Harry H. Bean, 71

GILFORD — Harry Herbert Bean, 71, of Saltmarsh Pond Road, passed away on Feb. 14, 2026, at Beth Israel Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts.

Harry was born on Dec. 5, 1954, in Laconia, the son of Harry A. Bean and Thelma L. (Blackey) Bean.

Harry bought his first piece of property in 1972 in the city of Laconia. He built a business rooted in our community. He took pride in all that he did. He worked for his parents’ family business as a restaurant manager for many years while acquiring additional properties. Harry and his wife also raised AKC puppies for a number of years.

Harry enjoyed hunting with his dad, fairs, flea markets, and yard sales with both his parents and his wife. He was a World Champion arm wrestler and a member of Granite Arms arm-wrestling team. Dressing up as Santa to spread cheer was one of his favorite hobbies. He loved riding his Harley and going on cross-country bike trips with friends and family. The love for his Great Danes Rudoph and Vixen is an entirely different story.

Harry ran for state representative in 2018, and served the New Hampshire House and the people of our state for eight years. His seat number at the Statehouse was 1017; it was his favorite. He served on the Belknap County Republican Committee for 12 years. He would listen even if he did not agree. Harry was on the Gilford Budget Committee for three years. He was a state representative for four terms. He was also a member of the Rod & Gun, the Elks, and the American Legion. He loved his big red barn for hosting the caucuses and barbecue gatherings.

Harry is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Priscilla Bean, aka Hop; son Harry Bean and daughter-in-law Tina Bean; daughters Tricia Bean and son-in-law Mark Roy, and Jesaka and son-in-law Dusty McGough; brothers Rocky Bean and his wife Valerie, and Danel Bean and his wife Leslie; sisters Cindy Murphy, Tammy and her husband Calvin Dunn, and Sheri Dow; eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Harry is predeceased by his father, Harry A. Bean; brothers Brian and Ronny; brother-in-law John Dow; sister-in-law Debbie Bean; grandparents Harry and Ethel Bean, Herb and Bea Blackey, and Agnes Blackey; great-granddaughter Rori Bean; and nephews Shawn Murphy and Brandon Dunn.

Harry has many family members and friends that he also leaves behind. The family would like to give a special shout-out to Badger and Pete. Harry was always there to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. His dedication to his family and the community was like no other.

Calling hours will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 21, in the Carriage House at Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home, 164 Pleasant St., Laconia.

A celebration of life will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 28, at 234 Saltmarsh Pond, in the big red barn.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that a memorial donation in Harry’s name be made to Beth Israel Deaconess Medical FICU, 330 Brookline Ave., 4th Floor, Boston, MA 02215.

Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services/603Cremations.com is assisting the family with arrangements. For more information and to view an online memorial, visit wilkinsonbeane.com.