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Frank Getchell Obituary
He graduated from Dover High School Class in 1954 and had resided in Barrington since 1987.
Frank was a U.S. Air Force Veteran having served his country for 20 years retiring as Master Sergeant in 1974. Following retirement from the Air Force, Frank worked for 30 years as an auto technician for Montgomery Wards and Walmart. Frank was a member of the Knights of Columbus and the American Legion Post #8.
As a child Frank especially loved sailing with his dad. Frank was an accomplished dancer. He enjoyed ballroom, country line dancing, and clogging. He spent numerous hours working in the woods near his home and enjoyed his many neighbors in Barrington.
Frank leaves behind his wife of 30 years, Lauretta (Fogarty) Boyle Getchell of Barrington; two daughters, Deborah and husband Larry Hanks of Portsmouth, Kimberly Luce and husband Daniel of Louisiana, stepchildren Sean Boyle and wife Susan of Barrington, Terry Boyle and wife Patsy of Olathe, Colo., Karen Berube and husband Glenn of Manchester, and Colleen Baker and husband Jerry of Strafford. Frank loved his grandchildren relishing their frequent visits.
SERVICES: A time of visiting will be Friday, May 5, 2017, from 9-10 a.m., followed by the funeral at 10 a.m., at Tasker Funeral Home, 621 Central Ave., Dover. Burial will follow in Pine Grove Cemetery, Barrington. Please go to www.taskerfh.com to sign the on-line guest book.
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Memories and Condolences
for Frank Getchell
Gary Mau
June 3, 2020
Frank you are an awesome person and it was an honor working with you.
RIP my friend
Bob Culton
May 9, 2017
I remember Frank from our days playing baseball at Henry Law Park and as a classmate at DHS. I valued his friendship. We have lost a great guy.
Joe Lavigne
May 9, 2017
I have known Frank since I bowled with him a the Dover bowl we were on a team back in the 70's , then later he moved to Barrington just down the street from our house, I enjoyed stopping by while he was working on his fire wood, he was a great guy he will be missed, If you ever need anything Loretta just give me a call.
( Grant) Mike Hickman
May 5, 2017
I remember the good times, playing hockey, etc. The last time we saw each other was at a class reunion. Time sure has a way of flying by. My sympathies to your family.
Nancy Parent
May 5, 2017
Frank was a fun-loving and kind gentleman, and a wonderful neighbor. I will treasure the memories of those afternoon coffee chats.
Rhonda
May 4, 2017
Loretta, my thoughts, love and prayers are with you. I remember step dancing lessons at your house. Frank was such a joy to be around.
Rhonda
Richard Labrie
May 4, 2017
RIP Frank, I remember the days at DHS was a classmate of Frank "class of 1954".condolences to his Family.
The Gagnon-Manns Family
May 4, 2017
Our deepest sympathies to the Getchell family. Frank will forever be remembered in our hearts. We will miss his smile and support. He was an amazing man. God took anther angel.
May 3, 2017
If Frank took dancing instructions from Marie Hagar in Dover many years ago, I remember him as quite the talented young man. May he rest in peace.
Cornerstone VNA
May 3, 2017
Cornerstone VNA sends our deepest sympathy on your loss.
Cathy (Toland) Kilpatrick
May 3, 2017
I knew you from my infancy. Rest in Peace, Frankie.
May 3, 2017
To the Getchell Family:
On behalf of a grateful nation, and
the VFW Auxiliary/Post #4485 in Somersworth, NH, we wish to express sincere appreciation for the honorable service given by your loved one, and send our deepest condolences on your loss.
VFW Auxiliary President,
Cathy Burns
Anthony Suarez
May 2, 2017
Grandpa, I wish I had a little more time with you. 31 years as your grandson doesn't seem like enough time. But my time with you in this world will continue to be special. I'll make you proud in my duty to my family and my love of God.
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