New Durham, NH

Bernard Thomas Loughlin, age 80 died on August 21, 2019 at home with his loving family.

Born and raised in Portsmouth, NH on September 25, 1938, son of Thomas J. and Mary (Rafferty) Loughlin. After graduating from Portsmouth High School, he went on to receive a Masters degree from Holy Cross. He has resided in New Durham for the past 16 years.

Bernard had retired as a Chemist for Norton Saint-Gobain Abrasives, INC. He held 3 United State patents. After retirement he was a rural mail carrier in the Lakes Region, NH.

A parishioner and Eucharistic Minister of St. Katharine Drexel Parish in Alton, NH.  Bernie enjoyed hiking, swimming and playing hockey.

Survived by his wife of 57 years; Anneleen (Lajoie) Loughlin, 2 sons; Michael and wife Alma Loughlin, Donald and wife Leslie Loughlin, a daughter; Joyce and husband Brendan Bastille, a brother; Peter Loughlin, 2 sisters; Mary Loughlin and Anastasia Marple, along with 5 beloved grandchildren; Grace, Eric, Sam, Anna, and Mikaila.

A Memorial Mass will be held on Monday August 26, 2019, 11am at St. Katharine Drexel Parish, 40 Hidden Springs Road Alton, NH, a Calling Hour prior to from 10am-11am. A bereavement luncheon to follow at the church. Urn interment will be held at 2:30pm at the Calvary Cemetery in Portsmouth, NH. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in his name to The American Cancer Society.

Cremation care by Peaslee Funeral Home.