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James Grotton Obituary
James was born on January 11, 1946 in Gardiner, Maine, the son of Fred and Rita (Hopkins) Grotton. He was happily married to Diane (Prescott) Grotton for forty-three years. He was part owner of the Pipeline Company, Everett J. Prescott in Concord, N.H. for thirty years. He left the business in 1995 to travel the country with his wife following the NASCAR racing success of his son-in-law. In 1999, he purchased land on the shores of Lake Winnisquam and built their dream house. Jim enjoyed working, golfing, watching the Red Sox and Patriots, and his family.
In addition to his wife, James is survived by their three children, Carman Alenson, Erik Grotton and Cathleen Craven and nine grandchildren. The death of his oldest grandson, James F. Alenson, in January brought him much sadness. James is also survived by his mother, three brothers, a sister and several nephews and nieces.
Calling hours will be held on Thursday, November 1, 2007 from 6:00-8:00 PM in the Carriage House of the Wilkinson-Beane Funeral Home, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, N.H.
Funeral Services will be held on Friday, November 2, 2007 at 11:00 AM at the Second Baptist Church, Upper Bay Road in Sanbornton, N.H. Rev. Dr. Robert Robertson, pastor of the Church, will officiate.
Memorial gifts may be made to the James F. Alenson Memorial Fund, c/o Diane Elenbaas, The Boston Foundation, 75 Arlington Street, Boston, MA 02116-3936, or to the Second Baptist Church of Sanbornton, 298 Upper Bay Road, Sanbornton, N.H. 03269.
Wilkinson-Beane Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, N.H is in charge of the arrangements. For more information and to view an online memorial go to
www.wilkinsonbeane.com
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Memories and Condolences
for James Grotton
Roger and Sharon Donahue
November 2, 2007
Dear Family,
Roger and I are so sorry to learn about Jimmy. This has been a terrible year for all of you. Please know you are always in our thoughts.
Buzz and Kathy Grogan
November 2, 2007
Dear Diane and family,
We are so very sad for all of you and send our heartfelt sympathy and love. We think back with fondness to the old Pembroke, NH days and hope that your wonderful memories will bring you comfort in the future.
Love to you all...
Ken & Nancy Thompson
November 1, 2007
Dear Diane and family;
It was with great shock and sadness to learn of jims illness and passing. Working with Jimmy and playing golf,fishing,and getting together on our anniversaries for over 25 years. You build a friendship that is not ever forgoten.Please accept Nancy's and my deepest and most sincere sympathy.The memories you have of the two of you will never be lost, the hurt and sorrow only family and thime can heal.I an so sorry that neither of us can be there in your time of need, but our love a thoughts are with you LOVE ALWAYS Ken & Nancy
Sandra Alexander
November 1, 2007
Diane & family
I am so sorry to learn of your loss, my heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. We are now in Florida so will be unable to attend the service but we will be with you in our thoughts & prayers.
Sandra & Dan Alexander
Donna Garland Fallon
October 31, 2007
Dear Diane,
I am so sorry to hear about Jimmy, it is such a sad time, just know you and the family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely, Donna & Jim Fallon
Shirley Yankura
October 31, 2007
Dear Diane and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing. I think of you both often as was saddened for your loss. Remember, he has only gone ahead to prepare a home for you.
Shirley (Baker) Yankura
Lee Smith
October 30, 2007
Dear Diane and family, I am so sorry that you lost the love of your life. You and Jim have always held special memories for me even though it's been years since we last met. Out of signt, but not of mind. I know you will have the courage to carry on. May God's blessings be with you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss.
Janice Hagerstrom-Szwejtys
October 30, 2007
Diane, Carman, Erik and Cathy,
David and I are so sorry to hear of the loss of Jimmy. Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. You are in our prayers.
Paul Hagerstrom
October 30, 2007
Diane,
I am so sorry to learn of Jimmy's passing. May your wonderful memories together help ease your pain. I do think of you often and from my heart my prayers are with you and your family.
Love from cousin,
Paul
Mark Bickford
October 30, 2007
Diane,
Our prayers are with you and your family. Although I only knew Jim for a short time I will miss his humor, courage and determination. I am thankful that I had the opportunity to meet both of you. Please know that Cindy and I are here for you and don't hesitate to call if you need us. I have a work engagement in Vermont Thursday night and all day Friday which will prevent me from being there. But my thoughts will be with you and your family. God Bless you all.
Sue and Mike Vashon
October 30, 2007
Dear Diane and family we are so sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing and want you to know that you all are in our thought and prayers.
Love,
Sue and Mike Vashon (Vassalboro, Me)
Ron Knox
October 30, 2007
Diane, Carman , Erik, and KK we are so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all
Deepest Love
Ron and Helen Knox
Sarsota, Florida
Norma and Clint layne
October 30, 2007
Diane and family, my heart goes out to you and your family with the passing of Jimmy.I will always remember the good times and his humor while planning for our class re-union. My prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Linda MacRae
October 30, 2007
Dear Diane and family: Les and I are so saddened by Jimmy's passing. Of course my memories of Jimmy go back to "the farm" and lazy Sundays playing ball with all my cousins. The relationship Les and I shared with you, Diane, and Jimmy over the past few years was one we will cherish forever. I'll never forget Texas and the tornado coming through just before racetime or half-hour meetings with you both as you came through Carlisle or we traveled through New Hampshire. If it were in my power to take all the sadness of this year from you, I would do it in a heartbeat. Know that you are truly loved and that we are here for you anytime you need us. Love, Linda (Grotton) MacRae
Janet Nichols
October 30, 2007
Diane, Rita, Lorna and all the family - We are so sorry to hear of Jim's passing.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Janet and Mary Nichols
Dave Curtis
October 30, 2007
My condolence and prayers to all . Jim and I spent many summers together on Elm St. playing Baseball & Basketball .Jim will always be in my memories of childhood .
Everett E. (Iggy) Larrabee
October 30, 2007
Diane and Family,
I am sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He was a good person and lot of fun in high school. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Pamela Mathews
October 30, 2007
Di, Hugh and I are so very sorry to hear about Jim. We are in Florida for a couple of weeks and will not be able to make the service. Our hearts go out to you and your family. We will be in touch. Love, Pam and Hugh
Beth Cooley
October 30, 2007
Diane & Family Members,
We are very sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing. We enjoyed working with Jimmy at EJP.
Our prayers are with you at this time.
Reggie & Beth Cooley
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