Manchester– Matthew L. Allard, 36, died January 3, 2015 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
He was born in Manchester on May 31, 1978 the son of Raymond R. “Chip Allard and Diane (Laflamme) Romagnoli.
He was a graduate of Trinity High School class of 1996 and earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from UNH, Class of 2000.
He was President and 3rd generation of the family business, Ray The Mover, following in his father and grandfathers footsteps.
He held membership in the Manchester Rotary Club and was a longtime member of Manchester Country Club.
“Matty A” lived his life to the fullest, to call him “animated” was an understatement. He had an incredible work ethic and was admired by all who knew him. Along with rough exterior, huge heart and his infectious smile he was the light that touched everybody’s soul. He loved spending time with family, close friends, cooking.He would do anything for the people he cared about and was a fierce protector like a “Bear” to those he loved, a spirit that will live on in his son. He was an amazing father who loved his children and his wife with every cell in his body.
Family members include his wife Nicole D. (McWhinnie) Allard, two children, Adalynn Rose Allard, Bear Thomas Allard, his mother, Diane Romagnoli and stepfather Bruce Romagnoli of Bedford, father, Raymond R. “Chip” Allard and his wife Linda Allard of Hooksett, siblings, Melissa J. Lee and her husband, Jeffrey, of Memphis TN., Jason R. Allard and his wife, Beth of Manchester, Abigail H. Allard of Hooksett, several aunts. uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was predeceased by a brother, Andrew Jacob Allard in 2007.
Calling hours will be Wednesday from 3 to 8 PM at J. N. Boufford & Sons Funeral Home, 110 Bridge St.
A celebration of Matty's life will take place at the Manchester Country Club on Thursday at 12 Noon. Everyone is invited. The family encourages carpooling to the funeral home. Auxiliary parking will be available in the parking lot on Pearl and Pine Sts.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Matthew Allard Education Fund, c/o 93 Cambridge Rd. Bedford NH 03110.
For more information and online guestbook please visit www.bouffordfuneralhome.com.