GILFORD – Herbert A. Heath, 85, of 737 Gilford Ave, died Thursday, December 13, 2012 in his home surrounded by his family.
He was born in Boston, Mass., the son of Andy and Adel Heath. Herbert served in the US Navy during WWII in the South Pacific onboard the USS Cotton. He worked for New England Telephone for 39 years in several capacities, retiring as foreman. He was a jack of all trades and was a lover of automobiles and sheep dogs. He enjoyed motorcycles, boats and aircraft and was a pilot.
He was predeceased by his wife of 66 years, Mary (Jarvis) Heath in March of 2012 and a daughter, Barbara Ann Heath.
He is survived by three sons; Ed Heath and his wife Judy of Laconia, Jerry Heath of Sebastian, Florida and Ernest Heath and his wife Liz of Horsham, PA., two daughters; Linda Prockter of Pembroke, Anna Price and her husband David of Belmont, 5 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.
There will be no calling hours.
Graveside services will be held at 1PM on Saturday, April 20, 2013 in Pine Grove Cemetery in Gilford.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to the Central New Hampshire VNA & Hospice, 780 North Main Street, Laconia, NH 03246
Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, N.H. is assisting the family. For more information and to view an online memorial go to www.wilkinsonbeane.com.