John R. Burtt, 79, of Sandown, NH passed away on Saturday morning, August 27, 2022, at the Exeter Hospital.

He was born on April 29, 1943, to Marguerite (Richards) and J. Frederic Burtt. John was raised in Lowell, MA, and attended local schools. He went on to earn his bachelor's degree from Nichols College and his master's degree from Oregon State University. John spent his career as a college professor, teaching business management and marketing. He spent over 20 years of his career at Plymouth State University, before retiring from teaching at Great Bay Community College.

John's favorite places to be were the ocean and Lake Winnipesaukee, next to which he lived for many years. He loved many things, including taking walks in nature, gardening, eating oysters, and building things for his home. His passion was teaching and developing relationships with his students. Ultimately, however,  his greatest joy, and what was most important to him, were the connections that he built with his friends and family.

John is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Karen E. (Braun) Burtt; his daughter, Noël Burtt and her husband, Jason Flannick. of Barrington, RI; his grandson, Hayden Rockwell; his step-grandchildren, Cole and Tess Flannick; his brother, Richard F. Burtt and his wife, Elaine Vigneau; his brother-in-law, Sebastian "Buzz" Pignato; as well as many extended family members.

In addition to his parents, John was predeceased by his brother, Joseph F. "Sandy" Burtt.

Calling hours will be held on Thursday, September 1 ^st from 3 pm-4 pm at the Carrier Family Funeral Home, 38 Range Road, Windham, NH 03087. A Funeral Service will immediately follow at 4 pm at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The National Audubon Society, ATTN: Donations, 225 Varick Street, 7th floor, New York, NY 10014.

Arrangements are in the care of the Carrier Family Funeral Home. For directions or to leave a message of condolence, please visit www.carrierfuneralhome.com.