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Beverly Balch Obituary
Etna, NH - Beverly B. Balch, age 65, passed Wednesday, December 10, 2025.
A full obituary will be published in an upcoming edition of the Valley News.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Ricker funeral home & Crematory.
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for Beverly Balch
Evan Showell
December 17, 2025
Dear Jeff, Marilyn, Debbie, Mikayla & Betsy - Bev was my first real "crush," when I was probably 11 or 12. That was when the Showell and Breed kids were thick as thieves on Sheep Island. I used to sit with her on the front porch of the cottage on Sheep Island while she had her breakfast. I´d already eaten, but I couldn´t wait to see her. The kids used to play store together with a little plywood storefront Charlie and Marilyn rigged up. Those were idyllic days from my youth that won´t be forgotten.
Bev had a magical smile and was unfailingly kind. Truly a friend to all. You could tell even back then that she was a special person. I weep as I write this. The world is truly worse off without her. She will be sorely missed by many.
You all have my deepest condolences.
Janine L Scheiner
December 16, 2025
Dear Jeff, Mikayla and Betsy, I am so very sorry to hear this devastating news. Beverly was one of the kindest people I've ever met. We first met when Betsy and Logan were taking gymnastics in Norwich--when they were 4! Her smile was simply transcendent. May her memory be a blessing. Pace e ben, Jan Scheiner, Peter Mills and the whole family.
Brillo
December 16, 2025
I am so very sorry for your family´s loss. I never had a contact with Bev without getting a big smile from her. She will be missed
Cornelia Hoskin
December 15, 2025
My deepest condolences, Jeff and family. Wishing you peace and comfort.
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Ellie & Ron Farr
December 13, 2025
Jeff & Family,
So sorry about Bev. Our thoughts and Prayes are with you.
Douglas E Dennis
December 13, 2025
Have not seen you in many years. RIP will see you on the other side.
Doug & Joyce Dennis Marianna, Fl.
Steve Toulmin
December 12, 2025
I first met Beverly around 2005 when she was in a pivotal life moment. At that time, she became an incredible addition to the Ray School special education team. For the next 15 plus years, Beverly kept our department ship legally afloat with her clerical strengths. She dismissed our encouragement to get fully certified, being a humble one, but really she was that good. She pursued specialized literacy training that made her even more invaluable, as she stretched our intervention capacity with her exceptional teaching of students. Your energy, humor and "let's get it done" approach are missed. All the best to family.
Aimee Bittinger
December 12, 2025
I enjoyed getting to know Beverly and she will be missed. Her skill set is was rare and very important to me as I began a new job. My thoughts go out to her family and loved ones.
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