Final Salute

Bernard Joseph “Bernie” Arsenault, age 82, passed away on Friday, July 7, 2023, at home in Alton Bay.

Born October 22, 1940 in Wilmington, MA, son of Theodore Joseph and Mary Ethel (LeClair) Arsenault, he resided in Stoneham, MA for many years, moved to New Durham, NH where he lived for 12 years and resided in Alton Bay, NH since 1998.

A Veteran of the United States Navy, he served two tours in Vietnam, recipient of several Medals of Honor, in 1990 in Hondurus, Amphibious Seabees, and he served 30 years with the Navy Reserves.

He had worked with the Stoneham Public Works in Stoneham, MA from 1976-1984. In Alton, NH, he had worked as an Equipment Operator with Scott Williams.

Bernie was a retired Volunteer Firefighter, having served in Stoneham, MA, New Durham and Alton, NH.

A member of the American Legion and VFW.

Survived by his wife Ruth E. (Jackson) Arsenault, 4 children: Scott Arsenault, Mark Arsenault, Sonja Arsenault Kappes and Ronald Arsenault, 14 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild, his first wife Carlene (Johnson) Arsenault, also many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by 5 sisters: Theresa, Aldona, Gladys, Jean, and Grace.

A private Graveside Service will be held at New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery in Boscawen, immediate family only.

Family and friends are invited to Bernard’s Celebration of Life at the American Legion in Alton on Sunday July 23, 2023 from 1pm- 4pm, military honors.

Cremation care by Peaslee Alton Funeral Home, to express condolences, please visit: www.peasleefuneralhome.com