Palmer, Massachusetts
1928 - 2012
William B. Baston 1928 - 2012 SOUTH HADLEY - William B. Baston, 83, of Alvord Place, died peacefully on Thursday, March 1, at Baystate Medical Center. Born in Farmington, NH on April 19, 1928, he was the son of Burton and Elfreda (Currier) Baston and step-son of Norman Otis. Bill was raised and...
Read MoreI grew up in Bristol and knew the Bastons well. When they moved from town I never thought for a minute I would end up teaching for Mr. Baston at Merrimack Valley High School. He was a tough superintendent that wanted the best for the district, he had a good heart and was very fair. My sympathies and best wishes to the family.
Ray Bailey
Salisbury, New Hampshire
Merrimack Valley High School (29 years)
March 13, 2012
It was my pleasure to have Mr. Baston as a teacher and coach when he taught many of us at Sunapee High School. We were very fortunate to have him. My deepest sympathy to his family.
March 07, 2012
When I taught in Canterbury Elementary School, Mr. Baston was my very first Superintendent of School. Word was always out to keep your teacher's desk top organized as that how he judged if you were a good teacher or not. I remember a Math test was made by the fellow teachers for every grade level that gave us ownship to the achievement of our students. He certainly was a leader in charge that gave me a terrific start into being an quality educator!
Bonnie Bach/Burbank
March 03, 2012 | Bristol, NH
We're thinking of you, Carolyn Sr. Will always have fond memories of your hospitality at the lake. And always enjoyed hearing about Bill's exploits on the golf course. Peace be with you.
Steve Swift
March 03, 2012 | Lexington, KY
My deepest sympathy To Mrs. Baston and Billy.Some of my fondest memories as a child was with your family,either in Bristol or Keezer Lake Me.I cherished the time we spent together.My prayers are with you all.
Mike Harris
March 03, 2012 | Hudson, NH
Rest in peace Bill!We may play golf together again. Carolyn and Bill were my best friends and I'll miss him dearly. One of your long time golf buddies.
Eugene P. MacArthur
March 02, 2012 | Holiday, FL
DEAR BASTON FAMILY-
Bill was my principal during my final years in high school at Newfound Regional. They were great years and he was a fine principal. He was both strict but fun-loving.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Rev. Dr. Christopher Drew
March 02, 2012 | Terryville, CT
Dear Bill,
I read the news today. Sorry for your loss. We used to play golf at MVHS a long time ago, thought I'd give ya a shout out. Be well and keep hitting those windup monster drives. Charlie B.
Charles Broughton
March 02, 2012 | Franklin, NH
I remember Bill very well - he was a much loved teacher and coach at Sunapee High School when I was a student there. My sympathy to Carolyn and the rest of his family.
...Virginia (Gilchrist) Ashland, Class of 1955, Sunapee High School.
March 02, 2012
