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BORN
1940
DIED
2015
Charlotte Buxton Obituary
Charlotte was born in Newport, to Ralph and Priscilla Hamel on Dec. 19, 1940. She grew up in Sunapee with her three sisters, Ruth, Shirley and Norma and brother, David.
She is predeceased by her husband, Bruce E. Buxton, who passed away in 2007.
She leaves behind her son, Scott Buxton and his wife, Kara and two very special grandchildren, Kayla and Gavin all of Canterbury. She also leaves behind other family members as well as many dear friends.
Charlotte worked at the Bow Baker Free Library for over 20 years and was active in the Bow Community and the Bow Mills United Methodist Church. If you did not know her from the library then you probably passed her in the early morning hours on the roads of Bow where she faithfully speed walked every morning. She was a great cook/baker, had a love for reading and enjoyed her garden. She loved animals and leaves behind her cat, Georgia Mae Peach. Charlotte was very involved in the community and enjoyed many groups, such as the Happy Hookers, the Bow Garden Club, and the United Methodist Church. She was devoted to caring for others in the community, helping with meals, calls, driving, visits and more.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, Sept. 11, at 11 a.m. at the Bow Mills United Methodist Church, 505 South St., Bow.
In lieu of flowers, please offer donations to the CRVNA Hospice House, 240 Pleasant St., Concord NH, 03301.
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Memories and Condolences
for Charlotte Buxton
Joanne Wirta
September 3, 2022
I will always remember Charlotte's zest for life and her happy spirited countenance!
Becky (Venne) Eschenburg
September 15, 2015
Scott, I'm very sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. She was a very kind lady. My prayers are with you and your family.
Karen
September 15, 2015
I met Charlotte at the library when I first moved to Bow 14 years ago. She felt like an old friend the first time I met her. She was so warm and welcoming and kind. She has been a patient of ours and I had the pleasure of seeing her often. I really will miss her. God bless Charlotte and her family.
September 13, 2015
Our condolences to Scott and his family from the Dyment family of Fred & Peggy.
Rita McDonald
September 13, 2015
I only knew Charlotte for the last couple of years but got to know what a remarkable woman she was and witnessed the strength and courage that she mustered to endure extreme challenges. All believers are saints according to scripture but we can be sure that this saint will have many stars in her crown. My deepest condolences go out to Scott and family.
September 13, 2015
I met Charlotte years ago when we both lived at the same place in Manchester. We have kept in touch all these years...we both lost our husbands to the same kind of cancer. I always called her "Charly"...had a wonderful visit with her just a week before her passing. She was a wonderful, caring person and I am so happy that she was part of my life..so many wonderful memories. My sincere sympathy to you in your loss...she will be truly missed...she is at peace now.
Matt &michelle Bailey
September 10, 2015
You're a very special neighbor especially to my dad Chip Bailey ,thank you for all your service to this town and to all your neighbors, now your with Bruce, another great person in our neighborhood.
September 10, 2015
Scott and family. So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. Bob and I will always remember her smile as well as the contributions she made to our Bow community. We knew your folks for over 25 years.
Pat and Bob Hammond (now in Reno, NV)
Jonathan Hanson
September 9, 2015
Charlotte was one of the finest people you could ever know, our community was lucky to have her, she cared for everyone. To her family, my deepest condolences.
September 9, 2015
Scott and family, Charlotte was such a special and kind friend. We enjoyed her loving and compassionate personality through the years. We were lucky to have known her. We treasure all of our wonderful memories of her. We will miss her greatly! Love, The staff of Cilley Veterinary Clinic
Mary Boucher
September 9, 2015
Charlotte was a great neighbor when we lived in Bow, a ready smile at the library, and one powerful dog/speed walker! I was so impressed. I remember her patiently weeding her ground phlox. Overlaying all of this was her smile, and kind, generous heart.
We are all less for her passing.
September 9, 2015
Charlotte,
You were an unforgettable neighbor and treasured friend. I will never forget all the fun times we had together. You will be very sorely missed by me and my whole family. With much love, Bonnie
Nancy & David West
September 9, 2015
We are so thankful to have known Charlotte for close to 53 years. She was kind, loving and always smiling, no matter what. She will be missed by our town and the many people that have known her either through her church, the library, the Happy Hookers, the Bow Garden Club or just seeing her out walking her dog or, later, her borrowed dog. Our prayers go out to Scott and his family. We are thankful she is now with Bruce.
joanne Gagnon-Wirta
September 9, 2015
Scott,Kara & children...
Charlotte was a HS classmate who was always smiling, clowning around and fun to be with. She continued that same persona through out her lifetime. She will be sadly missed by all who knew & loved her.
Sharon
September 9, 2015
Charlotte was a beautiful,kind soul. She will be fondly loved and remembered by all who knew her. Thoughts go out to her family.
Dennis & Cathy Mayo
September 9, 2015
There are many people you meet in your lifetime and some are very special. Charlotte was such a person, it was great to know her.
Pat
September 9, 2015
My life long friend of 60 years. I treasure all the memories we made and will never see a button without thinking of you.
Love and miss you.
Laura Gagne
September 9, 2015
I feel so blessed to have had the chance to be friends with Charlotte. She was a remarkable person who had a beautiful heart. Left lots of amazing memories to treasure. You will be missed dearly.
Lynn
September 9, 2015
Tim & I are thankful to have gotten to know Charlotte. I enjoyed our time together. We will miss her dearly.
Lynn Dreghorn & Tim Perkins
Tim Perkins
September 9, 2015
Our condolences to the family. She was a dear friend to us. We enjoyed time spent together. Such a nice lady who will be missed.
Sherry Patten
September 9, 2015
Scott and family, my sincerest thoughts, prayers, and sympathy to all of you during this very difficult time. My Mom and I absolutely, positively loved your Mom and Dad with all our heart. She will be sorely missed, as your Dad was when we lost him. With love always and a very heavy heart.
CHESTER CHENEY
September 9, 2015
SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOST. SHE IS WITH THE LORD NOW.
RUTH RUSSELL
September 8, 2015
GOD BE WITH YOU CHARLOTTE..
I LOVE YOU.. YOUR SISTER
RUTH HAMEL RUSSELL..
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