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Lionel Lemay Obituary
Lionel A. Lemay, 86 formerly of Goffstown died Tuesday August 19, 2008 at Ridgewood Healthcare Center of Bedford, after a 10 year battle with Parkinson's Disease.
Mr. Lemay was born Oct. 25, 1921 in Manchester, and was the son of Eugene and Aldea (Lemay) Lemay. He was raised and educated in the Manchester area, and was a lifelong resident of Goffstown..
Prior to his retirement, Mr. Lemay was employed with the State of New Hampshire as a brick mason, and worked primarily in the Concord area. He was an avid carpenter, who built his beloved home on the Piscatisquog River. He also enjoyed all types of carpentry including building furniture and other types of woodworking. His favorite hobby was music, he played many instruments including the guitar, banjo, and violin. He was also an avid boater and fisherman. Mr. Lemay was a Polio survivor, and was a member and former Vice President of the NH Network of Post Polio Survivors.
He was predeceased by his wife Elizabeth (Cutting) Lemay who died in 1991, and by his three sisters.
In his life: Members of the family include his daughter Helene Lemay Hanks and her husband David of Manchester, a granddaughter Robin Lemay Small and her husband Nicholas, and 5 great grandchildren, 3 sons, Dave Lemay, and his wife Denise of Port St. Lucie, FL., George Lemay of Pembroke, and Ernie Lemay of Goffstown, a granddaughter Leana Lemay and great granddaughter Noelle. A step daughter Deborah (Cutting) Hayes of Canterbury, a step son Frederick Cutting of Penacook, and several cousins in Quebec, Canada.
The French and Rising Funeral Home of Goffstown is in charge of services.
There are no calling hours. A committal service will be held Friday at 9:30 am, at Mount Calvary Cemetery of Manchester in the Mausoleum, where he will be entombed next to his wife.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to: The Parkinson's Disease Foundation 1359 Broadway, Suite 1509 New York, NY 10018.
For more info., or to sign an on-line guestbook go to www.frenchandrising.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Sponsored by Helene Lemay Hanks.
Helene Hanks
August 19, 2013
My Dad,
Forever Loved, forever missed, forever remembered. Today it has been five years which seems like yesterday, may he rest in peace. HLH
Helene Lemay Hanks
March 27, 2013
On March 23rd Lionels son George entered heaven, we hope heaven is made of pure love and forgiveness. We hope its a place where we can all reunite and together experience eternal happiness. May a father and son rest in peace. HLH
January 1, 2013
The holidays have once again passed although it has been 4 years since Dads departure to heaven, he is thought of and remembered each and every day.
The holiday has become more difficult and empty without him. He is missed more as time moves on to 2013. HLH
HLH
October 25, 2012
October 25th, time passes but memories never fade. Happy Bithday To My Dad
August 19, 2012
August 19th, 2012
It seems so long ago that my Dad (Lionel) left for his journey to heaven. He is thought of everyday and missed so very much. Memories of him live on within the hearts of those who loved him so dearly. HLH
March 28, 2012
March 28th, 2012
Times never erases the loss of a father. Dad (Lionel) is thought of each and every day. He is missed very much by all. A father,grandfather and great-grandfather whose memory will always remain in the hearts of those who loved him. Memories of his life will be told to the newer generation who did not have the privilege to meet him. May he rest in peace. HLH
Helene Hanks
December 26, 2011
December 26th, 2011
Another Christmas has passed, but memories of my father never fade away. The memory is simply extra vivid during the holiday seasons. We miss our loved ones who once joined us to celebrate special days. There is a seat at the table that once spelled his name but now it's empty. My Dad is dearly missed each day and during the holiday season. HLH
October 25, 2011
October 25th, Happy Birthday to my Dad who is dearly missed......HLH
June 20, 2011
Fathers Day June 19th,
As years pass by the memories of my Dad remain vivid in my mind, He is missed each day, thought of each day and I am thankful he was my DAD. HLH
January 31, 2011
Time passes by and not long ago it was November,Thanksgiving, December, Christmas, New Years Day, January 2011... days pass by but the memories of my Dad are never forgotten. He is missed each and every day... HLH
October 26, 2010
October 25th, 1921 was the day my Dad Lionel was born in Manchester, NH.
I find it difficult when I can't wish him a "Happy Birthday"
May he rest in peace until we meet again. HLH (Daughter)
June 20, 2010
June 20th, 2010
Memories routed to cyberspace never knowing where those messages will end up at the end of time.
Today is Fathers Day and I wish to thank my Dad for life and for being.
I think of him every day. HLH
Lionel's House he built in the1950's.
April 14, 2010
My Dad loved the home he built with his own hands, its easy to understand why.
April 14, 2010
March 31, 2010
March 31, 2010
The memories of my Dad will forever live in my heart. HLH
August 19, 2009
It has been One year since my Dad's journey to heaven.
I think of him every day and miss him dearly. Hopefully we will meet again in heaven. Memories of him live on. HLH
Helene Lemay Hanks
February 6, 2009
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
Russ Dunn
January 23, 2009
I had the priviledge of helping Lionel during the time I worked at Ridgewood. He was a gentleman, and we enjoyed our conversations about music. I would love to have seen him perform, as i am sure he was a talented player.
I am sorry for your loss, but know he has reached his heavenly reward.
Robin (Cutting) Sweatt
September 12, 2008
I was very sorry to hear of Lionel's passing, I have many fond memories of spending time with him and my grandmother.
CLAIRE & BOB SIMARD
August 25, 2008
DEEPEST SYMPATHIES TO ALL THE FAMILY. JUST SEEING YOUR DAD'S PICTURE BROUGHT BACK SO MANY WONDERFUL MEMORIES OF FAMILY GATHERINGS AT YOUR HOUSE.
Roland Carignan
August 25, 2008
Friend in grammar school and during
th war. Lost contact after mariage.
HENRY BEAUDET
August 20, 2008
MAY YOU KNOW OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY, IN THIS YOUR TIME OF SORROW.
DEEPEST SYMPATHY.
HANK,GEORGE AND ED BEAUDET
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