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David M. Anctil
1951 - 2020
David M. Anctil
1951 - 2020
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David Anctil Obituary
David Michael Anctil
May 13,1951-June 8, 2020
David Michael Anctil, 69, a lifelong resident of Rochester, NH peacefully passed away at his home on June 8th surrounded by his loving family.
Dave was the oldest son of Antonio (Tony) and Jacqueline (Shaw) Anctil. David attended St. Mary’s School, Spaulding High School (Class of ‘69) and Plymouth State College (Class of ‘73).
David played football, coming up through the Rochester system, eventually pioneering the creation of the Plymouth State football team. Accolades include: selection to NHIAA All State team and competing on the NH Shrine Team (69).
Dave and his wife Becky frequently loved to go ‘wilderness camping’. No big surprise, as they were always most content when simply enjoying the company of each other. A love story for the ages!
Employment history included working at the FBI in Washington, DC, Next, a 20 year career in financial services with MetLife, during which he received many insurance industry accolades.
He and Becky truly loved home renovations and worked side-by-side swinging hammers, creating remarkable transformations within the homes they lived.
David was never happier than when cheering on his children’s sports endeavors, especially ice hockey.
As a civic minded resident of Rochester, David’s crowning achievement for the city was his tireless efforts to ‘resurrect’ the Rochester Ice Arena. In February, the community recognized his contributions as a member of the Rochester Arena Commission with the establishment of the ‘Anctil Cup’...an award bestowed on the winner of the annual Spaulding/Dover hockey game.
David is survived by his wife of 44 years Rebecca (Allen) Anctil. Sons Dan Anctil and wife (Michelle), Ken Anctil and wife (Natalie). Both sons and wives live in Park City, UT. Daughter Kristin Allard and husband Rowdy and their children Liliana and Brady of Newfields, NH. Along with brother James Anctil, wife Pam of Wolfeboro NH and sister Cheryl Douglas and husband Kurt of Rochester, NH.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday June 13, 2020 at 12:30PM at
St. Mary’s Church 71 Lowell Street, Rochester NH
Graveside Service at Rochester Cemetery Franklin St. Rochester, NH
Please consider a donation to the Alzheimer Association (alz.org)
In David’s name.
To sign the online guestbook please visit www.edgerlyfh.com
Paul Blackadar
June 19, 2020
We went to Spaulding together, Plymouth State and were in the insurance business together. Wonderful man and he will be missed. So sorry for your loss.
John Spear
June 18, 2020
To the family and friends of Dave Anctil, please accept my condolences.
Roger W Harriman
June 15, 2020
May God comfort you in this hour oF sorrow.
Tracy Sherles
June 13, 2020
Cheryl, I am so sorry for your loss. I remember David as one of the few older brothers who would tolerate giggling girls. I am thinking of you and wish I could be with you to give you a hug. God Bless you and your family.
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Les and Sue Horne
June 13, 2020
Becky, Sue, and I are thinking of you all, our prayers are with you. I worked very close with one of the finest police officers Rochester ever had David Dad. They were a wonderful family and their Dad would tell me all about them and the entire family activities.
Paul n Suzan Desmarais
June 12, 2020
Becky, Jim, Cheryl and family our thoughts and prayers go with you Dave will be dearly missed!
Rick and Kristin Hubbard
June 12, 2020
Becky, we are deeply saddened to learn of Dave's passing. He loved his family and community. He was an all-around terrific and caring individual. You, and the entire family, are in our prayers. Find comfort in knowing he is at peace and in God's presence. May God bless you, your children, and family.
Frank Wereska
June 12, 2020
Enjoyed knowing Dave from his 1970 pledge class having been in the previous one. Was very proud to have him as a fraternity brother. It seems he had a life lived well. He will be missed. Becky and family, I am sorry for your loss.
Marge Webster Warren
June 12, 2020
Becky, how time and life has flown by since the days at Sunny Villa. Sounds like life as been good to you and David. Cherish your memories and treasure your family as your Angel watches from above.
Carol Lepene Trudel
June 12, 2020
So sorry to hear about David. My deepest sympathies to the family. I've known David and his family since the early 60s we lived across from them on Darrell st. My prayers to all.
Fred & Betty Chisholm
June 12, 2020
Sending our deepest condolences to Becky and the entire Anctil family. May God guide you through this time of grief.
John McKernan
June 12, 2020
Great memories of the last 50+ years with David. He will be missed.
Doris St. Pierre
June 12, 2020
Sorry for your lost .
Wendy Winslow
June 12, 2020
So very sorry to hear about Dave. May you hold on to the special memories you have to keep him close always.
Mike and Nancy Lagueux
June 12, 2020
So sad to hear about my childhood best friend. Sending our deepest condolences to Becky, Jim and Cheryl and the rest of your family. We just returned from Florida. We do not want to expose anyone but we are in quarantined due to Covid19 but truly wanted to be there. Sending love to you all,
Harvey Bernier
June 11, 2020
wonderful man and wonderful neighbor. A real asset to our community.
the world would be a much better place with more like him. God bless you and your family. You are all in my prayers.
Rebel & Terri Allard
June 11, 2020
Becky and family,
Wishing you peace and comfort during this sad time.
With love and prayers.
JJohn and Teresa Connelly
June 11, 2020
David was a wonderful man and a good friend. He made a difference and will be missed by many. Deepest sympathies to the Anctil family.
Kathleen Cawrse
June 11, 2020
David was loved by so many .... and thats because he was kind and loving, fun and thoughtful. What a wonderful husband, dad, and man he was... we are heartbroken. Sending so much love to you all.
Sue Blanchette
June 11, 2020
Oh Becky I'm so sorry to hear of your loss of your husband. I want you to know that my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time. May you hold all of your wonderful memories close to your heart.
Claire Trepanier
June 11, 2020
So sorry to hear about David's passing. A wonder person with a wonderful family, my deepest sympathy. What we have once enjoyed, we can never lose. Praying for all, sending love.
Jacqueline Callan
June 11, 2020
I am shocked and saddened to read about David. Deepest sympathy to his entire family.
Joanne Gray
June 11, 2020
Dear Cheryl,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother David. I hope that you will only keep the happy memories! Sincere sympathy to you and your whole family. With love,
Joanne Gray
Kim Pelletier
June 11, 2020
I am so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. He was such a wonderful person and will be missed. Sending prayers to all the family ...
Barbara Marsh
June 11, 2020
Becky and family,
I was sorry to hear of Dave's passing-many good memories.
Susan Hall Collins
June 11, 2020
Jim, Pam and family,
So sorry for the loss of David. Thinking of you and sending sincere condolences.
Rob & Meghan Mayo
June 11, 2020
We are so deeply sorry for your loss. Dave will be truly missed by so many. We are thankful for everything hes done for the community. He was so genuinely nice, as is the rest of his family. We love you Anctils.. our hearts go out to you!
Dick & Judy Fabian
June 10, 2020
Our family shared the neighborhood on Ten Rod Rd. with the Anctils for many years and watched David , Jim and Cheryl grow up and succeed . David had his Dad's smile and personality which I experienced at Seabrook where Tony and I worked the main security gate together . David had those friendly people qualities which were invaluable in his occupation choices , and I was one of his clients . Too young , too soon for a fine gentleman . David your family and friends hold you dear and you will be missed . All our love , Dick & Judy Fabian
Dale Bickford
June 10, 2020
I have known Dave for over 30 years. He was a very positive and giving person that unselfishly worked to improve the community of Rochester and leave it a better place. He was a genuinely good man that will be missed by family and friends. God bless you Dave!
David Keller
June 10, 2020
To the Anctil family sorry for your loss but at least Daves pain and suffering has ended.
David Keller
June 10, 2020
I was a young coach and I would wrestle Dave before sprints.
Living Floor
June 10, 2020
Very sorry to hear of Dave's passing. I remember him as a one of the nicest teammates on the 1969 Shrine team, and as a tough, and very good football player, but a better person. Rest in peace, Dave.
Madeleine Auger
June 10, 2020
I am so shocked and saddened that Dave left us so soon. I first met Dave as he recruited me to join the Rochester Arena Commission in its infancy. We had many meetings and spirited discussions in the effort to bring the Arena to its special place in Rochester for everyone to enjoy. Dave was the long term Chairman and driving force and never quit until the day he could no longer lead the charge. Just last summer, he gave me a personal tour of all the improvements made to the facility and we sat reminiscing like we did in the old days. I will dearly miss him.
James & Annette (Levesque) Horne
June 10, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Nancy (Millette) Childs
June 10, 2020
I am so sorry to hear of David's passing. I went to school with him and he was one of the nicer guys. David, "May you soar like an Eagle fly like a Dove as you watch over the ones that you love." May you rest in peace in the arms of our heavenly Father. God Bless your family at this time.
Butch Brown
June 10, 2020
awful sorry for your loss David was a great person he will be missed but not forgotten
Jim Twombly
June 10, 2020
Very saddened to read Dave's obituary this morning. I first met Dave and Becky while coaching their son Danny in Little League. Dave was so proud of the recent improvements he helped orchestrate at the Rochester Ice Arena. Jean Anne and I extend our deepest condolences and Prayers to Becky, family and friends. Dave was a wonderful, caring man and neighbor.
Mike Beaudoin
June 10, 2020
Jim & Pam, Cheryl & Kurt, I was saddened to hear of Dave's passing. He did well for himself and for others, and will be thought of often.
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