Donald P. Morin

OBITUARY

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother-in-lawDonald P. Morin, 87, of Pelham, New Hampshire, passed away on Wednesday August 7, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family.He was the loving husband of the late Claire M. (Benoit) Morin who died in 2016.Born in Lowell, Massachusetts, May 7, 1937, the son of the late Peter E. and the late Mabel (Harbour) Morin, he attended Dracut Schools and was a graduate of Dracut High School in the class of 1955.Prior to his retirement, Donald worked as a computer programmer for the Raytheon Corporation in Andover, MA, for over 37 years.Over his lifetime, Donald enjoyed spending time with the love of his life, Claire. Together they enjoyed their life and their love of family. They created a lot of memories throughout their years together and could always be seen sitting on their farmers’ porch relaxing at the end of the day. In the summer months, he always had a vegetable garden at his home which he loved to tend to. He enjoyed working in his yard and mowing his lawn, which he took great pride in. He also enjoyed fishing in the brooks and lakes of New Hampshire as well as woodworking in his workshop. He was an avid fan of the New England Patriots and the Boston Red Sox. Donald could also be seen on the golf course frequently. He was a longtime member of Pine Valley Golf Course. He had a lot of fun in the tournaments that he would play in. He enjoyed playing the game and the camaraderie amongst the other golfers. In the months when he was not playing golf (due to the seasons changing) he would have Friday night “card night” with his golfing buddies. He even had a sign on the door of the card room that read “Pine Valley “Annex”. He was a friend to everyone and will be greatly missed.Donald is survived by two daughters: Kathleen Jesmont and her husband Ralph of Folsom, California, Cheryl Perigny of Pelham, NH; two sons Ronald Morin and his wife Joyce of Pelham, NH, and Gary Morin of Manchester, NH; thirteen grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren; one brother-in-law Tony Martin of Dracut, MA.He was the father of the late Michael and Donna Morin and Robin Sandall. He was the brother of the late Yvonne Martin and Joan Straughan.Relatives and friends may call on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, for a Memorial Visitation at the PELHAM FUNERAL HOME 11 NASHUA RD. in PELHAM from 9:00 to 10:45 A.M. His Funeral Service will be held in the funeral home at 11:00 A.M. Burial to follow at Gibson Cemetery. E-condolences/directions at www.pelhamfuneralhome.com. Those wishing to make contributions in his memory may do so to the American Lung Association (www.lung.org). Arrangements by Funeral Director James F, O’Donnell, Jr. (603) 635-3333.