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Abstract Paintings & Tribal Masks Exhibition At New Hampshire Antique Co-Op
Now on view through May 31, 2020
Congregational Church Stays Connected
During the suspension of in-person activities in light of the Covid-19 situation, the Congregational Church of Amherst, UCC has a variety of ways for members and others to connect with church programs. This is especially important during April as Holy Week and Easter are on the horizon.
The most up-to-date information about church activities can be found on the church’s website (ccamherst.org) or by calling the church office at 673-3231. Sunday services are broadcast on FacebookLive and recorded for later on-line viewing. Services are followed by a Virtual Fellowship Hour. Links for these and other events can be found on the website.
The church’s Facebook page is another source of information, including updates and video messages from the pastors. Pastors Maureen Frescott and Kate Kennedy are available to provide pastoral care during this time, and the church welcomes community members to connect with this loving, serving, open and affirming community of faith.
Lorraine Alice Hamilton
AMHERST – Lorraine Alice Hamilton of Amherst, New Hampshire, Beach Haven, New Jersey and Rancho Mirage, California died June 14, 2020 from pancreatic cancer at her home in California. She was 73 years old and a participant in the trial of a new cancer drug at NYU Langone in New York City since April 2019. She hoped that results from the trial would improve care for other patients who develop this cancer. She was with her family when she died and was
Donald Richard Haaker
Donald Richard Haaker, 80, born June 2, 1940, son of Carl E Haaker and Jeanne LaRochelle Haaker of Fitchburg, MA, son, brother, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, peacefully passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2020 at Saint Luke’s Hospital in New Bedford, MA.
Don, as he was affectionately referred to by friends, and Dad or Grandpa by family, was a proud veteran, avid fisherman, former business owner, collector of “As Seen On TV” gadgets, and
Obituaries
Frank J. Weber
AMHERST – Frank J. Weber, 89, resident of Amherst, NH died on January 10, 2021 at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Nashua, NH.
He was born in Jamaica, NY on November 22, 1931, a son of Frank S. and Anna (Hitcherich) Weber. He was raised and educated in Indianapolis. Mr. Weber made his home in Amherst for the past 45 years and formerly lived in New Jersey.
He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Physics from Purdue University and his
Master’s degree from New Jersey Institute of Technology in Electrical Engineering.
Mr. Weber had been employed as Executive Vice President for Merrimac Industries, West Caldwell, NJ for many years. He was also employed as Eastern Regional Sales Manager at Anzac Division of Adams Russell in Waltham, MA and Director of Engineering for Tech Resources Inc. of Milford, NH.
He enjoyed woodworking, gardening and photographing lighthouses. In addition, he was a member of Ash Street Photography Group, Hooksett, NH, the Milford Rotary Club and a communicant of St. Patrick’s Church, Milford.
Mr. Weber was a U.S. Marine Corp veteran of the Korean War and was honorably discharged in 1951 with the rank of Corporal.
He was predeceased by his brother, Edward M. Weber; and his former wife, Lois (Witte) Weber.
Family members include his wife of 29 years, Nora V. (Gionfriddo) Weber of Amherst, NH; three daughters, Mary Ellen Compagna and her husband, Andre Compagna, Jr. of New Boston, NH, Beth Ann San Martino of New Boston, NH, Kathleen Weber of Nashua, NH; a son and daughter-in-law, Stephen and Catherine Weber of East Greenwich, RI; seven grandchildren, Joseph Compagna, Michael and LeAnna Compagna all of VT, Nicholas and Chelsea San Martino, Henry Weber, and Elizabeth Weber all of RI, Marie and Michael Martell, Bethanie and Daniel Grenier all of ME; and eight great grandchildren. He is also survived by four stepchildren: Thomas and Antoinette Karadenes, Deanne and Thomas Miranda, and Nancy Karadenes of Long Island and John and Karen Karadenes of Saratoga Springs, NY and five step grandchildren; Alexa, Emma, Kayla, Christopher and Brendan Karadenes.
Funeral services will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to The Plus Company, 19 Chestnut Street, Nashua, NH 03060. Arrangements are in the care of Smith & Heald Funeral Home, 63 Elm Street, Milford. To share a memory or offer a condolence, please go to www.smith-heald.com
Joanne Crane Head
PETERBOROUGH – Joanne C. Head, 90, resident of Peterborough, NH died January 1, 2021 at her home.
She was born in Buffalo, NY on September 28, 1930, a daughter of Louis S. and Ruth Crane. Joanne was raised and educated in New York and graduated from Connecticut College for Women and earned her Master’s degree from Antioch College.
Before moving to Peterborough she had lived in Amherst, NH for many years.
Joanne was a New Hampshire State Representative from 1977 -1985 and served on several committees, including the Committee on Labor, Human Resources & Rehabilitation, Appropriations and Health & Welfare. She was chairman of the Hillsborough County Republican Committee from 1986-1989. Joanne was a member of the NH Medical Malpractice JUA, Milford Area AAUW, Milford Area League of Women Voters, and the Amherst Republican Women’s Club. In addition, while living in New York, she received the Theodore Roosevelt Award in 1968, which recognizes individuals for their outstanding voluntary contributions at community hospitals throughout Long Island.
She was an avid skier & tennis player and loved to reminisce about her ballet dancing and singing in her younger years.
Joanne was predeceased by her husband of 70 years, Thomas F. Head III, who died in 2019.
Family members include her son and daughter-in-law, Thomas F. Head IV and Joanne B. Head of Amherst, NH; her grandson, Thomas F. Head V and his wife, Ashley J. Head of Brookline, NH; two great grandchildren, Caden T. Head and Courtney A. Head; and her sister, Joy Thorton-Walter of Champaign, IL.
A celebration of her life will be held privately at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the charity of one’s choice. Arrangements are in the care of Smith & Heald Funeral Home, 63 Elm Street, Milford. To share a memory or offer a condolence, please go to www.smith-heald.com