Cynthia Peckham

Exeter - Cynthia Peckham (80), of Exeter, N.H. (“Cindy”), peacefully passed away on September 26, 2023, at the Boulders of RiverWoods, with her loving family who remained by her side throughout the week. Cindy was born on May 22, 1943, in Mineola, N.Y., to the late Amy Gertrude Ackerson and John Douglas Clemen. She grew up in Cresskill, N.J., together with her younger brothers and sister. After graduating from Tenafly High School, Cindy pursued her passion for literature at Randolph-Macon and the University of Texas, and later earned both a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree from the University of New Hampshire. In 1963, Cindy married her college sweetheart, the late Charles G. Peckham. After living in Selma and Austin, Cindy developed a deep love for the raw beauty of New Hampshire’s seacoast, where she and Charlie raised their three adored sons. Known for her quiet stoicism and sharp wit, Cindy brought humor and a passion for literature into the English classrooms at Marshwood Jr. High School. Later, she utilized her exceptional organizational ability to successfully manage the Professional Planning Service of N.H., alongside Charlie. Cindy cherished the beaches of Rye, and created lasting memories by bringing family and friends together for long summer weekends at Lake Winnipesaukee, where everyone felt welcomed. Cindy is survived by her sons John Peckham (and his wife Michele) of North Hampton, Chris Peckham (and his wife Sue) of Mont Vernon, and Craig Peckham (and his wife Elizabeth Wyatt) of New York City. She also leaves behind her beloved grandchildren, Alexander (and wife Nina), Nicholas, Lindsay, Nicole, Samantha (and fiancé, Melissa Allen), Arely, and Casey. Cindy is also survived by her sister Christine Brandorff (and husband Rick), and her loving brother David Clemen (and life partner Denise Noel White). A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11 AM on Tuesday, October 10, 2023 in St. Michael Parish, 9 Lincoln Street, Exeter. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Cindy’s name to the Alzheimer’s Association by clicking here or End 68 Hours of Hunger by clicking here.

Cynthia Peckham

May 22, 1943 - September 26, 2023