim, the son of Maurice and Lillian Grant of South Weare. He was educated in local schools and the University of New Hampshire...
Anita D. Vincent, 87, of Orlando, FL, passed away unexpectedly on August 14th, 2019 at Elliot Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.Born in Manchester on October 15, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Joaquin and Doria (Boudreau) Gomes. Anita was educated in Manchester and was a graduate of West High School. Prior to her retirement she was employed...
Elvira Gonzalez, 89, of Manchester, died August 14, 2019 at her daughter's residence surrounded by her loving family. Born in Bermejillo Durango, Mexico on October 24, 1929, she was the daughter of Juan Reyes and Isabel Ramirez. Prior to retirement, she had been employed in the housekeeping laboratory division of the Catholic Medical Center. Elvira loved to dance and shout...