James H. Trombley Sr.

COURTESY
CLAREMONT — James H. Trombley, Sr. passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2018 at the Jack Byrne Palliative Care and Hospice Center, surrounded by his family.

He was born in North Adams, Massachusetts on Feb. 9, 1935, the son of Raymond and Germaine (Chaloux) Trombley.

The family moved to New Hampshire when Jim was a child. Jim attended Stevens High School and served in both the New Hampshire National Guard and the U.S. Army.

He married Marie Lamirande on Feb. 27, 1960, and they settled and raised their family in the Claremont area where he worked as a general contractor.

Jim loved playing golf, pool, cards, and cribbage, but most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family.

He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Marie Trombley, a son, James Trombley Jr. and his wife Lauri; three daughters, Bonnie Heino and her husband James, Lori Keefe and her husband Kevin, and Wendy Callum and her husband Bruce; along with 13 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his brothers, Charles Trombley Sr. and his wife Virginia, and William Trombley and his wife Betty; sisters, Georgianna Goodnough and her husband Earl, and Margery Dunthorn, and brothers-in-law, Victor Pas and Roy Williams.

He was pre-deceased by his brothers, Eugene, Francis and Richard; sisters, Arlene and Anita; nephew Earl Jr and niece Patty Ann.

“When tomorrow starts without me, don’t think we’re far apart, for every time you think of me, I’m right here, in your heart”

James’ family would like to thank the Doctors and staff at VRH, Dartmouth ICU, and Jack Byrne Center for the wonderful care and compassion shown to Jim and his family.

Visiting hours will be held at the Stringer Funeral Home, 146 Broad Street in Claremont on Tuesday, Oct. 23 from 4 to 6 p.m. A celebration of his life will follow at the Claremont Country Club.

To view an online memorial or send a private message of condolence, visit www.stringerfh.com