Read recent and archived obituaries and memorial notices from Andover Townsman. (2024)

Cornelius McCarthy 1936 - 2024Boxford - Cornelius Joseph McCarthy, a beloved husband, father, and pillar of the Merrimack Valley community, passed away peacefully at his home in Boxford, MA on July 10, 2024, at the age of 88. Born in Methuen, MA, Cornelius was the son of the late George J. McCarthy and Bertha McCarthy, and brother of the late...Obituary
Debby Moggio 1945 - 2024Ocean Park - Debby Ann (Ferran) Moggio died at home early June 28, according to her plan and wishes. She went into it happily and went out of it peacefully. She was 78. Daughter of Archibald and Dora Ferran, Debby was born and raised in West Concord, MA. She graduated from Concord-Carlisle High School, Class of '63...Obituary
Mae Judge 1932 - 2024Lawrence - Mae Aplin Murray Judge, life-long resident of Andover-North Andover, died Friday, June 28, 2024, after a brief illness. Mae was born in North Andover on April 27, 1932, and was welcomed into this world by her parents, John and Beatrice (Aplin) Murray, and elder sister Bea. Mae attended North Andover...Obituary
Donna Ellsworth 1933 - 2024Claremont - Donna Cameron Ellsworth, formerly of Andover, passed away on July 4, 2024 at the age of 91. Donna, the daughter of Catherine and Daniel Cameron, was born and raised in Worcester, MA. After attending Bancroft School in Worcester, she graduated from Centenary University in New Jersey. After marrying, she...Obituary
Maureen Milne 1937 - 2024Andover - Maureen A. Milne, a life-long resident of Andover, passed away at the High Pointe Hospice House in Haverhill on Friday evening, July 5, 2024. She was 87 years old. Born in Lawrence, MA, on June 29, 1937, she was the beloved daughter of the late Walter D. and Rosemary (Doyle) Milne. Maureen was retired from...Obituary
Joseph Curley 1930 - 2024Andover - Joseph "Jay" Daniel Curley of Andover, MA and formerly of North Andover, MA and Wellesley, MA, passed away on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Loving husband to the late Liz Zeller Curley and son of Joseph D. Curley and Grace S. Curley, Jay was raised in Riverside, CT, where he graduated from the Brunswick School...Obituary
George Pomerantz 1934 - 2023Andover - Dr. George Martin Pomerantz, age 89, of Andover, MA, passed away on September 7, 2023, following complications from Parkinson's disease. Born in Gloversville, New York, to Max and Rose Pomerantz, George was known for his sense of humour and deep love of his family and home. George graduated from...Obituary
Betty Boudreau 1933 - 2024Haverhill - Betty A. (Sheeley) Boudreau, 91, a lifelong Andover resident, died on July 3. She was the only child of Russell and Clare (Martini) Sheeley. Betty grew up in Shawsheen Village and lived close to her numerous cousins, aunts and uncles. Some of her favorite childhood memories were playing with her cousins...Obituary
Lawrence Looney 1938 - 2024Rancho Palos Verdes - Lawrence Joseph Looney, 86, died at home in Palos Verdes Estates, California, surrounded by his loving family on June 11, 2024. Larry was a longtime resident of Andover, Massachusetts, and most recently lived near his daughters in Mercer Island, Washington and Southern California. Larry spent...Obituary
John McCuskerYarmouthport - John Wilson McCusker, 82, of Yarmouthport, MA, and previously Santa Fe, NM, died peacefully in Hingham, MA, following complications of Parkinson's Disease. Known for his fun-loving personality, keen wit, and love of travel and dogs, he lived a full and adventurous life, highlighted by many deep and...Obituary
Rosalye Yashek 1928 - 2024Wyomissing - Rosalye L. Yashek (nee Levine) passed away on June 15, 2024, at the age of 95 in Wyomissing, PA. She was born on September 26, 1928, in New York City, NY, the daughter of the late Samuel and Victoria Levine. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard J. Yashek. Rosalye is survived by her...Obituary
Mrs. Antoinette Lord 1946 - 2024Andover - Mrs. Antoinette E. (DeVellis) Lord, a longtime resident of Andover, Massachusetts, beloved wife of Robert H. Lord and mother of Robert M. Lord and his wife Laura, and loving sister of Thomas DeVellis and his wife Patricia, passed away on Monday, June 17, 2024. She was 78 years old. Born in Somerville,...Obituary
Mrs. Dorothy Fortuna 1939 - 2024Andover - Mrs. Dorothy T. (Riccio) Fortuna, a longtime resident of Andover and beloved wife of Edward L. Fortuna, passed away at the Lawrence General Hospital on Friday, June 7, 2024. She was 85-years-old. Born in Cambridge, MA, on February 20, 1939, she was the beloved daughter of the late George and Adelina...Obituary
Nancy DanielsN. Andover - Nancy Daniels died after a quiet period of hospice in N. Andover. She was the proud mother of four children, predeceased by her husband of 40 years, Atty. Al Daniels, Town Counsel of Andover for many years, and her youngest son, Bryant, who died unexpectedly in California; son, Alfred of Boston and...Obituary
Linda Rubenstein 1946 - 2024Andover - Linda H. (Hanson) Rubenstein aka "Linny", a longtime resident of Andover, MA and beloved wife of Peter P. Rubenstein, passed away from a brief illness at the Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital on Monday June 3, 2024. Born in Salisbury, Maryland on October 21,1946, she was the beloved daughter of the...Obituary
Richard O'Hara, MD 1930 - 2023Stuart - Richard Sheridan O'Hara, MD, was born in New York City, August 3, 1930, to Mabel and Thomas O'Hara. Raised in Pelham Manor, NY, he spent his professional life in Andover, MA, retiring to Osterville, MA and Palm City FL. Dick was involved in scouting, receiving the coveted Eagle Scout Award. At Pelham HS, he...Obituary
Richard Munroe 1932 - 2024North 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...Obituary
Mr. Roland Bibeau 1929 - 2024Andover - Roland A. Bibeau peacefully passed away June 3, 2024. He was born in Lawrence MA to Wilfrid and Aurore Bibeau and grew up in Sacred Heart Parish and the French-Canadian community. Roland graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1947. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean conflict. He worked as...Obituary
Nancy Powers 1962 - 2024Andover - 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;...Obituary
Frances Hennessey 1945 - 2024Andover - 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...Obituary
Wayne Fillback 1936 - 2024Andover - Fillback, Wayne E., age 87, of Andover, MA passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at home, surrounded by his loving family following a courageous battle with cancer. Wayne was born on October 5, 1936 in Westfield, MA to the late Waino R. Fillback and Loretta (Dauphin) Fillback and grew up in Portland, CT....Obituary
Anne Morrissey 1942 West Newbury - Anne L. Morrissey, "Annie", 82 years of age, from Malden, MA, passed away bravely and peacefully at her home in West Newbury, MA. The world became a brighter place after Anne was born to John and Marjorie Crosdale on February 8, 1942, in Melrose, MA. Anne attended public schools and graduated, class...Obituary
Susan Wolf Ratyna8th Year Remembrance In Loving Memory Of Susan Wolf Ratyna March 3, 1951 - May 2, 2016 Loving and kind in all of her ways, upright and just to the end of her days; Sincere and true in heart and mind, a beautiful memory she left behind. Sadly missed by her husband Ed, and all her family and friendsIn Memoriam
Joan Hegarty 1935 - 2024Andover - 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...Obituary
Mr. Warren Stone 1932 - 2024Andover, 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...Obituary
Mary Halbach 1932 - 2024Fort Myers - Mary Moore Halbach, 92, of Fort Myers, FL, passed away on April 23, 2024. Mary was born on January 1, 1932, in Lawrence, MA to parents Hugh and Lillian (Fielding) Moore. She grew up in Lawrence and attended that city's schools, graduating from Lawrence High School with high honors in 1950. She then...Obituary
Mr. Phidias Dantos 1933 - 2024Hanover, New Hampshire, Formerly Andover - Mr. Phidias G. Dantos, of Hanover, New Hampshire, and cherished husband of Alice (Norris) Dantos,. Born in Andover, Massachusetts, on January 27, 1933, he was the adored son of the late George and Evgenia (Gounaris) Dantos. Phidias graduated from Punchard High School in...Obituary
Patricia Edmonds 1931 - 2024North Andover - Patricia Hope Edmonds, retired Secretary of the Academy at Phillips Academy in Andover, has died, aged 92. Born in Philadelphia, PA, in 1931, to Edwin Irving Hope and Helen Ahrnke Hope, she grew up in Wellesley, MA and attended local schools. As a young girl she began long involvement with Fleur de...Obituary
Robert Innes 1937 - 2024Andover - Dad was born in Methuen, Massachusetts on August 2, 1937. He was raised on Haggetts Pond Road in Andover by his parents, Andrew and Grace Innes. He spent his entire life in Andover. In his early years, he worked summer jobs on the farms of West Andover. In the early 1950's, He attended Phillips Academy in...Obituary
Paul Dow, Jr. 1927 - 2024Andover - Paul C. Dow, Jr of Andover, MA, passed away on April 8, 2024 surrounded by his family at the age of 97. Paul was born to Paul C. Dow, Sr and Dorothy Cushing Dow in Melrose, MA on March 31, 1927. He was raised in Melrose, Rockport, and Danvers, where he attended Holten High School. He entered the Milliard...Obituary
William-Ernesto Martin 1970 - 2024Bolton - William-Ernesto "Bill" Martin of Bolton, MA passed away peacefully on March 31, 2024, with his family lovingly by his side. Bill was born on December 28, 1970, to devoted parents William and Laura Martin of Andover, MA. He is survived by his daughter, Neve Martin, whom he affectionately called "Bucko,"...Obituary
Elinor Bromberg 1941 - 2024Andover - Elinor "Ellie" J. Bromberg of Andover passed away peacefully on April 4, at 82 years of age. Devoted daughter of the late Ethel and Sam Sherman. For 25 years, she was the loving wife of Herb Bromberg, who passed away in 1993. She will be pleasantly greeted by her "one true love", her " number 1", who she...Obituary
Dr. J. David Davis 1933 - 2023Andover - Dr. J. David Davis, beloved husband, father, grandfather, professor, coach, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on December 10, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. He was 90 years old, having lived one decade for each inning of his favorite pastime. "Doc" as he was affectionately known, wasn't...Obituary
Gina Murray 1960 - 2024Andover - Gina Murray, 63, of Andover, passed away on March 29, 2024 following a courageous battle with cancer, at Bear Mountain in Andover surrounded by her loving family. Gina was born on August 22,1960, in Kingston NY, to James and Viginia (Fiore) Martin. Gina grew up in Eddyville NY, working in the family...Obituary
Mrs. Kathleen Sheehy 1933 - 2024Andover - Mrs. Kathleen C. (Mahoney) Sheehy, a longtime resident of Andover and beloved wife of the late Augustine P. "Gus" Sheehy, passed away following a long illness at the Nevins Nursing Center in Methuen on Sunday morning, March 17, 2024. She was 90 years old. Kathleen was born in Chicopee, MA on April 2, 1933,...Obituary
Mary Morell 1931 - 2023Fairfield Glade - Mary Catherine Morell (Roegner) (1931-2023) Mary, oldest of three, was born in Rochester, MI, on May 4, to Florence (Axford) and Herman Roegner. Mary graduated from Saint Clair High and earned a BA from Western Michigan University. Mary and Clement Morell married on August 18, 1956. They lived and...Obituary
Stephen McKittrick 1942 - 2024Clearwater - To visit online obituary visit www.SylvanAbbey.com Sylvan Abbey Funeral HomeObituary
Lillian Hobausz 1928 - 2024Sunapee - Lillian Spillane Hobausz died suddenly on February 21, 2024, in Sunapee, NH, at the age of 95. Lillian Hobausz was born on March 12, 1928 in Dracut, MA. She was the daughter of Maurice and Lillian (Scarlett) Spillane, and after she graduated from high school, Lillian worked at various secretarial jobs...Obituary
Steven Druth 1964 - 2024Houston - Steven Druth, formerly of Andover, MA, passed away surrounded by loved ones on February 26, 2024. Steven was born May 5, 1964, to Marcia (Rubin) and Gerald Druth. Steven will be deeply missed by his wife, Tina Borges-Druth, his children, Alec and Emma (Lam) Druth, and Aliya Victoriya Druth and her partner...Obituary
Geraldine (Dion) Okrainitz 1930 - 2023Hadera, Israel - Geraldine (Dion) Okrainitz 92 of Andover died on September 16 2023. Geri was born on October 4 1930 to Harry and Anna Kaplan of Brookline, MA and attended Vassar College. Geri was a resident of Andover where she raised her four sons. Besides her parents she was predeceased by her husband, Noach...Obituary
Jean Comstock 1942 - 2024Andover - Jean Comstock passed away on January 22, 2024 at the age of 81. She was born to Wendell and Verna White on June 28, 1942 and grew up in Cape Elizabeth, ME. Jean attended Wheelock College in Boston and earned her B.A. in Early Childhood Education in 1964. After graduation, Jean taught 3rd grade before...Obituary
Thomas Glynn 1939 - 2024Andover - Thomas J. Glynn, 84 of Andover passed away peacefully on Friday, February 2, 2024 with his loving family by his side. Born in Waltham, MA, he was the son of the late John and Julia (Hagan) Glynn. Tom was a graduate of St. Mary's High School in Waltham and earned his BSEE from Northeastern University. As an...Obituary
Richard Merola 1936 - 2024Andover - Richard A. Merola, 87, of Andover, passed away peacefully at his home with his loving family at his side. Richard was born November 16, 1936, in Evertte MA to the late Nicholas and Vera (Venerie) Merola. Richard served with the Coast Guard Reserve and loved being on the water. After moving to Andover, he...Obituary
John CelestinoLewiston - John R. Celestino, 63, of Lewiston, NY entered into rest on Friday January 26, 2024. Born in Philadelphia, PA he was the son of Natalina (Cileone) Celestino and the late Nevio Anthony Celestino. John was a graduate of St. Joe's Prep in Philadelphia, PA class of 1978. He then went on to graduate from...Obituary
Roberta Brodie 1944 - 2024Andover - Roberta C. (Bobbi) Brodie of Andover, born October 24, 1944, passed away peacefully February 4th, 2024 surrounded by loving family. Bobbi, a native of Lawrence, MA, was the daughter of William and Sonya Cohen. Growing up she loved spending summers with her grandmother, Siryl Rabinowitz Cohen, on her farm...Obituary
Joseph Bardetti 1966 - 2024Andover - Joseph B. Bardetti of Andover died peacefully on January 24th. He spent his last few days surrounded by family and friends, a gift they will always cherish. Joe, affectionately "Joby" to those who knew him from childhood, was born the life of the party on December 6th, 1966 and later dubbed the one "most...Obituary
Myron Tucker 1935 - 2024Andover - Myron (Mike) A. Tucker, age 88, passed away after a long illness on January 23, 2024 in Andover, MA. He was born to Mollie and Reuben Tucker in Boston, MA. He was a graduate of Boston University and active in leadership positions in the textbook and magazine publishing industry. He was involved in his...Obituary
Mr. Francis Dowd, Jr. 1966 - 2024Andover - Mr. Francis Joseph Dowd, Jr., a lifelong resident of Andover, passed away at his home on Wednesday afternoon, January 17, 2024. He was 57 years old. Mr. Dowd was a graduate of Andover High School. He was employed as a Liquor Store Salesman and Wine Taster, for many years. In his spare time, Francis enjoyed...Obituary
Georgia Stanley 1933 - 2023Andover - Georgia Elizabeth Stanley, 90 and a life-long Andover resident, passed away on December 30, 2023 at Bear Mountain Skilled Nursing in Andover. Georgia was born on March 25, 1933, the only child of George A. and Priscilla Cutler Stanley. She lived a good portion of her life at 61 Porter Road, an iconic...Obituary
Charles Conlon, Jr. 1927 - 2024Bedford - It is with a heavy heart we announce the passing of Charles Michael Conlon Jr. He was 96 years old. Born November 22, 1927 in Lawrence, MA, to Charles Michael Conlon Sr. and Gabrielle G. Higginbottom. Charlie grew up in Lawrence with his two brothers, Eugene of Salem, NH and Daniel of Peabody, MA. He...Obituary
Jeanne DeLisio 2023Andover - Jeanne "Jeannie" Patrice (DuCett) DeLisio, of Andover, MA, passed peacefully at her youthful age of 98, after a brief illness, at her home, as she always wished, and with her loving, devoted family gathered around at her bedside. Jeanne was born in Revere, MA to parents Jeanne B. (DuCett) Crowley and Earle...Obituary
Grace Carr 1935 - 2023Charlotte - Grace Adamson Carr, 88, of Charlotte, NC passed away on December 25, 2023 surrounded by her loving family while celebrating Christmas. Grace was born on October 19, 1935 in Dundee, Scotland, the daughter of the late Thomas Scott Smith Adamson and Williamina Adamson (née Grindle). She and her late...Obituary
Regina Sullivan 1934 - 2023Bedford - Regina Ann Sullivan of Bedford, NH, formerly of Andover, MA, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2023, at the age of 89. Born on February 6, 1934, in Medford, MA. Regina was the only child of Regina (Welch) and Francis Fitzpatrick. Affectionately known as "Mom", "Tootsie", and "Gigi" to her family. She...Obituary
Timothy E. Haarmann SR 1945 - 2023Wolfeboro - Timothy E. Haarmann (78) passed away peacefully after three years of living courageously with cancer on December 20, 2023, surrounded by his family. Tim was born on November 17, 1945 to Carl and Elizabeth (Lynch) Haarmann in Holyoke, MA. He graduated from Holyoke Catholic High School and received a...Obituary
John Heislein 1930 - 2023Andover - John Thomas (Tom) Heislein formally of Andover, MA passed away on December 15,2023 at Edgewood Retirement Community in North Andover, MA. Tom was born February 11,1930 in Rochester, NY, the son of Harry P. Heislein and Muriel Catherine (Popp) Heislein. He originally was a resident of Irondequoit, NY and...Obituary
Janet Warner 1939 - 2023Fort Myers - Janet Warner, 84, former long-time North Andover resident, recently of Fort Myers, Fl., passed away Monday, December 11, 2023. Janet, wife of Dan Warner, former Eagle-Tribune editor, also wrote a food column for the Tribune under the pseudonym Nancy Reed. Janet also served as youth minister for First...Obituary
Evelyn A. Mullen 1927 - 2023North Eastham - Evelyn A. Mullen, 96, died Monday, December 11, 2023 at Cape Cod Hospital. She was born in Andover, MA on June 23, 1927 to the late Benjamin L. and Stephanie (Smith) Locke. Evelyn attended Andover public schools and was the salutatorian of her Punchard High class of 1944. She was employed for over 35...Obituary
Mr. Thomas O'Brien 1948 - 2023Andover - Mr. Thomas J. O'Brien, a longtime resident of Andover and beloved husband of the late Regina C. (Pelletier) O'Brien, passed away at his home on Thursday morning, December 7, 2023. He was 75-years-old. Born in Boston, MA, he was the beloved son of the late George D. and Margaret M. (Burke) O'Brien. In his...Obituary
Mr. Elmer Kountze 1937 - 2023Andover - In Loving Memory of Elmer 'Al' John Kountze It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Elmer 'Al' John Kountze, aged 85, on December 6, 2023. He departed surrounded by his loving family at the Wingate Residences in Needham, MA. Born on December 18, 1937, Elmer was a cherished son of...Obituary
Attorney Robert Kelley 1947 - 2023Andover - Attorney Robert F. Kelley of Andover, MA, died peacefully and surrounded by family on November 30, 2023. Bob was born in Lawrence, MA on April 26, 1947, the youngest child of Edward T. and Winifred (Taffe) Kelley. He was a graduate of Central Catholic High School, Merrimack College, and Suffolk University...Obituary
Mr. Joseph Madden 1932 - 2023Newmarket, formerly Andover - Mr. Joseph Paul Madden, a resident of the Pines of Newmarket Assisted Living in Newmarket, NH, Andover resident since 1975 and beloved husband of Cynthia (Radack) Madden, passed away at his home on Thursday morning, November 2, 2023. He was 91-years-old. Born in Providence, R.i, he was...Obituary
Joan Wilde 1932 - 2023Andover - Barbara Joan Wilde, 91, of Andover, died Wednesday, November 29, 2023, at Lawrence General Hospital. She was born in Lawrence, MA to the late Herbert T. and Barbara E. (Martin) Wild of North Andover. After graduating from Johnson High in North Andover, Joan attended Art School in Boston during which time...Obituary
Rita Beatrice (Couto) Petrella November 4San Diego - Dr. Rita Beatrice (Couto) Petrella of San Diego, CA, passed away peacefully on November 4 at the age of 85, surrounded by the love of her family. Born and raised in Lawrence, Rita was the only daughter of Anthony (who emigrated from the Azores) and Beatrice (Silva) and grew up under the influence of a...Obituary
Todd Minot 1976 - 2023Andover - Todd Jeremy Minot, 46, passed away on Thursday, November 23rd, 2023. He was born in Elmira, New York on December 3, 1976, to Michael and Janice (Fleming) Minot. He spent his early childhood in Corning and Canton, New York, and Wilmington, North Carolina. Todd moved with his family to Andover, Massachusetts...Obituary
Gary VanDoren 1938 - 2023North Andover - Gary L VanDoren, 85, of North Andover died Tuesday, September 26, 2023 at The Meadows of Edgewood, North Andover, MA. Gary was born in Hayes, Kansas on September 1, 1938 to Charles and Hollis (Barnhauser) VanDoren. When Gary was young the family moved to Amarillo, Texas where he was raised. He...Obituary
Eleanor Ethridge 1940 - 2023Andover - Eleanor Percy Taft Ethridge, 83, of Andover, MA, died November 2, of injuries sustained in a fall while picking flowers at her home in the Stone Hill community. Eleanor was a kind soul who cared deeply about the welfare of people and animals. She was active in the Civil Rights Movement in the 1960s. A...Obituary
Joseph WennikNewbury - Joseph was born in Andover, MA as the first-born child of Harold and Fernande Wennik of Andover. Joe was an altar boy, excellent student, varsity athlete at Phillips Andover Academy and Yale University, from where he graduated with a degree in American Studies. He served in the US States army for 4 years...Obituary
Joseph Broderick 1950 - 2023Andover - Joseph T. Broderick, 72, of Andover, died peacefully on November 19, 2023, at Massachusetts General Hospital after a brief illness. Joseph was born on December 7, 1950, in Lawerence, Massachusetts, the son of the late John J. Broderick and Helen L. Broderick. He is survived by his sister, Barbara A....Obituary
Susan (Sue) Tucker 1944 - 2023Andover - Predeceased by sons, Mark and David. Survived by Mike Tucker, loving husband of 57 years. The love of my life. Memorial Service to be held at a later date.Obituary
Frances Herron 1928 - 2023Andover - Frances L. (Agard) Herron, A longtime resident of Andover, passed away at Lawrence General Hospital on Thursday evening. November. 9, 2023 She was 95-years-old. Born in Elmwood. Ct., she was the younger daughter of Paul A. Agard and Grace (Pascoe) Agard. She attended Manchester high school in Manchester,...Obituary
Julianna "Jewels" Pasho-Melendez 1999 - 2023Andover - Julianna "Jewels" Novena Pasho-Melendez, a lifelong resident of Andover and beloved daughter of Lisa Pasho, Ramon Pasho, and Juan Melendez, passed away at the Lawrence General Hospital in Lawrence on Friday, November 3, 2023. She was 24 years old. Julianna was born in Haverhill, MA on September 25, 1999. A...Obituary
Philip Dennett 1921 - 2023North Andover - Philip L. Dennett, age 102, died in North Andover, MA on November 5, 2023. He was a longtime resident of Andover and North Andover, MA and was the husband of Virginia D. Dennett for 68 years. Phil was a graduate of Boston University and worked as a Certified Public Accountant in Massachusetts for 10...Obituary
Beth Barwick 1951 - 2023North Andover - Beth Barwick, 72, of North Andover, MA, passed away on October 30, 2023. Beth was celebrated for her humor, beauty, and intelligence. She loved the ocean, music, and art. Beth was born in Poughkeepsie, NY and attended New York University Dental School graduating as a dental assistant. She worked for...Obituary
Marc Tumas 1943 - 2023Andover - Marc L. Tumas, 79, of Andover, peacefully passed away in his residence on October 19, 2023. Born in Lowell, MA, Marc was the beloved son of Lionel and Jeanne (Heroux) Tumas. Marc's truest joy in life came from his family and friends. He leaves behind his sister, Jaye Niemaszyk, who shared in the tapestry...Obituary
Anthony Tiberii 1940 - 2023Salem - Tiberii, Anthony J "Tony" Age 83 of Salem, NH, passed away surrounded by family on October 18, 2023 Born in Arlington, MA on April 11, 1940, to the late Anthony and Ermini Tiberii. Tony graduated from Arlington High School in the class of 1958, and Babson College in 1961. Tony was a Veteran of the US Navy...Obituary
Barbara Gannon 1929 - 2023Andover - Barbara Lee (Selden) Gannon, 94, of Andover, passed away October 18, 2023, surrounded by the love and admiration of her large family. She was the beloved wife and treasured companion of the late Richard (Dick) E. Gannon for 62 years. Born to Louis and Eva (Freeman) Selden, Barbara spent her youth in...Obituary
Paul Caiazza 1978 - 2023Port St. Lucie - Paul Michael Caiazza, 44, of Port Saint Lucie, FL, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2023 at Treasure Coast Hospice. Paul was born on October 12, 1978, the beloved husband of Mary Caiazza. He was the son of the late John Caiazza and Josephine Caiazza. One of the happiest days of Paul's life...Obituary
Gunter Sonntag 1943 - 2023Andover - With great sadness, we announce the passing of Gunter Braida Sonntag (age 80) on Monday, September 25, 2023. Recently residing at Ashland Farm in North Andover, MA, and East Kingston, NH, and for 40 years in Amesbury and Andover, MA, he was the beloved husband of Mary Jane to whom he was married for 54...Obituary
Paul Hickman 1942 - 2023Andover - Paul Hickman, 81, of Andover, MA passed away peacefully on September 23, 2023, after a short battle with lung cancer. Paul was born in Flushing, New York on May 29, 1942, to Herman Charles Hickman and Eleanor (Smigelski) Hickman and grew up in Glendale, New York. He graduated in 1959 from Bishop Loughlin...Obituary
Robert Webster 1932 - 2023Tyngsboro - Robert E. Webster, 90, of Tyngsboro, MA and Carefree, AZ passed away on August 31, 2023 while traveling in France with his partner, Karen Donahue. Born on November 11, 1932 to Warren and Abbie Webster in Exeter, NH, he attended Sanborn Seminary, graduated from the University of New Hampshire with a...Obituary
Gail Renaud 1943 - 2023Andover - Gail Frances Renaud of Andover, who spent her life helping and making connections with people, died Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2023, in Haverhill, with her best friend Phyllis Ricker and Betty Ann Langlais by her side. She was 80 years old. She worked for the IRS in Andover until in 1999 and spent the next 25...Obituary
Matthew La Rochelle 1951 - 2023Galveston - Matthew J. La Rochelle, 71, died in his home in Galveston after a short illness on September 2,2023. He grew up in Andover, the son of the late Raymond and Clare La Rochelle. He attended St. Augustines's School and graduated from Andover High (Class of 1969) and Western Colorado University. Most of his...Obituary
Katherine Lambert 1927 - 2023Simbury - Katherine (Burr) Lambert, known as "Kit," died August 26, 2023, in Simsbury, CT, with her long-time aide Cynthia Russell at her side. Kit was born October 30, 1927, in Pasadena, CA, the youngest daughter of the Rev. Dr. Holland F. and Katherine Hoskins Burr. She was also predeceased by her siblings...Obituary
JoAnn Samra 1934 - 2023Fort Lauderdale - JoAnn passed away on August 5th in the presence of her sister's, and niece. She is survived by her two sisters, niece, two nephews, as well as one grand nephew. She was born in Boston, MA to Charles and Anna Samra. They moved to Manchester New Hampshire, and JoAnn became an integral part of her...Obituary
Penny Ericson 1965 Gloucester - It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Penny Jean Ericson, a resident of Gloucester, Massachusetts, who left us far too soon. She passed away peacefully in August, leaving an irreplaceable void in the hearts of her family and friends. Born on Thanksgiving Day, November 25, 1965, in...Obituary
Maura King Scully 1966 - 2023Woodstock - Maura King Scully passed away peacefully on August 25, 2023, at home in Woodstock, Vt, with family and close friends by her side. Maura was adamant that she did not battle cancer, that she was not a warrior. Instead, she said that breast cancer appeared. They tangoed and wrestled, but mostly they just...Obituary
Lewis Koravos 1948 - 2023Andover - Lewis Thomas Koravos peacefully passed on September 2nd, 2023, surrounded by his loving family in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Lewis was born on July 15, 1948, in Lowell, MA to the late Thomas and the late Stella (Martakos) Koravos. Lewis and his sister, Olivia, grew up in Andover, Massachusetts helping at the...Obituary
Candee Siracusa 1953 - 2023Londonderry - Candee Lee Siracusa, 70, of Londonderry, NH, passed away Monday August 28, 2023, in Parkland Medical Center in Derry, NH surrounded by loved ones. Candee was born on June 23, 1953, in Stoneham, MA, a daughter of the late William and Dolores (Colman) Thomas. Candee is survived by her loving husband,...Obituary
Scott Stephens 2023Andover - Scott D. Stephens, age 57, of Andover, passed away peacefully at home Friday, August 11, 2023, with his family by his side. Born in Somerville, Scott was the beloved son of Carrol E. (McKay) Stephens of Andover and the late Douglas Stephens. Scott lived in Burlington and moved to Andover when he was six. ...Obituary
Georgette Foresta 1955 - 2023Maynard - Georgette M. (Richard) Foresta, age 68, of Maynard, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 3, 2023. Georgette was born in Methuen, MA, on February 24, 1955, daughter of the late George J. and Helen (Trakimas) Richard. Family was most important to Georgette. She loved cooking for family and friends,...Obituary
ROBERT PALERMO JR. 1961 - 2023CLEARWATER - Robert J. Palermo, Jr. 62 of Clearwater FL, formery of Plaistow NH, passed away Friday May 26, 2023, in Tampa, FL. He was born in Lawrence, MA, March 7, 1961 to Robert Sr. and Joan (Donahue) both preceding him in death along with sister Karen. Robert had an unwavering thirst for knowledge, he held...Obituary
Margaret Reilly 1929 - 2023Andover - Peggy Reilly died at home on August 2, 2023 after a short illness. She was born Margaret Ann Wallace in Andover, Massachusetts on October 15, 1929. Her parents were Alexander and Alice Wallace, as well as older sisters Lillian and Elizabeth (Betty), all of whom emigrated from Aberdeenshire, Scotland to...Obituary
Mr. William Walsh 1942 - 2023Andover - Mr. William E. Walsh, a longtime resident of Andover and beloved husband of Susan C. (Emslie) Walsh passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 29, 2023. He was born on August 11, 1942, the son of the late William E. and Ann (Clark) Walsh. He is survived by his sisters; Mary Holland of Gorham, Maine, Barbara...Obituary
Frederic Pease, Jr. 1927 - 2023Brunswick - Frederic Arnold Pease, Jr. died peacefully on July 11, 2023, in Brunswick, Maine. Frederic was born in Pittsfield, MA on May 23, 1927, son of Frederic Arnold Pease and Ruth Ensign Pease. Fred graduated from Phillips Exeter Academy, Yale University, Union Theological Seminary and Andover Newton...Obituary
James Fisk 1930 - 2023Andover - James H. Fisk, 92, died peacefully at home [date] after several months of declining health. He was born in Evanston, Illinois, in December 1930 and raised in Minnesota as the sixth of seven siblings, all of whom predeceased him. In 1957, he married Ruth Ellen Abbey, a beautiful and whip smart 19-year-old...Obituary
Thomas McLaughlin 2023Centreville - Thomas McLaughlin, 71, of Centreville, VA and previously of Andover, MA, died 7/10/23 after a very long battle with dementia. He is now at peace. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Gail Sendecke, two children, Paul McLaughlin and Emily Pierce of Virginia and a sister, Susan, of New Hampshire, and...Obituary
Robert Shurman 1941 - 2023Andover - It is with heavy hearts, we announce the loss of Robert "Butchie" Shurman, a beloved father, husband, and friend, who passed away on June 27, 2023. His absence leaves a void in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him. For 43 years, he was the cherished husband of Geraldine "Dede" (Driscoll)...Obituary
Charles Reid Jr. 1922 - 2023Peabody - Charles (Budd) was a lifelong resident of Peabody. He passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on June 20, 2023. He was 100 years old. He graduated from Peabody High School and was a WWII Army medic who served as a surgical technician at the 155th General Hospital in Great Malvern, England. He...Obituary
Dr. Clive Dalby 1935 - 2023Andover - Dr. Clive D. Dalby, 88, of Andover, MA, and Maine, passed away peacefully June 27, 2023, at his home with his family at his side, after a period of declining health. He was born in Sheffield, England to Ernest and Minnie (Dearlove) Dalby. A practicing physician for 65 years, Dr. Dalby helped thousands of...Obituary
Jennifer Strong 1977 - 2023North Reading - Jennifer Strong, of North Reading, passed away on Friday, June 30th, 2023 at the age of 45. Born in Winchester, she is the beloved daughter of the late Douglas and Anne (Tessier) Strong. Jennifer grew up in North Reading and was a graduate of North Reading High School. She then attended Westfield...Obituary
Russell Schmuhl 1945 - 2023Aurora - Russell Schmuhl passed away after a battle with cancer on June 5, 2023. Russ was a loving husband, brother, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend. He is survived by his wife, Sandy, his daughters, Kristen Kumar (Arvind), Sarah Vander Zanden(Jed), Gwen Pojasek (Andy); his son, Aaryn Schmuhl (Stacey) and...Obituary
Louis Mirisola 1934 - 2023Eliot - Louis G. Mirisola, 89, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his beloved family on Friday, June 16, 2023. Louis was born in South Boston; his family then moved to Andover, MA. He and his wife Marguerite (Carelli) Mirisola, whom he was devoted to for 66 loving years, raised their family of seven...Obituary
Mr. Dermot Kelly 1952 - 2023Andover - Mr. Dermot J. Kelly, a longtime resident of Andover, passed away at the Lahey Clinic Medical Center in Burlington on Thursday, June 8, 2023; he was 71 years old. Born in Camden, N.J., he was the son of the late Kevin and Stella (McNeill) Kelly. Dermot was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and...Obituary
Thomas Hudkins 1952 - 2023Andover - Thomas Raymond Hudkins, 70, of Andover, MA, passed away on June 14, 2023, after a long battle with prostate cancer. Born in Summit, NJ, on July 8, 1952, he was the son of the late Robert and Reine (Levesque) Hudkins. Tom, known as Hud by many, was a proud New Jerseyite, living there for over half his...Obituary
William Lowe 1946 - 2023Tewksbury - Colonel William "Corky" Lowe, USArmy, Retired, storyteller and traveler, laid down his pen on May 24, 2023 in Harrisonburg, VA, due to complications from a motor vehicle accident. Corky was born in Jacksonville, FL in 1946, and most recently resided in Tewksbury, Massachusetts since 2020. His was a life...Obituary
Lorraine Fournier 1942 - 2023Cape Neddick - Lorraine I. Fournier, 80, formerly of Andover, MA, passed away on Sunday, June 18, 2023. She was born July 21, 1942 in Lawrence, MA a daughter of the late Gerard and Anita (Daigle) Mignault. She was predeceased by her husband, Jean R. Fournier. She leaves a daughter Judith L. Fournier and her...Obituary
Elizabeth Thompson 1937 East Falmouth - Elizabeth Louise (Brodeur) Thompson, 86, of East Falmouth, passed away at sunrise on the 16th, surrounded by the love of her family. She is survived by her husband, best friend and dance partner extraordinaire, Edward, and will be immeasurably missed by their five children and eleven grandchildren....Obituary
Mrs. Judith Lugus 1943 - 2023Andover - Mrs. Judith Ann "Judy" (Goldstein) Lugus, a longtime resident of Andover and beloved wife of John Lugus, passed away at the Lahey Clinic Medical Center in Burlington on Tuesday, June 6, 2023. She was 79 years old. Judy was born in Hewlett, Long Island, New York on August 24, 1943, to Joseph and Rose...Obituary
Michael Marcoux June 8ANDOVER - Michael Leo Marcoux, of Andover, MA, died peacefully Thursday, June 8, at his home, after a short battle with cancer. Close family and friends were by his side. Michael was born and raised in nearby Lawrence and was predeceased by his loving parents Leo and Gertrude Marcoux. Michael was a loving son and...Obituary
Karen Van Doren 1942 - 2023North Andover - Karen (Haugsted) Van Doren, 80, of North Andover, died Sunday, April 1, 2023 at St. Joseph Hospital in Nashua, N.H. Karen was born in Nevada, Iowa on November 17, 1942 to the late William and Velora (Peterson) Haugsted. She was a graduate of Nevada High School and received a Bachelor of Arts in...Obituary
Mrs. Bette Kidwell 1932 - 2023Andover - Mrs. Bette J. (Patrick) Kidwell, a longtime resident of Andover and beloved wife of the late Edward W. "Bill" Kidwell, passed away at her home on Wednesday afternoon, May 24, 2023. She was 90-years-old. Born in Gary, Indiana, on October 7, 1932, she was the beloved daughter of the late Walter T. and...Obituary
Matthew Grant 1973 - 2023Athens - Matthew Grant was a loving father, loyal partner, and the funniest person on Earth. He died surrounded by close family in Athens, GA on May 24, 2023 after a brief illness. He was 50. Matt was born to June Whitworth and Richard Grant on March 25, 1973, and grew up in his beloved hometown of Andover, MA...Obituary
Dorothy Shaker 1932 - 2023Longmeadow - Dorothy (Steinberg) Shaker 91 of Longmeadow died on June 3, 2023 at home. She was born on March 27, 1932 to Harry and Mae Steinberg of Lawrence, MA. She graduated from Wheelock College with a degree in education. She married Burton Shaker, the love of her life, in 1954 and was married for 62 years. They...Obituary
Helen Watt 1947 - 2023Andover - Helen Connolly Watt (né Helen Marie Connolly), educator, artisan, wife and mother, October 21, 1947 - April 29, 2023. Sue (her childhood nickname) was born in Jersey City, NJ, the eldest of six children of Thomas and Helen Connolly of Franklin Lakes, NJ. She was educated at Immaculate Heart Academy High...Obituary
Mrs. Regina Brighton 1964 - 2023Andover - Mrs. Regina S. (Sullivan) Brighton, a longtime resident of Andover and beloved wife of 33 years Stephen P. Brighton, passed away at the Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, following a courageous battle with cancer on Sunday morning, May 28, 2023. She was 59 years old. Born in Winchester,...Obituary
Marjorie Byers November 11 - 2022Andover - Marjorie Yvonne Byers was born November 11 in Baton Rouge, LA to the late Taft Eubanks and Rosa Lee (Bel) Eubanks. She was the first child and has one brother. She departed this life on March 25, 2022. She passed peacefully at High Pointe House Hospice with her devoted daughter Carla by her...Obituary
Mr. Derek Burdon 1926 - 2023Peabody, Formerly Andover - Mr. Derek Burdon of Peabody, MA, passed away peacefully at his home in Brooksby Village on Saturday May 6th, 2023 at the age of 96. Born in Harworth, England on December 6, 1926, the second son of Harold and Sarah Burdon, Derek emigrated to the United States after World War II as a steam...Obituary
Carla Hultstrom 1935 - 2023Essex Junction - Carla F. Hultstrom, passed away on Wednesday, March 15, 2023, in Essex Junction, Vermont. Born on June 24, 1935, in Summerside, Prince Edward Island, Canada, she was the daughter of Evald and Alma Lewin. Carla grew up on the island in a small farmhouse with her sister and two brothers, and graduated...Obituary
David Goff 1970 - 2023Andover - Dr. David Judson Goff passed away peacefully on April 23, 2023 surrounded by his family at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital in Boston. Dave was born in Ridgewood, NJ to Robert and Nancy Goff and grew up in Ridgewood, NJ. At an early age, he excelled in academics and music mastering both the piano and violin....Obituary

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