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Eugene D. Morton, Jr., 52
PLYMOUTH — Eugene David Morton, Jr., 52, of Quincy Rd., Plymouth, passed away at Catholic Medical Center, in Manchester, on Monday, March 26, 2013 after a brief illness.
Born on January 31, 1961, in Plymouth, NH, he was the son of Eugene D. and the late Patricia (Smialek) Morton, Sr. Eugene was raised on Pleasant St., in Plymouth and graduated from Plymouth Regional High School.
Eugene was a butcher by trade and worked for several area grocers and markets including: Adams Market, in Plymouth, Crisantes Market (throughout NH), and was most recently employed by the Campton Cupboard. Eugene also worked as a security guard in Waterville Valley.
Eugene was an avid gunsman and sportsman who liked to spend time hunting and fishing. He loved all manners of outdoors activities especially tending to his lawn. He was a member of the Pemi-Valley Fish & Game Club. Eugene was a caring and devoted husband, father, and grandfather who always put others before himself. He will be sorely missed by his loving family and all those whose lives he has touched throughout the years.
Eugene is predeceased by his mother, and grandparents, Walter and Jenny Smialek.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Jolene P. Morton, of Plymouth; father, Eugene D. Morton, Sr., of Campton; three sons, Joshua Crosby and wife Roxy, of Manchester, Eugene D. Morton, III, of Plymouth, and Adam Brett and significant other, Beth Clapper, of Meredith; three daughters, Patricia L. Morton, of Plymouth, Malissa Reed and husband Brian Reed, Sr., of Laconia, and Kathy Horton and husband Roger, of Gilford; three sisters, Barbara Reome, of NY, Jenny Chase, of Laconia, and Ann Merrifield, of Campton; three grandchildren, Damion, Dakota, and Bryson; many nieces, nephews and extended family members throughout the area.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Eugene's memory may be made to the Pemi-Valley Fish & Game Club, PO Box 38, Plymouth, NH 03264.
Calling hours will be held at Mayhew Funeral Home (12 Langdon St.), Plymouth, on Tuesday, April 2, 2013 from 1:00 pm through 3:00 pm. A memorial service will follow the calling hours in the funeral home at 3:00 pm. The Rev. Dr. Margaret Bickford, pastor, will officiate. A private interment will be held in Trinity Cemetery, Holderness, at a later date.
Mayhew Funeral Homes & Crematorium of Meredith and Plymouth are handling the arrangements. www.mayhewfuneralhomes.com
Born on January 31, 1961, in Plymouth, NH, he was the son of Eugene D. and the late Patricia (Smialek) Morton, Sr. Eugene was raised on Pleasant St., in Plymouth and graduated from Plymouth Regional High School.
Eugene was a butcher by trade and worked for several area grocers and markets including: Adams Market, in Plymouth, Crisantes Market (throughout NH), and was most recently employed by the Campton Cupboard. Eugene also worked as a security guard in Waterville Valley.
Eugene was an avid gunsman and sportsman who liked to spend time hunting and fishing. He loved all manners of outdoors activities especially tending to his lawn. He was a member of the Pemi-Valley Fish & Game Club. Eugene was a caring and devoted husband, father, and grandfather who always put others before himself. He will be sorely missed by his loving family and all those whose lives he has touched throughout the years.
Eugene is predeceased by his mother, and grandparents, Walter and Jenny Smialek.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Jolene P. Morton, of Plymouth; father, Eugene D. Morton, Sr., of Campton; three sons, Joshua Crosby and wife Roxy, of Manchester, Eugene D. Morton, III, of Plymouth, and Adam Brett and significant other, Beth Clapper, of Meredith; three daughters, Patricia L. Morton, of Plymouth, Malissa Reed and husband Brian Reed, Sr., of Laconia, and Kathy Horton and husband Roger, of Gilford; three sisters, Barbara Reome, of NY, Jenny Chase, of Laconia, and Ann Merrifield, of Campton; three grandchildren, Damion, Dakota, and Bryson; many nieces, nephews and extended family members throughout the area.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Eugene's memory may be made to the Pemi-Valley Fish & Game Club, PO Box 38, Plymouth, NH 03264.
Calling hours will be held at Mayhew Funeral Home (12 Langdon St.), Plymouth, on Tuesday, April 2, 2013 from 1:00 pm through 3:00 pm. A memorial service will follow the calling hours in the funeral home at 3:00 pm. The Rev. Dr. Margaret Bickford, pastor, will officiate. A private interment will be held in Trinity Cemetery, Holderness, at a later date.
Mayhew Funeral Homes & Crematorium of Meredith and Plymouth are handling the arrangements. www.mayhewfuneralhomes.com
Last Updated on Wednesday, 27 March 2013 11:20
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Elaine F. Quinn, 86
LACONIA — Elaine F. Quinn, 86, of 58 Edgewater Avenue, died at the Belknap County Nursing Home, on Sunday, March 24, 2013.
Mrs. Quinn was born August 2, 1926 in Ogdensburg, New York, the daughter of Mr. Charles Allen Farley and Mrs. Pearl Woodward Farley, both from Ogdensburg, NY.
She resided and attended local schools in Ogdensburg, NY. She also attended Syracuse University in Syracuse, NY and was employed as a secretary at the Pentagon in Washington D.C. She studied dance under the direction of world renowned tap dance instructors, Jack Stanly and Roy Dodge in New York City.
In 1958, she moved to Laconia, NH. For 38 years she was the owner and operator of Elaine Quinn School of the Dance, later changed to The Elaine Quinn School of Performing Arts. The school became a second home for many of Elaine's students. Her students found in Elaine a friend, counselor and someone they could confide in. Thousands of area residents, both young and old experienced the joy of dance through Elaine Quinn.
Mrs. Quinn was a member of the Dance Educators of America and Dance Masters of America. She was a talent agent and a judge at Talent America Shows. Many learned ballroom dance from Mrs. Quinn and attended an end of year Cotillion, which was the highlight of the dance year. Her expertly choreographed routines were performed locally and in New York City by her Dance Capades Troupe. She choreographed adult dance for the local show "Anything Goes" and received standing ovations and recurring curtain calls. She also volunteered her talents to raise money for a Catholic Church. She was a guest of the Mayor of Broadway along with a select group of teachers.
In 1996 she was presented the "Dance Teacher of the Year" through Talent America. Holding her award Elaine said, "I feel like I've won the Emmy for Dance Teachers. It's a wonderful feeling." Many of her students won National Awards for Dance and have become dance performers and dance teachers themselves.
Mrs. Quinn was a former member of the Laconia Congregational Church. She was a member of several women's organizations.
Mrs. Quinn is survived by her husband of sixty years, Walter P. Quinn, of Laconia. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Quinn was predeceased by her son, Scott Quinn, and a brother, Charles Farley.
Calling hours will be held on Friday, March 29, 2013 from 6:00-8:00 PM in the Carriage House of the Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, N.H.
A calling hour will also be held Saturday, March 30, 2013 from 10:00-11:00 AM followed by a Funeral Service at 11:00am at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 1244 Old North Main Street, Laconia, N.H.
In Lieu of flowers, Mr. & Mrs. Quinn would appreciate donations for Inspiring Young Dancers to be sent to Walter P. Quinn, 58 Edgewater Ave., Laconia, N.H. 03246. This fund is to provide opportunities to inspiring young dancers to further their dancing experience in the performing arts.
Spring burial will be in the family lot in Bayside Cemetery, Laconia, N.H.
Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, N.H. is assisting the family with the arrangements.
For more information and to view an online memorial go to www.wilkinsonbeane.com
Mrs. Quinn was born August 2, 1926 in Ogdensburg, New York, the daughter of Mr. Charles Allen Farley and Mrs. Pearl Woodward Farley, both from Ogdensburg, NY.
She resided and attended local schools in Ogdensburg, NY. She also attended Syracuse University in Syracuse, NY and was employed as a secretary at the Pentagon in Washington D.C. She studied dance under the direction of world renowned tap dance instructors, Jack Stanly and Roy Dodge in New York City.
In 1958, she moved to Laconia, NH. For 38 years she was the owner and operator of Elaine Quinn School of the Dance, later changed to The Elaine Quinn School of Performing Arts. The school became a second home for many of Elaine's students. Her students found in Elaine a friend, counselor and someone they could confide in. Thousands of area residents, both young and old experienced the joy of dance through Elaine Quinn.
Mrs. Quinn was a member of the Dance Educators of America and Dance Masters of America. She was a talent agent and a judge at Talent America Shows. Many learned ballroom dance from Mrs. Quinn and attended an end of year Cotillion, which was the highlight of the dance year. Her expertly choreographed routines were performed locally and in New York City by her Dance Capades Troupe. She choreographed adult dance for the local show "Anything Goes" and received standing ovations and recurring curtain calls. She also volunteered her talents to raise money for a Catholic Church. She was a guest of the Mayor of Broadway along with a select group of teachers.
In 1996 she was presented the "Dance Teacher of the Year" through Talent America. Holding her award Elaine said, "I feel like I've won the Emmy for Dance Teachers. It's a wonderful feeling." Many of her students won National Awards for Dance and have become dance performers and dance teachers themselves.
Mrs. Quinn was a former member of the Laconia Congregational Church. She was a member of several women's organizations.
Mrs. Quinn is survived by her husband of sixty years, Walter P. Quinn, of Laconia. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Quinn was predeceased by her son, Scott Quinn, and a brother, Charles Farley.
Calling hours will be held on Friday, March 29, 2013 from 6:00-8:00 PM in the Carriage House of the Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, N.H.
A calling hour will also be held Saturday, March 30, 2013 from 10:00-11:00 AM followed by a Funeral Service at 11:00am at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 1244 Old North Main Street, Laconia, N.H.
In Lieu of flowers, Mr. & Mrs. Quinn would appreciate donations for Inspiring Young Dancers to be sent to Walter P. Quinn, 58 Edgewater Ave., Laconia, N.H. 03246. This fund is to provide opportunities to inspiring young dancers to further their dancing experience in the performing arts.
Spring burial will be in the family lot in Bayside Cemetery, Laconia, N.H.
Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, N.H. is assisting the family with the arrangements.
For more information and to view an online memorial go to www.wilkinsonbeane.com
Last Updated on Tuesday, 26 March 2013 07:50
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Patricia A. DiBartolo, 58
COLCHESTER, Conn. — Patricia A. (Fredette) DiBartolo, 58, of Colchester, CT and formerly of Franklin, NH, beloved wife of Anthony "Dave" DiBartolo, passed away Thursday (March 21, 2013) at the Wm. W. Backus Hospital in Norwich, CT.
Born June 7, 1954 in Kittery, ME, she was a daughter of the late Richard and Evelyn (Downes) Fredette.
Pat was a Registered Certified Nurse's Aide, working at Marlborough Health Care Center and prior to that for 30 years at Merrimack County Nursing Home in New Hampshire.
She loved children and in her spare time, enjoyed walking outdoors.
In addition to her loving husband of 14 years, she is survived by two daughters, Pennie Vigue and Erica Savage, both of Franklin, NH; two stepdaughters, Jennifer Rodegher and Kristin Hustus, both of Colchester; six grandchildren, Lucas Carpenter, Caleb and Braden Vigue, Bria and Devin Savage and Aiden Randall; three step grandchildren, Dante and Julian Rodegher and Sophie Hustus; three brothers, Robert, Richard and Gary Fredette, all of New Hampshire; and numerous extended family members and friends.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by an infant son, Richard Barney; and a sister, Jackie Pease.
A Memorial Service will be held 6 PM Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at the
Thibault-Neun Funeral Home, 143 Franklin St. Franklin. The family will receive guests starting at 5:30 PM. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery later in the spring. Donations in her memory may be made to the American Lung Assn., 1800 Elm St., Unit D, Manchester, NH 03104. For directions and an online guestbook, please visit www.neunfuneralhomes.com
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Born June 7, 1954 in Kittery, ME, she was a daughter of the late Richard and Evelyn (Downes) Fredette.
Pat was a Registered Certified Nurse's Aide, working at Marlborough Health Care Center and prior to that for 30 years at Merrimack County Nursing Home in New Hampshire.
She loved children and in her spare time, enjoyed walking outdoors.
In addition to her loving husband of 14 years, she is survived by two daughters, Pennie Vigue and Erica Savage, both of Franklin, NH; two stepdaughters, Jennifer Rodegher and Kristin Hustus, both of Colchester; six grandchildren, Lucas Carpenter, Caleb and Braden Vigue, Bria and Devin Savage and Aiden Randall; three step grandchildren, Dante and Julian Rodegher and Sophie Hustus; three brothers, Robert, Richard and Gary Fredette, all of New Hampshire; and numerous extended family members and friends.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by an infant son, Richard Barney; and a sister, Jackie Pease.
A Memorial Service will be held 6 PM Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at the
Thibault-Neun Funeral Home, 143 Franklin St. Franklin. The family will receive guests starting at 5:30 PM. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery later in the spring. Donations in her memory may be made to the American Lung Assn., 1800 Elm St., Unit D, Manchester, NH 03104. For directions and an online guestbook, please visit www.neunfuneralhomes.com
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Last Updated on Monday, 25 March 2013 11:26
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Danielle Morin, 25
NORTH ANDOVER, Mass. — Danielle Morin, 25, of North Andover, died unexpectedly Friday, March 22, 2013.
Danielle was the most precious daughter of Edward J. and Jude (Leavis) Morin. She was born in Puson, Korea on June 11, 1987. Danielle attended Northern Essex Community College and earned her Bachelor Degree from Merrimack College and Master Degree from Walden University. She worked in the office of Leonard Orthopedic in North Andover.
Danielle grew up in Methuen and attended grammar school with her friends at Mount Carmel School. She graduated from Presentation of Mary Academy. She was an accomplished artist and an avid reader. Danielle spent her summers in Alton Bay, NH, where she enjoyed kayaking and could often be found sitting in the boat, reading a great book. She was gorgeous, talented, contagiously funny and an incredible woman.
Besides her parents of Alton Bay, New Hampshire, Danielle will be deeply missed by her sister, Jacqueline M. Morin of Concord, New Hampshire, and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Danielle also leaves behind many friends who knew her as a sweet person with a big heart, infections laugh, and the woman who would be at your side if you needed her.
Family and friends will honor and celebrate Danielle's life by gathering for visiting hours at the Kenneth H. Pollard Funeral Home, 233 Lawrence St., Methuen on Wednesday, March 27, 2013 from 4-8 PM. A Scripture Service will be held at St. Michael's Church, 196 Main St., North Andover on Thursday at 10 AM. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Yale OCD Research Clinic, 34 Park Street, W315, New Haven, CT 06519.
For directions or to share a condolence with the Morin family, please visit us online at www.pollardfuneralhome.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Kenneth H. Pollard Funeral Home, Methuen.
Danielle was the most precious daughter of Edward J. and Jude (Leavis) Morin. She was born in Puson, Korea on June 11, 1987. Danielle attended Northern Essex Community College and earned her Bachelor Degree from Merrimack College and Master Degree from Walden University. She worked in the office of Leonard Orthopedic in North Andover.
Danielle grew up in Methuen and attended grammar school with her friends at Mount Carmel School. She graduated from Presentation of Mary Academy. She was an accomplished artist and an avid reader. Danielle spent her summers in Alton Bay, NH, where she enjoyed kayaking and could often be found sitting in the boat, reading a great book. She was gorgeous, talented, contagiously funny and an incredible woman.
Besides her parents of Alton Bay, New Hampshire, Danielle will be deeply missed by her sister, Jacqueline M. Morin of Concord, New Hampshire, and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Danielle also leaves behind many friends who knew her as a sweet person with a big heart, infections laugh, and the woman who would be at your side if you needed her.
Family and friends will honor and celebrate Danielle's life by gathering for visiting hours at the Kenneth H. Pollard Funeral Home, 233 Lawrence St., Methuen on Wednesday, March 27, 2013 from 4-8 PM. A Scripture Service will be held at St. Michael's Church, 196 Main St., North Andover on Thursday at 10 AM. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Yale OCD Research Clinic, 34 Park Street, W315, New Haven, CT 06519.
For directions or to share a condolence with the Morin family, please visit us online at www.pollardfuneralhome.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Kenneth H. Pollard Funeral Home, Methuen.
Last Updated on Monday, 25 March 2013 11:14
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