Louise A. Lemerise

Hampton - Louise A. Lemerise, 90, of Hampton, NH, passed away peacefully on Wednesday April 9, 2025, at her home in Hampton, NH. Born on June 7th, 1934, in Haverhill MA. Louise, nicknamed "Peachie" by the nurse on duty when she was first born for the peach fuzz that adorned her little face. She was a daughter of Pasquale DiVincenzo and Mary (Vivace) DiVincenzo. Louise grew up on River Street in Haverhill MA and graduated from Haverhill High School. She resided in Haverhill MA and worked for the local gas company after graduation. Louise married the love of her life, Bernard Lemerise in 1961, and they had their first son, Keith, the following year then Gregg & finally Chris. Louise & Bernie started their next chapter in life and moved their family in 1969 to Hampton Beach and opened a successful motel, Rainbow Village and ran it until 1986. Throughout her life, Louise was a model of great strength, resilience, and success as a loving wife, mother, grandmother (Nona) and successful business woman along side her husband. Louise started her next chapter after the sale of the motel to reside in Hampton with her family until her passing. A few years later, Louise & Bernie bought The Paper Patch, a local card shop, in Portsmouth, NH and ran that for several years until their retirement. Through out the years, she would enjoy life at home and away enjoying her vacations with family and friends in North Conway, Myrtle Beach, and Scottsdale, Arizona, where they would reside half the year to enjoy the warm weather and spectacular view of the mountains. Scottsdale was their 2nd home for almost 30 years and a special retirement retreat from the NE cold. She had so many fond memories of enjoying sunny days at the pool, good times with her new friends and the relaxing condo life where the living is easy and peaceful. Louise also found a new hobby later in life. The art of watercolor painting, where she flourished and enjoying painting and taking care of her precious orchids. She is survived and will be eternally missed by her beloved husband Bernie G. Lemerise, her son, Keith J. Lemerise, his wife Kathy, and 2 daughters, Alex & Sophia. Gregg P. Lemerise, his daughters and his wife Kim, Chris B. Lemerise and his son Brody. Also, many nieces, nephews, close relatives and friends.. She was predeceased by her sisters, Barbara Stempien & Angela Goldsmith. To those of us who knew Louise, we will miss her feisty spark and strength to live life as much as possible. We hope to honor and cherish Louise's memory by carrying forward the immense amount of love and warmth that she offered all of us throughout her life. Her family will forever love her, miss her and hope to reunite with her again. A Celebration of Life Mass will be held on Saturday, May 31st, 2025 at 10am at Our Lady of Miraculous Medal Church, 289 Lafayette Rd, Hampton, NH.

Louise A. Lemerise

June 7, 1934 - April 9, 2025