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Samuel Galpin Obituary
Sam was born in Concord Hospital Feb. 11, 1975, to Phebe and Russell Galpin of Hillsborough.
He is survived by his parents; two brothers, Russell and his wife, Debby, of Beloit, Wis. and J. Peter and his wife, Glorie, of Canaan and one sister, Barbara and her husband, Larry Gaskell, of Washington, N.H. He is also survived by seven nieces, three nephews and many cousins and friends. He was predeceased by his brother, Steven, in 2008. Sam graduated from Hillsboro-Deering High School and had attended Northeastern University, where he was a member of NUHOC. He was employed by DCI in Somerville, Mass., as a surveyor.
While growing up, Sam had been a Boy Scout and active in sports. In college, he became an avid rock climber and hiker and had climbed mountains all over the United States. He was a member of the Darlington Dart League and Minute Man Dart League.
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SERVICES: Services will be Saturday, Nov. 19 at 10 a.m., in St. Mary Catholic Church, Church Street, Hillsboro, followed by fellowship and refreshments at the Hillsboro Masonic Hall on Gay Avenue.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Sam's memory to the American Heart Association.
The Holt-Woodbury Funeral Home & Cremation Service is assisting the family. For more, log on to www.holtwoodburyfh.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Samuel Galpin
Danny Galpin
November 10, 2023
Hope you two are doing well. Thinking of everyone back there today. Danny in Tucson
Abe Parvez
December 10, 2011
I was just shocked when I heard this news last Tuesday .I had the pleasure of knowing Sam through the MMDL and shooting darts at the Silouhette Lounge. Great person and great company. He will be missed. My deepest sympathies. R.I.P..........
Abe Parvez
Rob & Tammy Buker
December 2, 2011
To the Galpin family. Our sincere condolences to all of you. May the great memories of Sam shadow over the sorrow you are feeling at this time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Alfred Zuniga
November 29, 2011
I had the pleasure of knowing Sam through the MMDL and shooting darts at the Silouhette Lounge. Great person and great company. He will be missed. My deepest sympathies.
Leatrice Forbes
November 20, 2011
Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.
Jean Franks
November 20, 2011
Aunt Phebe and Uncle Russ I am so sorry to hear about Sam. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Michael Maloney
November 19, 2011
To the Galpin family, I am very sorry for your loss. Sam will be greatly missed by the MMDL community.
LeRoy Ehmling
November 19, 2011
So sorry for your loss. Words are never enough to fill the void. Ehmling Family
Julie Gilliland
November 18, 2011
Sam, I miss you already. I miss your laugh, I miss your presence. You will always be the greatest of uncles. I wish we got to keep you longer.
Betty Dougall
November 18, 2011
"Perhaps they are not stars, but rather openings in heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy."
Eskimo proverb
Rest in peace Sam. Steve needed you.
The Dougalls
Kathy Seem
November 18, 2011
I will miss Sam greatly! He was a wonderful man, that always had a smile no matter what.
Trudie Lakus
November 18, 2011
I never go to know Sam (I graduated in 1988)but knew him through my brother who graduated Hillsboro High in 1992. So sorry for you loss. Lakus family
Jason Ferreira
November 18, 2011
Very sorry for your loss. I knew Sam from playing darts in the MinuteMan league. He will be missed.
Janine and Larry Graham
November 18, 2011
Please accept my sincerest condolences. I cannot imagine losing one of my siblings, never mind one of my children. I cannot imagine how you must be feeling. Please know that I am holding you all in love and light until your emotional burden has eased, if only by time. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Theresa Vogt
November 18, 2011
I really enjoyed visiting with Sam when ever I got the chance to go to New Hampshire. I wish we had lived closer so that all the cousins could have spent more time together. He will be missed greatly. Love to all the family.
Marie (Galpin) Rusch
November 18, 2011
He was one of the greatest uncles you could hope for. It was the highlight of my summer vacation every year to come spend time with him. Even when time grew on and I saw less of him I still cherished every moment of being with him. It was like time had never passed. I miss him deeply.
Kevin & Pamela Spalding
November 18, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Erin Riccio
November 18, 2011
Although I lost touch with Sam many years ago he has always been in my thoughts. I am sorry for the loss you are all having to face. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. God bless Sam and God bless his family.
Larry Gaskell
November 18, 2011
He was a great little brother ( inlaw). A fun person to have around. A great uncle to the nieces and nephews.
We all have great memories to last us our lifetime.
American Heart Association
November 18, 2011
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Susan Galipeau Vrana
November 17, 2011
Wish we could be there with you. Know that we love you and will be praying for you.
Donald & Carol Girard
November 17, 2011
Phebe & Russ, was so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. Lucille Richard's called and told me. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless you and your family. Donald & Carol [ Loiselle] Girard
Sharon Wilson
November 17, 2011
I always enjoyed Sam's visit,s to Oklahoma he was such a fun young cousin. I remember the time he came in the summer it was our usual hot summer, for an outdoor boy he couldn't understand the heat, and we had no more outside that visit he did not want any part of that. I think he had cast on his leg also that must of been terrible for him. I also think it was the last time Phebe and Russell came to visit in the summer. I don't blame you.
GW & Linda Wright
November 17, 2011
Sending all our love and sympathy.
Christie Reid
November 17, 2011
One of my favorite memories of Sam was his visit to Oklahoma with Phebe and Russ and Barb when he was a toddler. He and my blonde haired nephew JC were nearly the same age and hit it off immediately. I remember a picture we took of the two of them hugging, cheek-to-freckled-cheek, a couple of blue-eyed, salt-and-pepper twins. Gone way too soon. Prayers for all.
Gregg Tong
November 17, 2011
I only knew Sam for the past several years playing darts, but he is someone I will always remember fondly.
Roberta & Ron Martin
November 17, 2011
I remember when Sam was born... he is just a couple months older than my son, JC... He was such an amazing boy... he will be truly missed by all who knew him.
Mary Harrington
November 17, 2011
My heart goes out to all the Galpins, we know what it is like to lose a brother so suddenly. We are all thinking of you and praying for you, The Galipeau Girls
JOAN GRIMES
November 17, 2011
PHOEBE & RUSS & FAMILY..MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY FOR YOUR LOSS OF SAMMY. YOU KNOW HE'S IN GOOD HANDS BUT WE KNOW IT DOESN'T HURT ANY LESS.
craig wynne
November 16, 2011
sorry to hear about sammy, RIP buddy.
November 16, 2011
I just heard the news yesterday. I hadn't talked to Sam since I was little but I remember him living next door to Janet and going over there to play :) So sorry for your loss.
Matthew Mougalian
November 16, 2011
Sam was one of the sweetest guys you'd ever hope to meet. I didn't know him well, but played for a season on a dart team he captained. I can't say enough good things about him. He will be missed.
lorraine thompson
November 16, 2011
Barb & Larry - such a loss and know that Dave & I are thinking about both of you and your families and keeping you in our prayers. lorraine
November 16, 2011
Phebe and Russ,
We are so sorry for your loss. This should not happen that parents lose one child let alone two, You both are in our prayers with Steve and Sam. In sympathy, Cricket and Julie
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