Reminder
Boy Scouts of America Scouting for
Food Drive
The Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts of Pittsfield will
return to your home on Saturday Nov 14, 2009, to pick up your
donation as part of the Boy Scouts National Food Drive that will
benefit the Pittsfield Food Pantry or you can drop it off at the
Pittsfield Post Office any time during November.
Reminder
The Washington House will be the topic of a
program presented by Therese Riel at the next meeting of the
Pittsfield Historical Society, Thursday, Nov. 12, at 7 PM, at
Society headquarters, 13 Elm St., Pittsfield.
TOPS NH #38 Pittsfield
Ever wake up in the morning, and
wonder what you can do for yourself? Greet each day the TOPS
way! Forgive yourself for your past eating habits, and start a
new day. We are a non-profit organization that meets on Tuesday
evenings at 6:30 p.m. at St. Stephen’s Church Undercroft, Main
Street, Pittsfield. For further info, please call Pat at
435-5333 or Sandy at 798-5658.
Celebrating Birthdays are: November 11, Harland Mandigo;
November 12, Todd Hillsgrove, Julianne Gadoury; November 15,
Cindy DeMeritt; November 17, Stacey Longval.
A Very Happy Birthday to one and all.
Celebrating Anniversaries are: November 11, Paul and Pauline
Fox; November 15, Ed and Kathy Huggins; November 17, Robert and
Stephanie Hetu.
Best Wishes.
Several members of Pittsfield High School Class of 1979 and
their spouses enjoyed an informal evening together recently at
the home of John and Nancy Feeny at their home in Chichester.
Highlight of the evening was the time spent reminiscing gathered
around pit fire.
Did you mark your calendars for the evening of music to be
held Friday, November 13th at 7 p.m. at the First Congregational
Church in Pittsfield? Singer/songwriter, Don Smith will present
a special musical performance of “Travelin’ On Music.” No cost
to attend - a love offering will be taken. Everyone is
cordially invited.
PMHS Booster Club winners for October 18th through October
31st are:
10/18, Tom Camara, $25; 10/19, Jim Martin, $25;
10/20, Gene Marcotte, $25; 10/21, Candy Warren, $25; 10/22,
Jeanne Johnson, $25; 10/23, Hope Mannion, $25; 10/24, John
Martin, $50; 10/25, Deb Darrah, $40; 10/26, Ronald
Pelletier, $25; 10/27, Sherman Chase, $25; 10/28,
Kim Bissonnette, $25; 10/29, Hope Mannion, $25; 10/30, John
Martin, $50; 10/31, Jon Ward, $65.
The Pittsfield Historical Society is looking for information
about products produced during World War II by Pittsfield’s
industries: The Cotton Mill, Globe Manufacturing, Pittsfield
Weaving, and Adams Brothers Shoe. Anyone with information please
contact Larry Berkson at 798-3984 or e-mail him at
[email protected].
The Loudon Historical Society is hosting the 2nd Loudon
Expo. Wednesday, November 18th, 2009, from 6:30-8:30 (mark your
calendar).
Cost of admission: Item to donate to the Loudon
Food Pantry.
Come do your Christmas shopping right here in
town, buying “Loudon” products. Avoid the crowds while helping
to support your neighbors.
Location: Charlie’s Barn, 29
S. Village Road, Loudon NH
Pittsfield High School
All Class Reunion
Meeting
The next committee meeting for the PHS All Class Reunion
will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 17 at 6:15 p.m. at Pittsfield
Youth Workshop on Park St. New members are always welcomed. If
you can’t attend the meetings, but would still like to help out,
please contact Andi Riel at 435-6346 or
[email protected].
The Date: November 21st.
The Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The Place: First Congregational Church, Pittsfield.
Our
annual Christmas Fair and very popular corn chowder lunch,
sandwiches and pies. There will be a great assortment of baked
goods and candy, gourmet gifts, decorations, gifts and crafts,
handiwork and a silent auction. This fair has a great reputation
and popular items are in great demand. Hope to see you there!
HAM & BEAN SUPPER
The Suncook Valley Sno-Riders will be holding their 9th
Annual Ham & Bean Supper, Saturday, November 14, 2009. It
will be downstairs at the Pittsfield Community Center from 5:00
to 7:00 p.m. with the meal consisting of ham, beans or potatoes,
coleslaw, roll, drink and dessert. The cost is $7.00 for
adults, $3.50 for children ages 6 to 12, and children 5 and
under is free. Stop by and enjoy a home cooked meal.
Pittsfield Area Senior Center
November 19th is the day we celebrate Thanksgiving at the
Pittsfield Area Senior Center with a traditional Thanksgiving
dinner.
Festivities begin at 11 a.m. We always have a fun time with
our celebrations. Come down and check us out and see who
we have for entertainment!
Please note that the Pittsfield Senior Center will be closed
on Thanksgiving Day. We will be open and serving lunch on Friday
the 27th.
School Lunch Menus
November 16-20, 20099
EPSOM
Monday - Tomato soup, mozzarella sticks, pickles, fruit, milk
or yogurt tray, chicken salad.
Tuesday - French toast
sticks, bacon, fresh fruit, celery sticks, milk or yogurt tray,
BLT salad.
Wednesday - Chili, baby bread sticks, veg.,
fruit, milk or yogurt tray, tuna salad.
Thursday -
Thanksgiving Dinner - Turkey with gravy mashed potatoes, sweet
potatoes, veg., cranberry sauce, rolls and dessert, milk or
yogurt tray. No salad.
Friday - Hot dog with roll, baked
beans, cucumber slices, fruit, milk or yogurt tray, turkey
salad.
PES
Monday - No School
Tuesday - Ham steak, egg noodles, veggie, fruit, milk.
Wednesday - Early Release - Tuna roll, veggie, fruit, milk.
Thursday - Beef stew, fruit, milk.
Friday - Pizza, veggie,
fruit, milk.
PMHS
Monday - No School
Tuesday - Hot dogs, beans, rolls, coleslaw, fruit, milk.
Wednesday - Early Release - Pizza, veggies, fruit, milk.
Thursday - Thanksgiving Dinner
Friday - BLT, chips, fruit,
milk.
CHICHESTER
Monday - Max cheese sticks, marinara sauce, French fries,
veggie, peaches, milk.
Tuesday - (Welcome Grandparents)
Turkey or ham wraps with veggies, pasta salad, pickles, fresh
fruit, milk.
Wednesday - Pancakes, sausage patty, oranges,
applesauce, milk.
Thursday - Turkey Dinner With All The
Fixings. No Salad Bar.
Friday - Hamburger with roll, chips,
pickles, corn, mandarin oranges, milk.
Pittsfield Secret Santa Program
The Pittsfield Secret Santa Program is now accepting
applications for the 2009 Christmas season. We will be
accepting applications until December 1st, to allow Santa and
the elves time to prepare gifts for everyone. This program is
open to children up to age 16, and the child’s parent or
guardian must call to sign the child up. Children must be
residents of Pittsfield.
Please contact the Pittsfield Fire Department at 435-6807
for more information or to apply.
Volunteers Needed
The Pittsfield Fire Department is looking for your help with
our annual Secret Santa Program. This program helps provide toys
and clothes for local children whose families need some extra
help around the holidays. The program is entirely run on
donations - there are no tax dollars funding this. Due to the
current economic situation, donations are down dramatically from
previous years.
Any donations people or businesses can make would be
gratefully accepted. No donation is too small - a toy or a piece
of clothing can go a long way to helping us provide this service
to all residents who may need it. If you would like more
information, please call the Fire Department at 435-6807.
Strathspey And Reel Society Present 21st Gala Concert
Local glass artisan and fiddler Bruce Cobb will once again
be performing with the Strathspey And Reel Society of New
Hampshire in its twenty-first Annual Gala Scottish Concert,
November 29, 2009, at 2:30 p.m. at the Concord (NH) City
Auditorium. This year, in addition to performing in the Scottish
Gala, he is also playing fiddle for the Pittsfield Players’
production of Big River, running from Nov. 6 -14.
This year’s concert should be particularly exciting. It will
be led by SRSNH‘s new Music Director Emerald Rae. A vibrant
performer and member of the Celtic Americana folk group
Annalivia, Emerald is a U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Champion.
As a child, she played the fiddle with SRSNH, and now she‘s back
to lead the group.
This year‘s Gala soloist is pianist Jacqueline Schwab (www.jacquelineschwab.com),
well known for her playing in Ken Burns‘ documentaries. The
theme of the concert is Scotland Comes to America, so
expect some American favorites and Scottish-style tunes by
American composers, as well as traditional Scottish reels, jigs,
marches, airs, and, of course, the characteristic dotted-rhythm
strathspeys. The award-winning students of the Calder School of
Highland Dance will be accompanied by expert piper Derek
Davidson (also prominent as the Managing Director of the New
Hampshire Highland Games.) And as always, the 55-member SRSNH
orchestra will be filling the hall with its exuberant Scottish
sound.
Ticket prices in advance are $20; $15, and $10; at
the door, $22, $17, and $12. Call (603) 437-3497. Thanks to
generous support from the Benjamin Couch Trust, (TD Bank,
Trustee) music teachers, music students, and veterans can call
the same number to receive a free ticket to the concert.
Membership in SRSNH is open to musicians of any instrument or
playing level, and to listeners, dancers, and people interested
in Scottish culture. See
www.srsnh.org for schedule and news.
Mr.
And Mrs. Kenneth White
Michelle Cormier and Kenneth White were married October 3, 2009,
at the Pittsfield Community Center. The bride was given in
marriage by her parents, Paul Cormier and Theresa Horne.
Paige Cormier, sister of the bride, was maid of honor. Kathleen
Gagnon, Jenn Durrance, Nikki Cardinal, and Michelle Aspen were
bridesmaids.
Joseph White, brother of the groom, was best
man. Nicholas White and Jim “eggo” Giraid were ushers.
The
bride, daughter of Paul and Teri Cormier of Rochester and
Richard and Theresa Horne of Rochetser, is pursuing a degree as
a medical assistant at Hesser College.
The
groom, son of Scott White of Concord and Dawna White of
Pittsfield, is in the National Guard.
Letter To The Editor
Dear Editor,
I am writing today to speak
on behalf of land owners who have posted their
property to protect the property and to know who
it is who is on said property! Some
just outright post the property and some post
with written permission only!
This kind of posting does not always mean
that the property is not to be hunted on but one
must first receive permission to do so.
After that permission is granted, when one goes
to hunt on or across that property it is common
courtesy to inform the land owner that you will
be there and that this is what I drive. This way
they know who is using the property at the
moment!
When a hunter is approached on posted property, proper
etiquette is not to become belligerent and
argumentative but to be cooperative and speak
respectfully! Perhaps a better manner in which
to address those who inquire or try to inform
said hunter that he or she might want to inform
the land owner (permission or not) of their
intent for the day and that the law states as
much, might be a simple thank you! Perhaps this
might be the better attitude to engage. The
other is sour grapes and is the reason that
lands all over are being posted, and the reason
why written permission only is given in many
places now! You are the kind of
person who gives those who enjoy the hunt for
what it is a very bad name and leaves a very bad
taste in the mouth!
Sincerely,
Carole Dodge
Five-Year Plan Unveiled At Homeless
Summit
Recently, at the “VA National Summit Ending
Homelessness Among Veterans” Secretary of
Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki unveiled the
department’s comprehensive plan to end
homelessness among Veterans by marshalling the
resources of government, business and the
private sector.
“President Obama and I are personally
committed to ending homelessness among Veterans
within the next five years,” said Shinseki.
“Those who have served this nation as Veterans
should never find themselves on the streets,
living without care and without hope.”
Shinseki’s comprehensive plan to end
homelessness includes preventive measures like
discharge planning for incarcerated Veterans
re-entering society, supportive services for
low-income Veterans and their families and a
national referral center to link Veterans to
local service providers. Additionally, the plan
calls for expanded efforts for education, jobs,
health care and housing.
“Our plan enlarges the scope of VA’s efforts
to combat homelessness,” said Shinseki. “In the
past, VA focused largely on getting homeless
Veterans off the streets. Our five-year plan
aims also at preventing them from ever ending up
homeless.”
Other features of the plan outlined by
Shinseki include:
* The new Post-9/11 GI Bill provides a
powerful option for qualified Veterans to pursue
a fully funded degree program at a state college
or university. It is a major component of the
fight against Veteran homelessness.
* VA is collaborating with the Small
Business Administration and the General Services
Administration to certify Veteran-owned small
businesses and service-disabled Veteran-owned
small businesses for listing on the Federal
Supply Register, which enhances their visibility
and competitiveness - creating jobs for
Veterans.
* VA will spend $3.2 billion next
year to prevent and reduce homelessness among
Veterans. That includes $2.7 billion on medical
services and more than $500 million on specific
homeless programs.
* VA aggressively diagnoses and treats the
unseen wounds of war that often lead to
homelessness - severe isolation, dysfunctional
behaviors, depression and substance abuse. Last
week, VA and the Defense Department cosponsored
a national summit on mental health that will
help both agencies better coordinate mental
health efforts.
* VA partners with more than 600 community
organizations to provide transitional housing to
20,000 Veterans. It also works with 240 public
housing authorities to provide permanent housing
to homeless Veterans and their families under a
partnership with the Department of Housing and
Urban Development. The VA/HUD partnership will
provide permanent housing to more than 20,000
Veterans and their families.
Over the duration of the conference it is
expected that over 1,200 homeless service
providers from federal and state agencies, the
business community, and faith-based and
community providers will attend and participate
in the summit.
“This is not a summit on homelessness among
Veterans,” added Shinseki “It’s a summit on
ending homelessness among Veterans.”
Ladies Aid
Submitted By Joan Riel
The Ladies Aid of the
First Congregational Church held its regular meeting in the
Church vestry on November 2nd with Freda Jones presiding. The
meeting began with devotions by Arlene Martin who read “What Is
Autumn?” by Reginald Holmes, followed by all joining in the
Lord’s Prayer.
Secretary Joan Riel read the minutes of the
previous meeting and Treasurer, Audrey Moore gave her financial
report.
The Christmas Fair and luncheon were discussed. A
twenty dollar donation was made toward the luncheon. Prices for
the food table were received and adjustments were made.
Many
cards were signed for sick and away church family members,
during which time refreshments were enjoyed.
The next meeting
will be held on December 7th when the bags, previously made,
will be filled with Christmas
Patterson/Simms
Jeremy Edward Patterson and Melanie Krystina Simms were married
in a double-ring ceremony, at the Love of Christ Church. The
ceremony took place on August 15, 2009, in Bear, Delaware.
The bride was given in marriage by her mother, stepfather and
brothers.
The ceremony was performed by Pastor Donna Perry
and Pastor Forest Miller.
The groom, son of Edward and Denise
Patterson, Pittsfield, NH, graduated from Pittsfield Middle High
School in 2006.
The bride, daughter of Paul Simms and Carol
and Joseph Crowder, all of Delaware, graduated from William Penn
High School, New Castle, Delaware in 2007.
Best man was
Edward Patterson, father of the groom, Pittsfield, NH;
groomsmen, Paul Simms, Joseph Crowder, Jr. and Ben Crowder,
brothers of the bride, Delaware; Jimmy Perry, Andrew Flemming
and Bruce McKinney, friends, Delaware; Bob Patterson, uncle of
the groom, Lansing Michigan.
Ring Bearer, Jakob Crowder,
bride’s brother, Delaware; Matron of Honor, Amber Simms, bride’s
sister-in-law, Delaware; Bridesmaids, Geneva Harrah, Larica
Johnson, Amanda Perry, Brittany Perry and Christin Simpson, all
friends from Delaware; Junior Bridesmaids, Kristen and
Kelly Patterson, cousins of the groom, Lansing Michigan. Flower
Girl, Krystina Simms, daughter of the bride, Delaware.
The
Scripture Reading, Ephesians, 5:22-23 was read by Meredith
Patterson, aunt of the groom, Lansing, Michigan.
The mothers
lit the two candles for the Unity Candle while “Far Away,’ a
video by Nichelback was shown.
The Groom is employed as a
security guard at the Christiana Mall, in Newark, Delaware. He
is also a volunteer firefighter in Port Penn.
The bride is
attending a Certified Nurses Assistant program at the Delaware
Skills Center. She will graduate in December, 2009.
The bride
and groom honeymooned in the Poconos, PA, and make their home in
Port Penn, Delaware.
From the Desk of the Pittsfield Board of Selectmen
Submitted
By: Linda Small, Chair
In recognizing that it’s been a
while since the Board has touched base with you we believe it’s
time, most particularly in light of the fact there is much to
report on. Having said this, here goes…
The first news I’d
like to share on behalf of the Board (of which I’m certain you
noticed when you received your tax bill) is the decrease in the
2009 tax rate. While it may not seem like a large savings, I
think we can all agree that every little bit helps in this
economy. Additionally, it didn’t increase which, in itself, is a
good thing! With the continued combined efforts of the Board of
Selectmen, School Board and staff I remain confident that we can
maximize the efficiency of operations.
Speaking of which,
budget season is once again upon us. The Board continues to be
proactive in stabilizing the budget while carefully monitoring
spending. The upcoming year should be no exception given the
recession that we are in. Some difficult decisions have been
made in anticipation of a rocky economic road ahead of us. Thus
far we are thankful that we have not yet had to resort to the
drastic compromises that other communities have had to. At the
same time it is our responsibility to do what is right by you,
as that is what we took an oath to do. We will continue to do
our very best in keeping a reasonable balance between services
and spending.
We are excited to be working alongside the
Economic Development Committee (EDC, Scott Spradling and the
Suncook Valley Regional Development Corporation (SVRDC). The
October 24th Business Forum brought together business owners,
board and committee members, and residents in a mutual setting
that was both enlightening and beneficial. Many doors to new
ideas are opening, and we look forward to walking through some
of them together over the upcoming months. Some great things are
happening in Pittsfield, despite the economic downturn. Helpful
aids will continue to be sought and put into our “tool box” to
help equip businesses to either set up or maintain successful
shop, so to speak, in Pittsfield. The EDC continues to solicit
your help so please feel free to contact them with your feedback
([email protected]).
Of course, with any business endeavor comes the need for
good, sound planning. Therefore we are pleased to support the
Planning Board in its attempt to make our process more business
user friendly. Matt Monahan of Central New Hampshire Regional
Planning Commission (CNHRPC) has allied with us in this effort
and comes with much land use knowledge, not to mention his
genuine enthusiasm for Pittsfield! Those of you who attended the
business forum were able to witness this first hand in his
representation for the EDC.
There are several other project
undertakings deserving of at least touching upon as well. First,
we have been state approved for well needed traffic lights at
the intersection of Route 28 and Leavitt Road. The project went
out to bid in October and should be underway soon. Next, we have
been approved for an $18,000 engineering study grant through the
Safe Routes to School (SRTS) program. The purpose of the study
is to determine the foot routes that are most commonly traveled
by students going to school. We are hopeful to qualify for
assistance in improving our sidewalks. Many thanks to the
Pittsfield School Administrative Unit #51 for the efforts that
have been put forward in this endeavor! Last, the town received
a $5,000 grant through the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation
for drug education. The Pittsfield Drug and Alcohol Coalition
have been working closely with parents, faith-based
organizations, businesses, the School District and the Police
Department in an on-going effort to educate our children on the
adverse effects of drug use. Many thanks to all involved in this
worthy cause!
We apologize for the less than eye appealing
condition of the Concord Hill sidewalk/retaining wall. In
understanding the safety compromise we have communicated our
concern to the State and have been instructed to apply for
enrollment into the State Aid Highway program in order to assure
expedition of the project, which we have done. It is now in the
hands of the NH Department of Transportation, and the Board
eagerly awaits the repairs to be done in the very near future.
While this summary is certainly not exhaustive of all that
is happening within and throughout Pittsfield it does give you a
good idea of how hard your representatives have been working on
your behalf. It has taken and will continue to require team work
amongst boards, committees, staff members, business owners and
residents if we want to be successful in keeping Pittsfield a
place to call home. If you would like to get involved please
call Paul Skowron at 435-6773. Although much has been
accomplished there is always something more to do!
“What’s Happening at PYW?”
By Paula Driscoll, Program
Director
Back row to front: Mike Hayes, Melodie Hudgens, Daniel
Colon-Pagan, Quinn Steeves, Ethan Whitehead, Raman Keith,
Katelyn Gonzalez, Dana Hudgens, Megan Moody, Nathaniel Jackson,
Paula Driscoll, Heather Cole, Katie Whitehead, Jonathan Eastman
October was a busy month for the Pittsfield Youth Workshop
(PYW). PYW participants went indoor and outdoor rock
climbing, hiked Parker Mountain in Strafford NH, carved pumpkins
- thanks to a donation from Paul Metcalf, and spent many days
building a Haunted House.
Our Haunted House Fundraising
Event was held on Halloween night. We hope that everyone had a
chance to experience the terrors and chills of our haunted house
while supporting PYW programs at the same time. We want to thank
Ace Hardware for the donation of plastic and strobe lights, the
man that stopped by and dropped off a large box of individual
bags of popcorn for the youth, Scott Jackson, Jim Maestranzi,
and Jen Cole for helping with crowd control, collecting money,
and handing out goody bags while Jonas Glidden scared so many
trick-or- treaters. And we can’t forget the many youth that
helped build the Haunted House and gave up their night to let
others have a good scare. Nice Job!
Upcoming Events: November
16th, PYW will be traveling to Concord to the Christa McAuliffe
Planetarium (no school); Wednesday, November 25th we will
be providing our Thanksgiving Family Dinner and before we can
blink an eye PYW’s youth will be making Gingerbread Houses to be
raffled off at the Tree Lighting Ceremony Saturday, December
5th.
Just a reminder: PYW Drop-in hours are Monday through
Friday from 3-6 PM.
Please feel free to contact Paula
Driscoll or Zach Powers at
[email protected] with any questions or to
make a donation. Make sure to check out our website at
www.pittsfieldyouthworkshop.org for our calendar of events
or the latest pictures of what the youth have been doing!
Obituaries
Marjorie D. Stapleton, Loving Wife, Mother and Grandmother
Gilmanton - Marjorie (Dustin) Stapleton, 79, of Province
Road died November 5th at her home following a courageous battle
with cancer. She was born in Pittsfield, the daughter of
Thomas B. and Thelma Dustin.
She began her working career at
the age of 12 when she worked part time at her father’s store,
Dustin’s, in Pittsfield. She was a graduate of Pittsfield High
School in 1948 and graduated from Keene Teachers College in
1952. She taught elementary school in Fairfield, CT, from 1952
through 1957. After raising her family, she returned to
teaching in the Pittsfield Elementary School for 12 years. She
was a long time member of the First Congregational Church of
Pittsfield and an active member the Dorcas Guild. She was a
member and Past President of the Pittsfield Women of Rotary.
In her Life: She was a member of the Twelve T’s and enjoyed
their annual get togethers. She was a resident of Pittsfield for
75 years prior to moving to a favorite place, Loon Pond in
Gilmanton. She had been a winter resident of Bradenton, FL,
since 1996. She enjoyed the winter weather there but always
looked forward to returning home to see her children and
grandchildren who loved her as GG. She enjoyed playing cards
with Ann and Doc Carpenter, tennis, cross country skiing and
bowling.
She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Henry
F. Stapleton of Gilmanton; a son, James Stapleton and wife Sally
of Avon, CT; 2 daughters, Julie Couch and husband Keith of
Barnstead, and Sarah Hillsgrove and husband Rich of Gilmanton;
her 6 grandchildren, Reed and Ian Stapleton, Lexy and Ben Couch
and Connor and Jackson Hillsgrove; a brother, Robert Dustin, and
wife Millie of Canterbury; a special cousin, Lynne Rhodes of
Wareham, MA; many nieces; nephews; cousins; and a
brother, and sisters- in-law.
A Memorial Service will be
held Saturday, Nov. 14th at 10:30 a.m. in the First
Congregational Church of Pittsfield.
The Rev. David Stasiak,
Pastor, will officiate.
Donations in her memory may be made
to the Community Health & Hospice Inc. 780 No. Main St. Laconia,
NH 03246 or to the First Congregational Church Building Fund, 24
Main St. Pittsfield, NH 03263. The Perkins & Pollard Memorial
Home, Pittsfield, is assisting with arrangements.
To
sign an online guest book, go to
www.perkinsandpollard.com
Edwin M. Langevin
Edwin Maxner Langevin, 63, a
lifelong Concord resident, died Thursday, Oct. 29, 2009, at
Concord Hospital.
He was born Jan. 1, 1946, in Concord to
Edwin R. and Dorothy (Maxner) Langevin. Ed graduated from
Concord High School in 1964 and continued his education at
Bentley College in Boston, graduating in 1968, but not before
meeting his soul mate, Elaine Sabbia, who would become his wife
of 42 years.
He first started working as an accountant for
Bigelo in Manchester in 1968, where he remained until 1972, when
he began his own accounting practice.
Ed had been a lifetime
HOG member since 1992. He also held a lifetime membership in the
National Rifle Association and belonged to the Sunset Mountain
Fish & Game Club. Over the years he enjoyed giving his time to
the Boys & Girls Club, where he served a term as president from
1988-89. Ed was a member of the New Hampshire Society of
Accountants.
He enjoyed many hobbies, including gardening,
bicycling, hunting, fishing and scuba diving, and he had a
passion for cooking. But his true loves were his family and his
motorcycles. His two granddaughters were the joy of his life,
and he took pleasure in his time as an assistant softball coach
for their team. He also always found time for all their other
activities, such as skiing, skating, biking and anything else
they could come up with.
A beloved husband, devoted father,
nurturing grandfather and friend to all.
Ed is survived by
his wife, Elaine (Sabbia) Langevin of Concord; his son, Matthew
Langevin of Concord; a daughter, Bridgett Beckwith and her
husband, Scott, of Concord; two granddaughters, Sammy and Brooke
LaRochelle of Concord; three brothers, John Langevin of Tampa,
Fla., Charles Cosseboom of Epsom, and Richard Cosseboom of York,
Maine; a sister, Barbara Barton and her husband, Larry, of
Epsom; and several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by
a brother, Wayne Langevin, in 2000.
A memorial service was
held Monday, November 2, 2009, at the International Brotherhood
of Electrical Workers, Concord.
Please send memorial
donations to Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis, c/o Arthritis
Foundation, 6 Chenell Drive, Suite 260, Concord 03301.
For
more information, go to
petitfuneralhome.com.
Christine V. Come
Pittsfield - Christine Victoria Come, 26,
of 39, Wynant St. died October 31st at the Dartmouth-Hitchcock
Medical Center in Lebanon, following a lifelong illness.
She
was born in Concord, the daughter of Walter Come and Robin
(Hein) Thornton.
She had lived in Pittsfield all her life.
She was a cosmetologist and her last place of employment was at
Show-Offs Salon in Candia.
She is survived by her Parents,
Walter of Penacook and Robin of Pittsfield; 2
brothers,Brent Thornton of Inyokern, CA., and Ben Come of
Pittsfield; her fiancé, Christopher Daly of Pittsfield; and 1
nephew; and 4 nieces.
A Memorial Service was held on Friday,
November 6, 2009, at the Advent Christian Church, Pittsfield.
The Rev. Gerard Hardy, Pastor, officiated.
Donations in her
memory may be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation,
N.E.Chapter, 114 Perimeter Road, Suite G-H, Nashua, NH
03063-1301.
The Perkins & Pollard Memorial Home, Pittsfield,
assisted with arrangements.
David A. Jackson
PITTSFIELD - David A. Jackson, 41, of Deer Meadow Road, died
Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009, at Concord Hospital.
He was born in
Concord, a son of the late Merrill Jackson and Judith (Sayer)
Jackson. He was a graduate of Winnisquam Regional High School in
Tilton. He worked for the former Quin-T in Tilton for 15 years.
David had a passion for music. He listened to it, wrote it
and played it. He played the drums from the time he was a
teenager and also played guitar and bass guitar. He was a huge
Kiss fan with a large collection of memorabilia and tattoos of
the band. He also enjoyed hunting and riding motorcycles.
In
addition to his mom, he is survived by his wife, Patrice
(Sawyer) Jackson; two daughters, Haeleigh Hyatt and Bobbie
Jackson; one son, Jakeob Jackson; two sisters, Pamela Comeau of
Belmont and Patricia Ingraham of Loudon; and many nieces and
nephews.
Burial will be held privately.
In lieu of
flowers, the family requests that you make a donation to the
music program at your local school in David’s name.