Peter Lewis Stephens

Peter Lewis Stephens obituary, Somersworth, NH

Peter Lewis Stephens

Peter Stephens Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by J.S. Pelkey and Son Funeral Home on May 16, 2025.

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Peter Lewis Stephens 76, long-time Rollinsford resident died Sunday May 11,2025. Born to Lillian (Bosnac) and Steve Stephens on June 8, 1948 in Boston, MA. Peter's life was marked by dedication to his family. Having met the love of his life, Priscilla Jean Fletcher, they were married for 55 years. At the age of 21, Peter enlisted in the U.S. Air Force. As part of Peter's tour abroad, they lived in Spain, flourishing in the culture. After leaving the Air Force, Peter found his place in the workforce, employed by Davidson Rubber for 18 years and then spent another 25 years with Home Depot, where his commitment and work ethic made him a respected team member.
However, it was Peter's love of his family that truly defined him. Peter and Priscilla built a life of memories and shared moments that will live on in the hearts of their children.
Outside of work and family, Peter found peace in the simple joys of life - feeding the birds, gardening, watching the train go by, doing Jumble word puzzles, and listening to talk radio.
Those who knew him will remember his quiet demeanor, ever present kindness and the devotion to the people he loved.
Peter leaves behind his beloved wife Priscilla, two sons Robert and his wife Julie, Scott and his wife Renee, daughter Heather Haggett and her husband Chris. And several grandchildren; Molly, Bradley, Tyler, Peyton and Andrew.
Friends are invited to visit with his family on Thursday, May 22, 2025 from 10-11 am in the First Congregational Church, UCC 15 High Street North Berwick, ME 03906 Followed by a funeral at 11am in the church. A reception will follow in the church parish hall with burial in New Town Cemetery in Rollinsford, NH at 2:30.
Online condolences may be made by visiting www.jspelkeyfuneralhome.com
In Lieu of flowers, please consider donating to either The National Audubon Society or to an animal shelter of your choice.
Care for the Stephens family has been entrusted to the JS Pelkey and Son Funeral Home.
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David Choate

May 17, 2025

Priscilla:

Betty and I are in shock about Peter's sudden passing as Betty just saw you a couple of weeks ago and you mentioned how Peter was still working at Home Depot. Our prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time.
David

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