Roy Funeral Home, Inc., 93 Sullivan Street, Claremont, NH (2025)

02/28/2022

Life Story for Donald David Roy

Claremont, NH
Donald D. Roy, 88 of Sullivan Street in Claremont, died peacefully on Sunday (Feb. 27) surrounded by his family. He was born in Berlin, NH on August 15, 1933 the son of Louis E. and Lydia (Drouin) Roy and had been a Claremont resident since 1963. He was a graduate of Notre Dame High School, Class of 1951 where he served as president of his class for four years as well as goalie for the hockey team. Following high school Don played semiprofessional Hockey for the Berlin Maroons tending the net. He had been employed as a foreman by the Brown Company in Berlin, NH. He was a veteran of the US Army, serving during the Korean War. He graduated from New England Institute of Mortuary Science in 1959. Don then began his career in funeral service working for Fleury Funeral Home in Berlin, NH, Knight Funeral Home in Windsor, VT, McCusker Funeral Home in Claremont, NH before he and his wife, Doris opened Roy Funeral Home on April 1, 1973. He and Doris retired in 1996 and wintered for many years in Dade City, FL where they enjoyed the sun, golf and making new friends. He was an avid golfer both here and in Florida. He was a member of the Fr. Cote Council #1820 3rd and 4th degree Knights of Columbus. Don was a quiet man and led by example, a trait that he will long be remembered for. Members of his family include, two sons, James R. Roy and his wife, Lori, Claremont, NH, Jon D. Roy and his wife, Sheila Pierson-Roy, Strafford, NH; eight grandchildren, Michelle Roy, Benjamin Roy, Timothy Roy, Kayla Roy, Zachary Schucart, Nicholas Roy, Jordan Schucart, Hayleigh Roy, six great grandchildren, Calvin, Reagan, Leah, Mason, Turner and Pierson, a sister, Louise Roy and her husband, Eduardo Suarez, Sherbrooke, PQ, Canada, a brother, Maurice Roy and his wife, Debbie, Ayers Cliff, PQ, Canada and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by the love of his life, Doris (Jutras) Roy, two brothers, Dr. Richard Roy, David Roy and a sister, Gloria Mastro. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 am on Saturday (March 5) at St. Mary’s Church with the Rev. Sebastian Susairaj, officiating. Interment with military honors will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery. Friends may call at the Roy Funeral Home on Friday from 4 – 7 pm. The family suggests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to the Lake Sunapee VNA & Hospice Care, 107 Newport Road, New London, NH 03257. You are invited to share a story of Don with the family or leave a message of condolence in the family guest book at www.royfuneralhome.com.

02/28/2022

Life Story for Virginia M. Allison Lewis

Claremont, NH
Virginia M. Lewis, 97, of Chestnut Street in Claremont, died Saturday (February 19) at Valley Regional Hospital following a period of failing health. She was born in Claremont, NH on July 27, 1924 the daughter of Ernest P. and Ella R. (Lamare) Lewis and had been a lifetime Claremont resident. Virginia had been employed as pay mistress in the payroll office by Joy Manufacturing Co. for 40 years. She enjoyed crocheting and knitting as well as reading mystery novels. Members of her family include a brother, Kenneth Lewis, Claremont, NH; a niece, Rebecca Lewis, a nephew, Kenneth Lewis II. She was predeceased by a brother, Roger Lewis and a sister Mildred Ruest. There will be no visiting hours. Graveside Committal services will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday (March 3) in St. Mary’s cemetery, Claremont, NH. You are invited to share a memory of Virginia with the family or leave a message of condolence in the family guest book at www.royfuneralhome.com.

02/10/2022

Life Story for Thomas R. Chesley, Sr.

Myrtle Beach, SC
Thomas R Chesley Sr. died January 24, 2022 in the Hospital in Myrtle Beach South Carolina. He was born in Windsor VT June 20th 1934 son of Thomas and Odelite Chesley and has been a long term area resident of Claremont. Tom was a veteran of the US Navy. Tom has been employed at Goodyear Rubber Shop in Windsor Vermont for 30+ years. He enjoyed golfing, stock cars, and bicycles. He also was #1 in New Hampshire for NBL BMX bicycles at the age of 53 in the over age 25 group. He and his Wife Maxine wintered in Myrtle Beach South Carolina for the last 20+ years, until she passed in 2015, and continued wintering in Myrtle Beach after. Members of his family include Thomas R Chesley Jr., Melbourne FL; Michael A Chesley, Candia NH; Bruce Chesley, Wilmington NC; two Grand Children, Tonya Chesley, Crystal Armentrout, two great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother, Edward, and three sisters, Anna, Jane and Betty. In accordance with his wishes there will be no visiting hours or services. You are invited to share a memory of Tom with the family or leave a message of condolence in the family guest book at www.royfuneralhome.com.

02/04/2022

Life Story for Robin A. Grumman

Claremont, NH
Robin Alice Sykes Grumman passed away on February 2, 2022. Robin resided at Sullivan County Healthcare for the past few years after a period of declining health. Robin was predeceased by her husband Eugene Grumman, her parents; Frank and Helen Sykes and granddaughter Mabel Emmiah Eron Root. Surviving family members include her sons; Jonathan (Leigh Ann) Root, Justen Root and Nathan (Yesenia) Root, grandchildren; Parker Root, Joleigh Root, Emily Root, Miah Schiavi, Eric Schiavi, Colton Schiavi and Emma Root, two brothers; Gary (Linda) Sykes and Greg (Elizabeth) Sykes and several cousins, nieces and one nephew. Robin was born in Lowell, MA on April 18,1950 along with her twin brother Greg. She attended schools in Lowell, MA, Barrington, RI and later graduated from Daniel Hand High School in Madison CT in 1968. She attended Keene State College where she met her first husband and father of her children, Gregory Root. After graduation, they began their teaching careers in Claremont, NH. All three of their sons were born here. In 1987 Robin married her forever love, Eugene Grumman, also an educator. Together they built a life of community service and love of community. Robin was an exceptional teacher and prided herself in reaching those children who were most challenging. She taught mostly in the Claremont school district with the exception of a couple of years at St. Mary’s school, late in her career. It was her time at The Unity Elementary School, as both a teacher and a principal, that captivated her teaching heart. Over many decades, she volunteered at The 1st Congregational Church in Claremont, the City of Claremont (as town moderator), Unity Fire Department (delivering weekly meals for years) and the Methodist church in Unity. Robin was an avid gardener and extraordinary designer of her home. She was reimagining furniture and repurposing items long before it became popular. She had an artist flair that showed in all that she did; parenting, grand-parenting, landscaping, decorating, entertaining, writing, gift giving and teaching. She was a thoughtful and warm person whose support and encouragement was deeply felt by those she loved. Robin had a s***k that was second to none. She was a fierce defender of what she thought was right and courageously fought for causes close to her heart. Her caring for others and their betterment was apparent in all areas of her life; family, teaching and community. Robin was a proud mother and grandmother, her biggest accomplishment was the raising of her family. Her bond with her granddaughter Emily was especially beautiful to witness. She was a loving daughter to her parents and carried memories of them throughout her entire life. She was an exquisite storyteller who never missed a detail. Her ability to connect with people and her sense of humor made her both fun and easy to be around. She was best known for her toughness and edgy nature, she was unapologetically herself, always. A burial and celebration of life will be held in April in Lowell, Massachusetts. Arrangements are being made through Roy Funeral Home in Claremont, NH. You are invited to share a memory of Robin with the family or leave a message of condolence in the family guest book at www.royfuneralhome.com.

02/04/2022

Life Story for Alton L. Curtis, Sr.

Claremont, NH
Alton L. Curtis, Sr., 94 of Maple Avenue in Claremont, NH died Wednesday (February 2) at his home following a period of failing health. He was born in Claremont, NH on December 2, 1927 the son of Josiah P. and Edith L. (Wellman) Curtis and had been e lifetime area resident. He was a veteran of the US Army. He had been employed as a machinist by J&L in Springfield, VT. Alton also worked construction and was employed as a foreman in the construction of the Marion Phillips Apartments in Claremont. After retirement he worked for Monetta’s Shoe Store. Alton was an avid Boston Bruin and New England Patriot fan. He enjoyed bird watching, watching the television show, Oak Island and was quite a history buff but above all, being around his family was what he cherished the most. Members of his family include two sons, Alton L. Curtis, Jr. and his wife, Linda, Cumberland, VA; Lon Curtis and his wife, Mary, Claremont, NH; four daughters, Pamela Kingsbury, Franklin, NH; Jody Peters and her husband, Chris, Newport, NH; Jeanne Mack and her husband, Randy, Columbia, SC; Carrie Chessman, Claremont, NH; many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. . He was predeceased by a great grandson, Tyler J. Curtis, three brothers, Josiah Curtis, Jr., Clayton Curtis, Donald Curtis and two sisters, Irma Boivin and Shirley Blanchard. Funeral Services will be held later in the spring at Ascutney Union Church. Interment will follow in Ascutneyville Cemetery. Friends may call at the Roy Funeral Home on Tuesday (Feb. 8) from 2 – 4 and 6 – 8 PM. In lieu of flowers the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to The Wounded Warrior Project, 4899 Belfort Road, Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256. You are invited to share a memory of Alton with the family or leave a message of condolence in the family guest book at www.royfuneralhome.com.

01/04/2022

Life Story for Janet Mae Read

Plainfield, NH
Janet Mae Read, 82 of Plainfield, NH died Sunday (January 2) at Springfield Hospital following a period of failing health. She was born in Lebanon, NH on February 13, 1939 the daughter of Arlington and Pearl (St. Hilare) Dawson. She graduated from Lebanon High School in 1957. On May 31, 1958 she married Richard P. Read, in Lebanon, NH. Janet was the linen supervisor at Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital in Hanover NH for 20 years, retiring in 2001. She was the widow of Richard Palmer Read, Sr. who died on April 8, 2017. Members of her family include a daughter, Terrie M. Clukey and her husband, Brian; a son, Richard P. Read, Jr.; four grandchildren, Brian Clukey, and his wife, Taylor, ; Shelbie Shepherd and her husband, Nic; Zackary Read & Kieran Read; five great grandchildren, William Polmerville, Isabella Atkinson, Aria Read, Emerie Shepherd and Brooks Clukey, a sister, Karleen Wood, Lebanon, NH; two brothers, Alex Dawson, Concord, NH; William Dawson, Melbourne, FL and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a brother, Edmond Dawson and a sister, Marcia Drop. Janet had a great love for golf and dancing, but her greatest love was spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. There will be no visiting hours or services at this time. Graveside committal services will be held later in the spring. You are invited to share a memory of Janet with the family or leave a message of condolence in the family guest book at www.royfuneralhome.com.

01/04/2022

Life Story for Debbie E. St. Pierre

Charlestown, NH
Debbie E Ouellette St Pierre of Charlestown NH passed away Dec 30, 2021 with her family by her side after a quick diagnosis of cancer. Born November 26, 1955, the daughter of Virginia (Dole) Joseph Ouellette and Bernard Fluette. She attended St. Mary’s school until closure then graduated from Stevens High School. On August 4th 1973 she married her sweetheart Fred. R. St. Pierre. Residing in Charlestown, they raised their four children. Julie and Alton W Martin, Sara and Richard Harris and Greg and Jennifer St. Pierre of Charlestown and April and Tanner Royce of Sunapee. Grandkids Bryson and Devyn Martin, Clynton and Austyn Harris Dominic Van-Laere Nutting with Ayla and Elyn Royce. Sister Vicki Pearson of Port Orange FL. and lots of nieces and nephews including some special extended family Holly and Ricardo Munoz and their children from Bearu Ohio. Her parents Virginia and Joseph Ouellette and Bernard Fluette predeceased her as well as her in laws Paul and Rolande St. Pierre Debbie loved being mom and more Nana. She was very involved with her children and grandchildren watching them swim, race and do all sorts of other sports. She was proud of all of them. You could often hear her from the sidelines and while watching her TV with NASCAR, Patriots or Red Sox. She worked at both Claremont and Canaan Speedway over the years. She owned and operated The Creative Touch between raising her children and helping with her grandchildren. . A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 am January 6, 2022 at St. Mary’s Church Central St. Claremont NH. Interment will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery. Friends may call at the Roy Funeral Home on Wednesday January 5, 2020 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Claremont Savings Bank Community Center or the Charlestown Rec Dept. You are invited to share a memory of Debbie with the family or leave a message of condolence in the family guest book at www.royfuneralhome.com.

12/21/2021

Life Story for Tharon P. Tewksbury, Sr.

Unity, NH
Tharon P. Tewksbury, Sr., 80, of Unity, NH died Friday (December 17) at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Windsor, VT on August 18, 1941 the son of Paul R. and Isabella (Clow) Tewksbury and had been a lifetime area resident. Tharon had been employed by Merits Clothing Store, Goodyear, Wonder Bread and retired from Frito-Lay after 25 years. He enjoyed cutting wood, building stone walls and going to auctions and yard sales but more than anything Lucy was the love of his life. Members of his family include his wife, Lucille “Lucy” (Benware) Tewksbury, Unity, NH; four children, Tammy Crease and her husband, Edward Crease Jr., Charlestown, NH; Todd Tewksbury, Unity, NH; Tharon P. Tewksbury, Jr., Wilder, VT; Lori Giguere, Unity, NH; eleven grandchildren including a special granddaughter, Breanna Craigue and her husband, Arnold Craigue, II, eleven great grandchildren, a sister, Josephine Jewell, Cornish, NH an several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a daughter, Pamela Tewksbury, four brothers, Rowland Tewksbury, Eugene Tewksbury, Louis Tewksbury, Raymond Tewksbury and a sister, Elsie Johnson. There will be no visiting hours or services at this time per Tharon’s wishes. You are invited to share a memory of Tharon with the family or leave a message of condolence in the family guest book at www.royfuneralhome.com.

12/18/2021

Life Story for Nancy M. Courtemanche

Unity, NH
Nancy M. Courtemanche, 73 of Unity, NH died Wednesday (December 15) at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, NH following a period of failing health. She was born in Claremont, NH on March 6, 1948 the daughter of Darry and Hazel (Davis) Gladue. Nancy had been employed as an LNA by the Sullivan County Nursing Home for 30 years and later by Elmwood Center for an additional 10 years. She enjoyed her cats and time on her computer. Nancy was the widow of Robert B. Courtemanche, Sr., who died on October 16, 2020. Members of her family include two sons, Robert B. Courtemanche, Jr., and his wife Lisa, Charlestown, NH; Christopher Courtemanche, Unity, NH; two grandchildren, Zachary Courtemanche and Lexi Rae Courtemanche, a sister, Teresa Skaff, CT, and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a daughter, Bernice Courtemanche, a brother, Robert Gladue and a sister, Marie Dorr. There will be no visiting hours or services at this time. Nancy and Robert will be laid to rest with their daughter, Bernice in Mountain View Cemetery at the convenience of the family. You are invited to share a memory of Nancy with the family or leave a message of condolence in the family guest book at www.royfuneralhome.com.

12/14/2021

Life Story for Robert C. Lurvey, Sr.

Charlestown, NH
Robert C. Lurvey, Sr., 83 of Charlestown, NH died Sunday (December 12) at Springfield Rivers Nursing Home in Springfield, VT following a period of failing health. He was born in Royalton, VT on August 25, 1938 the son of Iliff C. and Ethel E. (Clark) Lurvey and had been a longtime Cornish, NH resident. Robert had been employed as a general foreman and quality control supervisor by Cone Blanchard in Windsor, VT for 40 years. He later worked as an assembler for Wal-Mart for 10 years. He served in the United States Marine Corps. Robert enjoyed c**n hunting, farming, fishing and playing bingo. He was an auxiliary member of the Charlestown, NH VFW Post 8497. Members of his family include a son, Robert C. Lurvey, Jr. and his wife, Alexandra, Chester, VT; three daughters, Tammy Ayers and her husband, Walter, Weathersfield, VT; Tonia Calkins and her husband, Scott, Charlestown, NH; Robin Nadeau and her husband, Ray, Canaan, NH; five grandchildren, Kenny Flanders, Lindsay Chaffee, Brandy Conley, Samantha Fontaine, Justin “Robbie” Ayers, nine great grandchildren, Coltin Ayers, Emily Ayers, Walker Fontaine, Lawson Fontaine, Ava Conley, Parker Conley, Liam Conley, Declan Conley, Azalea Chaffee, two sisters, Pauline Tellor, Randolph, VT; Rachel Van Guilder, Claremont, NH. He was predeceased by two brothers, Donald Lurvey, Walter Lurvey and three sisters, Arlene Rumrill, Viola Clark and Irene Gray. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday (December 18) at the Roy Funeral Home, 93 Sullivan Street, Claremont, NH. Committal with military honors will follow in Edminster Cemetery in Cornish, NH. Friends may call at the funeral home on Saturday morning from 10:00 am until the time of services. You are invited to share a memory of Robert with the family or leave a message of condolence in the family guest book at www.royfuneralhome.com. The family suggest that in lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Norris Cotton Cancer Center, 1 Medical Center Drive, Lebanon, NH 03756. The family requests that those attending the service on Saturday please wear face coverings.

12/07/2021

Life Story for Gladys L. DeVeau

Claremont, NH
Gladys L. DeVeau (Cook), 81, of Claremont, passed away peacefully on Saturday December 4, 2021. An avid reader and lover of video games, Gladys is fondly remembered amongst her towers of books and stacks of Sega cartridges. With a sharp wit and sense of humor to match, Gladys loved a good laugh and loved making others laugh alongside her. Born in Claremont, Gladys was the daughter of the late Millard Cook and the late Gladys L. Winot (Russell). She was predeceased by her brother John Cook and sister Ginny Ann Wright. She is survived by her brothers, David Cook and his wife Joyce, Ralph Cook and his wife Linda, and Millard Cook Jr. and his wife Mary, along with 2 sisters, Betty Rosencranse and Cheryl Marandino. She is survived by seven children, Michael Cook, Debra Beebe and her husband Donald, Mark Cook and his wife Lori, Darcie Nemry and her husband Fadi, Matthew DeVeau, Marcel DeVeau, and Denise Hoyt and her husband Nathan. She is also survived by many loving grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Services will be held at a future date. In honor of her memory, donations can be made to the Claremont Soup Kitchen at 53 Central St. You are invited to share a memory of Gladys with the family or leave a message of condolence in the family guest book at www.royfuneralhome.com.

12/03/2021

Life Story for Mary L. MacPhee

Lempster, NH

On Tuesday, November 23, 2021 we celebrated your 100th Birthday. Monday morning, November 29, 2021 we had to say good bye. Fly with the angels. Mary (Aldred) MacPhee, born on November 23, 1921 in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada. To her parents Robert L. Aldred and Pearl G. (McKnight) Aldred. Her family moved to South Boston, MA when she was a young child. Later they moved to Boxboro, MA. In 1940 she married Kenneth (Ken) MacPhee they made their home in West Acton, MA, where they had 6 boys and then 1 girl. In 1954 they moved to Boxboro, MA, where she raised her children. Mary worked the 11 pm to 7 am shift at Bradley Sun Manufacturing (a div. of American Can) in Maynard, MA for about 15 years. She then worked for Zero Manufacturing in Southboro, MA. When her children were young she was a 4H leader. She volunteered for a lot of activities that her children were involved in. Mary would make special occasions cakes for people. She had a knack for decorating cakes. She also made jewelry that she gave as gifts. In the mid-seventies she and her husband Ken moved to Lempster, NH, where she lived until going to Sullivan County Health Care. While living in Lempster she worked for Sylvania GTE in Hillsboro, NH. She retired in 1986. After her retirement Mary and her husband Ken spent their winters in Florida with their son Roger and family and the summers at their camp on Long Pond in Lempster, NH. Her son Richard moved to Lempster a short time before Mary’s husband Ken passed away in 1995. Richard made it possible for Mary to stay in her home that she loved, as long as she did. In her retirement she continued doing her crafts that she loved to do and even learned how to cane chairs. She loved knitting and made numerous baby sweaters and adult sweaters. She loved to sew. One year she made Care Bears for all of her grandchildren. She had 17 grandchildren. Mary leaves behind her children: Roger (Sue) of Eustis, FL; John (Judy) of Holliston, MA; Philip (Cheryl) of Maynard, MA; Richard of Lempster, NH and Judith (Cecil) of Bethel, VT; her Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren and Great Great Grandchildren. She was pre-deceased by her husband Kenneth (Ken); son, Kenneth Peter (Pete) and Donald Robert (Buddy). There are no services. There will be a private family burial in the spring in Boxboro, MA. We would like to thank the Sullivan County Health Care staff for all the wonderful care and love Mary was given in her last years. You all have a special place in our hearts. You are invited to share a memory of Mary with the family or leave a message of condolence in the family guest book at www.royfuneralhome.com.

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