Claude E. Laferriere, 61, of Manchester, died January 15, 2008 at the Veterans Administration Medical Center. He was born in Manchester on September 11, 1946, the son of Albert and Doris (Beauchemin) Laferriere and had been a resident of the city for most of his life. He was a US Navy Veteran. For several years, he had worked as a mechanic for Motorcycles of Manchester. He loved to work on and ride motorcycles and also loved muscle cars. Family members include two daughters and many friends. A committal service will take place on Friday at 3:00 PM at the New Hampshire State Veteran’s Cemetery with military honors. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of ones choice. The Cremation Society of New Hampshire is in charge of arrangements. For more information or to view an on-line memorial, go to www.csnh.com.