Charles E. Duval

Charles E. Duval, 91, lifelong resident and 3rd generation, of Amherst, NH, died on June 17, 2020 at his home. He was born on August 30, 1928, a son of John C. and Esther (Hicks) Duval, in Amherst, NH in the same home as his mother and where his parents were married.. Prior to his retirement in 1993, Charlie had been employed for Edgecomb Steel in Nashua, NH for more than 30 years and later worked for the Town of Amherst Highway Department for 16 years. He was a member of the Amherst Fire Department and served as Chief from 1961-1971, where he was known as A-5. In addition, he was a member of the Lawrence Engine Company where his grandfather had been the Chief. Charlie served on the Historic District Commission and was named Citizen of the Year in 2004. He enjoyed camping, traveling, NASCAR races, riding trails on his ATV and chair caning. He also loved attending the McIntyre/Curtis Family Reunions for over 60 years. Charlie was a U.S. Air Force veteran having served during the Korean War and was honorably discharged in 1952 with the rank of Staff Sergeant. He was a longtime member of the Ricciardi Hartshorn Post #23 American Legion, Milford. He was predeceased by his loving wife, Patricia (McIntyre) Duval; and a brother, Herbert Duval. Family members include his daughter and son-in-law, Jan and Web Stout of Canterbury, NH; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Harry and Irma Duval of CT, Francis and Jackie Duval of VT; two nieces, Diane Jocher and her husband Ronnie, Bobbi Shaw and her husband Peter, all of New Jersey. A graveside service with military honors will be held on Wednesday, June 24th at 10:00 am in Meadowview Cemetery, Foundry Street, Amherst. Those attending are asked to adhere to current guidelines by wearing a mask and observing social distancing. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to Amherst Fire Rescue, P.O. Box 1199, 177 Amherst Street, Amherst, NH 03031. Arrangements are in the care of Smith & Heald Funeral Home, 63 Elm Street, Milford. To share a memory or offer a condolence, please go to www.smith-heald.com