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Daniel Fleetham Obituary
He was born in Canaan on Feb. 5, 1912, to Ernest and Fanny (Cobb) Fleetham. He operated the Cobb House as well as Canaan Radio and TV Shop from 1946 ro 1965. He served as the Judge of the Municipal Court of Canaan from 1952 to 1982.
He was the Founding President of the Canaan Lions Club in 1952 and served as its president again 50 years later. He was an active member of the Boy Scouts of America, receiving the Silver Beaver Award and Award of Merit. He served as Lodge Advisor of Passaconaway Lodge 220 of the Order of the Arrow for over 20 years, receiving the Founder's and the Centurian Awards. He is an 83-years member of Theta Chi Fraternity, and received the Theta Chi For Life Distinguished Service Award. He attended his sixth Theta Chi National Convention in Atlanta this past July and was recognized as the "Oldest Guy in Theta Chi" by unanimous Convention Resolution. He was a Past Master of Summit Lodge No. 98 in Canaan and currently served as the Tyler. He was a 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Mason.
He attended Norwich University, Class of '34, and graduated from Belknap College in 1972 with a BS in Business.
Judge Fleetham and his late wife, Betty, were active with the Mascoma Senior Center for over 25 years in the "Meals on Wheels" Program.
Family members include one son, LTC Daniel W. Fleetham Jr., USA (Ret.), and his wife, Linda, of Canaan, N.H.; granddaughter Dana (Fleetham) Erb, and her husband, Chris Erb, of Dayton, Ohio, and one daughter, Patte (Fleetham) Sarausky, and her husband, Steve, of Laconia, N.H.; granddaughter Stephanie (Sarausky) and her husband, Ky Elsener, of Zurich, Switzerland; and one grandson, Kyle Sarausky of New York, N.Y. Judge Fleetham is also survived by eight great-grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his wife of 63 years, Betty (Boyle) Fleetham, in 2003.
SERVICES: A Celebration of Life will be held at Canaan Hall in Canaan on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2016, at 6 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made in his name to Theta Chi Fraternity, P.O. Box 503, Carmel, IN 46082; Passaconaway Lodge, OA, Boy Scouts of America, 571 Holt Rd., Manchester, NH 03109; or Social-Summit Lodge No. 50, P.O. Box 113, Canaan, NH 03741-0113.
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Memories and Condolences
for Daniel Fleetham
Elisabeth Harris
September 1, 2020
May we treasure your memory for as many years as your years of life and service to those around you. 103 years is a life well-lived. Rest in peace with other scouters.
September 27, 2016
Judge Fleetham was such an influence on our Scouting Careers. As two other Scouters expressed in their signing of this book. Enjoy your visit with former Scouters around the campfire. Joe & Bev Trisciani
Walter Franklin
September 26, 2016
Find comfort in the knowledge that while peace has come to Judge Fleetham, he lives on in the hearts and memories of those whose lives he touched.
Rest in Peace. Your labor is complete.
Sincerely,
Walter Franklin
Norwich University - Class of 1969
Sarah Henrich
September 23, 2016
Daniel Fleetham, Sr. was an inspiration and wonderful student of history and the life of Norwich University. He and his son were strong supporters of the Sullivan Museum at Norwich, and shared many, many wonderful stories with us. We have appreciated all of his contributions over the years. Our condolences and best wishes to the family during this time.
Thomas Aldrich
September 23, 2016
Our condolences to the Fleetham family with our thoughts and prayers. COL and Mrs Tom Aldrich, USA (ret)
Frank Hammond
September 19, 2016
I first met Dan when I was a teenager back in the summer of 1945 working for his parents at The Cobb House on Canaan Street. On one occasion, he had come home on leave from the service, and being a 12 year old child, I hero worshipped him and was flattered when he would pay attention to me by engaging in friendly wrestling matches with a giggling kid on the side lawn of the inn. I had very fond memories of the man.
Frank Hammond
September 19, 2016
I first met Dan in the summer of 1945 when I was a teenager working for his parents who owned The Cobb House, an inn on Canaan Street. Dan, who had been in the service, on one occasion, came home on leave. As a 12 year old kid, I hero worshipped this veteran of the wars who took the time to pay attention to me and fool around by engaging in friendly wrestling matches on the side lawn with a giggling kid who was flattered by all of this recognition. I have fond memories of this man's kindness and empathy for others.
Dennis Parshley
September 18, 2016
My condolences to the Fleetham family. I first met Dan at Belknap College in Center Harbor where I worked and he was in charge of buildings and Grounds as well as being a house parent, with his wife Betty, for Coe House. We later became "neighbors" on the same road. We were both involved in scouting and attended many of the same meetings.
September 18, 2016
My condolences to the Fleetham family. I remember Dan from Belknap College In Center Harbor where I worked and Dan and Betty were house parents at Coe House and Dan was in charge of Buildings and Grounds. I remember being neighbors in Center Harbor and attending many of the same scout functions with him. He lived a long life may he have eternal rest with friends and family with the Lord.
Dennis Parshley
Canyon County, Idaho
Bob and Betty Harris
September 17, 2016
Thank you for all you did for scouting. May you spend happy hours conversing with people like Max Silber, Paul Potvin, Bob Eno and the many scouters that are waiting your arrival.
September 16, 2016
Sincere condolences goes out to the Fleetham family for your sad loss. May GOD be with the family for your sad loss.
Robert Verge
September 16, 2016
Condolences to the Fleetham family.
Sincerely
Robert Verge
Norwich Class 69
Linda Sullivan Garland
September 16, 2016
As a child of about six years, I went with my dad, George Sullivan (h.s. principal at the time) to Dan's house on Canaan Lake to pick up our first television (second one in town; Dan had the first). I remember him well and how highly my dad spoke of him. Many are my memories of living in Canaan--all good. Dan was a man who left a legacy.
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