LAKEPORT ---- Roger L. Martel, 75, of Bell Street, passed away at home on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
He was born January 29, 1951 in Laconia, son of the late Aime Martel and Rachel (Guyer) Martel.
In 1981 Roger married Marguerite "Peggy" Fralick Martel. Every year Roger and Peggy would take their anniversary month of September to travel. Sometimes flipping a coin to determine their destination. They visited 35 states, including Alaska and Hawaii. They visited Newfoundland and celebrated their 25th anniversary in Costa Rica. Some of their most memorable trips were gold prospecting and camping in the mountains of Idaho.
In 2007, Roger retired from Verizon where he worked as a lineman for many years. He then worked for Alamon testing poles for eight years. Following his retirement, Roger enjoyed monthly breakfasts with his fellow Verizon retirees. Sundays, however, were saved for watching NASCAR and other sporting events with his best bud, his brother Bob.
Roger will be missed by all who knew him.
Roger is survived by his wife Peggy, his cats sweet Sadie and hellcat Maxx, his brother Bob Martel, sister Luanne Kabachis and her husband Jan, and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Roger was predeceased by his brothers Dick Martel, Ken Martel and Pat Martel.
Following his wishes, there will be no calling hours.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, May 31, 2026 from noon until 3:00pm at the Weirs Beach Community Center, 25 Lucerne Ave., Laconia, NH.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Elaine Conners Wildcare, PO box 97, Madison NH 03849 or Happy Tails Pet Rescue, 14 Pine Road, Hudson NH 03051.
Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services/603Cremations.com, 164 Pleasant St., Laconia, NH, 03246, is assisting the family with arrangements. For more information and to view an online memorial, please visit wilkinsonbeane.com.