Wayne R. Corson, 69, of 374 Union Rd. died February 15, 2005 in his residence after a period of failing health. He was born in Northwood NH on November 1, 1935, the son of Ernest R. and Charlotte H. (Strachan) Corson.
An Air Force veteran, Mr. Corson resided in Northwood for many years. He has been a Belmont resident for the past three years. He was a professional truck driver for more than twenty years with the former DeCato Brothers Transportation Co. and Meadow Leasing Co. Prior to his retirement, he drove for Lyman Construction Co.
For many years, Mr. Corson was a volunteer firefighter and emergency medical technician for the Northwood Fire Department. He also served as a leader for the local Boy Scout troop.
Wayne enjoyed listening to country music and playing in his band, the Country Bumpkins. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed fishing and camping, especially in the Pittsburg area. He also was a talented woodworker.
He is survived by his companion, Elaine J. Bennett of Belmont; five children, Michael Corson and his wife Lou Ann of Northwood, Robert Corson and his wife Vicki of Virginia, Conni Marcoux and her husband Daniel of Strafford NH, Jill Daneault and her husband Andrew of Northfield NH and Susan Matcheski and her husband John of Sanbornton NH; 13 grandchildren, Jonathan Corson, Cassandra Corson, Caitlyn Corson, Kristen Corson, Robert Marcoux, Danielle Marcoux, Heidi Marcoux, Amanda Daneault, Andrea Daneault, Maria Daneault, Matthew Daneault, Michael Matcheski and Nicole Matcheski.
At Mr. Corson’s request there are no services. The Simoneau & Lambert Funeral Home, 139 Church St., Laconia is assisting the family with arrangements.