John "Jack" H. Defren

From the very first time we met Jack and Peggy we knew we loved them ! We were neighbors in Aruba and loved to take excursions and hang out with them on the beach . Jack was so charismatic and so genuine. He was as real as it gets and that I loved so much about him . He always made me smile. We will miss him dearly.

Jack & Peggy have been dear friends. Jacks love for life, his love for Peggy, and his charming fun sense of humor brightened our days at CMC. We loved Jack and will miss him very much. He always smiled regardless of how difficult the day was. So sorry for your loss Peggy. We love you and are here for you.

Jack was a super person and a excellant salesperson as well . We worked together selling Toyotas at Queen city toyota in manchester many years ago and he was always fun to be around Rest in peace Jack.

Jack was my best friend for 35 years. We worked at various occupations together. We partied together (a lot!)

Jacks wife Peggy and my wife Connie joined us on many occasions sparked by Jacks sense of humor.

We will deeply miss you pal!

Heres to you!!
Love Ron and Connie

Jack was good guy and teach me how to play golf. MY deepest sadness to peggy.

Jack was a great guy, always had a gleeful smile no matter how he was feeling. The type of guy who was too busy trying to help others feel at ease rather than sharing the rough spots along his journey. Peace be with you my brotha from another motha, make sure you have that cold one waiting for me when I get there!

Peggy, our deepest heartfelt condolences on your loss. May your faith show you the way. ❤

Mr. Defren, Thank you for your service RDM Windham NH

Jack was a great friend. My deepest condolences go out to his wife Peggy and family. He will be greatly missed.

Well Jack must be playing golf with Walt. The pictures I have of them playing golf I will always treasure. May he rest in peace. So sorry for your loss Peggy and I truly understand how you feel.God be with you and watch over you.

I would always look forward to my Christmas trips to Grandpa Jack and Peggys. Whether it was our trips to Chuck-e-cheese when I was young to watching Patriots games. We always spent it smiling and joking throughout over a few (maybe too many!) of Peggys famous cookies and a root beer or two. No matter how tough things got Jack never lost his humour and he was never shy to make a witty comment which would light up a room. Im forever grateful to have the memories I made with Grandpa Jack and Peggy and will always hold onto them dearly. I have no doubt hes watching over all of us now, looking after his best friend and wife Peggy and continuing to cheer on his beloved Patriots.

With love and happy memories,

Always in our hearts, we have the fondest memories of Grandpa Jack and our Christmas visits over the Years. Jack's wonderful sense of humour always had us laughing and we could clearly see Peggy was his World until his resting day. Sadly missed but cherished memories we will keep.

Love always,
Jane, David and family
Cork, Ireland

To the Defren Family:

On behalf of a grateful nation,
and the Department of NH, VFW/Auxiliary District #7, we wish to acknowledge your loved one's service to our country, and send our deepest condolences on your loss.

District #7 Chaplain,
Cathy Burns

I was fortunate to visit with Peggy and Jack last month with Nubia...As usual, hearty laughs
and great stories were exchanged...Will miss my special friend . God bless Peg.

What a lovely write-up, Peggy, and again, I am so sorry for your loss. He was truly one-of-a-kind and how I have missed the frequent stories of your escapades together on the ride home from Boston each night. Never a dull moment!

Take care, and never hesitate to reach out to us for anything. ❤

Dana

Forever in our hearts, Jack will be dearly missed. We will always remember him with love and fond memories. Love always from Ricky and Pam.