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Roger Hebert Obituary
Hooksett, NH - Roger E. Hebert, 99, a lifelong resident of Hooksett, passed away in his home, surrounded by his family on Monday, December 23, 2024.
He was born in Hooksett on December 17, 1925, son of the late Thomas and Jeannette (Baillergeon) Hebert.
Roger was educated in the local schools and went on to serve his country proudly for over 43 years in the Navy during WWII, he also served in the Air National Guard, Air Force and Army National Guard. He was employed by the United States Postal Service for over 36 years as the Postmaster for Suncook and Hooksett until his retirement. He coached girls' softball for several years, leading his team to a NH State Championship and National Championship title and was the first coach to be entered into the Softball Hall of Fame.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by a son, Edward "Eddie" Hebert in 2016, brothers, Romeo, Gerry, Leo, Leon and William Hebert and sister, Laudia LaFleur.
He is survived by his wife of 74 years, Frances E. (Hyland) Hebert, daughters, Gail Hebert, Doreen DiAntonio and her husband Ernie, Mary Hebert and her partner Mike Champagne and Joann Hebert, brother, Richard Hebert, grandchildren, Tanya Dubois and her partner Jonathan, Corinne Dubois and her partner Nick Forest, Joseph Steers, Adam Jache and his wife Kate and Carissa Swiderski, great grandchildren, Jacob and Audrianna Forest, Killian and Nolan Jache and Saige Camargo.
Calling hours will be held on Sunday, December 29, 2024 from 2PM to 4PM at the Roan Family Funeral Home, 167 Main Street, Pembroke. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, December 30, 2024 at 10AM at Holy Rosary Church, 21 Main Street, Hooksett. Following cremation, Roger will be interred at the NH State Veterans Cemetery in Boscawen on Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 11AM. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery, 110 DW Highway, Boscawen, NH 03303 or at nhvca.org. To share a memory or offer a condolence please visit www.roanfamilyfuneral.com
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Debra J O´Donnell
December 29, 2024
My deepest condolences to the Hebert family. Mr. Hebert was my coach when I played softball and was a very fair coach. He made sure that everyone would play.
Debra (Raymond) O´Donnell
John Mcconnell
December 28, 2024
My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Roger, he was such a wonderful person I´m at a loss for words to describe him. Just a great all around guy...caring, dedicated and inspirational are just a few of his characteristics that stand out. May he rest in eternal peace!
Tom Pessotti
December 27, 2024
A man that truly loved the game of softball and especially the girls that he coached over his career rest in peace thanks for your service
Richard"Skilly'Thibeault
December 27, 2024
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Richard "Skilly"Thibeault
December 27, 2024
RIP Roger, Richard "Skilly"Thibeault
Robert D Machain
December 27, 2024
Mr. Hebert, Thank you for your service RDM Windham NH
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