E. Paul Tousignant

Born September 17, 1933 to Emile Tousignant and Anna Leblanc Tousignant, he grew up in Concord and was a 1951 graduate of Concord High School. Following graduation, he proudly served in the US Navy for four years before returning home to marry his childhood sweetheart, Constance Roy Tousignant, who predeceased him in 2010.

After receiving a BA in education from Keene State College, he entered the teaching profession. After working in the Pembroke School District as a teacher and administrator during the 1960’s, he returned to Concord and served as the principal of Conant School from 1970 until his retirement in 1993. During his tenure in Concord, he obtained a M.Ed. in Educational Administration from Rivier College.

Affectionately known by students, staff and parents by the nickname “Mr. T.”, he was a dedicated advocate of quality education, working actively to create opportunities for teachers and students to reach their potential. In recognition of his contributions to the education of Concord students, the Conant School PTO established a scholarship in his name for graduating seniors.

A dedicated veteran, he was an active member of American Legion Post #21 for many years. Supporting the American Legion’s social and educational programs, he served as Chaplain for over 15 years until his death. A devoted Catholic, he was also actively involved in many ministries over his lifetime, most recently as a teacher, Eucharistic minister and lector at Sacred Heart Church.

He is survived by his son, John P. Tousignant, and brother, Bob Tousignant, both of Concord as well as grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be held on Friday, January 21, 2011 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. in the Church Street Chapel of the Bennett Funeral Home, 209 North Main St. in Concord, NH. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, January 22, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church, 52 Pleasant St, in Concord. Burial will take place at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the E. Paul Tousignant Scholarship. Checks made payable to “Conant School PTO” with “Tousignant Scholarship” in the memo line may be sent to: Conant School, 152 South Street, Concord, NH 03301.

The Bennett Funeral Home of Concord is in charge of the arrangements.