Barbara J. (Whitcomb) Stoughton

Barbara J. Stoughton - 96, formerly of Claremont, NH passed away peacefully on her birthday Thursday, January 15th, 2026 at York Hospital in York, ME.

She was born in Bellows Falls, VT on January 15, 1930 the daughter of James G. Whitcomb and Barbara J. Whitcomb(O’Connor). She was proud of her Irish heritage and a devout Roman Catholic.

Barbara Jean was often described by her closest friends and family as spirited, feisty, generous, thoughtful and fiercely independent. She maintained all of these attributes right to the end of her long life. 

For many years she worked as a Sales Manager for Kimball’s Office Supply in Claremont, NH and later for Chase Business Supplies in York, ME.

She was predeceased by her husband, Perley A. Stoughton in 2008 and her son Brent LaDeau in 2023.

She is survived by her son Michael LaDeau(Susan), Daughter in law Karen LaDeau, Stepdaughter Joanne Stoughton (Herb Henry). She is also survived by grandchildren Shannon LaDeau( April Horton), Hilary Aplin(Jason), Jonathan LaDeau and Justin LaDeau. Step grandchildren Jenny Taylor(Brent) and Casey Stoughton (Cathrine). Great grandchildren Sophie LaDeau, Trevor Aplin, Dylan Aplin and many step grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life service will be held in the Spring in Charlestown, NH with more information to follow.

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