Joseph Emile Alfred "Pete" Lambert

Seabrook- Joseph Emile Alfred (Pete) Lambert, of Seabrook NH, died Thursday, March 12, 2026. He was born July 19, 1942, the only child of the late Napoleon Emile Lambert and Blanche Helen (Verrette) Lambert of Amesbury MA. Pete was known by several names. His father nicknamed him Peetoo—French for ‘little one’. That was shortened to Pete; but as a young boy, his parents and extended family called him Freddy. He was known as Joe, Little Joe, and ‘Joe Pete’ by his Air Force and Air National Guard buddies. As an adult, his immediate family and friends called him Pete. His wife was introduced to him as “Pete”, and always called him Peter. She jokes that she has no idea who Joe or Freddy are! Pete grew up on the Merrimac River in Amesbury and was well-known in the local area. He was a mechanic by trade, working in the automotive, aircraft and marine trades. He was also an avid boater, and one of the very best vessel operators on the Merrimac River. Pete owed a number of boats over the years. He was a long-time member—and former Commodore—of North End Boat Club in Newburyport, where he met and made friendships with many. Pete looked forward to the early morning coffee hour at the Boat Club with the guys, where they enjoyed camaraderie, swapped stories, and discussed politics! Pete loved to be busy helping others, boating, fixing things, and operating equipment. Over the years he was involved with a number of businesses. He was owner/operator of 2 gas station garages in Amesbury and 1 in Wichita Falls Texas when he was in the Air Force; Pop & Pete’s Auto & Marine Repair of Salisbury and a small commercial plowing business. Pete also worked as the yard manager and marine mechanic for the former Golden Anchor Marina in Amesbury and as the marine mechanic for Hampton River Marina in Hampton NH. Peter lived a full life, and was a true people-person. He was not only gregarious, befriending everyone he met, and forever cracking jokes, he was always willing to help out everyone he met with whatever problem or project they had. He was loved by everyone and was well-respected. He loved his family most of all; and spent a lifetime spoiling his children and grandchildren, always teaching them, helping them with their projects and showering them with gifts. He also loved and was extremely proud of his service to his country in the United States Air Force, the NH Air National Guard, and the US Coast Guard Auxiliary. Pete was predeceased by his beautiful daughter, Linda Ann Lambert. He leaves behind his wife of 33 years, Nancy Noyes Lambert, his son, Matthew, and wonderful wife Amber, and precious grandchildren, Raeleigh Jeanne Lambert and Joseph Ryder (JR) Lambert; and son, Joshua Lambert, all of Salisbury MA, and many cousins and friends. Pete touched the lives of many. He will be forever loved and missed. There will be a Celebration of Life Friday, May 29 at the North End Boat Club, 282 Merrimac Street, Newburyport MA between 3:00 - 7:00pm with a Military Honors Ceremony at 5:00pm.

Joseph Emile Alfred "Pete" Lambert

July 19, 1942 - March 12, 2026