Roy W. Frizzell

PITTSBURG – Roy W. Frizzell passed away unexpectedly at his home on Dalton Road in Pittsburg, N.H., on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at the age of 74. Born in Lisbon, N.H., on November 20, 1950, Roy was the cherished firstborn son of Wilfred C. and Nathalie Edith (Whitehill) Frizzell. Most of the following is true - Roy graduated from Pittsburg High School in 1969 and achieved his overly celebrated electronics degree from Concord Tech. He began his professional journey at Northeast Electronics in Concord, where he gained valuable experience. He later returned to his home to embark on a fulfilling 34-year career at Ethan Allen. During his tenure, Roy served as Plant Manager at the Island Pond Division, worked at the Burnham, Me., Division, and ultimately held the position of Quality Control Manager for the Northeast District. He retired with a legacy of excellence and dedication, so we understand. In his retirement years, Roy embraced life to the fullest, spending winters in Florida and enjoying the great outdoors. A skilled hunter and avid fisherman, he built his first camp while still in high school and later cherished time at another camp just outside Island Pond, Vt. Roy proudly served on the Island Pond Advisory Board of Community National Bank. A proud Master Mason, he was affiliated with the Evening Star Lodge #37 in Colebrook, and he was a Sons of the American Legion member of the American Legion Post #47 in Canaan, Vt. Known for his warmth and charisma, Roy had an extraordinary ability to connect with people. Whether among friends or strangers, he was quick to start conversations, sharing his humor and wit. He firmly believed that family and friendships were life’s greatest treasures, and he found joy in celebrating God’s Wink and counting his blessings. Roy is lovingly remembered by his son, Ethan, and his wife, Sue. He is also survived by his sisters Sally J. Masson and her husband George of Canaan, and Cathy McComiskey of Pittsburg; his grandchildren, Canaan and Hallie Frizzell, and Eric and Joe Petel; five great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and his loving companion, Alison Lynch. There is a fresh joy in heaven with his parents; his brothers, Peter J. Frizzell (1969) and Bradley A. Frizzell (2012); his sister, Judy E. Roche (2024); his nephew, Jeffrey G. Masson (1969); and his brothers-in-law, Mackie McComiskey (1987) and Raymond Roche (2003). Roy’s life was a testament to kindness, dedication, and love. His legacy will live on the wisdom he shared, “I knew it would end this way.” Calling hours will be on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2024, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Jenkins & Newman Funeral Home in Colebrook, immediately preceded by a Masonic Funeral Rite at 4:45 p.m. A funeral will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 5, at the Trinity United Methodist Church in Colebrook, with his son, Major Ethan Frizzell, chaplain of the Salvation Army, officiating. Burial will be in the spring of 2025 in the Colebrook Village Cemetery of which notice will be given. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Brown-Frizzell Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o Trustees of Trust Funds, Town of Pittsburg, 1526 Main Street, Pittsburg, NH 03592. Condolences may be offered on-line by going to www.jenkinsnewman.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Jenkins & Newman Funeral Home in Colebrook.

Roy W. Frizzell

November 20, 1950 - November 30, 2024