Harold Essegian, 91, of Salem, NH, passed away peacefully on Friday morning, May 16, 2025, at the High Pointe Hospice House in Haverhill, MA.

He was born on April 21, 1934, to Araxa (Bogosian) and Sarkis Essegian. Harold was raised in Somerville, MA, attended local schools and went on to enlist in the United States Army where he served as a sheet metal worker in Heidelburg, Germany.

Upon his return home, Harold continued his education at Suffolk University, earning his degree in Business Administration in 1960, before going on to earn his degree in Management from Cornell University in 1961.

Harold married the love of his life, Shirley (Donabedian) on April 17, 1966. The couple raised their beloved daughter, Pamela, in Salem, NH.

Harold spent his career working in sales. For many of those years, he proudly worked as the regional Sales Director for Bausch & Lomb. It was there that he cultivated many lifelong friendships.

Harold possessed a strong faith and was very involved with the Holy Archangels Armenian Church in Haverhill, MA. He had a deep appreciation for music, along with his beautiful singing voice and his ability to play the clarinet. Harold was also an avid fan of the Boston Bruins.

A proud Army Veteran, Harold was also involved with the local VFW #11254 in Hampstead, where he made many friends.

He will be remembered as a devoted husband, a loving father, and a wonderful friend.

Harold is survived by his nephews, Jay Essegian of Revere, MA, and Neil Hamparian of Merrimack, NH; his nieces, Susan Anderson and her husband Antonio Ferrer of Hanson, MA, and Joanne Hamparian of Arlington, MA; his sisters and brothers-in-law of Shirley's Donabedian family. A special thanks to his devoted caretaker, Roberta Clements and many good friends and neighbors. Harold's family and friends would like to thank the staff at Greystone Farm at Salem for the loving care given to him throughout his time there.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his beloved wife, Shirley; and their loving daughter, Pamela Stone, both in 2022.

A Period of Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 21st, from 10 to 11am, at the Carrier Family Funeral Home, 38 Range Road, Windham, NH. A Funeral Service will begin at 11am at the funeral home. Immediately following the service, Harold will be buried with Military honors at Pine Grove Cemetery in Salem, NH. All are welcome to attend.

Memorial donations may be made in Harold's name to Holy Archangels Armenian Church, St. Michael & St. Gabriel, 1280 Boston Road, Haverhill, MA 01835.

For directions or to leave a message of condolence, please visit www.carrierfuneralhome.com.