Obituaries
Roger Carl Mitton
January 24, 2026
Born on Valentine’s Day, February 14, 1939, in Woodsville, Roger was the beloved son of Carl and Leona (Riel) Mitton. He grew up in the close-knit Woodsville community, attended local schools, and proudly served his country in the United States Air Force.
Roger’s life was defined by hard work, dedication, and an unwavering love for the open road. A truck driver through and through, he began his career working for his close friend Carroll “Babe” Nihan, later owning two rigs of his own and hauling petroleum products. He went on to work for Gary’s Fuels for many years and eventually Chief Crushing & Excavation, where he continued driving until the remarkable age of 83. He only stopped when an insurance company deemed him too elderly to operate a dump truck—a decision he lamented for the rest of his life, insisting, in his words, that he could “damn well be driving a truck and had to be doing something.” Roger took immense pride in his work—his trucks gleamed as brightly as his commitment to doing the job right. When he wasn’t behind the wheel, he was tending his yard, caring for his home, or polishing his truck to perfection.
Roger’s greatest joy, however, was his family. His youngest daughter, Elizabeth, and her two sons, Caleb and Connor, lived with him, and he helped raise the boys. They will deeply miss his daily presence and steady love.
He is survived by his children: Daniel Mitton and husband Stephen Christou of Derby Line, VT; Debbie Watkins and husband Jody of Center Harbor; and Elizabeth Mitton of Woodsville. He was a proud grandfather to Caleb and Connor Cushing of Woodsville, Joshua Morrison of Granbury, TX, and Kristen Boisvert of Meredith, and a cherished great-grandfather to Michael and Jack Laura, Emma and Maecy Boisvert, and Katie, Patrick, and Robbie Morrison.
He also leaves behind his brother John Mitton and wife Judy of Boynton Beach, FL, and sister Joni Millette and husband Lee of Litchfield; stepchildren Vicki Blanchard, Ginny Macomber, Richard Macomber, and Jeff Macomber. He was predeceased by his stepchildren's mother, his second wife, Linda (Towle) Mitton.
Roger also leaves behind his former wife and lifelong dear friend, Donna Mitton of Monroe. Heartbreakingly, when his wallet was opened after his passing, it still held Donna’s high school picture—a testament to a bond that endured through the years.
Roger will be remembered for his tireless work ethic, his quiet strength, and the pride he took in everything he did. His legacy lives on in the family he loved and the roads he traveled.
A graveside service will be held in Monroe, NH, in the spring, at a site he will one day share with his former wife—a reunion that, hopefully, remains far in the future.
To offer the family an online condolence, please visit www.rickerfh.com Ricker Funeral Home & Cremation Care of Woodsville is assisting the family with arrangements.
Roger’s life was defined by hard work, dedication, and an unwavering love for the open road. A truck driver through and through, he began his career working for his close friend Carroll “Babe” Nihan, later owning two rigs of his own and hauling petroleum products. He went on to work for Gary’s Fuels for many years and eventually Chief Crushing & Excavation, where he continued driving until the remarkable age of 83. He only stopped when an insurance company deemed him too elderly to operate a dump truck—a decision he lamented for the rest of his life, insisting, in his words, that he could “damn well be driving a truck and had to be doing something.” Roger took immense pride in his work—his trucks gleamed as brightly as his commitment to doing the job right. When he wasn’t behind the wheel, he was tending his yard, caring for his home, or polishing his truck to perfection.
Roger’s greatest joy, however, was his family. His youngest daughter, Elizabeth, and her two sons, Caleb and Connor, lived with him, and he helped raise the boys. They will deeply miss his daily presence and steady love.
He is survived by his children: Daniel Mitton and husband Stephen Christou of Derby Line, VT; Debbie Watkins and husband Jody of Center Harbor; and Elizabeth Mitton of Woodsville. He was a proud grandfather to Caleb and Connor Cushing of Woodsville, Joshua Morrison of Granbury, TX, and Kristen Boisvert of Meredith, and a cherished great-grandfather to Michael and Jack Laura, Emma and Maecy Boisvert, and Katie, Patrick, and Robbie Morrison.
He also leaves behind his brother John Mitton and wife Judy of Boynton Beach, FL, and sister Joni Millette and husband Lee of Litchfield; stepchildren Vicki Blanchard, Ginny Macomber, Richard Macomber, and Jeff Macomber. He was predeceased by his stepchildren's mother, his second wife, Linda (Towle) Mitton.
Roger also leaves behind his former wife and lifelong dear friend, Donna Mitton of Monroe. Heartbreakingly, when his wallet was opened after his passing, it still held Donna’s high school picture—a testament to a bond that endured through the years.
Roger will be remembered for his tireless work ethic, his quiet strength, and the pride he took in everything he did. His legacy lives on in the family he loved and the roads he traveled.
A graveside service will be held in Monroe, NH, in the spring, at a site he will one day share with his former wife—a reunion that, hopefully, remains far in the future.
To offer the family an online condolence, please visit www.rickerfh.com Ricker Funeral Home & Cremation Care of Woodsville is assisting the family with arrangements.
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