Rochester, NH

Arel Burton "Downsy" Downs, age 86, of Royalcrest MHP, Rochester NH, died at home peacefully July 3, 2021.

Born June 4, 1935 and raised in Mexico, ME, son of Charles and Marjorie (Hatt) Downs, he has resided in Rochester, NH since 1953.

Downsy had worked as a grounds Keeper for the Rochester Cemetery Association for many years, also had worked many jobs to include: Yardman for Brock's Building Materials in Rochester, Custodian for Dover School System, a truck driver for many companies and worked as a Special Police Officer for over 13 years for the City of Rochester, NH.

He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, singing songs around the house, collecting antique model cars, was known as a character in the mobile home park who would always help others, mow lawns, fixing things and assisting others financially.

Survived by his wife of 69 years: Freda F. (Farrington) Downs, 5 daughters: Louise (Bruce) Wheeler, Gloria (Richard) Morin, Sheila (Ken) Hall, Nancy (Charles) Brun, Becky (Sarah) Cote-Downs, 13 grandchildren, many great grandchildren, several great great grandchildren, 1 nephew: Leroy Tripp, 1 niece: Judith Keezer. Predeceased by a granddaughter: Becky Sue Elwell and sister: Pauline Tripp-Currier.

Calling Hours will be held on Wednesday July 7, 2021 from 4:00-7:00pm at the Peaslee Funeral Home 24 Central Street, Farmington, NH. His funeral service will be at the funeral home on Thursday July 8, 2021 at 11:00am with interment to follow at the Rochester Cemetery. To express online condolences, please visit www.peasleefuneralhome.com