Stringer Funeral Homes Inc. & Crematorium, 146 Broad Street, Claremont, NH (2026)

03/17/2026

With a heavy heart we announce the passing of Martha “Marti” Collins Beagan who departed to join the Lord on Saturday, March 14, 2026.
Marti was born on September 17, 1943, in Laconia, NH to Helena and Lawrence Collins. She spent her early years living on Smith Hill Road in Franklin, NH, with her family before moving to North Charlestown, NH, in 1946.
She attended school at St. Mary’s in Claremont and graduated in 1961. Briefly attending Northeastern University in Boston, she returned to Claremont and was employed by the Joy Manufacturing Company. Later in life, she would return to her studies and earn a degree in finance from New Hampshire College.
While employed at Joy, she met and married a young engineer named Michael Beagan and together they raised two children, Alan and Julie in Claremont.
Marti was a devout Catholic who faithfully embraced strong Christian values. She was a member of St. Mary’s Parish in Claremont where she established a lifelong and close-knit group of friends whom she enjoyed socializing with at prayer meetings, church functions, and after Mass on Sundays.
Marti had a kind, outgoing personality and made a lasting impression on anyone she interacted with. She was very family-oriented and supportive of them, enjoying reunions and participating in their activities energetically. She gave many clients sound financial advice while employed at Charter One Trust as a financial advisor before her retirement. Marti was an avid golfer and could be found on the greens of the Claremont Country Club from early spring to late fall. Her other hobbies included gardening, pets, collecting and researching genealogy, discussing history, reading, and taking in a good movie. In her younger years, she enjoyed auto racing and horseback riding.
Marti was predeceased by her parents, Lawrence Collins (1904-1984), Helena Collins (1906-1987), her husband, Michael (1929-2018), her daughter, Julie and her brother, Daniel (1934-2007)
Family survivors include a son, Alan of Brewster, MA; granddaughter, Kathryne Beagan of Saugus, MA; granddaughter, Stephanie Fromont of WA; granddaughter, Stacy Kenefic of WA; grandson, Scott Cockerell also of WA, along with 5 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. Her nephews, Larry Collins of Claremont, NH, David Collins, of Claremont, NH, Daniel Collins II, of Windsor, VT, Lucas Collins, of Windsor, VT, William Johnson, of Claremont, NH, Cullen Neathawk, of Claremont, NH. Surviving nieces include, Leslie Collins of Claremont, NH Amanda Johnson of Claremont, NH Daielle Spaulding of Claremont, NH, Miriam Collins, of Windsor, VT and Penelope Collins of Windsor VT. Marti also has several cousins across New England in the Worcester, MA and Burlington, VT regions.
Your family loves and misses you Marti and we grieve your loss terribly, but will take comfort and rejoice that you have found eternal life and peace in the presence of the Lord you so faithfully served. Godspeed and safe journey, Marti.
May the road rise up to meet you. May the wind be always at your back. May the sun shine upon your face, the rains fall softly upon you fields, and until wee meet again, May God hold you in the Palm of his hand. God Bless You, Rest in Peace
Visiting hours will be held at the Stringer Funeral Home, 146 Broad Street in Claremont, NH on Sunday afternoon, March 22nd from 4 to 6PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday morning, March 23rd at St. Joseph Catholic Church at 10:30 AM followed by refreshments served downstairs in the church hall. Burial will be held at 2PM at the NH State Veterans Cemetery in Boscawen, NH next to her husband.

03/17/2026

Joseph Henry Simoneau, born April 18, 1945, passed on after a long hard-fought battle with cancer on March 14, 2026 at 80 years young. He was predeceased by his parents, Ivan Simoneau and Leona Laforest, and by three brothers and three sisters. He is survived by one sister, Joanne Greenwood of Charlestown, NH. His daughter Heidi Butkus, his two grandchildren, Ally Simoneau and Rohan Simoneau, all of Claremont NH, and 28 nieces and nephews.
Joe had a very full life, had a fierce love for his family, and enjoyed being outdoors with nature.
Though he is remembered by most as a logger, his life also saw him doing such things a welding in the shipyards, being a carnie, working on farms and about a dozen other things in between.
He was an avid fisherman, boatsman, hunter, gardener and lover of wildlife.
Joe was the kind of man that would give you the shirt off his back. He was a treasured father, and a beloved Bumpa.
Visiting hours will be held at the Stringer Funeral Home, 146 Broad Street in Claremont, NH on Saturday, March 21st from Noon to 1:30PM. A graveside service will follow at Mountain View Cemetery at 2PM.

03/16/2026

Bradley Merrill Weeks, 78, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on March 20, 1948, in Claremont, New Hampshire.

He grew up in Charlestown, New Hampshire; graduated from Charlestown High School, Class of 1966. Shortly, after graduating, he was drafted into the Navy, serving in the Vietnam War. After coming home, he managed several retail stores in New Hampshire. In 1971, Bradley married the love of his life, Evelyn. They resided in Derry, New Hampshire where they had their first child. Bradley continued to manage retail stores like Grants and Ames in both St. Albans and St. Johnsbury, Vermont. He began selling radio advertising at a local radio station in St. Albans, Vermont. He added to his family by having two more children. Bradley fell in love with radio and had the dream of owning his own radio station someday. So, he acted on that dream by buying WBFL (Bradley Broadcasting) and relocating the whole family to Bellows Falls, Vermont. Bradley felt at ease living closer to his mother in Charlestown, New Hampshire. He owned and managed the radio station but later decided to move on from radio. For a short time, he sold health insurance, worked for the Eagle Times, Ford Truck Company, and even managed the local Ace Hardware Store. Bradley was such an integral part of the community as everyone knew him living there. He soon accepted the position of Recreation Director for the Town of Rockingham, where he contributed his own time, dedication, skills, and resources to help build a new Recreation Center for the children and people of Bellows Falls. He made strong connections and was deeply rooted within his community. He retired shortly after but remained in Bellows Falls. After his cancer diagnosis, he decided to move back to northern Vermont to be closer to family. “A Full Circle!”

Bradley is survived by his devoted wife of over 50 years, Evelyn Weeks; his three children, Kelly Bennis and her husband, Richard of Long Island, NY; Heather Detch and her husband, Michael of Williston, Vermont; Nathan Weeks and his wife, Rachel of Plymouth, New Hampshire; six cherished grandchildren, and two sisters, Ann Pearson, and her husband, Dr. Richard Pearson of Fayetteville, NY; and Nancy Pomer of Burlington, NC. He was preceded in death by his parents, Merrill and Ruth Weeks; and sister, Karen Scida.

Bradley will be remembered for his love of family and friends. He had a passion for the game of golf, playing whenever he got a chance. He was an active member of the Bellows Falls Country Club. He enjoyed watching the Boston Red Sox play and celebrating his favorite football team winning the 2026 Super Bowl Championship, the Seattle Seahawks.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that donations be made in Bradley Weeks’ memory to the Bellows Falls Recreation Department, PO Box 370 Bellows Falls, Vermont 05101.

03/16/2026

Carolyn A. Maranville passed away peacefully on March 3, 2026 at Valley Regional Hospital after a period of failing health weeks shy of her 84th birthday. Carolyn was born March 25, 1942 in Claremont, NH, the daughter of Leo Sr. and Harriet Lawrence.

Carolyn was predeceased by her husband A-J who passed in October 2025 as well as her two brothers Leo and Albert Lawrence. She is survived by her son A-J Maranville III of Claremont and daughter Julie Maranville of Arlington, Ma as well as her three beloved grandchildren Dylan, Kendall and Crew as well as many nieces and nephews.

She attended Stevens High School and graduated in 1960 and very much looked forward to her Alumni class reunions. She attended Bryant College in Providence. R.I graduating in 1964. Retuning to Claremont she worked until she was 79 for the Insurance Center formerly known as the Robert Michaud Insurance Agency which later became known as the Michaud and Sammon Insurance Center.

Carolyn was a proud grandmother and looked forward to spending time with her 3 grandchildren. They loved spending their time in NH outside getting into everything possible. She also greatly looked forward to her "Girls Nights" spending endless hours with her close friends Gloria, Irene and Arlene, the Golden Girls. She was an avid gardener and loved planting and maintaining her enormous flower gardens.

Per her family's wishes there will be no service at this time. A celebration will be held at a later date for both Carolyn and A-J Jr.

03/14/2026

William J. Bernier was born in Athol, Massachusetts, on Tuesday, February 3, 1942, and he passed away at Sullivan County Nursing Home on Friday 03/13/2026 at 4:24 AM.

Bill is survived by his partner for 21 years, Nancy Evans, who lives in Inverness, Florida.

Bill is survived by 3 children. Two daughters and one son.

Bill lived in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Florida.

Bill, a man of many talents, worked in various fields and was always eager to lend a helping hand to anyone. Bill enjoyed many hobbies and sports during his lifetime and will be deeply missed by Nancy, her large family, and many friends.

03/12/2026

Richard “Dick” Hull of Cornish, New Hampshire, passed away peacefully at home on the morning of March 7, 2026, surrounded by the comfort of the home he loved so deeply. He was 82 years old and just days shy of his 83rd birthday.
Dick was born on March 13, 1943, in Claremont, New Hampshire, the youngest of three sons born to Dorothy (Little) Hull and Herbert Hull. He grew up in Claremont, where he developed the strong work ethic, quiet kindness, and steady character that would define him throughout his life.
On July 15, 1967, Dick married the love of his life, Pierrette “Penny” (Routhier) Hull. Together they shared 58 years of marriage, building a life filled with love, and countless memories with family and friends. Whether they were line dancing together or simply enjoying time at home, Penny was always by his side.
Dick graduated from Stevens High School with the Class of 1962 and went on to attend Bryant College and the New Hampshire Technical Vocational College, where he earned a degree in electrical engineering. His career began as a draftsman with Cone-Blanchard Company. Over the years, he worked with Twin State Electric, Coughlin Electric, and Eaton Cutler-Hammer as an Electrical Sales Engineer, where his knowledge, dedication, and friendly nature earned him the respect of colleagues and customers alike.
Dick also proudly served his country in the New Hampshire National Guard for seven years during the mid to late 1960s. In 1971, he answered another call to service when he joined the Claremont Fire Department’s Ladder Company. He served the community he loved for 25 years, rising to the rank of lieutenant in 1978 before retiring in 1996. Being part of the department was something he took great pride in.
Those who knew Dick knew he had a gift for fixing just about anything. A true “jack of all trades,” he was often the person family turned to when something needed repairing. From restoring his Triumph Spitfire in his younger years to building intricate model airplanes he loved to fly, Dick found joy in working with his hands. He was also an enthusiastic model train collector and enjoyed spending time in his workshop doing woodworking projects.
Music was another lifelong passion. Dick played the organ and keyboard and had an impressive collection of reel-to-reel tapes and tape decks. His music room was something special, filled with equipment, recordings, and the sounds of music he loved. While he appreciated many styles, country music was always his favorite.
Dick enjoyed being active and making memories with the people he loved. As a young man, he worked as a ski patrolman and remained an avid skier. He and Penny spent many happy evenings line dancing with friends. Summers often meant family camping trips in Maine, a tradition that brought everyone together and created lasting memories year after year.
Later in life, some of Dick’s greatest happiness came from his role as a grandfather. He rarely missed an opportunity to attend his grandchildren’s school events and activities. He was incredibly proud of them and loved sharing their accomplishments with anyone who would listen.
Dick was predeceased by his beloved daughter, Kimberly (Hull) Giordano; his brothers, Harman Hull and Robert Hull; and his parents, Dorothy and Herbert Hull.
He leaves behind the family he cherished so deeply: his loving wife, Pierrette “Penny” Hull of Cornish, NH; his daughter Lori (Hull) Eagan and her husband Tom Eagan Jr. of Claremont, NH; and their children Nicholas Eagan of Biddeford, ME and his partner Emma, Matthew Eagan of Claremont, NH and his girlfriend Sophia, and Lilyanna Eagan of Claremont, NH.
He is also survived by Kimberly’s children, Michael Giordano of Tampa, FL, and Jack Giordano of San Diego, CA, along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends who will remember him with love.
Calling hours for Dick will be held on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Stringer Funeral Home, 146 Broad Street, Claremont, NH. A service of remembrance will follow at 4:00 p.m., with a reception afterward at the Claremont Senior Center, 5 Acer Heights Road, Claremont, NH.
In lieu of flowers, Dick’s family asks that donations in his memory be made to the Cornish Volunteer Fire Department or the Cornish Rescue Squad, PO Box 235 Cornish Flat, NH 03746.
Dick will be remembered for his gentle nature, his willingness to lend a hand, his deep love of family, and the quiet way he made the lives of those around him better. His presence will be deeply missed, but the memories he leaves behind will be treasured always.

03/12/2026

Vickie Coffran, a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister and grandmother passed away unexpectedly after a sudden illness at her home on March 10, 2026, at the age of 66. Vickie was born in Claremont, New Hampshire on September 3, 1959, to Louis and Carol Lemieux.
In 1987, Vickie married the love of her life, Lynn Coffran, with whom she shared a beautiful journey of nearly 46 years. Together, they built a life filled with laughter, love, and cherished memories. They had their daughter, Kayla Coffran, in 1990, who brought immense joy and pride to Vickie's life. Vickie's heart expanded further with the birth of her granddaughter, Eleanor in 2018, to whom she devoted much of her love and time.
Throughout her life, she held various jobs, always valuing the experiences and connections she made with others. Her warmth, humor, and engaging nature left a lasting impression on everyone she met. Vickie had a natural ability to make people feel at ease, and her conversations were often filled with laughter and joy. Vickie acted as a mother figure to all her daughter's friends, and she always made sure everyone felt welcome.
One of Vickie's greatest passions was shopping. She enjoyed the thrill of finding a good sale and often returned home with treasures purchased simply because they were too good to pass up. Her home was a testament to her love of decorating, especially during the holidays when she transformed her home into festive displays that brought joy to all who visited.
Family vacations to Maine by the ocean were a cherished tradition for Vickie. She loved the ocean and the time spent with her loved ones, creating memories that would be treasured forever. Yard sale season was another highlight of the year for Vickie, who took great pride in hosting sales at her home and looking for treasures at local sales.
Vickie was a devoted and hardworking individual, always keeping herself busy with tasks that brought joy to her and those around her. Her caring nature and dedication to her family were evident in all that she did. She was a constant source of strength and support, and her legacy of love and kindness will live on in the hearts of those she touched.
She is survived by her devoted husband, Lynn Coffran; her loving mother, Carol Lemieux; her cherished daughter, Kayla Coffran; her sister, Shelly Lemieux; and her beloved granddaughter, Eleanor Stribling. She was predeceased by her father, Louis Lemieux, whom she missed dearly.
Though Vickie's time with us was cut unexpectedly short, her love will continue to shine brightly in the lives of her family and friends. As we remember her, we are reminded of the joy she brought into our lives and the love she shared so freely.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made in Vickie's memory to the Claremont Sugar River Rotary Club, PO Box 501, Claremont, NH 03743. Her daughter, Kayla, who currently serves as president of the club—a role that brought Vickie great pride.
Visiting hours will be held Sunday March 22nd from 12 to 2pm at the Stringer Funeral Home, 146 Broad Street, Claremont, NH.
A celebration of life will be held Sunday March 22nd at 2:30- 530pm at the Claremont Senior Center 5 Acer Heights Rd, Claremont, NH.

03/12/2026

Howard A. Bowie Jr., 78, of Charlestown, NH passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home on February 28, 2026.

He was born on February 15, 1948, and was raised in Weare, New Hampshire. Howard later spent 45 years living in Claremont, New Hampshire before eventually making his home in Charlestown, New Hampshire.

Howard was a very tall, big man whose personality was just as large as his physical presence. Known to many as “Bo” or “Huggie,” he had a way of leaving a lasting impression on everyone he met.

Howard was predeceased by his parents, Howard
A. Bowie and Margaret (Bowie) Coles (née Kimball), and by his beloved wife of 50 years, Norma “Chicky” A. (Ferland) Bowie.

He is survived by his two children, Howard A. Bowie III and Sara J. (Bowie) Svendsen; and by his two cherished grandchildren, Eleanor Bowie and Anthony Boyens.

Throughout his life, Howard worked in several occupations. In his early years he logged alongside his father and later spent many years as a truck driver. He was widely known for his mechanical and welding abilities, with a particular talent for working on heavy-duty equipment.

Howard enjoyed the outdoors and spent many hours hunting, fishing, and trap shooting. He was also an active member of his community, proudly serving in officer roles at both the Claremont Moose Lodge and the Claremont Elks Lodge.

A small graveside service will be held to lay Howard and his wife to rest together on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Mountain View Cemetery, Section A, Lot 47.

Howard will be remembered for his larger-than-life personality, his escapades, and the legendary stories that will live on through those who knew & loved him.

03/03/2026

Jane Ann LaFountain passed away peacefully in her sleep on the morning of March 2nd, 2026 at the age of 69. Jane was born and raised in Claremont, NH and was a 1975 graduate of Stevens High School. After graduating, she moved to Florida for a few years before returning back to Claremont where she would eventually meet her husband Joe and dedicate her life to raising their 3 children. She spent the majority of her life working at and managing multiple local Jiffy Marts’ as well as Circle K in Grantham. Family was her first love as well as spending time with her dog Mollie. She enjoyed spending time at home with her husband watching their favorite programs as well as frequent road trips out and about locally.
Jane is preceded in death by her parents William and Mary Markowski, as well as her sister, Theresa. She is survived by her loving husband of 39 years, Joseph, as well as 3 children. Ashley Poland and her husband Chris, of Burlington, VT. Jennifer Daignault and husband Chris of Claremont NH, and son Joseph of Claremont.
Visiting hours will be held Friday, March 6th from 5 to 7pm at the Stringer Funeral Home, 146 Broad Street, Claremont, NH.
Burial will be held privately at St. Mary Cemetery.

03/03/2026

Herman Steven Clark passed peacefully away on February 23rd, 2026, at the age of 80, surrounded by family. He is predeceased by his parents, Herman and Myrtle (Merrill) Clark, and his two sisters, Nancy and Gail, and is survived by his wife, Nancy (Reinhart) Clark, and his four children, Jesse (Will-adopted son), Celia(Cintra), Eric (Stephanne), and Hank (Rebecca), seven grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Steven graduated from Charlestown High School in 1965. After working for various local businesses, he found his passion in sawmilling and logging with horses - an occupation that reflected both his skill and his respect for the land.
He was actively involved in his community, serving as a leader in 4-H Forestry, as a director of the Cornish Fair, and as a regular vendor at local farmers’ markets. He especially enjoyed machinery auctions as a place to socialize, build connections, and spend time around well-used and well-loved farm equipment.
Above all, Steven loved his family. Time spent together brought him great joy, and his pride in them was evident to all who knew him.
There will be no visiting hours. A Celebration of Life will be held later in the year, with details to be announced.
In lieu of flowers or gifts, please donate to Draft Gratitude (www.draftgratitude.com) - a NH-based draft horse rescue nonprofit organization. When donating, use the Note section to state “In Memory of Steve Clark”. Thankyou.
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02/23/2026

Anthony Joseph Daniels, 84, passed away on February 19th, 2026, at home, surrounded by family in the days leading up to his death, after a short illness.
Tony was born in Claremont to Irene and Joseph Daniels, along with three brothers. His loyalty to family has always been strong, going into the family business with his three brothers and working at Neil H. Daniels Construction for much of his life. He is pre-deceased by older brother Lawrence, and survived by brothers Neil and Peter.
In 1963, he married Patricia Wilson, of Brattleboro, VT, making a home and business in Brattleboro. They moved to Goulden Ridge in Weathersfield in 1970, when Tony joined the family construction company in town. They enjoyed a long happy life together, married for 52 years, and had two children: Christian Panasuk with husband Michael of Tewksbury MA and Douglas, with partner Robyn of Sunapee NH. Tony has one beloved grandson, Cooper Wilson Daniels, residing in Montana. Tony renovated the family farm house over the years in his leisure time, enjoying the challenge and rewards of his many talents for being able to create or fix just about anything. One of his true joys was restoring his 1932 Chevrolet roadster, and touring the backroads of New England with the top down, Pat by his side, and family or friends in the rumble seat. Tony and Pat cherished a fulfilling, vibrant life together. He was quite devasted to lose his life-partner when she lost her battle with cancer and passed at age 72.
In 2015, Tony reconnected with Virginia ‘Ginnie’ Maquire, of Springfield, and they found companionship and deep love together, sharing so many common interests, history together since childhood, and a network of friends to carry on a rich social life, travel, and expanded family love through Ginnie’s family. They married on December 14, 2020, because 14 was Ginnie’s lucky number, alongside the Salmond covered bridge where Ginnie waited for the school bus as a child. They enjoyed their life together surrounded by Ginnie’s sons Nick (& Brandy,) Mike (& Dany,) and daughter Peg (& Denny.)
Tony and Ginnie especially loved time spent with Grace, Sam, grandson Freedom Tansley and his college friends, on the farm on Goulden Ridge. They were quite the sports-fans of Ginnie’s granddaughters Axis and Matti, cheering them on in ice hockey. And, spent many Sundays cheering for Ginnie’s son Mike, competing in the over-50 moto-cross races. Tony was fondly called ‘Grandpa-Tony’ by all these young people, including the group of college kids, spending many days, filling the farm house with laughter, chatting, playing pool, over the years at Dake Hill. These were some of the activities they shared in their time together, keeping both Tony and Ginnie feeling young, vibrant and active.
Tony treasured his family above all else. He loved to socialize and travel with close and extended family encompassing the Wilsons, Daniels, and Ginnie’s family connections. He also nurtured many friendships with neighbors and classmates throughout the last 65 years.
There will be no public services, per Tony’s request. Memorial donations are suggested at either of the Weathersfield Volunteer Fire Departments http://www.weathersfieldvt.org/emergency-services

02/22/2026

Ronald Lee Giles, 72, of Claremont, NH died February 18, 2026, at the Sullivan County Nursing Home in Unity, NH. He was born on June 30, 1953, in Claremont, NH, the son of Lester O. and Lorena E, (LaTulippe) Giles.
Ronald enjoyed listening to rock and roll music.
The family includes three brothers: Robert A. Giles and his wife Marilyn of Kennebunk, ME, Richard A. Giles and his wife Margaret of Scarborough, ME and Dale A. Giles and his wife Vivan of New Port Richey, FL. Several nieces and nephews and two great nephews. He was predeceased by his parents and a niece Gwenn Giles.
Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, February 24th from 6pm – 8pm at Stringer Funeral Home on Broad Street in Claremont. Funeral services will be held on February 25th at 11am at St. Joseph Church on Elm Street in Claremont. Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church in Claremont, NH.

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