Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
John Cameron Obituary
The son of Angela (Galinis) and Malcolm E. Cameron, he was born in Jamaica Plain, Mass. and "got to New Hampshire as soon as I could". He grew up in Sandown, and graduated from what is now Sanborn Regional High School in Kingston. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry from the University of New Hampshire and a Masters of Business Administration from Northeastern University. John entered the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War and was stationed at a munitions base in Ontario, Canada until the war ended.
While in the military, he served as a Chaplain's Assistant as well as a Little League coach and achieved the rank of Captain. Upon leaving the service, he and his family settled in Merrimack. John worked many years for Digital Equipment Corporation in the marketing department, and after many successful years in the business world, earned his Juris Doctorate from Franklin Pierce Law Center in Concord, was admitted to the New Hampshire Bar and began a second career as an attorney and mediator. Throughout his years in the legal community, John was an advocate for children and families, both in individual cases and in legislation. He was a key member of the Task Force on Family Law and lobbied for the resulting Parental Rights and Responsibilities Act that radically changed New Hampshire's parenting statutes in 2005. John co-founded the Collaborative Law Alliance of NH, the Parenting Coordinator Association of NH, the NH Guardian Ad Litem Association and Neutral Ground Co-Parenting Solutions. He served on the Governor's Committee on Family Law, on the Family Mediation Certification Board, and as Co-Chairman of the Family Law Section of the New Hampshire Bar Association. John was a strong proponent of mediation rather than litigation, and was a certified mediator trainer; conducting his last class this past May.
John's commitment to and capacity for public service was enormous. His desire to serve was a driving force in his life. Over the years, he volunteered for a wide variety of organizations addressing such needs as homeless or disadvantaged children, the mentally and physically handicapped, abused and battered women, Y.M.C.A.s in Nashua, Concord and Syracuse, N.Y. and the United Way of Greater Nashua and of Onandaga County, New York. He also held leadership positions on the Steering Committee of the State of NH, Governor's Office on Volunteerism during the 1980's.
In 1996, John moved to Gilford and served as Gilford Middle School Building Committee Facilitator and as the Gilford School District Moderator. He was a member of the Mensa Society, a Justice of the Peace and an avid skier and familiar presence on the slopes at Gunstock. John was an accomplished photographer and published writer, having developed a website for identifying New Hampshire wildflowers (newhampshirewildflowers.com) and penning informative articles on wildflowers.
Throughout his life, he was an active member of Christian Science churches in Derry, Nashua and Concord; teaching Sunday School and holding a variety of administrative and lay reader positions.
Survivors include his wife, Pat, of Gilford; daughter, Emily (+David) Busch, of New Brighton, Pa.; son, Jonathan (+Jenna) Cameron, of Candia; brother, Malcolm E. (Bernadette) Cameron Jr., of Deerfield; sister, Virginia Dimino, of Epsom; grandchildren, Jonathan A. Cameron, of Candia and Angela M. Busch of New Brighton, Pa.; many nieces, nephews and cousins; and his four-legged hiking buddy, Gracie.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, September 6, at 11 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church of Gilford, 18 Wesley Way (off Route 11A), Gilford.
For those who wish, donations may be made to the First Church of Christ, Scientist, Building Preservation Fund, 33 School St., Concord, N.H. 03301.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for John Cameron
Aimee Kolomick
September 20, 2014
I have had the opportunity to work with John the past ten years in our collaborative roles with children and families. I am thankful that I recently had the opportunity to let John know the positive impact he has had as a GAL and then mediator with our shared families. I wish I'd known he was leaving soon so I could have shared with him again how much I respected the work he did. He will be greatly missed. He often said to me the way to cope with the stress in the world is to enjoy the beauty so wildflowers will forever remind me of John's advocacy and spirit.
Emily Busch
September 16, 2014
Peg Sweeney
September 3, 2014
My this candle burn eternally in memory of you. You are deeply missed m
September 1, 2014
Disbelief lingers -- as does John Cameron's zest -- exuberance, animation and kindness, especially to Animals. A dear Friend. Joyce Donohue
How you can show support
Peg Sweeney
August 29, 2014
I met 1980's when he took mediation training. He made one heck of a great mediator. Later he became my lawyer and friend after that. He was a very gentle person who believed strongly in mediation and peaceful resolutions. He be deeply missed.
Christian-Luc HOUZE
August 29, 2014
I had great pleasure to share joyfull and sunny times with john on swiss ski slopes. I still have his smile and sense of humor in my thoughts. All my sincere affection to John's family
August 27, 2014
Oh Pat - I cannot begin to tell you how sorry I am to learn of John's passing. I know that pancreatic cancer is a very fast form of the disease. I had been thinking recently that I had not heard from him in a while - was just thinking that he was busy with his wildflower photography, etc. And wouldn't that just have been him to not have shared his diagnosis with me.
I must tell you - as I had told him several times in the few years since the two of you married - how very happy I was that you found each other. He was a very special man and I know that you must be likewise a very special woman. It is wonderful that he had someone who made him so happy even for the few short years you had together. I'm sure that you will savor the memories. As long as you have them, John will not be completely gone from you..... A song, a wildflower, a sunset, a private joke - and for a moment, there he will be.
My thoughts and indeed my heart both go out to you and Gracie. Fondly, Grace McKeone
Chuck Temple
August 26, 2014
I was honored to teach John in the clinic many years ago.I am so proud of the lawyer he became after graduating from Franklin Pierce law Center. A wonderful man with a real sense of integrity and humor.
David Burns
August 25, 2014
John was a gem. Both gentleman and gentle man, he was unfailingly pleasant, always a pleasure to work with, and great at what he did. He will be sorely missed. Deepest condolences to all of John's family.
Kevin Eastwood
August 23, 2014
Only the second lawyer I Cared for in my entire life, You will be missed.
John Rowe
August 22, 2014
So sorry to hear of John's passing! I will miss him. We spent 5 years putting together his website of wildflowers in NH. He was great to work with.
he was great to work with
Cynthia Jacoby
August 22, 2014
Such a tragic loss. May he rest in Peace. May his family & friends find comfort in their memories of better times with him.
John Parziale
August 22, 2014
please accept my heartfelt sympathies. John was a classmate of mine at Franklin Pierce, a smart, funny, thoughtful man. I hope his family will always keep and cherish the great memories of your time together.
Rep. David A. Bickford
David Bickford
August 22, 2014
John was instrumental in making many needed changes in Family Law. He was a great asset and advisor to me as a member of the NH Legislature and member of the Child and Family Law Committee. Sorry to hear he has passed. I can say he left a positive mark on society.
Diane Laramie
August 21, 2014
I was so sad to hear about John's passing and condolences to his family. John was a mediator for my son and I when he was going through some tough times. He was able to relate to my son with his own stories. John helped to make the relationship healthy. He is an angel taken too soon. RIP
Janet McConnell
August 20, 2014
So sorry to read this. He was a wonderful Guardian ad Litem and such an advocate for children. RIP - you've earned it.
Missy Clifford
August 20, 2014
I am so sorry to hear of John's passing. My heart is heavy knowing that the world has lost such a kind soul. My thoughts and prayers go out to John's family and all those who loved him. Rest In Peace John! You were an amazing man, attorney and friend. My kids and I are so blessed to have had you in our lives- you gave 100% to making sure we were safe and stayed together, I can never thank you enough for all you did for us
Jim Shepherd
August 20, 2014
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers at this time of passing. As a lawyer, John was one of the best of us. His efforts in pioneering alternate means of resolving disputes was truly cutting edge. Best of all, unlike some reformers, John was never stuffy, but always patient, kind, and eager to listen. Thank you for sharing him with us.
Pamela Carruthers
August 20, 2014
My sincere condolences on John's passing. I, as a legal secretary, worked with John when he became a family law attorney. He was wonderful to work with. I have never forgotten him teasing me over my usual mid-morning snack of a banana and peanut butter! God bless you John.
Sue Benson
August 20, 2014
My deepest sorrow for your loss. I only knew John through business. What a wonderful gentleman he was.
Showing 1 - 20 of 20 results
Memorial Events
for John Cameron
People and places connected with John
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support John's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor John Cameron's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
