Peter A. French

PETER ADAMS FRENCH

May 12, 1939-January 6,2026

Sebring Florida/Holderness NH

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Peter A. French announced his passing at Sommers

Hospice in Sebring Florida on January 6th 2026 at the age of eighty six. He was a resident of

both Sebring Florida and Holderness NH. He is survived by his wife of fifty-two years, Jan R.

French, four children ; Adam Downs (Michelle), Matthew Downs (Alison), Tina Spence, and

Tyler French, eight grandchildren, six great grandchildren, two cousins and three nephews. He

is preceded in passing by his parents Marshall and Susan French, two brothers David and Jon

French and his favorite pups Marley and Annie.

Peter was born on May 12,1939 in Manchester New Hampshire to his Parents Marshall and

Susan French. His early years were spent in Goffstown, New Boston and Weare, New

Hampshire. He attended New Hampton School and graduated from Nichols College with an

Associates degree in Accounting. In 1957 The Family moved to Meredith, New Hampshire and

opened Meredith Motor Co. Inc. This began his long legacy and passion for the Automotive

business and more specifically the Ford Brand. He was a well respected and active member of

the Automotive community for over fifty years. His reputation as a Dealer Principal and employer

was a great one. He loved the car business, his family,his fur babies and golf. He and his wife

were still playing almost daily up until his sudden illness.

Services will be held in New Hampshire at a later date to be announced.