George E. Privé Jr.

Hampton — George E. Privé, born in Newport, RI and raised in Lowell, MA, and a beloved member of the Hampton community, passed away peacefully with his family at his side, at the age of 83. Born in Newport, RI, on February 19, 1942, George was the son of the late George E. Privé Sr. and Alice M. (Coutu) Privé. Raised and educated in Lowell, George attended Lowell High School and went on to study accounting at Bentley University. George lived a life defined by resilience, generosity, and deep commitment—to his work, his passions, and his community. A lifelong athlete and competitor, George completed 14 marathons, including the prestigious Boston Marathon in 1983 and the Maine Coast Marathon, where he proudly recorded a sub-3:03 finish time. He was also a passionate cyclist for more than four decades. Every year from 1996, George served as both a rider and volunteer for the Pan-Mass Challenge, raising awareness and over $900,000 in the fight against cancer. The Pan-Mass Challenge donates 100% of every dollar raised to the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute—an impact George was deeply proud to be part of. An avid outdoorsman, George was also a dedicated hiker. He completed all 48 of New Hampshire’s 4,000-foot peaks—a feat of endurance and determination. Remarkably, after turning 70, he went on to summit 46 of the 48 White mountains, a testament to his lifelong drive and adventurous heart. George also had an entrepreneurial spirit. Over several decades, he owned and operated convenience stores in Lowell, Massachusetts, Pelham, and Hampton Falls, New Hampshire. Through his businesses, he became a trusted neighbor and familiar face to many, always quick with a kind word or helping hand. Whether climbing mountains, cycling for a cause, running marathons, or simply walking through the woods, George lived with quiet strength, good humor, and an open heart. George is survived by his loving wife, Paula Privé of Hampton; his sons, Scott Privé and his wife Kerri Privé of Goffstown, and Mark Privé and his wife Laurie of Hampton; his daughter, Cherri Nolan and her husband Michael of Nashville, TN; and his grandchildren, Adam, Mitchell, and Makayla as well as many loving nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, George is predeceased by his loving sister Cecile Thibault. He will be dearly missed by family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him. A Celebration of Life will be announced late in June. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in George’s memory to his Pan-Mass Challenge page by clicking here to continue the fight against cancer.

George E. Privé Jr.

February 19, 1942 - June 2, 2025