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John J. Hassett Jr.
GULF BREEZE, Fla. - John Joseph Hassett Jr., 81, died Thursday, Dec. 19, 2001.
He was born in Portsmouth, N.H., graduated from the University of New Hampshire and was decorated for service in the Army Air Corps during World War II. He owned and operated a gift shop in Portsmouth until his retirement to Gulf Breeze. He worked as a volunteer at the Pensacola Beach Visitors Information Center.
He is survived by his sons, John J. III and Stephen M. Hassett; a daughter, Linda K. Craul; grandchildren Jerri and Ava Hassett and Jason and Morgan Craul; and a sister, Priscilla Levi.
HASSETT - John Joseph Hassett Jr., 81, of Gulf Breeze, Fla., died Dec. 19, 2001. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. today at Our Lady of Assumption Church, Pensacola Beach, Fla., followed by a gathering at The Dunes Hotel at noon. Arrangements are by the Rose Lawn Funeral Home, 2942 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze, Fla.
Philip C. Primmerman
PORTSMOUTH - Philip C. Primmerman, 53, of 209 Jones Ave., died peacefully of esophageal cancer at his home on Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2001, at 5:25 p.m., with his family by his side.
He was born June 7, 1948, in Portsmouth, to Philip and Pauline Primmerman. He graduated from Portsmouth High School and went to work for the city of Portsmouth at Peirce Island as a treatment plant operator. He was vice president of Primmerman Trucking until 1974. At that time he became president and worked full-time running the family construction business.
As a family man, Phil adored his mother, brothers, sisters, wife and children. The way he cherished his loved ones was reflected in the depths of their love as it was returned to Phil. There was a mutual respect, honesty, and, above all, patience with one another, plenty of laughter and rivers of tears as they all went through life's good and bad times. No matter what, Phil always was there for anyone who needed him. Through his years of hard work he created a rich, wonderful life and legacy for his family. He told his loved ones how he felt every day. A day couldn't pass where you weren't told you were loved by him. The way he touched us, the way he looked at us with those big, blue eyes, the way he held us close and kept us safe is the way we remember him. We honor him in love and in our lives.
He was in harmony with nature, surrounded by his loves and at peace in the sanctuary of his home.
He is survived by his mother, Pauline Primmerman of St. Petersburg, Fla.; his siblings, Janet Boucher of Georgia, Pauline Richards of St. Petersburg, Fla., Tony Primmerman of South Berwick, Maine, and Vickie Primmerman of St. Petersburg, Fla.; his wife, Suzanne Primmerman of Rye Beach; daughters Ann Wiggin of Hampton Beach and Julie Primmerman and Jennifer Martinez, both of Portsmouth; several grandchildren, nieces and nephews; and his devoted nephew, Jack Gobbi of Rye. He also leaves behind his beloved companion, Ramona Patterson of Portsmouth, and his dog Cyndi.
His father, Philip Primmerman, brother Thomas Primmerman, and his cat Tootsie predeceased him.
The family wishes to thank Seacoast Hospice for its professionalism, tenderness and compassion during this difficult time. Andrew, Ruth, Ann, Greg, Gina, Margaret, you were a comfort to him and his family, and our hearts will always have a measure of peace due to your loving care.
Matthew D. Sweeney
NORTH HAMPTON - Matthew D. Sweeney, 87, of 5 Stevens Road, died Thursday, Dec. 20, 2001, at his home.
He was born Aug. 26, 1914, in Haverhill, Mass., a son of the late Daniel and Marian (Brindle) Sweeney.
He was raised in Haverhill, Mass., and attended school there. He lived for most of his life in the Hampton, Hampton Beach and North Hampton area, and wintered in Lake Worth, Fla., for 25 years.
He and his wife owned and operated the former Kenmore Restaurant at Hampton Beach and the former Rye Harbor Motel and Restaurant of Rye. They also owned the Russell Inn in North Conway for several years.
He was an avid golfer and enjoyed golfing with his friends, both in North Hampton and Florida.
One brother, Paul Sweeney, and one sister, Gertrude Boiselle, predeceased him.
He was the husband of Georgianna "Jetta" C. (Lambert) Sweeney of North Hampton.
In addition to his wife, family members include one son, Matthew D. Sweeney Jr. of North Hampton; one daughter, Patricia M. Owen and her husband, Edward, of Guilderland, N.Y.; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; one brother, Robert Sweeney of Haverhill, Mass.; and several nieces and nephews.
SWEENEY - Matthew D. Sweeney of 5 Stevens Road, North Hampton, died Dec. 20, 2001. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Saturday at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church, 289 Lafayette Road, Hampton. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited and may call from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Saturday at the Remick & Gendron Funeral Home-Crematory, 811 Lafayette Road, Hampton. After cremation, burial will be private. The family requests that flowers please be omitted. If desired, donations may be made to the Seacoast Visiting Nurse Association, 29 Lafayette Road, North Hampton, NH 03862.
Matthew D. Sweeney
NORTH HAMPTON - The funeral for Matthew D. Sweeney, 87, of 5 Stevens Road, was held Saturday from Remick & Gendron Funeral Home-Crematory, Hampton. A Mass of Christian burial was celebrated at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church. The Rev. Michael J. Griffin, senior priest, was celebrant. Patricia Mackensen was the soloist and Jean Goss was the organist.
Acolytes were members of the Holy Name Society. The pall was placed on the casket by Patricia M. Owen and Kimberly Bayomi. The readings were presented by Tamer and Kimberly Bayomi. The gifts were presented the altar by Patricia M. Owen and Kimberly Bayomi. A poem was read by Edward Bayomi.
Pallbearers were Tamer Bayomi, Edward Owen, Matthew D. Sweeney Jr. and John Stump.
Following cremation, burial will be private.
Philip C. Primmerman
PORTSMOUTH - A memorial service for Philip C. Primmerman, 53, of 209 Jones Ave., was held at the J. Verne Wood Funeral Home-Buckminster Chapel in Portsmouth on Saturday. The Rev. Wesley Burwell, chaplain for the Seacoast Hospice, officiated. Burial was in Harmony Grove Cemetery in Portsmouth, with committal services by the Rev. Burwell.
Virginia S. Burgeson
PORTSMOUTH - Mrs. Virginia S. (Fournier) Burgeson, 99, of 346 Pleasant St. and formerly of Eliot, Maine, died Saturday, Dec. 22, 2001, at the Mark H. Wentworth Home in Portsmouth.
She was born in Portsmouth on Aug. 1, 1902, the daughter of Charles and Nellie (Sherman) Fournier and attended Portsmouth schools. Mrs. Burgeson designed rug patterns and was the proprietor of a rug-hooking business. She had been actively involved in the local community was politically aware and involved in national events.
The widow of Stanley Burgeson, she is survived by a niece, Dorothy Washburn, of Augusta, Maine.
Virginia Miller
PORTSMOUTH - A funeral service for Mrs. Virginia (Amergian) Miller, of 1183 Sagamore Ave., was held at the J. Verne Wood Funeral Home- Buckminster Chapel in Portsmouth on Saturday. Father Robert Stiefel, rector of Christ Episcopal Church in Portsmouth, officiated. Words of remembrance were given by grandsons Ray and Ricky Miller.
In attendance were communicants of Christ Episcopal Church; members of the former Emblem Club #38 in Portsmouth; Ladies of the Moose #444; and the Rye Over 55 Club.
Burial was in Forest City Cemetery, South Portland, Maine, with committal services by Father Lester York, rector of Old St. Paul's Parish Church, Angelican Church of America.
Bearers were Kirk Miller, Rick Miller, Raymond Miller, Stephen Rodimak, Dennis Rodimak, Kevin Mack and Dave Mack.
Richard C. Grant
TALLAHASEE, Fla. - Richard Charles Grant, 54, of Tallahasee died Dec. 20.
A native of Portsmouth, he was the son of Richard and Ellen Grant of Tallahassee, Fla. He has lived in Tallahassee for four years and was a communications electronic technician with Georgia-Florida Burglar Alarm Co. He served in the U.S. Marines, Army National Guard and the Marines National Guard and had attended the police, fire and sheriffs department academies.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by a brother, Robert Michael Grant of Springfield, Ill.
Doris R. Catalino
PORTSMOUTH - Doris R. Catalino, 78, of 928 South St., a former long-time resident of Whidden Street in the Puddle Dock section of Portsmouth, died Sunday, Dec. 23, 2001, at the Edgewood Centre, where she had been a resident for several years.
Born in Northfield, N.H., June 13, 1923, she was the daughter of Arthur and Abbie (Brake) Nuddand and was a resident of Portsmouth for the past 50 years.
During World War II, she worked in the tool crib at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. She then went to work at the Morley Button Factory and retired from Eastern Air Devices in Dover. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of VFW Post No. 168, and the IUE AFL-CIO.
She loved to bake cakes, pick blueberries, travel with her late husband and was known for her famous Brake-Nudd Relish recipe, which had been in her family for several generations. An avid Celtic Basketball fan, she loved being with her family and favorite dogs, Molly Rose and Faith. At the Edgewood Centre she was known as the Bingo Queen and Motorcycle Mama.
She was predeceased by her husband of 25 years, Michael F. Catalino Sr. Survivors include her children, Tommy J. McCann, and Ann, of Portsmouth, and Paul Brake and Theresa of Kittery, Maine; a sister-in-law, Ethel Brake; and many grandchildren, step-grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. She was also predeceased by her brothers, Robert and Arthur Brake; and sisters, Eleanor Street and Bernice Wade.
CATALINO - Doris R. Catalino, 78, of 928 South St., Portsmouth, N.H., died Dec. 23, 2001. Visiting hours are at the Farrell Funeral Home, 684 State St., Portsmouth, on Thursday, 4-7 p.m. Private graveside services will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Arthritis Foundation of New England, 6 Chenell Drive, Concord, NH 03301.
Carol M. Woloss
YORK HARBOR, Maine - Carol M. Woloss, 53, died with her husband at her side, Monday, Dec. 24, 2001 in York Hospital, bringing to an end her courageous battle with cancer.
Born May 4, 1949 in Chicago to the professional dance team of Alfredo and Bertha Cano, she attended St. Mary's Elementary and Elizabeth Seton High School in Chicago. She attended the University of Madrid, and received a degree in Spanish and secondary education from Quincy College in Quincy, Ill.
Truly a "'modern" woman, she became corporate vice president of Human Resources for Nutramax, a multidivisional health care corporation where she was responsible for the welfare of 1200 employees. An entrepreneur at heart, she started two successful businesses Garrett-Evan Associates, Inc. a national search consultant firm specializing in the bio-tech and bio-medical marketplace, and Munchies, an upscale specialty market and delicatessen in York Harbor. She was a member of the SHRM State of Massachusetts Council and founder of both the Haverhill Manufacturer's Roundtable and the Human Resource Forum in Billerica, Mass.
She was a passionate fund raiser for her favorite charity, St. Jude's Children's Hospital. Each year she would sponsor a table and fill it with her closest friends so they too could share in the joy of its annual black-tie event in Boston. She loved animals with the same enthusiasm and was an advocate for their humane treatment. She enjoyed sewing, decorating, arts and crafts, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, an most of all, dancing.
She is survived by her husband and soul mate Robert Woloss of York Harbor, and her sister Raquel Bernstein of Boca Raton, Fla.
WOLOSS - Carol M. Woloss, 53, of York Harbor, Maine, died Dec. 24, 2001. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m., Thursday, Dec. 27, at St. Michael's Church, Front and Lincoln streets, Exeter, N.H. with burial to follow at the Exeter Cemetery. Relatives and friends are invited to call from 4-8 p.m., Wednesday, at the Brewitt Funeral Home, 14 Pine St., Exeter. Flowers are acceptable, or a donation in Carol's memory to St. Judes Children's Hospital, Memphis, Tenn.
Mae I. Quick
EXETER - Mae Irene (Chase) Quick, 97, of Eventide, died Monday, Dec. 24, 2001, after a long life of devoted service to her family, patients and friends.
Born May 2, 1904 in Cordova, Minn., she was the eldest of six children of Frederick Norman Chase and Emma (Bolke) Chase.
Her life began in the era of homesteading and railroad expansion on the high plains. She was raised in the pioneer towns of Elgin and Glen Ullin in western North Dakota where her father was a carpenter and later foreman with the Northern Pacific Railroad. At age 16, and after her mother's death, she settled in North Hampton, N.H., and raised four of her siblings while her father remained out west.
She graduated in 1922 from Robinson Female Seminary in Exeter and in 1927 from Lynn Hospital School of Nursing. She had numerous positions as a registered nurse including head nurse at Mary Alley Hospital in Marblehead and New York Metropolitan Hospital.
From 1930 until 1956, she served as a private duty nurse in Boston, Worcester, Mass., Utica, N.Y., Kansas City, and Albuquerque, N.M. She pursued postgraduate work in Pediatrics as Cleveland Children's Hospital. In 1956 she joined the staff and became head nurse at Phillips Exeter Academy, where she served until her retirement in 1969.
She was a 71-year member of the United Church of Christ, North Hampton, where she served as deaconess and member of the Ladies Union.
She was predeceased by her husband, J. Randolph Quick, in 1953, and all of her siblings including her beloved sister Frances Leavitt of North Hampton. She is survived by her daughter, Cynthia Woods of Peterborough; her nieces and nephews including Priscilla Leavitt of North Hampton and Paul Leavitt of Waterville Valley; three granddaughters, Sarah Thorne of Gilmanton Iron Works, Susan Thorne of Durham, and Alison Thorne of Northhampton, Mass.; and three great grandchildren.
QUICK - Mae Irene (Chase) Quick, 97, of Eventide in Exeter, died Monday, Dec. 24, 2001. A memorial service is planned for 3 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 5, 2002, at United Church of Christ in North Hampton. Memorial contributions may be made to The Bill and Peggy McConnell Critical Needs Fund at the United Church of Christ in North Hampton, or to The Eventide Home Inc. in Exeter. Arrangements are by Brewitt Funeral Service in Exeter.
Virginia Ferrara
CAPE NEDDICK, Maine - Virginia Ferrara, 84, of Logging Road, died Monday, Dec. 24, 2001 at York Hospital.
She was born Sept. 25, 1917 in Boston, the daughter of Ceasar and Nina (Ventimiglia) Giamanco. She graduated from Girls High School and lived in the North End for many years.
After living in Saugus, Mass. for a few years, and upon the death of her husband, Theodore Ferrara in 1969, she moved to Maine to live with her daughter, Nina Warner in Cape Neddick.
She was a communicant of St. Christopher Church in York. She was an avid reader and enjoyed knitting and crocheting.
She was predeceased by a brother, Philip, who died in childhood, and by a sister, Frances Giamanco, who died in 1999.
Survivors include two sons, Salvatore J. and wife, Rosemarie Ferrara, and Theodore Ferrara, both of Saugus; a daughter, Nina J. and her husband, Samuel Warner, of Cape Neddick; a sister, Anna Buccilli, of Melrose, Mass.; eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
FERRARA - Virginia Ferrara of Logging Road, Cape Neddick, Maine, died Dec. 24, 2001. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10 a.m., Friday, Dec. 28, 2001 in St. Christopher Church, York Street, York. Interment in First Parish Cemetery, York . Visiting hours will be from 4-8 p.m., Thursday, at the Lucas and Eaton Funeral Home, 91 Long Sands Road, York. Memorial donations may be made to either the Visiting Nurse Service, 42 Brickyard Court, York, ME 03909 or to Elderly Independence of Maine at the same address.
Lawrence W. Allen Jr.
ELIOT, Maine - Lawrence W. Allen Jr., 80, of Eliot, passed away Monday, Dec. 24, 2001 at York Hospital.
He was born July 11, 1921 in Kittery Point, the son of Lawrence W. Allen Sr. and Hearth J. (Hyson) Allen.
He attended schools in Kittery, Kittery Point, and in Portsmouth, N.H.
He worked at many trades, including working at a tailor shop at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. He served as an apprentice in plumbing with an uncle in Reading, Vt. for two years before becoming a pipefitter's helper at the shipyard. He was a service manager for an Oldsmobile dealer in Portsmouth.
He worked as a sheriff with the York County Sheriff's Department, as well as a special police officer with the Kittery Police Department. For many years he owned a operated Highway Motors, which was located on Route One.
In his leisure time he enjoyed being a ham radio operator and instructor. He was an accomplished guitar player, having played with such bands as the Sons of the Pioneers, and he gave many people in the Kittery area guitar lessons. One interest that brought Mr. Allen a lot of joy was woodworking in the newly built woodworking shop that his son built.
Mr. Allen was a veteran of the Navy, serving his country in Work War II as a shipfitter first class. He was discharged as a chief petty officer. He was a member of the Masons, having belonged to the Kittery Naval Lodge.
He is survived by his wife, Dorothy M. (Peterson) Allen; and his beloved five children, Brenda Rogers of Conroe, Texas, Mary Edwards of South Berwick, Clarence Allen of York, Roxanna Grover of Denver, Colo., and Russell Lawrence Allen of Eliot. He will be deeply missed by his cherished 19 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren.
ALLEN - Lawrence W. Allen Jr., 80, of Eliot, Maine, died Dec. 24, 2001. A graveside committal service and burial will take place at 10 a.m., Friday, Dec. 28, 2001, at Brooks Memorial Cemetery, Eliot. Rev. Ron Messer, pastor of the Eliot United Methodist Church will conduct services. There will be no visitation or funeral services. Contributions may be made to the Shriners Burn Institute, 51 Blossom St., Boston, MA 02114. Arrangements are under the direction of the Wilson-Cooper Funeral Home, 21 Rogers Road, Kittery.
