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1950
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2019
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James Courtemanche Obituary
Jim graduated from St Mary's High School in Claremont NH in 1969 and from NH Vocational-Technical School in Manchester in 1971. Jim worked for 34 years at Eversource as a diesel mechanic. Since 2003, he enjoyed his time at Spinnaker Cove Yacht Club in Laconia NH where he made many friends, served on the board of directors and as handyman for nine years. Jim was a communicant of St Francis of Assisi Parish in Litchfield NH.
Jim was predeceased by his son, Jason Courtemanche and his brother William Courtemanche.
He is survived by his wife Kathy (Miller) Courtemanche, daughter Beth Smarse and her husband Jeffrey Smarse. He is also survived by his sister, Karen Belisle and her husband David Belisle of Claremont NH and two aunts, nieces, nephews and several cousins.
The family would like to thank all the staff at the Palliative Care Unit at the Elliot Hospital for the outstanding care they provided to Jim and his family during this difficult time.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St Francis of Assisi Parish Building Fund or to a charity of one's choice.
Calling Hours will be held on Tuesday, September 3rd from 5pm to 8pm at the French and Rising Funeral Home, 17 S. Mast Street Goffstown, NH 03045. A Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, September 4th at 10am at St Francis of Assisi Parish, 9 St Francis Way Litchfield, NH 03052. For more information or to sign an online guestbook please visit www.frenchandrising.com
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Memories and Condolences
for James Courtemanche
John Courtemanche
September 4, 2019
God Bless You All .
Mitch & Penny Latva
September 3, 2019
Jim was always there to lend a helping hand to both friends and strangers. He was loved by all and will be greatly missed.
Bob and Linda Fitzsimmons
September 3, 2019
Dear Kathy and Beth,
We are so sorry for your loss. We will always remember Jim as being a very kind person who would always give someone a helping hand. He loved Spinnaker Cove as his summer home, along with his many friends. He took great care to watch over the club. We will all miss him so much. Rest in Peace.
Rodney Prim
September 2, 2019
My condolences to you Kathy and all of Jim's family and friends. Jim was a good man and the laugh was one of a kind, I can hear it now.
Jim Steenbeke
September 2, 2019
Many a midweek day would find Jim and I alone at Spinnaker. I will miss our conversation and his fun laugh. His retirement was much too short. God Bless him.
Condolences to the family.
Bob LaFrambois
September 2, 2019
WOW...SHOCKED!!!
So very sorry to hear the passing of such a great man...he will be missed...
Peter Limoges
September 2, 2019
Jim was a loved member of our Saint Mary High School Class of 1969. We will always remember his smile and as true friend.
Peter and Christine Kendall
September 2, 2019
Always fun to be around...that mile wide grin! I will always remember that voice from behind me saying "Hey Dubba!" I did not have to look back, I knew who it was. Truly a good man. Our prayers are with you.
Robert Baron
September 1, 2019
Kathy so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. May he rest in peace.
Bob Baron
Karen Arel
September 1, 2019
Keeping all of you in my prayers. I will always remember him from high school and how kind and considerate he was to others especially friends of his sister. He was an incredible athlete. May he rest in peace. God has him now.
Bruce & Cecile Nichols
September 1, 2019
We are truly sorry for your loss. prayers for you and your family
Bob & Andrea DE SPIRITO
September 1, 2019
Kathy, our condolences to you and your family. We will always remember Jim for his hearty laughter, willingness to always help and constant smile.
Tony and Claudia Whitman
September 1, 2019
Kathy our sincere condolences on Jim's passing. We shall always remember him at Spinnaker Cove.
Andrew Dauphin
September 1, 2019
Remembering all the fun times growing up. Condolences and prayers.
Sue Walden
September 1, 2019
Jim was such a fine man. Always had a smile on his face and a kind word for everyone. Excellent role model for others. He will be missed greatly.
Maurice Martineau
August 31, 2019
James will be remembered in our prayers.
The Martineau Family.
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5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
French & Rising Funeral Home - Goffstown17 South Mast Street, Goffstown, NH 03045
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