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Brian passed peacefully at home on November 20, 2025, with his loving family by his side. Brian was born on August 1, 1952, in Manchester, NH to Howard E. Heselton Sr. and Mary A. (Gideon) Heselton.
Brian lived in Auburn, NH since the age of 1 year old, attending the Auburn Village School and then Manchester Memorial High School.
He was the owner and operator of On-Grade construction where he did the groundwork for several local builders.
His greatest joy in life was his family. Brian enjoyed many family activities such as camping in our beautiful NH mountains or visiting the lakes region for a day of swimming and relaxation. He also enjoyed taking the kids out hunting or fishing, creating memories that will last a lifetime. He greatly enjoyed riding his Harley with his friends and family.
Brian was pre-deceased by his brother, Howard E. Heselton Jr. of Manchester, and his parents, Howard E. Heselton Sr. and Mary A. Heselton of Auburn.
Brian leaves behind his wife of 35 years, Vivianne A. (Nault) Heselton, his daughter, Sheila Williams and her husband, Johnnie of Midway, GA, his son, Brian J. Heselton Jr. and his partner, Kimberly Dubois of Auburn, his sister, June M. Heselton of Auburn, and his grandchildren: Cody Ubhaus of Manchester, Frank Ubhaus and his wife, Dakota of Auburn, Anthony Valentino of Midway, GA, Tyler Rhea and Samantha Rhea of Midway, GA, Collin Heselton of Allenstown, and Connor Heselton and Amelia Heselton of Auburn. He is also survived by his great grandchildren, Abigail, Cody Jr., Vincent, Evelyn, and Rhysand, many nieces and nephews, and his faithful companion, Roxy.
He was loved by many and will be missed with all of our hearts, rest in peace to my love, father, grandpa, brother, son, uncle and friend. Until we meet again.
Any services held will be done so privately at the convenience of his family.
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