Edward D. French

Edward D. French, 84 of Gilford, NH passed away on February 28, 2023, with family by his side at Concord Hospital.

Ed was born in Manchester, NH on January 24, 1939, and was raised in Amherst, NH. He graduated from Milford High School and went on to become a member of the US Naval Reserve where he was able to see and experience much of the world. His love for the water and all things nautical followed him throughout his life. His favorite pastime was boating on the ocean and New Hampshire lakes.

Ed spent his entire career working as an Engineering technician for Sanders Associates/Lockheed/BAE Systems in Nashua, NH.

Ed was predeceased by his parents Howard C. French and Faith (Griffin) French and his wife, the love of his life, Annette Jean (Ledoux) French. He is survived by his sons Stephen French (Michele French), Timothy French and his grandchildren Shelby, Morgan, Dylan and Sydney.

SERVICES: Calling hours will be on March 7th from 6 to 8pm at Smith & Heald Funeral Home, 63 Elm Street, Milford, NH. There will be a private burial service at Meadowview Cemetery in Amherst, NH later in the spring. To share a memory or offer a condolence, please go to www.smith-heald.com