GILFORD – Arthur D. Stickney, 74, of Intervale Road, passed away on Tuesday, April 7, 2020, at his home surrounded by family after a courageous battle with cancer.

Arthur was born on July 10, 1945, in Sikeston, MO, the son of Everett and Virgie (Williams) Stickney. He spent his career as a cable man for

New England Telephone Company. He was also a long-time call firefighter for both the Gilford and Laconia Fire Departments.

Arthur will be remembered for his love of family, fishing, and his beautiful vegetable gardens.

Arthur is survived by his wife of thirty-six years, Dianne (Brown) Stickney; his son, Timothy Stickney and his wife, Sandra; his daughter, Pamela Stickney-Nason; and his granddaughters, Grace and Jillian Nason and Sofia Stickney. He also leaves behind his sisters, Betty Ann Sipple and her husband, Henry and Carolyn Bond; his brother-in-laws, Donald Brown and his wife, Jane and Michael Brown; along with many nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sister Debra and his brother, Richard.

Due to current COVID-19 concerns and CDC recommendations, services will be scheduled at a later time.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial donations in Arthur’s name be made to Central VNA and Hospice, 780 North Main Street, Laconia, NH 03426.

Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia NH is assisting the family with the arrangements. For more information and to view an online memorial go to www.wilkinsonbeane.com.