Antone John deBettencourt, Jr., 76, passed away on Saturday, May 28 ^th , 2022 peacefully in his sleep at home in Merrimack, NH.

Tony was born to the late Gloria (Coutinho) and Antone J. deBettencourt Sr. on December 5, 1945 in Oak Bluffs, MA. He was a graduate of the Martha's Vineyard Regional High School and a veteran of the Vietnam War, during which he received a Purple Heart for his wounds suffered in combat. Upon his return he settled in New Hampshire, married, and started a long career in the golf course industry. He held a variety of positions throughout the years, from mechanic to Superintendent, at several local courses. He was a long-time member of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America.

Known for being able to fix anything with an engine (and many things without), Tony was always ready with advice, tools, or a hand to help bring all kinds of machinery back to life. His best times were riding his Harley with his friends to faraway places like Sturgis, SD and Myrtle Beach, SC, as well as nearby ones like Laconia and Hampton, NH. He enjoyed holidays and summers on Martha's Vineyard with his family, watching the Patriots, playing chess with his grandkids, and solving Sudoku puzzles.

Tony will be missed and never forgotten by his daughter Lisa Caldwell and her husband Christopher of Westford, MA, and son Antone deBettencourt, III and his wife Michele of Westerly, RI. He was a proud Bubba to his six grandchildren, Tristan, Logan, Brennan, Taylor, Sydney, and Dylan.

He was predeceased by his wife of 47 years, Louise, his younger sister Maria Bettencourt, and his sister-in-law Susan Cunningham. He is survived by his older sister, Gloria deBettencourt, younger brother, Manuel (Manny) deBettencourt and wife Penny, brother-in-law Michael Bettencourt, sister-in-law Kathy Phillips, and many wonderful nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend calling hours on Thursday June 16th from 4-6 PM at the Rivet Funeral Home 425 Daniel Webster Highway in Merrimack. The family requests all who attend to wear masks indoors during these hours. He will be laid to rest on Martha's Vineyard.

Memorial contributions in Tony's honor may be made to the Disabled American Veterans www.dav.org