William Oscar Clark, son of Oscar Earl Clark of Greensburg and the late Ann Whittlesey Clark, was born on February 24, 1967, in New Hampshire, and passed away on Monday, October 16, 2023, at his home. He was 56 years of age. Will loved camping at Pine Haven in the summer most of his life. […]
We are lucky to live in a small town
I grew up in a small town. Looking back now, I realize how incredibly lucky I was to experience neighbors waving to neighbors, knowing the guy behind the deli counter was also Johnny, the guy who drove your school bus, and people coming together in a crisis. It’s time to come together now. Jenny Bodwell […]
Gail Fitzpatrick, 72, a longtime resident of East Andover, died peacefully in her home on September 19, after a six-year battle with ovarian cancer. Gail was born March 9, 1951, in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, daughter of James and Doris (Fredette) Fitzpatrick. She lived in Westminster and Fitchburg, where she attended Oakmont Regional High School and graduated […]
Sally Humphreys Nicoll, 90, of Concord, New Hampshire, passed away quickly and peacefully on August 29, 2023, at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital in Concord. In the days prior to her passing she had been visited by all her immediate family, including her two children, three grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. Sally was born on December 2, […]
(Editor’s Note: As Beacon readers may have noticed, this is one of six “Andover memory” articles to have appeared in the paper since June. We invite other readers, particularly longtime area residents, to share their recollections of life in this small corner of the world. Simply send your memory to Articles@nullAndoverBeacon.com. Photos are also welcome. […]
In loving memory of our mom, Sharon Waldo. God received another angel and the best caregiver ever. Sharon was born and lived in Andover most of her adult life before moving to Boscawen, where she passed peacefully at home surrounded by her family on August 3, 2023. Sharon worked at New London Hospital and at […]
Kelly (South) Chaplain died peacefully at home in Andover, in her beloved husband’s arms and with family by her side, after a four-year battle with cancer, on August 2, at the age of 57. Kelly was born in Portsmouth on July 19, 1966. After her mother died, she was raised by her father and sister […]
Richard Wyse Dutton, age 91, died on August 8, 2023. Dick transcends simple characterization. “Wyse” seems apt. Youthful also fits. While possessing a spirit not tethered to this world, Dick made unbounded efforts to do worldly good. He worked diligently for peace, justice, and to respect diversity. He connected and built bridges between people. As […]
Mentor Principal Stickney made a difference
He has lived in Danbury all of his 85 years. Anyone who knows anyone would know Andy Phelps. There were generations of Phelps that lived in Danbury before him, and there are still generations of Phelps living in Danbury today. His dad was a farmer and logger. Andy expected to follow in his father’s footsteps […]