Concord Native and Longtime Resident Bryant Woods Passes Away

The former EMT and community member died in 2025 at age 58 after battling Parkinson's disease.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 7:20pm

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An abstracted, out-of-focus photograph in warm tones depicting the blurred silhouettes of buildings, street lamps, and pedestrians on a small-town main street, conveying a sense of community and nostalgia.The passing of a beloved longtime Concord resident and community member leaves a void in the close-knit New Hampshire town.Concord Today

Bryant Peter Woods, a lifelong resident of Concord, New Hampshire, passed away in December 2025 at the age of 58 after a battle with Parkinson's disease. Woods graduated from Concord High School in 1985 and worked a variety of jobs, including as an EMT with Pittsfield Fire & Rescue. He was active with the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research in his later years.

Why it matters

Bryant Woods was a beloved member of the Concord community, having lived there his entire life. His passing is mourned by his family, friends, and former colleagues, and his involvement with Parkinson's research highlights the impact the disease has on individuals and communities.

The details

After graduating from Concord High School in 1985, Woods attended NHTI, Concord's community college. He worked a variety of jobs over the years, including maintenance at Genesis, for Keystone Management, and at the New Hampshire Motor Speedway. Woods also served as an EMT with Pittsfield Fire & Rescue. In his free time, he enjoyed playing golf and guitar, attending concerts, and spending time at Hampton Beach and Lake Winnipesaukee.

  • Bryant Woods passed away on December 20, 2025.
  • He was born on September 10, 1967.

The players

Bryant Peter Woods

A lifelong resident of Concord, New Hampshire who passed away in 2025 at the age of 58 after battling Parkinson's disease.

Carol (Schinella) Carlson

Bryant Woods' mother, who lives in Concord.

James Woods

Bryant Woods' father, who lives in North Carolina with his wife Donna.

Molly Woods

One of Bryant Woods' two children, who lives in North Carolina.

Connor Woods

One of Bryant Woods' two children, who lives in North Carolina.

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What they’re saying

“Bryant will be missed by all who knew him. He was a kind and generous person who cared deeply about his community.”

— Carol (Schinella) Carlson, Bryant Woods' mother

What’s next

Bryant Woods will be buried at Calvary Cemetery in Concord later this year, and the family will hold a private celebration of life in early May.

The takeaway

Bryant Woods' passing is a loss for the Concord community, where he lived his entire life. His involvement with Parkinson's research and his work as an EMT demonstrate his commitment to helping others, and he will be remembered fondly by his family, friends, and former colleagues.