Ralph A. Naylor Jr., 67, of Nashua, NH, passed away unexpectedly in his sleep on Thursday, December 30, 2016, at his home. He was born in Greenwich, CT on December 19, 1949, a son of the late Ralph and Nancy (Knowlton) Naylor. He received a dual BA in physics and geology from Farleigh Dickinson University in Madison, NJ. Ralph practiced pottery and ceramics for many years and was a former NH Craftsman. He enjoyed hiking, both alone and with his friends and family, photography, and computers. Ralph also enjoyed music, being especially fond of playing guitar.
He is survived by his son, Robert C. Naylor of Salem, MA, his daughter, Katherine J. Naylor of Manchester, NH, one brother, Robert Naylor of Newport, NH, one sister, Carol Naylor Donnelly of Dorset, VT, and the mother of his children, Susan Naylor. He was predeceased by his daughter Elizabeth Naylor in 2012.
Following cremation, memorial visiting hours will be held on Sunday, January 8, 2017 from 2 – 4pm in the Peabody Funeral Homes and Crematorium, 290 Mammoth Road, Londonderry, NH. Memorial donations may be made in Ralph’s name to the Audubon Society by visiting http://www.nhaudubon.org/join-donate/memorial-annual-fund-gift/.