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Joseph Fremeau Obituary
Born in Manchester, NH, he was the son of Joseph O. and Cecelia (Ganley) Fremeau. He was a lifelong resident of the Queen City.
Joe graduated from Trinity High School, Class of 1973. He earned a bachelor's degree in business administration and economics from the Whittemore School of Business and Economics, University of New Hampshire in 1977.
Until his retirement, Joe was the proud and successful owner of Fremeau Appraisal, Inc. since 1986. His professional designations included Member Appraisal Institute as well as Senior Residential Appraiser. He held licenses with the State of New Hampshire as a Certified General Appraiser and Licensed Real Estate Broker.
Joe dedicated his time and talents to many local affiliations. He served as president of the Society of Real Estate Appraisers - New Hampshire Chapter; chairman of the Professional Standard Committee - New Hampshire Chapter - Society of Real Estate Appraisers; chairman of the Membership Committee of New Hampshire Commercial Investment Board of Realtors; director of NH Commercial Investment Board of Realtors; and member and chairman of St. Mary's Bank Board of Directors for twelve years. He also held membership with National Association of Realtors; New Hampshire Association of Realtors; New Hampshire Commercial Investment Board of Realtors; Young Advisory Council Society of Real Estate Appraisers; Legislative Committee of the Appraisal Institute - New Hampshire Chapter; Revolving Loan Committee with the City of Manchester; and the New Hampshire Association of Assessing Officials.
Joe was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He loved being with his family who brought him endless pride and joy. Joe will be remembered for his kind, caring disposition, and gentlemanly ways. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hiking, biking, swimming, skiing, and spending time at his second home in Lincoln, NH. Joe also took immense joy in attending his children's basketball games throughout their playing careers. He was loved by all who had the pleasure of knowing him, as he left an indelible mark on every single life that he touched. Joe will be profoundly missed by his family, friends, and colleagues.
Family members include his beloved wife of thirty-six years, Constance "Connie" (Kounelas) Fremeau; a son, Joseph "Joe" C. Fremeau of Boston, MA; a daughter, Whitney F. McCormack and her husband, Simon, of Cincinnati, OH; a granddaughter, Makenzie; two brothers, Michael Fremeau and his wife, Hollie, of Rye and Brian Fremeau of Manchester; one niece and three nephews.
Services: A walkthrough wake with masks, social distancing, and limited interaction with the family will be held Tuesday, December 21, 2021, from 4 to 7 PM at Connor-Healy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 537 Union Street, Manchester, NH.
The funeral will be held Wednesday, December 22, 2021, with a mass of Christian burial to be celebrated at 10 AM in Saint Joseph Cathedral, Pine Street, Manchester, NH. Masks and social distancing are required.
Burial will follow in Saint Joseph Cemetery, Bedford, NH.
For those who wish to make a donation in Joe's name, the family requests contributions be sent to:
St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation
in Memory of Joseph G. Fremeau
172 Kinsley Street, Nashua, NH 03060.
For more information visit: www.connorhealy.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Fremeau
VIRGINIA FARLAND
January 14, 2022
I´m so Sorry for your Loss ! Joe was a very respectful person. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Former Parking Control Officer
Pam Weilbrenner
January 4, 2022
To all of the Fremeau family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Thomas Martin
January 3, 2022
I'm sorry for the lateness of this note. Joe was "the best". A true gentleman. I can't think of the proper words. I'm sad. I'll be thinking of Joe, beach days at "Manchester by the Sea", aka- Rye. Y days. I'm sorry, so sorry.
Louis B.Applebaum
January 2, 2022
This fella when he was just a teenager had a statesmanlike aura. He said " LB" like a senator when I first met the hunk as a young teenage boy. Rest Joe. Your were always, always a fine,fine gentlemen. LB
Pamela Goucher
December 29, 2021
Dear Connie and family - I just heard of Joe's passing and am so very, very sad. Joe was a wonderful person. We often chatted before or after work on Stark Street, and he would come into City Hall often on business. I have missed seeing him since he closed his business. He would always ask about my son and I would always ask about Whitney as they were classmates at Central HS. I will always remember Joe as being a very kind and calm person. He will be missed by many people....Pamela Goucher
Michele LeBrun
December 28, 2021
On behalf of the Board of Tax and Land Appeals, we would like to express our deepest sympathy to Joe's family. Joe was a well respected member of the appraisal community and always a gentleman when interacting with the board and parties before the board. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Guy A. Ouellette
December 23, 2021
My sincere condolences to the entire Fremeau family during this difficult time. Please find comfort in knowing that Joe is at peace and in good hands. A wonderful and gracious person to everyone he ever met. I will always cherish my memories of him. Rest In Peace.
Nancy and Jay Dufour
December 23, 2021
Please accept our sincere sympathy.You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike Robinson
December 23, 2021
We live in a very busy time. dominated by doing this and doing that. My memory is Joe always took the time to say hello and chat for a few minutes. He never seemed rattled or in a hurry to brush you off. The world is a bit different today.
RIP
Marc and Mary McGuire Lussier
December 22, 2021
Connie, Joey and Whitney, We are all so shocked and deeply sorry for your loss- and so grateful to have crossed paths during our Smyth Rd and youth sports years with such a devoted (and infinitely proud) husband and father, a warm and funny bleacher buddy, and such an extraordinary gentleman. His fine qualities surely live on in all of you, Makenzie, and the many family and friends who love him. It's beautiful that his funeral was the day after winter solstice, when light overcomes darkness. God bless all of you.
Neil Cote
December 22, 2021
Dear Mike and Brian:
So sorry to hear about Joe's passing. I remember him well from our THS days and later while your firm helped me unload a distressed property. Joe was a fine athlete and an even better man. My late father had the chance to work with him years ago and spoke highly of him. While we can take comfort that Joe's at peace, much sympathy is due to his family. Let's all keep the faith.
Andy and Anne Bartlett
December 22, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss, and very grateful that we were able to spend a recent summer day with you both.
What a beautiful difference one single life made.
Mark & Joanie McQuade
December 21, 2021
Connie, Joe & Whitney, There are no words for this. Please know that we have such fond memories of your family. We will always remember Joe's smile, laughter and warmth.
Paulette and Zach Duhaime Cote
December 21, 2021
Our deepest sympathies and prayers to all the family.
Scott Tickler
December 21, 2021
Mike, Brian,Connie and Family, My deepest condolences to you and your Family, We had some great times in our younger years , Remember all the good times you had together as this will help with the difficult times. Our Prayers are with you. Joe will be missed by all.
tim fahey
December 21, 2021
Dear Mike,Brian,Connie and the entire Fremeau family, my deepest condolences on Joes' passing. I was shocked when i heard. Joe was a wonderful person, always smiling and happy. He will certainly be missed.RIP Joe
Gerry Tautkus
December 21, 2021
Sorry to hear of your passing Joe. You were a truly good guy. Always a happy hello. Never a negative word. From meeting you at St. Catherine's to playing football high school football against you seeing you at the "Y". Always good to see you. You will be missed.
Bonnie Guevin
December 21, 2021
Joseph was such a kind gentle person and always there to help. I was sorry to hear of his passing and send my condolences to his family. Forever in your hearts and memories.
Anthony Haley
December 21, 2021
A first class gentleman who will be sorely missed. RIP Joe. Tony Haley
John Kane
December 21, 2021
We had a lot of fun over the years. From the football fields at Trinity, the summers on the coast, a trip to visit all the European capitals, and fun skiing on Loon Mt; Connie and family you lost a great Husband, Dad, and Brother. I will never forget a his great smile, a hard handshake, and a great attitude. Until we meet again.
evelyn kantor
December 21, 2021
Dear Connie
So very sorry for your loss. I remember many wonderful memories of you and Joe back on Stark St.
You certainly complimented one another.
Take comfort in the pleasant memories.
with love & sympathy,
Ev Kantor
Nancy Toli
December 21, 2021
My sincere condolences to the entire Fremeau family. May his memory be eternal.
Sandra Oliver Ientile
December 21, 2021
Dear Connie and Family My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Joe was such a good, kind and thoughtful individual who will be greatly missed. It was a pleasure to have known him through St Marys and the Real Estate Community.
Alex Rodriguez
December 21, 2021
Dear Connie and Family:
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in my prayers.
Effie Hunt
December 21, 2021
Mike, my deepest condolences to you and your family.
Chris Thibeault
December 21, 2021
I´m saddened to hear of Joe´s passing. What a great guy. May his family and friends remember all the good times. My prayers are with you in this most difficult time. RIJOE
Vickie Kalil
December 21, 2021
Dear Connie and family,
My sympathies to you and your family during this difficult time. I'm so sorry for your loss. I know how you feel....
Louis Manias
December 21, 2021
Connie & Family,
I have had the great pleasure and privilege of knowing joe for almost all of my 30 plus years as an appraiser in New Hampshire. Joe is one of the few appraisers who is most respected by all in the state and by me personally. His willingness and generosity to share information and discuss those odd situations with me will truly be missed. I have a great respect for Joe and will miss him terribly. He was a gracious and kind man which extended well beyond the bounds of our profession. I am proud to call him an esteemed colleague and friend in this business. My prayers go out to you and your entire family through this very trying time. May his memory be eternal
Jack Murphy
December 20, 2021
Connie and Family; Mike, Brian and all the Fremeau family.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. I was shocked when I heard of this yesterday. He, as well as all of you, are among the best people I've ever met. Joe will surely be missed by ALL that knew him; but no one more than you, I'm sure. God Bless† Joe, and God Bless† you all.
Shelby Goupil-Glander
December 20, 2021
Connie, Joey and Whitney
The memories of Joe will always be special. Joe was the kindest man and treated everyone with respect and kindness. The times spent with our young families at Loon were some of the best memories I will cherish. “ You can’t kid a kidder”
May you Rest In Peace and always be that special angel to your beautiful family
Meletios & Laura Christy
December 20, 2021
My sincerest condolences to the Fremeau family. Anyone who knew Joe would only have kind things to say. These same sentiments extend to the entire family. I feel very lucky to have first known Joe in real estate appraising and later through CHS. May his memory be eternal.
Jamie Bartlett
December 20, 2021
I´m very sorry to hear of Joe´s passing. We were friends and neighbors as children for many years on North River Road. My deepest condolences to the family, Mike and Brian. May he Rest In Peace.
Siobhan and Gerry Tautkus
December 20, 2021
Connie and family, so very sorry. We had no idea Joe was so sick. Gerry was just recalling that Joes dad was his Godfather and Charlie was Joes. Those two men were close friends and cooked that up. So nice.
I’m sorry we won’t be there for wake or mass but know all the folks who will be there will make things better for all. We will keep you in our prayers. God bless.
Paula Tsiatsios Pierce
December 20, 2021
Connie - our deepest sympathies for the loss of your beloved husband. May his memory be eternal - Paula and Mark Pierce
Nancy Provencher
December 20, 2021
When someone you love becomes a memory,
the memory becomes a treasure
May you be filled with many treasures of his beautiful life. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Mark &Lisa Ouellette
December 20, 2021
May all the wonderful memories of Joe, light the way for comfort and peace for his family. Connie, our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Maryann Dunn
December 20, 2021
Dear Connie, Whitney, and Joe, We were so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. He was a very kind, articulate, and caring man! He loved his family very much and would lite up talking about his children! Joe had the best smile always on his face when you met him. We will remember him as a gentleman always! Your family are in our prayers at this difficult time. Sincerely, Mark and Maryann Dunn
Barbara Thompson
December 20, 2021
Dear Connie,
This is heartbreaking news. Thinking of you and your family at this sad time.
Mitch Jacoby
December 20, 2021
So sorry to hear of Joe's recent passing. I had the great opportunity of learning the appraisal business from Joe and greatly appreciated his knowledge and expertise. He was also "salt of the earth". Joe will be missed.
John Boyd
December 20, 2021
Mike, and Brian, the loss of your big Brother Joey was hard news to hear this past week. I last saw him at Michael’s graduation party at the beach house. We talked a little about old times. I shook his hand and headed out with a smile on my face from sharing those memories. He was a Beach friend to me growing up. He was a big part of your family and the whole beach gang. This week we have to say good bye and it is now more important than ever to hold on to the fun loving times shared, the beach touch football games, basket ball games and swimming on Jenness Beach that was a bond between us all. In hard times like these, God can give us healing from sorrow through sharing and reliving strong happy memories. I know I will be thinking of him this week with fondness and smiling, while remembering his big wide smile, along with the times I worked as a bus boy at the Dunes while he was a bartender upstairs, the fun we had running around that place will always hold a spot in my chain of memories of the Jenness Beach Crew. God now holds him and he is anew in his love and smiling down on us all from above. Joe you were a special guy with Gifts you shared with those around you. You will be missed, and until we meet again, I know you walk a beach somewhere smiling. John Boyd
Bruce Taylor
December 20, 2021
I knew Joe as a colleague.He was always pleasant and very helpful if I called on him for information on properties he was aquainted with. Infact when my family needed an appraisal in New Hampshire I asked Joe to do it as I trusted his honesty and judgement implicitly. I will will miss seeing and visting with him at the Appraisal Institute meetings.in Sympathy . Bruce Taylor
Rick & Sue Soucy
December 20, 2021
We are so sorry to hear about Joe. Our sympathies to your family.
B. Alec Jones
December 20, 2021
I knew Joe and worked closely with him at Fremeau Appraisal for 30 years, and have nothing but the deepest respect for Joe, and gratitude for all those years together. He was a friend and mentor - a friendship I will always cherish. He will be missed by family and friends. My thoughts are with Connie, Whitney, Joey, Michael, and Brian. God will give you the strength needed at this time.
Nick Ashooh
December 20, 2021
So very sorry about Joe’s passing. He was a world-class gentleman. A wonderful person. Deepest sympathies to his family.
Pattie and Mike Disabato
December 20, 2021
Connie, Joe, and Whitney sending our love and prayers we are deeply sorry for your loss. Joe was a great man and gentlemen.
Dan St Pierre
December 20, 2021
Sympathies to the family. Joe was a salt of the earth nice guy. He was always happy and friendly when ever you saw him.
Dick Horan
December 19, 2021
Connie & family
so sorry to hear of Joe's passing
ever the soft spoken gentleman & a pleasure to run into always
Dick & Karen Horan
Art and Lindy Hassan and Family
December 19, 2021
We send our prayers that your Dad finds a very special place with his loved ones. Our hearts go out to all of you during this very difficult time! We remember your Dad cheering both Whitney and younger Joe one! He was the Best!
Selma Naccach-Hoff
December 19, 2021
Manchester has truly lost one of its most committed citizens, both to his family and to his greater community . Even when his children were not attending Central, the Oracle, the school's literary magazine, could always count on his loyal sponsorship, for which I, personally, was always most grateful. Please know you all have my very deepest sympathy on this untimely loss.
Tom & Tracy Roche
December 19, 2021
Joe's kind and gentle mien was sunlight to all who knew him! Tom and I are blessed to have known Joe and called him a friend. We lift prayers to God to comfort and heal broken hearts --Connie, Joe, Whitney, & the entire Fremeau family.
Eileen Bernard
December 19, 2021
I am so sad to learn of Joe's passing. I remember Joe as a kind, considerate gentleman from long ago. One of a kind for sure. Heartfelt sympathy to family and friends....particularly Connie and Mike Fremeau. He will be missed by many.
Guy & Coni Chapdelaine
December 19, 2021
Connie and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. Our sincere condolences to you. Joe was a special person. He was always so positive and made every one with whom he came in contact feel extremely comfortable. We will surely miss his warm smile and friendliness to all. Again, please accept our sincere condolences.
Greg Barrett
December 19, 2021
Mike and Joe's family,
My sincerest sympathies on Joe's passing.
Over the past Fifty years I always would enjoy working with and knowing the entire Fremeau family. Thank you Joe for your accommodation, integrity and friendship. I am happy you are at peace.
"May the road rise to meet you".
Clark Dumont
December 19, 2021
Dear Connie,
There is a hole in our world with Joe’s passing.
With his engaging personality, his warm smile, and his infectious laugh, he embraced one and all, and in like, he was embraced.
Anne and I reflect on our happy times at the YMCA, on the gym floor and otherwise, when we think of you as one of our favorite couples. May those times, and so many others throughout Joe’s short life embrace you, your family and friends.
With Sincerest Condolences ,
Clark and Anne
Stephen Stone & Family
December 19, 2021
Connie, on behalf of my family please accept our condolences for the passing of Joe. It saddens me to see him leave so early and I hope you and the family were able to enjoy his time towards the end. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all. God Bless!! May Joe rest in pease.
Dennis Palmer
December 19, 2021
I´m saddened to hear of Passing of Joe. Please know that he will be in our prayers, and thoughts.
Simonne Phelps
December 19, 2021
So sorry for your immense loss especially during this time of year. I feel your pain deeply since I lost my husband 4 months ago. Prayers for comfort, peace and strength in the coming days and months.
A fellow Trinity grad: I was in Mike’s class but I knew of Joe.
Sim (Lemire) Phelps and my sister Sue Lemire
Jerome Duval
December 19, 2021
I'm saddened to hear of Joe's passing. I've known him for 45 years. Always affable and the reliably a gentleman. He's left an indelible mark on his hometown and on those of us in the real estate profession. My sympathy to his wife, children and his two brothers, Mike and Brian. RIP Joe.
Laurie Gill
December 19, 2021
Connie - so sorry to hear about Joe. What a terrible loss. He always had a friendly smile for everyone. I am sure he will be greatly missed. My thoughts are with you at this time. (Laurie Gill)
Kathleen & Gary Blanchette
December 19, 2021
Connie, Joe and Whitney,
Kathleen and I are extremely sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Brian & Sandra Norton
December 18, 2021
Connie,
Our deepest condolences are extended to you and the family upon Joe´ recent passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
John and Linda Noon
December 18, 2021
Connie - We´re so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you at this time. Sending you hugs from both of us.
Peter Pitula
December 18, 2021
Connie, I am so very sorry to hear of Joe's passing. Your whole family has my deepest sympathies. Joe was such a great guy. This is such a loss
Sue and Dan Devine
December 18, 2021
Connie, Joe, and Whitney,
Danny, Julie, and I are so to hear of Joe's passing. We have many fond memories of the times that we spent with your family and thought the world of Joe. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
peter stanhope
December 18, 2021
I am just old enough to have known both Joe and his dad. two fine and respected individuals by the real estate community. Joe was a credit to the appraisal profession and his absence leaves a void that will be difficult to fill with a like class guy. He will be missed by the entire staff of our firm who regularly called on him for his approach to challenging appraisals.
Atty Robert Bossie
December 17, 2021
I am so sorry to learn of Joe’s passing. He was so pleasant to deal with in his capacity as a real estate appraiser. I retained his office many times to assist with my clients needs.
But on a personal side he was a great guy who was fun to be with. Please accept my condolences.
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