Merrimack, New Hampshire
1937 - 2008
MERRIMACK, N.H. -- Alice H. Dutton, 70, of Merrimack died Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2008, at the Community Hospice House in Merrimack after a long illness.
She was born in Gardiner, Maine, on Dec. 22, 1937, a daughter of the late Henry and Helen (Farrell) Pitts.
Mrs. Dutton was a resident of Nashua before moving to Merrimack in 1960. Before retirement, she was employed as a paralegal for local lawyers in Merrimack. She was a former Board of Directors member of the Merrimack Community Band, and also loved antiquing.
Members of her family include her husband of 50 years, Frank Dutton of Merrimack; a son and a daughter in-law, Timothy and Lelia (Hall) Dutton, and two granddaughters, Lindsay and Hannah Dutton, all of Merrimack; a brother, Dennis Pitts of Greenville, N.C.; a sister, Diane Pitts of Manchester; and several nieces and nephews.
There are no calling hours. A funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family. The family requests memorial contributions be made to a local charity of one's choice, or to Home Health & Hospice, 22 Prospect St., Nashua, NH 03060.
For more information or an online register book, go to rivetfuneralhome.com.
Dear Frank, Tim & family,
You know how much Alice meant to me and I, along wih my family, share in your sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. I wish I could be there for you as Alice was for me so many times. She was a beautiful wife, mother, grandmother, sister, neighbor and the dearest friend anyone could have. She will be missed! Love, Marge and family
Marge & Jim McNamee
December 25, 2008 | Fayetteville, PA
Dear Frank:
We were so sorry to learn of Alice's passing. Thank God that she is now at rest. She was always a joy to be with and a wonderful neighbor. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your dear family at this time.
Remember we are just across the street and the coffee pot is always on. God be with you.
Les and Liz Langley
December 25, 2008 | Merrimack, NH
Frank and Tim,
I am so sorry to hear about Alice. Alice was a wonderful woman that supported and encouraged everyone around her. She certainly did that for me. She will be missed. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Tim Boucher
December 24, 2008 | Deerfield, NH
To the Dutton Family:
Mrs. Dutton was a dear and trusted friend to my mother. My thoughts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time.
Scot Heath
December 23, 2008 | Manchester, NH
Frank,
I was so sad to hear that Alice had passed. She was a longtime friend who I will greatly miss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Geri Dickerman
December 23, 2008 | Milford, NH
Frank and Tim:
I was so very sorry to hear about Alice. Although it has been quite a few years since I've seen her, Alice was a very important and influential person in my life during critical "growing up" years. We worked together for 20 years starting when I was only 17 years old and I will always remember her as having been there for me as a voice of encouragement and a source of unwavering support and faith that I could be and do whatever I chose in life. Tim, remember when she...
Donna Dunn
December 22, 2008 | Manchester, NH
Please accept our deepest sympathies, Tim, Lelia and family. We were so saddened to hear of your Mom's passing. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Karen and Ted Trask
December 22, 2008 | Merrimack, NH
Tim,
Your mom was a special lady and we will keep your family in our daily prayers.
Bob and Gayle Bergin
December 21, 2008 | Merrimack
My condolences to Frank, Tim and Leila. Alice is at peace during this season.
Anita Creager
December 21, 2008 | Merrimack, NH
