, 54, of Littleton and Franconia died unexpectedly Thursday, June 11, 2015 at Littleton Regional Hospital after a brief illness. Monica was born in 1961 at Travis AFB, California. She graduated from Foran High School, Milford, CT and attended Central Connecticut State University. She was a gifted athlete who played volleyball, softball and basketball at the high school and collegiate level. Monica had a diverse work history. She loved working outdoors and had a great appreciation of nature and our environment. Monica was predeceased by her father, Vincent B. Martin and is survived by her mother, Dorothy Jeanne Martin of Littleton. Monica leaves behind a large, extended family: Dale and Carol Martin, Pinson, Alabama; Terry Martin, Milford, CT; Michele (Martin) and Donald Walkley, West Palm Beach, Florida; Theresa Martin McKeown, Unionville, CT; Joan (Martin) and Tom Kuser, Milford, CT and Steve and Kim Martin, Jupiter, Florida. She was also a loving Aunt to seven nieces and nephews and nine great nieces and nephews. Monica will also be dearly missed by her aunt, Barbara Blewett and her family, Richard and Kathy Blewett and Jacquie (Blewett) and Ken Colburn. A celebration of her life will be planned at a later date. Memorial donations can be made in Monica’s memory to the LRH Charitable Foundation, 600 St. Johnsbury Rd, Littleton, NH 03561

, 84, of Franconia, died Wednesday July 22, 2015. She was born in Bridgeport, CT in 1931 and was raised by her aunt, Anna Dlugos. She attended the University of Bridgeport for a time, but soon met and married Warren Martin on January 20, 1951. Ginny and Warren made a home in Groton, MA where the couple raised their family and Ginny worked at The Public Spirit in Ayer, MA. In 1972 the family moved to Hollis, NH and she found work at the Nashua Telegraph. 1979 found opportunity for the family in Whitefield, NH where the couple bought The Sleigh Bell Farm. It was a home they were very proud of and truly loved, but eventually became too large to manage and the couple moved to North Conway. While in the North Country Ginny worked at the Mt. Washington Hotel, the Mt. Washington Observatory Museum and Gift Shop, as Mrs. Clause at the Christmas Loft, as The Old Lady in the Shoe at Story Land and at Chalmers Insurance. She lived out her final years in assisted living in Littleton and Franconia. Ginny Martin was best known for her wonderful storytelling. She was loved by many for her quick wit, compassion and sense of humor. Ginny had a strong faith and was involved in many activities at the churches she attended. Many people would describe her as a wonderful woman followed by, "we love her". She is predeceased by her husband of 61 years, Warren Martin. Ginny is survived by her three daughters, Sharon Strangman, Wendy Fearon, and Robin Adams, six grandchildren, Kellian, Ashley, Sandra, Jennifer, Paul and David, and several great grandchildren. There will be a memorial celebrating the lives of Warren and Ginny at the Faith Bible Church in Littleton, NH on Wednesday July 29, 2015 at 4PM. Those who wish may make donations in Ginny's memory to Faith Bible Church, 355 Union St. Littleton, NH 03561.

died at home in Twin Mountain, NH of Cardiac Arrest. Matt was born in 1965 in Wilmington, Delaware to David Cushing Neville and Jill Dorothy Coldwell Neville. He graduated from Hopkinton High School in 1983 and was a vibrant member of the University of New Hampshire’s class of 1987, graduating with a degree in Political Science and a minor in Business. Matt was equally gifted with his hands and mind. A voracious reader, he encouraged those around him to think about the world and the way it worked and would share his literary interest given an opportunity. During his life he put his gifts and education to work in general construction. His early career focused on ceramic tile and kitchen cabinetry installation. His attention to detail and organizational skills led him to further his career as foreman and supervisor for a bridge construction company and later as a self-employed building contractor focused on restoration, both residential and commercial. When Matt moved to the NH North Country, he became part of the family while working at Carlson’s Lodge in Twin Mountain using his skills to improve and maintain the business. He developed a lasting relationship with three generations of the Carlson family and could always be counted on for a helping hand, comfort, conversation and a smile. Most recently Matt was employed as the Chief Engineer for the Hampton Inn in Littleton, NH, and his presence there had a positive and lasting effect. If you live in NH, it is very likely that you have driven over a bridge that Matt made sure was built as the engineers had designed. In NH and beyond, his work will live on in the projects, big and small, that he put his talent and amazing work ethic toward. Matt appreciated and thrived in the outdoors. He loved skiing, fishing, and hiking and took great pride in his vegetable gardening as well as in his fine woodworking. Matt is survived by his son Christopher, Mother Jill, Father David, two older brothers, Daniel and his companion Linda and Timothy and his wife Pamela. He is also survived by his ex-wife Lisa Belliveau, his long-time companion Joy Rennell, best friends Rich Easton and Christopher “Buck” Ruccio, niece Alisa Barnard, nephews Jason Neville, Ben Herrin, Carter Neville, aunts, uncles, cousins and many loving friends who cared for him deeply. A celebration of Matt’s life will be held at the Littleton Hampton Inn 580 Meadow Street Littleton, New Hampshire, 03561 on Saturday October 3, 2015 from 1:00-4:00 pm. There will be a light meal served after Words and Remembrances in memory of Matt. In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to Tri County Cap, PO Box 717 Bethlehem, NH 03574 Care of: Friendship House in memory of Matt Neville

, 84, Littleton, passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2015 at Littleton Regional Healthcare. Robert was born in 1930 to Frank and Harriet (Robinson) Peck, in Pittsfield, ME. He graduated from URI in 1952. He then enlisted in the US Army and served in New Mexico at White Sands Proving Grounds. Robert Married Ruth Lewis on September 3, 1955. They owned a home in Littleton before moving to Sarasota FL. He was employed for many years as a Mill-work Estimator. He retired in 1997 and moved back to Littleton. Robert loved to play golf and enjoyed fishing in the summer. Robert is survived by his wife of 59 years, Ruth Peck, one daughter Susan Reyes, two granddaughters, three great grandchildren, and six nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother, Richard, his sister Gayle Mattox, and his son Michael. There are no public services.

74, of Littleton, NH, died peacefully on Thursday, July 30, 2015 at the Grafton County Nursing Home with family by her side. Born in Lebanon, NH, in 1940, the daughter of Carlton and Veronica (Szczerba ) Greenan she attended local schools and graduated from Hanover High School and was a graduate of the St. Elizabeth’s Hospital School of Nursing in Brighton, MA. She served as the Head Nurse of the Post Anesthesia Recovery Room at the former Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital, Hanover, prior to moving to Littleton. She worked in Saudia Arabia for three years at the King Faisal Hospital in Riyadh and was able to travel abroad to places like Egypt, Turkey and Rome. She worked at Littleton Regional Hospital, and later for North Country Orthopedics with H. Taylor Caswell, MD. Marcia retired from her nursing career as the Director of Nursing at Mount Sacred Heart Convent, Littleton. Marcia was a talented knitter and created beautiful baby blankets, hats and mittens which she often donated to charities. She made mittens for both of her grandsons' classrooms so every child would have warm hands during the cold winters. She was a very proud friend of Bill. She was a communicant and active member of the community at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church. She loved her summer vacations at Short Sands, York Beach Maine where she spent time with beloved family and friends. She continued that tradition with her grandchildren. Her most cherished treasures in life were her red haired, blue eyed grandchildren Andrew and Christopher. She is predeceased by her father, Carlton Greenan, her twin sister Maryann and her grandson Jonathan Dale Smith. She is survived by her mother Veronica Greenan, of Wilder, VT, a daughter Tammy and husband Adam Smith, of Littleton, a son Todd C. Ross, of West Sheffield, VT, her two grandsons Andrew and Christopher Smith, of Littleton, NH, her brother Bruce Greenan and wife Lana, Auburn, CA, two sisters, Jean Conger, of Spokane, WA, and Ann Davidson and husband Kenneth, Swampscott MA, her friend Thomas C. Ross, many nieces, nephews, surrogate grandchildren and wonderful friends. Visiting hours will be held on Monday, August 10th, 3-7PM at the Ross Funeral Home, Littleton Chapel. A Mass of Christian burial will be Celebrated on Tuesday, August 11th at 11:00 AM at the St. Rose of Lima Church with Father Mark Dollard officiating. Burial will follow at the St. Rose Cemetery. Those who wish may make donations in memory of Marcia Ross to Boys and Girls Club of the North Country, 2572 Route 302, Lisbon, NH 03585.

, 75, Bethlehem, passed away on March 9, 2015 at Cottage Hospital, in Woodsville, NH. He was born in 1939 in Waterbury, CT to Harold and Gertrude (Roy) Rogers. Bill attended schools in Waterbury and went on to learn the carpentry trade working in his father's business. He moved to Vermont and owned his own carpentry business as well as working as a long haul truck driver. After moving back to Connecticut he worked as a supervisor for Enterprise Builders as while continuing to work for himself on his own time. Bill retired to New Hampshire and was a communicant and active member of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church. Working as an alter server and singing with the choir. He was a proud 4th degree Knight of Columbus, having been a member for over 25 years he was very active in his council and held several different leadership positions. He enjoyed fishing, being with people, and sitting on his porch talking to neighbors. He is survived by his wife, Doris, children, A. Joseph, David M, Harold, Donna Ubben, William Jr. Jeanne Kirby, James and step daughter Amy Vidler, 16 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren, a sister Joyce Melia, one niece, one nephew, and good friends, the Kings, Ronald McColough and his dog Max. He is predeceased by his parents, second wife Susan Rogers, and parents in law, William and Dorothea Wrenn. Those who wish may make donations in Bill's memory to American Diabetes Association, 249 Canal St. Manchester, NH 03101. A memorial Mass will be celebrated on Monday March 16, 2015 at 10 at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, Littleton, NH.

, age 68, died December 23, 2015 at approximately 8:30 pm at Catholic Medical Center, Manchester, NH of medical complications. Cam was born March 30, 1947 in Littleton, NH to Natalie C. Bodwell and Norwood A. Ball. She attended Dow Academy in Franconia, Littleton Middle and High School before graduating from Manchester Central High School in 1965. Cam is survived by a brother, Gregory N. Ball (Eileen) of Franconia, NH and two half-brothers, David Ball of Dover, NH and Bradley Ball of Franconia, NH. Her other siblings, Robin B. Boyle and Christopher T. Ball predeceased her in 2007 and 2010 respectively. Beloved stepmother, Elizabeth “Betty” Ball predeceased her in 2012. Two sister-in-law’s, an uncle, three aunts, three sets of cousins, many nephews and nieces, and several grandnieces and grandnephews compete the surviving circle of life, some more connected than others, as is inevitable. Cam lived in Berlin, NH for approximately the last thirty years, her last residence being Verdun Group Home. She made many friendships over the years including fellow clients and staff, a few of them continuing over twenty to thirty years. Cam was loved for her friendliness, kindness, loyalty, intelligence but perhaps most of all for her smiles, laughter and extraordinary sense of humor in the face of life’s daily adversities. An informal service for family and friends will be held at Cam’s gravesite at Elmwood Cemetery in Franconia, NH sometime in the spring. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Verdun Group Home and or Northern Human Services, 69 Willard Street, Berlin, NH 03570.

, 90, of Littleton, New Hampshire, died at St. John Medical Center, Westlake, Ohio Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2015 with his family by his side. He and his wife, Audrey had moved to Ohio to be near their daughter in December. He was born in 1924 in Lawrence, Mass. to Edna Buote and Sylvere Richard and moved to Exeter, New Hampshire in 1925. He attended Hall Place Elementary, St. Michael’s School in Exeter and graduated from Exeter High School in 1942. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1943 to 1946 as a turret gunner in TBM torpedo bombers AOM3C. He graduated with a B.A. in Languages from the University of New Hampshire in 1950 and from Universite Laval, Quebec, Canada with a Masters Degree in French Literature in 1951. After brief stints at Phillips Petroleum Company in Texas and Edgecomb Motor Sales in Exeter, New Hampshire as comptroller, he began his career in banking at the Citizens National Bank in Tilton, NH where he was cashier and a member of the Board of Directors. In 1965 he moved to Littleton National Bank, Lafayette National Bank and Indian Head Bank North where he was Executive Vice-President, President and Chairman of the Board until 1988. Not ready to retire, Joe became a securities broker in Littleton for Securities Corp. of Iowa from 1991-2001. He was active in the community serving on numerous boards. He was a board member of the White Mountain Community Services, Littleton Improvement Association and treasurer, the New Hampshire School Building Authority as a board member for 18 years and Chairman for 13 years, North Country Home Health and Hospice as Board Member. He also served on the Littleton Water & Light Board, The Willows Advisory Board and the Friendship House Board. Joe was a Renaissance man with a keen intellect many interests and talents. He was an artist specializing in oil painting and a sculptor. He had completed over 400 works of art. He loved the game of golf, getting his first ace just a few years ago and very recently enjoyed playing 9 with his daughter and grandson, Brian. Classical music and reading were also part of his daily life. He is preceded in death by his parents, his son David Harrison Richard and his brother, Theodore. He is survived by his wife, Audrey Higgins, his daughter, Linda (Tom) Waitrovich of Westlake, Ohio and five grandchildren: Kayla, Kevin and Brian Waitrovich of Westlake and Matthew and Michael Richard and his daughter-in-law Maureen of Epping New Hampshire. He is also survived by two brothers, John Valmore (Arlene), of Somersworth, NH and James (Sheila) of Hilton Head, S.C., as well as many nieces and nephews. The following written by his granddaughter, Kayla, says it all: Late Tuesday night we all lost a friend. My Poppa Joe never encountered any strangers, just friends he had not yet met. He is the most brilliant man I have ever known. He was a financier, a painter, a golfer, a veteran, a linguist, a philosopher, but most importantly, a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, and friend. He may have been able to quote Shakespeare without batting an eye, but he had humble tastes. He loved to have a Budweiser as he cheered on his beloved Red Sox (or for some reason the Browns). Maybe now with your guidance from above we can lock down a Super Bowl win for you. Joseph Robert Richard lived an amazing, vibrant, and spirited 91 years. We will miss you dearly. [1924 – 2015] Visitation will be from 6-8pm at Ross Funeral Home in Littleton, NH on August 18 and services at All Saint’s Episcopal Church in Littleton August 19 at 11:00 am. Those who wish may make donations in memory of Joseph R. Richard to All Saints Episcopal Church, 35 School St. Littleton, NH 03561 or Friendship House, 2957 Main St. Bethlehem, NH 03574.

passed away in Littleton Regional Healthcare on Thursday, July 30, 2015. As he was called by friends and loved ones, Richard leaves behind his beloved bride, Bernadette of 63 beautiful years. In addition to his wife, he leaves behind his five children: Michele Guttenberger, Janice Torino, Mark Sudol, Cathy Drury and Elizabeth Sudol. He also leaves behind his 4 grandchildren: Jennifer Drury, Megan Drury, Nestor Roman II and Daniel Sudol. Richard was born in1931 in Wallington, NJ to Frank and Nellie Sudol, as their only child. In his earlier years, he enjoyed going to Coney Island and the New Jersey Shore with his parents. He enjoyed having Polish picnics and invited anyone who wanted to come and visit. In his free time, he liked to photograph and develop his own pictures. Despite the luck that ran in his family, Richard was never a gambler. He was a solid bet/ground type of man. Richard was enlisted in the National Guard for 8 years. He graduated with an associate's degree from a school in New York City. He was a Linotype operator for 18 years, and was able to switch to cold typing and then the computer. He worked for Hoffman La Roche for about 7 years, until he retired in 1994. Throughout his life, Richard was a devout Roman Catholic. He was a true Sunday-mass kind of man. After every Sunday mass, Richard enjoyed Lawrence Welk, a slap-stick comedy favorite. Richard was very family oriented. He didn't want the day to come when he had to give his children up to marriage, but gladly did when the time came. He had a fond love for the family cat, Damian, who was with the family for 20 years. Enjoying the mountains of New Hampshire, he and his wife eventually retired to their log cabin in Dalton. Though he lived a few states away from his children and grandchildren, he always found time to visit them. He especially loved playing around with his grandchildren. Whenever he went back to New Jersey, Richard liked to take special trips to Rutt's Hut, a hot dog joint, and White Castles, the famed chain. Throughout his entire life, Richard was an extremely strong individual. Bernadette often referred to him as her "Superman" and the "Tarzan" to her "Jane." As his wife says, "To know him is to love him." In lieu of flowers, please send a donation in memory of Francis Sudol, Gate Of Heaven Parish 163 Main St. Lancaster, NH 03584. The donation will be used to rehabilitate the Our Lady of the Mountain Shrine. Visiting hours will be Sunday, August 2, 2015 from 2-4 and 6-8 at Ross Funeral Home, Whitefield Chapel, 69 Lancaster Rd. Whitefield. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday August 3, at 11AM at St. Matthew's Catholic Church, Jefferson Rd, Whitefield, interment will follow at St. Matthew's Cemetery.

, Died Friday April 24th 2015, at 76 years of age at the Lane House in Littleton. Jetta was born June 14,1938 in Nashua NH. She went to the University of Grenoble, Mt Ida & American University. She worked at Boston University Medical Center, JFK Center , and for the CIA as a foreign service secretary vice consul at the American embassy in Yaounde, Cameroun. She is survived by her son, Steven Connolly of Bethlehem and her daughter, Christine Miller if Dover. "Do not stand at my grave and weep.
I am not there. I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glint on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the autumn rain.
When you awake in the morning hush
I am the swift uplifting rush of birds circling in flight.
I am the stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and weep.
I am not there. I do not sleep.

, 92, Whitefield, died at the Morrison Nursing Home on Saturday, April 25, 2015 after a long period of failing health. She was born in Concord, NH in 1923 to Solon and Shirley (Paine) Colby. She grew up in the area with a sister and two brothers, graduating from Pembroke Academy in 1942. After graduation Jan lived in Meredith, NH where she had occasion to socialize with a young man from Boston who like to come up to the area to visit. The two courted for a time and on June 21, 1958 they married at the Meredith Baptist Church. Jan devoted the rest of her life to family and church. She was a dutiful wife, mother and grand-mother. She was an active member of the Meredith Baptist Church and served her community as a Girl Scout Leader. Jan enjoyed playing canasta, gardening and spending time with nature. Jan is survived by her husband of 56 years, Robert “Bob” Slater, a daughter, Shirley Cox and her husband Daniel, a grandson, Justin Cox and his wife Kadi, a grand-daughter, Courtney Dickerman and her husband AJ, a great-grandson, arriving in May, Colton Wyatte Dickerman, and a brother Solon Colby. She is predeased by a brother Jack Colby, a sister Carolyn Brouillette, and a nephew Bruce Brouillette. There will be a celebration of Jan's life on Friday, May 1st at 11AM at the Community Baptist Church, Jefferson Rd, Whitefield, NH 03598. Interment will take place at the convenience of the family at Park St. Cemetery in Whitefield. Those who wish may make a donation in Jan's memory to Morrison Nursing Home, Residents Fund, 6 Terrace St. Whitefield, NH 03598.

, formerly of Landaff, NH, left this life on Thursday, September 3, 2015, at the Grafton County Nursing Home in North Haverhill, NH, where she had resided since 2009. Her last hours were peaceful and comforted by the presence of loved ones, including her three children, sister, three grandchildren, and daughter-in-law. Her pleasant, easy going personality and infectious smile made her well liked, and she had many friends among the staff, who’s loving and compassionate care provided her with comfort until the end; for which the family is eternally grateful. On the evening before her passing, one of those friends, Susan, beautifully sang one of Phyllis’s favorites, “Silent Night” at her bedside. Born in 1929 at Weymouth, MA, Phyllis was the third of five children born to Harley W. and Bessie Muriel (Dolan) Callahan. Her father’s employment involved several moves, resulting in her childhood being spent in Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine and Rhode Island. As a young adult, she was living in E. Providence, RI with her family when she met the love of her life, Lloyd W. Sagar. They were married in 1951 at the Haven Methodist Church in E. Providence, and were approaching their sixty-second anniversary at the time of Lloyd’s death in 2013. Phyllis had a lovely voice and enjoyed singing in the church choir. Prior to her marriage, she was employed as an elevator operator at the Industrial Trust Building in Providence; the art deco skyscraper was then one of the tallest in New England. In the age before automatic elevators, her sister Jean remembers Phyllis then as a very attractive young woman in her gray uniform, who skillfully operated her elevator, stopping it precisely at the floors. As a young couple they resided in Scituate, RI before moving to Attleboro, MA shortly after the birth of their first child, where they resided for many years and raised their five children. They later lived in Woonsocket, RI for a few years, before moving to their dream home in Landaff, NH. She had a great love of animals, and a succession of pets enriched her life; in rural Landaff the bear, moose, deer, turkeys and other wild creatures were a constant delight. She also enjoyed gardening, crafts, cooking, travel, games and puzzles. In the early part of her marriage, Phyllis, Lloyd and their son Richard made several road trips throughout the East, South and west to the Mississippi River and beyond. Later, Lloyd’s employment with Amtrak provided them with a rail pass for unlimited travel, and they were soon off on frequent adventures throughout the United States. They covered thousands of miles, visiting many of the National Parks and other areas in the western US, including Alaska and parts of Canada. San Diego was a favorite destination and frequent base of operations. They both enjoyed visiting the San Diego Zoo and the Wild Animal Park on numerous occasions. They were often accompanied on their travels by one or more of their children and Lloyd’s mother, Hazel. In addition to her beloved husband, she was predeceased by brothers Clarence and Irving Callahan and son-in-law Paul Dumais. Phyllis is survived by her five children, Richard B. Sagar and his wife Heidi of Landaff, NH, Beverly J. LaDuke of Litchfield, NH, John and Gregory Sagar of Woonsocket, Rhode Island, Sherrie Dumais-Carey and her husband Kevin Carey of Dracut, MA; former son-in-law Donald A. LaDuke of Manchester, NH; her sister Jean Callahan of Lordstown, OH; her brother Richard Ashcroft and his wife Janice of Richmond, ME; seven grandchildren, Ashley, Jessica, Corey, & Nathan Dumais; Grace Carey; Aubrianne & Austin LaDuke; many nieces, nephews and their children. Phyllis will be remembered, and live in the memory of those who knew her best, for her patience, sense of humor, wonderful smile, and her kind and loving personality. A celebration of her life will be held on Wednesday, September 9, 2015 at the Ross Funeral Home, 282 West Main St., Littleton, NH, with calling hours from 10 AM to 12 Noon which will be followed by services at Noon; following the chapel services an internment service will be held at the Landaff Center Cemetery in Landaff, NH. The Rev. David O. Lindsay will officiate at both services. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a local humane society of your choice in memory of Phyllis L. Sagar.

, 95, Bethlehem, NH, passed away at her home on Saturday, February 21st, 2015. just five days short of her 96th birthday. Geraldine was born in Methuen, MA on February 26th, 1919. She was the eldest child of Tom and Louise (Hohensee) Burgon. She graduated from Edward F. Searles High School, excelling in music and forming many fond memories from her time as Worthy Adviser for Rainbow Girls. Her first occupation was as a bakery clerk, where she was destined to meet her husband, Richmond Patrick Trainor of South Lawrence, MA. They were married in St. Patrick's Cathedral on Thursday, June 9th, 1938. They were to be husband and wife for nearly 77 years. WWII began with the young couple moving to Portsmouth, NH where Richmond worked at the Naval Shipyard and they both began volunteering at the region's hospitals. Geraldine's musical abilities grew into life-long contributions – stage shows for wounded and healing troops, community variety shows for many charities, and eventually Church organist and choir positions in Portsmouth, Pease AFB, and Exeter. She was elected as a School Board Member for the town of Greenland. Her family had grown to four children: Richard Michael (1944), Carol Diane (1948), Kathleen Mary (1956), and Noreen Elizabeth (1957). She was a “sure-hit-batter” in softball, a lover of country gardening, a respected Seacoast water color artist, maker of pine-cone wreaths and other handicrafts, and the pianist ring-leader for every party song-fest. She was acclaimed for her choir direction by members of both Protestant and Catholic churches. And she was sought after for arranging the music for both funerals and weddings, with her wedding calendar often booked a year in advance. In September of 1980, having lived in NH since 1942, Geraldine and Richmond decided to follow the appearance of grandchildren in Canada. They lived in Dacre and Renfrew Ontario – fully enjoying the smiling lifestyle of the Ottawa “Valley Folk” , learning to “curl” at Bonspiels and actively participating in a newly formed Knights of Columbus Choir, with Geraldine again at the piano and organ. In June of 1997, Geraldine and Richmond decided to return to NH as family ties were growing “stateside.” They built a new home in Bethlehem and enjoyed “North Country” life ever since. Geraldine came from a family with only one sibling, Mary Louise (Burgon) Burridge; and she suffered the loss of her youngest daughter, Noreen, in 2004. Yet her grandchildren grew in number to 13 and her great grandchildren now live exuberantly in Japan (1), New Jersey (7), Oregon (2), New Hampshire (7), and Ontario, Canada (4). Although dependent upon wheelchair assistance for the last few years, Geraldine's challenges with increasing debilitation were thankfully limited to the last several months. She wanted to “be at home” more than anything. Her family, especially her devoted husband, and the wonderful work of the North Country Home Health and Hospice Agency made sure she was able to be “at home” for her peaceful passage. Visiting hours will be Tuesday, February 24, 2015 from 7-9PM at Ross Funeral Home, 282 West Main St. Littleton, NH. The Very Rev. Mark Dollard will celebrate a Mass of Christian Burial on Wednesday, February 25, 2015 at 11AM at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, High St. Littleton, NH

, passed away August 26, 2015 at the Littleton Regional Healthcare after a debilitating lung disorder surrounded by his family and love ones. He was born August 1, 1940 in Littleton, NH the first child of Arthur David Trahan and Jeanette (Longchamp) Trahan. He attended the St. Rose of Lima Catholic School for 8 years and then went on to Littleton High School and graduated in 1959. He went on to begin his life’s career in the art of Master Carpentetry. He became co-founder of Trahan Construction, with his dad, Arthur. He worked as a carpentry foreman for over 35 years. He went on to work for many businesses which included Tuite Associates, Littleton,NH, Varney-Smith Lumber Co., Lisbon,NH, Harr Co, St. Johnsbury,VT, and for his brother Rodney at Arrow Express, Littleton, NH. Bob’s Motto was “Work all you can!” and he did just that! He married Anita (Boulanger) Trahan in 1965. They had one child a daughter, Patricia Trahan Gilbert. He is preceded in death by his father Arthur Trahan in 1983 and by his wife Anita in 2004. He was a communicant of St. Rose of Lima Church, Littleton, NH Bob joined the Knights of Columbus in 1971 and was the Grand Knight for 3 years. He enjoyed many hobbies such as wood turning, fishing, and hunting. He belonged to the Guild of NH Wood Workers, and the Granite State Wood Workers. In 2006 he married Amorosa (Amy) Bockman. Bob and Amy traveled to many places in Europe and the US. Bob loved to take pictures and show them off when he came back home. He is survived by his wife Amy of Littleton, NH, his daughter and husband Patricia and Jerry Gilbert, Littleton, his mother Jeanette Trahan of Lafayette Center Franconia, NH, his sister, Janice and husband John Brick of Galveston, TX, brothers Dick and wife Bonnie Trahan of Littleton, NH and Rodney and wife Donna Trahan, Littleton, NH Stepchildren, Shannon, Heather, and Glen Smith. Many nieces and nephews whom he dearly loved. Also very close friends that will sorely miss him. Visiting hours will be Monday August 31, 2015 from 6-8PM at Ross Funeral Home, Littleton Chapel, 282 West Main St. Littleton. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church on Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 11AM. Interment will follow at St. Rose of Lima Cemetery.

passed away at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, NH, on Thursday, May 14, 2015 after a brief illness. She had resided with the Mount Sacred Heart Community in Littleton, NH, since August 2007. Sister Lillian was born in Laconia, NH, on June 13, 1924, to Romeo and Yvonne (Grenier) Thibault. She entered the Congregation of the Daughters of the Charity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in Sherbrooke, Quebec in 1946 and professed her vows on July 27, 1948. Her missions included nursing and care of the elderly, and hospice work in Newport, Derby Line, Rutland, VT, and Littleton, NH and hospitality work in Augusta, ME, Hudson and Littleton, NH. Sister Lillian is survived by her sister Therese, her sister-in-law Jeannine, and several dear nieces and nephews: Francois, Sylvie and Josette Dupuis and Danielle, Pierre, Jean, Serge et Luc Thibault in Quebec Province. She was predeceased by her parents and her brother Marcel. Her nieces and nephews were especially close to Sr. Lillian, considering her generosity in giving her entire life to what she believed in – her mission. She likewise was very thoughtful and present to them all. Many dear ones kept in touch with Sister Lillian regularly, particularly families with whom she had connected through Hospice in the Northeast Kingdom. Prayer at Mount Sacred Heart chapel on Monday at 6:30 p m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 26, 2015, at Mount Sacred Heart Chapel. Burial will follow at 2:00 p.m. in St. Mary Cemetery in Newport, VT. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Daughters of the Charity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, 226 Grove Street, Littleton, NH 03561.

, 76, passed away at his home in Twin Mountain on April 10, 2015. Gary was born in Whitefield, NH to Fred and Loria (Perry) Whitcomb. He grew up and went to school in Bethlehem. He married Jean Roy of Bethlehem and they lived in Twin Mountain with their children Loria and Julia. Gary worked at Franconia Notch State Park for many years, ending his career there as Manager of the park. Gary was proud to serve his community and was the Fire Chief for the Town of Carroll for 26 years, establishing the first rescue squad ambulance service there. In his retirement Gary continued his community service by grooming snowmobile trails. Gary enjoyed many activities with his family including hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, camping and NASCAR racing. Gary is predeased by his parents and his brother Fred C. Whitcomb. He is survived by his wife, Jean, his daughters Loria Ryan and Julia Whitcomb, his grandchildren Nicholas Whitcomb and wife Taber, Shane Ryan and finance Nikki Brannon, Lindsey Ryan and Abigail Whitcomb. He is also survived by three great grandchildren who were the apple of his eye, Blake Whitcomb, Ella Whitcomb and Kash Ryan; three brothers, Jon Whitcomb and his wife Linda, Michael Whitcomb and Daniel Whitcomb and his wife Maria. Gary also has numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Donations in lieu of flowers to North Country Home Health and Hospice, 536 Cottage St. Littleton, NH 03561. Visiting Hours will be Monday April 13, 2015 at Ross Funeral Home, Whitefield Chapel, 69 Lancaster Rd. Whitefield, NH 03598. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday April 14, at 11AM at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Twin Mountain. Interment will take place later this spring at Maple St. Cemetery in Bethlehem, NH.

, 76, of Bellows Falls, VT, died at February 20, 2015 at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, NH. Born in Lincoln, VT to Irving and Ellen Davis, and grew up in Oakdle, MA until moving with her mother to Barree, VT in 1954 where she attended Spaulding High School. After her marriage to Fred Wheeler, thin in the USMC, they had four children. Rev. Wheeler received a degree in business management from LaSalle University, her license as a local pastor from the United Methodist Conference in Nashville, TN, and attended Boston University School of Theology. She enjoyed her ministry at several United Methodist Churches in New Hampshire and Vermont. She also enjoyed reading, gardening, fishing, crocheting, knitting, cooking and home decorating. She loved helping people with whatever worthy cause they were promoting. There will be a celebration of Rev. Wheelers life at the Trinity United Methodist Church, 18 Lancaster Rd, Whitefield, NH 03598, on Saturday,May 9, 2015 at 11am, interment will follow at Park St. Cemetery.

, 100, Littleton, died at home on Friday, May 1, 2015 after a brief illness. He was born in Boston, MA in 1914 to George and Muriel (Dimick) Weston. Charles is survived by two daughters, Nancy Weston Livadas and her husband George, and Joan Weston, two grandchildren, Nicholas Livadas and his wife France, and Carolos Livadas, two great grandchildren, Alexandra and Anaïs Livadas, a sister Mary Brinkerhoff, and six nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents, wife, Barbara (Eaton) Weston, and a nephew William Eaton. There will be a Celebration of Charlie's Life on Saturday May 16, at 5PM at the Profile Club, Butterhill Rd, Franconia, NH 03580. Interment will take place at the convenience of the family at Harmony Grove Cemetery in Salem, MA. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Littleton Regional Healthcare, 600 St. Johnsbury Rd. Littleton, NH 03561 or Littleton Public Library, 92 Main St. Littleton, NH 03561.

, 76, North Woodstock, died peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer, on Thursday, March 19, 2015. He was born in Parsonsfield, ME to Elizabeth (Weeks) and Maurice West in 1938. Chet joined the US Marine Reserves during high school, then spent 2 more years in the US Marines, followed by 20 years in the US Air Force, From which he retired as a TSGT of the Military Police. He continued police work in NH until his move to Ocala, Fl in 1986, where he worked until his second retirement from Marion Correctional Institute in 1999. Shortly thereafter, he returned to NH. He enjoyed barbecuing, fishing, puttering around the house and walking his dog Bubba. Chet is survived by his two daughters, Christina Bilodeau of Berlin, NH, Kimberly DiMare of Ocala, FL, a brother, Jerrold West of North Woodstock, grandchildren, Alexis DiMare and Christopher DiMare of Ocala, FL, Garrick Bilodeau, Liam Bilodeau, and Norris Bilodeau of Berlin, NH, one great-grandson, nieces, Kimberlee and Kelley, nephew Chester Maurice, and his dog Bubba. Services will be in Parsonsfield, ME later this spring.

, 76 of Littleton, NH died on Friday June 5, 2015 at Grafton County Nursing Home in North Haverhill, NH. Jim was born in West Stewartstown, NH on November 22, 1938 to Charles and Yvonne Walker. He was a graduate of Littleton High School, Class of 1956. Jim was employed by J.J. Nissen Bread Company for more than 45 years, was a member of the NH National Guard for 36 years and the Elks Lodge for 55 years. In his youth he was an athlete and avid sports fan. After retirement, Jim enjoyed spending time traveling to historical battle fields, including multiple visits to Pearl Harbor. Jim took pleasure in spending time with friends at the ELKS Lodge in Littleton and he enjoyed annual trips to Florida with his good friends to watch the Red Sox at training camp. Jim was predeceased by his life partner and love, Verda Bailey, his infant son James Allan Walker, sister Dorothy “Hot Dot” Belmore and his brother Charles Thomas Walker. Jim is survived by three children, Susan Clark and her husband Francis of South Burlington, VT, Steven Walker and his wife Samantha of Greenfield, NH and William Walker of Portsmouth, NH. Three grandchildren, Leeanne Hudson of Saunderstown, RI, Ross Clark of South Burlington, VT and Sarah Lane Walker of Greenfield, NH, two great grandchildren Grayson and Edward Hudson as well as his former wife Barbara Walker, mother of his children. Jim is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Calling hours will be held at Ross Funeral Home in Littleton, NH on Monday June 15, 2015 from 6-8pm. The funeral will be held at Ross Funeral Home on Tuesday June 16, 2015 at 11:00. A celebration of Jim’s life with be held at the ELKS Lodge in Littleton following the funeral

, 86, Dalton, died after a period of failing health on Tuesday, February 24, 2015, at Morrison Nursing Home in Whitefield, while surrounded by family. She was born in Orleans, VT in 1928 one of 9 childeren born to Hubert and Jeannette (Lariviere) Couture. The family moved to Whitefield when she was young and she spent the rest of her life in the area. While working for the Miller family farm in Whitefield she had occasion to meet Wallace Waid who worked at the Chase family farm, the two grew close and married in 1948. Together the couple raised 4 children. Ruth raised the family and kept house until Wallace's death in 1983, at which time she started cleaning local houses and business to help support the family. Ruth liked to stay active. She liked camping, fishing, gardening, berry picking, and just going for a nice walk. She watched and fed the birds, constantly chasing off greedy squirrels and blue jays. She was also active with the Dalton Ladies Aid Club. She is predeceased by her parents and husband, a son, Jonathan, 2 brothers Richard and Hubert “Skip” Couture, 3 sisters, Clair Couture, Jeanette Maxwell, and Lucille Boudle. She is survived by 3 children, Mary Waid of Dalton, Neil Waid and his wife Thaptim of Valrico, FL, and Saraphine Goodwin and her husband Bob of Arlington, MA, 4 grandchildren, Simon, Dalton, Jason, and Wipa, and 2 great-grandchildren, Erica and Paul, a brother Ralph Couture, Westerly RI, 2 sisters, Clemence Sigmon of Winston-Salem, NC, and Edna Fitzgibbons of Pawcatuck, CT, several nieces, nephews and close friends. Fr. Matthew Mason will celebrate a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, February 27, at 11AM at St. Matthew's Catholic Church, Jefferson Rd. Whitefield, NH. Interment will take place in the spring. Those who wish may make donations in Ruth's memory to Morrison Nursing Home, Resident's Fund, 6 Terrace St. Whitefield, NH 03598.