Michael E. Remington

Exeter - Michael E. Remington, 73, of Exeter, died June 19, 2014, at his home.He was born July 24, 1940, in Manchester, the son of the late Harold E. and Mary E. (McLaughlin) Remington. Mr. Remington was a graduate of Bishop Bradley High School, living most of his life in Dover before moving to Exeter in 2000. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1958 to 1963.After serving in the military, he worked for many years at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard as a submarine systems manager and the chief weapons engineer.He was a member of the K of C in Mystic, Conn., AOH of Hampton, U.S. Submarine Veterans (USSVI) and the Exeter Sportsman's Club.He is survived by his wife, Elease C. Latimer; his children, William Remington, Thomas Remington, Cheryl Kearney, Remi Abbott, Thomas Abbott; two stepdaughters, Kristin Kearnes-Jordan and Liz Malloy; 15 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; three sisters, Dorothy Harrises, Kathleen Martel, and Mary Winifred Soucy; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother, Arthur Remington.From childhood, he loved the ocean, fishing, sailing and working. He is remembered for his generosity, gentle nature and love of family.

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services: Visiting hours will be Monday, 6 to 8 p.m. at the Stockbridge Funeral Home, 141 Epping Road, Exeter. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Tuesday at 11 a.m. at St. Michael Church, corner of Front and Lincoln streets, Exeter. A mercy meal will follow the Mass in the church hall.Burial will be at 2 p.m. at the Center Cemetery, North Hampton.In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to COPD International, 131 D.W. Highway No. 627, Nashua 03060.