<![CDATA[The Eagle-Tribune: Obituaries]]> (2024)

Methuen - Eugene W. Zabierek, 93, a longtime resident of Methuen, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2024 at High Point Hospice House.Eugene was predeceased by his wife, Bertha. Eugene and Bertha celebrated 65 years of marriage with two children. He was born in Dracut, MA on June 20, 1930 to the late Anthony and Aniela (Kaczmarczyk) Zabierek.Eugene was proud to have served in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. Upon his return, he began his 38-year career with Western Union Telegraph. After taking early retirement, he began his second career, for 25 years, as the Chief Grounds man at Holy Family Hospital.Eugene married Bertha on September 11, 1954 during hurricane Edna. Although the storm delayed the wedding for more than 10 hours, a determined groom made his way to his bride and they were married by candlelight. Eugene was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. When he was not spending time with his family, he could be found riding his John Deer tractor or working in his garden. He was a farmer at heart.Eugene was predeceased by his loving grandson, Aaron, who he fondly nicknamed Charlie. We believe he's giving "Charlie" a tractor ride, while teaching him how to grow the perfect lawn.Eugene is survived by his son, Gary Zabierek and his wife, Debra of Methuen, MA, his daughter Gail Zabierek and her wife Pam of Effinghamm, NH, his granddaughters Ashley Chester and her husband John, Alyssa Carsanaro and her wife Arianna, four great-grandchildren, Mikaela and Johnny Chester, and Aaron and Asher Carsanaro. His step grandchildren, Ryan Bergeson and family, and Maddie Stark and family, and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his siblings, Edwin Zabierek, Josephine Weilbrenner, Emil Zabierek, Thaddeus Zabierek, Walter "Cotton" Zabierek, and Gladys Becht.Family and friends are invited to visiting hours on Monday June 3rd from 10 a.m. to Noon at the Dewhirst & Boles Funeral Home, 80 Broadway, Methuen. Funeral services will follow the visitation at Noon on Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Elmwood Cemetery, Methuen. Memorial contributions in Eugene's memory, can be made to the Disabled American Veteran's at DAV.org. To leave an online condolence, please visit Eugene's tribute page at www.dewhirstbolesfuneral.com.

Atkinson - John M. Wolters, 88, a resident of Atkinson for over 20 years, died Saturday, May 25, 2024 at his home, surrounded by his family.Born in Bay Ridge , NY, the son of the late John M. Wolters and the late Frances (Cacase) (Wolters) Playford, he graduated from New York University with his Bachelor of Science Degree in Business. A successful entrepreneur, Mr. Wolters was a national merchandising manager for Marshalls and later became a real estate developer, a general contractor and a Certified Financial Planner.A former resident of Windham before moving to Atkinson, Mr. Wolters also enjoyed spending the winter months in Arizona. He was an avid fisherman and hunter, and served on the Condominium Association Board where he lived and the Atkinson Planning Board for several years.He will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his loving wife of 67 years, Joan (Winkler) Wolters, three sons, John M. Wolters III, of Windham, Gregory Wolters of Atkinson, and Keith Wolters and his wife Michele of Atkinson; a brother, Robert Wolters of Ronkonkoma, NY, a sister Patricia Grimmer of North Carolina, and two grandchildren, Hunter and Haley.Relatives and friends are invited to a calling hour on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 from 10 to 11 a.m. at Brookside Chapel & Funeral Home, 116 Main Street, Plaistow, NH. His funeral will follow at 11:15 a.m. in the funeral home with burial in Atkinson Cemetery.To send a message of condolence to the family please visit: www.brooksidechapelfh.com.

Scarborough - S. Carl Webster, 87, a resident of Scarborough and formerly of Poland, Maine, died March 14, 2024, at Maine Medical Center in Portland, Maine.Born, raised, and educated in Haverhill, MA, he was the son of the late Howard S. and Agnes M. (Sullivan) Webster. He attended Haverhill schools and was a member of the Haverhill High School Class of 1955 and received his Bachelor of Science Degree from Northeastern University in 1960. A veteran of the Vietnam War, Carl served as a Second Lieutenant in the U.S. Army from 1960 until his honorable discharge in 1963.For twenty-seven years, Carl was employed as a Comptroller at the Elan School in Poland Springs, ME, and later in the same capacity at Scarborough Downs in Maine, retiring in 2005.A member of the American Legion Post of Poland, he was an avid golfer, and accomplished a Hole-In-One at Far Corners Golf Club in Boxford, MA, and, also was a member of the Poland Springs Golf Club. He also enjoyed playing cards and watching Harness Racing.Carl will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sister, Nancy Webster of Melbourne, FL and several nieces, nephews; grand-nieces and grand-nephews; and cousins. Carl was predeceased by his sister, Minerva "Webbie" Webster in 2023 and a brother, William S. Webster in 1961.Services will be private and will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Brookside Chapel & Funeral Home of Plaistow, NH. To send a message of condolence to the family, please visit www.brooksidechapelfh.com.

North Andover - Richard S. Walker, of North Andover, MA passed away suddenly May 17, 2024. Born in Waltham to the late Richard and Mary Walker, he was raised in Malden and graduated from Malden Catholic High School, Suffolk University, and Harvard University. Rick forged a successful career specializing in Finance and IT and was employed at New Balance for over the past 20 years.Family is the nucleus of Rick's life. He is the devoted husband of Ethel (Campbell) Walker with whom he shared the past 40 years of his life and treasured 37 years of marriage, proud father to Ronald Campbell and his wife Ellen, adored Beepa to his favorite grandchildren Meredith and Logan Campbell, and companion to his co-pilot and best girl Coco. He is predeceased by a son, Richard Walker.Growing up, Rick played on a variety of school sports teams. When he wasn't playing on a team, he was playing in the streets and backyards with his childhood friends Dennis, Charlie, Bobby, Dave, and Pat. He was a loyal New England sports fan and was a regular at The Fireside where he enjoyed many games and meals with his son Ron. He also enjoyed following his favorite bands around New England and beyond.His favorite place to be was with his wife at their summer home on Little Island Pond in Pelham, NH. As soon as the first good stretch of Spring weather moved in, so did Rick and Ethel. They enjoyed the stunning sunset views from their dock in the evenings, and watching the fireworks display put on around Independence Day by their LIP neighbors. Many summer days were spent hosting family and friends on the water. After enjoying the cottage with his wife and sons for many years, he got to do it all over again with his grandchildren. Watching them learn to swim and kayak, catching them as they jumped off the dock over and over (and over) again, an endless supply of hot dogs that HAD to be grilled by Beepa himself, and toasting extra-large marshmallows on sticks he always had ready for them. Creating these memories with their family at the cottage they loved so much inspired them to begin the process of making it their permanent residence so they would be next door to their grandchildren every day.In addition to his immediate family, Rick is survived by a sister-in-law Rose (Rick) Mickunas; cousins Denise Keeley, William (Josephine) Warnock, the late George (Rose) Warnock, and their respective families.Rick valued the company of his closest friends Dennis Young & Susan Reale, Charlie (Anne) Davidson, Bobby (Donna) Barrett, Dave Dortona, Pat (Renee) Mogauro, Bill (Roberta) Hayden, Elie Khoury, Dawn & Dennis Silva, Jack (Lori) Keating, and Michael (Hind) Asmar.Family and friends are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, May 24, 2024, at 11:30 at St. Michael Church in North Andover. Calling hours will be held on Thursday May 23, 2024, from 4-8pm at the Conte Funeral Home, 17 Third St. North Andover MA 01845. In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer donations be made to the American Heart Association.The Walker and Campbell family would like to thank the Pelham Fire and Police Departments for their extraordinary effort and caring assistance.

Bedford - Robert Walter Tarbell passed away peacefully on May 8th at the age of 92.Mr. Tarbell was born on August 23, 1931 in Manchester, the only child of Walter Arthur Tarbell and Mildred (Friborg) Tarbell. He attended Central High School, class of 1949, where he met the love of his life, Laurel (Taite) Tarbell. They were married on Thanksgiving Day, 1949, and were together for nearly 44 years before Laurel passed away in 1993.Mr. Tarbell was a regional manager for Johnson O'Hare Food Broker and later served as a store manager for the State of New Hampshire Liquor Commission. Along with Mrs. Tarbell, he owned and operated Tarbell Real Estate, Queen City Antiques, and Antiques at Laurel Hill.He was an incredible man who was equally beloved by his family and everyone who knew him. He was also a life-long animal lover and always had dogs or cats in his home.Bob loved to travel; was a great lover of American history especially the Revolutionary and Civil wars of which he had relatives who served. After learning about his ancestors' roles in American history, he became a dedicated member and frequent reenactor with the New Hampshire Society Sons of the American Revolution. It was through his work with the NHSSAR that he sponsored several Eagle Scouts and participated in many veteran memorial services. He was also an active officer with the Sons of the Union Veterans and was a 65-year member of the Masonic Fraternity, belonging to Lafayette Bible #41 in Goffstown, New Hampshire.After his wife Laurel passed away from cancer, he spent years volunteering with the American Cancer Society transporting patients to and from their treatments. Mr. Tarbell was a lifelong member of the First Congregational Church in Manchester.Members of his family include three children, Nelson Tarbell and his wife, Harriet, of Salem, NH, Nancy Tarbell Hagan of Bedford, NH, and Jeffrey Tarbell and his wife, Lisa, of Hooksett, NH; his eight grandchildren: Stacie (Tarbell) Pergamo of Raymond, NH, Laura Tarbell of Gilmanton, NH, Caitlin Hagan Fox of Atlanta, GA, Ryan Hagan of Lincoln, MA, Matthew Hagan of Bennington, NH, James Hagan of Orlando, FL, Kyle Tarbell of Tiverton, RI, and Kristen Tarbell of Merrimack, NH; and six great-grandchildren.His family wishes to thank the staff and caregivers of Hillsborough County Nursing Home for the loving care he received there.In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Mr. Tarbell's memory to the Alzheimer's Association or an organization of one's choosing.Calling hours will be held on Monday (5/13) from 5 to 8 p.m. at Lambert Funeral Home, 1799 Elm St., Manchester, NH. A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday (5/14) at the First Congregational Church, 508 Union Street, Manchester. Burial will be in the family lot at Pine Grove Cemetery, Manchester, NH. Reception to follow.

Andover, Gloucester - Mr. Warren R. Stone, a resident of Gloucester and Andover and beloved husband of Virginia Lee (Crist) Stone, passed away at the Beverly Hospital in Beverly, MA on Sunday morning, April 28, 2024. He was 91 years old.Born in New Haven, CT, Warren was the beloved son of the late Harry H. and Mary (Dubin) Stone.He was a graduate of The Hopkins School and of Harvard University, Class of 1954. Warren was the Chief Executive Officer for Addison Wesley Publications in Reading, Massachusetts, for many years.Besides his wife, Virginia Lee, Warren is survived by his sister, Linda Stone Kaplan and nephews; Dr. Andrew Stone Kaplan and Dr. Jeffrey Stone Kaplan.Funeral Services will be held at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Burke-Magliozzi Funeral Home of Andover. For additional information, please visit, www.burkemagliozzi.com.

Hampstead - Martin D. Solomon, 85 a longtime resident of Hampstead and formerly of Andover, MA, died at home on May 31, 2024. Born, raised and educated in Bridgeport, CT, he was a U.S. Army Reserves Veteran of the Vietnam War. Late employee of Market Basket in Plaistow, he was formerly employed at Demoulas/ Market Basket, Andover, and SuperValu. He was predeceased in 2021 by his wife Arlene L. (Belpedio) Solomon and is survived by sons, Martin D. Solomon, Jr, Curt B. Solomon and his wife Julie, daughter Carole Hanedanian, daughter-in-law Lisa Solomon, sister June Ray, seven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and nieces, nephews and cousins. Calling hours are Friday. June 7, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Brookside Chapel & Funeral Home, 116 Main Street, Plaistow. Funeral Mass will be on Saturday at 10a.m. in Saint Anne's Church, Hampstead. For an expanded obituary and to leave a message of condolence to the family please visit: www.brooksidechapelfh.com

North Andover - J Allan Sena, 79, passed away on April 30, 2024. Born in Winchester, MA on June 18th, 1944 to John Richard Sena and Jean Frood Sena, Allan grew up on Wyman Street in Woburn and graduated from Woburn High School in 1962. After graduating, Allan joined the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 4 and was a proud member of the organization for over 60 years. He met the love of his life Elaine Matson while at Woburn High School and they were married in 1965. Upon return from their honeymoon, Allan was welcomed home with a draft notice in the mail. He served for 2 years in the US Army during the Vietnam War, stationed as a medic in Arlington VA. After his honorable discharge, Allan and Elaine built a house in North Andover, where they lived for almost 50 years and raised their two boys, Brian and Scott. Allan spent the majority of his long career in Local 4 working for Baldwin Crane Rental. As one of the top crane operators in the area, he traveled throughout New England operating some of the largest cranes and equipment in the Northeast. When not working, Allan could be found in his basem*nt workshop creating all sorts of wood furniture and spent several years purchasing and refurbishing old wooden wagons. He was also an avid mountain bike rider and loved spending time watching his boys play various sports. He enjoyed spending summers with his extended family at their cottages on Long Beach in Rockport, MA. In his later years he loved going to the local park for a short walk or just to sit on the bench and people watch.Allan is survived by his wife, Elaine Sena of North Andover, MA; his son, Brian Sena and his wife Emily of San Mateo, CA and their children Jacob, Luke and Maggie; his sister Karen Sena Berger and brother-in-law Dr. Leonard Sicilian of Rockport, MA; his brother Paul Sena and sister-in-law Patty Wegmann of Rockport, as well as in-laws Jeanne Wilson and Bill Tremblay of Delray Beach, FL, Karen and Richard Butler of Burlington, MA, Rita Matson of Hampstead, NH, and Eleanor and Tad Rubin of Coral Gables, FL. He is predeceased by his son Scott Sena who passed away in 2020.A Celebration of Life will be held in the Phillips Room at the Andover Inn on the Phillips Academy campus (4 Chapel Avenue, Andover MA) on Sunday June 30th from 2pm-4pm.

North Andover - Brynn Mildred Selfridge, 21, died peacefully surrounded by love on Saturday, May 11, 2024. She was a beautiful, sweet girl who was the light of her family. Her smiles lit up the room and brightened the days. Brynn had a determined spirit and the soul of a warrior.Brynn leaves behind her loving parents, James and Stacie (Forbes) Selfridge of North Andover, MA. She also leaves her best friend and cherished Nana, Mildred Forbes of North Reading; her aunt and uncle, Julie and Ted Raftelis of Saugus; her uncle George Selfridge of Deering, NH; and her beloved cousins, Arianna, Thea, and Nicholas Raftelis of Saugus, MA. Brynn is also predeceased by her grandparents, Douglas L. Forbes, and George and Maura Selfridge. Additionally, she leaves behind her dedicated and loving nurses, as well as many extended family members and friends.Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend calling hours on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Cataudella Funeral Home, 126 Pleasant Valley Street, Methuen, MA. A funeral mass will take place on Thursday, May 16, 2024 at St. Michael Church, 196 Main Street, North Andover, MA.

Salem - Michael P. Rogers, 54, of Salem and formerly of Haverhill, MA, died yesterday at home following a brief illness. Born in Haverhill, he was the son of the late William J. Rogers, Jr., and the late Marie E. (Kennefick) (Rogers) Coleman. He attended local schools and was a member of the Haverhill High School Class of 1988 and the former Saint Joseph Parish. In his career, Michael achieved his Second Class Fireman License through the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Fire Services. Most recently, Michael was employed at North Shore Community College in Lynn as a Utility Plant Operator. He enjoyed working alongside his co-workers and took pride in his job, as a reliable and hard-working person. Devoted to his family, Michael had a good heart and an infectious laugh and was always willing to help his family and friends. He enjoyed Mini-Cup racing as a young man and more recently he enjoyed trips to Foxwoods, boating, and the company of his late canine companion "Pico". Michael was the heart of our family and was loved dearly. Michael will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sister and brother-in-law, Jean and John Poirier of Haverhill, his brothers and sisters-in-law, William J. and Felicia Rogers, Gerard P. and Joanne Rogers, and Warren P. Rogers and partner Maria Neto, all of Haverhill; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.Relatives and friends are invited to calling hours to be held on Thursday, May 23, 2024 from 11 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. at Brookside Chapel & Funeral Home, 116 Main St., Plaistow, NH. His funeral service will follow at 1 p.m. in the chapel of the funeral home. The burial will be next week in New York State.

East Hampstead - Robert A. Robertson, 89, of East Hampstead, NH, passed away on Monday, May 27, 2024, at Exeter Hospital. Bob was born on November 3, 1934, in Troy, NY, to the late William and Mabel (Jenkins) Robertson.Bob attended Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, NY. He then began his career working for General Electric for over twenty years, ultimately achieving a General Manager position. After his time at General Electric, he joined Textron, as a President in Optoelectronics and General Manager at Babco Textron. He then started his own management consulting business, where he became President for General Dynamics, Sunbeam Corporation and Fairchild Fasteners. Before his retirement, he operated as Chief Operating Officer for the Insurance Technology Services of America and President at Consumer Insurance Services of America.In Bob's spare time, he thoroughly enjoyed to golf and ski, and was a member of the Georgetown Country Club.Bob is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Donna (Dussault) Robertson; his son Scott and his wife Debra Green of Newbury, MA; his grandchildren Paige, Jack, Ben, Kyle and Nick; his great-grandchild Addison; and his brother Dr. Donald Robertson. He is predeceased by his daughter Jill; his sister Ann Grant and her partner Gary Prout; and former wife Cherrill.Friends and family are invited to calling hours on Friday, May 31, 2024 from 9 – 11 AM, at the Carrier Family Funeral Home, 38 Range Road, Windham, NH 03087. A Funeral Service will begin at 11 AM. Interment will be privately held. For directions or to leave a message of condolence, please visit www.carrierfuneralhome.com

Andover - George J. Richards, resident of Barefoot Bay, FL passed away May 15, 2024, at VNA Hospice House, Vero Beach, Florida at the age of 99. George was born in Andover, on September 11,1924 to the late Alfred J. and Angeline (Bernard) Richards. George was a WWII Navy veteran and a Machinist at Raytheon for over 35 years. Growing up in Andover, George met Laura Early and started a family. They built their home in Andover as well as a camp in Maine where they spent many summers. After retiring from Raytheon in 1983, George and Laura moved to Barefoot Bay, Florida where they enjoyed socializing at localclubs, playing cards and bocce ball. George loved to tinker on anything mechanical as well as playing music. He loved his "squeezebox" and harmonica which he would play for family and friends. George was an avid fisherman enjoying his time on the water. A devoted family man, he lived a full life, always ready for a cold beer and good conversation. George is survived by his son Steve Richards of New Hampshire and his siblings Ella Riley, Lorraine Kenney of Massachusetts and Wayne Richards of Arizona. Grandchildren Kerry Aubertine, Melissa Yeo, Shane Demers of New Hampshire, Gary Richards and Vicki Richards of Maine, great-grandchildren and a great-great grandchild along with many nieces and nephews. George was predeceased by his wife Laura, his daughter Wendy E. Richards, sisters Anne Springer, Marguerite Keyes, Mildred Fairburn, brothers Wilfred "Joe" Richards, Francis Richards, Bill Richards, Harold Richards, and Barry Richards.Family and friends may call on Wednesday, May 29 from 4:00pm to 8:00pm at Conte Funeral Home, 17 Third St., North Andover, MA 01845. A Funeral Mass will be offered on Thursday, May 30, at 10:00am at St. Michael Parish, 196 Main St., North Andover, MA 01845. Burial will follow at Spring Grove Cemetery in Andover, MA.

Methuen - Angelina "Ann" (Corsaro) Privitera, 95, of Methuen, died peacefully at her home on May 30th, 2024 surrounded by her entire family. She was predeceased by her loving husband of 51 years, Anthony "Tony" J. Privitera, who passed away in 1999.Born in Cambridge, MA she was the daughter of Salvatore and Annina (Geremia) Corsaro of Methuen, sister of the late Angelo Corsaro and Mildred (Corsaro) Gueli. She was educated in the Methuen Public School system.She leaves behind her only daughter Maryann (Privitera) Vitale and her husband Joseph of Hampton NH, and grandchildren: John Vitale, husband of the late Tina (Coufas) of Andover, Anthony Vitale of Methuen, MA, Maryann Vitale of Methuen, Joseph Vitale Jr. and his wife, Stacey (Sheppard) of Groveland, MA and Annamaria (Vitale) and her husband, Paul Getman of Methuen. She also leaves behind eight great-grandchildren, a niece, and a nephew.Family and friends may call on Wednesday, June 5, 2024 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Cataudella Funeral Home, 126 Pleasant Valley St., Methuen, MA. A Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 10 a.m. at Holy Rosary Shrine, 28 Union St., Lawrence, MA. Burial will follow at Saint Mary's Immaculate Conception Cemetery in Lawrence, MA. For directions or to send condolences, please visit www.cataudellafh.com.

Methuen - Maria Privitera, 76, of Methuen, MA, peacefully passed away on Thursday, May 9, 2024, at Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.Born on March 8, 1948, she was the daughter of the late Giovambattista and Concettina (Ardizzone) Privitera.Born and raised in Sicily, Italy, Maria moved to the United States with her family and worked as a seamstress in Lawrence, MA. She was a skilled stitcher and made beautiful dresses and garments for her loved ones. She was an excellent cook and loved spending time with her family more than anything. In her free time, Maria enjoyed shopping, gardening, listening to music, and going out with her friends and family.Along with her parents, Maria was pre-deceased by her beloved siblings, Giuseppe Privitera, Alfio Privitera, Antonio Privitera, Salvatore Privitera, and Kathy Privitera.She will be dearly missed and is survived by her loving sister, Agatina Privitera, as well as several nieces and nephews, and sisters in-law.Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend calling hours on Friday, May 17, 2024, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Cataudella Funeral Home, 126 Pleasant Valley Street, Methuen. A funeral Mass will take place on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Rosary Shrine, 28 Union Street, Lawrence. Burial will take place in Biancavilla, Italy.

Andover - Nancy M. Powers (Elden), 61 of Andover, MA, passed away Saturday, June 1, 2024 at her home after a 3 year courageous battle with ALS. Nancy is survived by her loving husband of 37 years, Mark. Devoted Mother of Daniel M. Powers, Jennifer E. (Powers) Visconti and her husband, Devin, and Jillian M. Powers. Loving Grandmother of Emory J. Powers and soon to be born baby, Visconti. She is the daughter of Geraldine (Sullivan) Fuller and the late Raymond H. Elden, Sr. She will be deeply missed by her siblings Joyce Elden and her husband Dana Picard, Elizabeth and John Griffin, Kathryn and Robert Frongello, the late Raymond H. Elden Jr., Rayette Elden and Robert and Christine Elden. As well as in-laws Stephen Powers, Richard and Ruth Powers, John and Julie Powers, Gerard and Megan Powers, in addition to her many nieces and nephews. And family goldendoodle Forrest.Nancy cherished spending time with family and friends. She loved doing anything outdoors, going to the beach, hiking, cross country skiing or sitting by a fire. A passionate Boston sports fan, particularly Red Sox and Patriots. She was always listening to music from the time she rose each day. Nancy was an active member in Andover Youth Services and sports for many years, and she spearheaded endless Andover town programs and school events.A funeral mass will be held on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at 10 a.m. at St. Augustine's Parish in Andover. Calling hours will be the day before, Tuesday, June 11, 2024, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Conte Funeral Home, 28 Florence St. Andover MA, 01810.In lieu of flowers, in Nancy's honor, we welcome donations to a charity of your choice, or Compassionate Care ALS, a non-profit that provides support to individuals with ALS and their families, at ccals.org.

East Hampstead - Arlene (Lavallee) Porter, 83, of East Hampstead, NH, passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on Tuesday, May 7, after a period of declining health. Arlene was born on March 11, 1941, the daughter of Lionel and Madeline (Marcotte) Lavallee. She was raised in Haverhill and attended St. Joseph Grammar School and was a graduate of St. James High School class of 1958. Arlene worked in the medical field her entire adult life. In 1967, she moved to California and worked at several medical centers before marrying her husband, Paul S. Porter MD, in 1986. Paul and Arlene continued to live in California for several years before relocating to San Antonio, Texas where they remained until Paul's passing in 2009. Arlene returned to New Hampshire and settled in East Hampstead. Arlene was a member of a knitting group where she knitted for several charities including Emmaus House, the Pregnancy Crisis Center and the military. She was a member of the Pease Greeters, who welcomed home returning veterans. Arlene was also an avid reader and particularly enjoyed history and mystery novels. She also enjoyed gardening and was a gifted artist. Arlene is survived by brothers and sisters-in-law Thomas and Mary Jane Lavallee of Plaistow NH, Leonard and Wendy Lavallee of Enfield NH, a sister Ruthann Morgan of Atkinson NH and sister-in-law Diane Lavallee of Haverhill MA, and several nieces and nephews including a very special niece Joanne Lavallee who lived with and cared for Arlene in her declining years. In addition to her parents and husband, Arlene was predeceased by her brother Stephen W. Lavallee, and her brother-in-law Kevin P. Morgan. Services will be held on Monday, May 20, at Brookside Chapel & Funeral Home, 116 Main Street Plaistow NH. Visiting hours will be from 10:00am – 11:30am at the funeral home, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00pm at St. Anne's Parish, 26 Emerson Avenue, Hampstead, NH. Burial will immediately follow at St Joseph's Cemetery in Haverhill, MA. In lieu of flowers, donations in her name can be made to Emmaus House, 127 How St., Haverhill MA 01830 or to St. Anne's Food Pantry, 26 Emerson Avenue, Hampstead NH 03841. The family would like to thank the staff at Aspen Hill Rehabilitation Center and The Residence at Wingate for the tremendous care and compassion provided to Arlene throughout her illness. Arrangements are under the direction of Brookside Chapel & Funeral Home, 116 Main St, Plaistow, NH. To send a message of condolence to the family or to share a cherished memory of Arlene, please visit: www.brooksidechapelfh.com.

Methuen - Blanche B. Pierog, 100, of Methuen, MA, peacefully passed away at Nevins Nursing Home. Born on September 25, 1923, in Lawrence, MA, she was the daughter of the late Vincent Kozak and Sophie (Szydlowska) Kozak.Born and raised in the Merrimack Valley area, Blanche was the devoted wife to George W. Pierog with whom she shared 75 years of marriage. Her family meant everything to her she always looked forward to spending time with grandchildren and great-grandchildren.Along with her parents, Blanche was pre-deceased by her husband, George W. Pierog and her son, Ronald G. Pierog.Blanche will be deeply missed and is survived by her son, Kenneth V. Pierog and his wife Maureen; daughter-in-law, Sheila Pierog; grandchildren, LeeAnn Allaire, Lisa Naughton, and Michael Pierog; along with her seven great-grandchildren.The Pierog family would like to thank the staff of the transitional care unit and the activities department at Nevins Nursing and Rehab Center for their years of exceptional care and compassion.Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend calling hours on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at Cataudella Funeral Home, 126 Pleasant Valley Street, Methuen, MA. A funeral Mass will follow at 11 a.m. at St. Lucy Parish, 254 Merrimack Street, Methuen. Burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery in Methuen, MA.

Watertown - Chhoeunly "Chilly" Phoeung, 36, of Watertown & formerly of Methuen & Lawrence, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 1, 2024, at Portsmouth Regional Medical Center. He was the son of Sopaul Phoeung Chhath and Rachana Neang. Born in Lawrence, Chilly and his family later moved to Methuen & he was a graduate of Methuen High School, class of 2006. A born creative type, he later attended MassArt where he received a bachelor's degree in graphic design. He was a successful graphic designer, most recently working as the art director for Kenzie Academy. Following graduation, Chilly remained in the Merrimack Valley area where he met his partner, Ryan. In 2020, they relocated to Austin, TX, where they lived happily for four years. In February of this year, they decided to return to Massachusetts & settled in Watertown. Chilly was an avid traveler. In 2015, he and his family went to Cambodia, a trip where he caught the travel bug. Since then, he and Ryan have traveled to Mexico, St. Lucia, Portugal, and several cities across America. With an appreciation for a well-prepared meal, Chilly was not embarrassed to tell you that he wasn't a cook, but in fact a food critic. Ryan loved to learn new recipes and Chilly loved to try them. Always one to take care of everyone in his life around him, he also enjoyed self-care, with a particular focus on his nails and skin. Chilly was a popular creator on social media, showcasing his love of all things plant related. Designing his own tattoos was another great love of his and he decorated his body with many beautiful pieces. Music was very important in his life; his favorite performer was Beyoncé, who he was extremely happy to have seen live in Houston last summer. Chilly and Ryan had recently lost their beloved dog and best friend, Pepper. We hope that they are together now. Chilly's loved ones want him to be remembered as a gentle, kind-hearted, responsible, silly, sweet man who put family above everything else. In addition to his parents, Chilly is survived by and will be greatly missed by his partner, Ryan L'Italien, with whom he shared seven wonderful years; his sister and best friend Davena Phoeung of Haverhill; his beloved younger brother Willie Phoeung of Methuen; his cherished grandparents, his many aunts, uncles, and cousins.In lieu of flowers, donations in Chilly's memory may be made to the Trevor Project at https://www.thetrevorproject.org/fundraise/ or to your local MSPCA.Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend visiting hours on Thursday, June 6, 2024, between 3:00-7:00 PM at Cataudella Funeral Home, 126 Pleasant Valley Street, Methuen. A funeral service will follow in the funeral home chapel on Friday, June 7, 2024, at 8:00 AM. Interment will follow at Bellevue Cemetery in Lawrence. For directions or to leave a condolence, please visit www.cataufellafh.com.

Methuen - Sandra Giles Perrault, 85, died peacefully at home in Methuen on March 27, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. A woman of incredible strength, resilience, warmth and intelligence, Sandra was accomplished in many areas of life, but was always modest in demeanor. Whether you called her Mom, Nana or Aunt Sandra, not a single birthday, anniversary or other important event passed without a card or note from her. She was the epitome of understated elegance, style and grace. Sandra was known for her thoughtfulness and small kindnesses. She was always thinking of others. Sandra Jean Giles was born at home in Methuen on July 9, 1938, the youngest child of Frank Stuart Giles and Dorothy Elizabeth (Moore) Giles. Sandra attended Methuen public schools, graduating from Tenney High School with the Class of 1955. She received a full scholarship to Pembroke College in Brown University, receiving a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology in 1959. Greeting Sandra in heaven is her husband of 62 years, Dr. Thomas S. Perrault, Sr., and her beloved daughter Elisabeth Perrault Hooper. She is survived by four of her children: Dr. Thomas S. Perrault Jr., Jon Christopher Perrault, Jean Perrault and David Perrault; son-in-law Timothy Hooper; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews.A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, June 9, 2024 at 1 p.m. at First Church Congregational, 26 Pleasant St, Methuen, MA, with a gathering to follow at The Lanam Club, 260 North Main St, Andover, MA. Arrangement under the direction of the Kenneth H. Pollard Funeral Home 233 Lawrence Street Methuen, MA 01844

Lawrence - Augusto J. Pavao, 86, a resident of North Andover, MA, passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at the Lawrence General Hospital.The son of the late Jose Augusto Pavao and Mariana (dos Reis) Pavao as well as stepson to the late Virginia (Cabral) Pavao, Augusto was born in St. Michael Azores in Portugal. He was educated in Portugal and served in the Military with the Forestry Services Division while living there. Augusto came to the United States in 1971. He worked as a carpenter and builder for various contractors when he came to the states. Augusto was a jack of all trades. His hobbies included fishing, carpentry, and fixing cars, but his big hobby was his children and grandchildren.Members of Augusto's family include his wife of 57 years: Gilda M. Pavao, his son Paul Pavao and his wife Aline of Middleton, MA, his daughter Sandra Sipsey and her husband Bill of North Andover, MA. his brother Constantino Pavao of Canada, and his sister Silvana Silva of Westford, MA. Augusto is also survived by his three grandchildren: Zac Pavao, Julia Pavao and William Sipsey as well as several nieces, nephews, grandnieces, and grandnephews.A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, May 23, 2024, at 11:30 A.M. in St. Michael's Church, 196 Main St., North Andover, MA. Burial will follow in the Ridgewood Cemetery, 177 Salem St., also in North Andover. Relatives and friends are invited to call prior to the funeral on Thursday morning from 9:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. at the John Breen Memorial Funeral Home, Inc., 35 Merrimack St., North Andover. Memorial contributions may be made in Augusto's name to the American Heart Association-Massachusetts Chapter, 93 Worcester St., Wellesley, MA, 02481, or go to www.heart.org>affiliates>Massachusetts. To send an online condolence or for more information, please go to www.breenfuneralhome.com.

Atkinson - Leona (Bell) Paul, 88, of Atkinson NH and Boca Raton, FL, passed away on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at her residence surrounded by her loving family.She was born in Winthrop MA on June 23, 1935, daughter of the late Alexander and Alice (Jonas) Bell.Leona was educated in the Revere School System and graduated from Revere High School with the Class of 1952.As a young woman Leona was quite a strong swimmer often beating all of the boys at Revere Beach. At 12 years old she met the love of her life, Baynard. And from then the two were inseparable, married and of course the rest of their story is well known. Leona's life centered around her family and home, she was an excellent cook and made every Jewish holiday a memorable gastric event. She loved gardening and in her later years became an accomplished artist. Leona was predeceased by her loving husband of 57 years, Baynard Paul who passed away in January of 2010 and her daughter Susan Sirkman in January of 2015.She is survived by seven children Howard Paul of Hampstead, NH, Nancy Paul of Atkinson NH, Ellen and her husband Gary Gobbi of Atkinson, NH, David Paul and wife Mattie of Windham NH, Matthew Paul of Hampstead, and Allison Paul and life partner James Jamieson of Windham, NH, son in law Rabbi Jeffrey Sirkman and the daughter the late Susan Sirkman of Larchmont, NY cherished grandmother of 16 grandchildren, great grandmother of 7, sister Jacque Williams of Peabody, Natalie Bell Dishaw and Phred Dishaw of Vermont, as well as many nieces and nephews.Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend her Funeral Service on Friday, June 7 at 10 AM in Temple Emanu-El, 514 Main St, Haverhill, MA 01830. Interment will follow at the Children of Israel Cemetery, Haverhill. A Memorial Observation will follow at the Clubhouse at Atkinson Heights, 3 Eagle Drive, Atkinson, NH 03811. Shiva will take place at the club house on Friday 6/7 from 12-4PM, Saturday 6/8 6-9 PM, and Sunday 6/9 1-4PM.In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to a charity of your choice.To share a memory or for more information, please visit www.farmerfuneralhomes.com

Haverhill - Henry Anthony Pangione, "Hank", 79, of Haverhill, MA, peacefully passed away on May 11, 2024, at High Pointe House, surrounded by his loving family.Born on June 29, 1944, he was the son of the late Anthony J. and Antoinette (Marchese) Pangione.Hank was born and raised in Lawrence, MA, he graduated from Central Catholic in 1962, and attended Boston College, where he received his Bachelor's Degree in 1966. After college Hank proudly enlisted in the U.S. Navy where he served on the U.S.S. Saratoga during the Vietnam War. He was an avid runner, running many road races and marathons, including the Boston Marathon. Hank was well-known in the running community and spread his love for running throughout his family. From 1981-2004 Hank taught Distributive Business education at the Greater Lawrence Technical High school, where he was well loved. He was known as "Mr. P", he was an amazing teacher and ran the school store. Throughout his teaching career he also worked as a real estate broker and prepared income tax returns for 50 years. Hank was hands on and would spend hours with his clients using a pencil and adding machine to do their taxes. Many of his tax clients became close friends and looked forward to seeing him every year.Hank enjoyed spending time at the beach, especially Bonita Beach, FL, and Salisbury Beach where he would enjoy steamer clams and his favorite beer, Pabst Blue Ribbon. Hank's greatest pride and joy was spending time with his grandchildren who referred to him as "Nanu". He cherished time with them and was part of their daily lives. Hank especially enjoyed picking up his youngest grandson Ryan from school for the last 12 years.Hank enjoyed riding motorcycles and was known for his unique handle bar mustache. He was a history buff and had great interest in Native American culture. Each summer, he visited Montana and volunteered as a trail guide at the Little Bighorn Battle Field National Monument. He had a great love for horses and horseback riding. He also had a horse named Rue who he loved and cared for. Hank enjoyed trips to the White Mountains, playing cards, watching the Boston Red Sox and the Green Bay Packers with his longtime companion Pauline Veilleux.Hank will be dearly missed and is survived by his brother, Anthony Pangione, his loving daughters, Courtney Dziadosz and her husband, John of Methuen, MA, and Amy Stiner of Lowell, MA; his long-time companion, Pauline Veilleux of Methuen, MA, as well as his beloved grandchildren, Liam King, Ryan King, Logan Stiner, Adreana Dziadosz, and Leia Dziadosz, and best friend of 50 years, Dominic Barbieri.Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend calling hours on Sunday, May 19, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Cataudella Funeral Home, 126 Pleasant Valley Street, Methuen, MA. A funeral service will follow in the funeral home chapel at 12 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the M.S.P.C.A., Nevins Farm, 400 Broadway, Methuen, MA 01844, if you would like to send flowers you can contact Flowers By Steve in Haverhill, MA.

Haverhill - Dr. Eugenia (Jean) M. Palmegiano: Emerita, Professor, Lawyer, Author, and Researcher, 85, of Haverhill, formerly of Newark, NJ, passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at Mary Immaculate Health/Care Services in Lawrence.Dr. Palmegiano was born to Eugene and Antoinette Palmegiano on March 9, 1939. She lived at 193 River St., Haverhill, MA for the first 11 years of life and attended Moody School in Haverhill.After her mother deceased when Jean was 11, her father moved them to Trenton, NJ. Upon arriving in Trenton, Jean entered Georgian Court Elementary from which she graduated to Georgian Court High School. Upon completion of high school, Jean matriculated into Georgian Court College where she earned a Bachelors and Masters degrees in history. Two years later, she earned a PHD in History from Rutgers University, plus a J.D. (law degree).Following her PHD, Dr. Palmegiano taught at Rutgers University for 3 years before being hired by St. Peter's College in Newark, NJ in the History Department until her retirement as a "professor emerita." Dr. Palmegiano is well known for her work in academia and as an author and scholarly researcher throughout the USA.In her academic life, she had written six books on Victorian English Life (some currently used in universities and colleges today as texts), one monograph and dozens of referred articles, book chapter, book review, and conference presentations were part of her endeavors. Jean was also known for coordinating many conference presentations.Due to her exemplary life's work, Dr. Palmegiano was the 2018 Kobre Award Winner by the American Journalism Historians Association. This award recognizes individuals with an exemplary record of sustained achievement in journalism history through teaching, research, professional activities, or other contributions to the field of journalism history.Dr. Palmegiano has served as AJHA president and twice been a member of the AJHA board of directors. During her first term on the AJHA Board in 1996, Dr. Palmegiano worked with the AJHA president Tom Heuterman to establish AJHA as an affiliate society of the American Historical Association.Since 2016, Dr. Palmegiano has funded the AJHA's annual prize for best history book. She also funds the AJHA's for the best research paper on international/transnational journalism history.This Sidney Kobre Award for Lifetime Achievement in Journalism History is the AJHA "highest award" awarded to a lifetime of work contributor, Dr. Palmegiano.Jean philanthropically donated large sums to programs aiding the poverty-stricken, academically deprived institutions and her favorite, UNICEF.Jean was also an avid world traveler. Often, she used her vacations as excuses to travel to a lot of less frequented parts of the world. For example, if there was political chaos or governmental civilian issues, you would probably find her visiting them at those turbulent times: Russia, China, Turkmenistan, Laos, Vietnam, South Africa, Brazil, Guatemala, Saudi Arabia, etc. She had both an American passport and an English passport which gave her a better feeling of personal security than just using her USA one.Jean also enjoyed the peaceful vacations on the various islands of the Caribbean where she relaxed and simply enjoyed their serenity. Jean also had an apartment in London to also relax and/or use as a research base for her English research.Dr. Palmegiano leaves her cousin, John A., and his wife, JoAnn M. Paolino, along with Carol Palmegiano of Methuen and her daughter, Christine Ludwig-Greely of Salem, NH.Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend her Funeral Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday May 25, 2024, at 11:30 AM in All Saints Church, 120 Bellevue Ave, Haverhill. Interment will follow in the St. Patrick Cemetery, Haverhill. Arrangements are by the H.L. Farmer & Sons Funeral Homes, Haverhill~Bradford.Contributions in her name may be made to UNICEF, 125 Maiden Lane, New York, NY 10038 or by visiting https://www.unicefusa.org/?form=donate or to Doctors Without Borders, 40 Rector St., 16th Floor, New York, NY 10006 or by visiting https://donate.doctorswithoutborders.org/To share a memory or for more information, please visit www.farmerfuneralhomes.com

Plaistow - Evelyn I. (Cronin) Osborne, 77, of Plaistow, NH, died at her home on Thursday, May 16, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of Roger V. Osborne with whom she shared 55 years of marriage.She was born in Lynn, MA on October 14, 1946 and was the daughter of the late James and Evelyn (Haynes) Cronin. Evelyn was a graduate of Haverhill High School, Class of 1964. A graduate of Lawrence General Nursing School, Evelyn worked for many years at various locations including Oxford Manor and Hampstead Hospital. She was the first nurse at Sarah's Place in Haverhill where she worked the final 14 years of her career, retiring to continue enjoying even more time with her family and particularly at the family camp in her kayak or watching the hummingbirds. Besides her husband, Evelyn is survived by her children Scott V. Osborne and his wife, Pamela (Stauffer) of Verona, NJ, and Brenda Sullivan and her husband, Jamie of Alexandria, NH, her grandchildren Emily Osborne, Conner Sullivan and Brian Sullivan, her brother Dennis Cronin and his partner Judy Hickel, her sister-in-law and brother-in-law Ruth and Richard Hale, and her sister-in-law Darlene Osborne, as well as many loving nieces, nephews, and cousins. Evelyn was predeceased by her brother-in-law, Ralph Osborne.Family and friends are invited to attend her funeral service to be held on Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 10 a.m. at Brookside Chapel & Funeral Home 116 Main St., Plaistow, NH. Interment will be held privately. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Sarah's Place 180 Water St., Haverhill, MA. To send a message of condolence to the family or to share a cherished memory of Evelyn, please visit: www.brooksidechapelfh.com.

Lawrence - Edward Leo O'Callaghan, 88, of Lawrence, MA, passed away on Wednesday May 8, 2024, at Lawrence General Hospital.Born in Somerville, MA, he was the son of the late William and Emily (Walsh) O'Callaghan. Growing up with his four brothers, Edward was a graduate of the St. Clement School in Medford, MA, Class of 1954. He then went on to serve in the U.S. Navy aboard the U.S.S. Waldo County, LST-1163.For over forty-five years Edward was employed at Boston Edison. Prior to his retirement he had been a supervisor there for many years."Okie," as we all know him, was an avid reader, movie watcher, and storyteller. Mr. O was the man to call when you had a question, needed help, or just wanted someone to talk to. He and his wife spent their years traveling across the country, have taken trips to Ireland, and were members of the Lawrence Elks Lodge #65. During his life, his family and friends had the honor to watch him become an exceptional son, husband, father, brother, grandfather, and uncle. We leave you with his favorite reminder, to always "stay safe."Edward will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his daughter, Rita R. O'Callaghan of Lawrence, MA, granddaughter, Emily A. Cortes of Lawrence, MA, as well as many nieces and nephews. Edward was predeceased by his wife of sixty years, Irene (Dunlap) O'Callaghan, son, Edward O'Callaghan, Jr., brothers, William, Francis, Thomas, and Joseph O'Callaghan.Relatives and friends are kindly invited to calling hours on Wednesday May 15, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m, at the Kenneth H. Pollard Funeral Home, 233 Lawrence St., Methuen, MA. A Funeral Service will be held at 12 p.m. in the funeral home, followed by burial at Immaculate Conception Cemetery, Lawrence, MA.For directions or to send a message of condolence to the family please visit www.pollardfuneralhome.com.The Kenneth H. Pollard Funeral Home is honored to serve the O'Callaghan family.

Litchfield, NH & Andover - Raymond E. Nolin, a resident of Litchfield, New Hampshire, formerly of Andover, MA and beloved husband of the late Barabara A. Nolin, passed away surrounded by his family at his home on Thursday, May 30, 2024. He was 88 years old and lived a good, long and happy life.Born in Dracut, MA, on September 29, 1935, he was the beloved son of the late Edward and Virginia (Dickson) Nolin. Mr. Nolin was an Air Force veteran and retired Eastern Airlines Captain who was an avid sports fan and especially loved all things Patriots, Red Sox and Celtics. He loved golf, reading, music and birdwatching and was visited regularly on his back porch by blue birds, finches and humming birds which gave him much joy...even the squirrels which were a comic relief. He also loved spending time with his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was much beloved by his family, by the local community of Canberra Village and by all who met him and who got to know him—even briefly.He will be dearly missed by all those who knew him. Raymond is survived by his loving children; Scott R. and his wife Catherine Nolin of Andover, Kathleen M. Nolin of North Grafton, MA and Brenda and her husband, Thomas Gregg of Kingston, NH., grandchildren; Zachary Nolin and his wife, Kayla Fosse, Maxwell Nolin, Samuel Nolin, Ben Lubeck, Jason Lubeck and Brian and his wife Sara Gregg, Jack, Thomas and Kevin Gregg and great grandchildren Archie and Abigail along with several cousins, nieces and nephews. Raymond was predeceased by brothers, Richard Nolin & Robert Nolin and his sister, Lois Mambro (Nolin).Calling hours will be held in the Burke-Magliozzi Funeral Home, 390 North Main Street, Andover on Thursday, June 6th, from 4 to 7 p.m. A funeral service will be held at the West Parish Garden Cemetery Chapel, 129 Reservation Road in Andover on Friday, June 7th at 10 a.m. followed by a burial service. In lieu of flowers, donations in Raymond's memory may be made to Melmark New England (www.melmark.org) or to Amedisys Hospice Care of Bedford, NH. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Burke-Magliozzi Funeral Home of Andover. For additional information, please visit www.burkemagliozzi.com.

Hilton Head Island - Paul F. Nissi, 84, passed away on Good Friday morning, March 29, 2024 with Birdie, his loving wife of 58 years and their, dog, Maggie, by his side.Paul was born on July 15, 1939 in Haverhill, MA to Frank T. Nissi and Mary Turner Nissi. He attended Haverhill public schools and was a member of the varisty football and baseball teams, while being an honor roll student. Paul pitched two 'no-hitters" his senior year and was elected to the Massachusetts State All Star Football team. His hard work and dedication earned him a full scholarship to the University of Notre Dame, where he played football from 1957 to 1960 and was a member of the Monogram Club. He continued his education, receiving an MBA from Boston University.His business career began in the newspaper industry with an association with Dow Jones, the Wall Street Journal, and later on, the New York Daily News, where he worked 70-80 hours a week. In the mid 1970's, he decided to retire from the "news biz" and seek a calmer life by moving to Hilton Head Island, SC with his dear wife , Birdie. Initially he played a lot of golf and enjoyed fishing, but in a few years moved into commericial and residential real estate.Paul was an active parishoner of the newly constructed Holy Family Catholic Church, participating in Nocturnal Viewing of the Blessed Sacrament and being a volunteer auto driver, taking parish members to their various medical appointments. He also volunteered as a member of Second Helpings. He was an active member of the Notre Dame Alumni Club of Hilton Head, a marathon runner, and a member of the Porsche Club of America.Paul's surviving family members are his dear wife, Roberta (Birdie), his wonderful sister, Joanne Nissi Fenlon, of Bradford, MA and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by both parents, his brother, Thomas F. Nissi, and his sister, Carla Nissi Wrenn.Paul loved his family, nieces and nephews, grand nieces and nephews and many friends.A Mass of Christian Burial took place at Holy Family Catholic Church in Hilton Head in late April. Paul will be remembered at Sacred Hearts Church in Bradford, MA on May 26 at the 11:30 a.m. Mass. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to a charitable organization.

Londonderry - John D. Murray (86), a beloved father, grandfather, husband, son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away after a brief illness on April 19, 2024. Born in Somerville, Massachusetts, on July 16, 1937, John grew up in Andover and cherished his New England roots. He graduated from Punchard High School in 1955 and served in the Army from 1956-1958.After military service, John attended the New England School of Investigators, leading to a long career in law enforcement. He worked for the Andover Police Department, University of Southern Colorado in Pueblo, and the MIT Police Department before retiring in 2005. John married Judith Fletcher in 1961, and together they raised a family, with whom he loved to hike, camp, and explore the outdoors.He is survived by his wife Judith, of nearly 63 years; his sister, Shirley and her husband, Ralph Fearon; his children, Lauriejean and her husband, Dan Chamberlin; Scott and his wife Sheilagh Murray; Christiann and her husband John Dignam, Kathy and her husband Ken Mills; five grandchildren: John and Will Dignam, Emylie (Mills) Coccimiglio, Aidan, and Jarrod Mills; and Seven step-grandchildren; 10 step-great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, and many other loved ones. John was preceded in death by his father, George and his mother, Mary (Gunn) Murray.Relatives and friends are kindly invited to a celebration of life on Friday, May 17th at Conte Funeral Home, 28 Florence St., Andover. The wake will be 9 to 11 a.m. with a service in the funeral home to follow. A burial of ashes will follow the service at Spring Grove Cemetery. For funeral home directions or to sign the family guest book, please visit www.contefuneralhomes.com.

North Andover - Richard "Dick" G. Munroe, 91, of North Andover, MA, passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2024 after a period of declining health, one month shy of his 92nd birthday.Dick was born in 1932 and raised in Andover, MA. He graduated from Punchard High School in 1950. He met the love of his life, Jane, at Punchard; they wed in 1952. Dick served in the United States Air Force from 1952 to 1956. During the course of his service, he and Jane lived in St. Louis, MO; and Oakland, CA. Upon his discharge from the Air Force, Dick and Jane moved to Burlington, MA with their infant son Don. Dick received his associate's degree from the Bentley School of Accounting and Finance in 1952, his Bachelor of Science from Suffolk University in 1962, and his Master of Business Administration from Fairleigh Dickinson University in 1967. He worked for Carter's in Needham, MA before moving to Oakland, NJ in 1963 to work for Lever Brothers in New York City. He and his family returned to Andover in 1967, where he began working at Western Electric. He retired from Western Electric in 1990. He fully retired in 1997 after a brief stint at the IRS.Dick loved spending time with his family more than anything. He was also an avid golfer, having achieved three holes-in-one. He was a long-time member at White Cliffs Country Club in Plymouth, MA while living in a condo on the 15th hole after retirement. Once Jane retired and the couple moved to Sagamore Beach, Dick golfed at Sandwich Hollows Golf Club daily. When they moved to a house on the Merrimack Valley Golf Club in Methuen, MA in 2009, Dick was a member there until 2019 at age 87. He loved golf because it allowed him to spend time with his son, son-in-law, and grandson, and he made many lasting friendships on the golf course. Besides golf, Dick enjoyed gardening, bowling, playing horseshoes, playing cards (bridge, whist, and 45's) and playing pool. He was able to enjoy these activities at Edgewood LifeCare Community in North Andover, MA, where he and Jane moved in 2016.Besides his loving wife of 71 years, Jane, Dick will be dearly missed by his son, Donald, of Nashua, NH; his daughter, Nancy Corsaro, and her husband, Frank, of Methuen, MA; his grandsons Matthew and Michael Corsaro, of Methuen, MA; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Raymond and Kathryn, brothers Allan and Gordon, niece Diane Lavoie and nephew Bob Munroe.

Salem - William "Bill" K. Mullin, 89, of Salem, died peacefully on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at his home in Salem, surrounded by his loving family.Born and raised in Lowell, MA, he was the son of the late William E. and Cecelia Concordia Mullin. He graduated from Keith Academy as a member of the Class of 1952. He went on to receive his Bachelor's degree in Management from Northeastern University as a member of the ROTC program and served in the U.S. Army rising to the rank of Captain before his discharge in 1960.Bill was employed by a defense contractor as a manufacturing operations manager for many years until his retirement. He was a long- time member of Holy Angels Parish of Plaistow, and member of the parish choir. He served his parish as an usher and as a religious education instructor teaching Confirmation classes. He was a member of the St. Jude Council of the Knights of Columbus, Plaistow and a 4th degree member of Bishop Peterson Assembly.An avid Red Sox fan, Bill was devoted to his family and especially enjoyed holiday dinners and birthday celebrations. He also enjoyed playing Chess, Bowling, Playing 45's and caring for his beloved German Shepherds.Predeceased in 2018 by his beloved wife June, he will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by two sons and a daughter-in-law, William E. Mullin of Newton, NH, Wayne P. and Jenna Mullin of Atkinson, and a daughter and son-in-law Kimberly A. M. and Paul Peterson of Chester, NH; three grandchildren, Sean J. Peterson, Alexis A. Peterson, and Weston William Mullin and was anxiously awaiting the birth of his granddaughter. He is also survived by a niece Colleen Mullin-Park and a nephew Michael Mullin as well as grand nephews, a grandniece, great-nephews and great niece. He was predeceased by his brother Robert E. Mullin.Relatives and friends are invited to Bill's Life Celebration to be held on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Brookside Chapel & Funeral Home, 116 Main St., Plaistow, NH. His funeral will begin on Thursday morning, May 30, at 9 a.m. from the funeral home with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in Holy Angels Church of St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, Atkinson Depot Rd. Plaistow. Burial with Military Honors will follow in Holy Angels Cemetery. Donations in his name may be made to Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation. https://fidelco.org.

Atkinson - Mary C. (Bruzzese) Minior, 68, of Atkinson, NH, passed away peacefully at Brigham and Women's Hospital after a brief illness, surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of Thaddeus "Ted" Minior, with whom she shared 41 wonderful years together.Born in Lawrence, MA, the daughter of Maria (Salerno) Bruzzese and the late Frank Bruzzese, Mary was a graduate of St. Mary's High School. Mary was a proud alumna of the last graduating class of Lowell Tech (UMass Lowell), continuing her education and receiving her Master's in Business Administration from Southern New Hampshire University. Mary had distinguished career in finance; working for Wang, Hewlitt Packard, and most notably over 25 years working at Kronos, where she retired from in 2018 as Senior Director of Finance.Outgoing and social by nature, Mary loved to surround herself with family and friends. With Ted by her side, Mary was a summer fixture along the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee for the last 33 years. The massive network of friends expanded in the last ten years, as Mary and Ted spent their winters in Myrtle Beach, where Mary filled her days with walks along the beach and a newfound love for golf. She was a constant source of comfort, wisdom, and laughter. Mary found joy in traveling the world with her husband and made friends everywhere she went. Above all, Mary loved her family more than anything else. Mary cherished Sunday dinners with her parents, siblings, and nephews. Nothing brought her more joy than making Christmas cookies with her mother.In addition to her husband Ted and her mother, Maria, Mary is survived by step-children, Kerry Croce of Holden, MA, Michael Minior of Brooklyn, NY, Ryan Minior and his wife Stephanie of Denver, CO; grandchildren, Emma, Drew, Savannah, Eavan, Nolan; siblings, Rosanna Provost and her husband Frank of Lawrence, Anthony Bruzzese and his wife, Kim of Atkinson; brother and sister-in-law, Bill Minior and his wife Shirley of Douglas, MA, Rosemary Walker of Northbridge, MA; nephews, Michael Provost and his wife, Christina, Steven Provost and his wife Heidi, Daniel Provost, Frank Bruzzese and his wife, Miranda, Marcus Bruzzese, Billy Minior and Rob Minior.In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, 450 Brookline Ave., Boston, MA 02215Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend visiting hours on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, between 3 to 7 p.m. at Cataudella Funeral Home, 126 Pleasant Valley Street, Methuen, MA. A funeral service will follow at 7 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. For directions or to leave a condolence, please visit www.cataudellafh.com.

Windham - Beverly "Lal" A. (Mackenzie) Meuse, 90, longtime resident of Windham, NH, passed away on Sunday, January 21, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Beverly was born on May 30, 1933, to the late Lorimer and Della (Astle) Mackenzie.Cobbetts Pond in Windham was a very special place to Beverly. She enjoyed her childhood summers, met her future husband, and lived the last 35 years of her life on Cobbetts Pond.Beverly was raised in Wakefield, MA and graduated from Wakefield High School. After receiving her BS in Accounting from Bentley University, Beverly worked in accounting at Harvard University Press, Salem Building Supply and Donabedian Brothers. She and her husband later owned P.S. Meuse Construction followed by Island Pond Mobil in Derry, NH. Beverly made many friends while serving their loyal customer base. Her favorite vacation spots included Tortola Island in the British Virgin Islands and her family house in Placida, Florida.Beverly is survived by her loving husband Phillip S. Meuse; her sons, Curtis Meuse and his wife Nina Shumofsky of Rockville, MD, Derek Meuse and his wife, Pamela Curtis of Princeton, NJ, and Brett Meuse of Windham, NH; her grandchildren, Jack and Kate; her sister Marion Dinsmore and her husband, George; her brother Murdoch Mackenzie and Marilyn Allen; her sister-in-law Mary Jane Mackenzie. She had many cherished nieces and nephews. Beverly was predeceased by her brother Lorimer Mackenzie Jr. She will also be missed by her beloved basset hound, Abby.A memorial service and celebration of Beverly's life will be held at the Searles School and Chapel, 3 Chapel Rd, Windham, NH on June 1st at 11 a.m. with visiting hours at 10:00 am. Arrangements are under the care of Carrier Family Funeral Home, 38 Range Road, Windham, NH 03087. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.carrierfuneralhome.com. The Meuse family wants to express their gratitude to Zineb and Cheryl for their kindness and compassion. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to American Cancer Society (www.cancer.org) or the New Hampshire Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (www.nhspca.org/donate-today/).

North Andover - Carol McNally, 87, a longtime resident of North Andover, passed away on May 20th, surrounded by her loving family at High Pointe House in Haverhill, MA. She and her twin sister, Sally (Welch), were born on Christmas Eve 1936 in Lawrence, MA, to the late Milton and Helen (Budd) Downs.She grew up in Salem, NH, and graduated from Woodbury High School in 1954. During her school years, Carol was president of the National Honor Society, editor of her school newspaper, and played both varsity basketball and field hockey. She attended UNH and Keene State College, where she graduated in 1959. She later received her Master's in Education Degree. Carol was a history, civics, and economics teacher and taught in both the Salem, NH, and Georgetown, MA, school systems. She left to raise a family, but later substituted for many years in the Boxford, MA public schools. In 1964 she married her beloved husband Stephen McNally with whom she celebrated 55 years of marriage. Together they raised 4 children and eight grandchildren. She enjoyed reading, planting flowers, her many pet cats, and she became known for her homemade cookies and blueberry muffins. She enjoyed summers at her cottage in Bridgton, Maine for the past 49 years.Carol was predeceased by her husband Steve, her twin sister Sally, her parents, and her grandson John Lynch. She is survived by her sons and their wives Christopher and Melissa (Adams) McNally, Michael and Laura (Surette) McNally, and Stephen and Kathleen (Ciaccia) McNally, her daughter Margaret (Peg) Lynch, as well as 7 grandchildren: Cameron and Gillian (Holdsworth) McNally, Megan and Kevin McNally, Matthew Lynch, Jake and Kylie McNally. She is also survived by her brother John Downs and his wife, Lucille, and by her niece, Jill Marcotte.A funeral service for family and friends will be held at Conte Funeral Home in North Andover, MA, on May 31st at 11 a.m., followed by burial at St. Mary/Immaculate Conception Cemeteries in Lawrence, MA. Additional information may be found at www.contefuneralhomes.com.

Salem - Jack was born on October 2, 1944 to Charles W. McKenna, Sr. and Mary A. (Keraghan) McKenna in Lawrence, MA. He graduated from Central Catholic High School and studied business at Merrimac College. Jack retired from Raytheon Technologies.Jack (or Grandpa Jack) loved traveling solo and with his daughter and granddaughters, reading, spending time with friends, and enjoying fine dining experiences. He has enjoyed many sports over the years, from high school basketball to later years of tennis and swimming.Jack is survived by his daughter Sharon McKenna and granddaughters, Marietou and Bountourabi Camara, nieces Cynthia McKenna Moore and Mary McKenna Mayles and their families. He was preceded by his parents, Charles W. McKenna. and Mary A. (Keraghan) McKenna, his brother, Charles W. McKenna, his sister-in-law, Elaine Woodle McKenna, niece Kathleen McKenna Lile and nephew, Charles Willis McKenna.In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the J. McKenna Alliance Foundation (www.mckennalliance.org) which has been established in his memory.A celebration of life will be held July 7, 2024 at 3 p.m. at Sevmar Mediterranean Bistro, 401 Main Street, Salem, NH 03079.

North Salem - James E. McHugh of North Salem, NH passed away peacefully on April 11 after a long illness. Jim was the beloved husband of Catherine McHugh with whom he shared a joyful and fun-packed life. Jim was a super Dad whose children, Jim Jr. and Joy McHugh Butler, adored him; Jim was a most patient, loving and kind Dad. Jim was born in Great Barrington, MA on August 10, 1941. Jim flourished as the son of Edward and Mary McHugh in the small farming hamlet of Ancram, NY. An Army veteran and graduate of SUNY in Albany, NY, Jim prospered as an executive in the insurance business, retiring in 2007 from the Brown and Brown Insurance Agency. Jim loved the business and believed in it wholeheartedly. In addition to his love and pride for his family and dedication to his career, Jim was an avid sports enthusiast. He loved the Red Sox and the Patriots passionately. While on his tour of duty in Germany, Jim played on an army baseball team, which was one of his finest memories. For many, many years, Jim and Cathy skied often and fast with Jim and Joy. A favorite memory was taking Joy at the age of six down Outer Limits at Killington, VT. His son, Jim, carries on his legacy of time spent on the mountains around Lake Tahoe. Always packed with energy, Jim played basketball, softball, and lots and lots of golf. Jim also took great delight in mowing his beautiful lawn. Jim will be dearly missed by his wife, Cathy, son Jim and his wife Genevieve, by Joy and her husband Rob Butler, by grandchildren Catherine and Colin, by his sister Linda Isaac of Syracuse, and by his many nieces, nephews and friends.Visitation will take place on May 30, 2024, from 9 - 10:30 a.m. at the Carrier Family Funeral Home, 38 Range Road, Windham, NH 03087. A Funeral Mass will immediately follow at 11 a.m, at St. Matthew's Parish, 2 Searles Road, Windham, NH 03087. Interment will take place at the Pine Grove Cemetery in Salem, NH. For directions or to leave a message of condolence, please visit www.carrierfuneralhome.com.

Salem - Thelma Ann "Terry" (Terrio) McGreevy, 86, of Salem, NH (formerly Methuen, MA) passed away peacefully early Monday morning, June 3, 2024, at High Pointe Hospice House of Haverhill.Terry was born in Boston on August 11, 1937 and was the daughter of the late Peter H. and Theresa (Creighton) Terrio.Terry was the beloved wife of the late George McGreevy. She is survived by her two of her three children and six grandchildren, who affectionately called her "Grammy". Her children are Sheilagh McGreevy Shiepe (husband, Theodore Jr.), Michael McGreevy, who recently predeceased his mother, and Erin McGreevy Sullivan, (Husband, Ted.). Her grandchildren are George, Aidan, Casey and Brendan Shiepe, Kaitlyn and Michael Sullivan.She was raised in Portland, Maine until the passing of her father, when she was seven. She then moved to the Plains section of Lawrence with her mother, and also lived in St. Augustine, FL. She was a graduate of Lawrence High School, Class of 1955. After high school, Terry first went to work for Liberty Mutual, and then Dr. Morton B. Green. She later met her husband, George, at the Austin Guild Bowling League and danced many nights away at Bob White's in North Andover. She and George married in 1963 and settled in West Methuen to raise their family. She was an active participant in the Marsh School PTA, taught CCD for St. Monica's Parish, and was a volunteer driver for Meals on Wheels, along with being a Girl Scout leader.She established her role as a stay-at-home mother until George passed away in 1984. After his death, she worked as a site manager for Rockingham County Meals on Wheels until her retirement. She also earned an Associate degree in Human Services in 1988, Summa Cum Laude, from Castle College. She most enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, reading voraciously, watching her favorite New England sports teams, vacationing at the beach, and doing crafts. She was an avid card maker and got so much joy from sending cards to friends and family. In today's terms, Terry was a maker. She was an accomplished seamstress, knitter, crocheter, and a beautiful folk art painter. Her hand-knitted sweaters were constantly requested as new baby gifts. During her retirement, she was also able to travel throughout Europe. She will be remembered for her kindness, wisdom, and her secret charitable giving. Terry will be missed dearly by her family, and lifelong friends.Visitation for relatives and friends will be held in the funeral home on Thursday, June 6, from 4:00pm-7:00pm. Her Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, June 7, 2024, in St. Monica Parish, 212 Lawrence St., Methuen, MA at 11:00am. Burial, Elmwood Cemetery, Methuen.In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in memory of Thelma (Terry) McGreevy to support research and patient care at: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute P.O. Box 849168 Boston, MA 02284. To view the full obituary of sign the online guest book, please visit: www.pollardfuneralhome.com. The Kenneth H. Pollard Funeral Home is honored to serve the McGreevy Family.

Haverhill - Robert A. "Bob" McConihe, 89, of Haverhill, formerly from Waltham and Watertown passed away on Thursday, May 9 at Beth Israel Hospital in Boston.Born in Waltham, MA the son of then late Lewis and Sarah (O'Reilley) McConihe, he was educated in the Waltham and Watertown Public Schools. He served his country during the Korean Conflict, from 1952 – 1957. He was honorably discharged from the National Guard and the Regular Army, 515th Military Police Company. He was a life member of the Amvets Post 47. Following his military service he was employed for 36 years at Raytheon Co. in Shawsheen and Andover. He started his career as a testman and work for over 20 years as a senior statistical quality engineer for the Patriot Missile system. Bob enjoyed fishing and gardening, along with spending time at Hampton Beach and vacationing in Aruba. He also enjoyed playing softball in both the Amvets and Raytheon leagues.Bob was a volunteer at the Haverhill Historical Society for years, and a volunteer at HC Media since 2001 where he served as a member of the board of directors.Bob will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his wife of 65 years Regina M. (Moncousky) McConihe; a son, Gerard T. McConihe and his wife Lisa; a daughter, Laurie Vafides and a sister, Martha Rice; and his grandchildren, Ryan, Joshua, Jacob and Rachel. He was predeceased by his parents, his sister, Patricia A. Olpaka and grandson, Sean Robert McConihe.Services are private. Arrangements are under the care of the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main Street, Haverhill. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in his name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Please visit www.comeaufuneral.com or Comeau Funeral Home on Facebook.

Haverhill - Arline S. (Rogers) Martin, 87, widow of the late Jeno Martin, of Haverhill, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 5 at the Hannah Duston Healthcare Center.Born in Newburyport on April 20, 1937 she was the daughter of the late Leslie and Marcia (Knowlton) Rogers. She graduated from Newburyport High School and immediately followed her passion of becoming a nurse. She graduated from Melrose Wakefield Nursing School in 1958. Arline was the Director of Nursing for over 20 years for Whittier Health Network. She retired as director but was not ready to leave nursing and became a Case Manager until full retirement. She met many wonderful friends in the nursing field and stayed in touch with many of them.Arline loved to travel and enjoyed trips to Disney with her friend Joanne and as she would say, "one happy Island" of Aruba was her favorite destination. She loved the excitement and action at casinos and loved to play Keno. When she was not the life of the party, you could find her reading a good book or doing crafts like tole painting, cross stitch, knitting and crocheting. Arline was a woman of strong convictions, blessed with the ability and determination to get almost anything done. She was the driving force and guiding light for her family her entire life. She could not be sold on anything that didn't make sense, as she was driven by her common sense, character, and love of God to always steer the ship in the right directions.Arline had much love and dedication for her three children, seven grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. She is survived by her son Stephen A. LaMarca of Haverhill, and her daughters Kimberly Hosford and her partner John Tyler of Haverhill, and Sonya M. Colson of Sanford, ME. She also leaves behind her brother Ronald O. Rogers and his partner Sharon Holmes of Byfield; grandchildren Stephen A. LaMarca, Jr., Stephanie Doherty, Michael Russell, Jennifer Russell, Jessica Colson, Julie Colson, and Jenell Colson; niece Melanie Farewell and nephew Ron (Boo) Rogers; and very special friend Jean Jovel.Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend calling hours on Friday, June 7 from 10AM until 11AM followed by a funeral home chapel service at 11AM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main Street, Haverhill. Burial to follow at the South Byfield Cemetery, Warren Street, Georgetown. Please visit www.comeaufuneral.com or Comeau Funeral Home on Facebook.

Hampstead - Anthony was born in Lawrence, MA to Antonio and Elsie Mariano. He served in the United States Marine Corps. After his service, Anthony earned a bachelor's degree from Brown University and later went on to earn a graduate degree from Boston College, specializing in education. He enjoyed a long career teaching and retired from the Stoneham, MA school district Mathematics department. In his spare time he enjoyed playing cards, pool, gardening, traveling, and programming computers.Anthony is survived by his sister, Rose Mary, his children James, Marcia and Jeanne, stepchildren, nephews, seven great-grandchildren, and his longtime companion, Maggie Allen.Anthony now joins Barbara, Clara Mariano, and their son Ronald.

Chelmsford - Rosamond Elaine Stearns Malatesta, 81, of Chelmsford, MA passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at her home.Born in Haverhill, MA on June 12, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Doris (Comeau) Stearns. Rosamond was born and spent her early life in Haverhill where she graduated from Haverhill High School with the class of 1960. After high school, she married and raised four children in Chelmsford. She earned her Bachelor's degree in History from the University of Lowell and her Master's degree in education from Plymouth State College.Rosmond enjoyed a successful teaching career for over thirty-five years, and was affectionally known by her students as "Mrs. Mal". Rosamond retired in 2010 from the Tewksbury Public Schools where she taught math at John W. Wynn Middle School for 24 years.She was the matriarch of the family who enjoyed spending time with her family above all else. In her later years, she was "Nana" to her grandchildren, who were the loves of her life, and she celebrated every one of their milestones and successes with joy and enthusiasm. Rosamond also kept a special place in her heart for her Maine coon cat, Thomas, who she adored.She is survived by her devoted and loving companion of 28 years Robert Tuholski, known as "PaBob" to the grandkids, of Chelmsford, and New Salem, MA, her two sons; Andrew Malatesta of Salisbury, MA, Keith and his wife, Rheda Malatesta, of Richmond, VA, her two daughters and their spouses; Lauren and Andrew Guillette of Sherborn, MA, and Rachael and Peter Van Remortel of Charlestown, MA, and her seven grandchildren; Andrew Guillette, William Guillette, Caroline Guillette, Alexander Van Remortel, Henry Van Remortel, Nathan Malatesta, Isabelle Malatesta, and her several cousins, nieces and nephews. Rosamond was the sister of the late Charles Stearns.There will be a funeral mass celebrated for Rosamond Malatesta on Saturday, May 11, 2024, 9:00am at St. John the Evangelist Church, 115 Middlesex Street, N. Chelmsford, MA 01863. Burial following at St. Joseph Cemetery, Haverhill, MA. ARRANGEMENTS BY DOLAN FUNERAL HOME 978-251-4041. Guestbook at www.dolanfuneralhome.com.

Atkinson - Dr. Kirwan Thomas MacMillan, MD, 95, of Atkinson, NH and formerly of Bradford, MA passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 26, 2024, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.Dr. MacMillan was born in Detroit, MI, on October 9, 1928, son of the late Edward J. and Catherine H. (Hogan) MacMillan and as a child moved to Everett, MA with his family.Dr. MacMillan is predeceased by his loving wife Dorothy M. (Goodreau) who passed away in 2016 with whom he shared 64 wonderful years of Marriage.Dr. MacMillan is also survived by his eight children; daughters Donna Raciti and husband David of Salem NH, Susan MacMillan of Atkinson, NH, Lisa Mullen, and husband Shawn of Windham NH; sons, Thomas and wife Joy of Brentwood NH, Michael and Fiancé Francine Fazio of Fremont NH, Douglas and wife Lisa of Salem NH, Robert and wife Deborah of The Woodlands, TX, Philip and wife Donna of Haverhill MA. He also leaves behind his 20 grandchildren; Matthew, Kristina, Natalie, Kirwan, Cameron, Ian, Justin, Elise, Sara, Andrew, Colby, Lauren, Christopher, Timothy, Michelle, Stephanie, Kyle, Eric, Sadie, Conor and twenty-three great grandchildren.In addition to his beloved wife Dottie and their children, Dr. MacMillan is also survived by his brothers; Farrell and wife Kathleen of Charleston, SC, Frank and wife Nancy of Salem, NH and sisters; Mary Cassidy and late husband Frank of Burlington, MA and Margaret and late husband Paul also of Burlington, MA and by many nieces and nephews and a multitude of great nieces and nephews.Dr. MacMillan was educated in the Everett School System and graduated from Everett High School in 1945. He would immediately go on to serve our country in the United States Army at the age of 17. He was stationed in San Francisco until 1949 when he entered Boston College where he graduated with the class of 1952. He went on to Tufts School of Medicine graduating in 1956.Dr. MacMillan started his medical career in the US Army being stationed at Letterman Army Hospital, San Francisco, Brooke Army Medical Center, San Antonio, TX; Tripler Army Hospital, Honolulu, HI and Martin Army Hospital, Columbus, GA. After leaving the US Army, Dr. MacMillan and his family settled in Haverhill, MA where he joined Dr. Albert B. Consentino in private practice in 1964. In 1966 Dr. MacMillan was a founding member of Pentucket Medical Associates located on Summer Street before moving to its present location at One Parkway in Haverhill with various satellite offices opened throughout the Merrimack Valley. He was a president of the Merrimack Valley Chapter of the American Heart Association. He was also a member of the Rotary Club of Haverhill and various physician organizations.During the course of his 50 plus year career in the Merrimack Valley, he was board certified in internal medicine, and practiced in cardiology, endocrinology and nuclear medicine. He was instrumental in getting the new Hale Hospital built on Lincoln Avenue in Haverhill and established the cutting edge Nuclear Medicine Department located within. He lovingly took care of multiple generations of families from Haverhill and surrounding communities. He was old school in his approach to treating the whole person and their concerned families.Kirwan was a history buff and a lifelong seeker of knowledge. He enjoyed Sailing, especially with his boys on his sailboat the Aeolus, as well as with his physician colleagues. He loved skiing, and spent countless winter seasons at Waterville Valley where each weekend would include being surrounded by his many children and grandchildren on the slopes. He loved travelling and stepped on every continent in the world, having travelled to Antarctica in his 80's. He was an avid student of the stock market. Above all else, he enjoyed spending time with his family, and being a devoted and loving husband, a guiding and caring father, and the best "Papa" a grandchild or great grandchild could ask for. Kirwan was a one of a kind personality, bigger than life, yet down to earth at the same time. He regaled friends and family with many interesting stories of his incredibly amazing life. He was equal parts stern and serious, warm and loving, and a loyal, steadfast and solid man from the greatest generation.Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend his calling hours on Friday May 31st, 2024 from 4PM to 7PM at the H.L. Farmer & Sons Bradford Funeral Home, 210 South Main St., Bradford, MA. His Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be on Saturday June 1st at 10:00 AM at Sacred Hearts Church, 165 South Main St., Bradford. Interment will follow at a later date in the NH State Veterans Cemetery, Boscawen, NH."In Lieu of Flowers", Donations may be made to the Tufts University School of Medicine to help foster the education of the next generation of Medical Doctors at https://.go.tufts.edu/fftms To share a memory or for more information, please visit www.farmerfuneralhomes.com

Haverhill - Jennifer Lee (Senecal) Lord, 53, of Haverhill, passed away on Tuesday, May 21 surrounded by loving family at Lawrence General Hospital.Jennifer was born in Douglas, Arizona. She attended Crotched Mountain School in New Hampshire and received her high school diploma from Haverhill High School. Jennifer was an avid Red Sox fan, attending many games and the team gave her a game ball with signatures from the whole team. Jennifer was known as a loving, caring, free spirit; she always had a positive attitude and loved spending holidays with her family.Jennifer is survived by her parents, Richard and Erika (Herrmann) McNeil, and her siblings Robert J. Jennings and his fiancé, Tina Sheltz of Merrimac, Jason Jennings and his wife Danielle of Methuen, Robin Martone of Petersburg, IN, Susanne L. Henri and her husband, Dallas of S. Dakota, and Kevin McNeil and his wife, Aimee of Plaistow, NH. She also leaves behind her nieces and nephews, Heather Malbon, Seana Jennings-Rodriguez, Kyara Jennings, Richard Labritz, Ashlyn Jennings, Joshua Jennings, Zachary Weir, Cailin McNeil, Morgan McNeil; great-nieces Raelynne Rodriguez and Felicity Jennings, a great-nephew, Khanya Malbon of Africa; and also three aunts and several cousins in Germany. She was predeceased by the love of her life, her husband Gerald "Gerry" Lord and her sister Roxanne Senecal.Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend a Graveside Service at Linwood Memorial Wall, Mill Street, Haverhill on Tuesday, May 28 at 1 p.m. Arrangements are in the care of the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main Street, Haverhill. Please visit www.comeaufuneral or Comeau Funeral Home on Facebook.

Plaistow - Gordon J. Lewis, 89, a longtime resident of Plaistow died peacefully on Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Frances (Furtado) Lewis with whom he shared 63 years of devoted marriage. He was born on October 5, 1934 in Boston, MA and was the son of the late Gordon L. Sr. and Mary (McNeil) Lewis. Gordon proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War before working for Raytheon for 39 years. Gordon was known for his quick wit, his laughter, and admiration for his family. He was very proud of his Irish Heritage and enjoyed traveling often with his wife and family to visit Newfoundland and Ireland. Gordon spent his retired years golfing, working in his vegetable garden and woodshop, and volunteering a helping hand to anyone in need. Gordon was a very proud Catholic and served his community faithfully as a Knights of Columbus Charter Member 6617 for 40 years. He served as a Faithful Navigator and a financial secretary throughout many of those years. Above all else, family was the most important. He taught his children and granddaughter that family always came first and to respect, cherish, and value your family. Besides his wife Gordon is survived by his children Gordon Lewis of Colorado, and Cheryl Lewis-Gardella and her husband Frank of Newton, N.H., the sunshine of his life, his granddaughter Angelica Lewis-Gardella and her fiancé Stephen Lesiczka, his sisters Evelyn Defraia and her husband Jimmy, and Mary Brown and her husband Charles. He also leaves behind several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Gordon was sadly predeceased by his sister Marilyn Lewis and his mother and father-in-law Frank and Connie Furtado. His family would like to extend their gratitude to Rockingham VNA and Hospice for the care provided to Gordon and his family.Family and friends are invited to attend calling hours on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 from 5pm – 7pm at the Brookside Chapel & Funeral Home 116 Main St., Plaistow, NH. His funeral will start at the funeral home on Wednesday, May 15 at 9am. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10am at St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, 8 Atkinson Depot Rd., Plaistow, NH. A burial will follow in Holy Angels Cemetery, Plaistow, NH. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Holy Angels Food Pantry at the parish or The Plaistow Fire – Rescue- EMS. To send a message of condolence to the family or to share a cherished memory of Gordon, please visit: www.brooksidechapelfh.com.

Bedford - Robert L. Letoile, 90, a resident of Bedford since 1996, and a former resident of Hampstead, NH, and North Conway, NH, died peacefully on Saturday, January 27, 2024.Born in Haverhill, MA, he was the son of the late William and Kathryn (Ayer) Letoile, and was raised and educated in Hampstead. After graduating from High School in 1951., Mr. Letoile was drafted by the Saint Louis Cardinals and played as a pitcher in the 1951 and 1952 seasons. A veteran of the Korean Conflict, Mr. Letoile enlisted in the U.S. Army and served as a Specialist 3, until his honorable discharge in 1954.Following his discharge from the service, Mr. Letoile was employed by the family business, Wiiliam Letoile Roofing Company. He later established his own business, Letoile Construction Co. in North Conway and was a part owner of Black Mountain Ski Resort.A longtime member of the Hampstead Fire Department, he served as Fire Chief for seven years. He also volunteered his time as a coach for the Hampstead Little League and Babe Ruth League and maintained a life-long love of the game. In appreciation of his devotion to the town and the sport, the Hampstead Baseball Field was named in his honor. He was a member of the Hampstead Congregational Church and former member of the Hampstead Civic Club. Moving to North Conway in 1977, he was a member of the Kiwanis Club of North Conway.A devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, he enjoyed skiing, baseball, furniture building and attending his grandchildren's and great-grandchildren's sporting events.Predeceased in March of 2023, by his high school sweetheart and wife of 64 years, Dorothy (Mansur) Letoile, he will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by three daughters, Lisa A. Sayers of Arlington, MA, Shelly L. Goodwin and her significant other Doug Ratio of Bedford, VA, and Kimberly A. Flournoy and her husband Rob of Seven Lakes, N.C., a son Robert L. Letoile, Jr. of Concord, NH, nine grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his son, Jeffrey Letoile.Relatives and friends are invited to a Celebration of the Lives of Robert and Dorothy Letoile to be held on Saturday June 1, 2024 at 10 a.m. at Brookside Chapel & Funeral Home, 116 Main Street, Plaistow, NH. Burial with Fire Department honors will follow in West Hampstead Cemetery. A reception for family and friends will be held at the Old Meeting House in Hampstead. In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorial donations be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital, 265 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN.

HAVERHILL - Marie-Olive Jaqueline 'Jackie' (Roger) LeBlanc peacefully passed away at the age of 96 on May 14, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.Jackie was born to J.G. Alexandre Roger and Louisa (Descoteaux) Roger on December 21, 1927, in Haverhill, Massachusetts. She was the eldest remaining member of her two siblings, Eugene Roger and Yvonne Cote.Jackie grew up in Haverhill, graduated from Haverhill High School, and went on to graduate from Lawrence Academy of Beauty Culture. She married James (Jimmy) Louis LeBlanc and they went on to raise four children in Bradford. Summers were spent at Hampton Beach, NH where they ran their family landmark motel from 1964 to 1997 accommodating vacationers from Canada and across the country. Jackie was widowed in 1998 and subsequently moved to her family home until her passing.Those close to Jackie knew she was the anchor matriarch of the Family. She was a longtime member of the Sacred Heart Parish community. She lived a fulfilling life, inspiring all who knew her, and maintained a positive outlook grounded by her deep religious faith.She was a botanical enthusiast and avid Red Sox fan. She also enjoyed time spent in her senior bowling league where she excelled until the age of 91. She passed time playing card games and solving crossword puzzles. She loved visits from grandkids, phone calls from friends and family, and she never missed sending a birthday card.Jackie was predeceased by her son, Geoffrey, who was married to Marla (Marini) LeBlanc. She is survived by daughter Elizabeth Cote and her husband Glenn Cote of Salisbury, MA, son Stephen LeBlanc and wife Gina (Beatrice) LeBlanc of Haverhill, MA, and son Kenneth LeBlanc and his wife Danielle (Colby) LeBlanc of Hampton, NH. She also leaves behind her nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, May 25, in Sacred Hearts Church, 165 S. Main Street, Haverhill at 11:30 AM. Please meet directly at the church. Interment will follow St. Joseph Cemetery, Haverhill. Arrangements by Driscoll Funeral Home, Haverhill. For guestbook, visit www.driscollcares.com

Hampstead - Theodore 'Ted' Richard Krzesowski, 88, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 18th, 2024. Born in Springfield MA, on December 9th, 1935, he was the son of Theodore and Stella [Gawlik] Krzesowski. After proudly serving his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean War and earning a degree in electrical engineering at Boston's Wentworth Institute of Technology, Ted worked as a microwave engineer for Microwave Associates, Micro-Dynamics and Herley Industries for over 40 years in the Boston area. He was a life-long parishioner of the Congregational Church, including participation at the First Congregational Church of Indian Orchard, the North Reading Union Congregational Church and locally and the Hampstead Congregational Church.Ted is survived by his wife Paula Yolanda Guzman, sister Judith Krzesowski and her partner Aleksa, son Kenneth Krzesowski McLellan and his wife Kimberly, daughter Wendy Krzesowski, and grandchildren Sophie (21), Briar (19) and Charlotte (15). He is also survived by Emery Bjerkmann, the mother of his children.His outdoor interests were numerous and varied, and included sailing, kayaking, photography, volleyball, archeology and gardening. Ted was extremely creative, and mechanically gifted. During his 40-year residency in Hampstead, he was always fixing something for someone! After building two cottages in Maine earlier in his life, he later created many beautiful pieces of custom stained glass art from his home studio. Throughout his life, Ted had an intense, active interest in so many subjects. He kept his curiosity high, and stayed learning his entire life. Ted's heartfelt concern for the well-being of others was infectious - he made us want to be better, and do better. He will be so missed, and his thoughtful spirit will be carried on by all those that knew him. Ted and his wife Yolanda shared an inspirational bond of love and support for over 20 years, while tirelessly and unselfishly caring for others. Yolanda's family and local neighbors kept Ted very close, ensuring that he was engaged, needed and loved, each and every day.Family, friends and neighbors are welcome to visit the Brookside Chapel & Funeral Home, 116 Main Street, Plaistow, NH to pay their last respects on Friday, May 31, 2024 from 4 to 7 p. m. His funeral service will be held on Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 4 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, online donations can be made as a memorial gift to the Merrimack River Watershed Council. Ted spent many years both kayaking down and helping clean up this beautiful waterway.

Groveland - Marguerite "Midge" (Faucon) Jarvis, longtime resident of West Newbury and recently of Groveland, MA, passed away on May 17, 2024 at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, MA after a brave battle with cancer. She was predeceased by her husband Edward L. Jarvis Sr. She is survived by her children Edward "Ned" Jarvis Jr., Christine Dickinson and husband Mark, and Susan Benoit. She will be sadly missed by her grandchildren Ryan and Eric Jarvis, Margaret Nicoll and husband Ian, Sarah and Andrew Dickinson and Sheriden Benoit, as well as a great granddaughter, Charlotte Nicoll. Midge was an exceptional dental hygienist. She loved to play tennis, ski, garden, cook, travel and her greatest enjoyment was being with her family.Funeral arrangements will be private. A celebration of life will take place at a later date. Complete obituary on Legacy.com

Andover - Mrs. Frances Claire (Crowley) Hennessey of Andover and Manchester-by-the-Sea, beloved wife of 53 years of the late David J. Hennessey, died peacefully Sunday, May 26, 2024 at home surrounded by her loving family.Born in Everett, January 19, 1945, Frances is the daughter of the late John and Claire Crowley. After being raised and educated in Somerville and Malden, Frances attended and graduated from Cheverus Catholic High School in Malden (Sisters of Providence). She continued her education and worked herself through Emmanual College in Boston earning her Bachelor's Degree in Science/Biology. It was in these years she met and married her love, David. After working as a teacher of nursing students in the Boston area, she and David joined the Peace Corps and shortly thereafter began their new family. David's career brought them to relocate to Puerto Rico with their first three children. Prior to the birth of their fourth child they settled in Andover Massachusetts where Frances raised the children at home. Frances was committed to her faith and actively participated in pilgrimages to the Vatican in Rome, as well as supported many World Youth Days for her family. Frances and David had a love for the ocean; many summers were spent in Gloucester at Wingaersheek Beach where they had had their first "date", and they enjoyed family days and cook-outs in Manchester-by-the-Sea, Rockport, Salisbury, Hampton, NH and York, Maine. In retirement years she and David enjoyed the sunshine during winters in Melbourne Beach and Barefoot Bay, Florida.What was most important to Frances was her family and her deep faith centered in a devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, love for the Blessed Virgin Mary, and belief in the Real Presence of Jesus in the Most Holy Eucharist.Frances is survived by her children, David Hennessey and his wife, Deborah of Salisbury, Elizabeth Doyle and her husband, Francis of West Roxbury, the Reverend Daniel Hennessey, of Topsfield and Middleton, and Catherine Reese and her husband, Tyler of Rochester, NH, her grandchildren, Joseph, Peter, Anna, and Maria Reese, Kassandra Caruso and her husband, Kenneth Jr. of Merrimac, her great grandchildren, Kenneth Caruso III and Zackary Caruso, her sister Joanne and husband David Howard of North Andover, niece Jennifer and son Timothy, nephews Gregory and Timothy, her cousins Carol Barricelli of Malden, Bernadette Mahoney of Billerica, Joseph Patterson of Florida, Donna (Fournier) Williams, of Yarmouth,ME; Stephen Fournier, of Portland, ME; Patricia (Fournier) Gott, of Coventry, RI, Joan (Fournier) Genest, of CT and many other beloved friends and extended family. Frances is predeceased by her brother James "Jimmy" Crowley, her many aunts, uncles, cousins, and extended family.A public Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Saint Rose of Lima Church, 12 Park Street, Topsfield, Massachusetts on Saturday, June 1st at 10:30 A.M. Visiting hour at Saint Rose of Lima Church Hall from 9:30 A.M.to 10:30 A.M. prior to the Funeral Mass. Private Burial in St. Mary's Cemetery, Salem, Massachusetts.

Andover - Joan C Hegarty, born April 13th, 1935, passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family the evening of May 6th, 2024 in Haverhill, MA, at the age of 89 (32,531 days).Joan was born in Methuen and raised in Haverhill in a farmhouse right on the New Hampshire border where she could see the northern lights from her bedroom window as a child.She received an undergraduate degree in political science from Merrimack College, Class 1957 and attended Boston College and Johns Hopkins Universities obtaining additional degrees as well as her real estate license later on. She also taught political science at the high school and university levels.Joan was the daughter of the late Gertrude (Puchtler) and Joseph Chechowitz and is survived by her devoted and caring son, Dan of Alexandria, VA, multiple nephews, nieces and extended family. Joan was predeceased by her her devoted husband of 43 years, Bill, with whom she attended both Merrimack College and Johns Hopkins University.Joan was a lifelong New Englander, having traveled only to realize that New England area is her true home.She was a voracious reader (sometimes a book a day as a kid) and very plugged into the world around her.Joan was dignified, warm, charming, independent, and equally caring to all regardless of family connection, status, age or any other quality. In her later life "Aunt Joan" became a endearing moniker.In the 1960s, while at BC, she compiled copious voting registrations and records from multiple towns as part of a graduate school thesis, created and calculated results.....by hand.....traveling to painstakingly retrieve records from various town halls and libraries all over eastern Massachusetts.Although she appreciated finer things, she lived a very real and modest daily life; never feeling entitled and was easily comfortable at a 5 star restaurant one night and a 5 Guys the next. She instinctively wasted nothing which gave her an air of gratitude. Upon being offered the option to put a handicapped placard in her car at an age well past 80, she replied "No, that would be cheating."Joan was spiritual, faithful, down to earth and grounded, appreciating social justice elements such as women's rights and the environmental movements decades ahead of their widespread acceptance and popularity.Joan will lay to rest with her husband Bill at the Spring Grove Cemetery in Andover. Their love was an inspiration to all who witnessed it, a testament to the enduring power of partnership and devotion.Visiting hours are 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, May 19 at Conte Funeral Home in North Andover, 17 Third St., North Andover MA 01845, with memorial Mass at St. Michael's in N. Andover 11:30 a.m. on Monday, May 20, and burial to follow as well as celebration of life in the church hall later that afternoon. All are welcome to come and celebrate Joan's life. For online condolences please visit www.contefuneralhomes.com.

Boston - Brother Leonard F. Haley, SM, of Boston, died Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at Maristhill Nursing Home in Waltham. He was 84.Brother Leonard was born in Cambridge on July 11, 1939, a son of the late Leonard and Mary (McCullough) Haley, and was raised in Somerville. A year after graduating from Somerville High School he entered the Marist Novitiate in Staten Island, New York and received his first profession on December 8, 1959. His perpetual profession came four years later. He earned his bachelor's degree in religious studies at the University of Detroit.From there he embarked on a 60-year ministry with the Society of Mary. Fr. Leonard served the community in a variety of capacities as an administrator, pastoral and hospital ministries, and as a volunteer. He served at Notre Dame High School in Harper Woods, Michigan, Holy Name Parish in Detroit, Mount Carmel Parish in Methuen, Saint Anne Parish in Lawrence, Saint Joseph's Parish in Haverhill, Saint Lucy's Parish in Methuen and at the Marist homes in Framingham and in Boston. In retirement he continued his service to the Church and assisted at several area parishes including Our Lady Comforter of the Afflicted in Waltham.Brother Leonard leaves his brother, Robert Haley (Diane) of Hudson, his nephew, niece, cousins and their families as well as his confreres in the Society of Mary Community.Family and friends will honor and remember Bro. Leonard's life by gathering to visit in Our Lady Comforter of the Afflicted Church, 880 Trapelo Road, Waltham at 10 a.m. on Monday, June 10th followed by his Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Malden.Memorial donations may be made to the Society of Mary, 815 Varnum Street, NE, Washington, DC 20017 or at www.societyofmaryusa.orgFor directions and guest book please visit www.JoyceFuneralHome.com.

Andover - Ernest J. Gulla of Andover, formerly of Melrose, passed away on June 2, 2024 at the High Pointe House Hospice in Haverhill surrounded by his loving family. Born July 1, 1937 in Cambridge, he was just a month shy of his 87th birthday.Mr. Gulla was the son of the late Patrick J. Gulla and Adeline M. Gulla of Melrose.He attended grammar school in Everett, and after the family moved to Melrose in 1951, he graduated from Melrose High School, Class of 1955. He then attended Worcester Academy for one year, moving on to Boston College, graduating in the Class of 1960 with a bachelor's degree in business administration.Mr. Gulla leaves behind his wife, Marilyn (Carr) Gulla; son, Paul Gulla and his wife Tracey Levy of Northampton and their children, Bodhi and Jayden; daughter Stephanie Soule and her husband, Walter of North Andover and their son, Amos; sister Marilyn Glover of Melrose; brother, Richard Gulla and his wife, Joy Camp of Melrose; sister-in-law Sylvia Gulla of Westerly, Rhode Island; sister-in-law Cynthia Carr of Andover; brother-in-law Dennis Carr and his wife Patricia of Reading; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his older brother, Robert J. Gulla of Westerly, Rhode Island.Donations in Mr. Gulla's memory may be made to the American Indian College Fund.A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Saturday, June 22, 2024 at St. Mary's Church, Herbert St Melrose at 10 a.m. Burial will follow the funeral mass in Wyoming Cemetery in Melrose. Please go directly to church. Family and friends respectfully invited to attend.

Derry - Jerome "Jerry" Joseph Guerrin, 79, of Derry, NH, passed away on Friday, May 31, 2024, at Catholic Medical Center in Manchester, NH. He was born on April 26, 1945, in Brooklyn, NY, to the late Jerome and Edna (Lee) Guerrin. He graduated from St. Francis College, Brooklyn, NY. Jerry proudly served his country with the United States Army serving as a Military Police Officer in Korea during the Vietnam War. Upon his return home, he resumed working with the United States Custom Agency as a Special Agent Group Supervisor at SAC offices in NYC, Washington, D.C. and Boston. He was president of the New England Chapter of the Association of Former Customs & Homeland Security Special Agents. He will be missed by many and his stories will live on forever. Jerry was an active member of the Derry Salem Elks Lodge and participated in their pool leagues. He also enjoyed kayaking with Carol in NH, ME and eastern Long Island, NY and attending many Pan Am alumni conventions and functions. Jerry is survived by his beloved wife of 51 years Carol (Utterback) Guerrin, a Pan Am Stewardess he met while working as a Sky Marshal and their first date was to the Taj Mahal, Agra, India; their children: Michelle Guerrin and her partner, Ulysses Spinazola of Windham, NH, and James Guerrin of West Virginia; his sisters: Catherine Madayag of Chicago, IL and Carol Geier of Belle Harbor, NY and several nieces and nephews.Friends and family are invited to Calling Hours on Monday, June 10, 2024, from 4-7pm, at the Carrier Family Funeral Home, 38 Range Road, Windham, NH 03087. A Funeral Service will take place on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, beginning at 11 AM at First Parish Congregational Church, 47 East Derry Road, Derry, NH 03038. A reception will follow at the Derry Salem Elks, 39 Shadow Lake Rd, Salem, NH 03079. In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donations:· First Parish Church historic meetinghouse preservation effort. To donate in Jerry's name, please indicate your gift is for "Jerry/Meetinghouse" and use any of these 3 options: mail a check made out to FPC and mail to: First Parish Church, PO Box 114, E. Derry, NH 03041, Venmo to @First-Parish (account.venmo.com/u/first-parish) or Credit Card donations to fotmh.org/donate· Disabled American Veterans, by making a gift to DAV you are empowering veterans to lead high-quality lives with respect and dignity. www.ihelpveterans.org/For directions or to leave a message of condolence, please visit www.carrierfuneralhome.com

Sun City West - Patricia A. (Carson) Graham, 79, passed away peacefully in her home in Sun City West, AZ, on May 23, 2024, with her loving daughter Kelly at her side. Pat was born in Lawrence, MA, on July 28, 1944, to the late James and Helen Carson. Pat was preceded in death by her loving husband, Kenneth F Graham. She leaves her daughter Kelly Reasons, husband Philip, son Michael Graham, and granddaughters Kendra Graham and Amanda Reasons. Her siblings Thomas and Michael Carson and Donna Toscano, several nieces, and nephews as well as several cousins. Also, dear friends Charles and Cheryl Guido and Patrick and Donna Potter. Pat was raised in Lawrence, MA, and graduated from St Patrick's High School in 1962. Pat loved playing Bingo. She has lived in Arizona for the past 34 years and returned to MA yearly to spend time with her family and go to the beach.Services will be held in Massachusetts at a later date. To send an online condolence, please go to www.breenfuneralhome.com.

Seabrook - Shawn P. Graham, 59, of Seabrook, NH, passed away unexpectedly, on Friday, May 17th, 2024. He was born on December 27th, 1964, to D. Elaine (Petralia) and James Graham. Shawn was raised in Methuen, MA, attended local schools, and went on to earn his bachelor's degree in business marketing from Plymouth State University. Following graduation, Shawn began his career in Sales, which he loved and embraced to the fullest. He was born to be a salesman and could sell anyone, anything. Shawn married the love of his life, Pattiann (Dudley) on April 28th, 1991. The couple raised their family in Windham, NH before recently moving to Seabrook. Shawn put his heart and soul into whatever he did, whether it was work related or with his family. He was truly one of a kind. Often referred to as the "Social Director", he loved being around people. In his spare time, Shawn could often be found playing golf. He was an avid Boston sports team fan, holding season tickets to the Red Sox and Patriots. Shawn is survived by his beloved wife of 33 years, Pattiann Graham; his son, Joshua Graham and his fiancé Alexia Gorton of Goffstown, NH; his daughters, Emma Graham and Lily Graham of Seabrook, NH; his mother, Elaine Graham of Salem, NH; his brother, James Graham; his sister, Julie Anne Nelson; several nieces and nephews; as well as countless friends.He was predeceased by his father, James Graham.Calling hours will be held on Thursday, May 23rd, from 3pm to 6pm, at the Carrier Family Funeral Home, 38 Range Road, Windham, NH 03087. A Funeral Service will immediately follow, at 6pm, at the funeral home.In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Towers to Tunnels Foundation. For directions or to leave a message of condolence, please visit www.carrierfuneralhome.com.

HAVERHILL - His nightly prayers gave him the strength and hope to courageously fight this 3-year battle with cancer, but he was tired, and God said come, it's time, rest now in eternal salvation. With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Douglas Gove of Haverhill, MA.Doug was raised in Brentwood, NH, graduated from Sanborn Seminary, 1966, where he played baseball and football. He moved to Haverhill in 1971 where he married Maureen Woidyla and lived his life out for 53 years together in a committed love to each other. Family always came first.He was a dedicated father who coached St. Joseph's Little League Baseball, Haverhill Girls Softball, and was the President of St. Josephs School PTO. He took yearly trips fishing to Pittsburg, NH with his sons, Doug, Jr. and Dan. He was a member of the Plaistow Fish and Game Club. He loved riding the lawn mower to maintain the premises. Doug was a loving and spoiling father to his daughter, Maura, "Daddy's little girl" forever.Doug retired from National Grid, formerly Essex County Gas in Amesbury, MA, after 37 years of service. He was a friendly and a well-loved person by all. Always a smile on his face.As a husband and father there will always now be a piece of our heart missing. You are the best God could have given us. Rest now in Peace.Doug is survived by his loving wife, Maureen (Woidyla) Gove. Dedicated father to his children Doug, Jr. and his wife, Lisa Gove, Daniel and his wife Kristin Gove, and Maura Gove. Doug was a loving Grandpa to his granddaughters Amanda, Juliana, Meghan, and Keira Gove. He also leaves his special companion grand-dog Aijah. Doug was the son of the late Mildred and John Gove. He was 11 when his father died. Doug was loved by his stepfather, Ronald Prescott, who brought him up with his mom. Doug is survived by his brother Harvey and sister in-law, Lorraine Woidyla, as well as many loved nieces, nephews, and cousins. Doug was predeceased by his brother Stanley, and brother in-law Steven Woidyla.The family would like to thank the MGH Cancer Center, including Dr. Gao, Dr. McGovern, Roger, Amanda, Theresa in Oncology and Michael in Infusion.Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 16, in the Driscoll Funeral Home, 309 S. Main Street, Haverhill from 4 to 7 p.m. Services with Catholic Funeral Rites will be offered Friday in the funeral home beginning at 10 a.m. Interment will follow in St. Patrick Cemetery, Haverhill. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. Jude Childrens Hospital, or MGH Oncology. For guestbook, visit www.driscollcares.com.

Salem - Dorothy Hope Gordon (Keith) passed away on May 21, 2024, at the age of 95 in Salem, NH.She was born on January 15, 1929, in Andover, MA Dorothy, known for her love of sweets and time spent at the beach. She was an avid shopper who enjoyed playing 45's and cherished moments with her family.Dorothy had a fulfilling career at Raytheon, where she inspected missiles. She graduated from Punchard High School in the Class of 1948. She worshipped at Saint David's in Salem, NH.She is survived by her five daughters, Gayle Allen of Alabama, Joan Gordon of Salem NH, Patricia Rummler of Derry NH, Bonnie Sylvester, Cynthia Lira and husband Christopher Lira, all of Salem, NH. Dorothy had 14 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, and five great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alexander Gordon, sons-in-law, Gary Rummler and Ray Allen, and grandson Dennis Demers.A memorial service will be held on Friday, May 31, 2024, at 10 a.m. at Christ Church, 33 Central St, Andover, MA. Immediately followed by Graveside service at Spring Grove, 5 Spring Grove Road, Andover, MA. Following all services will be a celebration of life for Dorothy at Atkinson Country Club in Atkinson, New Hampshire. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Dorothy's name can be made to the American Cancer Society at Americancancersociety.com.To send a message of condolence to the family, please view the obituary at www.douglasandjohnson.com.

Derry - David Peter Girard, born on April 8th, 1953, peacefully departed this world on May 6th, 2024. He graduated from Tenney High School in 1970 and pursued his passion for floral design, owning a florist shop in Salem, NH. David, an avid fan of Diana Ross & the Supremes, found solace in their music. A devoted cat lover, he cherished the companionship of his feline friends. Despite health challenges, David remained resilient, inspiring others with his positivity. Since 2022, he resided at Pleasant Valley Nursing Center in Derry, NH. David is survived by his brother Frank Girard, Frank's husband Michael Greatchus, nephew Peter Girard, Peter's partner Sherry O'Leary, niece Sara Lively, and their families. A celebration of David's life will be held at a later date.

Concord - J. Alfred (Al) Gaudet passed away peacefully on May 1st, 2024 in Concord, NH after a short illness. Born on July 24, 1929 in Andover, MA where he lived for the majority of his life before moving to Pleasant View Retirement Community in Concord, NH.Born to Joseph A. and Jacqueline (Doucette) Gaudet, Al attended Central Catholic High School in Lawrence, MA graduating in 1949, Merrimack College, and Lowell Technical Institute where he earned an Associates Degree in Electronic Engineering. He served in the US Navy for two years as a 3rd Class Electrician Mate aboard the USS Fulton. After serving his country, Al worked as an engineer at Raytheon in Andover and ultimately Avco/Textron Industries in Wilmington, MA, which he retired from after a 30 year career.In 1952 he married Connie (Bonneau) Gaudet who predeceased him in 1992, together they had three children, including his daughter Denise Gaudet who also predeceased him in 2002. Al is survived by his children Briant Gaudet of Old Orchard Beach, ME, his wife Heather Andrews and sons Lane and Marcus Gaudet; and his daughter Michelle (Gaudet) Belskis of Hilton Head Island, SC, her husband Stephen Belskis and daughters Danielle and Callie Belskis. Al was predeceased by his brothers and sisters Raymond Gaudet, Meddy Gaudet, Catherine (Gaudet) Cardinal and Lucille (Gaudet) Abreu.Al was very blessed to have found love twice in his lifetime and in 1995 he married Vera Koromhas, also of Andover, MA at the time. Al and Vera enjoyed many years of travel, spent winter seasons in Gulf Shores, AL as well as a lake home in Northwood, NH. With his marriage to Vera, his family expanded to include her children, Justine (Koromhas) Olander of Westford, MA and her husband Doug and children Bennet and Zachary; William Koromhas of Littleton, MA and his wife Francineide Mota and their children, William and Annabriella, Eric Koromhas of Portsmouth, NH; Mark Koromhas and his wife, Claire Carman and their son Mager.Al was an avid golfer, and was a member of Far Corners Country Club in Boxford, MA and Loudon NH Country Club. He also enjoyed traveling to his parent's ancestral home of Prince Edward Island, Canada regularly in his younger years, camping, blueberry picking, extensive family cookout and holiday celebrations, including expansive lobster bakes.Al leaves several nieces and nephews; grandnieces and nephews, and many friends he made throughout his lifetime.A private graveside service will be held at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Andover. A Celebration of Life will be held on June 29th at Salvatores Restaurant in Lawrence, MA, at 12:30 p.m.

Clearwater - William F. ('Bill') Gallant, age 83, of Clearwater, FL and formerly of Lawrence, MA, passed away on Friday, May 3, 2024, at 83.Bill is survived by his partner of 35 years, Cathy Raschella of Clearwater, FL; his daughter, Kerri Bouchard Popp and her husband, Steve Popp of Derry, NH; his three sons: William F. (Bill) Gallant II and his wife, Cara Gallant, of Lawrence, MA., Gregory J. Gallant and his wife, Melissa Gallant of Salem, NH., and Christopher M. Gallant and his wife, Michelle Gallant, of Melrose, MA; his daughter-in-law, Erica Raschella Cook of Haverhill, MA and her husband, Chad Cook; and his grandchildren (Caitlyn, Crystal, Cassandra, Melody, Gregory Jr., Monica, Gabriella, Sophia, Victor, Isabella, and Ashley), and great-grandchildren.Bill was born in 1940, Lawrence, MA to Esther (Myers) Gallant. He was the brother of Robert L. Gallant and his wife Brenda Gallant of Indianapolis, IN and John ("Jack") Gallant (deceased), of La Crescenta, CA, uncle to many beloved nieces and nephews and leaves behind countless friends across the country. Bill graduated St. Augustine's in Tower Hill and then Central Catholic High School in 1958 with a full scholarship to Southern Illinois University (SIU). After returning home to work and take care of his mother, Bill enlisted in the United States Navy and was a very proud sailor on the U.S.S. Edisto, including to a tour to Antarctica, which had him stationed in Christchurch, New Zealand.Bill was an avid outdoorsman and athlete. After making the All-Star team in high-school and being on the diving team, earning a scholarship for football to SIU, Bill became an avid jogger for the rest of his life. Bill was also an avid hunter and fisher his entire life, and cherished his time playing competitive softball, basketball, and taking up hiking, swimming, snow-shoeing and scuba diving throughout his life. A doting father, Bill was also very involved in the athletics of his children, often coaching and/or mentoring their sports teams. Bill was an active participant at the Knights of Columbus in Andover, MA for many years, becoming a Grand Knight, and participating in charitable events and social events, including being a part of the 'Adventurers Club' Annual Trip which took Bill white-water rafting amongst other challenging physical endeavors.After briefly serving as a reserve police officer, Bill spent over 30 years in the insurance industry, eventually retiring when Bill focused on traveling the country with Cathy in their RV and eventually moving to Clearwater, FL, to spend time kayaking, rollerblading, and again enjoying the outdoors together. Bill's most recent outdoor passion was metal detecting; contributing countless hours to searching for lost jewelry and family heirlooms of others.A larger-than-life presence, Bill will be greatly missed by all of his friends and family.

Seabrook - John Edward Ford, 94, of Seabrook, NH, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.Born on August 23, 1929, he was the son of the late Edward and Anna (Reynolds) Ford.John was born and raised in Lawrence, MA. He attended Lowell Tech and Northeast University, where he received his degree in Civil Engineering. John proudly served in the United States Army, when he returned home he began to work for the State of Massachusetts. He was a very skilled laborer and surveyor and built many bridges in Boston. John loved his family more than anything and was the greatest Father to his 4 daughters. He was always there to listen, give advice, lend a helping hand and drop whatever he was doing to help.In his free time he enjoyed gardening, and was well known for growing tomatoes and giving them to all of his neighbors. He was an animal lover and enjoyed golf, being an avid member at the Merrimack Golf Club where he made many friends. John bought and settled down in his beach house in Seabrook, NH, he loved the beach and wanted a special place for family gatherings and his loved ones to enjoy.Along with his parents, John is pre-deceased by his beloved wife, Elsie O. (Duemmling) Ford and by his beloved daughters; Diane Farelli and Linda Ferraro.He will be dearly missed and is survived by his loving daughters, Kathy A. Ford of Seabrook, NH and Donna A. True and her husband, Richard of Methuen, MA. He is also survived by his sister, Catherine Archer of Lutz, FL, his nephew, Sean Archer and his partner Brenda Kocsis, his son-in-law, Michael Farelli of Methuen, MA, as well as his 6 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and six great-great-grandchildren.Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend calling hours on Monday, May 13, 2024 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Cataudella Funeral Home, 126 Pleasant Valley Street, Methuen, MA. A funeral Mass will take place on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 11 a.m. at St. Lucy Parish, 254 Merrimack St., Methuen, MA. Burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery in Methuen.