Photo courtesy of Connor-Healy Funeral Home - Manchester
Manchester, New Hampshire
Feb 23, 1961 – Aug 16, 2025
Lori P. Kempf, 64, of Manchester, NH, passed away August 16, 2025.
Lori was born on February 23, 1961, in Manchester, NH, the daughter of Paul E. and Jacqueline M. (Adams) Lamontagne. She was a lifelong resident of the Queen City.
A 1979 graduate of Manchester High School West, Lori devoted forty-two years to her career as an executive administrative assistant at Elbit Systems of America, where she was admired for her professionalism, dedication, and keen attention to detail.
Lori had a deep passion for adventure and exploring the world around her. She loved hitting the open road on long trips, discovering new places, and experiencing different cultures. Cruises and travel excursions brought her immense joy, as she delighted in the freedom of adventure and the memories made along the way. Lori was an enthusiastic member of the US Spyder Ryders, Merrimack Valley NH Chapter, a Can-Am Motorcycle riders group, where she found camaraderie and shared her love of the open road with fellow riders. She also had a creative side and found great joy in arts and crafts, bringing imagination and color into her life and the lives of those around her.
Affectionately known for having “40 personalities,” Lori was quirky, vibrant, and full of life, yet an introvert at heart. Her humor, warmth, and unique outlook left a lasting impression on everyone who knew her. She loved spending time with her family, especially Aiden, her dear friend Joyce Booraem, and her beloved dog, Clover. Her favorite character was Eeyore from Winnie the Pooh, a testament to her tender heart and empathetic nature.
Family members include her beloved of thirty-nine years, Dana P. Kempf; a brother, David Lamontagne of Manchester; her sister, Lynn Kempf and her husband, Peter Kempf, of Manchester; her niece, Sara Coplan and her husband, Tyler; and her grandnephew, Aiden Coplan; and many dear friends.
Services: Calling hours are Friday, August 22, 2025, from 9 to 11 AM, at Connor-Healy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 537 Union Street, Manchester, NH
A funeral service will proceed in the funeral home at 11 AM.
A memorial dinner will follow at the Puritan Backroom, Pappas Room, from 12 to 3 PM.
Burial will take place at Pine Grove Cemetery at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Community Bridges, Attention: Director of External Relations, 162 Pembroke Rd, Concord, NH.
For more information visit: www.connorhealy.com
Read MoreDana, I want to extend my deepest condolences to you and all of your family...
Jude Ruggiero
August 25, 2025 | Other
Lori was a wonderful person. She will be missed by all who knew her.
Grog Hayden
August 22, 2025 | Work
Lori and Dana were looking at their new home when my fur kids walked over to introduce themselves. Lori immediately loved them and our dog friendly neighborhood. After that, Auntie Lori would always have treats at the ready for Dani and Walter, and very shortly a new friend for them to play with. Lori, you will be very missed by all of us.
Brian Graveline
August 20, 2025 | Friend
I loved working with Lori at Elbit, lots of laughs were had my condolences to her family.
Suzanne Small
August 20, 2025 | Work
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. May you rest in peace dear Lori
Maria Roy
August 20, 2025 | Other
Lori, I immensely enjoyed the time I had working with you. You were always such a great help in supporting our work family and a joyful person to talk to. Your vibrant personality left an impression on many, Thank you.
Harold Gill
August 20, 2025 | Coworker
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I am so sorry this is a great loss. Lori was an amazing lady and I have a lot of great memories with her. I am sad to say I will not be able to attend her services as I now live in Alabama, but know my thoughts and prayers are with you. Big hugs go out to Dana, Lynn, and Pete, love ya all!
Marilyn Dickerman
August 20, 2025 | Tuscaloosa, AL | Friend
Lori, Thank you for taking such good care of me. I will miss you.
Andy Chiango
August 20, 2025 | Coworker
I haven’t seen Lori for many years but I remember her kindness and wonderful personality that made every day better. My condolences to her family, she’ll be very missed.
David Enos
August 19, 2025 | Pelham, NH
