Roland D. Martineau, 83, of Manchester, died March 20, 2004, at his residence, after a lengthy illness.
Born in Manchester, January 5, 1921, he was a son of Joseph and Elsie (Collins) Martineau. He was a lifelong resident of this city.
He served in the Army during World War II and later served in the Air Force during the Korean Conflict.
Mr. Martineau was a retired masonry contractor.
He served on the NH State Legislature for many years and had been very active in local politics. He was a member and past state commander of the Catholic War Veterans, and was a member of the American Legion Jutras Post.
He was a very active parishioner of St. Marie Church where he was a member and past president of the Sacred Heart League. In addition he was a member of the League of 1000 Men of the Precious Blood Monastery, and a member of the Knights of Columbus.
Family members include his wife of 55 years, Therese A. (Bolduc) Martineau of Manchester; two daughters, Lisa A. Martineau of Manchester, and Ann M. Szelog of Hooksett; a son, Alan R. Martineau of Goffstown; four grandchildren, Jason Szelog, Stephen Szelog, Matthew A. Martineau, and Shelby D. Martineau; nieces and nephews.
A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Friday March 26, 2004 at Sacred Heart Church. Encryptment followed in Mount Calvary Mausoleum.
Memorial donations may be made to the V.N.A. Hospice, 1850 Elm St., Manchester, NH 03104 or St. Marie Church, 378 Notre Dame Ave., Manchester, NH 03102