Dover - Michael R. Berube, 54, of Somersworth, NH, formerly of Henniker NH died on January 4, 2021 after fighting a courageous battle with brain cancer.

Michael was born in San Diego, California on June 7, 1966. He is the son of Roger and Ellen (Murphy) Berube.

Michael is survived by his daughter, Rachel Berube, of Henniker, NH who is and always will be the love of his life.  He is also survived by his sister, Catherine A. Berube and her husband Francis X. Bruton of Dover, NH and his sister Lori Berube and her partner Randy Nyberg of Somersworth, NH.   Michael leaves behind several nieces and nephews, Ellen Bruton, Aidan Bruton, Kate Bruton, Holden Longstreet, Elizabeth Parker and Haley Parker, as well as, his extended family throughout the United States and Canada.

Michael grew up living in many areas of the country in his youth due to his father's military service.  When his family returned to Somersworth, Michael attended Somersworth High School, graduated from Keene State College and then went on to graduate from Vermont Law School.  Michael practiced as an attorney for a labor union in Boston, Massachusetts, he worked as a prosecutor for the Massachusetts Department of Probation and Parole, as well as, serving as a prosecutor for the Greenfield, Massachusetts District Attorney's Office.  For the last ten years, Michael served as a hearings examiner for the NH Department of Motor Vehicles.   Michael loved his work family, as well as, his friends from Vermont Law School, who gave him great strength during his battle with cancer.  Michael enjoyed travelling the world with his friends and going on his annual fishing trips with them. He looked forward to the good weather so he could ride his Triumph motorcycle and he was a connoisseur of music.  Michael will be remembered for his easy laugh, his love for his family and friends and ability to always tell a good joke.  He had the Irish gift of charm and laughter and was also proud of his French Canadian heritage. Michael's family will deeply miss his physical presence, his quick wit and ability to light up a room.

Michael was a member of the a parish of St. Theresa in Henniker, NH and most recently, when he came home to live with his parents, he returned to his home parish of St. Ignatius of Loyola, Somersworth, where he was confirmed and served as an altar boy many years ago.

Michael's family thanks his medical team at Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Dana Farber, Northeast Rehab, the Seacoast Cancer Center, Cornerstone Hospice and Watson Fields for all of their kindness and dedicated commitment to Mike's treatment. The family also thanks Father Andrew Nelson for his spiritual guidance and support.

There will be a private Mass of Christian burial at St Ignatius of Loyola parish St Martin Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to any of the above institutions in Michael's name. To leave online condolences please visit www.bernierfuneralhome.net . Care for the Berube family has been entrusted to the Bernier Funeral Home.