The Portsmouth, New Hampshire, community is mourning the heartbreaking loss of Savannah Mariah Tessier, a beloved daughter, friend, and recent graduate of Plymouth State University, who tragically died in a fatal accident. Savannah’s passing has left her family and friends devastated as they remember a young woman whose compassion, warmth, and bright spirit deeply touched the lives of everyone she encountered.

Born and raised in Portsmouth, Savannah was admired for her kindness, determination, and the joy she brought to others. She attended Plymouth State University from 2020 to 2024, where she made lasting friendships and embraced her passion for learning. Friends and classmates recall her as a dedicated student who worked hard to achieve her goals, while also being someone who uplifted others with her humor and infectious smile. Savannah’s time at Plymouth was marked not only by academic success but by her ability to connect with people from all walks of life.

Beyond her studies, Savannah lived a life full of energy and love. She enjoyed spending time with friends and family, finding joy in simple moments, and cherishing adventures big and small. Her loved ones describe her as someone who could light up a room, whose laughter was contagious, and whose heart was always open to those in need. She carried herself with a grace and kindness that left an impression on everyone she met.

The suddenness of her passing has left the Portsmouth community and her university peers in shock. Tributes have poured in across social media, with many describing Savannah as a “beautiful soul taken too soon” and remembering her unwavering positivity. Those who knew her best say that she had a rare gift of making people feel valued and loved.

To honor Savannah’s life and celebrate the love she shared, a Celebration of Life service will be held on Sunday, September 7th, at 1:00 p.m. at Blue Ocean Music Hall, 4 Ocean Front North, Salisbury, Massachusetts. Family, friends, and all who knew Savannah are invited to gather, share memories, and find comfort in one another as they honor her life. Guests are kindly asked to RSVP with Vanessa at (603) 988-8876.

While her passing is an immeasurable loss, Savannah’s family hopes that she will be remembered not for the tragedy of her death but for the beauty of her life. She will be cherished as a loving daughter, a loyal friend, and an inspiring young woman whose light continues to shine through the memories she created with others.

Though her life was cut tragically short, Savannah Mariah Tessier’s legacy of love, kindness, and joy will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. She will be deeply missed but never forgotten.