GEORGE R. OJALA
January 25, 1955 ~ August 23, 2022 (Age 67)

George R. Ojala, 67, formerly of Jaffrey passed away on Tuesday, August 23, 2022 after a brief period of declining health.

George was born in Peterborough, NH, on January 25, 1955. He was the son of William S. Ojala and Violet Anna Lewis Ojala.

George lived in Jaffrey most of his life and graduated from Conant High School. Following the death of his parents, he lived with his brother Jack, sister-in-law Francine and their children. They helped him learn to be more independent which made it possible for him to have his own apartment in Jaffrey for several years. Approximately six years ago, he settled into his new home in Gilsum with his care provider, Cynthia Griffin.

George had a great love of the outdoors. He enjoyed basketball (shooting hoops) and baseball and was a fan of the RedSox and Patriots. In his younger years he participated in Special Olympics, was quite a bowler and was often seen riding his bicycle with the children in his neighborhood.

George enjoyed being in the company of his family and friends. He especially loved holiday get togethers and weekend visits with his family. He enjoyed annual camping trips with his sister-in-law, Francine and made many new friends while on those trips. When it was time to relax, George loved sitting in his recliner, watching game shows or listening to the Beach Boys, and doing word search puzzles. He had an infectious smile, gave great hugs, and although quiet, had the unique ability to make his warm presence known wherever he was.

George is predeceased by his mother Violet, father William, and brother Jack, all of Jaffrey, and his sister, Lorraine of Penacook, NH.

He is survived by his niece Alison Bergeron and her husband Chris of Jaffrey, niece Erin Chamberlain and her husband David of Jaffrey, Sister-In-Law Francine Ojala of Winchendon, MA, great nieces, Kerrigan Bergeron, Mariah Chamberlain, Kendall Chamberlain, great nephew, Nicholas Bergeron and several extended family members and friends.

George also leaves behind his dedicated care provider, Cynthia Griffin, and a caring group of support staff and friends at CRJ (Community Resources for Justice) in Keene. He enjoyed their company, friendship and especially cheeseburger lunches with staff each Friday.

Friends and family are invited to a Calling Hour on Wednesday, August 31, 2022 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at the Cournoyer Funeral Home, 33 River Street, Jaffrey, NH 03452.

A Funeral Service will be conducted immediately afterwards in the funeral home chapel, beginning at 11:00 am and will be officiated by Rev. Stephen G. Miller, Pastor of the First Church in Jaffrey.

Burial will follow in George's family lot at Conant Cemetery on Stratton Road in Jaffrey.

In lieu of flowers, and in sincere appreciation for their assistance, memorial donations may be made to The Gilsum Volunteer Fire Department & Rescue Squad, 5 Church Street, Gilsum, NH 03448.

RANDY L. COURTEMANCHE
November 2, 1959 ~ August 24, 2022 (Age 62)

WINCHENDON - Randy L. Courtemanche Sr., 62, of Winchendon, died unexpectedly Wednesday evening, August 24, 2022 in Heywood Hospital.

He was born in Winchendon on November 2, 1959, son of the late Robert(Cookie)and Alice (Girard) Courtemanche and was a lifelong resident of Winchendon.

Randy worked as a machinist at New Hampshire Ball Bearings in Peterborough, NH. Prior to NHBB, Randy worked for many years at Graphicast in Jaffrey, NH. An avid sports fan, he followed the Boston Bruins, Boston Red Sox and the New England Patriots. He also loved fishing with his wife at Lake Dennison and the Quabbin Reservoir. Randy's greatest enjoyment was spending time with his family, especially the time spent with his grandchildren.

He leaves his wife of 32 years, Karen E. (Griffin) Courtemanche; two sons, Robert W. Courtemanche and wife Paige of Winchendon and Randy L. Courtemanche Jr and his wife Trish of Antrim, NH; four grandchildren, Lorelai, Robert, Rosie and Callum Courtemanche; two sisters, Diane Rogers of Winchendon and Cheryl Flood and husband Chris of Troy, NH; two brothers, Robert Courtemanche and wife Glenna of Fitzwilliam, NH and Gary Courtemanche of Brattleboro, VT and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Melissa Courtemanche.

Calling hours in Stone-Ladeau Funeral Home, 343 Central Street, Winchendon will be Thursday, September 1, 2022 from 4 to 6 P.M.

Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

To leave an online condolence, please visit www.stone-ladeau.com

Kevin J. Mack, Walter C. Taylor and Douglas M. Stone, directors

MARK JAMES JENSEN

Mark was a talented musician and guitar and drum player learning on his own tapping into his dad's talent and his family with a musical background. Mark was a skateboard enthusiast. And at one point was in line to becoming sponsored for his skateboard career. Mark enjoyed the holidays with his family.he was known for working with his uncle Roy and his Dad doing Siding.he enjoyed watching sports. Especially the patriots and Red Sox.

Mark was very compassionate like his mom and sisters. He attended church services at the Northeast Christian church in Lowell.

Mark is survived by his parents Helen Thurston of New Hampshire. James Jensen and his wife Jane M Dussault Jensen of Dracut. His sister is Mandy McGowan of Lowell. Jacqueline M Jensen of Winchendon mass. His brother Jimmy Stanichuk and his wife Tara of Chelmsford mass. Many aunts. Uncles. Nieces. Nephews. Cousins. And many dear friends.

Mark tried hard to fight his addiction with drugs. And his fight to become well was supported by his loving family. Especially his mother Helen and his stepmother Jane.

PATRICIA KREIDLER
May 14, 1951 ~ August 27, 2022 (Age 71)

Fitchburg - Patricia A. (Rameau) Kreidler 71 died Saturday, August 27, 2022 peacefully at home after an illness. Patricia was born May 14, 1951 in Fitchburg daughter of Francis and Beverly (Blandin) Rameau Sr.

Before retiring she had worked for many years at the Longhorn restaurant in Leominster and at the Marriott Hotel in Devens. She loved her family. She was interested in Native American Heritage, loved her dogs and enjoyed outdoor activities. She enjoyed photography and was an avid lighthouse hunter.

Patricia leaves her two sons; David Kreidler and his wife Angela of Winchendon and Timothy Kreidler and his wife Jennifer of Townsend, sister Sandra D'Amico of Las Vegas, brothers Francis Rameau Jr and Ann Belmont and Wayne and Lois Rameau both of Fitchburg, 5 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brothers Michael, Walter and Kevin Rameau.

A celebration of her life will be announced at a later time. Stephen R. Moorcroft is assisting the family with arrangements.

DAVID I. HERR
December 16, 1947 ~ August 30, 2022 (Age 74)

WINCHENDON - David I. Herr Sr., 74, of Winchendon, died Tuesday morning, August 30, 2022 in the comfort of his home, after a long battle of cancer.

He was born in Winchendon on December 16, 1947, son of the late Paul Herr Sr. and Elizabeth (Lord) Herr.

David loved the outdoors. His greatest pleasure was farming and raising animals, as well as maintaining his vegetable garden and fruit orchard.

David worked for New England Wooden Ware for 50 years and one day until his retirement in 2015.

He leaves behind his wife of 12 years, Lorrie (Burgess) (Drozdowski) Herr; his children, David Herr Jr. and wife Heidi of Royalston, Nicole Parmenter and husband Danny of Winchendon, Yvette Parmenter of New Ipswich, NH, Shawn Herr and wife Nina of Winchendon and stepson Adam Drozdowski and wife Tammy of PA; 11 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. He also leaves behind his twin brother Donald Herr of Westminster; sisters, Louise Brewer and Cindy Parks, both of Winchendon and Linda Dembek of Gardner; his sisters-in-law, Holly Worsham and Vicki Lafrenniere, brother in law Richard Burgess and father and mother-in-law, Richard and May Burgess. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his oldest brother, Paul Herr Sr.

He will remain in our hearts forever.

At David's request, there are no calling hours. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.

Memorial donations may be made to ASPCA, https://secure.aspca.org/donate or to Care Central VNA and Hospice, 34 Pearly Lane, Gardner, MA 01440.

To leave an on line condolence, please visit www.stone-ladeau.com

Kevin J. Mack, Douglas M. Stone and Walter C. Taylor, directors