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Albert Couture Obituary

Dover - Albert J. Couture, 78, formerly of Somersworth, passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2016, at the Langdon Place in Dover.He was born on Aug. 26, 1937, in Rochester, a son of Albert and Beatrice (Nadeau) Couture.Albert graduated from St. Martin's Academy and from Somersworth High School, Class of 1955.He served in the U.S. Army.Prior to his retirement in 2000, Albert was employed at AIG for 35 years.He was very active in scouting and exploring and he volunteered with the Red Cross Blood Donor Program and the Somersworth Historical Society.Albert was a very active communicant of St. Martin Church.Survivors include his sisters, Lillian Dube of Rochester, and "Bernie" Dubois and her husband, James of Somersworth; sisters-in-law, Helene Couture and Lillian Couture; nieces and nephews.He was predeceased by a brother, Paul and his twin brother, Robert.

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services: A time of visitation will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2016, at St. Martin Church of St. Ignatius of Loyola Parish, Maple Street, Somersworth, where a Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated, immediately after at 11 a.m. Burial will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Padre Pio Foundation, 463 Main St., Cromwell, CT 06416. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.bernierfuneralhome.net. Care for the Couture family has been entrusted to the Bernier Funeral Home.

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Published by Union Leader on Jan. 14, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Albert Couture

33 Entries

Bob and Betty Harris

January 7, 2021

You are not forgotten. Your example and inspiration lives on with your memory of those who knew you. Rest in Peace, dear friend.

Gil Cartier

January 24, 2016

Bernie and Family,
So sorry to hear of your Brother's passing. May the Good Lord Jesus help see you through this difficult time and may He Bless you all.
Gil Cartier

Russell Bilodeau

January 21, 2016

My sincere condolences to the Al's familyas the State Commander of the Catholic War Veterans of New Hampshire I had the honor & priviledge to workwith Al, he will be sorely missed. His accomplishments with our organization were numerous. This is a big loss for us. It will be very difficult to replace a man like Al.He was not only a valued member, but a dear and dedicated friend. Russell Bilodeau/State Commander CWV-NH

Shirley Noyes

January 18, 2016

My condolences to the family of Al, his two sisters Lillian & Bernie; his brother; and family members. I first met Al when he and his twin brother Bob started working at NH Insurance/AIG. At first I couldn't tell him and Bob apart but as I got to know him, they did not look alike. I worked with Al for 36 years until my retirement and Al always wore a smile. A cheerful guy, smiles all the time, and very dedicated to the Explorers Group. Last time I spoke with Al was at the Manchester Country Club for our annual retirement dinner and we always had many memories to talk about. I kept in touch with Al thru emails. He will be missed greatly.

Denise DeBlois

January 18, 2016

To the family of Albert J. Couture:

On behalf of the Catholic War Veterans, Department of New Hampshire, we wish to offer our condolences on the loss of one of our most highly respected members. Al joined CWV in 1970 and has been an active member of Donald A. Roberge Post 1755 in Somersworth along with the State Department ever since. He served as a post officer and on various committees at the state level. He distinguished himself in many ways - volunteer at parish breakfasts, dinners, fairs and fundraising activities associated with St. Martin Church; volunteer at the Holy Trinity Parish Beano fundraiser; church usher; member of Pease Greeters meeting troops at all hours of the day and night; volunteer at the Somersworth Historical Museum; member of the famous Burger King Daily Politics 101 Breakfast Forum; volunteer and blood donor with the American Red Cross; and performance of Post Honor Detail for departed comrades. Al was the recipient of the Department of New Hampshire Hall of Fame Award in 2012 and was inducted into The Honor Legion of the Order of St. Sebastian (CWV's highest award at the national level) in 2013. His love for God, Country and Home was second to none.

Denise M. DeBlois, CWV National Welfare Officer, State Adjutant, and Post 1624 Commander

Paul & Gloria Adams

January 18, 2016

Bernie and family,
Sorry to hear about Al, I`m sure that he will be greatly missed.Sounds as though he was an inspiration to many people and his memory should be comforting for you and others during this time of sadness. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Christine Messier

January 16, 2016

Bernie and Jim: We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Al. Such a nice man. We are sending our sympathies to you and your family at this difficult time. Christine Messier and family.

cc dickinson

January 16, 2016

Al, what a smile he always had when we worked together with the Red Cross Blood drives. He and I use to have so many giggles over silly things but to us, they were funny. He loved doing his puzzle book, something I will always remember as I do mine. He loved helping others, always with a joy in his heart. His faith will surely be rewarded in Heaven.

January 16, 2016

Members of the Class of 1955 and the Summersworth Museum wish to express our thoughts and prayers to Al's family.

Marian & Marc Perreault

January 16, 2016

Bernie and family,
So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Gene Fox

January 16, 2016

Al was a valued volunteer member of the Daniel Webster Council, BSA Exploring Committee while I was the Exploring Director 1988-1994. His efforts helped thousands of NH young people to explore careers and to learn to be good citizens. His support and caring will be missed.

Sandra Spellman

January 16, 2016

Lil, Bernie
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your families. I enjoyed volunteering with Al at the parish dinners where he served the coffee always with a smile.

Pauline Baillargeon

January 15, 2016

Another classmate passes and will lead the way for us. RIP Albert. You will be missed as you affected many lives.

Carole Bolduc

January 15, 2016

Very sorry to hear of Al passing. He was a great person sorry for your loss I know he will be miss by his family

January 15, 2016

Bernie & family,
Thinking of you in your time of loss.
Norman & Milena Turcotte

Arlene Bean

January 15, 2016

Lil and Bernie: I am sorry to read of your beloved brother's passing.

Billy Dubois

January 14, 2016

Uncle Al, I hope you are at peace. Thank you for everything you have done for me growing up. I have spent a lot of time the past few days thinking about so many good memories. I can still remember you pulling up to the house on weekends with popcorn in hand, whistling out the window of your car to get Toby riled up. Watching the Bruins and Red Sox on TV. Playing hockey with me in the basement rink and many more. You are missed. I love you, Billy

Al Couture at Explorer post 617, about 1980.

Jeffrey Otterson

January 14, 2016

I was a member of Al Couture's explorer post 617. He gave tirelessly to this, and I am sure I was not the only young person he helped and influenced. He helped set me on a successful career, as well as many other young people. He was a fine gentleman, and I will remember him with thanks and respect.

Thank you, Al.

Nick Soggu

January 14, 2016

I am very sorry for your loss.

I got to know Al as our advisor at Post 617 for all four of my high school years. He had a huge impact on my life and my career direction. He will be greatly missed.

Bob and Betty Harris

January 14, 2016

To the family of Al Couture,
You have lost an amazing man. We knew him from scouts and my dad knew him from AIG. Always ready to help anyone. Al was a great man in many ways and we hope his last years were not too hard on him. May many good memories keep him close to your hearts. He will long be remembered by anyone who ever met him. May the Great Master of all Scouts be with him until we meet again.

Richard Gibson

January 14, 2016

Jim and Bernie
We were so sorry to here of Al's passing. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you. Dick & Paula

January 14, 2016

To Al's family: I'm very
sorry to hear the passing of Al. I saw him at
church last Saturday and never thought that today he would be in the obits. I've known him all his/my life. I remember when the twins were born.
My deepest sympathies to you all.
Helene Houde
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January 14, 2016

My Deepest Symapthy Lillian and Bernie.I've known Al for a long time.He was a great man.Helen Levesque

Joyce Wilson

January 14, 2016

Sorry for your loss. My brother (Don) and I knew Al from New Hampshire Ins. (AIG) for many years and Don knew him from scouting. He will be miss by all.

Susan & Steve George

January 14, 2016

We will miss you at church.

Irene & Joe Gelinas

January 14, 2016

You will be missed.

January 14, 2016

It was an honor to serve in scouting with a dedicated scouter like Al. My condolences to his family.
Lyman Cousens, Past President, Daniel Webster Council, BSA

Rob Hoitt

January 14, 2016

I first met Al when I was 15 when I joined Post 617. I remained involved in the Post for several years until AIG ended the program. I went with Al to two National Exploring Conferences, and we used to go to the Red Cross center to give blood together for several years after that.
Al was a great influence in my life, and certainly a great mentor. Five years ago, I was given the opportunity to help start, and be Advisor for a Venturing Scout crew, it was numbered Crew 617 in honor of Al, and all the lives he so selflessly impacted for so many years.

Jeanne & Bob Ferland

January 14, 2016

Bernie and family,so sorry to hear of albert's passing it seems we were friends all of our lives.Al worked with us for years at the parish dinners we served each month.We will miss seeing him.

Val & Elaine Deschenes

January 14, 2016

Bernie and family we are so sorry to hear that Al has passed. We so enjoyed working the parish breakfast with him. Al was very dedicated to his parish and family . Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Val & Elaine Deschenes. Florida

Eileen Shevelin

January 14, 2016

Dear Bernie and family, My heart goes out to you and my thoughts and prayers are with you. I remember seeing Al at the blood drives in Dover and it was always such a gift to be able to catch up on Life with him. God bless you. Eileen

Paul Robidas

January 14, 2016

Al was a good man. You could always count on good conversation when I saw him. RIP my friend.

Roger Couture

January 14, 2016

My sympathies to the family , my favorite cousin as we knew each other . Al may your soul rest in peace my friend .

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