OBITUARIES
Deborah A. O'Toole
Apr 4, 2025
Deborah A. O'Toole, 73, Savannah, Georgia - It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Deborah O'Toole of Savannah, Georgia, and previously Rindge, NH. After a brief battle with cancer, she passed away peacefully with her children by her side.
She was born in Lowell, Massachusetts, on January 4, 1952, to the late Albert Rock and Helena (Siulc)...
Sandra Lee O'Brien
Mar 29, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Sandra (St.Pierre) O'Brien who departed this world on March 29th after a long illness. Born on September 3, 1940 to Armand and Angelina St.Pierre. Sandra was secretary to the Headmaster of the Winchendon School for 30 years. She was married for 56 years to William D. O'Brien who passed...
Arnold Taylor Lapham Jr
Mar 20, 2025
Arnold Taylor Lapham, Jr., age 81, passed away peacefully Thursday afternoon, March 20, 2025, in Marlborough, NH, surrounded by the love of family and his dog, Tater. Taylor, a resident of Quemado, NM, was formerly of Rindge, NH, and had recently moved back East to be with family.
Taylor was born on May 6, 1943, in Concord, MA, to Arnold Taylor,...
Jill Bettina Randlett
Mar 19, 2025
Jill B. Randlett, 75, of Peterborough, NH, passed away on March 19, 2025, at Monadnock Community Hospital, surrounded by her loved ones and her two beloved Great Pyrenees, Loper and Luna.
Born on December 12, 1949, in Rhode Island, Jill was the daughter of George A. Randlett and Bettina M. Randlett.
Education was always a cornerstone of Jill’s life. She graduated from...
Rodney R. Desmarais
Mar 15, 2025
Rodney Robert Desmarais, 77, of Temple, New Hampshire, passed away peacefully on Saturday March 15, 2025 in New Port Richey, Florida. He was surrounded by his family members the days and moments leading up to his passing.
Ronnie was born in Peterborough on September 26, 1947, to George and Isabelle (Bernier) Desmarais. He spent his childhood in Jaffrey and later moved...
Catherine Melvina Robinson
Mar 15, 2025
Catherine Melvina Green Robinson, 102, passed away peacefully at the Jaffrey Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, on Saturday, March 15, 2025.
Catherine was born in Dayton, OH, on September 7, 1922, a daughter of the late Lawrence and Susie (Boude) Green. She was a 1940 graduate of Colorado Springs High School. Upon graduating, Catherine would go on to meet the love of...
Wayne Clarence Hanson
Mar 13, 2025
Wayne Clarence Hanson, a cherished husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully at home in Key Largo, Florida, on March 13, 2025, following a brief battle with cancer. He was born on September 16, 1951, in Peterborough, New Hampshire, to Clarence and Barbara Hanson, who predeceased him.
Wayne devotedly operated Tiffany Styling Salon at the Tradewinds Plaza in Key Largo for...
Katherine Marie Benkiran
Mar 12, 2025
Katherine M. Benkiran, 63, of Jaffrey, NH died peacefully at her home after a sudden illness on Wednesday, March 12, 2025.
‘Kate’ was born on December 8, 1961 in Worcester, Massachusetts, the daughter of Sharon (Bordash) Rasku, and the late John R Rasku, Sr. She graduated in 1979 from Doherty Memorial High School in Worcester.
She later continued her education in computerized...
Jeremy Bradley
Mar 11, 2025
Jeremy Bradley, a vibrant soul who left us far too soon, passed away on March 11, 2025, at the age of 36. Born and raised in Dalton, Massachusetts and landing in Jaffrey, New Hampshire, Jeremy's infectious humor, boundless generosity, and love for life touched countless hearts in ways he may never have realized.
A proud graduate of St. Joseph's High School...
Derek William Long
Mar 11, 2025
Derek W. Long, 67, passed away peacefully at his home in Temple, NH, surrounded by his loving family, on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, following a brief battle with cancer.
Born in Arlington, VA, on October 26, 1957, Derek was the son of the late Charles W. and Vera A. (Cracknell) Long. He grew up in Vienna, VA, where he was an...
David Delmege Trimble
Mar 5, 2025
David Delmege Trimble, 83, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, surrounded by his beloved family.
A memorial service was officiated by Pastor Stephen Miller on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at 2PM.
A celebration of life will occur in the summer and be announced at a later date.
Linda Duval
Feb 28, 2025
Linda Duval, 73, passed away peacefully at the Cheshire Medical Center in Keene, NH, with her loving family by her side, on Friday, February 28, 2025.
Linda was born in Peterborough, NH, on May 31, 1951, the daughter of the late Roger and Dorothy (Robichaud) Vaillancourt. She was a 1968 graduate of Mascenic Regional High School. After this Linda found her...
Deborah Jean Larson
Feb 22, 2025
Deborah Jean (Keezer) Larson, 66, passed away unexpectedly at home, with her loving husband by her side, on Saturday February 22, 2025.
Deborah was born in Landes de Bussac, France, on April 5, 1958, a daughter of the late Benjamin Keezer and Patricia (Shanks) DeVoe. She was a 1977 graduate of Bethlehem Central High School.
Throughout her life, Deborah found joy in...
Vera M. Elder
Feb 19, 2025
Vera M. Elder, 94, of Dublin, NH, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2025, at Covenant Living in Keene after a period of failing health.
She was born on September 6, 1930, in Peterborough, NH, the daughter of Olof and Elsa (Fridholm) Larson, who emigrated to the United States from Sweden. She attended local schools in Harrisville, graduated from Peterborough High...
Alvah Walter Niemela
Feb 19, 2025
Alvah Niemela, 91, of Rindge, NH, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, February 19th, 2025.
He was born the fourth of ten children on November 4th,1933 in Dublin, NH, to John and Lempi (Korpi) Niemela Sr. Alvah was married in 1955 to the late Barbara (Lattrell) Niemela of Winchendon, Mass for over 51 years. He graduated in 1947 from the 8th grade...
Randolph Maurits Gustafson
Feb 19, 2025
Randolph (Randy) Gustafson, 89 of New Ipswich, NH, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2025, after a brief illness.
Randy was born on August 24, 1935, in Worcester, MA, to Siri and Arvid Somero.
In high school he played basketball where he was given the nickname “Cousy” after the famous Boston Celtics player Bob Cousy. After graduating from Appleton Academy in 1953,...
Adam David Borowski
Feb 17, 2025
Adam David Borowski, 52, passed away unexpectedly and peacefully at home on February 17, 2025.
Adam was born in Providence, Rhode Island, on June 15, 1972, the son of Claire D. (née St. Germain) and the late Raymond R. Borowski. He was a 1990 graduate of Falmouth High School in Massachusetts.
Adam dedicated the majority of his career to the art of...
Ann Amouri Lenard
Feb 14, 2025
Ann Lenard passed away peacefully at her home in Jaffrey, New Hampshire, on February 14, 2025 at the age of 90. She was surrounded by her loving family.
Ann was born and raised in Washington, D.C., and spent memorable summers with her family in her mother’s native Canada, on the Bay of Fundy. As a young child, she was interested in...
Nancy A. Powers
Feb 11, 2025
Nancy A. (Parker) Powers, 79, passed away on February 11, 2025, in Greenville, New Hampshire. She was born on January 1, 1946, in Gardner, Massachusetts, to Merle and Geneva Parker.
Nancy graduated from high school in Athol, Massachusetts, and went on to build a diverse career. She worked at the Thom McCann Shoe Company and Union Twist Drill before becoming a...
Beatrice Mary Cook
Feb 10, 2025
Beatrice M. Cook, 73, passed away peacefully at the Cheshire Medical Center in Keene, on Monday, February 10, 2025, surrounded by her family.
Beatrice was born in Burlington, Vermont, on March 18, 1951, a daughter of the late Harold J. and Blanche (Hance) Beshaw. She was a 1968 graduate of South Burlington (VT) High School, and would eventually move to Randolph,...
