Obituaries
Douglas Gregg Bover of Groton, at the age of 78, passed away on Friday, Oct. 31, 2025, of complications related to pancreatic cancer. Born in Brattleboro, Vermont on May 4, 1947, Doug exhibited an interest for both the visual arts and music at an early age. During his time in high school, Doug played bass and guitar professionally in numerous venues in Vermont.
Doug earned a BA in Industrial Design at Pratt Institute, New York. While at Pratt,...
Ruth “Jeri” Gray, 93, of Groton, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 11, 2025.
Born in Norwood on October 7, 1932, Jeri was a graduate of Bates College and lived a life filled with curiosity, kindness, and adventure. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Ronald Gray who passed away in 1984.
Jeri spent many happy years in East Aurora, NY, and Princeton, NJ, before moving to Acton, MA, in 1993. In 2021, she moved to Groton...
Harold “Dave” Emerson Davis, age nearly 90, of Jaffrey, NH, died at home on Saturday, October 4, 2025.
Dave was born October 18, 1935 to Harold Emerson and Mary Brown Davis in Peterborough, NH. He grew up on his grandfather’s family farm in Jaffrey. His mother was a schoolteacher, and his father was a chef at the Monadnock Inn (which they owned for a time) and later at the Woodbound Inn. As a teenager, Dave and his brother Peter ran up and...
On September 24, 2025, the Rev. Harold Vincent Lloyd, Jr., affectionately known as “Skip” by his family and friends, was called to his heavenly home. Born on January 18, 1947, in Berkeley, CA, the Rev. Lloyd was a compassionate and humble servant of the Lord who devoted his life to his faith, his family, and his community. His unwavering commitment to his religious calling was a testament to his profound belief in the words of Micah 6:8, “He...
Ronald Kevin Alcott, 91, of Groton, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston. He was born on June 19, 1934, in Lebanon, NY, to the late Albert Alcott and Helen (Childs) Kise.
Ron shared 65 wonderful years of marriage with his devoted wife, Lillian (Clapp) Alcott. Together they built a life grounded in love, family, and shared memories. In addition to his parents, he was preceded...
Tokie Lynne Shynk, 68, passed away peacefully at home in Santa Barbara with her husband John at her side on September 6, 2025, after a long illness.
Tokie was born in New Orleans, LA, in 1957 and raised in Groton, where she graduated high school before enrolling in Boston University’s School of Nursing. After graduating with a B.S. degree in 1979, she worked for several years at VA Medical Centers in Boston, Lyons, NJ, and Palo Alto, CA. In...
William “Bill” Thomas Haggerty, Jr., of Dunstable, passed away at his home on Sunday, September 21, 2025 at age 82. He was a Dunstable resident for 40 years.
He was born in Woburn, on January 25, 1943 to the late William T. Haggerty, Sr. and Vivian C. (Hogan) Haggerty. He was raised in Winchester, graduated from Winchester High School, and enrolled at Harvard College, graduating in 1964 with an A.B. in chemistry. After Harvard, he served in the...
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our mother, Paula “Mummu” Lantz, 87, of Groton, on September 13, in Sun City Center, FL. Beloved mother, grandmother, sister and devoted friend.
She leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, and grace. Mummu had a great sense of humor and was loved by so many that cared for her. She was a woman of strong character and spirit, who raised her children with the values of empathy, respect, and a sense...
Dorothy A. (Zak) Markes passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 24, 2025, at her home in Groton. Throughout her life, Dottie maintained her love of family and friends, her generous spirit, sense of humor, and gratitude for a life filled with many adventures.
Born on July 11, 1929, in Depew, NY to Leon and Lottie Zak, Dottie was the youngest with four older brothers. She graduated high school at age 16 and earned a B.S. in Biology from...
Sheila Anne Mitchell passed away peacefully at Lahey Clinic on June 17, 2025, surrounded by friends and held in the love of those who knew her. Born on March 21, 1955, in Manhattan, NY, she was the cherished daughter of the late George and Helen Mitchell.
Sheila was a woman of deep and abiding faith, whose life reflected her belief in the spirit of Jesus Christ. She held her church families—both past and present—close to her heart, always ready...