TILTON - Rodney Peter Stebbins, 76, of Tilton, died Wednesday, September 28, 2016 after failing health, surrounded by his loving family.
Rod was born on March 25, 1940 in Claremont, NH. He spent most of his youth in Burlington, VT before moving back to Claremont. He attended St. Mary's High School and then graduated from Steven's High School in Claremont. From there, Rod moved to Nashua where he was a machinist and tool maker at Osram Sylvania for 32 years. He worked at Saint Gobain for 7 years, prior to retiring with his wife Jacqueline (Barrette) Stebbins of 54 years and finally moving to their summer home on Lake Winnisquam in Tilton.
Rod was an avid sports enthusiast, whether participating or watching. He loved softball, baseball, football, car racing, hockey and many other sports. He loved sitting in his big comfy chair watching TV and reading his newspaper with his dog, Bandit by his side. More than anything, Rod loved spending time with his family and friends at the lake.
Rod is survived by his wife, Jacqueline "Jacky" (Barrette) Stebbins and their three children; his son, Michael R. Stebbins and his wife Maria of Nashua, his daughter, Laura-Lee Cote and her husband Greg of Sanbornton and his son Scot William Stebbins Sr. of Gilford, five grandchildren; Jessica-Lee Veloski, Nicholas Stebbins, Rebecca Stratton, Ashley Stebbins and Scoty Stebbins Jr., five great grandchildren; Jonny Allard, Dylan Allard, Gabby Allard, Bridget-Lee Veloski and Jackson Rodney Allard.
Calling hours will be held from 12Noon at 1Pm on Sunday, October 16, 2016 at the Beane Conference Center, 35 Blueberry Lane, Laconia. A Celebration of Life will follow at 1PM, also at the Conference Center.
Burial will be private.
For those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to the New Hampshire Humane Society, PO Box 572, Laconia, NH 03247 or to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Attn: Donor Services, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN. 38105.
Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, N.H. is assisting the family with the arrangements.