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OBITUARIES
Richard N. ‘Doug’ Douglass, Sr., 78 LACONIA — Richard Nash “Doug” Douglass Sr., 78, of 117 Union Ave. passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on Monday, September 17, 2012 at the Lakes Region General Hospital after a long and courageous battle with COPD. Born on January 18, 1934 in South Paris, ME. He was the son of William and Marion (Pollard) Douglass and was raised in Gray, ME. In his life Richard enlisted in the U.S. Army, obtaining the rank of Sergeant and serving as a front line combat photographer during the Korean War, going behind enemy lines and gathering crucial information including details needed to appropriately launch an attack and in doing so earned the Bronze Star. After his years of service he continued his love of photography working as a child photographer for Lynn of Manchester for over twenty years. Richard moved his family to Laconia in 1976 and became employed at Laconia Shoe for a few years. Prior to owning his own Taxi Service he drove for Richardson’s Taxi for a number of years. Richard became almost family to the community that he served thru his taxi service. Richard is survived by his beloved wife of forty seven years, Patricia (Abbott) Douglass of Laconia;
seven children; Richard Douglass Jr. and his wife, Amy, of Belmont, Bill Douglass of Meredith, Bonniejean Chandler and her husband Gary of Intervale, NH, Kathy Lynn Rackett and her husband Troy of Ayer, Mass., Cindy Lou Gray and her husband Doug of Belmont, Michael McCormack of Meredith and Beth Ann Carr of Maine, eleven grandchildren and a great grandchild. There will be no calling hours. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00AM on Monday, September 24, 2012 at the Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, with Robert N. Horne, Pastor of the Bible Speaks Church, officiating. Burial with military honors will be held at 11:00AM on Tuesday, September 25, 2012 at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery in Boscawen. For those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to The Bible Speaks’ Church, 40 Belvidere Street, Lakeport, NH 03246 Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, NH is assisting the family. For more information and to view an online memorial go to www. wilkinsonbeane.com.
Lucy A. Hebert, 75 TILTON — Lucy A. Hebert, 75, of 36 White Rock Circle, died at the Lakes Region General Hospital on Tuesday, September 18, 2012. Lucy was born on June 8, 1937 the daughter of Charles and Lucille (Guillmette) Fortier. She was a 1955 graduate of Pinkerton Academy and a member of the Golden Girls. She worked for over 30 years as a CNA for such places as Integrated Health Services in Derry, LRG Healthcare and McKerley Health Care Center in Laconia. Lucy led a life of service to others. She was known as the most kind, loyal, loving friend and mother. Survivors include two sons, Gregory J. Hebert of Belmont, N. H., Stephen W. Hebert and his fiancé Julie of Tilton, N. H. ;two daughters, Sherri, and her husband, Earl Leonard, of Belmont, N. H. and Melissa and her husband, David Jenkins of Laconia, N. H.; a daughter in law, Marylou Leach of Franklin, two brothers; Robert Fortier of Danbury, NH and Charles Fortier of Londonderry, six grandchildren, Karen Beaupre, Mark Hebert, Jr., Erik Hebert, Brian Hebert, Brendon Hebert and Robert Jen-
kins; seven great grandchildren, Bradley Hebert, Jasmine Lemay, Amber Hebert, Hayden Lemay Cameron Lemay, Allison Hebert and Katie Hebert and her two beloved dogs, Cricket and Nugget. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband Robert J. Hebert in 2007, a son Mark D. Hebert, Sr. in 2012 and one sister, Lois Evans. Calling hours will be held from 1:00PM to 3:00PM on Saturday, September 22, 2012 in the Carriage House of the Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, NH. A Funeral Service will follow at 3:00PM at the funeral home. Burial will be held at a later date at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery in Boscawen. For those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, Two Commerce Dr, Ste 110, Bedford, NH 03110. Wilkinson-Beane –Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, NH is assisting the family. For more information and to view an online memorial go to www. wilkinsonbeane.com.
Cecile L. Roach, 72 LACONIA — Cecile Lauria Roach, 72, of 11 Girard Street, died at her home on Wednesday, September 19, 2012. Cecile was born August 12, 1940 in Laconia, the daughter of Arthur H. and Elizabeth G. (St. Laurent) Morin. She was a lifelong resident of Laconia. Cecile was a communicant of St. Andre Bessette Parish, Sacred Heart Church of Laconia. For close to 34 years Cecile served the Lakes Region community in many ways with Lakes Region United Way. In 1966 Cecile took a part-time job as United Way’s only employee serving as its office manager, secretary, bookkeeper, and general “jack-of-all-trades”. She continued to be the mainstay of the agency for the next 15 years until United Way’s first Executive Director was hired. During her years at United Way many expressed that Cecile was not simply doing a job but rather she was demonstrating her strong commitment to the people served by the agencies that Lakes Region United Way supported. In 1998 Cecile was 1 of only 19 people honored by United
Way of America for her 30+ years of service. Cecile also loved to read, garden, and enjoyed sewing and quilting as well. Survivors include her husband, Arthur H. Roach II, of Laconia; a daughter, Michelle L. Plourde, and her husband, David, of Laconia; a son Arthur H. (Chip) Roach III, and his wife, Xiaoyan , of Loudon; three grandchildren, Cassandra L. Prescott, Danielle M. Millen and Makayla L. Roach; and three great grandchildren; Alex Prescott, Sophie Prescott and Ryleigh Millen. There will be no calling hours. Funeral services will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Cecile’s memory to Lakes Region Scholarship Foundation, PO Box 7312 Gilford, NH 03247-7312. Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, NH is assisting the family. For more information and to view an online memorial go to www. wilkinsonbeane.com.
LRGH Auxiliary Gift Shop seeking volunteers LACONIA — The LRGH Auxiliary Gift Shop located in the Atrium lobby at Lakes Region General Hospital is in need of interested individuals to volunteer to work in the hospital gift shop. A volunteer in the LRGH Gift Shop has the opportunity to meet and assist the many visitors to the hospital, patients and staff who come into the shop looking for just the right card to brighten someone’s day, a cheery floral bouquet, a special gift or that sweet “pick me up” treat. Funds raised by the LRGH Auxiliary Gift Shop help support the projects and programs of the Auxiliary, which in turn benefit patient care in the LRGHealthcare Community. Those who have former retail experience, would like to gain that experience or simply want to donate time to a job that offers the opportunity to interact with a variety of people while helping a charitable effort should contact the Auxiliary Gift Shop Committee. During the month of September those who would like more specific information about volunteering in the LRGH Gift Shop can stop by or call (524-3211 ext. 3172) the gift shop on Monday or Friday mornings after 9 a.m. to speak to either Barbara or Sue. Those interested in volunteering can contact LRGHealthcare Volunteer Services by calling 524-3211 ext. 6720. The Lake Region General Hospital Gift Shop located in the Atrium is operated by the LRGH Auxiliary. Proceeds raised by the Gift Shop support the projects and programs of the LRGH Auxiliary that benefit patient care at LRGHealthcare.
LHS Class of 1948 holding reunion on September 29
LACONIA — The Laconia High School Class of 1948 will be celebrating the 64th anniversary of their graduation at Patrick’s Pub in Gilford on Saturday, September 29 starting at 11:30 a.m. Class members are urged to bring pictures and memories to share. For more details call Alice Ortakales at 524-0129. CALENDAR from page 19
TODAY’S EVENTS Heart of the Lakes Sufi Center monthly class. 7 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Society in Laconia. Classes are free and run one hour. All are welcome. For more information call 832-3550 or email sufi@dunadd.net.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 10th season of Sant Bani School’s Chamber Music series opens featuring special guest, Pianist Benjamin Hochman. 7 p.m. at Sant Bani School in Sanbornton. Dessert, coffee and tea will be served at intermission. Tickets are $15/adults and free for students and children. They can be purchased by calling 934-4240 or at the door. For more information visit santbanischool.org. Program entitled “Alzheimer’s The Hidden Patient” presented by Bill York from Live Free Home Health Care and co-presenter Ann Saulnier. 10 a.m. at Wesley Woods Community Room in Gilford, in back of The First United Methodist Church. Helpful hints and personal testimony will be highlighted. RSVP to Stace at 528-2555 or email sdhendricks@wesleywoodsnh.org. Rummage Sale hosted by the Holderness Community Church. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Church located at 923 US Route 3. For more information call Peg Winton at 986-7643. Al-Anon Meeting at the Congregational Church Parish House (18 Veterans Square) in Laconia. 9:30 to 11 a.m. each Friday. Al-Anon offers hope and help to families of alcoholics. No dues or fees. All are welcome. Call 645-9518. Giggles & Grins playgroup at Family Resource Center in downtown Laconia (719 No. Main Street, Laconia). Free group for parents children from birth through age 5. For more information call 524-1741. Sit and Knit at the Hall Memorial Library. 2-5 p.m. Gilford Public Library Happenings. Storytime for children 3 to 5 years old held from 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. Social Bridge from 10:30 am – 12:30 p.m. Knit Wits held from 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.