, 61, also known as Chuck, of Lancaster, New Hampshire, passed away on July 3, 2015 from heart disease. Chuck was born at the U. S. Navy Hospital in Bainbridge, Maryland on February 26, 1954, to Robert Edward Perkins, Sr. and Eleanor Perry Carleton Perkins. He grew up in various states in New England as his father transferred to various Air Force bases. Chuck graduated from Silver Lake Regional High School, Kingstone,Mass. in 1972, entered the U.S. Navy, serving time on subs, USS Darter, USS Barbel and USS Providence, mostly out of Japan and the Philippines until 1993. Once discharged, Chuck began civilian life, co-owning a business in Charleston, S. Carolina. Upon learning of his father's illness, Chuck unselfishly gave up the business to move to Lancaster, New Hampshire to help his mom take care of him.  After his father's passing, Chuck stayed on to care for his mom, whom he called his best friend. While in Lancaster Chuck worked at the town library, discovering a career he wished he had entered when he was younger.  He loved working with patrons, talking books, and researching information. To his surprise, this old sailor became passionate about cooking and birding.  He read voraciously, and even wrote a novel.  He was an avid music and film buff, and if you spent any time with him at all, you discovered his love of jokes, and talent for storytelling.  Eventually Chuck developed heart disease, survived bypass surgery, thus gaining another year and a half with us. He is predeceased by grandparents and namesake Charles H. Perkins, Sarah Brock Perkins; his parents; his brother Robert Edward Perkins, Jr.; uncle/aunt George Ernest Damato and Eleanor Perkins Damato; uncle/aunt Steven and Eleanor Carleton. He leaves behind his sister, Beth Carleton Perkins Curtis; nephews Nathaniel Bohon Curtis, Nicolas Brock Curtis; sister-in-law Nancy Kite Perkins; nephews Stephen and Christopher Perkins; and 6 cousins Richard, Paul, Maureen (Gallant), and William Damato and families; Elizabeth Ann Carleton and William Carleton
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 1 at the Weeks Memorial Library at 2:00 pm.  Please join us to share stories and celebrate a life kindly lived. Chuck will be interred at the Massachusetts National Cemetery near his parents at a later date.

, 86, of Burnside Street, died Tuesday afternoon, July 7, 2015 at Weeks Medical Center in Lancaster. Mrs. Roy was born in North Conway, NH on June 11, 1929 the daughter of John and Merial (Kneeland) Reny.In 1938 she moved to Lancaster and graduated from Lancaster Academy in 1947.  She attended nursing school at St. Louis Hospital in Berlin where she attained a degree as a registered nurse.  For a time she worked at Morrison Hospital, Whitefield and later Weeks Memorial Hospital, Lancaster, retiring there after 33 years of service.  For 16 years she served on the board of directors at Morrison Nursing Home.Family members include her husband Francis D. Roy of Lancaster; a sister Jacqueline Duquette of Poughkeepsie, NY; 2 nephews; 1 niece and numerous cousins.At Dot’s request there are no visiting hours and a graveside service will be held in Calvary Cemetery, Lancaster, at the convenience of the family.

, 94, of Shadow Lake Road, died July 28, 2015 at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital.Mr. Baker was lifelong resident of Concord, born there on July 31, 1920 the son of Mica and Mary Baker.  For 30+ years he was employed with Georgia Pacific at the Gilman Mill.  Everett love children and especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.  He and his late wife Reda hardly missed a sporting event participated by their grandchildren.  He also loved Bingo and was a regular at the Monday night game at the Gilman Senior Center.Family members include two sons, Gary Ingalls and wife Mary Lou of Lunenburg, Ray Ingalls and wife Judy of Essex Junction; a daughter Elaine Smith and her husband Marvin of Wheelock; 8 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; a sister Ruth MacDonald of East Concord and her children Sandra, Sonya, Steven and Stanley; a niece Arlene Hovey and her husband Roger; and a nephew Jim Forrest.  He was predeceased by his wife Reda (Moulton) Baker; a sister Eleanor Brown; two brother-in-laws Cecil Brown and Howard MacDonald; and a nephew Raymond Brown.A Celebration of his life will be held at the Concord Community Church on August 8, at 10:00 AM.  Reverend John Sleeper will officiate.  Burial will follow in Grove Cemetery in East St. Johnsbury.Donations in lieu of flowers may be made in his memory to Meals on Wheels or the Gilman Senior Center.

, 91, of Lunenburg, VT passed away July 1, 2015 at the Country Village Nursing Home in Lancaster, NH, with loved ones at her bedside.Harriet was born in Lunenburg on March 10, 1924 to Clyde and Marjorie (Bell) Jewel.She attended elementary school at the Pierce District one-room school, graduated from Lancaster High School, and received her teaching degree in 1944 from Lyndon Teachers College.  Later, she enjoyed teaching in the rural one-room schools in Waterford, Victory, Granby and Kirby.Harriet married her husband of 68 years, George Whitehead, on March 29, 1944.  To them were born five children: Kathleen, Sharon, Elwyn, Jeffrey, and Christine.She had a great love of horses – a love passed on to her by her father.  Incredible as it may seem she drove a horse and buggy or sleigh two miles to school every day at the age of six.  Then for much of early adult life she would be seen riding her horse, Dolly, in parades, such as the Fourth of July parade in Lunenburg and East St. Johnsbury.Harriet and her husband raised their five children on a farm in East St. Johnsbury where she enjoyed participating in community affairs such as church suppers and Home Dem meetings.She was an accomplished artist and crafter.  She loved to paint on canvas, do leatherwork, china work and to make all of her own clothes.  She could be seen participating in all the craft fairs in the area.  She especially enjoyed organizing the craft fair at the Granby School during Holiday in the Hills weekend.Harriet loved spending her summers at Shadow Lake in Concord, VT, where they had a camp.  She could be seen almost daily riding around the lake on her pontoon boat.  She also loved the ocean, and for over 20 years she would spend a week at Bar Harbor area in Maine.She recorded her memories of growing up in a book titled A Girls Story of a Farm Family.  In it she tells a funny story of a time when she was naughty. She writes, "Shirley Colby was helping with meals and dishes during the haying season.  I was probably five or six.  Mother was a patient person who never yelled, but expected me to do as I was told. Shirley had on a pretty new apron and was doing dishes at the sink.  I came up behind her with a pair of sharp shears and cut off the apron strings.  Shirley never said a word but my mother said several."�Harriet was predeceased by her parents and husband George.  She is survived by her five children:  Kathleen and husband Rodney Noble of Lunenburg, Sharon and husband Chester Stockwell also of Lunenburg, Elwyn and wife Mary of Concord, VT, Jeffrey and wife Loretta also of Concord and Christine and Dean Davis of Morrisville, VT, many grandchildren and great-grandchildren and several great-great-grandchildren. The family invites friends to the home of George and Harriet at 1308 Colby Road in Lunenburg to share memories with the family on Friday, July 10 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM.In lieu of flowers contributions in her memory may be made to "TOCC" in care of Chris Lingley, PO Box 195, Lunenburg, VT 05906. Funds will go toward the restoration of the beautiful stained glass windows in the Old Lunenburg Congregational Church.  Arrangements are under the direction of Bailey Funeral Home, Lancaster, NH.  Please go to www.baileyfh.net for more information or to send an online condolence.

, 74, of Water Street died suddenly, July 20, 2015, after battling many years with Parkinson's disease. Mr. Ennis was born in Boston, MA on May 28, 1941 the son of Robert and Kathleen (Smith) Ennis.  John was a longtime resident of Boston and served 30 years with the Boston Police Department.  He was involved in many facets of police work including the Mounted Unit, the Motorcycle Unit and crime scene investigation.  He was also a CSI instructor training other police departments and the FBI.  Flying was also a big part of John's life.  He was private and commercial pilot working for a time for Pan Am.  He was also an instructor for ultralight aircraft.During the Vietnam era he served in the US Army and participated in undercover operations.  He also served in the Army Reserves for many years.  He was a member of the Boston Patrolman’s Association and was one of the original 12 members of the Blue Knights Motorcycle Club.  John also loved farming and enjoyed gardening and raising animals.Surviving family members include his two children, Danielle Ennis and John J. Ennis both of Lancaster.A memorial mass will be celebrated Friday July 24^th at 2:00 PM at All Saints Church in Lancaster.  Reverend Matthew Mason, pastor, will officiate.  Military honors will follow in front of the church.

, 85 of Lunenburg, VT , beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on July 1^st, 2015. She was born on June 29^th, 1930 to Clarence Hemstock and Anna Wanamaker-Hemstock. Leona is survived by her 3 children from her marriage with Larry Esposito, who predeceased her in 2001. Lawrence Esposito of Gilman, VT, Kali Esposito of Lunenburg, VT and Mike Esposito of Lunenburg, VT. Leona has 10 grandchildren: Kasey Esposito, Travis Torelli, Tommy Brown, Mickey Esposito, Angelo Esposito, Tim Brown, Justin Brown, Keara Esposito, Jaden Esposito, Jasmine Esposito and Anthony Esposito who predeceased her.  Leona also had 2 great-grandchildren, Natalie Esposito and Caiden Esposito as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins in Connecticut. She is also survived by her brother Luis Hemstock of Connecticut. She lost her sister Lara Hemstock and her 3 brothers: John Hemstock, Bill Hemstock and Bob Hemstock. Leona loved her family and devoted 85 years to them. She was considered the “glue” that kept the family together. Leona enjoyed wild life, sports and animals. Leona was known for her jokes, cards, birds, listening to music and her amazing cooking.  Leona has impacted everyone who she made contact with, and influenced her kind heart upon them.  She dedicated her entire life to her family and loved ones. On Tuesday, July 7, 2015 friends may call on the family at the Bailey Funeral Home, 210 Main Street, Lancaster, NH from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. A graveside services will be held at the Riverside Cemetery in Lunenburg, VT on Wednesday July 8^th at 11am.

, 88, of Prospect Street, Lancaster, passed away on Thursday, July 16, 2015, at the Sonogee Rehabilitation and Living Center in Bar Harbor, Maine, with her daughter at her side.  She had fallen ill this spring while visiting her daughter in Maine.  Mary Louise Burbank was born on March 18, 1927, in Dalton to Bliss L. and Edith (Lewis) Burbank.  She was raised in Dalton, graduating from Dalton High School in 1944.  She attended business school in Concord for a year before beginning work at Celluloid Corp in Gilman, VT.  She married Paul A. Smith on June 8, 1963, and moved to Lancaster.  This marked the happiest period of her life, when her children were small and she was a stay-at-home mother.  She later worked at the Connecticut Valley Dairy and was a dispatcher for the State of New Hampshire Highway Department for many years, retiring in 1997.During her retirement years she gave 3000 hours of volunteer service to Weeks Medical Center.  In 2010 she received the Mel Gallop Memorial Award for outstanding volunteer service for her work in the hospital pharmacy and for appointment reminder calling. She also organized her favorite recipes into two self-published volumes of cookbooks; knitted until her eyes failed her; enjoyed time at her camp at Maidstone Lake, VT; travelled; and worked on her tan whenever weather permitted. She demonstrated her strong desire to live by surviving several health crises. Her family is grateful that she was able to maintain her sharp wits and sense of humor to the end despite her failing health.She is survived by her daughter, Constance M. Smith of Ellsworth, ME; her son, Matthew P. Smith of Lancaster; his wife, Barbara J. Peaslee-Smith; her beloved grandson, Andrew B. Smith; and her brother, Jon A. Burbank of Hebron, NH. She was predeceased by her parents; by her husband, Paul, in 1982; and her sister, Joyce B. Alexander, earlier this year.A memorial mass will be celebrated on Saturday, August 1, 2015, at 11 a.m. at All Saints Catholic Church, 163 Main Street, Lancaster. Reverend Matthew Mason, pastor, will officiate.  A reception will be held in the church hall following the service. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, New England Division, 121 Connor Way, Suite 420, Williston, Vermont 05495-1460.

, 76, of Lancaster, N.H. passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 5, 2015 at Country Village Center surrounded by his family. Nate graduated from Groveton High School in 1957 and became a well known building contractor in and around the surrounding towns.Nate was an avid gardener, hunter and fisherman, and a very compassionate animal lover, Luke being his favorite.  He was most proud of his home which he shared with his loving companion Carol Reed, who survives him.Nathan is also survived by his two daughters, Tiffany Martin Benoit, husband Jerry and their daughter Madison, all of Exeter, N.H and Melissa Martin Barney and husband Brian, their son Joshua, his wife Allison and great granddaughter Mya, all of Guildhall, VT and their daughter Kaitlyne Taylor and husband Charlie of South Kirby VTAt Nathan's request there will be no visiting hours, there will be a private service at the family's convenience

, 54, of Melcher Street, died July 24, 2015 at his uncle’s home in Lunenburg after a long illness.Mr. Dupont was born in Lancaster on March 29, 1961 the son of Raymond Dupont and Eldeen (Roby) Towle.Raynard worked for a time as a private caregiver and was very involved with the Catholic Church.Family members include his sister Betty Stapleton of Clermont, FL and her children Travis and Samantha.  His parents predeceased him.A graveside service will be held Tuesday August 11^th at 10:00 AM in the Calvary Cemetery, Lancaster.  Reverend Daniel Deveau, pastor of St. Francis Xavier Church, will officiate.

, 56, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Thursday morning, July 30, 2015 after a long courageous battle with cancer.     She is survived by her Husband Mark, 4 daughters -Regina, Katrina, Christina and Alina as well as her father Arthur Doty , 5 grandchildren and 7 brothers and sisters. Regina, a lover of the ocean grew up on the beaches of Winthrop MA before moving to Northern NH.   She had an infectious laugh and loved being surrounded by her family.    She was avid quilter and fiber artist and will be missed by her Stitch family greatly.    Regina committed her life to raising her 4 daughters as well as caring for her 5 grandchildren. Her faith and family were the cornerstones of her life.   Visiting hours will be held Monday evening, August 3, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at the Bailey Funeral Home in Lancaster.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday morning at 10:00 AM at St. Agnes Church in Jefferson.  Reverend Matthew Mason, pastor, will officiate.  Burial will follow in Kilkenny View Cemetery, Jefferson. The staff at Norris Cotton Cancer in Lebanon and St. Johnsbury took excellent care of her and enabled her to battle this disease with fierce determination.  In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate any donations to be made in loving memory to Norris Cotton Cancer Center.

, 68, passed away peacefully on the morning of July 9, 2015, at Weeks Medical Center, surrounded by her family.  She was born in Lancaster on December 7, 1946 to Warren and Blanche (Carter) Hutchinson.She grew up and lived her life in the Lancaster-Groveton area and graduated in 1965 from Groveton High School.  She worked as a receptionist for Father Sands for several years and then worked as an LNA at Country Village Genesis in Lancaster.  In later years she was a homemaker.  She was a very generous, kind and loving person who would help anyone in need.  She was a loving wife and mother but her greatest joy was spending time with her grandchildren.Sandra leaves behind her husband of 38 years, Thomas Gonyer of Groveton and two children; a daughter, Angela Blanchette, her husband Robbie and their two children, Ivory Rose and Josef Patrick, all of Lancaster;  a son Patrick Whittum and his two rottweilers (grand-dogs) Sam and Damien of Groveton;  a brother Donald Hutchinson of Groveton; a sister, Trudy LeClere of Exeter; and many nieces , nephews and cousins.  She also leaves behind her dearest friend, Susan Wright of Groveton.A Sandra was predeceased by her parents, a brother, Richard Hutchinson and two sisters, Anne Goulet and Ruth Mills.At Sandra’s request there will be no services.  Burial will be at the convenience of the family.  To defray burial costs you may send donations to Bailey Funeral Home, 210 Main Street, Lancaster, NH 03584.

, 38, died suddenly at his home Saturday August 1, 2015. Dennis was born in Lancaster on December 31, 1976 the son of Dennis G. and Cathy A. (Pond) Walter.  He was raised in Dalton and had a life-long passion for the logging business.  He worked for various logging companies over the years until forced to stop due to health reasons.  He also enjoyed hunting and fishing but his greatest love was spending time with his family. Surviving family includes his wife Chrystie L. (Willey) Walter of Twin Mountain; two daughters Gabrielle Walter and Makayla Walter of Twin Mountain; his parents Dennis and Cathy of Dalton; a brother Chad Walter and a sister Shilo Walter both of Dalton. A memorial service will be held Sunday afternoon, August 9, at 1:00 PM at the Dalton Congregational Church.  Reverend Diane Raymond, pastor, will officiate. Burial will be at a later date at the convenience of the family in Cushman Cemetery.

, 93, formerly of the McKee Inn, died August 7, 2015 at the Country Village Health Care Center, Lancaster.Mr. Matthews was born in Lancaster on July 14, 1922 the son of Harold E. and Ethel Mariah (Johnston) Matthews.During World War II he served with the US Army and later worked for the Army and Navy Maritime Commission.  For 32 years he worked at the Gilman Mill for Georgia Pacific as an electrician.  Keith loved Alaska and after retiring in 1985 resided there and in California for 13 years.  Returning to Lancaster he volunteered much of his time to the community at Weeks Medical Center, Wheels on Meals, the Lancaster Welcome Center and the Lancaster Historical Society.  Keith also loved to fish.  He was a member of the Groveton American Legions.He is survived by his son Keith “KC” Matthews of Lancaster and a niece Patricia Thibodeau of Enfield, CT.  He was predeceased by his wife, Eva Frances (Tauza) Matthews; and two sisters, Kathleen Pohl and Vivian Dooley.A graveside service will be held Friday August 14^th at 10:00 A.M at the Summer Street Cemetery, Lancaster.  The Groveton American Legion is overseeing services and military honors.Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to Weeks Memorial Library, 128 Main St.  Lancaster, NH  03584

, 73, a long time resident of E. Concord, VT, died peacefully at home, in her sleep on Sunday, August 2, 2015, after a long, brave battle with cancer. Joanne was born in Brockton, MA on May 29, 1942 and lived in and around the South Shore area until moving to Vermont in 1996.  Joanne was the daughter of Joseph and Annie (Pigago) Mackiewicz.  Joanne shared her love and her life with her late husband, Paul A. Belair. Joanne leaves her daughters, Noelle Hosford and husband Ron, Gilman VT, and Brigette Walters and husband Bruce Walters, Lancaster NH and stepdaughter, Paulette Davis and husband Charlie, Leland, NC.  Joanne also leaves behind; grandsons, Devin Belair, Elijah Walters, Grady Walters and Tyler Martin and granddaughters, Kourtnei Graham and Mykayla Martin.  Joanne's grandsons, Geoffrey Graham and Sam Hosford, predeceased her.  She also leaves her great grandchildren, Mariyah, Crew, Kingston, Aysjah, Kerwin, Alaya and Kaison.  Joanne leaves 3 siblings, Judy Nelson, Gilman VT, Jean Clark, Phelps, NY and Joyce Waite, Clifton Springs, NY.  A brother, Joseph Mackiewicz and a sister, Janice Lescault, predeceased her. Joanne's family also includes many loving aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews. For many years, Joanne was employed as a customer service representative for many local companies including Timberland Machines, before retiring in 2009.  She made many friends through her work and loved interacting with people. Joanne spent her life in service to others.  She studied to be a Hospice volunteer at Weeks Medical Center.  She was well known and loved at the Gilman Senior Center, where she was a very active volunteer. Joanne was also a member of the TOPs group in Lancaster NH.  Joanne really enjoyed her regular Bingo and Bonko games and the company of all of her friends there.  Joanne made friends wherever she went.  She was always ready with a smile and a “Hello!” and she will be greatly missed by many. Per Joanne's request, there will be no service.  Memorial contributions may be made to The Weeks Memorial Hospital Oncology Department, 173 Middle St. Lancaster, NH or to the Gilman Senior Center, Gilman VT.

, passed away August 5th, 2015 at home in his sleep. Born at home in 1938, he was son of Phyllis and Leslie Briggs of East Concord VT. Lindsey graduated from Concord High School in 1956 and then went on scholarship to study at Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge MA. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in Aeronautics and Astronautics in 1960 from MIT, and then made a big move to California to work for Aerojet Corporation, where he worked for over 39 yrs. During his time as an engineer (fondly referred to as a "rocket scientist" by his family), he led program management of the Minutemen ICBM during the US efforts to catch up with Russia at the height of the Cold War. A four year high school baseball and basketball player, one of his fondest memories was of making it to the VT State Championship basketball game in Barre. Lindsey was always an avid supporter of youth athletics, coaching all of his children's teams through the years and rarely missed a high school sporting event his children played in. He was ahead of his time as a perfectionist statistician and record keeper, using what we now call "metrics" to plan the winning lineup. He played and coached in adult softball and basketball leagues throughout his life. Even into his 70's, while his health allowed him, he went to the community softball games held nightly in the summers. While living in California he took up cycling, and logged thousands of hours riding the bike trails that follow the American River in and around Sacramento. His daily routine of 25 miles thru any kind of weather was an impressive feat for years. He took up backpacking in the Sierra’s and introduced his family to "G.O.R.P" as a trailside staple. In winter, he would bring his family to the Sierra Mountains for a look at the snow and a day of tobogganing - on his original wooden toboggan hauled from Vermont. He was a committed volunteer at the Sacramento County Sheriff's Dept. In 1976 he completed a course in reserve officer training, graduating highest in his class. For 20 years with the sheriff's reserve he worked a weekly patrol riding with a seasoned officer. He served his alma mater MIT for many years as a regional coordinator and an educational counselor and interviewed countless teens applying for admission. In 2006 he received the "George B. Morgan '20 Award" recognizing dedication to the MIT admissions process. He enjoyed continuing education courses offered for alums and the MIT Technology Review magazine was a staple of his reading stack. In his retirement he returned to New England, living in his hometown village of East Concord, VT and most recently in Littleton, NH. Predeceased by his parents Leslie Charles Briggs and Phyllis Esther (Woodbury) Briggs, he is survived by his brother Gary Briggs (Linda) of Morrisville, VT, sister Janice Boulais of  Plaistow, NH, formerly married to Noreen with whom he had daughter Stephanie Briggs (Michael Lyons) of Norwich VT, son Glenn Lansing Briggs  (Kendice) of Irvine, CA, daughter Sheila Briggs Scafine (Mark) of San Mateo CA. And lovingly remembered by seven grandchildren Hannah, Gus, and Maddie Lyons, Austyn and Carsen Briggs, Marco and Isabella Scafine. Memorial services will be held at Bailey Funeral Home Sunday August 9th at 2:00pm. In lieu of flowers- donations can be sent to: MIT Student House Fund ℅ S.BRIGGS 17 Carpenter St. Norwich, VT 05055

, 73, passed away at Littleton Regional Hospital on September 26, 2015 at the age of73 with his wife and daughter present. Jim was born in Lancaster on June 24, 1942. He graduated from Lancaster High School and went on to earn a Barber's Certification in 1962. Jim worked at Brown Street Furniture and had a Barber Shop in Lancaster for 52 years. He is a member of the Lancaster Methodist Church. Jim enjoyed fishing, baseball, music and playing with his beloved cat Tigger. Jim is predeceased by his father, Daniel Flynn, Mother, Evelyn Stillings and Sister Gloria Sullivan Jim is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Beatrice Stevens. They were married in Lancaster on May 23, 1981. He is also survived by his daughters, Penny Rivera and Melody Gordner Jr. of Denvers, PA., stepchildren: Bruce Rolfe of Island Pond, VT, Barry Rolfe of New Hampton, NH, Cynthia Foltz of Suitland, MD, Dale Rolfe of Burke, VA and Debra Rolfe of Middletown, CT. Jim is lovingly remembered by his nephew Fredrick Sullivan and niece Pamela Sullivan Frizzell of Lancaster NH, as well as grandchildren, great grandchildren, nephew and cousins. At Jim's request, there will be no calling hours. A graveside service will be held on October 3^rd, 2015 at 2:00 pm at Summer Street Cemetery in Lancaster. Reverend Richard Boyden, pastor of the Christ United Methodist Church, Lancaster, will officiate. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to St. Jude's Hospital or Littleton Regional Hospital.

, 33, of Highland Street, died suddenly at his home Saturday morning September 12, 2015, after a period of declining health.Mr. Nickerson was born in Boston, MA on February 26, 1982 the son of Scott Donovan and Christine (Nickerson) Mitchell.Dennis was raised in Cape Ann, MA.  He acquired his GED with honors and later attended North Shore Regional Vocational School in Middleton, MA. There he acquired a degree in Culinary Arts.  For a time he was chef in the Boston area working in everything from high end restaurants to pizza parlors.  He was instrumental in creating a recipe for a potato pizza that received accreditation from the Phantom Gourmet. In 2006 he moved to Whitefield and cooked at Applebee's and the 99 Restaurants in Littleton.Dennis was a fan of Dr. Who and Star Trek and loved playing video games. He also loved his dog Tiberius. He will be remembered for his loyalty to his family and friends who meant so much to him. Surviving family members include his long time companion and significant other Danielle Scuturio of Whitefield; his mother Christine Mitchell of Whitefield; his father Scott Donovan of Saugus, MA; his brother Ryan Donovan of Eastport, ME; one nephew, one niece and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. A celebration of Dennis' life will be held Friday afternoon September 18^th from 12:00 to 6:00 PM at the Forest Lake State Park in Dalton, NH.  A time of remembrance will be held at 1:00 PM.  Life Cycle Celebrant Wendy MacDonald will officiate. The Dennis Nickerson Memorial Swim will follow and a barbecue luncheon will be served.
NOTE: Forest Lake State Park directions: From Route 116 in Whitefield, NH take Forest Lake Road to 397 Forest Lake Road.

, 60, died suddenly at his home on Sunday, September 20, 2015.Mr. Crawford was born in Lancaster on December 20, 1954 the son of Raymond W. and Julia (Holden) Crawford.  He was raised in Groveton and was a 1974 graduate of Groveton High School.Roderick has been a longtime resident of the Manchester area and worked as an insurance agent.  His last job was with Acorn Insurance in Pelham, NH. He took early retirement in February of 2014.He had a lifelong passion for Genealogy and had researched the Crawford family line back several generations.   He was also a member and active participant of the Groveton High School Alumni.He was predeceased by his mother Julia Holden Crawford in 1969 and his stepmother Virginia A. Crawford in 2014.  Surviving family members include his father Raymond W. Crawford of Groveton; sister Sheila Lovering and husband David Lovering, Nephew DJ Lovering and niece Jamie Lovering all of Concord, NH, sister Kathy Wiles and husband Dean Wiles, nephew Loren Lock and niece Sabrina Zanes all of Groveton; brother Gary Crawford of Tennessee; a great-nephew, Julian Dow of Concord; aunts Florence Holden Berube of Groveton, Sylvia Holden Stone of Groveton, Ethel Goodrum of Colebrook, Eva Stevens of Stewartstown; an uncle Kent Holden and wife Sarah of Groveton; and many cousins. A memorial visiting hour will be held Saturday afternoon September 26, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM at the Bailey Funeral Home in Lancaster. A memorial service will follow at 2:15 at the funeral home.  Reverend Bruce Lee will officiate.  Burial will follow in Northumberland Cemetery.

, 51, formerly of Twin Mountain, died Tuesday afternoon September 22, 2015, at Weeks Medical Center after a long battle with ALS.Sheila was born in Massachusetts on April 18, 1964 the daughter of Neil and Eualie (Russell) Brown.  She was raised in Whitefield and later moved to concord, NH where she was a 1981 graduate of Concord High School.  She returned to Whitefield in 1984.For a time Sheila was an assistant manager at Loon Mountain.  She also worked for G.B. American in Lancaster and many years at the Omni Mt. Washington Hotel in several departments.  She enjoyed books and reading, particularly by the writer Nora Roberts. Sheila loved cats and collected cat paintings and figurines.  She was also a big fan of the online game Pogo.Family members include her daughter Morgan Gilman of Twin Mountain, and a brother Edward Brown of Littleton.  She was predeceased by her parents and two brothers Theodore Brown and Richard Brown.A memorial service will be held Saturday September 26 at 2:00 PM at the Middle Falls in Bretton Woods.  Visiting hours will be held Thursday October 1 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at the Bailey Funeral Home in Lancaster.  Burial will be held at the convenience of the family in Park Street Cemetery in Whitefield.

, 54, died suddenly Saturday September 12, at the horse pulling competition at Barton Fairgrounds.  He had just won first place in his division.Stanley was born in Los Angeles, California on March 2, 1961 the son of Stanley E. Morse Sr. and Jo Ann (Cauthorne) Morse.  Raised in California and Vermont he was a graduate of Concord High School.  For several years he served with the U.S. Air Force. Eventually he settled in North Concord and on October 31, 2002 he married Maria Mullen.  Most of his life he has worked as a truck driver and was the proprietor of Morse Trucking.  Stanley loved hunting and trapping and for the past two years he has been an avid competition horse puller.He was a member of the Northeast Kingdom Pulling Association.Surviving family members include his wife Maria of North Concord; his children, Kristal Moody of Woodsville, NH, Emerald Guerra, Violette Guerra, William Morse, Autumn Morse, Grace Morse all of North Concord; his father Stanley E. Morse Sr. of Gilman;  his mother Jo Ann Morse of Whitefield; two brothers, Wilbur F. Morse of Northumberland, Shawn D. Morse and wife Sonya of Lunenburg; two sisters Shawna L. Morse of Newport, VT, Charlene Torres and husband James of Littleton; and multiple nieces and nephews.Visiting hours will be held Thursday evening September 17, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at the Bailey Funeral Home in Lancaster.  Additional services will be held at the convenience of the family.