David A. Meskell, Sr., 67, of Derry, NH, formerly of Everett, MA passed away on Friday, January 3, 2014 at Parkland Medical Center in Derry, NH surrounded by his loving family. David was born in Somerville, MA on February 13, 1946 and was the son of the late John and Eleanor (Davidson) Meskell. He was raised and educated in Somerville, MA and later resided in Everett for over 30 years, prior to relocating to Derry 11 years ago.
Mr. Meskell was the former owner of TGM Courier Service out of Somerville, MA. He enjoyed playing cards, dog racing, fishing and Jai Alai, but most of all, his family. He will always be remembered for being a loving family man and devoted grandfather.
Members of the family include his wife of 46 years, Mary (White) Meskell of Derry, NH, three sons and their wives, David, Jr. and Lisa Meskell of N. Andover, MA, Mark and Jennifer Meskell of Manchester, NH, and Brian and Stacey Meskell of Londonderry, NH, his beloved grandchildren, Nicole, Markie, Ricky, Courtney, Jonathon, Brianna, Kelsey and Boone, two sisters, Dorothea Silva and her husband Paul of Somerville, MA and Elaine Currier and her husband Frank of NH, four brothers, Roderick Meskell and his wife Maria of CA, Dennis Meskell of NH, Gary Meskell and his wife Mary Ellen of Somerville, MA and Robert Meskell of NH, as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by two brothers, Jack and Thomas Meskell.
Calling hours were held Wednesday, January 8, 2014 from 4:30 to 8:30 pm at the Peabody Funeral Homes and Crematorium, 290 Mammoth Rd., Londonderry, NH.