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Gerard Lachance Obituary

Gerard Andre Lachance

April 17, 1939 - April 17, 2025

Gerard "Gerry" Lachance, 86, of Hooksett, New Hampshire, passed away peacefully on his birthday, April 17, 2025. Born in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, Gerry was a graduate of Providence College and spent over two decades as the General Manager of a residential property management firm before retiring in 2001.

Gerry called Hooksett home, where he built a life filled with humor and warmth. He was predeceased by his beloved wife of 39 years Sybil Koehler Lachance, and leaves behind three children: Lisa Boynton, Steve Lachance, Brenda Lachance Owens and 2 stepsons: Michael Koehler and Jeffrey Koehler. He is also survived by his brother, Johnny and his sister, Maddy, as well as his stepsister, Teresa, and eight grandchildren.

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Published by Union Leader on May 10, 2025.

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