Paul L. Estes, 81, died peacefully at his home in Monroe, NH, on January 18, 2022 surrounded by his loved ones.  Paul was born in Franklin, NH on November 4, 1940, the son of Irving Estes and Margaret (Johnson) Estes.  The family relocated to Connecticut when he was seven years old, he graduated from Wilbur Cross High School in New Haven, CT and enlisted in the Marine Corp. where he served four years and traveled throughout Europe. Paul married and started a family in 1964 after an honorable discharge from the Marines.  Paul enjoyed waterskiing, square dancing, playing cards, and rolling skating, which is were met his wife, Janice Robinson.  Paul had a successful career with Western Electric (AT&T) for 31 years before retiring.  In addition, Paul was very active in both fire and EMS. He was an avid member of the fire departments in Connecticut and New Hampshire, serving 15 years with Clinton, CT and 10 years Westbrook, CT.  Paul mentored many teenagers, earned his EMT and was very active within the community.  The family relocated back to New Hampshire in 1993 to the Haverhill area where he then volunteered with the local fire department and continued as an EMT serving 10+ years between N. Haverhill and Haverhill Corner departments.  In 2006, he and his wife moved to Monroe, NH and he continued to volunteer with the Monroe F.A.S.T. Squad.  Paul was a man of few words, and everyone knew where they stood with him.  He never hesitated to step up whether helping on camping trips for his girls' scouting troops, cheering on his girls' sporting events, teaching CPR, helping his neighbors, or kicking back enjoying football on the weekend. Paul will be greatly missed, leaving behind his wife, Janice, daughter's Paula Ingerson and her husband James, Katherine McDermott and her husband Brian, and Christine Noon and her husband Griff; 7 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild.  He also leaves behind his brother Albion and his wife Janice.  Paul was predeceased by his parents, Irving and Margaret; brothers, Charles, and Richard; sisters, Shirley and Carol; and one grandchild. Lieu of flowers, please consider donating to your location Fire Department.

There will be a memorial service at the Monroe Community Church, 26 Woodsville Rd, Monroe, NH on Saturday April 23, 2022 at 1PM.