The City of Rochester honors Michael A. Provost, an innovative and collaborative leader who played a pivotal role in guiding the Rochester Main Street organization during the city’s downtown revitalization. His vision, energy, and community spirit will be deeply missed.
Michael A. Provost, 73, of Beech Street, died unexpectedly on December 4, 2025, at York Hospital.
Born on May 22, 1952, in Exeter, he was the son of Arthur Charles Provost Jr. and Jean (Zych) Provost.
A graduate of Oyster River High School, he went on to earn a Bachelor’s Degree in Resource Administration Management from the University of New Hampshire.
Michael previously owned the Rockingham Ballroom and Victoria Catering. He also guided the Lamprey Heritage Tours in Newmarket. For many years, he worked on Economic Development Initiatives with the National Main Street Program in the communities of Newmarket, Jaffrey, Dover, and Rochester.
He was predeceased by his wife, Shirley (Malek) Provost; his parents; and his brother, Keith Provost.
Survivors include his son, Christopher Provost, and his wife, Alicia, and two grandchildren, Rayleigh and Jeremiah, of Wells, ME; his brother, Scott Provost of Barrington; his sister, Patti Ann (Provost) Clark of North Berwick, ME; two nieces and a nephew; and many cousins.
Visiting hours will be held on Thursday, December 11th, from 2–4 p.m. and 6–8 p.m. at Kent & Pelczar Funeral Home & Crematory, 77 Exeter Road (Route 108), Newmarket.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, December 12th, at 11 a.m. at the funeral home, followed by burial in Calvary Cemetery, Newmarket.