Christopher Henry Berntsen, 58, of Derry, NH. Though his was heart was filled with love and always true, it worked too hard for too long and it took its last beat on January 4, 2020. Chris was a wonderful father and loving husband to his wife Susan for 38 years. He loved his family, and always put them first. Among Chris' many passions in life his Harley topped the list, he was a lifelong member of H.OG. He was also an avid car enthusiast and was fascinated with anything that had an engine, he could drive anything and drive you anywhere. Chris loved music and he was passionate about life. He had a great sense of humor and brought light and laughter to those fortunate enough to be in his life. He was a good man.
He is survived by his wife Susan (Dumais) Berntsen of Derry, NH; his son, Christopher H. Berntsen, II of Weare, NH; his daughter, Alicia M. Berntsen of Derry. NH; three brothers, Harold Berntsen and his wife Gabriel of Germany, Michael Berntsen and his wife Susan of Manchester, NH, and Shawn Berntsen and his wife Katie of Raymond, NH; two sisters, Frances LeLacheur and her husband John of Massachusetts and his sister Ann Berntsen as well as several nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his wife's family who loved him very much. He was predeceased by his father Harold, his mother Mary (Dyer) Berntsen and two sisters, Cathleen McElroy and Helen Marie Richards.
Following cremation, a memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the NH Humane Society, 1305 Meredith Center Rd., Laconia, NH 03246 or to the Disabled American Veterans, PO Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301. The Peabody Funeral Homes and Crematorium of Derry and Londonderry are assisting the family with arrangements.