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George Couture Obituary

George A. Couture

SOMERSWORTH - George A. Couture, 75, died Sat. July 26, 2014, at his residence. George was born Dec. 18, 1938, the son of Joseph and Mabel (Kirouac) Couture, Hogue.

George was honorably discharged from the National Guard in 1963 and had been employed at General Electric in Somersworth, retiring in 1997.

He is survived by his daughter Daphne Davies of Indianapolis, In., grand-kitty Maya, his sister Alice Rand and her husband Clifton, and brothers Leo, Albert and Joseph, nieces, nephews, special friends from The Works, and ex-wife Trish Calvik. George was predeceased by his sister Rose St. Jean and brother Paul.

He enjoyed tennis, racquet ball, gardening, fishing and traveling.

In accordance with George's wishes there will be no calling hours. A Celebration of life will be held at The Works 246 Rt 108, Somersworth, N.H. on Sunday Aug. 10, 2014 from 3-6 p.m.

Instead of flowers, donations may be made to the Cocheco Valley Humane Society or animal shelters of your choice.

Visit www.fosters.com/obits for an online guest book.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Gazette from Aug. 7 to Aug. 10, 2014.

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Kristi Taylor

August 1, 2023

There's not a day that goes by that your not missed. You were a kind, thoughtful and a good friend.I was just thinking about how much you enjoyed doing things for others.

Gil Cartier

August 8, 2014

Dear Daphne & Family,
So sorry to hear of your dad's passing. May the Good Lord Jesus help see you through this difficult time and May He Bless you all.
Gil & Georgette Cartier

Terrance Harmon

August 8, 2014

George has the most unique Personality, especially his Laughter, Sense of Humor and Life Adventures. My Prayers are with you my Friend. You "Will Be Missed" - God Bless !!

Gary Nickerson

August 8, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers to George's family. I worked with George at GE and we enjoyed many racquet ball games.

May you soar high George, god bless you.

Donna

August 8, 2014

Dear Daphne , I was so sorry to hear of your dads passing. He was such a wonderful, kind and thoughtful person. He will truly be missed as there was no one quite like him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Donna St Jean Timberlake

August 7, 2014

Uncle George will be dearly missed. He was a wonderful Uncle to me and a Great Uncle to my daughters. One who he now is in heaven with.
Uncle George will always be known for his wonderful sense of humor and laugh.
We Loved him so much and he will be deeply missed.
Daphne I am so very sorry you lost two wonderful people in your life so close in time. I pray that you find strength in knowing your family and friends are there for you. Love you Daphne. Will Always and Forever Love My Uncle George!!!

Raymond Drouin

August 7, 2014

I had the pleasure of working with George at GE for many years.....He had a wonderful sense of humor ....he will be greatly missed....please accept my condolences.

Armand Pay

August 7, 2014

sorry to hear of Geoge's passing.
He will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Armand and Joyce Pay

Bob & Mona Allen

August 7, 2014

Dear Daphne,
So very sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Worked with him in G.E. for many years and recently used to run in to him at the grocery store. Will miss him.

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