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Warren Seckendorf Obituary
He was a retired Captain of the Salem Fire Department and during his career served as a volunteer with the Atkinson, Danville and Plaistow Fire Departments. At times he managed the Atkinson Animal Control and instructed EMT/Paramedic classes in the local area.
Warren was a good soul. No matter the circumstances he was willing and able to do whatever was necessary to help anyone in need. He was a teacher and mentor to many. His presence never went unnoticed as he could easily be spotted with his full head of salt and pepper hair, bright blue eyes, dark mustache and welcoming grin. He was a problem solver for many no matter how big or small the issue. In his spare time he enjoyed spending time with his friends, family and dog Pluisch, woodworking, his Harley and above all helping all walks of life. Another passion of his was meal time, but as big as his appetite was his heart was bigger. He was loved by many and will be missed by all.
Surviving members of our family include, his father, Howard Seckendorf Jr., and his wife Meridith of Florida, three daughters, Krysta Seckendorf of Sandown, N.H., Kara Robitaille and her husband Jeremy, and their two children Greyson and Sophia of Litchfield, N.H., and Kaleigh Seckendorf of Haverhill, Mass., the mother of his children Melany Steves of Hudson, N.H., one brother, Darrell Seckendorf of Florida, four sisters, Deborah Bundza of Rochester, N.H., Becky Ruel of Old Orchard, Maine, Mary Seckendorf of Rochester, N.H., and Kerry Seckendorf of Denver, Colo., his companion, Donna Butterfield-Loopey and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his mother, Marion Seckendorf and by a brother, Howard Seckendorf III.
SERVICES: Calling hours will be held at the H. J. Grondin & Son Funeral Home, 177 North Main Street, Rochester, N.H., on Thursday, April 7, 2016, from 12-2 p.m., and 4-6 p.m. A funeral service will follow the calling hours on Thursday at 6 p.m., in the chapel of the funeral home. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in memory of Warren Seckendorf to Brattleboro Retreat's Uniformed Service Program atwww.brattlebororetreat.org/donate-usp or mailed to P.O. Box 803 Brattleboro, Vt., 05302. To sign the on-line guest book, please visitwww.GrondinFuneralHome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Warren Seckendorf
Catherine Alexander
March 29, 2025
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Jim & Cathy Alexandet
Kazzie Ott
March 29, 2025
You are missed dear Smokey it was always fun to chat on Facebook. You just had a good way about you
Kaz Ott
March 29, 2024
You are remembered, my friend.
Kazzie Ott
March 29, 2023
Never forgotten Smokey... sure miss our Facebook chats.
James and Cathy Alexander
March 31, 2022
I remember Warren very well as he came to my house in Danville and helped do some siding as I had no idea how to do it. He did a lot of work along with Mary Burnett I am ever so grateful for all there help and I miss smokey to this day RIP
James & Catherine Alexander
March 30, 2022
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Kazzie
March 29, 2022
You were a good soul. That said is all...
Jim & Cathy Alexander
March 29, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Thanks so much for helping us with our house! We couldn't of done it without you! Love Jim & Cathy Alexander
Kaz Ott
March 29, 2021
I sure miss our Facebook chats...
AJ BODENRADER
April 1, 2020
THERE ARE KNOW WORDS TO DESCRIBE MY FEELINGS IN MY HEART WHEN I HERD OF YOUR PASSING . SO I WONT EVEN TRY .I HOPE AND PRAY THAT YOU ARE IN A BETTER PLACE AND HAVE PEACE IN THE ARMS OF OUR LORD ,REST EASY MY FRIEND MY BROTHER MY FELLOW FIRE FIGHTER ,,, REST IN PEACE,,, DEAR LORD HEAR MY PRAYER'S
Kazzie Ott
March 31, 2020
You are missed Buddy.
Jim & Cathy Alexander
March 30, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Jim & Cathy Alexander
Kaz Ott
March 29, 2019
Smokey, I enjoyed you so much. You will always be remembered.
Marc Lefebvre
April 26, 2016
So sorry to hear of Warrens passing. I have lost touch with Warren over the years but I new him well in High School. I remember him as a very laid back and friendly person and he always made you feel like he was glad you were his friend. R.I.P. Smokey
J Bober
April 12, 2016
I'll have a burger for ya Smokey. God Bless. You were such a kind and gentle guy, you'll be missed by so many.
April 9, 2016
Kara
So sorry to hear about your father my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this most difficult time
Peace
Mary Dempsey
Catherine Alexander
April 9, 2016
With my deepest sympathy for such a great loss of Smokey! My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends, in this time of sorrow! Although Smokey passed through our lives briefly!He was so helpful to us in our time of need!He knew what to do and was very learned at what he did! He volunteered to help us with our siding! We appreciated it so much, and Mary Burnett who asked him to help!Not only did he help us! But he was a new friend and he would have always been welcomed in our house!God called him to be at his side!We are privileged to have known such a nice man!I'm so saddened by his loss! As are his friends & family!!!!! RIP Warren (Smokey)
Donna [Pomerleau] Landolfi
April 8, 2016
Remembering Smokey from high school days, with the love of his life, Melany by his side and his quiet smile that always made you feel good inside when you passed him in the hall. Always the gentleman, and such a terrific basketball player and all around great guy. I will keep him alive in my memories and I send hugs and condolences to his daughters, and to Melany too, and also to the Seckendorf family, who has had to endure yet another huge loss. My love & prayers go out to you all.
Dave Emanuel
April 7, 2016
Sorry for you loss, Warren was a great man. He was one of the guys that I looked up to when I first started taking fire school classes with him back in the 80's. He inspired me to become more interested and committed to the fire service, which has been a great career for me! Thinking about you guys!
April 7, 2016
All of us at Feuer Lumber send our heartfelt condolences upon the loss of Smokey.
Feuer Lumber, Atkinson, NH.
Cornerstone VNA
April 7, 2016
All of us at Cornerstone VNA extend our deepest condolences upon the loss of Warren. Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to all of his family and friends at this time.
James Alexander
April 7, 2016
I am so sorry to hear about Smokey's passing. He was such a nice guy. He came to my house in Danville to help me with my siding and if wasn't for his help it would never have gotten down. Thanks to Mary Burnett for asking Smokey for his help.He did a lot of work for me and would not take anything in return.My heartfelt condolences go out to all his family,such a big loss.
April 5, 2016
To the Seckendorfs. My heartfelt condolences go out to all of you for the loss of Smokey. Like you, I am finding it difficult to digest. He was always doing something kind for others and always had a funny comment that made everyone in the room break out in laughter. There was never a wonder why his big brother was always so proud of him. I will be with all of you in spirit and am sending hugs your way. Krysta, Kara, Kaleigh ... an extra one for each of you. Love, Cheri
Jim Dutton
April 5, 2016
You were a great nephew and I enjoyed your hugs as much as those of your three beautiful girls. I hope you can be at peace and still be with all of us every day. I'll miss you and think of you often as will all of your family. Our prayers and thoughts for your girls, your sisters, and your Dad.
Uncle Jim
Tom Riley
April 5, 2016
My thoughts are with all of Warren's family and friends. Along time ago I played basketball with Smokey (back in Jr and Sr High in Rochester). When I was sick a few years, he heard what I was going through and we renewed our friendship through email. His support gave me hope at that time, and the compassion he showed me at that time really showed how much of a loving person he was. I will miss him and remember him most for those gifts!
Cheryl (SFD)
April 5, 2016
Dear Krysta, Kara and Kaleigh, it's difficult to find the appropriate works to express my sadness. It's been years but it seems like yesterday when you would come to the house for cookouts and pool parties. Your dad was such a radiant, fun and all around great person. He was never far from my thoughts. When I called him, he would drop everything to help me out. He always enjoyed my cooking and we would reminiscence and laugh about the antics of days gone by. Your Dad meant a great deal to me and I will cherish all of the wonderful memories I have. May he enjoy eternal rest and the rich rewards he surely earned. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May your special memories bring you comfort during this difficult time. Please stay in touch. If there is anything you need, please let me know.
Joyce Fall
April 5, 2016
My heart and thoughts and prayers are with his family. In school I looked forward to seeing him smile and say hi, not something everyone would do . It was an honor to have known him. I know that I will miss that smile as so many will. Rest in peace dear Smokey,and fly high on those golden wings.
Cheryl Ritchie
April 5, 2016
Dear Krysta, Kara and Kaleigh, it's difficult to find the appropriate works to express my sadness. It's been years but it seems like yesterday when you would come to the house for cookouts and pool parties. Your dad was such a radiant, fun and all around great person. He was never far from my thoughts. When I called him, he would drop everything to help me out. He always enjoyed my cooking and we would reminiscence and laugh about the antics of days gone by. Your Dad meant a great deal to me and I will cherish all of the wonderful memories I have. May he enjoy eternal rest and the rich rewards he certainly earned helping those in need. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Wishing you comfort, peace and courage to face the days ahead and loving family memories to hold forever in your hearts. Please stay in touch. If there is anything you need, please let me know. Cheryl (SFD)
Maria & Steve Aucoin
April 5, 2016
We are so sorry about this awful shock for all of you. I will miss him terribly, Smokey was such a great cousin and person. Hope he is in peace with his Mom and Howie, he can also see my Dad and have a cup of coffee with him, just like the old times at the Dunkin Donuts in Salem. Love to all
Kristi Bancroft
April 5, 2016
May you rest in peace, Smokey. I only recently met you, but immediately sensed what a loving, caring man you were. I am grateful for all of the love and kindness you imparted on my dear friend, Donna, during some difficult times she experienced; you really helped her get back on her feet. From reading your obituary, I can tell how much you meant to many people and how greatly you will be missed.
Charles Moore
April 5, 2016
So sorry to the family after hearing the sad news.
April 5, 2016
TO THE ENTIRE SECKENDORT FAMILY: Our deepest sympathies for your loss . Rhona & John Panteledes
Barbara Marsh
April 5, 2016
Debbie and family,
I am s0 sorry for your loss. He sounds like a very giving and kind man.
Robin Pento
April 5, 2016
Time for eternal happiness Smokey...
Robin Pento
April 5, 2016
Mary, Becky, Debbie,and Family and Friends of Smokey...My heartfelt condolences for your loss. I am certain that Smokey, Howie, and your Mom are all together and are at peace. Love to all of you.
Sincerely,
Robin
April 5, 2016
My Deepest Sympathies to the family, I am so sorry for your loss.
Melanie Cantin
Jim Brown
April 5, 2016
Debbie, sorry to learn of the passing of Smokey. We had a lot of good times back in the days of Luneau's
Lori Glidden (Paradis)
April 5, 2016
Debbie, Pat, Jeff, and Brian, So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all.
Lori and family
Karen Fugate
April 5, 2016
Eternal flame for your memory
Robert and Karen Fugate
April 5, 2016
I did not know Smokey personally only as a child in Warner Robins Ga AFB. But through his family I do know he was a very special son brother dad and grandpa. Our hearts go out to you now in your time of loss and days to come your healing. Prayers for the whole family now and forever. RIP.
Karen Carlson
April 5, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Art Griswold
April 5, 2016
Smokey thanks so much for what you did for Danville Fire. You were a mentor to the younger guys and women. They looked up to you and respected you so much. Thanks for the great talks we had. I will hold them in my heart forever. You will be missed. Rest easy Brother.
Art DFD
Pat Morgenstern
April 4, 2016
Krysta, I'm so sorry for your loss.
Alice Campbell
April 4, 2016
My deepest sympathy and hugs and prayers to the family.
Alice Campbell
SFD
Retired dispatch supervisor
"Nana"
April 4, 2016
Rest In Peace my friend May the Angels meet you at the Pearly Gates and bring you to the eternal light of our Heavenly Father may it shine on you for forever.
Brenda Platek
April 4, 2016
Rest in peace my man u wil be missed by all of us love you
Kaz Ott
April 4, 2016
Smoke....you will be missed.
John and Terry Connelly
April 4, 2016
So very sorry to hear this sad news. Our deepest sympathy and prayers to all of the family.
Aj Bodenrader
April 4, 2016
TO my friend, My fellow firefighter the wonderful dad you had turned out to be words can not express the empty feelings we all have in our hearts ,we must try to understand the pain is real and there is no way to make it easy . So we move on and feel that you are in a better place with JESUS and the rest of guys from the fire service that have found a safe and carefree home . Smoke you of all people deserve your place in heaven at the right hand of the FATHER, please look down and take care of your friends and family ,this I pray in the name of JESUS CHRIST amen .. R.I.P. MY SON
Becky Seckendorf-Ruel
April 4, 2016
Smokey,
With Love, Michael, Becky Gregory Laura Kevin & Jennifer Ruel.
"I loved you then, I love you still. I always have I always will."
Julie Grugan
April 4, 2016
My prayers and thoughts are with all of your family. Smokey was such a kind man. Although I hadn't seen him in years, he let me know here and there that he cared. I hope when it's my time he will be one of the first to greet me. That thought has given me great comfort. I pray all of you are comforted as well. ♡
Warren Coonrod
April 4, 2016
Please accept our heartfelt sympathy. Warren was a one of a kind person with a great laugh and a wonderful heart.We will remember him as a co worker at SFD, a trusted friend and a truly great person. Many fond memories of time spent together. Warren and Sharon Coonrod
Elaine (Stewart) Belkas
April 4, 2016
I cannot express how saddened I am by Smokey's passing. I had know him many years ago when he was on the Atkinson Fire Dept. and he was such a dear friend. I am so very, very sorry.
Mark Penny
April 4, 2016
It was an honor & pleasure knowing you Smokey, thanks for all you've done.
Jane Dutton
April 4, 2016
Kara, Kaleigh, & Krysta, Uncle Jimmy and I are sending you our thoughts and prayers your way. Your Dad loved you girls to the moon & back. He was a wonderful man, always helping others and being there for anyone who needed help. He did a great thing to teach you girls to "give the best hugs" !! Our hearts are breaking as are yours but he is watching over us and God is here to make us get through this. Love you !!
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