OBITUARIES
Ann St. Sauveur
April 4, 2026
Ann (Cilley) St. Sauveur, of Gardner, Mass, died on Saturday, April 4, 2026.
She was born on January 29, 1935, the daughter of Katharine (Hamill) Cilley, and Donald G. Cilley.
Ann was a 1953 graduate of Gardner High School, and a 1957 graduate of Henry Heywood Memorial Hospital School of Nursing.
Survivors include her children, Carol A. Kinloch, Judith Rede, Daniel J. St....
Arline J. Cota
April 4, 2026
Arline J. Cota, 94, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at the Jaffrey Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.
She was born on May 16, 1931, a beloved daughter of Joseph E. and Josephine (Avard) Gagnon.
Arline was a 1949 graduate of Conant High School and would continue with her education and graduate from the Henry Heywood Memorial Hospital School of Nursing....
Phyllis C. McKoon
March 26, 2026
Phyllis (Pfaffmann) McKoon, a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away suddenly on March 26, 2026, at the age of 80. Born in Worcester, Massachusetts, Phyllis’ life was a testament to care, compassion, and dedication, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew her.
Phyllis was a Registered Nurse, graduating from the Worcester City School of Nursing in 1970....
Dean J. Martin
March 21, 2026
Dean J. Martin 54, of Jaffrey, NH died peacefully at his brother’s home on Saturday, March 21, 2026, after a brief period of failing health.
Dean was born in Washington, DC, on April 11, 1971, the son of Leonard and Carol Ann (Kopka) Martin. After Dean graduated from Merrimack (NH) High School, he attended numerous classes and became an IT Professional....
Jacqueline C. Taylor
March 20, 2026
Jacqueline C. Taylor, 81, passed away at the Cheshire Medical Center on Friday, March 20, 2026, after a period of illness.
She was born on June 21, 1944, in El Paso, TX, a beloved daughter of Vincent and Mary (Harvey) Crane. She was a 1962 graduate of Bunker Hill High School in Bunker Hill, IN.
She was the winner of the Miss...
Lucille 'Lucy' McDonald
March 14, 2026
Lucille Aldaige McDonald, a devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2026, in her home in Dublin, NH surrounded by her family, after a long period of declining health.
'Lucy' was born on November 28, 1941, daughter of the late Alfred and Cecile (Metivier) Pellerin. She lived a meaningful life, marked by her unwavering love...
Lorraine 'Toot' Parent
March 12, 2026
Lifelong Jaffrey resident, Lorraine 'Toot' Parent, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026, after a period of declining health, with loved ones by her side.
Lorraine was born in Jaffrey, on October 24, 1927, to parents Hector and Caroline (Foisey) Parent. Her parents, a sister, Elizabeth 'Charlotte' Parent, and brothers Francis, Elliott, and Frank, all predeceased her.
As a big, loving part...
John E. Wassmer
March 9, 2026
John E. Wassmer, 70, passed away on March 9, 2026, in Lebanon, New Hampshire. Born on May 16, 1955, in New York City, New York, John was the beloved son of the late Eugene and Arietta (Pfeiffer) Wassmer.
John grew up in the Bronx and attended Sts. Philip & James School before continuing his education at Cardinal Hayes High School. His...
Raymond C. Valliere Jr.
March 4, 2026
Raymond C. Valliere Jr, age 79, a long-time resident of Greenville, NH, passed away on March 4, 2026, in the comfort of his home with his wife and son by his side, following a brief illness.
Ray was born in Fitchburg, MA, on July 28, 1946, a son to the late Raymond Valliere Sr., and Doris R. (Rodier) Bosse.
Ray attended Sacred...
Vernon 'Skeet' F. Stauffeneker Jr.
March 4, 2026
Vernon Floyd Stauffeneker Jr., 79, known as Skeet to most, passed away on March 4th at the Community Hospice House in Merrimack, New Hampshire. After a brief battle with various illnesses, he passed away peacefully while surrounded by family and friends.
Skeet was born on May 26th, 1946, in Cortland, New York to his parents, Vernon Stauffeneker Sr., and Lila Niemi....
Linda K. Giragosian
February 27, 2026
Linda passed away peacefully in her Jaffrey, NH home on February 27, 2026 at the age of 90. She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 60 years, Zaven Giragosian.
Born December 24, 1935 in Bronxville NY to Barbara Whittemore Kennedy and James Hugh Kennedy, Linda grew up in Chatham, NJ. During childhood she spent her summers at Goose Rocks Beach,...
Jeremy Duval
February 26, 2026
Jeremy David Duval, 38, of Fitzwilliam, NH, hometown of Rindge, NH, passed away on February 26, 2026
The loves of his life were his four children. Everything he did, he did with them in mind. Jeremy found Happiness in the simple moments - spending time with his nieces and nephews, listening to music, playing video games, hiking, fishing, sitting around a...
Joan M. (Raymond)(O'Neil) DeGrandpre
February 21, 2026
Our beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Joan DeGrandpre, 83, passed away at her home on Saturday, February 21st, 2026, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s.
She was born in Rindge, New Hampshire on August 30, 1942, the daughter of the late Russell and Dorothy (Coffin) Raymond. Joan graduated from Conant High School with the Class of 1960. She enjoyed a...
Daniel 'Jerry' Marrotte
February 18, 2026
Daniel (Jerry) Marrotte, 92, of Rindge, NH, passed away peacefully in his home on February 18, 2026.
Jerry was born on January 27, 1934, the son of Daniel and Delia Marrotte. He left behind his wife, Gloria (Hammond) Marrotte. His surviving siblings are Jane Bemis, Claire Griffin and Richard Marrotte. His brother Micheal and George have since passed away. His children...
Benjamin J. Conway
February 17, 2026
Benjamin J. Conway, a beloved husband, father, writer, and artist, passed away suddenly at his home on February 17, 2026, at the age of 49, with his family by his side. He was born on November 5, 1976, in Concord, New Hampshire, the son of David Lee and the late Margaret Conway.
Benjamin was a proud son of Irish heritage, with...
Alan R. Toegel
February 17, 2026
Alan Richard Toegel of Surry, NH, went home to be with His Lord and Savior on February 17th, 2026. He was surrounded by the care and love of his family.
Alan was born to Margaret (Williams) and Adolph Toegel in Somerville, New Jersey. He graduated from North Plainfield High School in 1955 and went on to serve in the US Army...
William 'Bill' H. Johnson
February 13, 2026
Bill Johnson, beloved husband, brother, and dedicated educator, passed away on February 13, 2026, at the age of 78. Born on September 4, 1947, Bill was the cherished husband of Betty Johnson of Jaffrey, NH. Together, they shared 55 years of marriage, building a life filled with love and partnership.
Bill is survived by his loving wife, Elizabeth ‘Betty’ Johnson, his...
Marilyn M. Walker
February 9, 2026
Marilyn Marie (Persia) Walker was taken to her heavenly home on Monday, February 9, 2026. Marilyn moved to New Hampshire in the late 1980’s with her little family to start a new life in the country. In her 35+ years in the Granite State, she became a presence and gift to the communities in which she shared her life.
Born in...
Kathleen 'Kathy' Reddy
February 8, 2026
Kathleen M. Reddy, 82, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at the Jack Byrne Hospice Center in Lebanon, NH.
Kathy was born on February 24, 1943, in Peterborough, NH, the daughter of John and Katherine (O’Neil) Reddy.
She graduated from Conant High School in 1961. Following her high school years, Kathy went on to join the United States Air Force...
David J. Mitchell
February 5, 2026
David John Mitchell, 64, of Sharon, died suddenly at home following a brief illness, on February 5, 2026.
David was born on August 17, 1961, at the former Elliot Hospital in Keene, NH, the son of Bruce and Donna (McCarthy) Mitchell.
He grew up in Marlborough, NH attending Marlborough Schools and played Soccer, Baseball and Basketball, graduating from Marlborough High School in...
