Howard D. Bradstreet, of Salem, NH died Saturday at the Parkland Medical Center in Derry, NH. He was 75 years old. He had been a resident of Salem, NH for the past 20 years.
Howard was born in Topsfield, MA where he grew up and was educated. He graduated from Essex Agriculture School in Hawthorne, MA in 1947 and was the president of his class. After graduating, he went to work on the family farm, later selling farm equipment. He was a foreman for JK Construction in Middleton, MA. He later become an independent truck driver and drove a truck for 30 years.
Howard was a hard working family man who was devoted to his children and to his grandchildren. He enjoyed woodworking and made beautiful furniture.
Survived by:His loving wife of 56 years: Daisy E. (Bridgman) Bradstreet
2 Sons: Robert & his wife Maureen Bradstreet of Beverly, MA John Bradstreet of Pelham, NH
4 Daughters: Kathleen & her husband Arthur Hart of Salem, NH Linda & her husband Steven Smith of Methuen, MA Debra & James Feldman of Beverly, MA Mary Bradstreet of Derry, NH
8 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren
Family and friends are invited to attend calling hours Tuesday from 5-7:30PM followed by a funeral service at 7:30 PM at the Douglas & Johnson Funeral Home, 214 Main St., Salem, NH.
A graveside service will be held Wednesday at 11:00AM at Pine Grove Cemetery in Topsfield, MA.