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1949
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2025
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Mark Zaccaria Obituary
Danbury, NH-Mark Stuart Zaccaria, 76, of Zaccaria Road, died Monday, October 13, 2025 at his home.
He was born on January 27, 1949 in Boston, MA the son of the late Leo and Charlotte (Cross) Zaccaria.
Mark graduated from Huntington Academy High School in Boston, MA and from Colby College, Waterville, ME where he was involved with the ROTC program. After college, he was a Captain in the US Air Force and a flight instructor at Laredo AFB, TX. He was a salesman for the family business, Marlyn Engineering, and a marketing manager at various corporations throughout his career.
Mark was very active in St. John’s Methodist Church in Dedham, MA and was a lay leader at various Methodist Churches. He was a member of the Alexandria, NH United Methodist Church at the time of his death. Politically active, he worked on local campaigns, boards, and was elected to the North Kingstown, RI Town Council. He was at one time the Chairman of the Rhode Island Republican Party. He also served on the Merrimack County Republican Committee in New Hampshire.
He was a good son to the late Leo and Charlotte Zaccaria. He is also predeceased by Grover and Mary Carter, his parents–in-law. Mark is survived by his wife of 50 years, Ruth Ann (Carter) Zaccaria as well as three children Adam Zaccaria, Kate (Mike) James and April (Antonio) Giarrusso, two grandchildren Mason and Dylan Lawrence, a sister Lynne (Fred) Kuehl, in-laws Mary and Dan Coon and Barbara Carter along with several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Friends may call at the Chadwick Funeral Home, 235 Main Street, New London, NH on Friday, October 17, 2025 from 4:00-6:00 P.M. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 11:00 A.M. at The Alexandria United Methodist Church, 12 Washburn Road, Alexandria, NH. Private burial will be in Riverdale Cemetery, Danbury, NH.
Memories and Condolences
for Mark Zaccaria
19 Entries
Chip Lord
November 7, 2025
Mark was a likeable guy and always willing to help with our class reunions. He set up slide shows and wrote our class letter. He gained recognition as a Captain in the USAF and was a trainer for other pilots. Our class will miss him.
Sarah (Sally) Mackenzie
October 30, 2025
Mark will be sorely missed by the Colby class of 1970 and certainly by his family and close friends. I knew Mark mostly around our fiftieth (really fifty-second reunion). I appreciated his humor and doggedness in getting us to work hard to make it a wonderful reunion.
Mark's update for one of our reunions.
William Aldrich
October 30, 2025
Today, 10/30/25, I got the sad news via Colby that you have left us! As a classmate, your loss saddened, surprised, and weakened me. I knew you all four years with the last two being with AFROTC. While I did not follow you into the USAF we both respected each other's reasons for the paths we took. Later, as class president you volunteered your time to make our reunions memorable. You also contributed to your community where you lived, raised a family, played, laughed, and shared meals and good times. I'm sorry I could not make our 55th this past June as I was having some "issues" with arthritis. You set a high standard that many more of us should follow as we follow you!
SUSAN GREENBERG
October 30, 2025
Dear Ruth and family,
We join with you, in a small way, feeling the loss of Mark's presence. Mark is a treasured member of our Colby Class of 1970, showing his leadership and sharing his insights, sense of commitment, and humor with us all these years.
One small anecdote as an example: A few years back I was in Kingston and spotted copies of War Record in the window of a bookstore - Mark's book about his father's years growing up and serving in WWII. I picked up a copy, loved it, and told Mark that "the research must have been daunting, but as a Colby history major that was well done" and that I thought "it was very readable as well." Mark's reply, with a grin, was "glad you liked it, and I was an ENGLISH major."
He will be missed.
Susan Doten Greenberg
Colby class of 1970
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Larry Ehrhardt
October 18, 2025
Ruth,
You and Mark were quite a team, I always admired how you supported each other.
Mark's unswerving efforts to serve his fellow citizens were an example to us all - a classic example of President Kennedy's "ask what can you do for your country."
We need many more like him.
Larry Ehrhardt
Kenneth Woods
October 17, 2025
God bless and rest your soul Mark and may the Lord bless and comfort the entire Zaccaria family in Jesus Name we pray.
Lisa Blais
October 17, 2025
Ruth, deepest condolences to you and your family. May all the love and memories of a lifetime together soothe your soul. Mark touched so many lives in such a positive way. May he Rest In Peace.
Marcie Reese
October 17, 2025
I am so truly sorry for the loss of Mark..he was truly a remarkable guy. I will always remember his smile that i would see on Sunday Morning when we would see each other at NK United Methodist Church!! He was a great friend to all that knew him..he will be greatly missed..but now he is with God & pain-free. Sending Lots of Prayers~Hugs & Love to You Ruth & Your Family during this difficult time.
Gary Whitney
October 16, 2025
Prayers and condolences from myself and wife Cherine from many past associations in N. Kingstown, RI
Michael and Jamie LeFebvre
October 16, 2025
Mike and I are sending our deepest condolences to all family and friends of Mark we never met but his sister Lynne always shared what a wonderful soul he has always been rest in eternal peace Mark
Kerry Dwyer
October 16, 2025
It is with sadness to hear of the passing of Mark with whom I worked with for a number of years at Comtec Information Systems and later Zebra Technologies. Mark was a straight forward guy whose intellect, passion and focus to servicing clients and delivering against promises made, set him apart from many of his counterparts. Mark helped many within the organization to realize the importance of relationship building and everyone being on the same page to deliver high standards of excellence that set our organization apart from competitors. His calm demeanor and ability to secure full commitment from everyone involved in a project or company initiative made him a valuable resource to all.
Scott MacKay
October 16, 2025
RIP to a good fellow
John Borden
October 16, 2025
Throttles idle. Rudder and ailerons neutral.
Be at peace my friend.
We’ll always have Laredo.
John (Bordo) Borden
John Borden
October 16, 2025
Throttles idle. Rudder and ailerons neutral.
Be at peace my friend.
We’ll always have Laredo.
John (Bordo) Borden
Bruce Cross
October 15, 2025
Mark, our lives have been separated thru the years, however, through media & Christmas wishes, we maintained our cousin time. It is sad when we lose a relative, but knowing we will meet again relieves the sadness. We will miss the annual Christmas wishes, but knowing you will see Mom Charlotte & Dad Leo again dismisses your tasks here on the planet. Bon Voyage & see you soon! B & J. In New Mexico.
Elaine Marcia Roffo
October 15, 2025
Well done, faithful servant. You will be missed at North Kingstown United Methodist Church.
Roland Lavallee
October 15, 2025
I will say a meaningful pray for Mark and his wonderful, caring family. How I so much enjoyed his company, his wit, his charm and his intellect.
Rick & Audrey Blodgett
October 15, 2025
Our condolences to Mark’s family. It’s a terrible loss for everyone
Doreen Wishart
October 15, 2025
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Mark was a good man. He will be missed
Eric & Doreen Wishart
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Oct
17
Visitation
4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Chadwick Funeral Home
235 Main Street, New London, NH 03257
Oct
18
Memorial service
11:00 a.m.
The Alexandria United Methodist Church
12 Washburn Road, Alexandria, NH 03222
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