William Franklin Eafrati

William F. Eafrati, 79, passed away on May 10, 2015 at home surrounded by family.

Bill was born in Gorham, NH on April 17, 1936, the son of Fio and Pearl Eafrati. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Shirley (Frabizio), daughter Kim Avery and granddaughter Brittany, daughter Jody Eafrati and daughter-in-law Dotty McDonald, daughter Stacy Grebloski, son-in-law Andy, and grandchildren Amanda and Colin, his brother Bob, and nephews Bobby and Stevie who reside in Maryland.

Bill proudly served in the Air Force after graduating from Gorham High School in 1955 until his Honorable Discharge in 1962. He will be lovingly remembered by his family and friends for his sense of humor, good nature, patience, and love always given unconditionally. Bill enjoyed playing cribbage and sharing stories about his childhood, his family, and especially time spent in Germany while in the military. He treasured times with his daughter Jody and three grandchildren at Manchester Monarchs hockey games. Bill's favorite pastime was watching sports; he was an avid hockey and baseball fan. GO YANKEES! Bill's memories are captured forever in the hearts of those who love him.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations in memory of William Eafrati to: Compassionate Care Hospice Foundation, 25 Nashua Road, Londonderry, NH 03053.

SERVICES: Family and friends will honor and remember Bill's life by gathering for a graveside service with U.S. Air Force Honors at the NH State Veteran's Cemetery, 110 Daniel Webster Hwy. Boscawen, NH (Exit 17 off of Route 93) on Friday, May 15th at 11:30 AM.


Directions to the Cemetery: Cemetery Location is north of Concord, NH: From I-93 North or South to Exit 17 (the cemetery is 5+ miles from I-93). At the top of the Exit ramp, bear right. Follow Route 3 & 4 West through the town of Boscawen. At the intersection of Route 3 & 4 continue to the right on Route 3 North. The cemetery is now only one mile north on the right side of Route 3.