(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 […]
Richard Scott Danforth sailed away on July 10, 2023, after a fierce fight with cancer. His wife, Caroline Gross Danforth was his sole concern, love of his life, best friend, joy of his morning and headliner in his dreams. Her love is endless and enduring and a great comfort to Scott. Caroline was selfless in […]
Paul Sears was born on May 19, 1947 and passed away on July 8, 2023. He was a resident of Andover, NH. Published by Cremation Society of New Hampshire – Boscawen on Jul. 12, 2023.
As written by Walter himself, we share this obituary. Walter Willis Walker, of Wilmot, born on October 18, 1930, at New London Hospital, with two other boys at the same time, died on July 15, 2023, at Mountain Ridge Center in Franklin. He outlived Bill and Raymond! Walter spent all of his time at his […]
Loring Oakley Ford “Spunk” died unexpectedly in his home on Friday, June 23, 2023 in Potter Place, NH at the age of 74. Spunk was born on November 16, 1948 in New London, NH to Leslie and Dorothy Ford. He graduated from New London High School in 1967 and enlisted in the United States Army […]
The city's actual name is Vormatia
This city was founded in 14 BC and is known as Vormatia, which is Latin and means settlement in a wet area due to the city being located on the banks of the Rhein. The letter v in German is pronounced as the w in English, and the name eventually evolved to Worms. Ironically, the […]