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Smith, Wayne '63


Wayne G. Smith Class of 1963 Wayne G. Smith, 79, longtime resident of Milford, NH, died on April 17, 2025, at the Community Hospice House, Merrimack, NH, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Goffstown, NH, on August 27, 1945, a son of the late George and Dorothy (Gagnon) Smith Jr. Wayne was raised and educated in Milford and graduated Milford High School class of 1963. Following graduation Wayne enlisted in the United States Navy and was honorably discharged in June of 1969. He worked for many years as a skilled welder and carpenter. When he wasn’t working, he enjoyed time spent golfing, bluegrass music, bowling and being with his family. He will be greatly missed by many. Survivors include his loving wife, Bonnie Smith of Milford, NH, his son Michael and Karen Breagy of Wolfeboro, NH, two stepdaughters, Lori Frances and her companion Michael Pelletier of Milford, NH and Ginger and Jerry Basner of Laconia, NH, two sisters, Roxanne Smith of AZ and Rosemary and her husband Normand Nadeau of Milford, NH, one brother, Monty and his wife Anita Smith of Lyndeborough, NH, seven grandchildren, three great grandchildren and many close friends. (Milford, NH - 04.17.2025)

Theriault, Meghan '19


Meghan Rose Theriault Class of 2019 Meghan Theriault was born in Nashua, NH on July 18, 2001. She attended Brookline elementary and Hollis-Brookline middle schools and was a 2019 graduate of Milford High School. Meghan enjoyed a wide variety of music, writing poetry, and posting on social media. She was a good listener and loved playing video games with family and friends. (Merrimack, NH - 03.15.2021)

Watson, Lester '67

Lester E. Watson
Class of 1967

Lester E. Watson, 74, resident of Lyndeborough, NH, died on January 7, 2024 at Monadnock Community Hospital, Peterborough, NH. He was born on February 3, 1949 in Nashua, NH, the son of Earl W. Watson and Pauline (Neily) Watson. Lester was raised and educated in Milford, and graduated from Milford High School, Class of 1967. He also attended and graduated from NH Voc-Tech College in Manchester, NH.

He was a longtime employee of BAE Systems, where he worked as an engineer. Lester was very handy and will be remembered for his willingness to help others.

He was predeceased by his mother, Pauline Watson, who died in 2009, and by his father, Earl Watson, who died in 1997. Family members include his brother, Gordon Watson of Manchester, NH; a cousin, Sherry Foskett and her husband Steve of Milford, NH; an aunt, Barbara Watson of Milford, NH; an uncle Elwin Neily and his wife Cindy of Canaan, NH: an aunt Glenna Neily of Hanover, NH; and several cousins. (Peterborough, NH - 01.07.2024)

Works, Ellen (Threlfall) '73


Ellen M. Works Class of 1973 Ellen M. Works 67, longtime resident of Milford, NH died on March 14, 2023 at her home. She was born in Manchester, NH on April 19, 1955, a daughter of the late Edward T. and Frances C. (Thompson) Threlfall. Ellen was raised and educated in Amherst, NH and graduated from Milford Area Senior High School, Class of 1973. She had been employed for the Milford Police Department as an administrative assistant for 20 years and had also worked at the Milford Town Clerk’s office. Ellen enjoyed gardening, attending the kid’s sporting events, vacationing and going on cruises. She most especially cherished time spent with her family and Monday night dinners. Family members include her husband of 46 years Russell “Russ” Works of Milford, NH; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Christopher & Katie Works, and Adam Works all of Milford, NH; a sister and brother-in-law, Linda & Mark Davis of Milford, NH; a brother and sister-in-law; Mark & Judy Threlfall of Merrimack, NH; two grandchildren, Danika Works and Bradyn Sodders; a sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Sheila & Karl Haven of Milford, NH; a niece, Alison Davis; a nephew, Evan Threlfall and his wife, Stacy; and many cousins. (Milford, NH - 03.14.2023)

Worrall, Emily '19


Emily J. Worrall Class of 2019 Emily Janice Worrall, 17, passed away on March 9, 2018 at her family home in Milford, N.H. of complications of a seizure disorder. She was surrounded by her loving family. She was born on June 16, 2000 to Paul and Lori Worrall at Southern New Hampshire Hospital in Nashua N.H. Her sweet, loving, happy, and beautiful personality will be greatly missed. She had an infectious giggle and a heart of gold. She will be missed greatly by her parents, her sisters, Kayla and Lilly; grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. (Milford, NH - 03.09.2018)

Wright, Elizabeth "Betsy" (Taborne) '60


Elizabeth "Betsy" (Taborne) Wright Class of 1960 Elizabeth “Betsy” Wright, 78, died at her home on March 4, 2021 after a period of declining health. Betsy was raised and educated in Amherst, NH and graduated from Milford High School, Class of 1960. She worked for many years as an educator with Granite State Beauty School and was an Instructor of Cosmetology. She married Forrest Wright of Milford and together they resided on their farm in Hollis, NH for many years. Betsy loved being on the farm, taking care of her many animals and painting out in the back yard. In addition, she enjoyed spending time on the road with Forrest, traveling to Foxwoods and all around the Country. (Hollis, NH - 03.04.2021)

Wright, Forrest '55


Forrest (Cy) H. Wright Class of 1955 Forrest Herbert Wright, (Cy), was born February 27, 1936 at Memorial Hospital in Nashua, NH and passed peacefully at home on June 1, 2025 at 89. Cy was the youngest of 6 siblings and was the son of Milford historian and author Winifred A. (Bowler) and Raymond C. Wright of Willow Street, Milford. Cy was predeceased by the love of his life, Elizabeth (Betsy) J. (Taborne) Wright. They were married for 57 years and made their home in Hollis. Relatives include many Wright, Jones, Fox, McDonald, Boncoddo, Chasseur and Taborne’s of New England and California. Cy was a proud member of the Milford High School class of 1955. While in his teens he played drums for several Milford groups such as The Four Razzmatazz Boys, founded by Jack Heelan, The Dick Sullivan Band, Larry Conti Orchestra, Milford High School Band, the original Milford Spartans Drum and Bugle Corps sponsored by the VFW, and was a substitute drummer for groups who held concerts on the bandstand, organized by The East Milford Band. He fondly remembers the oval being partially closed to traffic as weekly concerts had citizens dancing in the streets. Cy worked for Kokko Builders (Wayno Kokko, owner) for 21 years where he learned how to build quality homes, including his own, then retired at 52 and established a snow plowing business for local enterprises. Cy and Betsy traveled to Hawaii three times, Spain, New Orleans six times and made several fun trips to Mohegan Sun with close friends to see the stars perform. Forrest and Betsy weren’t blessed with children but Cy’s niece Denise (Wright) Fox of Wilton had the pleasure of being his assistant and weekly “coffee klatch” buddy. His red truck could be seen daily parked in front of the Milford Diner as he met with fellow classmates to be updated on Milford’s happenings. Cy was the fun Uncle and the person young family members gravitated to because he was “one of them”. At Wright reunions he was the biggest kid in the room with his booming laugh, sunny non-stop smile and playful nature. He will be sorely missed. (Hollis, NH - 06.01.2025)

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