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1950
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2023
David McNamara Obituary
Belmont, NH - David Thomas McNamara died at his home after a courageous fight against cancer. He was surrounded by family, in the home he and his wife Janis worked so hard for over the years to make it everything they dreamed of.
Born in Massachusetts March 30, 1950 to Thomas and Blanche McNamara; he was the youngest of four children. He moved to Belmont during his high schools years and here he stayed raising his loving family. He worked a few different jobs and retired after 33 years from Concord Hospital; to pursue his love of farming, his family, restoring antique cars with his friend Jack Butler and many adventures with Janis in his 1947 MG.
Those who knew David even if just for a moment can attest to what a hard working, genuinely kind soul that he was. He was the go to guy for anything and everything, the Mr Fix-it, the baby whisperer, smart and intuitive in everything he laid his hands on but most of all the most amazing husband, father, friend and neighbor any of us could have asked for. His family was his greatest treasure. He loved with all his heart and believed in being kind and patient to everyone he met. The smile and wave to whomever crossed paths with him is something so many will never forget.
He will be missed by everyone he touched but especially his beloved wife and best friend Janis McNamara, his trusty sidekick Mason, his daughter Jennifer Deware and son in law John Deware, his son Jason McNamara and fiancé Mel, his son Paul Blake and wife Deb, daughter Angela Hanson and husband Michael and son Christopher Blake and wife Jennifer. His sister Judith Hebblethwaite, 2 brothers; Robert McNamara and wife Deb and Richard McNamara and wife Karlene, as well as many nieces and nephews, and his beautiful grandchildren and great grandchildren that he'd say made him the richest man alive.
David was preceded by his parents and his grandson Jacob Deware. May they hold him close.
We would like to truly thank the amazing crew at Lakes Region VNA for their continued support and guidance they gave us, during this incredibly tough week. Their services were above and beyond.
In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the Jake Deware Kindness Project created in memory of David's Grandson. Kindness is something David always carried with him, if you knew him you felt it. Jake Deware Kindness Project, 138 South Rd Belmont NH 03220
A celebration of Life will be held at a later date
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Jim Sneck
November 16, 2023
Dave was a great person. He could do anything. I always enjoyed talking and working with him. Dave had an easy going way and was a pleasure to be around. A great guy!
Debby Urella
November 7, 2023
I worked at the FHC for many years and I was always happy to see David's smiling face in my window. Hecwas so clever and talented and mostly kind. Prayers to his family. May he rest in peace.
Debby
DANIEL CRUZ
November 7, 2023
David was such a great man. I enjoyed my visits with him his brother's and sister and his wife Janis. Sharon and I are so sad to hear of his passing. Our condolences and prayers are with your family. David will be missed.
Harry and Kathryn morse
November 7, 2023
Amazingly skilled man at his trades ,RIP my friend.
Adrienne R. Concord Hospital
November 7, 2023
I'm so very sorry for your loss. Dave was such a kind and friendly soul. He made any day brighter with his smile and encouraging words. May all of his loved ones find comfort in memories, and feel the peace of the angels with whom Dave surely rests.
Heather and Bruce
November 7, 2023
We were so sorry to hear this sad news. We met David and Janis at an MG rally and became good friends. We spent fun times together and will cherish those memories. He was a true gentleman and a kind thoughtful man who surely loved his family.
We will miss him.
Cindi Gow
November 7, 2023
Dave, thank you for all your kindness over the years. It won´t be forgotten. You were a true blue Concord Hospital friend. Cheers!
Rest in peace.
Cindi Gow
Gary Powell
November 6, 2023
My condolences to The McNamara Family, I had the pleasure of working With David for many years at Concord Hospital. I will never forget him teaching me the secrets of bees wax when breaking apart old rusty threads on pipes. Dave had a big heart and will be missed by many.
Paul Cantrell
November 6, 2023
My sincerest sympathies to Janis and the entire family for your loss. The obituary nailed it. If someone were to ask me if I knew of anyone that was a genuinely kind and good hearted man, Dave would be my first thought. From the first time I met him he always was there to lend a hand, offer advise in a humble way, or offer a smile. He would be the first to arrive and last to leave in a moment of need. He certainly will be a person this earth will miss as there are very few people as respected and as kind hearted as he.
Your friend always, Paul
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