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In memory of

Bill "Billy" Blaine

Gilford, NH

January 17, 1949 - November 10, 2023

Jan 17, 1949 - Nov 10, 2023

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In memory of

Bill "Billy" Blaine

Passed

November 10, 2023
Born

January 17, 1949
Resided

Gilford, NH

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Raised by 4 people

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Here is some information:
- Bill graduated in '67
- Attached is his senior year photo and bio
- He was a member of band all 4 years of high school
- Trustees' Meritorious Service Award recipient in 2012. The Trustees' Meritorious Service Award is not an annual award but given when a member of the Pinkerton community is recognized for consistent and meritorious service to the Academy and its mission.
- Attached is the Stockbridge Theatre plaque with his name on it
- His Hall of Fame plaque reads: Class of 1967; dedicated Pinkerton band member; his band Stone Cross provided entertainment at numerous Pinkerton dances; founded his own concert sound and lighting company; donated lighting and sound services, equipment and hundreds of hours of his own time to Pinkerton's Fine Arts Department throughout the years.

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GILFORD, NH: William “Billy” Henry Blaine, loving husband and brother, devoted father and grandfather, talented guitarist, performer and businessman, much loved for his exceptional sense of humor and infectious laugh, kindness, and generosity, died peacefully on November 10, 2023. He was 74.

Bill was born in Haverhill, MA in 1949 and in 1959 moved with his family to Hampstead, NH. Bill graduated from Pinkerton Academy in 1967 and went on to pursue a BS in …

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There will be a Celebration of life for Bill's many friends and family. Please reach out to Ellen at ellen@ellenmulligan.com

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Born

January 17th, 1949

Started Band The Telstars

1964

Hampstead, New Hampshire

Graduated from high school

1967

Pinkerton Academy, Pinkerton Street, Derry, NH

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Cause of death

Alzheimer's

Method of disposition

Cremation

Funeral services provided by

Peabody Funeral Homes

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Raised by 4 people

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