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Joseph F. Arsenault
Joseph F. Arsenault
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Joseph Arsenault Obituary
Born March 20, 1921 in Rumford, Maine, the son of Theodore and Antonine Arsenault, he was raised in Berlin, NH. He married Cecile Laroche in 1944 and they lived on Lincoln Street in Newmarket ever since. Joe formerly worked for the Macallen Company in Newmarket, and later was employed by the Town of Newmarket. He was the first president of the Newmarket Senior Citizens’ Organization. A talented musician and storyteller, he enjoyed entertaining friends and performing at Benny’s Barber Shop.
He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Cecile; sons, Leo and wife Toni; Lionel and wife Paula, of South Carolina; daughter, Lorraine Burrows and husband Richard; son, Paul and wife Jody, of Tennessee; son, Edward and wife Mary of Colorado; daughter, Pauline LaBranche and husband Michael of Newmarket; son, Joseph and wife Barbara of Arizona; 20 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; 2 great great grandchildren; two sisters, Delia Lichatz of Florida, and Adeline Hickey of Colorado; several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his son, Theodore, who died in 1990, and a granddaughter, Kelly LaBranche, who died in 1987.
Visiting hours will be Tuesday, Nov. 18, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Kent & Pelczar Funeral Home, Newmarket. For directions or to sign an online guest book, please visit www.kentandpelczarfh.com
Joseph was a member of the Church of St. Thomas More, Durham, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday at 10 a.m. Burial will follow immediately after at Calvary Cemetery, Newmarket.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Seacoast Hospice, 10 Hampton Road, Exeter, NH 03833.
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Janice Rosa
February 23, 2009
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December 31, 2008
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Dad & Mom, Tucson AZ
December 19, 2008
December 15, 2008
Wilma and Bruce Charity
November 21, 2008
I'm writing this for Wilma and Bruce Charity as they don't have a computer and wish to sign the guest book they were Joe and Cecile neighbors for 47 years ,he will be very missed by both of them,with our deepest sympathy to Cecile,children and family
Gail Heath
November 20, 2008
Dear Aunt Cil & family,
Yesterday was a difficult day for all. To say good bye to a loved one is never easy, even though we know deep in our hearts we will all be together one day.
I know I have many fond memories of Uncle Joe. When I was younger, there were many gatherings that Uncle Joe & Uncle Freddie would entertain us with their music. I never got tired of watching and listening to them play.
As an adult, I would stop by Mom's on any given Saturday, and Uncle Joe & Aunt Cil would be over playing many rounds of Skip Bo before lunch (of course keeping score as to who won the most games.)
As my own children grew and graduation celebrations occurred Uncle Joe & Aunt Cil would attend and Uncle Joe would have great fun playing Corn Hole (similar to horse shoes.) Boy, how he loved to have fun.
To make Uncle Joe happy it did not take a lot. If you asked what you could do or get for him, he would have but one request, "I'll take a hot cup of coffee."
Even though he will not be with us to enjoy that hot cup of coffee, the fond memories that we all have of him will stay with us forever.
Love,
Gail
robin jabre
November 20, 2008
To cecile and pauline and all the family ,Joe was a sweet man and as you know we lived next door to him for many years,I'will always remember going next door and swinging on the swing with him when I was very young he never mind us there usually,he will be missed by all,my heart goes out to all the family sincerely robin
Lorraine Blaha
November 20, 2008
Sorry for your lost
Helen Levesque
November 19, 2008
Cecile and Family, My deepest symapthy to all.Will always remember presenting him with the pen. May God Bless you all. Helen
Eugenia Bell
November 19, 2008
Sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
James Lewis
November 19, 2008
Connie and I send your family our condolences and to let you know that all of you are in our prayers.
Diane Costa
November 19, 2008
Lionel, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Irvin Kretzer
November 19, 2008
Arsenault family, I work with Lionel on a daily basis. Mr. Arsenault raised a very fine son. My condolences go out to Lionel and the entire Arsenault family. God's speed and strength to all.
Skip Sergent
November 19, 2008
I am very sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers are with you.
Cheryl Merritt
November 19, 2008
Lionel and family, my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. May God's peace and love be of comfort to you during your time of bereavement and always.
Connie Beasley
November 19, 2008
Lionel, Very sorry to hear of the passing of your father. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Connie Beasley
Dora Cano
November 19, 2008
Lionel,
I am very sorry. My deepest sympathy. Dora
Kevin and Jody Arsenault
November 18, 2008
I have so many special memories of Pep. I wish we had given Kevin more memories. Dad/Pep was always in a good mood, and so friendly. . . he could always find someone to talk to no matter where we were. Love you Pep. We both wish we could be there for the services. Our love to you Mem and to all the family and friends.
Bob George
November 18, 2008
The Arsenault Family
We have missed seeing Joe at the 5PM Mass. Please accept our heartfelt symathy.
Bob, Doreen, Eddie, and Bobby George and (memere) Nora Raymond
Rick Hamel
November 18, 2008
I am sorry to hear of Joe's passing. My prayers are with you and your family Cecile.
Kim & Greg Shelton
November 18, 2008
Pauline & Family.
We were very sorry to hear of your loss. Our prays are with you.
Happy Times
November 18, 2008
Lucien Hayes
November 18, 2008
Dear Ma Tante Cil & Family:
Memories............
When I reflect on mon Oncle Joe's life, my mind races with such wonderful memories. His infectoius grin, his passion for music, his love of playing cards but most importantly, the love and admiration he had for each and everyone of you.
Whenever in Newmarket, I would make a pilgrimage to Lincoln Avenue for a visit. Everytime, mon oncle would take me into the living room, to the gallary of family photos. There, starting with their wedding picture, then those of the children, he would pause to reflect on each persons life and their accomplishments. Words truly spoken with a husband's and father's love.
Memories, they are many! Family gatherings, sleepovers, playing Cowboys, Indians and Army, or just hanging out. The Arsenault and Hayes families were like one. We were not only counsins, but brothers and sisters.
Ma Tante Cil, I thank you, mon Oncle Joe and family for so many wonderful and cherished memories........
Sincerely; Lucien
The Family
November 17, 2008
Younger Fellow
November 17, 2008
Richard & Irene (Renaud) Morin
November 17, 2008
To the Arsenault Family:
We are saddened to hear of Joseph's
passing.Our prayers are with you and him.May he rest in peace.
Tonya Arsenault
November 17, 2008
Well, I'm very sorry that I never got to meet you in person Pep... and that you never got to meet all the 6 children. I know they would have been blessed by your presence, as I would have. The family spoke so highly of you, that I feel in my heart that we have already met. I will meet you one day, in heaven. Mem, I am so very sorry. I cannot imagine the loss that you must feel from losing someone with whom you shared your life and love with. I am always here for you if you need me. I love you.
Sue Tillotson
November 17, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the family of Pepere Arsenault. I had the distinct privilege and good fortune to have met him several summers ago. He and his dear wife were the absolute model of hospitality and good humor. His son Joe models those same attributes today.
May his soul rest in peace. Sincerely, Sue
Lenore and John Palmer
November 17, 2008
Mrs Arsenault & Family; Was saddened to hear of your loss. Please find comfort and strength in one another. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Karen King
November 17, 2008
Please know how very sad we are to hear of Mr. Arsenault's passing! My deepest sympathies go out to his loving wife and all of his children. I know how hard it is to loose a loved one! Hold on to all the wonderful memories you have, and it will carry you through the pain until we all meet again! Much love to Paul, Jody and family!
Dorie Nelson
November 17, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with all the family.
James Arsenault
November 17, 2008
Aunt Cecile and Family
My prayers are with you all. I have such fond memories of playing cribbiage with Uncle Joe and my Dad Joe(Phil). It is a shame our families have grown so far apart but I will always cherish the memories. Please feel free to contact me keep in touch.
Love you all Jimmy
Michael Micucci
November 17, 2008
To the Arsenault Family
Growing up in Newmarket we all seem to know each other. I always remembered your dads stories and how he treated all the youngsters in Newmarket. He will be missed. My sincere condolences.
Josh Arsenault
November 17, 2008
My life will always be blessed having known you Pep....
Afternoon cribbage games....the well-done english muffins....watching wrestling with my grandfather....
I'll miss you
BJ and Lisa Heath
November 17, 2008
Aunt Cil, Pauline and Family...BJ and I were very sorry to hear about Uncle Joe. He was always smiling and very happy!! He will be greatly missed.
Sharon (Chantre) Gordon
November 17, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Cheryl Wagner
November 17, 2008
Lionel, Paula, and family,
My husband and I work with Lionel in Charleston and over the years have looked at many pictures and heard some wonderful stories of his mom, dad and family. We are sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Arsenault and our hearts go out to you all.
Donna Curtis
November 17, 2008
Dear Cecile and family,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss.
With deapest sympathy,
Bruce and Donna Curtis, Newmarket
Irene (Bresideski) Ramsey
November 17, 2008
Pauline,
I just heard of your father's passing and I am deeply saddened. My sincere condolences to you and your family. May he rest in peace and may you and your family find the strength to cope in this difficult time!
Nathan & Sara Arsenault
November 17, 2008
Your legacy and fond memories will live on forever. Our lives will be forever touched by knowing you.
Julien Olivier
November 17, 2008
It was always a joy to see Joe and Cecile in church. I'll remember Joe as the talented fiddle player I first saw perform at the Newmarket Library over 25 years ago. We met when he was suggested to me for this event because he was one of the area's best old time, traditional French-Canadian fiddlers. I also enjoyed seeing him in the hospital and, toward the very end, at the nursing home. My sincere sympathies to Cecile and the whole family.
Mike Cleary
November 17, 2008
When I think of Uncle Joe I always remember how funny and happy he was. He was my great uncle and he still took the time to make it to family get togethers, parades, and other fun events. You will be missed.
Jennifer Mitchell
November 17, 2008
Pauline and Family,
I was saddened to hear of the lost of your father/grandfather. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jennifer, Kyle & Ashley Mitchell
Dick Keller
November 17, 2008
Had some great times when I was young and living next door.I remember Joe playing at Benny's down street. Cecile say hi to the kids for me.
sorry for your loss,
Dick Keller from Michigan
The Staff of Kent & Pelczar Funeral Home
November 17, 2008
Offering our deepest condolences at this difficult time.
Ausline {Ping} Palmer
November 16, 2008
Aunt Cecile ,Family , I'm sorry hear about Uncle Joe 's passing . I never got to know you all, like I should have . My thoughts are with you . Ausline [Ping ] Palmer , Salina ,OK
Irene Pouliot
November 16, 2008
When I think of Uncle Joe, I especially remember the times when we would visit and he would take out his fiddle and my dad would take out his accordian. Together they would play music until it was either time to eat or time for us to go home. I can still see Uncle Joe's foot tapping to the beat of the music and him urging my dad to play "just one more song". I am thankful for these memories. Aunt Cecile, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tom Pettengill
November 16, 2008
Paul, Jody, Pauline, Mike, and family,
So sorry to hear of Joe's passing. Growing up on Nichols Avenue, I always remember him as a real friendly, easy to talk to person. I liked Mr. Arsenault a lot. He brought up some great kids, too. I liked them all. You're all in my prayers and thoughts.
Steven and Jeannette Ellis
November 16, 2008
Aunt Cecile and family - You are all in our hearts and in our prayers during this very sad time. We will certainly miss Uncle Joe. Our favorite memories of him will be of his gift for music. May God be with you all, may you find strength in Him, and may you find peace in knowing that Uncle Joe is in a better place. Love to you all.
(We found this picture of Uncle Joe from 2004)
Aaron & Linda Hopey
November 16, 2008
Paul & Jody and family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ron Hamilton
November 16, 2008
To,Pauline,Eddie&Family I havent seen your father in a real long time.Imoved to florida three years ago.Havent seen your dad for ages please acept my sympathy. Joe was a real good guy. He will be missed Ron Hamilton
John & Muriel Dostie
November 16, 2008
Sorry to hear about your loss. We know he will be missed by the entire family, and friends.
Pam & Kevin Enright
November 16, 2008
We wish to express our sympathy. You, Barb and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tom + Pam Charity
November 16, 2008
Pauline and Mike and Family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Alfred & Rose Pouliot
November 16, 2008
Are prayes go out to all of you and Joe will always be in our hearts and prayes. our deepest sympathy.Love
Allison Jean
November 15, 2008
Aunt Pauline and Uncle Mike, Erica and Denise, I am so sorry for the loss of your father/grandfather. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Fernand & Ella LaRoche
November 15, 2008
Joe will never be forgotten
Even after we lose one
We hold very dear
The warmth of their love
Keeps their memory near
With Deepest Sympathy
Sara Creely
November 15, 2008
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Paul & Jeanne Binette
November 15, 2008
You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time With our deepest sympathy
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