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Pittsfield NH News

May 29, 2013

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Those Celebrating Birthdays are: May 29, Edward Ash; May 30, Dick Burley; June 1, Bruce Smith, Holly Payne, Dennis Beaudoin, Jr., Teresa Merrill, Matthew Snell; June 2, Tucker Wolfe; June 3, Sakima Riel, Sandy Higgins; June 4, Autumn Munn.

 

A Very Happy Birthday To One and All!

 


 

Celebrating Anniversaries are: May 29, Leon and Corine Miller; June 1, Rich and Candee  Frost.

 

Best Wishes!

 


 

On behalf of the Pittsfield Post Office, we would like to say thank you for all your food donations. Thanks to all of you, others will benefit and be able to feed their families during hardship. Thank you to the Globe for posting the food drive on their sign on Route 28. Remember that you can donate anytime at the Pittsfield food pantry located in the Town Hall. Thank you.

 


 

Items Needed for Lions Club Yard Sale

 

The Suncook Valley Area Lions Club from Pittsfield/Barnstead will be participating in the Town Wide Yard Sale on Saturday, June 1.  If anyone has items they would like to donate to the Lions Club please drop them off at Jitters Café on Main Street or if the items are large and need to be picked up, please call Ed at 435-5052 or Bob at 848-7122 to arrange pickup.

 


 

Reminder

 

The Infant Toddler Diaper Pantry will be open on Tuesdays, June 4 and June 18 from 9-11 am at the Congregational Church, Pittsfield.  Please use the Chestnut Street entrance.

 


 

Pittsfield Youth Baseball/Softball is raffling four (4) front-row seats to a Red Sox vs. Yankees game.  Tickets are available at Bell Brothers (1 Depot St., Pittsfield) and are $5 each or five (5) for $20.  All proceeds support quality baseball and softball programs for the boys and girls of Pittsfield.  The game is Saturday, July 20th at 4:05 pm.  The drawing is June 27th.

 


 

Dorcas Guild

May 2013

 

The Dorcas Guild of the First Congregational Church of Pittsfield met the evening of May 14 with a mere ten members attending. President Nancy Fogg opened the meeting and Mary Jo Powelson led devotions, which began with a moment of silence in memory of our beloved Elsie Morse. Mary Jo then read “The Broken Chain” and all joined in the Lord’s Prayer.

 

The secretary gave her minutes of the previous meeting, read correspondence and circulated many greeting cards for signing. The treasurer gave her report.

 

Audrey Moore has the food basket and Kathy Bergeron will get it in June. Peggy Jacobs has the apron, which will be taken in June by Mary Jo. The mystery package, brought by Gailann Newton was won by Joan Riel.

 

The June banquet was discussed. It will be held at Jitters Café on June 11. Two different entrée selections were offered and members signed up for their choice. The “Ladies Blossom Tea” to be held May 16 was discussed and final plans were made.

 

A donation was made to the church’s building fund in loving memory of deceased member, Elsie Morse. A monetary gift to an upcoming high school graduate was approved. A donation for the delegates to the National Conference was postponed until June.

 

Members were reminded of Children’s Day and the pot luck lunch May 19. Several members will assist with Fellowship Hour June 9 and the Guild will be responsible for the entire Fellowship Hour June 16. The Patriotic Concert, “Celebrate America,” is coming up May 31.

 

Mary Jo gave a detailed report on the Infant and Toddler Diaper Pantry, which has finally caught on, and she reported that it is now operating the first and third Tuesdays of each month.

 

At the close of the meeting, delicious refreshments were served by Kathy Bergeron and Mary Jo Powelson. Attendees then participated in flower arranging with Nella Hobson.

 

The next meeting will be the banquet at Jitters Café, June 11, 6 p.m.

 


 

VA Mandates Overtime To Increase Production Of

Compensation Claims Decisions

Latest Initiative Aimed At Reducing The Backlog

Submitted By Merrill A. Vaughan Commander

American Legion Peterson-Cram Post 75

Pittsfield, NH 03263

 

As part of its ongoing effort to accelerate the elimination of the disability compensation claims backlog, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is announcing today that it is mandating overtime for claims processors in its 56 regional benefits offices. This surge, which will be implemented through the end of fiscal year 2013, will be targeted to eliminating the backlogged status of claims. The additional overtime hours that will be worked during this period will be used to help eliminate the backlog with continued emphasis on high-priority claims for homeless Veterans and those claiming financial hardship, the terminally ill, former Prisoners of War, Medal of Honor recipients, and Veterans filing Fully Developed Claims.

 

“VA is dedicated to providing Veterans with the care and benefits they have earned and deserve,” said VA Secretary Eric K. Shinseki. “This increased overtime initiative will provide more Veterans with decisions on their claims and will help us achieve our goal of eliminating the claims backlog.”

 

This is the latest effort in support of the Secretary’s plan to reduce the backlog. Last month, the VA announced an initiative to expedite compensation claims decisions for Veterans who have waited one year or longer. On April 19, VA began prioritizing claims decisions for Veterans who have been waiting the longest, by providing provisional decisions that allow eligible Veterans to begin collecting compensation benefits quickly.  With a provisional decision, a Veteran has a year to submit additional information to support a claim before the decision becomes final.

 

“We’re committed to getting Veterans decisions on their claims as quickly and accurately as possible,” said Undersecretary for Benefits Allison A. Hickey. “We need to surge our resources now to help those who have waited the longest and end the backlog.”

 

Claims for Wounded Warriors separating from the military for medical reasons will continue to be handled separately and on a priority basis with the Department of Defense through the Integrated Disability Evaluation System (IDES). On average, Wounded Warriors separating through IDES currently receive VA compensation benefits in 2 months following their separation from service.

 

Veterans can learn more about disability benefits on the joint Department of Defense-VA web portal eBenefits at http://www.ebenefits.va.gov.

 

More information about filing Fully Developed Claims is available at: http://www.benefits.va.gov/transformation/fastclaims/

 


 

VA Announces New Grants To Help End Veterans’ Homelessness

Submitted By Merrill A. Vaughan Commander

American Legion Peterson-Cram Post 75

Pittsfield, NH 03263

 

The Department of Veterans Affairs has announced two new grants to support Secretary Eric K. Shinseki’s goal of ending Veterans’ homelessness in 2015. Under these new programs, homeless providers can apply for funding to enhance the facilities used to serve homeless Veterans, and acquire vans to facilitate transportation of this population.

 

“Those who have served this Nation as Veterans should never find themselves on the streets, living without care and without hope,” said Secretary Shinseki. “Homeless prevention grants provide community partners with the opportunity to help prevent and end homelessness on the local level. This is a crucial tool to get at-risk Veterans and their families on the road to stable, secure lives.”

 

Approximately $22 million in rehabilitation funds will be available to current operational Grant and Per Diem grantees as part of the effort to increase the useful life of the facilities previously funded under the program.  VA expects current Grant and Per Diem grantees will apply for funding to rehabilitate their current project location and enhance the safety, security and privacy issues associated with the homeless Veteran populations they serve.  A maximum of $250,000 is available per award and the award will not be more than 65 percent of the estimated total cost of the rehabilitation activity.  VA has established funding priorities to support its oldest capitally funded projects.

 

In addition, approximately $2 million in funds will be available for current operational Grant and Per Diem grantees to assist in the acquisition of vans in order to facilitate transportation of Veteran participants to medical appointments, employment opportunities in the community, and facilitate grantees’ outreach activities.  The maximum award for a van will be $35,000. The amount of the award will not exceed 65 percent of the total cost of the van.

 

Applications for both awards are due to the Grant and Per Diem office by no later than 4 p.m. Eastern time on June 28, 2013.

 

This funding is available under VA’s Homeless Providers Grant and Per Diem Program for current operational Grant and Per Diem grantees. The Grant and Per Diem Program provides community-based organizations with funding to develop and operate transitional housing and supportive services for homeless Veterans. The Grant and Per Diem Program has over 15,000 operational transitional housing beds nationwide.

 

The 2012 Annual Homeless Assessment Report (AHAR) to Congress, prepared by The Department of Housing and Urban Development, estimated there were 62,619 homeless Veterans on a single night in January 2012 in the United States, a 7.2 percent decline since 2011 and a 17.2 percent decline since 2009. The AHAR reports on the extent and nature of homelessness in America. Included in the report is the annual Point-in-Time (PIT) count, which measures the number of homeless persons in the U.S. on a single night in January 2012, including the number of homeless Veterans.

 

Additional information is available at http://www.va.gov/HOMELESS/GPD.asp or contact the Grant and Per Diem National Program Office at 877-332-0334.

 


 

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The 2013 Boys Middle School Suncook Valley Tournament was held in Barnstead this past weekend. Pittsfield out scored Barnstead in the semi-finals 10-6 then defeated Gilmanton in the Championship 12-2. This was Pittsfield’s second consecutive undefeated season. Pictured above: Eli Johnson, Connor Manteau, Kyle Stockman, Josh Whittier, Nick Fletcher, Casey Clark, Noah McGlashing, Cam Darrah, Tyler Darrah, Mike Duquette, Xenthios Cyr, and Westin Lemay.

 


 

Loudon Art Festival

 

Bring the whole family to celebrate art in many forms at the Maxfield Public Library’s Art Festival on June 8, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fine art, including a variety of colorful miniature paintings, will be on display in the Everson meeting room. Artisan booths outside will feature handmade soaps, pottery, textiles, jewelry, and more. 

 

Throughout the day, artists from the Loudon Village Arts group will offer demonstrations of their painting techniques in oil, pastel, acrylic, and watercolor. Children can express their creativity making a ribbon bracelet, adding to the Summer Reading Program mural of Dig into Reading!, and trying out other craft projects.

 

Luscious strawberry shortcake will make the day even sweeter. Whether for brunch or after lunch, don’t miss it!

 

The library is located at 8 Route 129. If the parking lot is full, the Fire Chief has given permission for additional parking on Recreation Drive, adjacent to Village Road. For more information, please call 798-5153.

 


 

School Lunch Menus

June 3 - June 7, 2013

 

PES

Monday

Loaf & Ladle

Grilled cheese, roasted sweet potatoes, tomato soup, pineapple

 

Tuesday

Tijuana Tuesday

Nachos with the fixin’s, refried beans, seasoned rice, peaches

 

Wednesday

Lunchtime Classic

American chop suey, garlic bread, garden salad, fresh fruit

 

Thursday

End of Year BBQ

Cheeseburger with the fixin’s, potato salad, watermelon

 

Friday

Fresh Picks Pizza

Cheese pizza or chef’s topping, green leaf salad, raisins

 

PMHS

Monday

Loaf & Ladle

Grilled cheese varieties, roasted sweet potatoes, tomato soup, pineapple

 

Tuesday

Tijuana Tuesday

Soft tacos with the fixin’s, refried beans, seasoned rice, peaches

 

Wednesday

Lunchtime Classic

American chop suey, dinner roll, garden salad, fresh fruit

 

Thursday

Light & Healthy

Turkey, tomato and bacon melt, green leaf salad, fresh fruit

 

Friday

Field Day BBQ

Cheeseburger or hot dog with the fixin’s, potato salad, watermelon

 


 

Pittsfield Area Senior Center June News

 

We’ll begin to enjoy the summer season with two special trips. On June 7, 2013 people can sign up to travel to the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center.  Join a fun tour of the scenic Science Center, which features native NH animals.  There is a $12.00 admission fee, and if you plan to car pool the cost is $7.00 to contribute to the driver’s expenses. Car pools will depart at 8:30 am, the rain date is June 21, 2013.

 

On June 12, 2013 we will travel to the Belmont Senior Center, 14 Mill Street, Belmont, NH to enjoy an 11:00 am Spring Concert by the Taylor Community Chorus. The talented chorus members are all senior citizens living at the Taylor Community. Following the concert we will enjoy a delicious lunch including soup and salad, turkey and seasonal fruit.  For both trips call, or visit, the Senior Center (435-8482) to sign up and learn details.

 

The Cribbage Club continues to meet Wednesday mornings at 9:30 am, the games and conversation are lively and pleasurable.  Join anytime!

 

The luncheon on June 26th will include hamburgers with all the fixings; including homemade ketchup and mustard. To taste test out the recipes, come and enjoy the luncheon, and if you would like to help with cooking the condiments, join us at 10:00 am on June 19th.

 

See you soon at the Senior Center!

 


 

VA And Veterans Service Organizations Announce Claims

Initiative To Reduce Claims Backlog

Submitted By Merrill A. Vaughan Commander

American Legion Peterson-Cram Post 75

Pittsfield, NH 03263 

 

Joint Effort Aimed at Promoting Use of Fully Developed Claims

 

WASHINGTON  – Today, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Disabled American Veterans (DAV), and The American Legion announced a new partnership to help reduce the compensation claims backlog for Veterans. The effort—the Fully Developed Claims (FDC) Community of Practice—is a key part of VA’s overall transformation plan to end the backlog in 2015 and process claims within 125 days at 98% accuracy. VA can process FDCs in half the time it takes for a traditionally filed claim.

 

“VA prides itself on our ongoing partnership with organizations that represent Veterans throughout the claims process,” said Undersecretary for Benefits Allison A. Hickey.  “A Fully Developed Claim is the most effective way to ensure a Veteran’s claim never reaches the backlog—and is the basis for this new initiative between VA and what we expect will be an ever-increasing number of Veterans Service Organizations (VSOs) and others who represent Veterans at various points of the claims process. ”

 

“This new initiative takes a common-sense approach to working smarter to better serve our injured and ill Veterans,” said DAV Washington Headquarters Executive Director Barry Jesinoski “DAV is pleased to be working with the VA to help improve the disability compensation system.”  

 

“We have been working with VA since last December on its fully developed claims process,” said James E. Koutz, national commander of The American Legion. “Teams of our experts have already gone to VA regional offices in Denver, Pittsburgh, Baltimore and other cities to help identify best practices for FDCs, and to further train our own service officers.” Koutz said the Legion’s next visit in support of the FDC program is planned for June at the VA regional office in Reno, Nevada

 

Claims are considered to be “fully developed” when Veterans submit all available supporting evidence, like private treatment records and notice of federal treatment records, to VA at the time they first file a formal claim and certify they have no more evidence to submit. This is the information that VA needs to make a determination on a disability claim. The FDC program supports the sharing of best practices across Veterans Service Organizations, who help thousands of Veterans each year with their compensation claims, to identify up front all evidence necessary to support a Veteran’s claim.  Veterans then certify that they have no additional evidence to submit, and VA can process the claim in half the time it takes for a traditionally filed claim.

 

VSOs have long played an integral role in submitting Veterans claims - often with representatives working within VA regional offices. VA has consulted with them throughout the development and implementation of VA’s plan to end the backlog in 2015 to ensure best practices and their unique insights were incorporated. The American Legion and DAV are the first to step forward to work with VA on the FDC program, and that program has led to a much more efficient process. Meaningful progress will be felt by increasing numbers of Veterans as more VSOs participate with VA in the FDC program. This initiative is just the latest example of the collaboration between VA and VSOs. In July, VA held a workshop to obtain the views of  VSO representatives  and to provide them with information on the effort to eliminate the claims backlog. The main focus of the workshop was VA’s emphasis on the shared goal of better serving Veterans and positive impact of filing Fully Developed Claims. These workshops will be replicated in VBA regional offices across the country.

 

“VA will continue to work with our VSO partners to provide the world-class health care and benefits that Veterans have earned through their service,” said Undersecretary Hickey.

 

This is the latest effort in support of the Secretary’s plan to reduce the backlog. Last month, VA announced an initiative to expedite compensation claims decisions for Veterans who have waited one year or longer.   On April 19, VA began prioritizing claims decisions for Veterans who have been waiting the longest, by providing provisional decisions that allow eligible Veterans to begin collecting compensation benefits quickly.  With a provisional decision, a Veteran has a year to submit additional information to support a claim before the decision becomes final. 

 

On May 15, VA announced that it is mandating overtime for claims processors in its 56 regional benefits offices through the end of fiscal year 2013 to help eliminate the backlog, with continued emphasis on high-priority claims for homeless Veterans and those claiming financial hardship, the terminally ill, former Prisoners of War, Medal of Honor recipients, and Veterans filing Fully Developed Claims. As of May 17, the paperless claims processing system known as the Veterans Benefits Management System, or VBMS, has been deployed to 46 out of 56 regional office locations, and about 18% of VA’s current claim inventory is in an electronic format.

 

Claims for Wounded Warriors separating from the military for medical reasons will continue to be handled separately and on a priority basis with the Department of Defense through the Integrated Disability Evaluation System (IDES). On average, Wounded Warriors separating through IDES currently receive VA compensation benefits in 2 months following their separation from service.

 

Veterans can learn more about disability benefits on the joint Department of Defense-VA web portal eBenefits at http://www.ebenefits.va.gov and find information about filing Fully Developed Claims here: www.benefits.va.gov/transformation/fastclaims/. Servicemembers returning from active duty in combat theatres are eligible for five years of VA medical care – regardless of the status of any disability claim submitted.  Medical care is not withheld while disability claims are under review.  For more information on enrolling in VA health benefits, please visit http://www.va.gov/healthbenefits/.

 


 

VA, DoD And HHS Partner To Expand Access To Mental Health Services For Veterans, Service Members And Families

Inter-Agency Effort To Increase Access To Mental Health Services

Responds To Executive Order

Submitted By Merrill A. Vaughan Commander

American Legion Peterson-Cram Post 75

Pittsfield, NH 03263

 

Today, the Departments of Veterans Affairs (VA), Defense (DoD) and Health and Human Services (HHS) announced the progress made to date on initiatives called for in President Obama’s August 31, 2012, Executive Order to Improve Access to Mental Health Services for Veterans, Service Members, and their families. 

 

“We have made strong progress to expand Veterans’ access to quality mental health services, and President Obama has challenged us to do even more,” said Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki. “Our ongoing, joint efforts reflect our commitment to the health and well-being of the men and women who have served the Nation.”

 

“One of the great challenges we face as a nation is how to provide quality, accessible, long term, mental health care for service members, veterans and their families. Using the combined resources and expertise from across the government we are advancing services for those who have sacrificed so much for our nation,” said Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel.

 

President Obama’s Executive Order directed VA, DoD, and HHS, in coordination with other federal agencies, to take a number of steps to ensure that Veterans, Service Members, and their families receive the mental health services and support they need. 

 

“There’s no more important work than taking care of those who protect our nation,” said Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius. “By working together, we can make sure our service men and women, our veterans, and their families have the behavioral health services they need to build healthy and fulfilling lives.”

 

Today, the Departments released an interim report, found here, outlining progress on this initiative, including:

 

• Increasing the capacity of the Veterans Crisis Line by 50 percent to help ensure that Veterans in crisis can readily reach help.

 

• Establishing 15 pilot projects in seven states where VA is working with community-based mental health providers to help Veterans access mental health services in a timely way.

 

• Increasing VA mental health services capacity through VA hiring of nearly 1,400 mental health providers and 248 new peer specialists.

 

• Implementing a national suicide prevention campaign to connect Veterans and Service Members to mental health services.

 

The Departments are actively working on additional deliverables called for in the Executive Order, including the development of a National Research Action Plan.

 

Federal Department actions to date include:

Suicide Prevention:  VA and DoD jointly developed and are implementing a national suicide prevention campaign to connect Veterans and Service Members to mental health services.  This year-long effort began Sep. 1, 2012. The program continues to save lives and link Veterans with effective ongoing mental health services on a daily basis. As of March 2013, the Veterans Crisis Line (1-800-273-8255, press 1) has received over 814,000 calls, over 94,000 chats, as well as over 7,200 texts, and has helped more than 28,000 Veterans in imminent danger.  VA has also completed the hiring and training of additional staff to increase the capacity of the Veterans Crisis Line that were called for in the Executive Order. In addition, the DoD has initiated a thorough review of its mental health and substance abuse prevention, education and outreach programs informed by the expertise of the Department of Health and Human Services’ Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.

 

Enhanced Partnerships Between the VA and Community Providers:  VA worked with HHS to help identify potential local community resources to improve Veterans access to mental health services.  VA has enhanced access to mental health care by establishing 15 VA pilot agreements with clinics in local communities to improve access to mental health service.

 

Expanded VA Mental Health Staffing:  As of May 7, 2013, VA has hired a total of 1,360 mental health clinical providers towards the goal of 1,600 new mental health professionals outlined in the Executive Order. Additionally, VA has hired 2,036 mental health clinical providers to fill existing vacancies. VA has also hired nearly 250 new peer specialists in support of the specific goal of 800 peer specialists outlined in the Executive Order. The interim report indicated that as of Jan. 29, 2013, VA had hired 1,058 mental health clinical providers in support of the specific goal of 1,600 mental health professionals, and over 100 peer specialists in support of the specific goal of 800 peer specialists.

 

Improved Research and Development: The development of a National Research Action Plan to better understand and develop treatments for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), traumatic brain injury (TBI), and co-occurring conditions; and identify strategies to support collaborative research efforts to address suicide prevention is underway. VA, DoD and HHS and the Department of Education have collaborated and submitted the plan on time. DoD and VA are investing more than $100 million in new research to improve diagnosis and treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI) and Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).  They have launched two initiatives to establish joint DoD/VA research consortia with academia and industry partnerships to study the chronic effects of mild TBI and PTSD.

 

Working together, the Departments will continue to expand the public health approach to providing optimal support for the mental health needs of Veterans, Service Members and their families.  They also will continue to provide updates on their work as it progresses.

 


 

Concert Celebrates America

 

With toe-tapping Sousa marches, a salute to our Armed Forces and many other national favorites, all ages will certainly enjoy “Celebrate America,” a patriotic concert, Friday, May 31, 7 p.m. at the First Congregational Church, 24 Main Street, Pittsfield.

It will feature the church’s Chancel Choir and JuBellation Handbell Choir and UNH’s own Inextinguishable Brass Quintet. You will even have a chance to join in on a few special songs. Light refreshments will be served during intermission.

 

Join us for this delightful event – an evening of magnificent music honoring our wonderful country. Parking and wheelchair accessibility at rear entrance. More information at: pittsfieldcc.com or 435-7471. God Bless America!

 


 

Bodacious Babes To Perform At Scenic Theatre 

 

Get set for an evening of unique, robust, fun entertainment when The Pittsfield Players present the “Bodacious Babes” on Saturday, June 1 at 7:30 pm at the Scenic Theatre, 6 Depot Street, Pittsfield, NH. Tickets, which are $10 per person, will be available at the door on the night of the performance on a first come, first serve basis. The box office will open at 7 pm on the night of the show so be sure to get there early for the best seats. 

 

The show will be opened by local singer Amanda Letendre from Pembroke, who tried out for American Idol and who has competed in many local voice competitions, as well as a competition in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee this past March. She will entertain you for the first half-hour and then we’ll bring on The Babes! 

 

Both Babe Kat and Babe Peg are blessed with larger than life personalities and booming voices, and they’re guaranteed to put a smile on your face as they sing their way through the decades. “The Bodacious Babes” have been performing all over New England for 10 years, and they are known for their bawdy humor, booming voices and sparkling personalities. (okay, and a few strategically placed feather boas as well…) These ladies don’t hang back when entertaining their audiences. There will be Do-Wop numbers from the 50s, songs from the 40s, Broadway gems and some fabulous impressions of Patsy Cline, Reba, Tammy and Dolly all thrown in for a night of great fun. 

 

Babe Peg Johnson has already delighted Players’ audiences when she appeared as Dame Sybil in last fall’s “I Remember Mama,” and more recently when she played the role of Julia in “Lend Me A Tenor.” Peg is a four time winner of the NHCMA Traditional Country Entertainer of the Year and winner of the Traditional Female Gospel Entertainer of the Year. 

 

Babe Kat Murphy has been named the NHCMA Traditional Gospel Vocalist of the Year and Traditional Gospel Entertainer of the Year. She is also an NACMAI National Gospel Entertainer of the year. These two ladies have great vocal credentials and will sing their hearts out for you. This will be a great show, so make your plans now and don’t miss it. 

 


 

Ladies Blossom Tea First Congregational Church Of Pittsfield

Submitted By Nancy Fogg

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On Thursday afternoon, May 16, 2013, the Dorcas Guild hosted a delightful tea, which was enjoyed by the ladies of The First Congregational Church. The vestry was transformed into an inviting setting for a traditional tea with white linen table cloths, bouquets of flowers, and unique tea centerpieces. An antique teapot with two spouts was a focus of attention. Beautiful china teacups and pastel colored napkins added to the ambience. Photographs of attendee’s mothers stimulated conversation and stories.

 

All were welcomed by Nancy Fogg, President, who offered a prayer and quote by Thomas Hughes valuing friendship for devotion.  A moment of silence was held in memory of Elsie Morse and Cindy Cyr, our Dorcas friends.  All savored the delicious refreshments, an assortment of teas and raspberry punch.  Refreshments included a three tier of fruit, almond puffs, “teapot” sugar cookies, and an assortment of bars all served on colorful depression glass plates, which added to the festive atmosphere. A variety of teas were served in colorful teapots with a peach flavored tea receiving rave reviews.  Thursday afternoon was a wonderful time of friendship and fellowship.

 

Kudos to all the members of the Dorcas Guild for supporting this special event in a variety of ways.   China teapots, tea cups, baked goods, specialty teas, cheese and crackers, time and ideas were all generously volunteered. 

 

A special thank you is extended to the tea committee composed of Mary Jo Powelson, Peggy Jacobs, and Nancy Fogg. Stan Bailey graciously volunteered his time to transport attendees in the church bus. The Ladies Blossom Tea was a memorable event because of the interest and contributions of many.

 

The Dorcas Guild welcomes all.  There are a variety of ways to support our activities, occasionally or regularly, and to enjoy the fellowship of others.

  


Obituaries


 

Robert O. Moulton

 

Robert O. Moulton 86, of Catamount St. died May 21st at the Concord Hospital following a brief illness. He was born in Pittsfield, the son of Edward P. and Addie F. (Cram) Moulton and resided in the family home all his life. 

 

He was predeceased by brothers and sisters, Elwyn, Rita, Harold, Kenneth and Norma. He is survived by two nieces, a nephew, grand and great grand nieces, nephews and cousins.

 

He attended Pittsfield Public Schools and graduated from the Old Pittsfield Academy in 1944. He entered the US Army serving with the Third Army in Europe. Following the war, he graduated from Plymouth State College in 1950, with degrees in Social Studies and English. As an educator he taught at Alton High School and then Goffstown High School. From 1958 to 1981 he was principal at Goffstown High School and later Kennett High School, during which time he earned his Masters Degree at Boston University in 1962. Following his retirement in 1981, he joined the NH Community Technical College in Laconia as the Admissions/Student Services Officer later becoming the Dean of Student Affairs and Dean of Academic Affairs.

 

As a school administrator, he served a number of professional organizations. These included: President of the Central NH and Lakes Region Principals Associations, Coordinator of the NH Association of School Principals, member of the Commission on Accreditation of NE Association of Schools and Colleges, and a member of the National Association of School Principals. After his retirement from education, in 1989, he embarked upon what was to be a long journey of public service for the Town of Pittsfield.  

 

He was a member of the Planning Board, Trustees of Sanderson Trust, co-founder, and past President of the Historical Society, the Pittsfield Cemetery Association and the Berry Cemetery Association. A Multiple-term Commander and Adjutant of the Peterson-Cram American Legion Post #75. He was an active supporter of the Park St. Baptist Church and later the First Congregational Church. He was a dedicated Town Historian and “professional” Memorial day flag placer. 

 

He has received many honors including Citizen of The Year in 1996. He was a past member and a Paul Harris Fellow of the Pittsfield Rotary Club and the 2013 Member of the Year of the American Legion Post. He was an avid sports enthusiast. He loved skiing and was a baseball coach. Researching and writing were his favorite pastimes. A series of articles he wrote on Pittsfield’s notable people appeared in the Suncook Valley Sun and initiated the idea of Pittsfield’s Hall of Fame.

 

As per Bob’s request, Services and Interment will be private. 

 

Donations in his memory may be made to Peterson-Cram American Legion Post #75, PO Box 11, Pittsfield, NH 03263 or to the Pittsfield Historical Society, PO Box 173, Pittsfield, NH 03263.

 

Perkins & Pollard Memorial Home is assisting with arrangements. To sign an online guest book, log on to perkinsandpollard.com.  

 


 

John J. Pirttiaho

 

John J. Pirttiaho, 49, died Thursday, May 16, 2013, in the comfort of his home.

 

He was born November 27, 1963, in Boston, the son of Olavi and Doris Pirttiaho.

 

John married his high school sweetheart, Laura (Coronity) Pirttiaho and settled in Contoocook. They celebrated 27 years of marriage last June.

 

John is survived by his beloved wife, Laura Pirttiaho: his daughter, Lisa Pirttiaho and her husband David Konick of Pittsfield; his son, Sean Pirttiaho of Concord; daughter in spirit, Cathy Casagrande of Newmarket; brothers, Mark and Lee Pirttiaho of South Boston; along with many cousins, nieces, and nephews.

 

A service of remembrance will be held Wednesday, May 29, at 2 p.m. at Faith Baptist Church, 53 Mammoth Road, Manchester.

 

In lieu of flowers donations should be sent to TD BANK to the account, Memorial for John Pirttiaho. Donations will assist in expenses; remaining donations will be donated to the dialysis center he attended in Concord.

 


 


 

 











 

 

 

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