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Richard Tower Obituary
He was born on June 17, 1938, in Goffstown, the son of the late Robert A. and Vanessa M. (Shatney) Tower.
A graduate of Goffstown High School, Dick entered the U.S. Marine Corps on Nov. 14, 1956. After boot camp, he was stationed in Okinawa, Japan, and traveled through the South Pacific to several locations including Borneo, the Philippines, and Vietnam. He later came back to the United States and served as a small arms instructor in California before returning home to Manchester, where he was a member of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve.
After a 20-year career in the military, he retired from the U.S. Marine Corps as a master sergeant. He also worked for over 30 years as a quality control inspector for General Electric.
Dick was a true physical fitness buff. He was an avid runner who ran up Mt. Washington twice, as well as participating in several half-marathons. He was also formerly a dance instructor and enjoyed many activities including biking, golfing, and horseshoes. He has resided in Raymond for the last 25 years and was a member of the Raymond Sportsman's Club.
He is survived by his wife of 27 years, Deborah (Whitcomb) Tower of Raymond; two sons, Christopher W. Tower of Manchester, and Brian A. Tower of Pittsfield; three stepsons, Joseph Woods of Epping, David Woods of Pittsfield, and Richard Grigway of Epping; one brother, Douglas Tower of Florida; two sisters, Janet and husband William Parker of New Boston, and Beverly Moller and her companion David Maul; his sister-in-law, Beatrice Tower of Goffstown; 13 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by three brothers, Robert A. Tower Jr., Rodney Tower and Walter Tower.
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services:Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, May 22, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Brewitt Funeral Home, 2 Epping St., Raymond. Funeral services with military honors will be held on Wednesday, May 23, at 12:30 p.m. at the funeral home.
For more information, go to www.brewittfuneralhome.com.
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for Richard Tower
Donna Stevens
May 22, 2012
Chris and Sam,
We are very sorry for your loss, please let us know if you need anything we are always next door.
Donna, Kendra and ian
Nettie Hickey
May 22, 2012
Sorry to hear of Dick's passing. I know Kenn thought a lot of Dick and know that they can hash over old times at GE now.
May 22, 2012
Debbie & family,
We were all saddened to hear this news. He was such a trooper throughout it all & carried his positive personality everwhere he went. He will truly be missed but I know he is up there playing "shoes" with my Dad. Prayers for you all. Love Donna & Ken Brown & family.
Lisa Pivarunas
May 22, 2012
In honor of your service, your character and the respect you showed others.
Lisa, Shana, Dan & Christa
Bob and Loretta Thompson
May 22, 2012
Dear Deb and Family,Our deepest sympathies on your loss. It was an honor to have worked with Dick.
Bill Watson
May 22, 2012
Rest in peace Dick,we had some good times at Hooksett shooting and working, you were one of the good guys.
Chelsey Tower
May 21, 2012
You were such an amazing grandfather, who filled everyone's hearts with joy and happiness. Im so blessed to have had such a wonderful person in my life. Kaleigh and i were so lucky to be your grandaughters. I'll always remember the great advice you'd always give me. I love you so much, and you will be missed. Rest in Peace grandpa, i love you <3
May 21, 2012
Dear Deb and family, I was so sorry to hear of Dick's passing. It was my privilege to know and work with Dick. He will be sorely missed by all who had come to know him.
Roger Montminy
Jocelyn Grady
May 21, 2012
Dear Deb & family, My deepest sympathies on your loss. Dick was a true joy to work with at GE. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Jan Pfefferle
May 21, 2012
"Deb and family, I was so sorry to hear of Dick's passing. It was my privilege to know and work with him..."
Jan Pfefferle (Avon Park, Fl)
Jim Simpson
May 21, 2012
Eternal Love
Jim and Janet Simpson
Jim Simpson
May 21, 2012
Dear Deb and Family, Our deepest sympathies to all of you. May God's love be present in your sorrow. Dick's love of life will be ever in your hearts.
Jim and Janet Simpson
Bob Madden
May 21, 2012
Deb and family, I was so sorry to hear of Dick's passing. It was my privilege to know and work with Dick. He very pointedly and politely informed me one day that I was to never address someone as an 'ex Marine". With a smile, he told me to use the term, "former Marine". I've been using that expression for the last twenty seven years.
Bob and Gail Stevens
May 21, 2012
Deb and family, our heartfelt sympathies go out to all of you. Dick will be missed by all who knew him. We were honored to have him as a friend. Dick was a true gentleman.
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