Alton, NH

Lois F. Hillsgrove, age 86, of Dudley Road in Alton, died peacefully at home, November 26, 2019, surrounded by her loving family.

Born April 24, 1933 on the farm in Gilmanton, she was one of 16 children, the daughter of Horace and Florence (Palmer) Partridge.

She resided in Alton for most all of her life, the founder of Hillsgrove's Half Moon Store, owner of Maple Leaf Farm and owned the school bus, she drove for the Town of Alton.

Preceded in death by her husband Joseph H. Hillsgrove, son Wayne Hillsgrove, grandson Joshua Wayne Hillsgrove and 10 siblings.

Survived by 2 children: son Leon J. and wife Shirley A. Hillsgrove,  son Lee A. Hillsgrove and significant other Cheryl, her companion of 42 years: Fred Doherty, 8 grandchildren: Sandy Reinhard, Christos Stavropoulos, Paul Stavropoulos, Amy Hillsgrove, Joseph L. Hillsgrove, Travis S. Hillsgrove, Shawn Hillsgrove, Stephanie Hillsgrove deNesnera, 10 great grandchildren, also 5 siblings, many nieces and nephews.

A Graveside Service will be held in the spring at Pine Grove Cemetery in Gilmanton Iron Works.  Cremation care by Peaslee Alton Funeral Home, to express condolences, please visit: www.peasleefuneralho