Betty Lucy Havlock

Betty L. Havlock, 68, of Holderness, died peacefully at home on December 30, 2016, surrounded by family and loved ones after a courageous battle with cancer. Betty was born at home in Holderness, on July 23, 1948, to the late Gladys (Whittemore) and James B. Merrill. Betty would often be seen around at local stores purchasing scratch tickets. She loved spending time with her family, friends and especially, her grandchildren. She was forever thinking of them, and picking up some little thing she knew they would enjoy, such a favorite drink or treat. The word "No" did not exist at Gram's house, especially when it came to raiding the always fully stocked candy bowl. She loved being with her family and telling stories; her quick wit and humor will be greatly missed as she was certainly the life of every family gathering. She cherished her beloved Shar- Pei dogs: King Kong, Akella and Buddy. Betty enjoyed fishing, playing games, adding additional scents to her supply of Yankee Candles; bargain shopping (she was always on the hunt for a great deal) with her daughter and siblings; she enjoyed the bartering and lively conversations that took place while holding or attending yard sales; road tripping to Foxwoods with her siblings and family. Most of all, she was the happiest when she was surrounded by family and friends. Betty was a beloved mother, grandmother, wife and sister. She will be greatly missed by all who were fortunate enough to know her. She is survived by her husband, Richard Havlock, her son Guy B. Torsey, and his wife, Karen of Bridgewater; daughter Tammy Pierce and her husband, Kenny of Ashland; son Shawn Torsey, and his wife, Angela of Campton; step-children, Stella Smith, and her husband, Kent of Holderness; Carrie Graton of Ashland; Jessie Havlock, and his wife, Karen of Thornton; Richard Havlock Jr, and his wife, Sandra of Dorchester; Rodney Havlock, and his wife, Tammy of Wentworth; brothers, James (Jimmy) Merrill of Holderness; John Merrill of Holderness, Robert Merrill, and his wife, Gloria of Campton; Allen Merrill, and his wife, Florence (Chicki) of Holderness; Edward Merrill, and his wife, Vicky of Ashland; sister, Eleanor, and her husband, Benny of New Hampton; her grandchildren, Heather and Chelsea Martell, Hunter and Isabelle Torsey; Skyler and Isaac Torsey; 18 step-grandchildren and 1 step great-grandchild. Calling Hours will be held in the Mayhew Funeral Home, 12 Langdon St. Plymouth, on Wednesday, Jan.4th, from 6pm to 8pm. A Spring graveside service will be held on April 28, 2017, at 11am, in the Blair Cemetery, Campton, NH. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in honor of Betty's life may be made to the NH Humane Society, PO Box 572, Laconia, NH 03246.

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Betty Lucy Havlock

July 23, 1948 - December 30, 2016