Leslie William Stewart, 72, of New Boston, NH, passed away Tuesday, November 12, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 17, 1951 in Saco, ME, a son of William Stewart and the late Margaret (Graffam) Stewart. He grew up in Londonderry, NH and returned there many years later, finally residing in New Boston, NH.
In addition to his father, he is survived by his wife, Dyanna (Backman) Stewart of New Boston; his son, Mark Stewart and wife Amber; his daughters, Melissa Hurd, and Christine Stewart; six grandchildren, Makayla Bourgeois, Nick Hurd, Holly, Thayne, Dalton, and Margaret (Maggie) Stewart; two great grandchildren, Victor and Cade Thibeault; one brother, Gary Stewart and wife Robin; three sisters, Janice Stewart, Juanita Stewart and Rebecca Hardin; his mother-in-law, Paulina Backman; as well as many nieces and nephews.
A calling hour will be held on Monday, November 18th from 10 - 11am in the Peabody Funeral Homes and Crematorium, 290 Mammoth Rd., Londonderry. The funeral service will follow at 11:00am in the funeral home. The burial will be in the Pillsbury Cemetery, Hovey Rd., Londonderry. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Toys for Tots as he was a very giving man.