Jeannie Day, 81

LACONIA — Jeannie Day, 81, passed away on Oct. 21, 2026, at Concord Hospital-Laconia.

Jeannie was born Oct. 15, 1945, in Laconia. Her parents were Irene Carrigan and Lawrence Ryan. At an early age, she was adopted by Leon and Marion Fortier of Gilford.

She had many jobs over the years. She was employed by Dunkin’ Donuts the longest. She enjoyed serving her regulars. Many recognized her for DD.

She adored her pets. The last cat she had was Stormin’ (Stormy). That was her companion for the last two years after losing her husband. She loved her kitty. She loved the ocean. She spent a lot of time at Old Orchard Beach with Norman. She spent a long Mother's Day weekend at Old Orchard Beach with her daughter Tammy. They enjoyed every minute of their time away.

She was predeceased by her husband, Norman Day, in 2024. They were married 51 years.

Jeannie is survived by her daughter, Tammy Howe, and her husband Jayson Sinclair of Laconia; a sister, Sandra LaPierre, and her husband Rocky of Laconia; sister-in-law Tammy Ryan; two grandsons, Matt Sinclair of Laconia and Shawn Sinclair of Manchester; two great-grandchildren, Sophie Sinclair and Isla Sinclair; many nieces and nephews; and many good friends. Along with her husband, she is predeceased by all four of her parents, brother Sonny Ryan, sisters Mary Swormsteadt and Judy Ryan, and nephew Cody Ryan.

There will be no calling hours.

A graveside burial will take place in the spring at Bayside Cemetery. Jeannie will be laid to rest with her husband and her adopted parents.

Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services/603Cremations.com, 164 Pleasant St., is assisting the family with arrangements. For more information and to view an online memorial, visit wilkinsonbeane.com.