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Raymond J. Kilton

From the July 7, 2003 issue of The Country Chronicle

Canaan, NH–Raymond J. Kilton, 91, died Sunday June 29, 2003 at the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, NH. He was born in Warner, NH May 15, 1912, a son of the late James & Inez (Robie) Kilton. An area resident for most of his life, he was married to Vivian (Kimton) in 1972. He had worked in the housekeeping dept. at Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital in Hanover, NH prior to his retirement. He had also worked at the Baltic Mills in Enfield, NH.

Mr. Kilton was predeceased by a brother: Leo Kilton; and a sister: Mary Buzzell.

Survivors include his wife Vivian of Canaan, NH; a son: Roy Kilton of Canaan, NH; a daughter: Kathleen Veilleux of Las Vegas, NV; 2 brothers: Roger Kilton and Burns Kilton both of Canaan, NH; a sister: Marion Bocash of Enfield, NH; 3 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Private services will be conducted at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: The American Heart Assoc., 200 Merrimack St., Ste 1, Manchester, NH 03101-2244 or to a charity of one’s choice.

The Ricker Funeral Homes of Lebanon & Enfield were in charge of arrangements.

Muriel E. Stewart

From the July 7, 2003 issue of The Country Chronicle

Grafton, NH–Muriel Eileen “Gang” Stewart, 80, died Wednesday July 2, 2003 at her home in Grafton. She was born August 7, 1922, a daughter of the late Elsie (Wallace) and James Stewart in their home in Enfield, NH and graduated from Enfield High School. She was employed as a medical secretary at the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Hanover and also worked at information services at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon before her retirement after 40 years of service. She had also worked per diem at the Holiday Inn Express in Lebanon, NH.

She was predeceased by her parents and 3 brothers.

Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law: Priscilla & Bruce Baravalle of Grafton, NH; 2 grandsons and their wives: Todd & Karen Baravalle and Keith and Birdie Baravalle all of Grafton, NH; 3 sisters: Mary Munn of W. Lebanon, NH, Irene Davis and Elsie Belden both of Keene, NH; 1 brother; several nieces and nephews; and many dear friends.

Friends may call at the Ricker Funeral Home, 433 US Rte 4, in Enfield, NH, Sunday evening from 6-8 pm. Funeral services will be conducted Monday July 7 at 1 pm in the funeral home with burial to follow in the Pine Grove Cemetery in Grafton, NH.

Memorial contributions in memory of Mrs. Stewart may be made to: The Canaan Police Benevolent Assoc., PO Box 38, Canaan, NH 03741.

Arrangements were under the direction of the Ricker Funeral Homes of Lebanon & Enfield, NH.

Helen M. Brown

From the January 20, 2003 issue of The Country Chronicle

Canaan, NH–Helen M. Brown, 97, died Saturday evening, December 14, 2002 at the Hanover Terrace Healthcare Center in Hanover, NH. She was born in Haverhill, NH January 18, 1905, a daughter of the late William G. and Prudence (Pelton) Wetherbee. A Canaan resident since 1928, she was married May 1, 1930 to Walter R. Brown. She was a former member of the Rebekahs and the Pithian Sisters. She enjoyed embroidery, crocheting, cooking and crosswords. She loved taking care of her family and would also help neighbors and the elderly.

She was predeceased by her husband Walter R. Brown in 1981; a daughter Doreen Raynor in 1980; a son Harris Brown in 1940; three sisters and two brothers.

Survivors include three daughters: Pauline Shaffer of Clinton, IL; Colleen Neily of West Canaan, NH; and Virginia Jalbert of Grafton, NH. Two sons: Gordon Brown Jr. and Roy Brown both of Enfield, NH; ten grandchildren; fifteen great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Private services will be conducted at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in the spring in the Canaan Street Cemetery in Canaan, NH.

The family suggests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to David’s House, PO Box 600, Lebanon, NH 03766.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Ricker Funeral Homes & Crematory of Lebanon and Enfield.

Marguerite S. Shuttleworth

From the February 17, 2003 issue of The Country Chronicle

Canaan, NH–Marguerite Sarah Shuttleworth, 81, died Tuesday morning February 12, 2003 at the Hanover Hill Nursing Home in Manchester, NH. She was born in Hinsdale, NH June 17, 1921, a daughter of the late Mildred (Welch) and Patrick J. Coyle. A resident of Canaan for most of her life, she was an active member of the community. She was a former member of the Grange, the Canaan Methodist Church and the Ladies Aid Society. She was also an active member and held various offices in the Order of the Eastern Star for over 50 years. She was married to Harold E. Shuttleworth who died June 17, 1985.

Survivors include a daughter: Louise H. Perrier of Candia, NH; a son: William A. Shuttleworth of Fair Haven, NJ; a sister: Harriet Bean of Allenstown, NH; 2 brothers: Richard Munn of Deerfield, MA and David Munn of West Lebanon, NH; 6 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

There will be no calling hours. A Memorial Service will be held Tuesday February 18 at 1:00 pm in the Canaan United Methodist Church with the Rev. Patricia Williams officiating. Burial will be at a later date in the Wells Cemetery in Canaan, NH.

The family suggests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to: The American Diabetes Assoc., PO Box 2680, North Canto, OH 44720 or to: Shriners Hospital for Crippled Children, 516 Carew St., Springfield, MA 01104. Arrangements are under the direction of the Ricker Funeral Home of Enfield, NH.

Emile I. Chouinard

From the February 17, 2003 issue of The Country Chronicle

West Lebanon, NH–Emile Joseph Chouinard, 91, died Wednesday February 12, 2003 at the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, NH. He was born in Enfield, NH June 30, 1911, a son of the late Joseph and Dora (DeCato) Chouinard. He had worked many years in several area woolen mills including the Baltic Mills in Enfield. He had also been employed by B&M Railroad, and by the Hanover Inn in Hanover, NH where he retired in 1977 as a carpenter. He was a member of St. Helena’s Parish of Enfield, the Knights of Columbus and the 50 Plus Club. Mr. Chouinard was a very active participant in Enfield community affairs. He was a regular attendee of Town Meetings, had served as a volunteer firefighter for many years and was an active member of the Enfield Historical Society. He had been a lifelong Enfield resident until moving to the Quail Hollow community in West Lebanon 3 years ago.

He was predeceased by an infant daughter Edna; a brother Edward Chouinard and a sister Arlene Chouinard both of Enfield. Survivors include his wife: Victoria (Godin) Chouinard of West Lebanon, NH; a son: Robert Chouinard of Lake Jackson, TX; a daughter and son-in-law: Joan and Jim Houghton of Chester, VT; a sister: Rena Perkins of Concord, NH; 5 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren (and expecting another in May).

There will be no calling hours. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday morning Feb. 14 at 10:00 am in St. Helena’s Church in Enfield, NH. Burial will be at a later date in the Oak Grove Cemetery in Enfield.

The family suggests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to the Palliative Care Program at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Attn: Michele Clark, Office of Development, 1 Medical Center Dr., Lebanon, NH 03756.

The Ricker Funeral Home of Enfield is in charge of arrangements.

Kenneth “Pete” Peterson

From the February 24, 2003 issue of The Country Chronicle

Enfield, NH–Kenneth “Pete” Peterson, 71, died Saturday, February 15, 2003 at the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, NH. He was born in Morrisville, PA May 8, 1931, a son of the late George and Hazel (Bickel) Peterson Jr. He grew up in Pennsylvania and served in the U.S. Army during WWII. On July 25, 1966 he was married to Shirley Chase in Maryland. They made their home in Enfield Center following their marriage. He was employed as a tractor trailer driver for Daniel’s Transportation on a mail route. He also had worked at Ward Baking-Tip Top Bakery in White River Jct., VT and for St. Johnsbury Trucking. He later worked at Dartmouth College retiring from there in 1990. He enjoyed the outdoors, camping with his family and was an avid fisherman.

He was predeceased by a brother: Lou Peterson; and 4 sisters: Mary Jane Peterson, Mary Ann Peterson, Ethel Peterson and Elizabeth Peterson.

He leaves his wife: Shirley Peterson of Enfield Center, NH; 6 children: Diana McDonald of NJ, Lorraine Byard of NJ, Claire Brown of CA, “Peanut” Gray of West Lebanon, NH, Joseph Peterson Sr. of Sarasota, FL and Katrina Durkee of Thetford, VT; a sister: Adeline Pone of Bristol, PA; a brother: Ralph Peterson of Dade City, FL; 10 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Friends may call at the Ricker Funeral Home, 56 School St. in Lebanon, NH Wednesday evening from 6-9 pm. Funeral services will be conducted Thursday morning at 10 am in the funeral home with the Rev. Thomas Warner officiating. Burial will be at a later date in the Lakeview Cemetery in Enfield, NH.

Thomas W. Nylund

From the March 17, 2003 issue of The Country Chronicle

Enfield, NH–Thomas W. Nylund, 53, of Enfield, died Thursday, March 13, 2003 at the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, NH following a long illness.

He was born in Framingham, MA on June 29,1949, a son of Walter and Louise (Story) Nylund. He grew up in Wyland, MA and graduated from Wayland High School where he was an All State Football player and held a track and field team shot-put record. He later attended Bridgton Maine Academy and the University of Massachusetts where he played football. He was employed by Mailman Construction in Wayland as a heavy equipment operator for several years. He was married to Helen F. Palmer on April 24, 1976. They moved to Enfield in 1977. After moving to the Upper Valley he was employed by Moulton Construction and United Construction before starting Nylund Building Contractors, Inc. with his brother, Mark in 1984. He worked with the company until he became ill in August 2002.

He loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing, Jeeping in his antique CJ-5 Jeep. He would be remembered for the practical jokes he played on a regular basis and his sense of humor. He was a member of the Enfield Outing Club, NRA, Enfield Lions Club, where he served on the Board of Directors, Jay Cee’s in Lebanon, NH Water Ski Assoc., American Water Ski Assoc., and was active at LaSalette Shrine in Enfield, where he was rebuilding a stone wall before his illness. He was a Little League Coach and played on the Enfield Co-Ed Softball League.

He was predeceased by a daughter, Sarah Elizabeth Nyland, on May 9, 1997.

He is survived by his parents, Walter and Louise Nylund of Enfield; a son, Brian Nylund of Georgetown, TX; a granddaughter, Lily Frances Nylund of Georgetown, TX; two sisters, Nancy Corrette of Lyme and Linda Nylund Saada of Wellesley, MA; a brother, Mark Nylund of Canaan; many nieces and nephews.

Friends may call on Sunday evening from 7-9 at the Ricker Funeral Home, 56 School St. in Lebanon. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday at 11 am at the LaSalette Shrine Chapel, Rte 4-A in Enfield.

Ricker Funeral Homes & Crematory in Lebanon is in charge of arrangements.

Marjorie C. Grace

From the March 24, 2003 issue of The Country Chronicle

Lebanon, NH–Marjorie C. Grace, 55, died Sunday, March 16, 2003 at her home in Lebanon, NH following a long illness. She was born in Hanover, NH August 14, 1947, a daughter of Frederick and Evelyn (Wheeler) Charbono. A resident of the Upper Valley all of her life, she was a graduate of Mascoma Valley Regional High School. For many years she was employed by Whitman Communications. She enjoyed cats and spending time with her grandchildren.

Survivors include 2 daughters: Velvet Grace of Canaan, NH and Stacia Hall of Virginia Beach, VA; 3 brothers: Lawrence Charbono of Enfield, Stanley Charbono and Ronald Charbono both of Sun City, AZ; 2 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by a sister: Jacqueline O’Donnell.

Friends called at the Ricker Funeral Home, 56 School St. in Lebanon, NH Thursday evening from 7-9. A memorial service was held in the funeral home Friday morning at 11.

Carl J. Laurie Sr.

From the March 24, 2003 issue of The Country Chronicle

East Plainfield, NH–Carl Joseph Laurie Sr., 88, died Wednesday morning March 19, 2003 at the Veteran’s Affairs Hospital in White River Jct., VT following a long illness. He was born in Strafford, VT October 18, 1914, a son of the late David & Belle Rose (Raymo) Laurie. He lived in Norwich, VT and attended schools there. He was a veteran of the US Army Medical corps during WWII and served in the Philippines and Luzon Island. He was the recipient of the Good Conduct Medal, the Asiatic Pacific Theater Campaign Ribbon, the Philippine Liberation Ribbon with 1 Bronze Service Star, and the Victory Medal. He lost his only brother in the infantry also on Luzon Island. On September 27, 1947 he was married to Louise (Tolbert) and had 5 children. Carl and Louise spent their entire married life in the Upper Valley of NH and since 1991 had made their home with their daughter and son-in-law in East Plainfield, NH. Carl had worked a various jobs in the Upper Valley. Most recently he had been employed at the Windsor (VT) Foundry. He had retired from the E. Cummings Leather Co. after more than 20 years of service.

He was predeceased by a sister Mabel Quimby and a brother Eli P. Laurie. Survivors include his wife Louise of East Plainfield; a daughter Betty Dellabough of East Plainfield; 4 sons: Carl J. Laurie Jr. of Concord, NH, Edward A. Laurie of Enfield, NH, Raymond E. Laurie and Gary W. Laurie both of Lebanon, NH; a sister, Rose Coleman of Lebanon, NH; a granddaughter, Jolene Laurie of Lebanon, NH; 4 grandsons: Jeffery Dellabough of Lebanon, NH, Corey Dellabough of Wilder, VT, Jonathan Laurie of Denver, CO and William Buckwold of Lebanon, NH; 2 great-grandaughters: Kimberly Dellabough and Danielle Welch both of Hartland, VT; 2 great-grandsons: Cody and Brandon Dellabough of Wilder, VT; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends called at the Ricker Funeral Home, 56 School St., in Lebanon, NH Thursday evening from 7-9. Funeral services were conducted Friday afternoon at 2 pm in the funeral home with Rev. Dale Edwards officiating. Burial with Military Honors will be in the East Plainfield Cemetery.

Memorial contributions in memory of Carl may be made to: The Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center, 215 N. Main St., White River Jct., VT 05009.

Lester S. Grant

From the January 13, 2003 issue of The Country Chronicle

Lebanon, NH–Lester S. Grant, 86, died Sunday, January 5, 2003 at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center.

He was born in Hartford, VT on July 20, 1916, a son of R. Edwin and Harriet M. (Stevens) Grant, and attended school in Wilder, VT. A veteran of WWII, he served in the Army from 1940-1945. On July 23, 1941 he was married to Alice Martin in Chicopee, MA.

He lived in Wilder and was a surgical technician at the Veterans Affair Hospital in White River Jct and Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital in Hanover until his retirement in 1973. He lived in Morgan, VT from 1975 until he returned to Wilder in 1995. He had lived in Lebanon for the past five years.

He was predeceased by a daughter, Barbara Peters; two brothers, Ray and Chester Grant; and three sisters, Lydia Slocum, Ruth Gray and Anna Ricker. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Patricia Clough of Vernon, VT; two sons, Daniel Grant of Enfield and Paul Grant of Lebanon; nine grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; several great-great-grandchildren; a brother, Allyn Grant of Sun City, CA; two sisters, Harriet LaBelle and Ramona Welch, both of Wilder; and many nieces and nephews.

Calling hours were held Wednesday from 6-8 pm at Knight Funeral Home in White River Jct. A funeral service was held Thursday at 11 am at the funeral home. Burial will be in the spring at the Christian Street Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Norris Cotton Cancer Center, 1 Medical Center Dr., Lebanon, NH 03756.