LACONIA – Thomas R. Waite, 73, of 28 Hillcrest Drive, died Saturday, June 23, 2012 in his home after a long illness.
Thomas was born in Bennington, Vermont, the son of Roger K. and Dorothy (Greene) Waite. He moved from Bennington, Vermont to Laconia fifty four years ago.
Thomas served in United States Air Force from 1957 to 1961.
Thomas worked until retirement as a molding manager for Molex Company. He also worked at Lunds Ski Company, and Laconia Needle Company. Thomas was a member of the Elks Club, Laconia Park Association, Pittsburg Runners Snowmobiling Club and the Belknap Snowmobile Association. He enjoyed most sports including bowling, softball, snowmobiling, basketball and sled dog racing. Thomas loved to travel.
He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Helen L. (Graves) Waite of Laconia: one son, Scott Waite, one daughter, Elsie Rapoza, three step sons, Dylan Graves , Kenneth Graves and Tony Graves, ten grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren, one sister, Jill Waite, 2 nieces and one nephew. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his daughter, Bonnie Waite and one brother, John R. Waite.
Memorial calling hours will be held from 2:00 PM - 4:00PM on Wednesday, June 27, 2012 at the Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, using the Carriage House entrance. A memorial service will follow at 4:00PM also at the Funeral Home.
For those who wish memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, Two Commerce Dr. Ste. 110, Bedford, NH 03110.
Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, N.H. is assisting the family with the arrangements.