Richard W. Berthiaume was born in Manchester N.H.  A veteran of the U.S. Air Force and full time NH Air National Guard, his life of military service spanned 37 years during which Richard accrued over 16000 hours of flight time as an aviator. During Richard’s service he was awarded several commendations, including a Vietnam Service Ribbon holding 3 stars, of which he was rightfully proud. Richard’s retired life was spent quietly and comfortably enjoying crossword puzzles, watching sports, film noir, civics and politics.