Philip J. Moreau, 94

GILFORD — Philip J. Moreau, 94, died Tuesday, October 30, 2012 at the Concord Hospital in Concord following a period of failing health. He was born in Hooksett, NH, July 16, 1918, son of Philip and Eva (Lemire) Moreau. Philip was a longtime resident of the Lakes Region. Mr. Moreau and his late wife lived in Northfield for over 30 years, later moving to Gilford where they resided for 25 years. He and his wife later moved to an assisted living facility in Pittsfield. Mr. Moreau worked as a pipefitter for many years and was employed by the former Johns Manville Company, later Quin T Corporation in Tilton.

He was a member of the American Legion Post # 49 in Northfield. Philip served with the U. S. Army Air Corp during WW II from 1942 to 1946 as a Quartermaster Supply Technician, discharged as a Sergeant. He was a parishioner of St. Mary of the Assumption Church in Tilton. Philip was predeceased by his wife of 60 years, Geraldine A. (Adams) Moreau who died in 2011.

He leaves his daughter: Jean E. Moreau of Gilmanton; his son: Philip J. Moreau and his wife Diane of Northfield; five grandchildren: Aimee Munsey, Norton Munsey, Maxine Munsey, Joshua Moreau and Chelsea Moreau; numerous nieces and nephews.

According to Mr. Moreau's wishes, there are no calling hours. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, November 5th at 11:00 AM at St. Mary of the Assumption Church, Chestnut Street in Tilton.

Burial will follow in St. John Cemetery in Tilton.

Those who wish may make memorial contributions in Philips name to the NH Association for the Blind, 25 Walker St., Concord, NH 03301.

Arrangements are under the care of the William F. Smart Sr. Memorial Home of Tilton.

For more information go to www.smartfuneralhome.com