Kevin B Comeau Funeral Home Haverhill Massachusetts Mass MA Obituaries

Haverhill – Anna M. (Pilsucki) Stanvick, 92, of Haverhill, died Saturday, September 4, at the Merrimack Valley Hospital after being stricken ill suddenly.

Born in Haverhill, she was the daughter of the late, Samuel and Anna (Sprinditis) Pilsucki. She attended Haverhill public schools and was a graduate of Haverhill High School, Class of 1936. Soon after her graduation from high school, Anna married Joseph R. Stanvick. A lifelong resident of Haverhill, she lived and raised her family on King St., relocating to Haverhill Crossings on Amesbury Rd. four years ago.

Along with being a homemaker, Mrs. Stanvick was employed in the local shoe industry as a stitcher. She worked in various shoe manufacturing companies before retiring from the Allen Shoe Company in 1983.

She enjoyed spending time with her family, gardening, cooking, and looked forward to BINGO nights with her friends at Haverhill Crossings.

The widow of Joseph R. Stanvick, who died in 1995, she leaves three sons and their wives, Stephen R. and Donna (Dinsmore) Stanvick, of Biddeford, ME, Joseph W. and Andrea R. (Marquis) Stanvick, of Amherst, NH, and Kenneth C. and Paula (Berube) Stanvick, of Pelham, NH, a daughter, Lorretta J. Wieman, of Hull, MA, ten grandchildren, Laura Valovcin, Lisa McKenzie, Henry H. Wieman IV, Matthew S. Wieman, Stephen M., Stanvick, Mark J. Stanvick, Susan L. Dimacco, David J. Stanvick, Kenneth Stanvick, Christopher Stanvick, fourteen great grandchildren, and nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sister, a brother, William Pilsucki, and son in law, Henry H. Wieman DDS.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Wednesday from 4 until 6:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Graveside services will take place on Thursday at the family lot in St. Peter’s Cemetery, Danbury, CT. Memorial donations may be made in her name to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701.

Robert W. Buckley Jr.

Haverhill – Robert W. Buckley Jr., Deputy Fire Chief Retired, of the Bradford section of Haverhill, died Monday, August 30, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Haverhill, he was the son of Dorothy M. (Williams) and the late Robert W. Buckley Sr. He attended Haverhill Public Schools and was a Graduate of Haverhill High School, Class of 1975.

Mr. Buckley began his career in the Haverhill Fire Department in 1985 and rose to the rank of Deputy Fire Chief, retiring this July past, due to illness. Known to the men he worked with as a true professional to his calling, he was a fireman’s fireman. He had a great sense of humor, but knew how to stay cool when needed. He loved his community and enjoyed being of service to the people of Haverhill.

During his off time, Bob enjoyed spending time with his family, especially at the home in Lincoln, NH, floating around in his beautiful in ground plunge pool.

He leaves his beloved wife of three years, Angela M. (DiStefano) Buckley, a son, Aaron J. Buckley, and step daughter, Rachel-Morgan DiStefano, his mother, Dorothy M. (Williams) Buckley, all of Bradford, a brother and sister in law, William G. and Diane (Phaneuf) Buckley, of Atkinson, NH, aunts, uncles, cousins, and several brother firefighters with whom he shared a special bond.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Wednesday, from 4 until 7:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services with Firefighters Honors will be held on Thursday at 9:30 AM from the funeral home with a Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 10:30 AM in Sacred Hearts Church, South Main St. Bradford. Memorial donations may be made in his name to the Merrimack Valley Hospice, 360 Merrimack St. Bldg. 9, Lawrence, MA 01843. Burial is private.

Kathryn Blinn (Kavanaugh) Krafton, 62

Haverhill – Kathryn Blinn (Kavanaugh) Krafton, 62, of Haverhill, formerly of Ossineke, MI, died Saturday, August 28, at the Merrimack Valley Hospice House in Haverhill, surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Alpena, Michigan, she was the daughter of Virginia (Hall) Kavanaugh and the late, Raymond J. Kavanaugh. She attended Alpena public schools and was a Graduate of Alpena High School, Class of 1965. She furthered her education in Cosmetology School and became a certified Cosmetologist.

As a newlywed, she and her husband, Charles, relocated to Haverhill, MA, in 1975, where she would enjoy a varied career path. She was employed at Northern Essex Community College in Haverhill, in the office of registration, for over fourteen years, she then worked for the Town of Andover in its Housing Authority Department for a number of years, and finally for the last five years she was in property management for Bethany Homes, Phoenix Row Complex, in Haverhill.

Although Haverhill was her new home, Kathy loved traveling back to her home town in Michigan and spending time with her family. She recently traveled to LasCruces, NM, to enjoy a “girls get together” with her sisters. But her adopted home in Haverhill is where she enjoyed entertaining most, hosting close friends, playing cards, laughing, and sharing memories together

She leaves her beloved husband of thirty-five years, Charles E. “Buddy” Krafton, of Haverhill, her mother, Virginia (Hall) Kavanaugh, of Alpena, MI, a brother, Edward Kavanaugh and his wife Vera, of Alpena, MI, three sisters, Karalyn Albin, and her husband Richard, of Rabbit Hash, KY, Cynthia Prevo, and her husband Nelson, of Ossineke, MI, Patricia Masson, and her husband Colin, of Gabriola Island, Vancouver British Columbia, Canada, sister in law, Kathleen M. O’Day, of Haverhill, and several nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Thursday, from 4 until 8:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held on Friday at 9:00 AM from the funeral home with a Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 10:00 AM in St. James Church, Winter St. Haverhill. Burial will follow in Lithuanian Cemetery, Montvale St. Bradford. A memorial Mass will be celebrated at a date to be announced at St. Catherine’s Church, Ossineke, MI. Memorial donations may be made to the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, 10 Brookline Place West, Floor 6, Brookline, MA 02445-9924.

Shirley F. (Ferguson) Gigliotti, 81

Haverhill – Shirley F. (Ferguson) Gigliotti, 81, of Haverhill, died Thursday, August 26, at her home surrounded by her loving family after a brief illness.

Born in Haverhill, she was the daughter of the late, Harold A. and Margaret E. (Collins) Ferguson. She was a graduate of St. James Grammar School and St. James High School, Class of 1946.

Mrs. Gigliotti was employed as an Operator for the New England Telephone Company and retired in 1989 after a lengthy career that spanned over forty years.

A devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, and great-grandmother, Shirley enjoyed nothing more than time spent with her beloved family. She enjoyed a friendly card game and occasional trips to Foxwoods.

She leaves her beloved husband of sixty-two years, Albert M.Gigliotti, of Haverhill, two sons, Michael and his wife Deborah Emery-Gigliotti, of Rochester, NH, Jack J. and his wife Lynn (German) Gigliotti, of Bradford, four daughters, Karen M. Agnew and her husband Thomas H. , of Methuen, Kathleen P. Fraza and her husband, Norman, of Haverhill, Mary M. Gigliotti-Roche, of Haverhill, Beverly Sheehan, of Haverhill, seventeen grandchildren, Michael Gigliotti, tricia Burke, Eric, Brian, and Amy Gigliotti, Christen Agnew, Tiffany Goodwin, Derek and Jeffrey Fraza, Corey Smith, Heidi McClintock, Meaghan, Lindsay, and Katelyn Roche, John and Kaicee Sheehan, and Adam St.George, 14 great-grandchildren, a brother William Ferguson and his wife Carole, of Salem, NH, a sister, Janet Ferguson, of Tewksbury, sisters in law, Tina Ferguson, of Haverhill, Marilyn Ferguson, of Tewksbury, and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a son, Louie A. Gigliotti, and brothers, Robert, John, Richard, and Eugene Ferguson.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Monday from 4:00 until 8:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 10:00 AM from the funeral home with a Mass of Christian burial to be celebrated at 11:00 AM in St. James Church, Winter St. Haverhill. Burial will follow in St. James Cemetery, Primrose St. Haverhill. Memorial donations may be made to the Louis Gigliotti Scholarship Fund, 100 Elliott Way, Haverhill, MA 01830.

Celeste E. (Dufresne) Cronin, 77

Haverhill – Celeste E. (Dufresne) Cronin, 77, of Haverhill, died Saturday August 21, 2010, at the Merrimack Valley Hospital with her family by her side, after a sudden illness.

Born in Haverhill, she was the daughter of the late Darrell and Eva (Lamothe) Cronin. She attended St. Joseph's grammar school and was a graduate of St. James High School, Class of 1951.

Along with being a homemaker, she was employed as a house keeper at the former Hale Hospital in Haverhill. Celeste made her life as a mother her number one job, her devotion to all her seven children and unconditional love never wavered. To her we were all perfect in her eyes, and she would never change a thing. Everyone who knew
her, always knew that she was a very bright, sweet and caring woman. You could tell her heart was big. She especially loved seeing her grand/great children, but I think she was starting to lose count. Her passion included reading, camping, movies, collecting teddy bears and snow babies and especially music. Whenever she would hear
any of Neil Diamond's songs her smile could light up the room, she attended several of his concerts over the years. But in her final moments, she did it her way with such grace, bravery, and dignity, that we all are honored and blessed that God made her our mother.

Celeste is survived by three sons, Francis (Frank) Cronin of Haverhill, Edmund A. Cronin of Florida and Patrick D. Cronin of Hampton Falls, NH. Four daughters, Deborah T. Cronin of Plaistow, NH., Ellen E. Cronin of Hampton Falls NH., Celeste M. Cronin of Ormond Beach Florida and Kathleen M. Merrill and her husband Clayton of
New Durham NH, eight cherished grandchildren, Melinda Cronin, Kyle Woodman, Savannah, Travis and Jake Merrill, Danielle, Ashley and Joseph Cronin, five great grandchildren, a brother Darrell Dufresne of Seattle, WA. She was predeceased by her brother Felix Dufresne.

At the request of Mrs. Cronin, Funeral Services and Burial are private. Memorial donations may be made in her name to Penacook Place, Patient Activities Fund or Tree of Dreams 150 Water Street, Haverhill, MA 01830. Arrangements are under the direction of the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home 486 Main St. (Rte. 125) Haverhill MA.

Shirley N. (Bouchard) Casey, 75

Haverhill – Shirley N. (Bouchard) Casey, 75, of Haverhill formerly of Malden, died Wednesday, August, 11, at the Merrimack Valley Hospice House in Haverhill after a lengthy illness.

Born in Caribou, Maine, she was the daughter of Edna W. (Dubay) Bouchard and the late, Herman Bouchard. As a child, her family moved to Jamaica Plain. Her family then relocated to Medford and she graduated from Girls Catholic High School in Malden, Class of 1952. She furthered her education at Chamberlain Junior College, receiving her Medical Secretary Certificate.

In 1955, Shirley married her childhood sweetheart and settled in Malden. Her husband, Edward J Casey, died in March of this year. She and her late husband were active members of the Malden Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge, # 1910.

A devoted mother and grandmother, Shirley enjoyed a long career at The Malden Hospital. She began as a Medical Transcriptionist, transferred to the Social Services Department, then became Administrative Assistant to three Vice Presidents, and later, Executive Secretary to the President. She retired after twenty-seven years of service to The Malden Hospital as the Executive Secretary of the Public Affairs and Marketing Department.

Shirley leaves her two beloved children and their spouses, Kevin J. Casey, and his wife, Heather, of Haverhill, MA, and Karen M. DiBlasi, and her husband, Thomas, of Salem, NH; four cherished grandchildren, Jessica A. DiBlasi, Julia M. DiBlasi, Erin N. Casey, and Rachel E. Casey; her loving mother, Edna W. (Dubay) Bouchard, of Ayer; a sister, Ann VanBuren, and her husband, Stephen, of Bolton, and nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Wednesday morning from 9:00 until 10:30 AM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM at the All Saints Church, 120 Bellevue Ave, Haverhill, MA. Mr. and Mrs. Casey’s cremated remains will be interred at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Memory of Shirley Casey may be made to Merrimack Valley Hospice House, 360 North Avenue, Haverhill, MA 01830.

Judith Ellen (Silver) Flewelling,70

Haverhill – Judith Ellen (Silver) Flewelling,70, of Haverhill, died Saturday, August 7, at her home surrounded by her loving family, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born and raised in North Brookfield, Queens County, Nova Scotia, she was the daughter of the late Randolph R. and Margaret (Awalt) Silver. Mrs. Flewelling attended North Queens Rural High School in Caledonia, Nova Scotia, graduating in 1958. She received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Mount Saint Vincent College, Halifax, Nova Scotia in 1961 and a post graduate degree in education from University of New Brunswick, Fredericton, in 1964.

Upon moving to Massachusetts and starting a family, Mrs. Flewelling became involved in the Walnut Square School as a volunteer. She subsequently served on the Board of Directors of The ARC of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport.

She was employed in retail sales for Sears for over 20 years, retiring in 2000 from the Salem, NH store.

Mrs. Flewelling had a passion for gardening and loved all things in nature. She enjoyed traveling as well as attending shows and concerts. She especially enjoyed antiquing with her close friend, Jeanne Angelucci.

A devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, Judith leaves her beloved husband of forty-two years, Neil B. Flewelling, of Haverhill, two daughters, Christiane A. Flewelling and her husband, John Alba, of Huntington, NY, Lianna M. Flewelling, of Haverhill, two cherished grandchildren, Jack and Harry Alba, two sisters, Edith Shultz, of Peabody, MA, Margaret Silver,MD and her husband Ian Slayter, MD, of Halifax, N.S., two brothers, Henry Silver and his wife Pearl, of North Brookfield, N.S., William Silver and his partner Jean Millette, of Ottawa, Ontario and several treasured nieces and nephews.

Judith’s family is very greatful for the kind and wonderful care given to her by the Home Health VNA and Merrimac Valley Hospice.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to attend her memorial service on Saturday, August 14, at 11 a.m. at Winnikenni Castle, 347 Kenoza Ave. (Rte 110) Haverhill. Memorial donations may be made in her name to The ARC of Greater Haverhill-Newburyport, 57 Wingate Street, Suite 301, Haverhill, MA 01832, or the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St. Framingham, MA, 01701. Arrangements are by the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill.

Alan R. Mills, 48

Groveland –Alan R. Mills, 48, of South Groveland, formerly of Lawrence, died Friday, August 6, at the Merrimack Valley Hospice House in Haverhill, surrounded by his loving family after a lengthy illness.

Born in Lawrence, he was the son of the late, James A. and Shirley C. (Seppa) Mills. He attended Lawrence Public Schools and was a Graduate of Lawrence High School, Class of 1981. Upon Graduation, Mr. Mills enlisted into the U.S.Army where he would proudly serve for the next three years. He was honorably discharged in 1984 and received the Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, Marksmanship Badge, Expert Badge, and Army Achievement Medal.

A carpenter by trade, Mr. Mills was a self employed contractor until illness forced him into an early retirement in 2000.

He leaves his beloved wife of twenty-seven years, Cynthia G. (Miller) Mills, a son Alan R. Mills II, a daughter, Sarra J. Mills, all of Plaistow, NH, a grandson, Zackary M. Strong, six brothers, Richard W. Mills Sr, of Okeechobee, FL, James A. Mills II, of Lawrence, Scott H. Mills and his wife Janine, of Palm Bay, FL, Robin D. Mills, of Grant FL, Douglas A., Mills, of Jacksonville, FL, David R. Mills, of Melbourne, FL, two sisters, Jamie a. Bourassa, of Jacksonville, FL, Lorna S. Jones, of Tremont, MS, and several nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are invited to attend a celebration of his life to be held on August 14, at 2 PM at the family home, 21A East St. Plaistow, NH. Arrangements are by the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill.

Sean Patrick Turner, 40

Haverhill - Sean Patrick Turner, 40, of Nashua, NH, formerly of Haverhill, died Wednesday, August 4, at the Southern New Hampshire Hospital in Nashua after being stricken ill suddenly at home.

Sean was born in Los Angeles, California, on February 9, 1970, the son of the late, Patrick Turner and Carol Weinburgh. He attended Haverhill Public Schools and Haverhill High School.

A man of strong faith, Sean was a devoted member of the Danville Baptist Church. He volunteered countless hours at church and at the Nashua Public Library; where he loved to read and study War History. He was a caring uncle who shared a special bond with his nephew Matthew.

He leaves his brothers, Paul A. Weinburgh, of Bradford, Martin Turner, of Huntington Beach, CA, a sister, Melissa Jones and her husband Chris, of Bradford, nephews, Matthew J. Weinburgh, of Bradford, Noah and Patrick Turner, of Huntington Beach, CA, and Elijah Jones, of Bradford, nieces, Katherine M. and Anna L. Weinburgh, of Bradford, Faith Turner, of Huntington Beach, CA, and Olivia and Ariella Jones, of Bradford. Sean also leaves behind countless Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, and close friends.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Tuesday, August 10, from 5 until 7:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Memorial donations may be made in his name to the Danville Baptist Church, Main Street, Danville, NH.

Alfred Dale Fleming, 79

Haverhill -Alfred Dale Fleming, 79, of Haverhill, died Thursday, August 5, at the Lahey Clinic Medical Center in Burlington after a brief illness.

Born in Oxbow Maine, he was the son of the late, Alfred T. and Mabel B. (Sawyer) Fleming. As a young child his family moved to Lawrence where he attended Lawrence Public Schools and was a Graduate of Lawrence High School, Class of 1948. After his service to country he continued his education and received his Bachelors Degree from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst in 1957.

A Korean War Veteran, he enlisted into the United States Air Force shortly after graduation and proudly served his country for the next three years. He was honorably discharged and received the Korean Service Medal and United Nations Service Medal.

Mr. Fleming was a man of many talents, he enjoyed a career of varied experiences, he was employed as a home health aid for the V.N.A. in Lawrence, he was a real estate broker for Vernon- Martin Associates, in Haverhill, he was employed as a senior securities clerk at a stock brokerage house in Boston, and a short order cook at Ryan’s restaurant and Howard Johnson’s in Haverhill. He was involved in his church and served as parish clerk at Trinity Episcopal Church for twenty years. He loved traveling, deep sea fishing, gardening and photography.

He leaves his beloved wife of nineteen years, Lee (Smith) Fleming, of Haverhill, two step sons and their wives, David M. and Arlene Moseley, of North Carolina, Mark S. and Jessica Moseley, of Hampstead, NH, grandchildren, Keisha, Shanti, McKenzie, and Joseph Moseley, a brother and sister in law, Neil S. and Patricia Fleming, of Hopewell Jct., NY, two sisters, Phyllis Ryan, of Edgewater, FL, Hazel Jennings, of Haverhill, a sister in law, Marie Fleming, of Lawrence, and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother, David D. Fleming, and sisters, Pearl Bushway, and Jean Fleming.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Monday, from 4 until 7:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 10:00 AM at the Trinity Episcopal Church, White St. Haverhill. A private burial will take place at the convenience of the family.

Erick Santiago-Hernandez, 39

Haverhill - Erick Santiago-Hernandez, 39, of Haverhill, formerly of Puerto-Rico, died Wednesday, August 4, at his home.

Born in Carolina, Puerto-Rico, he was the son of Erick Santiago and Iris Hernandez. Mr. Santiago was employed as laborer for many contractors in the local construction industry.

He leaves three sons, Erick, Joey, and Bryan Santiago, a daughter, Stephanie Santiago, a brother, Pedro Vega, of Methuen, two sisters, Melinda and Elizabeth Santiago, and many nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are respectfully invited call (TODAY) Friday, August 6, from 5 until 7 PM. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home at 7:00 PM. Burial will take place in Puerto-Rico.

Thomas A. Hafford, 61

Exeter, NH – Thomas A. Hafford, 61, of Exeter, NH, formerly of Haverhill, MA , died Sunday, August 1, at the Exeter Hospital after being stricken ill suddenly at his home.

Born in Presque Isle, Maine, he was the son of the late, Cyrus L. and Exina (Thibeault) Hafford. Mr. Hafford was a self employed carpenter.

He leaves two sons, Cyrus Hafford, of Derry, NH, and Joshua Moschetti, of Haverhill, three daughters, Amanda Budrow, Jen Hafford, and Kristie Moschetti, all of Haverhill, four brothers, Jeff, of Haverhill, Michael and his wife, Barbara, of Haverhill, Roger, of Raymond, NH, and Richard and his wife, Linda, of Center Ossippee, NH, three sisters, Gloria Abbott, of Haverhill, Judy Anderson, and Mary Emerson, both of Maine, eight Grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to a graveside committal service at 2:00PM (TODAY) Friday, August 6 at the Lithuanian Cemetery, Montvale St. Bradford. Arrangements are under the direction of the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill.

Norma Louise (Tegos) Lavalley, 79

Haverhill-Norma Louise (Tegos) Lavalley, 79, of Haverhill, died Sunday, July 25, with her loving family by her side, at Massachusetts General Hospital after a brief illness.

Born in Swampscott, she was the daughter of the late, Stergios and Gladys (Neeley) Tegos. As a child her family moved to Haverhill, where she attended Haverhill Public Schools and was a Graduate of Haverhill High School, Class of 1949.

Mrs.Lavalley began her career at the Western Electric Co. when it was located in Haverhill. She then left the Western and began raising her family. Family was everything to her. She watched her children grow and start their own families. She then resumed her career as a Pie baker at Mann Orchards in Methuen for over ten years, retiring in 1998.

She leaves her beloved husband of sixty years, Robert R. Lavalley, of Haverhill, a son, Robert Lavalley, of Redwood City, CA, two daughters and their husbands, Debra and Thomas Gagne, of Salisbury, and Lisa and Brian Toohey, of Plaistow, NH, eight cherished grandchildren, Joshua Gagne and his wife Allison, Adam Gagne and his wife, Katelyn, Phillip Gagne and his fiancé, Cailynn Wirtz, Brian, Cameron, and Austin Toohey, Rose and Rae Lavalley, three great-grandchildren, Troy, Brooke, and Morgan Gagne, a brother and sister in law, Stergios and Margaret Tegos, of Lebanon, TN, and nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Wednesday, from 4 until 7:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 9:30 AM in the funeral home. Burial will follow at Hillside Cemetery, 750 Broadway, (Rte 97) Haverhill. Memorial donations may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

Shaina Lee Fekeris, 20

Haverhill-Shaina Lee Fekeris, 20, of Haverhill, died unexpectedly, Saturday, July 17, at the Peabody North Shore Hospital.

Born in Holyoke, MA, June 12, 1990, she was the daughter of Tina M. Doucette and Robert G. Fekeris. She attended Chicopee Public schools and moving to Haverhill as a young child, attended Haverhill Public Schools and Haverhill High School.

Shaina was a new mother to a seven month old girl, Angelecea, the light of her life. She was a gifted writer, singer, and songwriter. She enjoyed family gatherings and loved to be the center of attention.

She leaves her daughter, Angelecea Mayla Fekeris-Faro, her mother, Tina M. Ducette, of Haverhill, her father, Robert G. Fekeris, of Florida, two brothers, Jaime C. Fekeris, of Haverhill, Justin R. Fekeris, of Saint Petersburg, FL, paternal grandparents, Harry and Barbara Fekeris, of Springfield, MA, great grandmother, Pearl Murphy, of Chicopee, MA, uncles, Charles R. Duocette, of Reno, NV, Bryce P. Doucette, of LasVegas, NV, and several cousins. She was the granddaughter of the late, Charles R. and Maydene (Murphy) Ducette.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Thursday, from 4 until 7:00 PM, at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held on Friday at 10:00 AM in the funeral home. Burial will follow in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Hilldale Ave. Haverhill.

Armand Bologna, 81

Haverhill - Armand Bologna, 81, of Haverhill, died Tuesday, July 13, at the Hannah Duston Health Care Center in Haverhill, surrounded by his loving family, after a brief illness.

Born in Haverhill July 18, 1928, he was the son of the late Armando and Edria (Renda) Bologna and lived here all of his life. He attended Haverhill public schools and was a graduate of Haverhill High School Class of 1946. A veteran of the Korean War, Mr. Bologna proudly served in the U.S. Army, being honorably discharged as a Corporal. He received the Korean Service Medal with Three Bronze Service Stars, Army of Occupation Medal (Japan), and the United States Service Medal.

Mr. Bologna was employed as a Configuration Manager for the Raytheon Company for over thirty-two years, retiring in 1989. A man of many talents, he loved woodworking, and designed and built several boats. His proudest accomplishment was his family; he cherished his wife of fifty-five years, his children, and his grandchildren.

He leaves his beloved wife, Jacqueline C. “Jackie” (Spaulding) Bologna, three children and seven grandchildren, Michael T. Bologna and his wife, Alice, of Fairfield, CT, their children, Elizabeth, Michael, and Laura Bologna, Paul A. Bologna and his wife, Christine West, of Methuen, their children, Andrea and Alexandra, Carol N. Pennisi and her husband John, of Haverhill, her children, Elizabeth and Stephen Kinnal, as well as nine nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sister, Phyllis M. Bologna.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Thursday from 5 until 8 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held on Friday at 10 AM from the funeral home with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 11:00 in Sacred Hearts Church, South Main St., Bradford. Burial will follow in St. Patrick’s Cemetery with military honors. Memorial donations may be made to the Haverhill Public Schools Text Book Project, 3 Summer St., Room 104, Haverhill, MA 01830.

Beatrice H. (Croke) Reddick

Newton, NH, - Beatrice H. (Croke) Reddick, of Newton, NH, and former longtime resident of Merrimac, died Thursday, July 8, at the Merrimack Valley Hospice House in Haverhill with her family by her side.

Born in Lynn, she was the daughter of the late, Edward J. and Marguerite (Rolin) Croke. She attended Malden Catholic Grammar School, and was a Graduate of Malden High School, Class of 1942.

A devout wife and mother, she and her late husband, started their family in Wilmington, they relocated to Merrimac in 1959 where they would raise their three children. After retirement, she moved to Pittsfield, NH, in 1978. In 2000 she moved back to this area to reside with her son in Newton, NH.

Mrs. Reddick was employed in the shoe manufacturing industry most of her career, last employed by the WELPRO Co., in Seabrook, NH.

She loved receiving friends and family into her home, there was nothing more important to her than family gatherings. She enjoyed gardening, knitting, crocheting, and all kinds of crafts.

The widow of Harrold Reddick, who died in 2000, she leaves her two sons, William, with whom she lived, of Newton, NH, and Harrold Jr., of Saratoga, NY, five grandchildren, Robert and Scott Bergeron, Matthew and Joseph Reddick, and Jacquelyn Barrett, a great grandson, Matthew Bergeron, two sisters, Shirley Marshall, of Malden, MA, and Joan Teza, of Venson, AZ, and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her daughter, Evelyn Marie Bergeron, sisters, Mary and Marguerite Croke, Grace Blackmar, and brothers, Joseph, Edward, Thomas, and Gene Croke.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Wednesday from 2 until 4 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home at 4:00 PM. Memorial donations may be made to Merrimack Valley Hospice, 360 Merrimack St. Lawrence, MA 01843.

Rebecca (Dooey) Peavey, 93

Haverhill – Rebecca (Dooey) Peavey, 93, of Haverhill, died Wednesday, July 7, at the Hannah Duston Health Care Center in Haverhill, after a lengthy illness.

Born in Eastbrook, Maine, she was the daughter of the late, Daniel D. and Lucy (Rankin) Dooey. She attended Bangor Public Schools and was a Graduate of Bangor High School. She earned her teaching degree from Wheaton College, Graduating in 1939.

Mrs. Peavey was employed as a librarian in Bangor, Maine, and later Haverhill. She taught children with special needs in the Haverhill Public School System. She enjoyed researching her family genealogy and wrote of her family history. She was a member of the West Parish Congregational Church.

She leaves four sons, David C., Jonathan D., Timothy D. and Daniel F., two daughters, Diane B. and Deborah L. Aldridge, twenty-three grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.

Funeral services and burial are private. Arrangements are under the direction of the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill.

Henry F. “Butch” Cook, 69

Haverhill - Henry F. “Butch” Cook, 69, of Haverhill, died Sunday, July at the Lawrence General Hospital after being stricken ill suddenly at home.

Born in Haverhill, he was the son of Shirley M. (DeBlois) Cook- Cote and the late, Henry F. Cook Sr, he was stepson to the late Henry J. “Jake” Cote. He attended Haverhill Public Schools and was a Graduate of Haverhill Trade School, Class of 1959. He moved to California, where he met the love of his life, Diana S. (Brown) and started their family. They moved to Texas for twelve years and relocated back to Haverhill wher he has stayed for the past forty years.

Butch was a loveable man with a great sense of humor, he loved nothing more than spending time with his family, especially hamming it up on kareoke night. He leaves many many friends and family members with fond memories, and sadness to his parting. He was employed most recently by the Wave Guide Company, in Chelmsford. Previously, he worked for Schneider Automation, in North Andover, and Digital Corp., while living in Texas he owned and operated Angelo Foreign Auto Repair in San Angelo, TX.

He leaves his beloved wife of forty four years, Diana S. (Brown) Cook, of Haverhill, sons, Stephen B. Cook, and his partner, Maria Bodon, of Haverhill, Shawne H. Cook, of Hampton, NH, daughters, Christina L. Callaway, and her husband Charles L., of Haverhill, Cheryl A. Tombarello, Coleen Hansen, and Lisa Sanford, all of Haverhill, two brothers, Frank W. Cook and Bruce A. Cook, both of Haverhill, four grandchildren, Michael A., Stephanie A. and Nicklos B. Cook, a great grandson, Enzo R. Mera, and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother, William R. Cook, and a sister, Sharon M. Cook.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Wednesday, July 7, from 5 until 8 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services and burial are private. Memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association, 20 Speen St. Framingham, MA 01701-4688.

Ann Mahon (McCarthy) Lynn, 81

Haverhill - Ann Mahon (McCarthy) Lynn, 81, died Tuesday, June 29, at the Wingate at Haverhill Nursing Home after a lengthy illness .

Born in Haverhill, she was the daughter of the late, Joseph F. and Mary E. (Pegnam) McCarthy. She was a Graduate of both, St. James Grammar School and St. James High School, Class of 1946. She was a 1950 Graduate of Regis College. A devout Catholic, she was a lifelong member of St. James Parish.

Mrs. Lynn was employed as an accountant for the Bank of New England, in Boston, and ended her long career as a Probate Accountant in the Firm of Pearson-Erhard, also located in Boston.

She enjoyed traveling, and toured most of Europe before seeing all of the United States. A gifted crafter, she also knitted and designed and made her own clothing. She loved sharing memories of her many travels.

She leaves a daughter, Mary DesRoches, of Georgetown, six grandchildren, and many loving friends from her church community.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Thursday, from 5 until 7 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held from the funeral home on Friday at 9:00 AM with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 AM at St. James Church, Winter St. Haverhill. Burial will follow in St. James Cemetery, Primrose St. Haverhill. Memorial donations may be made in her name to St. James Capital Improvements Fund, 6 Cottage St. Haverhill, MA 01830.

Robert J. Stevens, 86

Haverhill - Robert J. Stevens, 86, of Haverhill, died Wednesday, June 23, at the Hannah Duston Health Care Center in Haverhill, after a lengthy illness.

Born in Cincinnati, Ohio, he was the son of the late, Lancelot and Jeannette (Taylor) Stevens. He attended Cincinnati Public Schools and was a Graduate of Western Hills High School.

A Veteran of WWII, Mr. Stevens proudly served in the U.S. Army. He was stationed in the South Pacific and being involved in the Philippine Liberation, was then part of the Army of occupation in Japan, where he worked at headquarters under General McArthur. During his time in Japan he met the love of his life, an Army WAC, who would become his wife of almost sixty-years, Louise H. (Rosso) Stevens.

After the war they settled and began raising their family in Cincinnati. He continued his education at Cincinnati University and earned a degree in engineering. He was employed by the Gulf Oil Company, servicing refineries. Moving to Haverhill in 1962, he along with his wife and family joined his father in law in the operation of the Hotel Whittier in downtown Haverhill, until the mid 1970’s. For many years Robert was employed by manufacturing companies throughout the Boston area, including Wang Laboratories in Lowell, where he retired in1990 after fifteen years with the company.

Mr. Stevens was a member of the North Bend Lodge #346 of A. F. And A.M. in Cleves, OH, for over fifty years. He enjoyed a variety of sports, and played high school football, he was a pit crew member in sprint car racing, and enjoyed traveling. He attended many Indianapolis 500 races. Musically talented, he played the piano, trumpet, guitar, and ukulele.

He leaves his wife, Louise H. (Rosso) Stevens, of Haverhill, three sons, Charles R. Stevens, Robert W. and his wife Patricia E. (Cote) Stevens, and John L. Stevens, all of Haverhill, three granddaughters, and one great granddaughter. He was predeceased by a brother, Bruce Stevens.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Saturday morning from 10:00 until 11:30 AM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home at 11:30 AM. Burial, with military honors will follow at St. Patrick’s Cemetery, North Broadway, Haverhill. www.comeaufuneral.com.

Abbott Olin Jones, 89

Groveland – Abbott Olin Jones, 89, of South Groveland, died Monday, June 14, at the Merrimack Valley Hospice House in Haverhill, surrounded by his loving family, after a lengthy illness.

Born in Nottingham, NH, June 25, 1920, he was the son of the late, Abbott E. and Sadie May (Bartlett) Jones. Moving to Haverhill as a young child, he attended Haverhill Public Schools and Haverhill Trade School.

A Veteran of WWII, Sargeant Jones was attached to the 583rd Signal Engineers of Company C, U.S. Army. He served in the South Pacific, receiving, Asiatic Pacific Theater Campaign Ribbon W/B S ARH , Philippine Liberation Ribbon with two Bronze Service Stars, Good Conduct Medal, and Victory medal.

Mr. Jones was a talented, self made man of many accomplishments, he enjoyed life to the fullest. A devoted father, he never stopped working for his family. A jack of all trades, he was a mechanic, a carpenter, and even a pilot. He was a volunteer Fireman for the town of Groveland for over seventeen years, and was employed as a truck driver throughout his long career. He drove for the Lawrence Motor Line Co. in Bradford, servicing the Haverhill Paperboard Co. He was a member of Teamsters Local 437, Wilmington, MA. He loved hunting fishing, skiing, and taking the family for drives throughout New England.

He leaves his former wife and best friend, Patricia H. (Purcell) Jones, of Groveland, two sons, Abbott Denis Jones, of Haverhill, and Craig D. Jones, of Lynn, two daughters, Elizabeth A. “Betty” and her husband, Gene Huberdeau, of South Groveland, with whom he lived, Kathleen S. Kimball - Jackson, of Haverhill, four grandchildren, Stacy P. Sullivan, Melissa L. Kimball, Elizabeth J. Cena, and G. Adam Huberdeau, three great grandchildren, Haliegh and Olivia Sullivan, and Alasandra Antonakis, a sister in law, Geraldine Mears, North Conway, NH, He was predeceased by his son in law, Raymond “Yaz” Jackson.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Wednesday, (TODAY) from 4:00 until 7:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 10:00 AM in the funeral home. Burial with military honors will follow in the family lot at Lakeview Cemetery, Kent Farm Road, Hampstead, NH. Memorial donations may be made to Merrimack Valley Hospice, 360 Merrimack St. Lawrence, MA 01843. www.comeaufuneral.com.

Liam James McCusker

Haverhill, MA – Liam James McCusker, seven week old infant son of Meagan Nicole McCusker, died Friday June 4, at the Merrimack Valley Hospital in Haverhill. He was born in Newburyport, April 8, 2010.

Besides his loving mother, he is survived by family members including his grandparents, Brian F. McCusker, of East Kingston, NH, Melissa Baril, of Haverhill, great grandparents, Celeste McCusker, of Haverhill, Phillip Baril, of Haverhill, Sharon (Soames) and her husband, John Farley, of Haverhill, great-greatgrandparents, Lucille Baril, of Haverhill, Loren and Lillian Soames, of Salem, NH, several aunts, uncles and cousins, all of whom will dearly miss him. Memorial donations may be made to the Pregnancy Care Center, 496 Main St. Haverhill, MA 01830.

Private funeral services and burial were held Wednesday, June 9. Arrangements were under the direction of the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill.

Henry H. Balboni, 81

Groveland – Henry H. Balboni, 81, of Groveland, died in peace on Thursday, June 10, at the Hannah Duston Health Care Center in Haverhill.

Born in Boston, he was the son of the late, Henry and Norma V. (Balboni) Balboni – Thibault, and was the stepson of the late Albert P. Thibault. He was raised in Malden and attended Malden Public Schools.

A post WWII Veteran and Korean War Veteran, in 1946 he enlisted into the U.S. Army, at the young age of seventeen, where he would spend the next eighteen months. He then reenlisted into the U.S. Air Force and served honorably until April 1952.

A machinist and licensed electrician by trade, Mr. Balboni was employed by General Electric in Lynn for thirty years and retired in 1991. He was also employed at Ametek in Wilmington, MA.

A loving, husband, father and grandfather, he savored spending time with his family and teasing them with playful gestures of love. He was an avid fisherman and amateur HAM radio operator.

He leaves his beloved wife of fifty-four years, Grace M. (Pagliuca) Balboni, of Groveland, a son, Paul H. Balboni, of Haverhill, three daughters, Joyce M. Lord and her husband Ernest F., of Bradford, Elaine G.M. Greaney, and her husband, Groveland Selectman, Donald N., Norma J. Bird, and her husband, Arnold R. “Arnie”, of Groveland, five adored grandchildren, Arlene M. Lord, Leigh J. Greaney, Jake O. Greaney, Jessica M. Bird, Justin W. Bird, and several nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Sunday afternoon from 1:00 until 4:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held on Monday at 9:30 AM from the funeral home with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:30 AM in St. Patrick’s Church, Center St. South Groveland. Burial will follow in Spring Grove Cemetery, Abbott St. Andover.

Memorial contributions may be made to the National Kidney Foundation in his name. Donations can be sent to the National Kidney Foundation at 30 East 33rd Street, New York, NY 10016 and can also be made online at www.kidney.org/support/makegift/index.cfm..

Lillian L. “Gerry” (Berube) Corthell, 92

Haverhill-Lillian L. “Gerry” (Berube) Corthell, 92, of Haverhill, died Monday, June 7, at the Prescott House Nursing Home in North Andover after a lengthy illness.

Born in Nashua, NH, she was the daughter of the late, Joseph and Aimee (Sylvester) Berube. She was a Graduate of Presentation of Mary Grammar School and High School in Hudson, NH.

Mrs. Corthell was employed as a Certified Nursing Assistant for the Visiting Nurse Association for many years, retiring in 1995. She was previously employed by Community Action Head Start program as a bus monitor, she worked in the mail room at the I.R.S. in Andover, and as a ticket clerk for the MVRTA, in downtown Haverhill.

A devoted mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, along with raising five of her own children, she also raised numerous foster children. She loved nothing more than taking care of her family and her precious animals.

The widow of Donald E. Corthell Sr. who died in 1983, she leaves a son and his wife, Donald E. Jr. and Debbie, of Lakewood, CO, three daughters, Donna Lee Corthell, of Haverhill, Debra Hollenbeck and her husband Darrell, of Atkinson, NH, and Dale C. Jackson, of Haverhill, twenty-nine grandchildren, and thirty-eight great grandchildren and nieces and nephews.. She was predeceased by her daughter, Jean Linscott, a grandson, William E. Ammells, and brother, Joseph “Butch” Berube.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Friday, from 5 until 8:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 8:00 AM from the funeral home with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 AM at St. James Church, Winter St. Haverhill. Burial will follow in Linwood Cemetery, Mill St. Haverhill. Memorial donations may be made in her name to the Home for little wanderers, 271 Huntington Ave. 2nd floor, Boston, MA 02115 www.comeaufuneral.com.

Mary Lou (Fowler) Chase, 63

Haverhill-Mary Lou (Fowler) Chase, 63, of Haverhill, died Saturday, June 5, at the Oxford Nursing Care Center in Haverhill after a lengthy illness.

Born in Newburyport, she was the daughter of the late Arthur E. and Dorothy E. (Frost) Fowler. She attended Newburyport Public Schools and Newburyport High School.

Mrs. Chase was employed as an assembler for the former Eastern Canvas Co. in Haverhill. She was previously employed in the housekeeping department at the Lenox Nursing Home. A devoted mother and grandmother, she was a caring selfless person, she volunteered at the Haverhill Senior Center in it’s citizen outreach program.

The widow of Thomas H. Chase Sr, who died in 2008, she leaves two sons, Thomas H. Jr., and his wife Shirley, of Haverhill, Carlton E. Chase and his partner, Karen Landry, of Salem ,NH, a daughter with whom she lived, Ramona Leavitt, of Haverhill, cherished grandchildren, Matthew, Justin, and Jacqueline, three sisters, Patricia Locke, of Seabrook, NH, Sandra Warner, of Haverhill, Carol Tobin, of Newburyport, and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a brother, Arthur W. Fowler and a sister Dorothy Desessa.

Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend graveside services on Friday, June 11, at 11:00 AM in Elmwood Cemetery, Salem St. Bradford. Arrangements are by the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. www.comeaufuneral.com.

Edgar A. Plamondon, 84

Haverhill, MA - Edgar A. Plamondon, 84, formerly of Kingston, NH, died Thursday, May 20, at the Penacook Place Nursing Home after a lengthy illness.

Born in Haverhill, he was the son of the late, Ernest E. and Marion G. (Cronin) Plamondon. He attended Haverhill public schools and Haverhill High School. Recently moving to Penacook place in 2006, he was resident of Haverhill most of his life and also lived in Amesbury, MA, and Kingston, NH.

Mr. Plamondon was employed in production at Amesbury Industries in Amesbury for many years, retiring in 1991.

The widower of Marion (Peatman) who died in 2005, he leaves a sister, Rita Warren, of New Boston, NH, two nephews, Ralph F. Warren Jr, of Salem, NH, Daniel E. Warren, of Derry, NH, nieces, Linda O’Niel, of Manchester, NH, Kathleen Suchecki, of New Boston, NH, Nancy Matheson, of Barton, VT, Gail Warren, of Hampstead, NH, Brenda Holmes, of Hampton, NH, and Sharon Smith, of Nottingham, NH.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Monday from 9:30 until 11:00 AM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held on Monday at 11:00 AM in the funeral home. Burial will follow in Hillside Cemetery, (Rte 97) Haverhill.

Terry M. Fenlon, 65

Haverhill, MA - Terry M. Fenlon, 65, of Boston, formerly of Bradford, died Monday, May 17, 2010 at Kindred Hospital in Peabody after a lengthy illness.

Born in Haverhill on May 26, 1944, he was the son of the late William J. and Laura (Poley) Fenlon. Terry was a graduate of Sacred Hearts Grammar School in Bradford, Haverhill High School, and Northern Essex Community College.

He began employment for the Sears Company in Boston prior to a forty year career in asset protection as a Security Officer for Securitas Security Services throughout the greater Boston area. Terry was a sports enthusiast and took great pleasure in completing crossword puzzles.

He is survived by a brother, William J. Fenlon, Jr., brother-in-law, Rocco L. Basso of Bradford, nephew, Paul R. Basso and his wife Jacqueline of Franklin, niece, Pamela M. McCurdy and her husband Jeremy of Haverhill, great nieces and nephews, Christopher and Marissa Janco, Olivia, Rocco, and Daniel Basso, Mark and William J. Fenlon II. He is preceded in death by his sister, Marcia A. Basso

Family and friends are respectfully invited to call on Friday, May 21, 2010 from 11AM until 12:30PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte. 125) Haverhill. A Mass of Christian Burial is to be celebrated on Friday, May 21, 2010 at 1PM at Sacred Hearts Church, South Main St., Bradford. Burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery, Salem St., Bradford. Memorial donations may be made in memory of Terry M. Fenlon to: Sacred Hearts School-Endowment Fund, 31 South Chestnut St., Bradford, MA 01835.

Thomas Redmond Creeley Jr, 60

Haverhill, MA - Thomas Redmond Creeley Jr, 60, of Haverhill, formerly of Lawrence, died Saturday, May 15, 2010, surrounded by his loving family, at the Caritas Holy Family Hospital, after a lengthy illness.

Born in Lawrence, he was the son of the late, Thomas R. Creeley Sr and Elizabeth L. (Manion). He attended Lawrence public Schools and was a 1968 Graduate of Essex Agricultural and Technical High School. Soon after graduation, Mr. Creeley was drafted into the United States Navy during the Vietnam War and proudly served on the USS Franklin D. Roosevelt where he served for two years, being honorably discharged.

Mr. Creeley was employed as an Oil Burner Technician in his family business, Thomas R. Creeley and Son Oil Company in Lawrence. He then worked for the Hilton Oil Company, and later, Haffner’s Oil Company. He was an avid reader, amateur photographer, enjoyed watching old western movies, and was a lover of all animals.

He leaves a son, Shaun D’Urso and his wife, Jessie, of Londonderry, NH, two daughters, Erin D’Urso, also of Londonderry, and Heather Bren and her husband Michael, of Douglas, MA, three grandchildren, Caeden Bren, and Shaun and Devin D’Urso, a sister, Beverly L. Hughes, of Danville, NH, brother in law with whom he lived, , James Jardine, of Haverhill, and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sisters, Sharon Lariviere and Maureen A. Jardine.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Wednesday, from 6 until 8:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held on Thursday morning at 10:00 AM in the funeral home. Burial will follow at the St. Mary’s Immaculate Conception Cemetery, Barker St. Lawrence. Memorial contributions may be made to the MSPCA at Nevins Farm, 400 Broadway, Methuen, MA 01844-2052.

Domingo Urias Duran, 48

Haverhill, MA - Domingo Urias Duran, 48, of Haverhill, formerly of Carolina, El Salvador, died Saturday, May 8, after being stricken ill suddenly at home.

Born in Carolina, El Salvador, he was the son of Bacelio Urias and the late, Maria E. Echeverria. He has resided in Haverhill for five years.

Mr. Duran was employed as a laborer for various landscaping firms throughout the Merrimack Valley.

He leaves his father, Bacelio Urias, of El Salvador, sons Fredys Echeverria, and Roberto Echeverria, both, of West New York, NJ, Milton Echeverria, of Las Vegas, NV and several family members in El Salvador.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Thursday, 13, at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, May 14 at 10:AM in St. James Church, Winter St. Haverhill. Burial will take place in Canton Carolina Cemetery, Carolina, El Salvador.

Louise M. (Murphy) True, 87

Haverhill - Louise M. (Murphy) True, 87, of Haverhill, MA, died peacefully with her family by her side on Tuesday, April 27, 2010 at Laurence General Hospital after a long illness.

Born in Boston, MA on May 20, 1922, Louise was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Michael and Louisa (Maxwell) Murphy. Attending local Boston schools, she was a graduate of Jamaica Plain High School. Continuing her education, Louise attended and was a graduate of the Boston Clerical School.

Throughout most of her professional life, Louise worked as an administrative assistant to the Dean of the Boston University’s Sargent College for over 12 years before her retirement.

After her retirement, Louise became an avid crafter. During most of her spare time, Louise could often be found working on a new piece of needlepoint, lace work, or even crocheting. But most of all, she enjoyed sharing her works with her friends and her family. As well as loving to cook, Louise was a veracious reader and was never without a few novels or books at her close reach, often reading an entire book in one day. She was a member of the Mother of Twins Club as well as a member of the Theresians Club, dedicating her time to their service.

Louise will be sadly missed by her family and friends, but her memory will live on forever and remain close to those who loved and knew her the best.

Louise is survived by her four sons, Paul V. True Jr. and his wife Elaine (McCarthy) of Cambridge, Michael A. True of Weymouth, Robert F. True of Hull, and Frances X. (Frank) True of Haverhill, two daughters, Mary O’Brien and her husband Kevin of Amesbury and Ms. Eileen F. True of Haverhill, a sister, Lorraine Murphy, of West Roxbury, seven grandchildren, Maren, Vincent, Todd, Daniel, and Katie True, Cale and Cheyanne Frost, and one great-grandchild, Charlotte True. Louise was pre-deceased by her son, Mark B. True, and brothers, Robert , Edward, and William Murphy.

Friends and family may call on Sunday, May 2, 2010 from 3:00 to 6:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral Services will be held at the funeral home on Monday, May 3, 2010 at 10 AM with the burial to follow at the Massachusetts National Cemetery, Connery Ave., Bourne, MA 02532.

Joseph F. Brammer, 46

Merrimac, MA - Joseph F. Brammer, 46, of Merrimac, formerly of Haverhill, died Thursday, April 22, at the Anna Jaques Hospital; in Newburyport after being stricken ill suddenly at home.

A resident of Merrimac for the past five years, he was born in Haverhill, December 4, 1963, the son of Othel J. “OJ” and Maryrose (Montisanti) Brammer. He attended Haverhill public schools and was a Graduate of Haverhill High School, Class of 1982.

For over thirty years, Mr. Brammer was employed as a foreman for the Conti Foundation Contractors in Haverhill. Known to his family as a man with a kind and generous heart, he was especially close to his many nieces and nephews, and would gladly take them along with him to his favorite fishing spot along the Merrimack River.

He leaves his beloved parents with whom he lived, Othel J. and Maryrose (Montisanti) Brammer, of Merrimac, a brother and sister in law, James O. and Shelly A. Brammer, of the Bradford section of Haverhill, sisters, Darlene M. Beauregard and her husband Richard, of Haverhill, Cindy A. Augustonovich, of Haverhill, brother in law, Bruce Augustonovich, of Merrimac, nieces and nephews, Courtney Brammer, Kayla, Joseph, and Andrew Augustonovich, Samantha Garrington, and Nicole and Matthew Beauregard, grand nieces, Morgan and Jenna, aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Wednesday, from 5 until 6:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. A memorial service will be held immediately following the period of visitation in the funeral home.

James B. Hatch, 67

Haverhill, MA - James B. Hatch, 67, of Haverhill, died Wednesday, April 21, at the Holy Family Hospital in Methuen, surrounded by his loving family after a brief illness.

Born in Bath, Maine, he was the son of Damaris E. (Tarr) and the late, Delbert H. Hatch Jr. He was raised in South Berwick, Maine where he attended South Berwick, Public Schools and was a Graduate of South Berwick High School, Class of 1961. A Vietnam Veteran, James enlisted into the U.S. Army shortly after graduation, serving his country proudly and being honorably discharged.

Mr. Hatch was employed by the TYCO Corporation, in Dover, NH, and later moving to Haverhill, was employed in Manufacturing Facilities throughout the Merrimack Valley.

He leaves a son, Wayne A. VonKanel, of Boston, two daughters, Irene Gigliotti, and Maryanne Anzaldi, both of Haverhill, grandchildren, Judith Budlong, Meghan Sheehey, and Carlos Torres, great grandchildren, Kaden Saunders, Xavier, Latecia, and Laura Torres, brothers, Alan Hatch, of Rochester, NH, David Hatch, of Eliot, ME, Michael Hatch, of Sanford, ME, Scott Hatch, of Littleton, CO, a sister, Linda Moore-Hatch, of Leicester, VT, and several nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Saturday, April 24, from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will immediately follow the visitation period at 1:00 PM in the funeral home. Burial will take place in Linwood Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

Richard J. Hosford III, 50

Haverhill, MA - Richard J. Hosford III, 50, of Haverhill, MA died Wednesday, April 14th, 2010, surrounded by his loving family at Merrimack Valley Hospice House.

Richard was employed for 31 years at Alcatel-Lucent. He was a graduate of Haverhill High School, Northern Essex Community College and Merrimack College. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force, 82nd Airborne Division. Richard was a member of the Kingston Veterans Club, Inc.

Rich was the ultimate family man. He enjoyed spending time with his wife and children – especially Tuesday night dinners with his girls. His favorite past times were riding his Harley, beach days, football Sundays, golfing, working out, and attending mass. He was a loyal, compassionate, true man of courage.

Richard will be deeply missed by the love of his life, his wife Kimberly (LaMarca) Hosford, of Haverhill, his devoted daughters, Alexandra Hosford and Chelsea Hosford, of Bradford, his stepchildren, Michael Russell and Jennifer Russell, his mother, Constance Hosford, and his sisters and brothers-in-law, Libby Hosford-Walsh and Marty Walsh, Judith and Charles Manzi, and Janet and Jeffrey Scalese, all of Haverhill. He is also survived by his in-laws, Arline and Jeno Martin, Guy and Lynne LaMarca, and Stephen LaMarca along with his adoring nieces and nephews.

The family wishes to express their deepest appreciation to the caring and dedicated staff at Merrimack Valley Hospice House. Friends and family may call on Sunday, April 18, from 2:00 to 6:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held on Monday at 9:00 AM from the funeral home with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10: 00 AM at All Saints Church 120 Bellevue Ave. Haverhill. A private burial will take place in the family lot at St. James Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Merrimack Valley Hospice 360 Merrimack St. Lawrence, MA 01843, or Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 10 Brookline Place West, Floor 6, Brookline, MA 02445-9924.

Dorothy M. (Tardiff) Gaudreau, 94

Haverhill - Dorothy M. (Tardiff) Gaudreau, 94, of Loudon, NH, formerly of Haverhill and Bradford, passed away peacefully at Concord Hospice House on April 12, 2010, after having lived with her son and his family since August. She was the beloved wife of the late Eldon G. Gaudreau, who died in 1985.

“Dot” was born on December 13, 1915, in Portland, ME, to Lawrence and Louise (Smith) Tardiff. She grew up in Bradford and Farmington, ME, and was a member of the Haverhill High School class of 1933. She worked in Haverhill in several positions, which included nurse’s aide at the Benson Hospital, waitress at the Downy Flake Restaurant, and telephone operator. Her later positions were at the cafeteria of St. James School and the Lady Grace store on Merrimack Street. Dot was someone who loved a good joke, had a quick wit, and was everyone’s “aunt.” No summer would be complete without trips to Lena’s Restaurant in Salisbury for a lobster roll and some orange-pineapple ice cream on the way home. A devoted member of St. James Parish, she always had a special place in her heart for the Sisters of St. Joseph. Dot adored her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and they will sorely miss her.

She is survived by her son, Dr. Lawrence J. Gaudreau and his wife Shirley of Paoli, IN, her daughter, Patricia J. Nolet of Haverhill, and her son, Robert E. Gaudreau and his wife Sheila of Loudon, NH. She also leaves her grandchildren, Julie (Nolet) Berthiaume and her husband Daniel of Haverhill, Stephen Nolet and his wife Amy of Suquamish, WA, Atty. Holly Gaudreau of San Francisco, CA, Dr. Hilary Gaudreau-Dryden and her husband Earl of Zionsville, IN, and Kerry Gaudreau of Loudon, NH. Great-grandchildren include David and Caroline Berthiaume, Quinn, Lane, and Reid Dryden, and Genevieve and Paul Nolet. She also leaves behind several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, Dot was predeceased by her sister, Olive L. Turner, and her son-in-law, Richard M. Nolet.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Friday from 4 until 7PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 9:00 AM from the funeral home with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 AM at St. James Church, Winter St. Haverhill, with the burial to follow in St. James Cemetery, Primrose St. Haverhill. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Sisters of St. Joseph Association, C/O Sister Mary Malone, CSJ, P.O. Box #104, Merrimac, MA 01860

Tracey Margaret (Ruth) Kloster, 33

Haverhill – Tracey Margaret (Ruth) Kloster, 33, of Enfield, CT, formerly of Haverhill, died Sunday, April 11, at the Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, following a lifelong challenge of living with Cystic Fibrosis.

Born in Haverhill, February 18, 1977, she was the daughter of Brian E. Ruth and Mary T. (FitzGerald) Ruth. She attended Haverhill Public schools and was a Graduate of Haverhill High School, Class of 1995. She was a Graduate of Bridgewater State College, Class of 2000, earning her degree in Intensive Special Education. She has lived in Enfield since her marriage in 2003. She taught children with learning disabilities at the Kinsella school in Hartford, CT and was a Developmental Specialist at the Thom Clinic in Springfield, MA. She was especially proud of her work with the Children’s Physical Development Clinic.

A devoted wife and loving mother, she got her greatest joy in life from her two amazing children. She was always at the ready with a funny story of her kids. She was the kind of person you strive to be, and was the best friend you could have had.

She leaves her beloved husband of seven years, Peter G. Kloster, of Enfield, CT, her cherished children, daughter, Margaret M. “Maggie” and son, Brady G., her parents, Brian E. Ruth and Mary T. Ruth, a brother, Shaun Ruth, all of Haverhill, MA, her mother in law, Mary Kloster, and several aunts, uncles and cousins. She was predeceased by her father in law, George Kloster.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Thursday from 4 until 7PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held Friday at 9:00 AM from the funeral home with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 AM at St. James Church, Winter St. Haverhill. After cremation, committal will take place on Saturday, April 17, at 12:15 PM in St. James Cemetery, Primrose St. Haverhill. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Friends of Tracey Fund, c/o TD Banknorth, 564 Turnpike Rd. New Ipswich, NH 03071.

Elizabeth (Esperian) Mann, 86

Haverhill, MA- Elizabeth (Esperian) Mann, 86, of Haverhill, died on Good Friday, April 2, 2010, at the Newton-Wellesley Hospital, surrounded by her loving family after a lengthy illness.

Born in Haverhill, July 31, 1923, she was the daughter of Armenian Immigrants, Sarkis and Mary (Saradarian) Esperian. She attended the Wingate School, Tilton School, and was a member of the Haverhill High School, Class of 1941.

A gifted entertainer, she sang at many club venues, including Canobie Lake Park, throughout the Merrimack Valley under the stage name Betty Bradford. Her musical style was taylored after her idol Billie Holiday. Over the years she and her husband Al, met many name musicians at places like Lennie’s on the Turnpike in Peabody. They had a close and personal relationship for many years with Dizzy Gillespie, Milt Buckner, Illinois Jacquet, James Moody, Jo Jones, and Alan Dawson. As her children attended school, she was employed as a teacher’s aide/cafeteria monitor, at the Burnham and Fox elementary schools. Previously she was employed as a fancy stitcher in the local shoe industry.

She leaves her beloved husband of fifty-three years, Alfred O. Mann Jr, a son, Alfred O. Mann III, both of Haverhill, her devoted daughter and caregiver, Stephanie E. Mann, of Haverhill, a daughter, Pamela E. and her husband, Mark Davis, of Palm Coast, Florida, two grandchildren, Sarah and Jessie Davis, special family friend, Jodi (Mazza) Perez, a nephew, Kenneth Esperian, of Watertown, nieces, Mary-Lee Moomjian-Stringer, Carol Moomjian, both of Miami, FL, and Susan Howard, of Raymond, NH. She was predeceased by her fist husband who was killed in action during WWII, Orfeo Bianchi, a brother, Martin Esperian, and sister, Rose Moomjian.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Monday, April 5, from 4 until 7:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 11:30 AM from the funeral home with a Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 12:30 PM at the Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe (St. Gregory the Illuminator) 110 Main St. Haverhill. Burial will follow at Linwood Cemetery, Haverhill. Memorial donations may be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association, 138 Conant St, Beverly, MA 01915.

Lillian V. (Kiezulas) Noonan, 82

Haverhill, MA- Lillian V. (Kiezulas) Noonan, 82, of Haverhill, died Wednesday, March 31, at the Lawrence General Hospital, in Lawrence, after being stricken ill at home.

Born and educated in Lawrence, she was the daughter of the late, Kazimir and Anna (Garsecka) Kiezulas. She attended Lawrence public schools and was a graduate of Lawrence High School Class of 1946. She furthered her education at Bridgewater State College.

Mrs. Noonan has been a resident of Haverhill since 1949, living in the Acre section of the city, and recently making her home at Haverhill Crossings. She was a member of St. James Church, the Catholic Daughters of the America’s Court St. James #436, and enjoyed singing in the choir of both St. James and Sacred Hearts Churches. She was a Girl Scout Troop Leader, and founding member of Judith’s book Club.

Lillian was employed by the Home Heath Visiting Nurse Association as a home health aide for over forty years, serving families in need throughout the greater Haverhill area, retiring in 2007.

The widow of William G. Noonan, who died in 1986, she leaves her three daughters, Kathryn A. Noonan, of Cambridge, Patricia M. Noonan, of Bradford, Maureen T. Noonan, of Ratingen, Germany, and a brother, Adam A. “Andy” Kiezulas, of Peabody, and a sister, Josephine Kiezulas, of Lawrence. She was predeceased by her daughter Sheila E. Noonan, in 1979.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Saturday morning from 8:00 until 9:00 AM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. A Funeral Liturgy will be held at 9:30 AM in St. James Church, Winter St. Haverhill. Burial will follow in St. James Cemetery, Primrose St. Haverhill. Memorial donations may be made to Home Health VNA, 360 Merrimack St. Lawrence, MA 01843.

Janet (Dick) Merrill, 89

Haverhill, MA- Janet (Dick) Merrill, 89, of Haverhill, died Tuesday, March 30, at her home surrounded by loved ones after a lengthy illness. Born in Haverhill, Janet was the daughter of the late William J. and Orise (Goudreault) Dick. Recently widowed, she lost her husband, Earl “Bob” Merrill, of sixty years this December past.

Janet attended St. Joseph’s Grammar School and Haverhill High School. She worked for many years in Haverhill's shoe industry. Later, having earned her real estate lisence, she was employed at Costello Real Estate and Marianna Morse Real Estate. She retiried in 1985, having sold many homes throughout the Merrimack Valley. She and her husband also hosted friends, family and local beach-goers at their cottage in Salisbury. Janet traveled many places throughout the country and the world with her husband; they enjoyed spending winters together with friends and neighbors at their home in Lakeland, Florida.

Janet is well known for her prolific craft-making skills including knitting, crocheting, embroidery and sewing - to name a few. Visitors to her home always came away with a hand-made towel, scarf, hat, or some other treasure. She also volunteered her crafting skills at Kenoza Manor Nursing Home and Haverhill Crossings.

She leaves three sons, Paul D. Merrill and his wife Karen, of Greenville, Indiana, Edward Clifford Merrill and his wife Irene, of Lawrence, and Kenneth L. Merrill, of China, Maine. She also leaves two daughters, Barbara J. Adams and her husband Donald, of Pleasanton, California, and Janis M. Taylor and her husband Raymond, of Haverhill.
Janet's grandchildren and great-grandchildren include Paula Merrill of New Albany, Indiana, Krista Merrill and her husband Scott Pikulski of Chicago, Illinois, Erica Merrill also of Chicago, Christopher Merrill, his wife Rebecca and their two children Colby and Haley of Salem New Hampshire, Allison Blount, her husband Markell and their two children Alexandria and Isabella of North Andover; and Meghan Perkins, her husband James and their two children Heidi and Nathan of Nashua. Janet also leaves a brother and sister in law, Alvin W. and Alice I. (Glover) Dick, of Plaistow, NH, two sisters, Rita Shaw, of Atkinson, and Theresa Kamberalis, of Haverhill, along with several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brother Leonard Dick.

Janet lived in Haverhill all her life including 60 years on Corliss Hill road enjoying long term friendships with the Collins, Lesiczka, Langlois and Briggs families. She is also close friends of the Deveau family, also of Haverhill, and the Morisky family of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Janet will be sadly missed by family, friends and neigbors alike.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Saturday, April 3, from 10:00 AM until 1:00 PM, at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will take place immediately following the period of visitation at 1:00 PM. Memorial donations may be made to Beacon Hospice, 350 Main St. Haverhill, MA 01830. www.comeaufuneral.com

Gordon I. Crowell, 73

Haverhill - Gordon I. Crowell, 73, of Haverhill, died Friday, March 26, at the Lawrence General Hospital after being stricken ill suddenly at home.

Born in Wakefield, MA, he was the son of the late, Horace E. and Mabel (Whalen) Crowell. His family resided in Reading, and moved to Haverhill as a young child. He attended Haverhill Public Schools. A Veteran of the Korean War, Mr. Crowell served his country as a proud member of the U.S. Air Force. He was a life member of the Haverhill AMVETS Post 147 Haverhill.

Mr. Crowell was employed in the local shoe industry for many years. He worked for the Allen Shoe Company in Haverhill for over twenty years until the company closed its doors in 1991. He then went to work for Scandia Plastics Inc. in Plaistow, NH.

The widower of Joanne (Palamara) who died in 1996, he leaves two brothers, Horace E. Crowell and his wife, Lois, of Beaver Dam, AZ, William A. Crowell and his wife, Regina, of Rochester, NH, a sister, Mary Brakehill, of Ukiah, CA, six nieces, Michelle Dionne, of Bradford, Karen Rogers, of Gilford, NH, Melinda Burgos, of Gilford, NH, Bonnie Sheldon, of Haverhill, Joyce Crowell, of Somersworth, NH, and Julie McGinty, of Londonderry, NH. He was predeceased by his brothers, Richard, James, and his companion of many years, Dorothy Perry.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to attend his memorial service at 10:00 AM on Thursday, April 1, at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Burial with military honors will follow in Forest Glade Cemetery, Lowell St. Wakefield, MA. Memorial donations may be made to the Veteran’s Northeast Outreach Center, 65 Cedar St. Haverhill, MA 01830.

Helen (LaValle) Dager-Mills, 85

Plaistow, NH - Helen (LaValle) Dager-Mills, 85, of Plaistow, died Thursday, March 25, at the Mt. Carmel Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Manchester, NH after a lengthy illness.

Born in Lynn, she was the daughter of the late, Henry R. and Mary (Hartigan) LaValle-Taylor. She attended Lynn Public Schools and was a Graduate of Lynn English High School, Class of 1943. A devoted mother, grandmother, and homemaker, Mrs. Mills was also employed as an armature winder, at Signal Manufacturing in Salem, MA for over fifteen years. She previously resided in West Peobody, before relocating to Plaistow eight years ago.

The widow of Donald E. Dager Sr. and James J. Mills, she leaves, two sons, Donald E. Dager Jr, and his wife, Kathleen, of Hampstead, NH, Patrick J. Mills and his wife, Stephani, of Danville, NH, a daughter Kimberly P. (Mills) Lucier, and her husband Mark, of Sandown, NH, eight grandchildren, Steffen M. Dager, Beth A. Dager, Katie L., Jennifer B., Nicole S. and Staci L. Lucier, Corey P. and Steven J. Mills, an aunt, Evelyn Colangelo, of Lynn, and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a step sister, Ruby (Taylor) Guarino.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Sunday afternoon from 2 until 5:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will take place in the funeral home immediately following the period of visitation at 5:00 PM. Burial will take place on Tuesday, March 30, at 2:00 PM in Pine Grove Cemetery, Lynn.

Cynthia C. (Russell) Johnson, 51

Haverhill, MA - Cynthia C. (Russell) Johnson, 51, of Candia, NH, formerly of Haverhill, died Monday, March 22, at the Merrimack Valley Hospital after a brief illness.

Born in Newburyport, she was the daughter of the late, Ralph and Mazie (Lattime) Russell. She attended Newburyport public schools.

Cynthia loved children. She was especially close to all of her nieces and nephews. She enjoyed reading books, playing BINGO, and bowling.

She leaves her beloved husband of thirty-two years, Kenneth Johnson, of Candia, NH, four brothers, Ralph and his wife Sandra Russell, of Hope Mills, SC, Dana and his wife Christine Russell, of Derry, NH, Richard Russell, of Merrimac, Eric and his wife Karen Russell, of Tampa, FL, two sisters, Patricia and her husband David Auricchio, of Summerville, SC, Tina and her husband, Kevin Garrett, of Plaistow, NH, an uncle, Jacob Lattime, of Manchester by the Sea, father in law, Richard M. Johnson, sister in law, Joann Gostanian, both of Haverhill, seventeen, nieces and nephews, and nine great nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Friday, March 26, from 5 to 7:00 PM, at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held following hours of visitation at 7:00 PM in the funeral home.

Paul D. Goudreault Sr., 63

Haverhill - Paul D. Goudreault Sr., 63, of Haverhill, died Tuesday, March 23, at the Oxford Nursing Home in Haverhill, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born in Haverhill, he was the son of Stella (Gigliotti) Goudreault Dame, He attended St. James Grammar School and was a Graduate of Haverhill High School. A Vietnam Veteran, Mr. Goudreault proudly served his country earning the Vietnam service medal, National Defense Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal and the rank of Corporal before being honorably discharged.

Throughout his career, he was employed by various manufacturers in the area, Lockheed Martin, Boarden Chemical, Bailey’s and Bixby International. He enjoyed NASCAR racing, going to New England Dragway, and cherished the trip he and his late wife, June, took to LasVegas.

The widower of June L. (Cunningham) who died in 2007, he leaves his two sons, Paul D. Jr. and his companion, Malissa Downey, David R. Goudreault, all of Bradford, two daughters, Michelle D. Trent, of Haverhill, Lori L. and her husband Shaun R. Moran, also of Bradford, a brother and sister in law, David L. and Patricia Goudreault, of Hampstead, NH, four grandchildren, Kassidy Palies, Nicholas Goudreault, Karen Goudreault, Dino Trent Jr, several cousins, and nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Thursday, March 25, from 5 until 8:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held on Friday at 9:00 AM from the funeral home with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 AM in St. James Church, Winter St. Haverhill. Burial will follow with military honors in St. James Cemetery, Primrose St. Haverhill. Memorial donations may be made to the Veterans Northeast Outreach Center, 75 Cedar St. Haverhill, MA.

Clifford L. “Red” Grandmont, 83

Haverhill -Clifford L. “Red” Grandmont, 83, of Haverhill, died Sunday, March 21 at the Merrimack Valley after being stricken ill suddenly at home.

Born in Haverhill he was the son of the late, Clifford A. and Lucy (Gardella) Grandmont. He attended Haverhill public schools and was a graduate of Haverhill High School. A Veteran of WWII, he proudly served his country in the U.S. Army.

Mr. Grandmont was a self employed painting contractor, proprietor of Grandmont Painting Co., retiring in 1995. He was a model airplane enthusiast, an avid fisherman, and he never drove past a yard sale or auction without stopping. He was a lover of all animals.

The widower of Eileen F. (Rand) Grandmont, who died in 2003, he leaves four sons, Clifford J. and his wife Tara, of Winterhaven, FL, S. Michael and Carlene (Windle), Joseph L., James M. and his fiancé, Amanda Bayliss, three daughters , Rose Mary Morse and her husband, Earl, Deborah J. and Owen Shackley, Patricia E. McComiskey and her husband James, all of Haverhill, sixteen grandchildren, Paul straw, Theresa Straw, Patricia Hill, Mark Lucia, Aaron Lucia, Theresa Freeman, Phyllis Dube, Hunter Stewart, Alexis Stewart, Felicia, Ariana, Payton, Logan, Andrew, Michael, Jana Grandmont, and ten great-grandchildren.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Tuesday, from 5 until 8:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Wednesday at 10:00 AM in St. James Church, Winter St. Haverhill. Burial will follow in St. Patrick’s Cemetery, North Broadway, Haverhill.

Dorothy Ann Perry, 47

Haverhill, MA - Dorothy Ann Perry, 47, of Haverhill, died Thursday, March 11, at the Merrimack Valley Hospital after a lengthy illness.

Born in Haverhill, she was the daughter of the late, Alfred J. Perry Sr, and Dorothy L. (Gilbert). She attended Haverhill Public Schools and Haverhill High School.

Dorothy enjoyed spending time out doors, especially on the beach, or near the ocean. She loved all kinds of animals, and did her best to be a very caring and giving person to all who knew her. She leaves a son, Matthew, a daughter, Shannon, two sisters, Jane LaValley, of the Bradford section of Haverhill, and Celeste Barnard, of Haverhill, a brother Paul D. Perry, of California, and nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brother Alfred J. Perry Jr.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to attend a memorial service on Wednesday, March 24, at 11:00 AM in the Universalist Unitarian Church of Haverhill, 15 Kenoza Ave. Haverhill. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one’s choice. Arrangenments are by the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill.

H. John Powell, 60

Haverhill -H. John Powell, 60, of Haverhill, died Thursday, March 18 at the Merrimack Valley Hospital in Haverhill.

John was the son of Evelyn M. (Johnson) and the late Walter R. Powell Sr. John was born in Battle Creek, Michigan, where his parents were stationed with the military. Growing up in Haverhill as a young child, John attended Haverhill Public Schools and was a Graduate of Haverhill High School, Class of 1967. A Vietnam War Veteran, he enlisted into the United States Army and proudly served his country. He was honorably discharged, earning the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, and Army Commendation Medal. He was a member of the Haverhill AMVETS post 47.

John was employed by the City of Haverhill as Lieutenant for the Haverhill Fire Department. He served his city for twenty- seven years, retiring in 2003. As most in his line of work, his second job was that of a skilled custom cabinet maker. After retiring from the fire department, he enjoyed a second career at the Home Depot Co. in the Kitchen Design Department at the Plaistow location.

John leaves his mother, Evelyn M. (Johnson) Powell, Gillen, Standing, of East Hampstead, NH, his loving companion of twelve years, Paulette S. Noel, of Haverhill, two children, Lance M. Powell and his wife, Hope O. (Perkins), of Haverhill, a daughter Mara E. (Powell) Perlack and her husband, Dale J., of Dracut, their mother, Susan M. (Cerasuolo) Powell, of Haverhill, his extended family, Tara L. Hatfield, of Plaistow, Shawn Hatfield, of Bradford, brothers and their wives, Kevin J. and Susan M. (Tremblay) Powell, of Plaistow, John E. “Eddie” and Tammi (LaChappelle) Gillen, Tyler J. Powell, sisters and their husbands, Jeanne (Powell) and Joseph Ferguson, Derorah J. (Powell) Dinges, and Tarri LaChappelle, all of the Bradford section of Haverhill, seven grandchildren, Emma, Samuel, Elizabeth, and Ally Powell, Dale Perlack Jr, Christian and Julia Hatfield, and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother, Walter R. Powell Jr., brother in law, Robert Dinges, and step father, John Gillen. He will be missed by his best little buddy, Jake.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Sunday, March 21, from 2 until 6 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 22, at 10:00 AM in the First Baptist Church, 217 Main St. Haverhill. Burial will follow with Fire Department and Military Honors in the Firefighters Memorial Section of Linwood Cemetery, Mill St. Haverhill.

Miss Frances Constance Mosher, 79

Newbury, MA - Miss Frances Constance Mosher, of Plum Island and Tampa, FL, formerly of Haverhill, died Monday, March 15 at the Lawrence General Hospital. She was 79 years old. Born in Haverhill, she was the daughter of the late, Frederick L. Mosher Sr, and Frances C. (Furlong). She was a Graduate of Haverhill High School, Class of 1948.

Miss Mosher was employed as a Lab. Technician at the former Western Electric/AT&T/ Lucent Technologies Corp. in North Andover for over thirty five years, retiring in 1988. Frances was an avid bowler and loved dogs. Since retiring, she split her time between homes on Plum Island and Tampa, Florida. Besides being universally known for her gentle, caring and generous soul, she had a renowned reputation for fishing. She will be fondly remembered by all her friends at Surfland Bait shop on Plum Island and by all her fishing buddies and friends at Homes of Regency Cove in Tampa.

She leaves three sisters, Marie Miller, of Atkinson, NH, Pauline Poitras, of Plaistow, NH, Ellen Rowinski, of Fort Lauderdale, FL, and a brother, Arthur Mosher, of Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, FL, several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brothers, John Mosher, Frederick L. Mosher Jr, and William Mosher.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Saturday morning from 9:30 until 10:30 at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Her Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 AM in All Saints Church, 120 Bellevue Ave. Haverhill. Burial will follow in the family lot at St. Patrick’s Cemetery, North Broadway, Haverhill. Memorial donations, in lieu of flowers, may be made in her name to NARSAD at CharityNavigator.org.

Mercie M. (Daggett) Brooks, 86

Haverhill, MA - Mercie M. (Daggett) Brooks, 86, of Haverhill, died Saturday, March 6, at the Penacook Place Nursing Home after a lengthy illness.

Born in Haverhill she was the daughter of the late, Edson and Mildred (Kelso) Daggett, and step daughter to the late, Anne (LaFoe) Daggett. She attended Haverhill Public Schools and was a Graduate of Haverhill High School, Class of 1941. She was Head Majorette at Haverhill High School, and later volunteered as Head Chaperone for the original V.F.W. Lorraine Post 29 Shoemakers Drum and Bugle Corps.

Mrs. Brooks was employed as the office receptionist at Penacook Place for over thirty years. She referred to her co workers as her other family. She also spent a number of years working at Cleary Cleaners and E-Z Way Cleaners in Haverhill.

The widow of Peter G. Brooks, she leaves three daughters, Judith (Brooks) Livingstone, and her husband Keith, of Seabrook, NH, Linda (Brooks) Plourde, and her husband Richard, of Haverhill, Jody (Brooks) Waddington and her friend Gary Mazza, of Haverhill, six grandchildren, Tammy Sargent and her partner, Mary Beth Zambella, of Haverhill, Michele Sargent, of Marshall VA, Barry Sargent and friend, Lynette Gagnon, of Seabrook, NH, Nicole (Waddington) Hernandez, and her husband, Juan, of Haverhill, Therese Plourde, of Haverhill, Meaghan Waddington and her friend, Jay Rivera, of Haverhill, six great-grandchildren, Andrew Sargent, Hunter Sargent, Madisyn Casey, Isaac Hernandez, Victor “JJ “ DeAza Jr, Nevaeh Rivera, and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by siblings, Muriel Elliott, Dana Daggett, and Wilbur Daggett.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Monday from 5 until 8 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, March 9, at 10:00 AM in the funeral home. Burial will follow at Linwood Cemetery Haverhill. Memorial donations may be made in her name to the Penacook Place Activities Fund, 150 Water St. Haverhill, MA 01830.

Rita Alma (St.Cyr) Robertson, 75

Plaistow, NH – Rita Alma (St.Cyr) Robertson, 75, of Plaistow, formerly of Haverhill, died Monday, March 1, at the Exeter Hospital, after a lengthy illness.

Born in Haverhill, she was the daughter of the late Joseph F. St.Cyr and Alina Y. (Fournier). She was a graduate of St. Joseph Grammar School and attended Haverhill High School.

A devout wife, mother, and grandmother, Mrs. Robertson began her career employed in the local shoe industry. She also worked for Woolworth’s and J.M. Field’s Department Stores in Haverhill. For the last twenty years she was a code and edit clerk for the I.R.S. in North Andover, retiring in July of 2009. Mrs. Robertson enjoyed nothing more than spending her spare time with her children, grandchildren, and siblings.

The widow of Robert H. Robertson Sr, who died in 2003, she leaves her children and their spouses, Robert H. Jr, and his wife, Dana L. Robertson, of South Riding, VA, Glenn S. and his wife, Cheryl A. (Bourdelais) Robertson, of Effingham, NH, and Jodi A. Oliver and her husband Timothy W., of Brentwood, NH, twelve grandchildren, Emily, Sarah, Benjamin, Thomas, and Chloe Oliver, Jennifer and Haley Robertson, Nicholas, Sean and Cody Jones, and Shelby and Dawn-Marie Saleski, four great grandchildren, Haley Russ, Andrew, Austin and Alex Seleski, two brothers, Richard W. St.Cyr, of Vancouver, WA, and Arthur R. and his wife Helen, of Haverhill, two sisters, Adele I. Tragiou, of Epping, Theresa M. Campbell, of Merrimac, and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her siblings, Phyllis L. Royce, Yvonne D. St.Cyr, Marie A. Lowther, Joseph O. St.Cyr, and Robert R. St. Cyr.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call, on Thursday, March 4, from 6 until 8:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home on Friday at 10:00 AM. Burial will follow in Plaistow Cemetery, Elm St. Plaistow, NH. Memorial donations may be made to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, 10 Brookline Place West, 6th floor, Brookline, MA 02445-7226. www.comeaufuneral.com

Denise M. (Paradis) LaValley, 53

Haverhill, MA - Denise M. (Paradis) LaValley, 53, of Haverhill, died Friday, February 26, at the Lahey Clinic in Burlington, after being stricken ill suddenly at home.

Born in Haverhill, she was the daughter of the late John A. Paradis and Agnes M. (Clement). She attended Haverhill Public Schools and Haverhill High School..

Mrs. LaValley was employed as a skiver for the Bixby International Company in Newburyport. A talented crafter, she was a selfless, generous person, and enjoyed giving personal gifts of love to friends and family. Along with her sister, she looked forward to Tuesday night BINGO at the Plaistow Fish and Game Club.

She leaves her beloved husband of twenty years, Eugene “Gene” LaValley, of Haverhill, her daughter, Carrie-Ann (McFadden) Quinney, of Deering, NH, two step daughters, Angela J. LaValley, of Davie, FL, Stepanie J. LaValley, of Lake Tahoe, NV, cherished grandchildren, Taylor, Kaitlyn and Eric T. Quinney Jr, three brothers, David M. Paradis and his wife Nancy, of Haverhill, Andre G. Breton, and his wife Angela, of Haverhill, Gaston N. Breton Jr, of Key West, FL, sisters, Donna M. Paradis, Debra M. Rake and her husband Danny, all of Topeka, KS, Diane M. Aubrey and her Husband, Raymond, of Plaistow, Jacqueline C. Bushong, of FL, half sisters, Kathleen J. Talbot, of Goodyear, AZ, Kendra Bisson, of Somerworth, NH, Karolyn Thomas, of Henderson, NV, and several nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Tuesday, March 2, from 6 until 8:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home on Wednesday at 10:00 AM. Burial will take place in the spring at Atkinson Cemetery, Atkinson, NH. Memorial contributions may be made to the APDA MA Chapter (American Parkinson Disease Association) 72 E. Concord St.,C3 Boston, MA 02118.

John Dennis Shaw, 59

Haverhill -John Dennis Shaw, 59, of Haverhill, died Wednesday, February 24, at the Maplewood Care & Rehabilitation Center in Amesbury after a lengthy illness.

Born in Haverhill, August 10, 1950, he was the son of the late Harry S. Shaw III, and Alma (Cunningham). He attended Haverhill Public Schools and was a Graduate of Haverhill Trade School, Class of 1968. A Vietnam Veteran, he proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force and was honorably discharged after four years.

Mr. Shaw was employed as a Nursing Assistant at Whittier Rehabilitation in Haverhill for over ten years. He was previously employed by the Vernon Plastics Co.

He leaves two sons, John D. Shaw, Jr., of Hampton, NH, Randy A. Shaw, of Bradford, two daughters, Shannon M. Shaw, of Bradford, Belinda C. Backstrom and her husband, Gary, of Lacombe, LA, four grandchildren, Brandon, Bret, Owen, and Danielle, a brother, Harry C. Shaw, of Bradford, three sisters, Pamela St. Onge, of CA, Lois Quinn, of Haverhill, Maureen Whitman, of PA, and several nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to his graveside committal with Military Honors in the Veterans section at Linwood Cemetery, 41 John Ward Ave, Haverhill, on Monday March 1, at 1:00 PM. Arrangements are by the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Memorial donations may be made to the Veterans Northeast Outreach Center, 65 Cedar St. Haverhill, MA 01830.

William J. Comeau, 82

Salisbury-William J. Comeau, 82, of Salisbury, formerly of Haverhill, died Tuesday February 23, at the Anna Jaques Hospital in Newburyport after a brief illness.

Born in Keene, NH, he was the son of the late Maurice J. and Susan (Monroe) Comeau. He was educated in Haverhill Public Schools and was a Graduate of Haverhill Trade School, Class of 1945. A WWII Veteran, he proudly served his country enlisting in the U.S. Navy. He received the WWII Victory Medal and Asiatic-Pacific Area Ribbon. His memberships include, American Legion Post 70, Seabrook, NH, VFW Lorraine Post 29, Haverhill, AMVETS Post 147, Haverhill, and life member Haverhill Ridge Runners Fish and Game, Haverhill.

Mr. Comeau was a skilled metal fabricator and applied his trade throughout a lengthy career. He was a fifty year member of the Sheet Metal Worker’s International Association, Local 17, Dorchester, MA, retiring in 1990. For the latter part of his career, Bill had the fortunate privilege of working along side his son, Mark, who owns Comeau Sheet Metal, in Haverhill.

He leaves his beloved companion of twenty-four years, Paula Hughes, of Salisbury, daughter and son in law, Debra A. and Daniel Goulet, of Hollis, NH, three sons and their wives, Gregory W. and Linda Comeau, of Haverhill, Mark S. and Marie Comeau, of Methuen, and William J. and Michele (Rizzotti) Comeau, of Plaistow, NH, two sisters, Geraldine A. Lanen, of Easthampton, MA, Marlene C. Fitzgerald, of Haverhill, ten grandchildren, three great grandchildren, and nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a sister, Suzanne A. Chareth.

At the request of Mr. Comeau, funeral services are private. Arrangements are under the direction of the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Memorial donations may be made in his name to the Veterans Northeast Outreach Center, 65 Cedar St. Haverhill, MA 01830.

Clifton A. Clarke III, 59

Haverhill -Clifton A. Clarke III, 59 of the Bradford section of Haverhill, died Sunday February 21 at the Merrimack Valley Hospital in Haverhill after being stricken ill suddenly at home.

Born in Haverhill, he was the son of Clifton A. Clarke Jr. and Dorothy A. (Spaulding). He was educated in the Haverhill Public School system and was a Graduate of Haverhill Trade School, Class of 1969. He then attended Cardinal Cushing Academy for one year. An accomplished athlete, he loved Football, and during his high school years he played on the Haverhill High School Football Team, and later played for Cardinal Cushing Academy.

For over forty years, Mr. Clarke was employed at Northern Essex Community College. He began his career as a custodian and became the Superintendent of Buildings and Grounds. Devoted to his family he was a mentor to those close to him. He was an avid sports enthusiast, whether watching or being involved in a game.

He leaves a son, Ryan J. Clarke, of Plaistow, NH, a daughter, Kristin A. Clarke, of Haverhill, a step-daughter and her husband, Debra and Eric Baker, also of Plaistow, NH, mother, Dorothy A. (Spaulding) and her husband, Richard F. Gilmore, of East Kingston, NH, father, Clifton A. Clarke Jr. and his wife, Nancy, of Sun City, AZ, five grandchildren, Jaylen Brown, Philip Brown, Arcadia Yapp, Joeleis Muniz-Clarke, and Acasha Muniz-Clarke, a brother, Michael J. Harris and his wife, Carole A. (Struzziero), of Boxford, four sisters, Sharon L. Washington and her husband Barry, of Wayne, PA, Nancy J. Diamantopoulos and her husband, James, of Dracut, Jane E. Harris-Fale and her husband Greg. A., of Bradford, Connie Davidson and her husband Patrick, of Ontario, CA, aunt, Janice and Ronald Pinette, of Haverhill, uncle, James Clarke, of Avon, CO, his companion of ten years, Laurie A. (Richardson) Dovey, of Haverhill, and several nieces and nephews

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Thursday, February 25, from 4 until 8:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 26, at 11:00 AM in the Technology Center Building at Northern Essex Community College, 100 Elliott St. Haverhill. Burial will follow in Linwood Cemetery, Haverhill. Memorial donations may be made in his name to Opportunity Works, 10 Opportunity Way, Newburyport, MA 01950.

Robert W. Buckley, 77

Haverhill -Robert W. Buckley, 77, of the Bradford section of Haverhill, died Friday, February 12, 2010 at the Lawrence General Hospital.

Born in Haverhill, he was the son of the late, William H. and Evelyn G. (Wood) Buckley. He attended Haverhill Public Schools and was a Graduate of Haverhill Trade School, class of 1951. A Korean War Veteran, Mr. Buckley proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. He fought on the lines in Korea, receiving a Korean Service Medal with 1 Bronze Star. He was transferred to Japan where he was assigned to work for the Stars and Stripes Newspaper.

Mr. Buckley was employed as a painter at the Essex Agricultural and Technical High School in Danvers for over twenty-two years, retiring in 1994. Previously he was employed as Security at AVCO Systems Corp.

He leaves his beloved wife and high school sweetheart of fifty-two years, Dorothy M. (Williams) Buckley, of Bradford, two sons, Robert W. Jr, also of Bradford, William G, and his wife Diane (Phaneuf) of Atkinson, NH, a grandson, Aaron J. Buckley and nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday morning at 9:00 AM from the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill, with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:30 AM in Sacred Hearts Church, South Main St. Bradford. Burial will follow in Elmwood Cemetery, Salem St. Bradford. Memorial donations may be made to the Mercy Home for Boys and Girls, 1140 West Jackson Blvd. Chicago, IL 60607-2906.

Eugene “Gene” Charles Ferguson, 74

Haverhill - Eugene “Gene” Charles Ferguson, 74, of Haverhill, died Monday, February 8, at his home surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born in Haverhill, he was the son of the late Harold A. and Margaret E. (Collins) Ferguson. He was a Graduate of both St. James Grammar School and St. James High School Class of 1953. A Veteran of the Korean War, he served in the U.S. Navy. He was an active member of the AMVETS Post 147 Haverhill. While serving on the AMVETS board of directors he was particularly proud of the improvements that were made to the club.

Mr. Ferguson was employed as a Deputy Sheriff for the Essex County Corrections Department for seventeen years, retiring in 1997. For seventeen years previous, he was employed by the Catholic Cemetery Association of the Archdiocese of Boston as a caretaker at St. James Cemetery in Haverhill. An avid golfer, he was a member of the Garrison League at the Crystal Springs Golf Club. He enjoyed gaming excursions, traveling to Foxwoods and Las Vegas.

The widower of Zoe S. (Zottu), he leaves his two sons, Joseph C. and his wife Jeanne (Powell) Ferguson, of Bradford, Barry J. Ferguson and his partner, Kelly M. Solimine, of Haverhill, a daughter, Lisa M. and her husband Wayne F. Lang, of East Hampstead, NH, significant companion of eight years, Nadine Donovan, a brother, William N. and his wife, Carole A. Ferguson, of Salem, NH, sisters, Shirley F. and her husband Albert Gigliotti, of Haverhill, and Janet M. Ferguson, of Tewksbury, grandchildren, Jared, Kacie, Ryan, and Logan Ferguson, brother in law Steven J. Zottu and his wife, Anne of Bradford, and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his siblings, Robert, John, and Richard.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Thursday, February 11, from 4 until 8:00 PM, at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held on Friday at 9:00 AM from the funeral home with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 AM in All Saints Church, 120 Bellevue Ave. Haverhill. Burial with Military Honors will follow in Linwood Cemetery, Haverhill. Memorial donations may be made in his name to the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, 10 Brookline Place West, 6th Floor, Brookline, MA 02445-7226 ATTN: Contribution Services.

David Ramos Vasquez, 73

Haverhill - David Ramos Vasquez, 73, of Haverhill, died Friday, January 29 at the Merrimack Valley Hospital after being stricken ill suddenly at home.

Born in Vega Baja, Puerto Rico, he was the son of the late, Juan Vasquez and Felicita Ramos. He was educated in Puerto Rico and has resided in Haverhill since1976.

Mr. Vasquez has worked as a laborer in local manufacturing facilities for many years. He enjoyed boxing and in his younger years he was a feared pugilist. He loved music, dancing and spending time with family.

He leaves his beloved partner of over twenty years, Janice Rettig, daughters, Ruth Canales, and Nora Baez, a son, Fernando Vazquez, all of Haverhill, a brother, Juan Vazquez, of PR, six grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to attend his memorial service on Tuesday, February 2, at 2:00 PM in the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill.

Richard Henry Loiselle, 63

Haverhill - Richard Henry Loiselle, 63, of Haverhill, formerly of Amesbury, died Saturday, January 2, at Anna Jaques Hospital in Newburyport after being stricken ill suddenly.

Born in Stowe Township, PA, he was the son of the late, Donald and Ruth H. (Swords) Loiselle. He resided in Amesbury most of his life, attending Amesbury public schools and Amesbury High School. A Veteran of the Vietnam War, he served in the U.S. Navy. He was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal with One Bronze Star. He leaves his many beloved friends at the Amesbury Redemption Center.

Friends and family may call on Monday morning from 11:00 until Noon at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Burial with Military Honors will follow at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery, 110 Daniel Webster Highway, Boscawen, NH.

Edward Durette, 50

Salisbury - Timothy Edward Durette, 50, of Salisbury, formerly of Haverhill, died Friday, January 29, unexpectedly at his home.

Born in Haverhill, October 21, 1959, he was the son of the late, Charles E. and Bernadette G. (McGowan) Durette. He attended Haverhill public schools and was a Graduate of Haverhill High School, Class of 1977. He then went on to continue his education at the Peterson Technical School in Woburn. He has resided in Salisbury for the past four years.

Mr. Durette was employed as the Chief Maintenance Engineer for the Holiday Inn Corporation in Brookline, MA for over fifteen years, retiring in 2002. He enjoyed living near the ocean, and loved walking along the beach with his beloved wife, Patricia and their dog Teddy.

He leaves his wife, Patricia A. (Fieldsend) Durette, of Salisbury, and her children, Harley J. , and Stevie Lee Senter, both of Plaistow, and Jessica J. Senter, of Atkinson, brothers, Charles G. Durette and his partner, Leanne Campbell, of Manchester, John D. Durette and his wife Shelley, of Bradford, four sisters, Sharon A. Durette, and her partner, Patricia A. Sorenson, of Georgetown, Colleen E. Curtis and her husband, Charles, of Bradford, Kathleen M. Cote, and her husband Russell, of Hampstead, Monica E. Wholley, of Haverhill, mother and father in law, Donald and Carolee Fieldsend, of Exeter, brothers in law, Mark and Keith Fieldsend, sisters in law, Lynn Sadowski, and Sue McKinnon, and several nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Monday from 4 until 7:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday morning at 9:00 AM from the funeral home with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 AM in St. James Church, Winter St. Haverhill. Burial will follow in the family lot at Maplewood/North Parish Cemetery, Rte 121A, Plaistow. Memorial donations may be made to the MSPCA, Nevins Farm, 400 Broadway, Methuen, MA 01844.

Thomas R. Medrano, 71

Haverhill - Thomas R. Medrano, 71, of Haverhill, formerly of Leeds, ME, died Saturday, January 23, 2010 at the Oxford Nursing Home in Haverhill after a lengthy illness.

Born in Boston, he was the son of the late, Melecio and Anne (Pratt) Medrano. His early years were spent in Medford where he attended elementary school. His family relocated to Maine, where he attended Lewiston High School and was a 1956 Graduate. Moving back to the Boston area, he received a B.S. Degree from Boston University.

Mr. Medrano was employed as a surveyor for a Boston area civil engineering firm, until his retirement over ten years ago.

He leaves two brothers, his twin brother with whom he lived, Dana F. Medrano, of Haverhill, and Carroll P. Medrano, of New York City, New York.

Friends are respectfully invited to call on Tuesday at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill, from 6 until 8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday at 10:00 AM in St. James Church, Winter St. Haverhill. Burial will follow in Linwood Cemetery, Haverhill. www.comeaufuneral.com

Edith (Perkins) Guerin, 72

Haverhill, MA - Edith B. (Perkins) Guerin, 72, of the Bradford section of Haverhill, died Friday, January 22, at the Merrimack Valley Hospital, with her family by her bedside, after being recently diagnosed with lung cancer.

Born in Newburyport, July 7, 1937, she was the daughter of the late, Joseph B. and Muriel (Kershaw) Perkins and lived in Haverhill all of her life. She was educated in the Haverhill Public School System and was a Graduate of Haverhill High School, Class of 1955.

After working at Western Electric in Haverhill, she devoted herself to a life as a mother, grandmother, and homemaker. Her life revolved around her family. She loved traveling, and especially enjoyed her trips to Ireland. Her house had an open door policy, all were welcome, and she made you feel like you were at home. She happily served as a maternity consultant to her family, extended family and many of their friends. Her enormous love of children led to a long career as a day care provider. Edie was an especially talented custom baker.

She leaves her sons, Jeffrey J. Guerin, with whom she lived, and former mayor, the honorable John J. Guerin, and his wife Lisa (Duggan), of Bradford, four daughters and their husbands, Kim E. and Matthew Seliger, of Smithtown, NY, Kathy A, and Bruce McGuiness, of Haverhill, Kristine M. and Jeremy Twombly and Karla S. and Daniel McCarthy, all of Haverhill, cherished grandchildren, Daniel, Noelle, and Briana Guerin, Kyle and Rachel Seliger, Charles, Alexis, and Justine Courtois, Heather and Joshua Twombly, and Ryan and Brandon McCarthy, two brothers and their wives, George and Linda (Lupi) Perkins, of Haverhill, Donald and Joanne Perkins, of Natick, two sisters and their husbands, H. Sue and Roy Barlow, of Norfolk, VA, Barbara and Victor Lagasse, of Londonderry, NH, and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her son, Daniel L. Guerin, siblings, Joseph B. Perkins Jr, Elaine Demeritt, and niece, Lynda J. Demeritt.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Sunday, from 5 until 8 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held from the funeral home at 8:00 AM, Monday, with a Mass of Christian burial to be celebrated at 9:00 AM in All Saints Church, 120 Bellevue Ave. Haverhill. Burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery, Salem St. Bradford. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to: Learning for Life, c/o Haverhill Public School Special Education Department, 4 Summer Street, Haverhill, MA 01830. www.comeaufuneral.com

Christopher Richard Roche, 15

Haverhill - Christopher Richard Roche, 15, of Haverhill, died Wednesday, January 13, 2010 at Children’s Hospital in Boston, with his family by his side, following a brief illness.

Born in Lawrence, on January 1, 1995, the son of John P. “Jack “and Gail B. (Valli) Roche. A lifelong Haverhill resident, he was an outstanding student. He attended the Burnham School, Nettle School, Golden Hill School and was presently attending his freshman year at Haverhill High School. His aspirations were to be a computer programmer and I.T. professional. He enjoyed music, and was a self taught guitarist, often playing for his family. He enjoyed assembling models, early morning walks on the beach, and was a former member of Pack 13 Cub scouts in Haverhill. His spirit and love for life will be sadly missed by all who knew him, but his memory will live on forever.

Along with his beloved mother and father, he leaves his dear sister, Monica L. Roche, of Haverhill, paternal grandparents, John R. “Dick” and Esther M. (Blaisdell) Roche, of Groveland, maternal grandfather, Richard L.“Dickie” Valli, of Amesbury, uncles, Michael E. Roche, of Flagstaff, AZ, Brian R. Roche, of Merrimac, MA, Daniel J. Roche, of Salem, NH, Kevin R. Roche, of Haverhill, and James W. Roche, of Kensington, NH, aunts, Karen Valli, of Montreal, Canada, and Brandi Valli, of Haverhill, and several cousins. He was predeceased by his grandmother, Karol A. Kinser.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Sunday at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill, from 2 until 6 PM. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Monday, January, 18 at All Saints Church, 120 Bellevue Ave. Haverhill. Burial is private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in his name to the Christopher R. Roche memorial Fund, c/o Sovereign Bank, 340 Main St. Haverhill, MA 01830.

Lloyd Edward Hartwick, 81

Haverhill - Lloyd Edward Hartwick, 81, of Haverhill, died Wednesday, January 13, 2010, at the Merrimack Valley Hospital in Haverhill, after a lengthy illness.

Born in Haverhill, he was the son of the late, Harry and Jeanne (Gillespie) Hartwick. He attended Haverhill Public Schools and Haverhill High School. He left High school his junior year to enlist in the U.S. Navy. A WWII Veteran, he served aboard the USS Wisconsin and was awarded the WWII Victory Medal. He was honorably discharged as a Seamen Second Class.

In his early career, Mr. Hartwick was employed as a flooring contractor. He later became head of Maintenance at Mission Towers in Haverhill, retiring in 1995 after twenty years of service to the Bethany Community. He was an avid golfer, and enjoyed dancing. He listened to classical music and was a car buff.

He leaves a son, Richard A. Hartwick, of Maine, two daughters, Joyce E. Schleif and her husband Mark, of Florida, and Jill A. Aube, of Maine, six grandchildren, and two great grandchildren, and nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a, son, Gary L. Hartwick, a daughter, Jeanne Hartwick, brother, Gordon, sister, Hazel, and longtime companion, Natalie Poole.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Saturday, January 16, at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill, from 3 until 5 PM. Funeral services and burial are private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to, Bethany Community Services, 10 Phoenix Row, Haverhill, MA 01832.

Cora I. (Frisbie) Brown, 86

Haverhill, MA - Cora I. (Frisbie) Brown, 86, of Haverhill, formerly of Saint Joseph, Missouri, died Thursday, January 14, at the Wingate at Haverhill Nursing Home, surrounded by her family, after a lengthy illness.

Born in Versailles, MO, she was the daughter of the late, Ellis C. and Matilda (Saunders) Frisbie. She attended St. Joseph public schools. Living in Saint Joseph, MO, most of her life, she relocated to Haverhill six years ago.

A homemaker all of her life, she was the widow of Marvin A. Brown Sr.. She leaves her daughter and son in law with whom she lived, Diana S. and Henry “Butch” Cook, of Haverhill, two sons, Marvin A. Brown Jr., David L. and his wife Deborah (Motika) Brown, a brother, Russell Frisbie, a sister, Ruby Stanton, all of St. Joseph, MO, cherished grandchildren, Christina Callaway, Stephen Cook, Shawne Cook, David Brown Jr, Jason Brown, Joseph Brown, and Jessica Brown, several great grandchildren, great- great grandchildren, and nieces and nephews, she was predeceased by siblings, George, Woodrow, Raymond, Kenneth, Rubin, and Cloye.

Funeral services and burial will take place in St. Joseph, Missouri, local arrangements are under the direction of the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Memorial donations may be made to the charity of one’s choice. www.comeaufuneral.com.

Helen E.(Watts) Hein, 81

Haverhill, MA - Helen E.(Watts) Hein, 81, of Haverhill, died Wednesday, February 13, at Penacook Place in Haverhill after a lengthy illness.

Born in Malden on May 21, 1928, she was the daughter of the late, Francis and Alice (Tucker) Watts. She attended Haverhill public schools and was a Graduate of Haverhill High School, Class of 1946.

A devoted mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, Mrs. Hein was employed in production at the former A T & T / Lucent Technologies in North Andover for over twenty years, retiring in 1990. She was a member of the Communication Workers of America, and the First Presbyterian Church in Haverhill.

An avid walker, she also enjoyed a game of cards and playing shuffleboard.

She leaves a son, Malcolm E. Hein, Jr. and daughter in law, Sharon, of Haverhill, three daughters, Alice L. Cooper, of Bradford, Sally A. Casey and her husband Paul G., of Sandown, NH, Jo-Anne Dennis and her husband William D., of Groveland, grandchildren, Sara and Tova Cooper, Jonathan, Melissa, and Michael Dennis, Olivia Casey, and Theodora and Juliana Hein, great grandchildren, Ivelisse, Iliana, and Ixavier Pabon, three brothers and their wives, Henry and Marjorie Watts, of Atkinson, NH, Roger and Carol Watts, of Danvers, and Donald and Barbara Watts, of Saugus, a sister, Joan McAuliffe, of Haverhill, several nieces and nephews, and best friend, Pat Amersdorfer. She was predeceased by siblings, Frank Watts, Glorya Bourassa, Joyce Hein, and Jean Gillen.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Saturday, from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Graveside Funeral Services and burial will be held on May 22, 2010 in the family lot at Linwood Cemetery, Haverhill, a reception in her honor will follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in her name to the Alzheimer’s Association, 311 Arsenal St. Watertown, MA 02472, or Penacook Place 150 Water St. Haverhill, MA 01830.

Alfred Paul Liszewski, 84

Haverhill - Alfred Paul Liszewski, 84, of Haverhill, died Wednesday, January 6, at the Wingate of Haverhill Nursing Home.

Born in Lawrence, he was the son of the late, Stanislaw and Katarzyna (Kolton) Liszewski. He attended Lawrence Public Schools, and after completing his junior year at Lawrence High School, he enlisted into the U.S. Navy, where he would spend the next ten years. A WWII and Korean War Veteran, Mr. Liszewski was stationed aboard the USS Converse. During WWII, he served in the Pacific and the Philippine Theatre receiving a bronze star. He was honorably discharged in 1954.

A licensed television and radio technician, he was employed at Haverhill TV and Gobbi and Reynolds Company in Haverhill, retiring in 1987. He was a member of the Lorraine Post 29 VFW Haverhill. He enjoyed playing softball in many local leagues and bowling at St. Joseph’s Bowling League. Retirement to him did not mean to stop working. He had a strong work ethic, and devotion to his family. A “jack of all trades” he worked tirelessly at the home of his son, Stanley with a complete restoration of his house. He and his wife, Joanne were inseparable, and lived together in the Wingate at Haverhill.

He leaves his beloved wife of sixty years, Joanne M. (Hamel) Liszewski, two sons, Stanley P. and his wife, Deborah L. (Martel) Liszewski, of Haverhill, Stephen P. and his spouse, Corey Hsu, of Lynn, two cherished grandchildren, Jason P. and Kristen L. Liszewski, sister in law, Shirley Dietrick, of Haverhill, and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sisters, Helen Decocq, Mary Gaudes, and brother in law, Donald Hamel. Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Sunday from 12:00 until 2:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services and burial are private. Memorial donations may be made in his name to Beacon Hospice, 350 Main St. Haverhill, MA 01830. www.comeaufuneral.com

Louis Anthony Morelli, 74

Haverhill - Louis Anthony Morelli, 74, of Haverhill, died Tuesday, January 5, at the Oxford Nursing Home in Haverhill, surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Haverhill, he was the son of the late, Louis and Pauline (Durocher) Morelli. He attended Haverhill public schools and was a Graduate of Haverhill Trade School, Class of 1954. A U.S. Army Veteran, Mr. Morelli proudly served from 1957 until being honorably discharged in 1960.

For many years, Mr. Morelli was employed as a delivery man for the Wason-MacDonald Dairy Co. and later, Fantini Bakery in Haverhill. After ten years of service, he retired from Hood Coating Company in Georgetown in 1998.

The widower of Doris A. (Gleason) Morelli, who died in April, 2009, he leaves a son, Louis A. Morelli, of Atkinson, NH, a daughter Kathleen A. Pearson and her husband, Gregory, of West Roxbury, a granddaughter, Kristia L. Pearson, a sister Rosann Morelli, of Haverhill, and several nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Thursday (TODAY), from 6 until 8:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services and burial are private. www.comeaufuneral.com

Helen Marie (Gately) Higgins, 88

Haverhill, MA - Helen Marie (Gately) Higgins, 88, formerly of Bradford, died Friday, January 1, 2010 at the Baker-Katz Nursing Home after a two year struggle with declining health.

Born in Haverhill, she was the daughter of the late, Charles W. and Alice M. (Dewhirst) Gately. She was a Graduate of St. James High School, Class of 1939 and furthered her education at Westbrook Junior College in Portland, Maine, majoring in Retail Management/ Interior Design. She was employed as a billing administrator for the former Haverhill Electric Co, and Unity Shoe Company. In 1945 she married her husband, the late Frank M. Higgins with whom she shared fifty-eight years of marriage until his death in 2003.

In addition to being a homemaker, wife, and mother, she was involved with equestrian sports, and enjoyed a round of golf, whether it was at Crystal Springs or Bradford Country Club where she held title to Ladies Club Champion. She was a member of St. John the Baptist Church, and Catholic Daughters of the America’s Court Sacred Hearts #864.

She leaves two sons, Timothy J. Higgins and his wife Jane, of Salem, NH, William C. Higgins and his wife Victoria, of Newton, NH, a daughter, Patricia M. McClure and her husband Michael, of Eagle, CO, grandchildren, Jennifer and Ryan Higgins, two Brothers, Edward L. Gately and his wife, “Gigi”, of Groveland, Richard M. Gately and his wife Claire, of Rye, NH, a sister M. Nona Beauvais and her husband Edward, of Naples FL, and Sandown, NH, and nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her siblings, Leonard Gately, George Gately, Jack Gately, Alice Gately-Gillan and Ann Teoli.

Her Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, January 5, at 11:00 AM in St. John the Baptist Church, 140 Lincoln Ave. Haverhill. Burial will follow at Elmwood cemetery, Salem St. Bradford. An hour of visitation will precede her funeral on Tuesday morning, at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill, from 9:30 until 10:30, friends and family respectfully invited. www.comeaufuneral.com.

James William “Scotty” Davidson, 79

Haverhill - James William “Scotty” Davidson, 79, of Haverhill, died at home December 9, 2009 surrounded by his loving family after a long illness.

Born in Cambridge on March 25, 1930, he was the son of the late Alexander and Florence (Spencer) Davidson and attended Cambridge public schools.

For most of his life Scotty was employed by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology as a grounds keeper until his retirement. On June 26, 1955, Scotty married Ms. Patricia A. Whelan at St Joseph’s Church in Somerville.

Scotty was an avid lover of movies, boxing, and fishing. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends but his memory will live with them.

Scotty is survived by his four daughters, Michele Koshima, of Haverhill, Denise Davidson and Bonnie Davidson of Somerville, and Lori Mulcahy-Davidson of Boston. He also leaves behind two grandchildren, Danielle Davidson and Mitsu Koshima and beloved friend Marc Moreau.

At the request of Scotty, funeral services were private. Arrangements were by the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. www.comeaufuneral.com

Edward R. Huberdeau, 59

Haverhill - Edward R. Huberdeau, 59, of Bradford, died Friday December 18, at the Merrimack Valley hospital after being stricken ill suddenly at home.

Born in Haverhill, he was the son of the late, Raymond and Helen (O’Neil) Huberdeau. He attended Haverhill Public Schools and was a 1968 Graduate of Haverhill High School.

In his early years, Mr. Huberdeau was employed as a forklift operator at the former Haverhill Paperboard in Bradford. Edward loved all types of music, especially the Blues. He enjoyed astrology and used his telescope often. A lover of animals, he also had an affinity to children, especially his nieces and nephews, with whom he was very close.

His closest friend, cousin, and caregiver, Theresa Collins, predeceased him by three days. His survivors include his brother and sister in law, Gene and Elizabeth (Jones) Huberdeau, of Groveland, a sister, Norma Barone, of Haverhill, Nieces and nephews and their spouses, Liz and John Cena, of FL, Rebecca and Patrick Murphy, of SC, Anthony and Kathleen Barone, Leonard and Katherine Barone, Geno and Sophia Barone, and Michael Barone, all of Haverhill, as well as many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Monday from 4:00 until 7:30 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held immediately following the period of visitation at 7:30 PM in the funeral home. A private burial will take place at the convenience of his family. Memorial donations may be made in his name to the Home Health VNA, 360 Merrimack St. BLDG 9, Lawrence, MA 01843 www.comeaufuneral.com

Marcelle J. (Lambert) Riley, 74

Haverhill, MA - Marcelle J. (Lambert) Riley, 74, of Haverhill, died Saturday, December 19, at the Hanna Duston Healthcare Center after a lengthy period of declining health.

Born in Haverhill, she was the daughter of the late, Adrian G. and Antoinette F. (Mourey) Lambert. She attended Haverhill Public Schools and was a Graduate of Haverhill High School, Class of 1952. She was a member of St. John the Baptist Church.

Mrs. Riley was employed as a Layout Operator for the former, Western Electric/A T & T /Lucent Technologies for over twenty-eight years, retiring in 1990. A devout mother and grandmother, she enjoyed cooking and shopping.

The widow of Paul F. Riley Sr., she leaves a son, Paul F. “Rusty” Riley Jr., two daughters, Cheryl D. and her husband James P. Roy, and Sharon L. Manning, all of Haverhill, a brother and sister in law, Rene and Margit Lambert, of Bradford, ten grandchildren, one great grandson, and nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her daughter, Brenda J. Driscoll, and sister, Denise Roumeliotis.

At the request of Mrs. Riley, funeral services are private. Memorial donations may be made in her name to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 10 Brookline Place West, Floor 6, Brookline, MA 02445-9924. Arrangements are under the direction of the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill, MA www.comeaufuneral.com .

Richard C. “Dick” Parker, 74

Haverhill - Richard C. “Dick” Parker, 74, of Haverhill, died at home December 15, 2009 surrounded by his loving family after a battle with cancer.

Born in Haverhill, he was the son of the late Roswell C. and Elizabeth (Powers) Parker. He attended Haverhill public schools and was a Graduate of Haverhill Trade school. He then went on to serve in the U.S. Army Reserves.

In the early part of his career, Dick was employed in the local shoe industry, and then was employed as a shipper on the docks at the former Western Electric in North Andover, but for the last thirty-five years, Dick and his beloved wife, Geraldine, were involved in their true passion, dealing and collecting antiques. Dick was often seen sitting out in front of his store, Parker’s Antiques, greeting the passer by with a smile.

Dick had another passion that he shared with his wife, thoroughbred horse racing. For vacations, they would travel to Saratoga, New York, Gulfstream Park in Florida and Churchill Downs for the Kentucky Derby. What they cherished most was their time traveling together.

He leaves his wife of twenty years, Geraldine M. “Jeri” (Verrette) Parker, two sons, Richard C. Jr., of Augusta, ME., Mark Steven Parker and his wife, Tracy (Boomhower) Parker of Haverhill, daughters, Nancy A. Parker, of NH., and Christine M. (Sullivan) Wilson and her husband Melvin Wilson Jr., of Weare, NH. , four grandchildren, David C. and Jerrilyn J. Wilson, and Steven M. and Katelyn N. Parker and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his two brothers, Roswell C. Parker, Jr., Warren F. Parker, and a sister, Elizabeth Sarrasin.

At the request of Mr. Parker, funeral services and burial are private. Arrangements are under the direction of the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. www.comeaufuneral.com. The family requests that no flowers be sent.

Priscilla B. (Jeremsek) Buckley, 70

Haverhill, MA - Priscilla B. (Jeremsek) Buckley, 70, of Haverhill, died Tuesday, December 15, at her home, surrounded by her loving family, following a lengthy battle with cancer.

Born in Beverly, she spent her childhood in Salem, Ma, moving to Haverhill in 1970. For over twenty-seven years she worked in the Haverhill Public School system as a special needs paraprofessional, she was also employed as a Manager for Sawyer’s Banquet Facility in Plaistow, NH. Although she held two full time jobs, that of being a mother of two, was most fulfilling to her. She was an avid reader, enjoyed cooking, dancing, and traveling all over the world.

She leaves her beloved husband of eleven years, Donald M. Buckley, of Haverhill, two daughters, Paula E. (Pistone) and her husband Richard H. Wentworth, of Haverhill, Susan E. (Pistone) Shea, of New Albany, OH, step children, Michael B. Buckley, of Salisbury, Katherine M. and her husband John Valavnis, of Atkinson, NH, cherished grandchildren, Robert C. Shea III, Allison M. Shea, Megan R. Shea, Ryan H. Wentworth, great grandchildren, Kylie, Gemma, and Jayden Shea, and nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a sister, Helen J. Harris.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Thursday from 4 until 7 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held on Friday at 8:00 AM from the funeral home with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 AM in All Saints Church, 120 Bellevue Ave. Haverhill. Burial is private.

Elizabeth "Poppy" Louise (Kennedy) Boynton, 70

Pembroke, MA, and Old Town, ME - Elizabeth "Poppy" Louise (Kennedy) Boynton, 70, passed away Dec. 11, 2009, after a brief illness at a Boston hospital.

She was born July 16, 1939, in Old Town, ME, the daughter of James T. Kennedy Sr. and Dorothy (Wickett) Kennedy. Elizabeth attended Old Town schools and graduated from Brockton High School in Massachusetts. She enjoyed setting up at flea markets, yard sales and was an avid antique collector and dealer.

Elizabeth is survived by her husband of 28 years, Brant Boynton; her daughter, Linda Parvin and her husband, Mike, of Soldnotna, Alaska; her son, Peter LeMay and his wife, Sonja, of Monticello; and a daughter, Brenda LeMay of Haverhill, Mass. She also has four grandchildren, Joey, Millynda, Jessica and Mickey; two great-granddaughters; one brother, James Kennedy and his wife, Caroline, of Alton; one sister, Linda Emmons of Alton; along with several nieces and nephews.

There will be a graveside memorial service in the spring at West Old Town Cemetery. Arrangements are entrusted to the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. www.comeaufuneral.com.

Earl C. “Bob” Merrill, 87

Haverhill - Earl C. “Bob” Merrill, 87, of Haverhill, died Wednesday, December 9, at his home surrounded by his loving family after a brief illness.

Born in Haverhill, he was the son of the late, Harry and Florence (Hutt) Merrill. He attended Haverhill public schools.

Bob spoke often of his service in the Civilian Conservation Corps. He served at Camp Annett in East Jaffrey, New Hampshire supporting construction of the Mt. Monadnock trail system. A WWII Veteran, he served in the Army Air Corps and was awarded the American Theatre Campaign Ribbon.

Bob and his wife, Janet, were married in 1941, two weeks before the invasion of Pearl Harbor. The couple recently celebrated their sixty-eighth wedding anniversary.

Bob has always valued hard work and held many jobs throughout the Merrimack Valley. Most recently he was employed as a layout operator at the former Western Electric/ Lucent Technologies, in North Andover, retiring in 1986. he enjoyed candlepin bowling and was a member of the Western Electric bowling league.

During his retirement, he enjoyed traveling the country with his beloved wife, Janet. He also looked forward to spending winters at their home in Lakeland, Florida, and visiting with close family friends Greg and Marie Morisky. He was a member of the Communication Workers of America, and Wilbur Comeau post American Legion. Bob enjoyed following the local news and was a Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy expert.

Besides his wife, Janet (Dick) Merrill, Bob leaves three sons, P. Douglas Merrill, of Greenville, IN, E. Clifford Merrill, of Lawrence, and Kenneth Merrill, of China, ME, two daughters, Barbara J. Adams, of Pleasanton, CA, Janice M. Taylor, of Haverhill, five grandchildren, four great grandchildren, two brothers, Harry Merrill, of Haverhill, Richard Merrill, of Lancaster, VT, two sisters, Dorothy Merrill, of Haverhill, and Mary Miller, of Salem, NH and several nieces and nephews.

Bob was a lifelong Haverhill resident, living nearly sixty years on Corliss Hill Road enjoying long term friendships with the Collins, Lescizka, Langlois, and Briggs families. He is also close friends with the Deveau family of Haverhill. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Saturday from 11:00 until 1:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will take place at the conclusion of the time of visitation at 1:00 PM in the funeral home. Memorial donations made Beacon Hospice 350 Main St. Haverhill, MA 01830. www.comeaufuneral.com.

Elinore Genevieve (Langley) Rice, 89

Haverhill, MA - Elinore Genevieve (Langley) Rice, 89, a lifelong resident of the “Riverside” section of Haverhill, died Sunday, December 6, at Merrimack Valley Hospital after being stricken ill suddenly at her home.

Born in Stoneham, her family moved back to Haverhill shortly after her birth. She was the daughter of the late Russell S. and Elliane E. (Provost) Langley. She was a graduate of Crowell School, Class of 1934 and Haverhill High School, Class of 1938.

For many years Mrs. Rice was employed as a special nutrition cook in the former Hale Hospital, retiring in 1984. She was quite involved in the city she loved, in its politics, and daily life. She worked on many campaigns, local and national going back to Franklin D. Roosevelt. Her latest campaign was working with her family on her late son’s scholarship fund for Haverhill High School. Her many memberships include, Haverhill Women’s City Club, City Retirees Association, A.A.R.P., and Partners in Hope, of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

A kind, sincere, woman, she was a proud matriarch, and lived for her family. “Ma” Rice’s cookie jar was never empty, and her door was always open, ready always for her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.

The widow of Paul T. Rice, Sr., she leaves a son, Philip and his wife Darlene, of Haverhill, three daughters, Pamela O’Brien, of Haverhill, Donna and Donald Roberts, of Atkinson, NH, Melanie and her husband Joseph Altruda, of Northbridge, daughter in law, Brenda Rice, of Sun City, FL, grandchildren, Laurie Richards, Jacki Knouse, Kelly O’Brien-Langan, Brian and Timothy Roberts, Erin Dube, Shannon and Casey Rice, Allison and Laura DiSenso, and Gina and Matthew Altruda, great grandchildren, Meghan Howland, Leighann Richards, Andrew, Max, Hannah, and Cameron Knouse, Kylie and Timothy Dube, Austin and Jayden Langan, Kaitlyn, Jonathan and Christopher Roberts, Tyler Rice and Nicolas Rice Kershaw, and Annabella Rice, and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her son, Paul T. Rice Jr, her sister, Natalie Poole, and her son in law, Larry O’Brien.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Wednesday, from 3:00 until 7:00 PM, at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held on Thursday morning at 10:00 AM in the Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Atkinson Cemetery, Main St. Atkinson, NH. Memorial donations may be made in her name to the Paul T. Rice Jr. Athletic Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 1626, Haverhill, MA 01831, or St. Jude Children’s research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl. Memphis, TN, 38105 www.comeaufuneral.com.

Joseph F. Michelin, Jr. 69

Merrimac - Joseph F. Michelin, Jr. 69, of Barton, VT, died Saturday, November 28, at his home.

Born in Amesbury, January 1, 1940, he was the son of Cecile (Lizotte) and the late Joseph F. Michelin,Sr. Mr. Michelin owned and operated several auto sales and repair shops in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. He loved working on automobiles and ran the body shop at Regan Ford for many years.

His survivors include his mother, Cecile (Lizotte) Michelin, of Merrimac, his children, Joseph F.,III, of Manchester, NH, James, of Barton, Pattyann Michelin, of Seabrook, NH, Linda Souther, of Epping, NH, Diane Benson and her husband, Edward, of NH, John, of Salem, MA, seven grandchildren, sisters, Patricia Sanborn, of Merrimac, Teresa Sheehan and her husband Paul, of Hampton, NH, and several nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are invited to call on Wednesday from 12:00 to 1:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Burial will follow at Locust Grove Cemetery, Locust Grove Ave., Merrimac.

Sandra (Richard) Petty, 64

Haverhill, MA - Sandra (Richard) Petty, 64 of Haverhill, died Friday, November 27, at the Oxford in Haverhill after a lengthy illness.

Born in Methuen, June 10, 1945, she was the daughter of the late, George and Helen (Trakinas) Richard. She attended Lawrence Schools and was a graduate of Lawrence High School, class of 1963. For many years she was employed in the laundry of the Aramark Company in Lawrence.

She leaves seven brothers, Raymond Richard, of Haverhill, David Richard, of Salem, NH, James Richard, of WV, Robert and Ronald Richard, both of Lawrence, Michael Richard, of Methuen, and George Richard Jr., of Salem, NH, five sisters, Barbara Richard, of Holyoke, Georgette Foresta, of Salem, NH, Shirley Richard, Deborah Shaw, of Haverhill, and Kathy Richard, of Holyoke, and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her son, Stephen Richard.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Tuesday, December 1, from 5 until 7PM, at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home at 7:00PM. Burial is private. Memorial donations may be made to Sol Amor Hospice, 161 South Main St. Suite 209 Middleton, MA 01949 www.comeaufuneral.com.

Frank J. Strzelec, 86

Lowell - Frank J. Strzelec, 86, a lifelong resident of Lowell, died Monday November 23, at his home after being stricken ill suddenly.

Born in Lowell, he was the son of the late, Peter and Stefania (Wojtanawska) Strzelec. He attended Lowell Public Schools and was a Graduate of Lowell High School. For many years Mr. Strzelec was employed by the Crax Biscuit Company in Lowell. He leaves nieces and nephews, Allen and Irene MacAvoy, Patricia Simard-Goodrich, Vincent and Joyce Kissel, Bernard and Donna McDonald, and John and Jane Janesko.

At the request of Mr. Strzelec, funeral services and burial are private. Arrangements are by the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home 486 Main St. Haverhill. www.comeaufuneral.com

Alyce F. (Rivers) Innis, 81

Haverhill, MA - Alyce F. (Rivers) Innis, 81, of Haverhill died Sunday, November 22, at the Tuft’s Medical Center in Boston after being stricken ill suddenly at home.

Born in Haverhill, she was the daughter of the late, Harland E. and Ethel G. (Smith) Rivers. She attended Haverhill Public schools and was a 1945 Graduate of Haverhill High School. For close to thirty years, Mrs. Innis was employed as a layout operator at the former Western Electric AT&T in North Andover, retiring in 1983. She was a member of the Telephone Pioneers of America. She was a lifelong member of the former St. Rita’s Parish, now All Saints Parish.

A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, her life revolved around her family. She leaves her beloved husband of sixty-two years, Joseph F. Innis, of Haverhill, two daughters, Leslye A. Innis, of Framingham, and Linda S. and her husband Daniel P. Francescone Sr, of Haverhill, three grandchildren, Daniel P. Francescone Jr. and his wife Erin, of Haverhill, Lee Lahti and his wife, Michelle of Ft. Collins ,CO, Brian J. Francescone and his wife, Lee Ann, of Derry, NH, five great grandchildren, Sean Lahti, Megan, John, Tyler, and Nicholas Francescone, several nieces and nephews, and close friends, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Fargnoli, of Haverhill. She was predeceased by her sister, Gladys M. Rivers .

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Tuesday from 5 to 7:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 10:00 AM from the funeral home with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 11:00 AM in All Saints Church 120 Bellevue Ave. Haverhill. Burial will follow at Linwood Cemetery, Mill St. Haverhill www.comeaufuneral.com.

Stanley Joseph Wilusz, 86

Stanley Joseph Wilusz, 86, of Manchester, died Wednesday, November 18, at the Oxford in Haverhill, Massachusetts after a lengthy illness.

Born in Manchester, he was the son of the late Joseph and Mary (Brudzisz) Wilusz. He attended Manchester Public Schools and Manchester High School.

An Army Veteran of WWII, Mr. Wilusz served in Asiatic- Pacific Campaign receiving the Philippine Liberation Ribbon with 1 Bronze Service Star, and 1 bronze Arrowhead. He was employed by the City of Manchester Highway Department for over twenty years before his retirement.

He leaves his beloved wife of fifty-six years, Muriel L. (Lesieur) Wilusz, of Manchester, a son and daughter in law, Stephen S. and Colleen M. Wilusz, of Hooksett, NH, two grandchildren, Kristen E. and Kathrin M. Wilusz, a sister, Stella LaMarche, of Manchester, and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brothers, Frederick, John, Edward, and Joseph.

Funeral services and burial are private. Arrangements are under the direction of the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. Haverhill. Memorial donations may be made in his memory to the Alzheimer’s Association MA/NH Chapter, 311 Arsenal ST. Watertown MA 02472 www.comeaufuneral.com.

Nurys Chavez, 62

Nurys Chavez, 62, of Haverhill, died Monday, November 16 at the Merrimack Valley Hospice House, surrounded by her loving family after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, she was the daughter of the late, Mario Chavez and Gloria Pastora Garcia. She moved to Boston, and for the past eighteen years she made a home here in Haverhill for herself and her daughter.

Ms. Chavez was a loving mother, sister, and daughter. A very outgoing person, she never took for granted the time spent with her daughter, Gloria, extended family and numerous friends. She had a caring, generous, selfless, spirit and always looked out for others. She loved music, enjoyed dancing. A woman of strong faith, she was an active member of St. James Church. She leaves her beloved daughter, Gloria P. O’Neal, of Haverhill, two brothers, Henry and Mario Chavez, both of New York City, and nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Thursday from 6 to 9:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held on Friday at 9:00 AM from the Funeral Home with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 AM in St. James Church, Winter St. Haverhill. Burial will follow in Elmwood Cemetery, Salem St. Bradford. Memorial donations may be made in her name to the St. James Capital Improvement Fund, 6 Cottage St. Haverhill, MA 01830. www.comeaufuneral.com.

Cecile A. (Boisselle) Travers

Haverhill, MA - Cecile A. (Boisselle) Travers, formerly of Kennedy Circle, died Wednesday, November 4, at Penacook Place in Haverhill, after a brief period of declining health, surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Haverhill, on December 14, 1930, she was the daughter of the late, Arthur and Eva C. (Hamel) Boisselle. She attended Greenleaf Grammar School in Bradford and was a Graduate of Haverhill High School, Class of 1948.

She was retired from Lucent Technologies, (formerly A T & T, Western Electric) in North Andover, and also as a Bookkeper for Al Fazio. A loving mother and grandmother, aside from her family, her passion in life was dancing. In 1948 she opened and operated her own dance studio, Cecile Boisselle Dancing Schools with locations in Haverhill, Amesbury, and Hampton, NH. She was a lifelong member of All Saints Parish, the former St. Joseph Parish. She was very active with the “Come Alive After Five” dance club, holding many positions throughout the years of being a member. She volunteered for the Telephone Pioneers of America dressing bears and delivering them to sick children.

She leaves three sons, Edward M.Travers and his wife Gloria, of Chigaco, IL, Gary P. Travers and his wife, Laura, of Texas, Richard A. Travers, of Haverhill, two daughters, Nancy L. Bode, and her husband Robert P. of North Hampton, NH, and Marcia J. Amirault, of Haverhill, a brother Arthur J. Boisselle Jr and his wife Dorla, of Colorado Springs, CO, six grandchildren, Bria Travers, Christopher Viens, Melissa Fleming, James Higgins, Monica and Conor Amirault, three great grandchildren, Owen and Eamon Wech-Viens, Norah Fleming, and nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her son in law William T. Amirault.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Friday, November 6, from 3 until 7:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 12:00 PM from the funeral Home with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 1:00 PM in All Saints Church, Bellevue Ave, Haverhill. Burial will follow in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Hilldale Ave. Haverhill. Memorial donations may be made to Merrimack Valley Hospice 360 Merrimack St. BLDG 9 Lawrence, MA 01843.

John Joseph Mahoney, 91

John Joseph Mahoney, 91, of South Groveland, died Saturday, October 24, at the Merrimack Valley Hospice House in Haverhill surrounded by his family, after a lengthy illness.

Born in South Groveland, he was the son of the late Dennis J. and Delia (Kelly) Mahoney and lived there all of his life. He attended Groveland Public Schools and was a 1935 Graduate of Groveland High School, Class of 1936 and McIntosh Business School. A Veteran of WWII, he served in the U.S. Army Infantry in the European theater. Wounded in action in France, he later returned to active duty. He was a Purple Heart and Combat Infantry Badge recipient. He was a lifelong and active member of his church, St. Patrick’s Church in South Groveland. Lifetime member I.B.E.W. He was a member of the Groveland Light Commision, the American Legion, post 248, and Lorraine Post 29 V.F.W.

Mr. Mahoney was employed as a lineman for Massachusetts Electric Company for forty-two years, retiring in 1977. Not the type of man to sit idle, he went on to work at his good friends saw mill, the Ralph Esty Sawmill on Uptack Rd. in Groveland for twenty years.

The widower of Elinor (Graham) Mahoney, he leaves his son and daughter in law, Stephen M. and Gail S. (Giarrusso) Mahoney, of Bradford , four grandchildren, Katie E., Ryan M., Devin M. and Alyssa S. Mahoney, and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a son, JamessD. Mahoney in 1997, and siblings, Mary Murphy, Paul Mahoney, Monica Bagley, James Mahoney, and Therese Singster.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Tuesday from 4:00 until 8:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday at 9:30 AM from the funeral home with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:30 in St. Patrick’s Church, Center St. South Groveland, Burial will follow in the family lot at Riverview Cemetery, Main St. Groveland. Memorial Donations may be made to the Merrimack Valley Hospice House, 360 North Ave. Haverhill, MA 01830 www.comeaufuneral.com

Donna Lee (Johnston) Dupuis, 52

Sandown, NH - Donna Lee (Johnston) Dupuis, 52, of Sandown, NH, formerly of North Andover, and Wilmington, died Tuesday, October 20, 2009 at the Caritas Holy Family Hospital in Methuen, surrounded by her loving family after a year long courageous battle with cancer.

Born in Lowell, she was the daughter of Donald F. and Nancy A. (Stevenson) Johnston. She was educated in Wilmington Public Schools and was a graduate of Wilmington High School, Class of 1975. She then attended the Computer Learning Center in Lawrence.

Donna was a woman of many talents, besides being a loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, and sister, early in her career she was a day care provider at her home. For the next twenty years she followed in her fathers footsteps and joined her parents in the family business, Donald F. Johnston Construction Company, in North Andover. Branching out on her own, she founded the Ladybuilt Homes Company, of Sandown, NH. More recently, she was employed as a branch manager for Labor Ready in Lynn. She was an active member in the Southern New Hampshire Builders and Remodelers Association, serving as their President, she was recognized as the “Remodeler of the Year” by the association and also served as the President of the Women’s Council of Home Builders and Remodelers Association of New Hampshire.

She leaves her beloved husband, Arthur J. Dupuis, a son, Shawn M. White, both of Sandown, NH, two daughters, Heather L. White, of Haverhill, Stephanie L. White, of Bath, ME, her parents, Donald F. and Nancy A. (Stevenson) Johnston, a brother Thomas G. Johnston, all of North Andover, brothers in law, Ronald J. Dupuis and his wife, Susan, and Ernest J. Dupuis, all of Lynn, nephews, James M. III, Donald J., Ryan P. Nutton, Thomas Johnston, a niece Stacy Lytle, uncle Thomas, and cousins. She was predeceased by her sister, Beverly A. Nutton in 2008.

Friends and family are respectfully to call on Saturday, October 24, from 4:00 until 8:00 PM, at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill, MA. Her funeral services will take place in the funeral home at 8:00 PM. Burial will take place on Sunday, October 25, at 1:00 PM in the family lot in Maplewood Cemetery, Parsonsfield, Maine. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cancer Management Center 70 East St. Methuen, MA 01844. www.comeaufuneral.com.

Irving E. Richardson, 82

Irving E. Richardson, 82, of Haverhill, died Tuesday, October 20, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Haverhill, he was the son of the late, Edward J. and Viola E. (Knight) Richardson. He attended Haverhill public schools and Haverhill Trade School. A WWII Veteran, he enlisted into the regular Army from high school then re-enlisted into the Army Air Force being honorably discharged in 1947.

Mr. Richardson was employed as a senior operator in the ferrite powder area of the former Western Electric and A T & T in North Andover for over forty years, retiring in 1989. He was a member of the telephone Pioneers of America.

A devoted family man, his joy in life came from the cherished time spent with family and friends.

He leaves his beloved wife of sixty years, Gloria M. (Bilodeau) Richardson, of Haverhill, three sons David A. and his wife Elizabeth, of Belmont, Stephen M, of Haverhill, Paul E. and his wife Martha, of Sandown, NH, five daughters, Gail A. Barnum, of Haverhill, Pamela M. Waslaw and her husband Robert, of Methuen, Sheila J. Coombs and her husband Larry, of Haverhill, Diane E. Lucier and her husband Stephen, of Portsmouth, RI, Sandra J. Drolet and her husband Paul of Haverhill, a brother and sister in law, Robert and Ethell Richardson, of Salisbury, two sisters, Mabel Paulino, of Groveland, and Mary Boulay and her husband Robert, of Haverhill, sixteen grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Friday from 5:00 until 8:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 11:00 AM in the funeral home. Burial will follow at Maplewood North Parish Cemetery, Route 121, Plaistow, NH. Memorial contributions may be made to Merrimack Valley Hospice, 360 Merrimack Street, Lawrence, MA 01843. www.comeaufuneral.com

Frederick L. Mosher Jr. 88

Frederick L. Mosher Jr. 88, of Bradford, died peacefully Tuesday morning, October 20, 2009 at the Merrimack Valley Hospital in Haverhill with his family by his side.

Born in Haverhill, June 27, 1921, he was the son of the late Frederick L. Sr. and Frances L. (Furlong) Mosher. He attended Haverhill schools and was a Graduate of Haverhill High School, Class of 1939. He then went on to attend M.I.T.

A Veteran of WWII, he proudly served in the U.S. Navy. His duty was that of motor machinist mate on Landing Ship Medium 443 in the Pacific Theater. He was awarded the Victory, American Area, and Asiatic Pacific Area medals.

A G.E. Apprentice Alumni, Mr. Mosher was employed by the General Electric Company in Lynn for over forty five years. He managed the engineering department which oversaw the design and development of aircraft engine fuel controls, retiring in 1986. He worked well with his hands, he was mechanically inclined, and enjoyed gardening. He was a member of Sacred Hearts Parish and the Holy Name Society.

He leaves his beloved wife, Mary Alice (Bresnahan) Mosher, of Bradford, a son, Gerard Mosher and his wife, Vivian, of Haverhill, three daughters, Marianne Grant and her husband Arthur, of Plaistow, NH, Denise Williams and her husband, Thomas, of Wakefield, Andrea DiBurro and her husband Patrick, of Exeter, NH, cherished grandchildren, Matthew, Jeffrey, Alyssa, Ashton, Christopher, Ryan, Peter, and Daniel, two brothers, John, of Newburyport, and Arthur, of Florida, four sisters, Maria Miller and Pauline Poitras, both of Plaistow, NH, Ellen Rowinski, of Florida, Frances Mosher, of Newbury, and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son, Daniel, and his brother, William.

Friends and family may call on Friday morning from 9:00 until 10:00 AM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 in Sacred Heart Church, South Main St. Bradford. Burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery, Salem St. Bradford. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Vincent DePaul Society 48 South Chestnut St. Bradford, MA 01835, or the American Heart Association, 20 Speen St. Framingham, MA 01701-4688. www.comeaufuneral.com

Norma (Tupper) Fall, 82

Norma (Tupper) Fall, 82, of Haverhill, died Monday, October 5, at the Merrimack Valley Hospital after a lengthy illness.

Born in Cambridge, she was the daughter of the late Charles W. and Bessie (Martin) Tupper. She was educated in the Cambridge Public Schools and was a Graduate of Cambridge High School, Class of 1945.

Mrs. Fall made many career moves between her time spent as a full time mother and homemaker. Prior to her marriage and living in Cambridge she was first employed as a secretary in a Boston law firm. She then met and married Benjamin Franklin Fall and moved to Haverhill in 1949. As her family grew to school age she was employed by the city of Haverhill, first as cafeteria staff at J.G.Whittier Grammar School and later, a crossing guard at the intersection of Lawrence and Fountain Sts. For many years she waited tables at the Roma restaurant in Bradford and ended her career as the company bookkeeper. She enjoyed cooking, reading, working on her braided rugs and crossword puzzles.

The widow of the Benjamin F. Fall who died in 2000, she leaves a daughter, Susan F. Clarke and her partner, Richard J. Brandolini, of Haverhill, three grandchildren, Sarah L. and Michael T. Clarke, of Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Caleb B. Fall, of Haverhill, and Haley and Shawn McAninch, all of Haverhill, two great grandchildren, Abraham T. Clarke, and Dylan McAninch, a sister, Natalie Arnaud, of Florida, and several nieces and nephews.The youngest of nine children, she was predeceased by seven siblings, and a son, Benjamin Franklin Fall Jr. in 1988.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Thursday, from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held on Friday at 11:00 AM in the funeral home. Burial is private. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association Boston Office, 330 Congress St. 5th Floor, Boston, MA 02210. www.comeaufuneral.com.

Henry J. “Chipper” Seymour III, 62,

Merrimac, NH - Henry J. “Chipper” Seymour III, 62, of Madison, North Carolina, formerly, of Merrimac, died Saturday, October 3, at the Caritas Holy Family Hospital after being stricken ill suddenly.

Born in Merrimac, he was the son of Henri J. Seymour Jr. and Josephine R. (Hargraves). He was educated in Merrimac public schools and was a 1966 Graduate of Pentucket Regional High School. A decorated Vietnam War Veteran, he enlisted into the U.S. Navy soon after high school graduation. He spent the next four years entrenched behind enemy lines deciphering communications. He was honorably discharged in 1970. He was employed as an assembler for the former AT &T in North Andover.

Although he lived in Vermont and North Carolina for many years, he never forgot his New England roots. He loved Merrimac and Haverhill, and was contemplating a move back home. He loved spending time with family. He enjoyed playing cards and was a true Red Sox and New England Patriots fan.

He leaves his father, Mr. Henri J. “Giz” Seymour Jr, of Lawrence, his mother, Mrs. Josephine R. (Hargraves) Leslie, a brother, Steven A. Seymour, two nephews, Simon and Jesse Seymour, all of Madison, North Carolina, uncle and aunt, Joseph and Jo Ann Seymour, of Haverhill, and many cousins. He was predeceased by his sister in law, Frances (Dalton) Seymour, step mother, Frances (Lench) Seymour, and step father, George Leslie.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Tuesday, October 6, from 4 to 7 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 11:00 AM in the funeral home. Burial is private. Memorial donations may be made to the Veterans Northeast Outreach Center, 65 Cedar St. Haverhill, MA 01830.

Gary J. Dowaliby, 58

Haverhill, MA - Gary J. Dowaliby, 58, of Haverhill, died Saturday at the Oxford in Haverhill after a lengthy illness.

Born in Methuen, he was the son of the late, John J. and Mary (Savinelli) Dowaliby. He attended Methuen public schools and was a graduate of Methuen High School, Class of 1969, and attended Salem State College.

Mr. Dowaliby was employed as a rigger at various boat yards in the Cape Ann area. He also worked as a construction laborer.

He leaves his beloved wife of twelve years, Marilu (Chambless) Dowaliby, of Haverhill, stepchildren, Mark Vinton, of Haverhill, and Kimberly Burns and her husband Malcolm, of Amesbury, two brothers, John and his wife Ellen, and David, all of North Andover, grandchildren, Rebecca, Malcolm, Nicholas, Mark, and Julie. He was predeceased by a brother, James.

Funeral services are private. Arrangements are under the direction of the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. www.comeaufuneral.com.

Gertrude H. (Walker) Keefe, 80

Groveland, MA - Gertrude H. (Walker) Keefe, 80, of Groveland, died Sunday, September 13, at the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston after a brief illness.

Born in Boston, she was the daughter of the late John H. and Gertrude (Gillespie) Walker. She was a Graduate of St. Rose High School in Chelsea, Class of 1947.

Mrs. Keefe was employed as a receptionist by the Summer OB/GYN Associates in Haverhill. Previously she worked for the Town of Groveland as the Administrative Assistant for the Police Department, and in the Groveland school system. She was part of the family of service staff at the DiBurro’s Function Hall in Ward Hill for many years.

A fiercely independent woman, she enjoyed music, reading, baking, talking politics, and entertaining friends at her home while chatting over tea. She loved the ocean and summers spent on North Beach in Hampton, NH with her family. She gave time to her community by volunteering at the Groveland Council on Aging.

The widow of the late John J. “Bud” Keefe, Sr., she leaves her daughter, Kathleen and her husband Donald E. Dager, of Hampstead, NH, two sons, Michael D. Keefe, and his wife Daleyn of Hampton, NH, and John J. “Jack” Keefe, Jr. also of Hampton, NH, four grandchildren, Steffen M. and Beth A. Dager, of Hampstead, NH, Kally A. and Katie L. Keefe, of Hampton, NH, and three great-grandchildren, Madison, Isabella, and Alexandra Russell.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Thursday, at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill, from 4:00 until 8:00 PM. Funeral services will be held on Friday morning at 10:00 AM from the funeral home with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 11:00 AM in St. John the Baptist Church, 110 Lincoln Ave. Haverhill. Burial is private. www.comeaufuneral.com.

Rosemarie (Polly) Anzaldi, 62

Haverhill, MA - Rosemarie (Polly) Anzaldi, 62 of Haverhill, died Thursday, September 10, 2009 at the Merrimack Valley Hospital after a lengthy illness.

Born and raised in Lawrence, she was the daughter of Helen Weller and the late, Carl Weller, Sr. She was a Graduate of Lawrence High School, Class of 1965.

Mrs. Anzaldi was employed as a Dialysis Technician at Merrimack Valley Dialysis Center in Methuen for many years. She was a devoted, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, and enjoyed nothing more than spending time with her family.

She leaves her beloved husband of twenty-three years, Charles N. Anzaldi, of Haverhill, two daughters, Tammy Lattime, and Jody Lattime, a cherished granddaughter, Jamie Sullivan, and two great grandchildren, Juliana, and Jeremiah, all of Haverhill.

At the request of Mrs. Anzaldi, funeral services are private. Arrangements are under the direction of the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. www.comeaufuneral.com.

Michael A. Klenoski, 60

Haverhill, MA - Michael A. Klenoski, 60, of Haverhill, died Tuesday, September 9, at the Caritas Holy Family Hospital in Methuen after a brief illness.

Born in Haverhill, he was the son of the late, John and Barbara F. (Kidder) Klenoski. He attended Haverhill public schools and was a Graduate of Haverhill Trade School, Class of 1967. Mr. Klenoski was employed in various manufacturing companies in Haverhill, including Hamel Leather Co., Vernon Plastics Co., and Foss Manufacturing. He moonlighted as a bartender at the V. F. W. and Smitty’s Tavern.

He leaves a sister, Erle F. “Buttons” Shaw, and a niece, Danielle E. Shaw, both of Haverhill.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Friday from 5:00 until 7:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held following visitation at 7:00 PM in the funeral home. Burial is private. www.comeaufuneral.

Roland Lee Stiehl, 57

\Haverhill, MA - Roland Lee Stiehl, 57, of Haverhill, formerly of Albert Lea, Minnesota, died Saturday, September 5, 2009 at the Merrimack Valley Hospital after a long and courageous battle with cancer that he contracted as a result of service to his country.

Born and educated in Albert Lea, Minnesota, Roland was the son of the late Marvin and Lois (Johannson) Stiehl. Upon high school graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Army where he proudly served as a lineman and communications specialist. A Vietnam War Veteran, he served his first tour from April, 1970 until February 1972. For the next ten years he was employed using his electronics skills in the communications field in the private sector. In 1982 he reenlisted and was honorably discharged in 1986. A lover of animals, he and his wife, Mary always kept dogs as part of their family.

Among his survivors, he leaves his beloved wife of nine years Mary (Worth) McCadden-Stiehl, of Haverhill, MA, and her children, especially Patrick with whom he shared a special bond. Roland also leaves his brother, Dale Stiehl, a sister, Gloria Stiehl, and nephew, Ronnie Stiehl, all of Minnesota.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Tuesday morning from 10:00 until 11:00 AM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services with military honors will begin at 11:00 AM in the funeral home. Memorial donations may be made in his name to Children’s Hospital Boston, PO Box 414421, Boston, MA 02241-4421, or the Salvation Army, 395 Main St. Haverhill, MA 01830.

Florence G. (Thorne) Gaudet, 68

Haverhill, MA - Florence G. (Thorne) Gaudet, 68, of Haverhill, passed away Saturday evening, August 29, at the Brigham & Women’s Hospital in Boston after a lengthy illness.

Born in Winthrop, she was the daughter of the late William and Florence Thorne. She attended Winthrop Public Schools and was a Graduate of Winthrop High School, Class of 1960. Mrs. Gaudet was employed as a sales associate at Staples Office Supply Store in Plaistow, NH, for over twelve years, retiring in 2007.

She enjoyed making latch hook rugs, playing solitaire, cribbage, and spending time with family. She is survived by her beloved husband of forty-one years, James D. Gaudet, two daughters, Rene C. Gaudet, and Tammy E. Gaudet, and cherished granddaughter, Abby, all of Haverhill, five sisters, a brother, and several nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to attend a Memorial Mass to be celebrated on Friday, September 4, at 11:00 AM in St. James Church, Winter St. Haverhill. Memorial contributions may be made to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute 10 Brookline Place West, Floor 6, Brookline, MA 02445-9924. Funeral arrangements are by the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. www.comeaufuneral.com.

William Peter Urban, 51

Ossipee, NH - William Peter Urban, 51, of Ossipee, formerly of Merrimac and Methuen, died suddenly on Friday, August 14, at his home after being stricken ill.

Born in Methuen, he was the son of Daniel P. Urban and the late Aurore (Picard). He attended Methuen Public Schools and was a Graduate of Methuen High School, Class of 1976. Upon graduation he enlisted into the U.S. Navy where he served honorably for the next three years.

A Machinist by trade, Mr. Urban was last employed by Tru-Form Industries in Rowley. Living in Merrimac, MA for many years, he then relocated to Ossipee five years ago, and being the ultimate handy man he built a new home for his family. Living his dream in the mountains, he loved fishing and spending quality time with family and friends. Known as having a big heart, he was quick to give a helping hand or a good word of advice.

He leaves his beloved wife of fifteen years, Gay A. (Freeman), of Ossipee, his children, William D. Urban and his fiancé, Angela M. Sughrue, of Fremont, NH, Bruce D. Boisselle and his wife Larissa (Stewart), of Kingston, NH , Marie and Thomas Morris, of Riverside, AL, two cherished grandchildren, Haylee Morris and Jaiden Sughrue, his father, Daniel P. Urban, of Lawrence, a brother, Douglas Urban, of Methuen, nieces and nephews and close friend, Graham Keohane, of Haverhill. He was predeceased by a brother, Thomas Urban.

Friends and famil;y are respectfully invited to call on Wednesday, August 19, at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill, from 5:00 to 8:00 PM. Funeral Services and burial are private. www.comeaufuneral.com.

Kathryn Ann (Bamforth) Crites, 75

Haverhill, MA - Kathryn Ann (Bamforth) Crites, 75, of Haverhill, formerly of Newburyport, died Saturday August 8,2009 at the Merrimack Valley Hospital after a lengthy illness.

Born in Newburyport on Jan. 6, 1934, she was the daughter of the late, Ernest P. and Margaret A. (Carey) Bamforth. She was a graduate of both, Immaculate Conception Grammar and Immaculate Conception High School, Class of 1953. Faith and church were an important part of her life. She shared this passion as a CCD teacher while having been a parishioner of St. James Church.

A homemaker, devoted mother and grandmother, she enjoyed nothing more than family time. She traveled often, always to visit her children, whether it be to California, or Florida, she was always ready for that next venture. She was a member of the Red Hat Society in Penacook Place where she lived and had many friends in that community.
The former wife of the late, Albert E. Crites Sr, she leaves her loving children, John E. Crites and his companion, Cathy L. Conti, of Haverhill, Barry R. Crites and his companion, Peter R. Girouard, of New Port Richey, FL, daughters and sons in law, Karen A. and Joseph M. Swan Sr., of New Port Richey, FL, Maureen B. and Michael W. Cartier, of Atkinson, NH, and was predeceased by her loving son Albert J. Crites Jr. She will be missed by her cherished grandchildren, Elizabeth L. Garland and her companion Jeremais Marcano, Molly L. and Mackenzie A. Cartier, and Sarah E. Bishop.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Thursday at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill, from 4 to 8:00 PM. Funeral services will be held from the funeral home at 9:00 AM on Friday August 14, with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:30 AM in Immaculate Conception Church, Green St., Newburyport. Burial will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Newburyport. Memorial donations may be made in her name to Penacook Place Activity Fund. 150 Water St. Haverhill, MA 01830 www.comeaufuneral.com.

Pate L. Cote, 26

Haverhill, MA - Pate L. Cote, 26 of Bradford, formerly, of Nashua, died unexpectedly at his home on Friday, August 7, 2009.

Born in Haverhill, he was the son of David G. and Raelene A. (Florent) Cote. He attended Nashua Public schools and Nashua South High School. For the past five years he was employed as a supervisor for Dunkin Donuts in Methuen, previously he worked for Domino’s Pizza in Haverhill and Newburyport.

Besides his parents, surviving family members include, a brother, David S. Cote, of Haverhill, maternal grandmother, with whom he lived, Marcia Lajoie, of Bradford, paternal grandmother, Lois Evans, of Milford, NH, several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was predeceased by his brother Lewis R. Florent, and grandfathers, Raymond Florent, and Gilbert Cote, his step grandfather with whom he lived, Donald J. Lajoie, died on the same day.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Monday at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill, MA from 4:00 to 8:00 PM. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 9:00 AM from the Funeral Home with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 AM at All Saints Church, 120 Bellevue Ave. Haverhill. Burial will follow at Greenwood Cemetery East Broadway, Haverhill. www.comeaufuneral.com.

Donald J. Lajoie, 72

Donald J. Lajoie, 72, of Bradford, died Friday, August 7, at his home after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born in Haverhill, he was the son of the late, Elephege (Larry) and Yvonne (Chapdelaine) Lajoie. He was a graduate of Haverhill Trade School, Class of 1954. Upon Graduation he enlisted into the U.S. Navy and proudly served his country during the Korean War being honorably discharged in 1957.

Mr. Lajoie was employed as a machinist for Lucent Technologies in North Andover for thirty-five years. He also owned Paw Print Antiques.

He is survived by his wife, Marcia (Anderson) Lajoie, children, Donald J. Lajoie Jr. and his wife, Bonnie, of Kissimmee, FL, Daniel J. Lajoie and his wife Judy, of Sheldon, VT, Deborah J. Allen and her husband James, of Plaistow, NH, Jacqueline Thibault and her husband, Rene, of Chester, NH, Janice Fowler and her husband Robert, of Derry, NH, Suzanne Rosario and her husband Angel of Lempster, NH, Carol St. Pierre and her husband Steven of Hampstead, NH, Michelle Jamieson and her husband Steven of Billerica, MA., and Jennifer Clough and her husband Timothy of Plaistow, NH.; step-daughters, Raelene (Florent) Cote and her husband David of Nashua, NH., and Rachel (Florent) Custeau and her husband David of Plaistow, NH. He is also survived by his brother, Edward Lajoie, Salem, NH, sisters, Lorraine Rossetti of Haverhill, Theresa Battis of Springvale, ME., Peggy (Palmeri) Mikesell of, FL, and Helen Powell of North Chelmsford, MA. He was a loving and devoted father and grandfather to his surviving 9 children, 2 step-children, 27 grandchildren, and 27 great-grandchildren. He also had many nieces, nephews, and cousins. His step grandson, Pate L. Cote, died on the same day.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Monday at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill, from 4:00 to 8:00 PM. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 9:00 AM from the Funeral Home with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 AM at All Saints Church, 120 Bellevue Ave. Haverhill. Burial will follow at Greenwood Cemetery East Broadway, Haverhill. www.comeaufuneral.com.

Lawrence R. Meehan, 75

Haverhill, MA - Lawrence R. Meehan – a true Irishman, sports fan and devoted father – died Sunday, August 2 after a brief, but courageously fought, battle with cancer. He was 75.

Born in Haverhill, he was the son of the late, Stephen J. Meehan and Mary F.(Nutter). He was a graduate of both St. James Grammar School and St. James High School. Upon graduation Mr. Meehan enlisted in the U.S. Army where he served proudly until being honorably discharged in 1962.

He worked for Analogic Corporation in Peabody for over thirty years until his retirement several years ago.

The widower of the late Pauline E. (Gauthier), he leaves a daughter and son in law, Tricia M. Meehan and Anthony J. Manieri, of Providence, RI, a brother, G. Richard Meehan and his wife, Pauline, of Charlottesville, VA, two sisters, Mary Meehan, of Bradford, and Kathleen Camic, of Manchester, NH, a sister in law, Jean Meehan, of Groveland, a brother in law, George Manghis, of Melbourne, FL, and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by siblings, Patricia Tashjian, Lillian Manghis, Stephen, James, and Thomas.

A Memorial Service for Mr. Meehan will be held on Saturday, August 8, at 3:00 PM in the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill, friends and family respectfully invited. A period of visitation will precede the service from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM. Memorial donations in lieu of flowers may be made in his name to the Home and Hospice Care of Rhode Island, 1085 North Main St. Providence, RI 02904. www.comeaufuneral.com

Joan K. (MacInnis) Hanson, 64

Haverhill, MA - Joan K. (MacInnis) Hanson, 64, formerly of Andover, died Thursday July 30,2009 at the Tewksbury Hospital after a lengthy illness.

Born in Lawrence she was the daughter of the late Paul and Margaret C. (MacNichol) MacInnis. Raised in Andover she was a graduate of St. Augustine Grammar School and Andover High School Class of 1963. She relocated to Haverhill in 1976 with her two daughters Kathleen and Jennifer.

Mrs. Hanson was employed as a clerk for the Internal Revenue Service in Andover for over ten years until her illness forced her into an early retirement this past October. In previous years she held clerical positions in retail sales. An avid reader she enjoyed curling up to a good book and practicing her craft in the art of crewel.

A devoted mother and grandmother she leaves her beloved daughters Kathleen J. Hanson and Jennifer A. Hanson both of Haverhill, three cherished grandchildren Jhon P, Frantz K, Courtney A. Hanson all of Haverhill and a sister Margaret E. McInnis of Amesbury.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to an informal memorial gathering to take place at the family home on Sunday August 2, from 2 until 6pm. A private burial will take place in the family lot at Spring Grove Cemetery in Andover. Arrangements are under the direction of the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte. 125) Haverhill. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701.

Lloyd C. McClanahan, 57

Haverhill, MA - Lloyd C. McClanahan, 57, of Haverhill, died Tuesday, July 28, 2009 at the Merrimack Valley Hospital after a lengthy illness.

Born in Louisiana, he was the son of Jennie (Davis) and the late William C. McClanahan. At a young age his family relocated to Ayer where he attended the Ayer public schools and was a graduate of Ayer High School. He attended Northern Essex Community College and received his Bachelors degree from U-Mass Lowell.

For the past ten years Mr. McClanahan was employed as a customer service specialist at the Social Security office located on Main St. in Haverhill, previously he worked for Murray Printing later known as Courier Printing Corp. in Westford, MA for over twenty years.

A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Lloyd enjoyed nothing more than family gatherings. He enjoyed cooking, and deep sea fishing. His friends and family affectionately nicknamed him “the Mayor” for anywhere he went someone would know him. A true gentleman, he also gave time to his community, a seventh degree blackbelt, he taught Karate at the Haverhill YMCA and Sabbath School at the Bradford Seventh Day Adventist Church.

He leaves his beloved wife, Donna M. (White) McClanahan, of Haverhill, a son, Lloyd C. McClanahan, of Haverhill, five daughters and their husbands, Gina and Musa Musa, of Merrimac, Amber Guckert, Joleen and Jacinto Labour, Lisa and Gayle Duchesne, all of Haverhill, and Jenene and Charles Sullivan, of Bradford, grandchildren, Nasrin, Ibrihiam, and Narjis Musa, Hipolito, Efrain, David, and Isiah Duchense, Alberto, Javier, Joleneia, and Daniell Acevedo, Austyn McClanahan, six great grandchildren, his mother, Jennie (Davis) Clark, two brothers, Joe and Oscar Clark, three sisters, Deborah and Sonja Clark, and Janice Brown, all of Ayer, MA, and several nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Thursday (TODAY) at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill, from 4 to 7:00 PM. Funeral services will be held on Friday morning at 11:00 AM in the funeral home. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery, Hilldale Ave. Haverhill. Memorial donations may be made to the Haverhill Y.M.C.A. 81 Winter St. Haverhill, MA 01830.

Gary A. Mottram, 56

Haverhill, MA - Gary A. Mottram, 56, of Madison St., died Monday, July 13, 2009 at Merrimack Valley Hospice House in Haverhill after a brief illness.

Born in Amesbury to the late Richard P. and Lorraine M. (Greenwood) Mottram Perreault, Gary attended Haverhill schools and was a graduate of the Haverhill High School. He began employment with the former Western Electric Company in Andover prior to his most recent position as foreman with Rosengard Movers in Ward Hill. Gary was an accomplished ballroom dancer and cherished time spent with his loving family and grandchildren.

He is survived by his son, Gary A. Mottram, Jr. of Derry, NH; a daughter, Kelsey Mottram of Lowell; his father, William J. Perreault of North Hampton, NH; five sisters, Brenda A. Norris, Cheryl L. Gifford, both of Atkinson, NH; Linda J. Mottram of North Hampton, NH; Donna M. Comeau of Bradford; and Kelly M. Moses and her husband Brian of Haverhill; and five brothers, Ronald D. Mottram, William E. Mottam, and Stephen A. Mottram and his wife Mary, all of Haverhill; David B. Mottram of Seabrook; and Michael S. Mottram and his wife Shawna of Plaistow, NH. He leaves two grandchildren, Jacob and Arianna Mottram of Derry, NH; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and many dear friends. He is preceded in death by a brother, Richard P. Mottram; a sister, Jody L. Mottram; and a nephew, Rodney A. Norris.

Arrangements: Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Thursday, July 16, 2009 at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte. 125) Haverhill, from 5 until 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held from the funeral home at 9:00 AM on Friday, July 17, 2009, with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 AM in All Saints Church, 120 Bellevue Ave., Haverhill. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, Hilldale Ave., Haverhill. www.comeaufuneral.com.

John Belfiore, 91

Haverhill, MA - John Belfiore, 91, a long time resident of Haverhill, died Tuesday, July 7, at his home, surrounded by his loving family, after a lengthy illness.

Born in Wakefield, he was the son of the late, Vincenzo and Grazia (Laiacona) Belfiore. Moving to Haverhill at an early age he attended Haverhill public schools and was a 1936 Graduate of Haverhill Trade School. A Veteran of WWII he proudly served in the Navy.

He was employed as a machinist at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard for over twenty-seven years. He then worked as a store man for the former Haverhill Hale Hospital for twenty-seven years, retiring in 1993. A devoted family man, nothing came before his family. Proud of his Italian Heritage and patriotism toward his country, he often flew both the Italian and American flags in front of his home and was recognized for it by the City of Haverhill. He loved his daily walks throughout the city.

He leaves his beloved wife of fifty-five years, Shirley M. (Corson) Belfiore, two sons, Gary and his wife Susan (Gately), of Groveland, and Mark, of Haverhill, two daughters, Lynne and her partner Richard Whitman, of Marstons Mills, MA, Joni and her partner Mark Perri, of Bradford, five grandchildren, Brian, Sarah, Emmalisa, Lucy Grace, and Lia Belfiore, a sister in law, Gladys “Pat” Belfiore, and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brothers, Rosario, Salvatore, Vincent, and Ernesto.

At the request of Mr. Belfiore, funeral services and burial are private. Memorial donations may be made in his name to the charity of one’s choice. Arrangements are under the direction of the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. www.comeaufuneral.com

Jean Edward Roy, 78

Haverhill, MA - Jean Edward Roy, 78, of Haverhill, died Tuesday July 7, surrounded by his loving family, at the Merrimack Valley Hospital after a lengthy illness.

Born in Salem, MA, he was the son of the late Napoleon J. and Emma (Bouchard) Roy. He attended Salem Public Schools and was a 1949 Graduate of Salem Trade School.

Mr. Roy was employed as a Maintenance Mechanic for the Waterlac Company in Danvers for over twenty-five years; he then worked in the same capacity for Wang Laboratories in Lowell for many years, retiring in 1993.

A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, his priorities were his family. He enjoyed nothing more than spending time with his cherished grandchildren. He was a member of the Haverhill Hound, Rod, and Gun Club.

The widower of Elizabeth J. (Holloran) who died in 2004, he leaves four daughters and their husbands, Ann E. and David J. Leary, of Bradford, Marie T. Roy, of Atkinson, NH, Janet M. and Douglas A. Dow, of Atkinson, NH, Karen J. and James B. Young, of Merrimac, seven grandchildren, Elizabeth and Daniel Leary, Nolan, Haley, and Jessica Dow, Griffin and Hilary Young, a brother and his wife, George and Cathy Roy, of NJ, a sister, Leatrice Krochmal, of Salem, MA, sisters in law, Ann Morris, Teresa Ashe, Margaret Holloran, and several nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Thursday at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) from 4 to 8:00 PM. Funeral services will be held on Friday at 9:30 AM from the funeral home with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:30 in Sacred Hearts Church, South Main St. Bradford. Burial will follow at St. Patrick’s Cemetery, North Broadway, Haverhill. Memorial donations may be made to the local chapter of the American Red Cross of Massachusetts Bay, 139 Main St. Cambridge, MA 02142. www.comeaufuneral.com.

Kathleen Ann (Regan) Cerasuolo, 59

Haverhill, MA - Kathleen Ann (Regan) Cerasuolo, 59, of Haverhill, died Monday, June 22, at the Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born in Haverhill, she was the daughter of the late James E. and Mary R. (Palumbo) Regan. She attended St. Joseph’s Grammar School and Haverhill High School. She met and married her high school sweetheart, Angelo Cerasuolo III, and starting a family at a young age, she soon found herself contributing in her new husband’s family business, Angelo the Florist, located in Haverhill, where she would spend the next forty years, working along side her father in law, Angelo Jr, and her new sisters in law, Renee and Susan. More recently she was proprietor of Victoria’s Café, aptly named for her granddaughter, which was located in the Merrimack Valley Hospital.

She grew up in St. Rita’s Parish, then St. James Parish, where her memberships included the Catholic Daughters of the America’s St. James Court #436. She enjoyed playing in the bowling league, and playing cards. She looked forward to her card nights at the Carl G. Davis Post 34 American Legion in Plaistow. As was any time to have her beloved family together, her favorite time of the year was Christmas, she collected ceramic Christmas Trees and loved decorating her home.

She leaves her husband of forty two years, Angelo B. Cerasuolo, III, of Haverhill, a son Angelo B. Cerasuolo, IV, and his fiancé, Cassandra Verdura, of Plaistow, a daughter and son in law, Kelly M. and Jeffrey Bodge, of Kingston, NH, grandchildren, Angelo B., V, Victoria, and Alivia, three brothers and their wives, Bernard Regan and Cindy, of Scarborough, ME, Dennis Regan and Karen, of Salem NH, and James Regan and Janet, of Groveland, and several nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are invited to call on Friday, at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM. Funeral services will be held on Saturday morning at 9:00 AM from the funeral home with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 AM in St. James Church, Winter St. Haverhill. A private burial will take place at the convenience of the family. In memory of Kathy, be sure to share a hug with your family. www.comeaufuneral.com.

Ellen K. (McCarthy) Abruzzese, 42

Haverhill, MA - Ellen K. (McCarthy) Abruzzese, 42, of Richmond, VA, formerly of Haverhill, passed away on Monday, April 20, 2009.

Born in Haverhill, August 14, 1966, she was the daughter of Joan P.(Hefferan) McCarthy of Bradford, and the late Robert J. McCarthy. A 1984 Graduate of Haverhill High School, she continued her education at Plymouth State College while joining the U.S. Army Reserves.

Ellen was employed as a Secretary with the Henrico County public School System. She was the former President of the Seven Pines Elementary School PTA and the current Treasurer of the Henrico Education Foundation. A kind, loving friend, and devoted mother, she thought only of others.

She is survived by her sons, David M. and William R., two daughters, Elissa K. and Patricia A., her mother, Joan P. McCarthy, three brothers, James McCarthy and his wife Eileen (Callahan), of Andover, Robert J. McCarthy and his wife Kristine (Perry), of Haverhill, Daniel M. McCarthy and his wife Paula (Fernandes), of Atkinson, two sisters, Ann M. Costa and Jane McCarthy, of Peru, ME, and several nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to attend a celebration of Ellen’s life to be held at 12:00 Noon, on Saturday, June 27, in the West Parish Congregational Church, (Rte 97) Haverhill, with the Rev. Christopher Zeigler officiating. Memorial donations may be made to the Abruzzese Children’s Fund, c/o C & F Bank, 2651 New Market Rd. Richmond, VA 23231, or the Ellen K. Abruzzese Education Fund, Henrico Education Foundation, P.O. Box 23120, Henrico, VA 23223-0420. The Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill is assisting with arrangements. www.comeaufuneral.com.

Frank H. “Cowboy” Flanders Jr.

Haverhill, MA - Frank H. “Cowboy” Flanders Jr., 67, of Haverhill died Friday, June 12, at the Merrimack Valley Hospice House in Haverhill after a lengthy illness.

Born and educated in Laconia, New Hampshire, he was the son of the late, Frank H. Sr. and Jeanne (Edwards) Flanders. A free spirit, Frank traveled the country throughout his life as he was employed as a truck driver. When he wasn’t on the road he worked as a prep cook for various restaurants in the New England area including the Mount Washington Hotel.

He leaves his cousin, the Honorable Donald H. Flanders, of Laconia, NH, and many friends, including his caretaker and guardian Mrs. Rita Groves and family, of Bradford.

Friends and family are invited to call on Sunday afternoon at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday at 11:00 AM in St. James Church, Winter St. Haverhill. A private burial will take place at his family lot in Park Cemetery, Tilton, NH. www.comeaufuneral.com.

Lucinda H. (Snow) Daly, RN, 82

Haverhill, MA - Lucinda H. (Snow) Daly, RN, 82, of Haverhill, died Sunday, May 31, at the Brigham & Women’s Hospital in Boston, surrounded by her family after a sudden illness.

Born in Amesbury, she was the daughter of the late, James M. and Lucinda (Hanley) Snow. A 1945 Graduate of Amesbury High School, she received her Nursing Degree from the Beverly Hospital School of Nursing in 1949. Beginning her career in Boston, she was employed as an Operating Room Surgical Nurse at the former Massachusetts Memorial Hospital and later the Massachusetts General Hospital. She then came closer to home and began her tenure at the former Hale Hospital in Haverhill, where she would spend the next few years. She met and married the love of her life, Edmond W. Daly in 1953 and would take time from nursing to raise a family. She would return as a Medical Surgical Staff Nurse to the Hale Hospital in 1962 and remain there until her retirement in 1983.

A dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, and nurse, she was a woman of strong faith. She was raised in the former St. Josephs Church in Amesbury, and upon her move to Haverhill, became a member of St. James Parish. An outgoing, vivacious person, she enjoyed a good laugh, and had a gift of making whoever came in contact with her feeling special. She cherished her time spent with family and friends.

She leaves her beloved husband of fifty-six years, Edmond W. Daly, of Haverhill, a son Matthew J. and his wife Margaret S. “Peggy” (Wilson) Daly, of Natick, three daughters, Mary Ellen Daly-O’Brien and her husband Thomas, Lucinda A. Daly, and Barbara E. Jesionowski and her husband, James, all of Haverhill, a daughter in law, Jane F. (DeRoche) Daly, of Kingfield, ME, twelve grandchildren, of whom were her pride and joy, Elizabeth, Julia, Shannon and Bridget O’Brien, Tabitha, John, and Connor Daly, Jarek, and Zachary Jesionowski, Ian, Brianna, and Christopher Daly, a sister, Constance Aponas, and her companion, David Bailey, of Amesbury, and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a son, Jerome F. Daly, brothers, James M. Snow Jr, Robert E. Snow, and a sister, Barbara O’Loughlin.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Tuesday (TODAY) at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill from 4 to 8:00 PM. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 10:00 AM from the funeral home with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 11:00 AM in St. James Church, Winter St. Haverhill. Burial will follow at Maplewood Cemetery, (Rte 121,) Plaistow, New Hampshire. Memorial donations may be made to the CCFA New England, (Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation) 280 Hillside Ave Needham, MA 02494 or St. James Capital Improvement Fund, 6 Cottage St. Haverhill, MA 01830 www.comeaufuneral.com.

Michael Mancini Jr, 73

Haverhill, MA - Michael Mancini Jr, 73, of Haverhill, died Wednesday, May 20, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Clinton, MA, he was the son of the late Michael and Agnes (O’Toole) Mancini. As a young child his family relocated to Haverhill where he attended St. James Grammar School and was a 1954 Graduate of Haverhill Trade School. Upon graduation Mr. Mancini enlisted into the U.S. Army and proudly served his country for the next three years.

He was a member of St. James Parish, and was an active member of the Knights of Columbus, Christ the King Council #5004, where he rose to the rank of a 4th Degree Knight, he served as the council’s Grand Knight, and held many offices during his tireless tenure. He enjoyed playing golf and bowling.

A draftsman by trade, he was employed in the CAD Department at the former Western Electric Co. in North Andover and retired in 1992 from Lucent after thirty-two years. He felt he was blessed to retire at a young age and enjoyed every minute he had to spend with his family.

He leaves his beloved wife of fifty years, Joanne (Pappalardo) Mancini, of Haverhill, three sons and their wives, Michael P. and Kathleen M. of Westford, Joseph M. and Deborah, of Manchester, NH, Patrick and Sally, of Salem, NH, six cherished grandchildren, Kevin, Shawn, Thomas, Bianca, Monica, and Julia, a brother and sister in law, John and Gloria, of Oakridge, MD, and nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Friday (Today) May 22, at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill, from 4 to 8:00 PM. Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 9:00 AM from the funeral home with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 AM in St. James Church, Winter St. Haverhill. Burial will follow in St. James Cemetery, Primrose St. Haverhill. Memorial contributions may be made in his name to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute 10 Brookline Place West, Floor 6, Brookline, MA 02445-9924. www.comeaufuneral.com.

Billie Jo Adams, 43

Haverhill, MA - Billie Jo Adams, 43, of Lawrence, formerly of Haverhill, died Friday May 15, at the Lawrence General Hospital after a lengthy illness.

Born in Haverhill, she was the daughter of the late Donald F. and Alice L. (Towne) Adams. She lived in Haverhill most of her life and attended Haverhill public Schools.

Billie Jo was a friend of Bill W. She had a special gift that was shared by the people who could relate to her. She often spoke publicly and touched many people by sharing her personal life experiences, hoping her audience could learn from listening. She was known for her keen wit and great sense of humor.

She leaves a son, Christopher Cahill, of FL, a daughter, Stephanie Cahill, of NC, a brother Calvin Adams, sisters, Donna High and Leona Adams, all of Haverhill, Kathleen Abraham and her husband, Norbert, of Salem, NH and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brother, Cole Adams in 2003.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to attend her funeral services to be held on Saturday, May 23, at the Hannah Tenney Memorial United Methodist Church, 290 Main St. Salem, NH at 3:30 PM, with Rev. Kathleen Towns officiating. Burial is private. Memorial donations may be made in her name to the Hannah Tenney Memorial United Methodist Church 290 Main St. Salem, NH 03079. Arrangements are under the direction of the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home 486 Main St. Haverhill, MA 01830. www.comeaufuneral.com.

Philip Grant Hiltz III, 69

Haverhill, MA - Philip Grant Hiltz III, 69 of Haverhill, formerly of Boston, died Tuesday, May 12, 2009 at his home after a lengthy illness.

Born and educated in Boston, he was the son of the late, Philip G. Jr. and Anne (Bermingham) and was a Graduate of Boston Technical High School. Mr. Hiltz was a Veteran of the Vietnam War, proudly serving his country in the Marine Corps. He was employed as a Technical Repairman for the former Lucent Corp. in Watertown and after his retirement he relocated to Haverhill where he has lived for the past ten years.

He leaves four daughters, Maura E. Hiltz, of Roslindale, Lynn M. Builes, of Hicksville, NY, Hailey Hiltz, of Mansfield, Adrienne Hiltz, of Boston, a son, Philip C. Hiltz, Derry, NH, five brothers, Arthur and James, both of Halifax, MA, John, of Quincy, William, of Norton, Peter, of Carver, a sister, Anne Marie Gawlinski, of Plymouth, several nieces and nephews, and his extended family of brother Veterans and Staff at the Northeast Outreach Veterans Center with whom he lived. He was predeceased by a son, Richard.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday (TODAY) evening at 6 PM in the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Thursday from 4 to 6 PM. Graveside committal services with military honors will be held on Friday May 15, at 9:30 AM at the Massachusetts National Veterans Cemetery, Bourne, MA. Memorial contributions may be made in his name to the Veterans Northeast Outreach Center, 65 Cedar St. Haverhill, MA 01830. www.comeaufuneral.com.

Edith M. (Pickles) Kimball, 87

Haverhill, MA - Edith M. (Pickles) Kimball, 87, of Haverhill died Tuesday, May 5, at the Merrimack Valley Hospital surrounded by her loving family after a brief illness.

Born in North Andover, she was the daughter of the late John A. and Theresa M. (Hallsworth) Pickles. She attended North Andover public schools.

Mrs. Kimball was primarily a homemaker, but as her children grew, she was employed as a cook at the Boston University Conference Center in North Andover for several years, retiring in 1984. A devoted mother and grandmother, she loved spending time with her family and friends, especially family dinners. She enjoyed gardening, she loved her animals, and enjoyed her weekends spent at her camp in Bridgeton, ME.

The widow of Lee Myron Kimball who died in 1985, and beloved mother of the late Robert E. Kimball who died in 2008, she leaves her daughter and son in law, Eleanor J. and James A. Guyot, of Haverhill, grandchildren, Robert E. Kimball Jr and his fiancée Gretchen Rothrock, of Salem, NH, Stacy P. Sullivan, of Lakeland, FL, Mellissa L. and her husband Lorin J. Clark, of Haverhill, cherished great-grandchildren, Michael, Chelsea, and Andrea Kimball, Alisandra “Lexi” Antonakis, Olivia and Haleigh Sullivan, a sister, Ruth Giarruso, of North Andover, and nieces and nephews, including George C. Pickles who helped care for her during her illness. She was predeceased by her brother, David Pickles, and sisters, Rita DeAdder, and Vera Craven.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Sunday, May 10, at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill from 5 to 8:00 PM. Her funeral will be held on Monday from the funeral home at 9:00 AM with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 AM in St. John the Baptist Church, Lincoln Ave. Haverhill. Burial will follow at Meeting House Cemetery, Rte 121A, Danville, NH. Memorial donations may be made to the Joslin Diabetes Center, One Joslin Place, Boston, MA 02215. www.comeaufuneral.com

M. Elaine (Capeles) Lynch, 86

Haverhill, MA - M. Elaine (Capeles) Lynch, 86, died Friday, April 24, 2009, at Merrimack Valley Hospital, Haverhill, after a brief illness. She was born in Haverhill, November 10, 1922, daughter of the late Edmund G. of Haverhill and C. Ethel (Sharkey) Capeles, of South Groveland. She was the widow of John J. Lynch, former Haverhill High School tennis coach, who died in 2003. She was a lifelong Haverhill resident.

She was a graduate of Haverhill High, Class of 1940. She was active in planning her class reunions, and was especially proud of her friendship with illustrious members of that class, including Bob Montana, creator of Archie Comics, and Don Atwood, former Deputy Secretary of Defense.

Elaine also was a 1942 graduate of the Fay School, Boston. She then worked as a secretary for Rose & Associates, a Boston law firm. She then worked at the L. H. Hamel Leather Co, Haverhill, where she was personal secretary to Louis Hamel until the birth of her first child. Later, she was a homemaker, raising 10 children with her husband.

Elaine was a 30-year summer resident of Wyman Greeley St, Salisbury Beach, and she also enjoyed winter visits to Hilton Head Island, SC. She enjoyed knitting, Scrabble, Parcheesi and crossword puzzles. She also was an amateur artist and poet, and was always able to compose a humorous ditty for any occasion.

She was a lifetime member of St. James Parish, serving as a member of the Parish Council, Ladies Sodality, CCD Teacher, and was a founding member of its former Mothers’ Circle. She was also a Den Mother in St James Cub Scouts Pack 9.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her brothers Edmund Grey Jr, who died in infancy, and Joseph Grey., who died in 2001. She leaves eight sons, John J. Jr. and wife Maria, Mark F. and wife Barbara, Peter G. and wife Lisa, David M., Timothy P. and fiancée Pamela Shimanski all of Haverhill, Michael E. of Salisbury Beach, Stephen T. and wife Kari of Burlington, Thomas A. and wife Lisa of Ipswich; two daughters, who cared for her in her final years, Kathryn E. and husband Timothy Devaney of Haverhill, Patricia A. and husband Frank Hathaway of Marblehead; 13 grandchildren, Patrick, Brian, Kevin and Cameron Lynch, Matthew, Andrew and Benjamin Devaney Haverhill, Julia and Kellsee Lynch, Burlington, Carolyn and Katie Lynch, Ipswich, Meagan and Emma Hathaway, Marblehead; a brother and sister in law, Joseph and Anne Lynch, Cherry Hill, NJ; a sister in law, Claire Lynch, Woburn, several cousins, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be 4-8 PM Monday, April 27, at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St, (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will begin at 9 AM Tuesday, April 28, from the funeral home with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10 AM at St James Church, Winter St. Haverhill. Interment will follow in St James Cemetery, Primrose St. Haverhill. Donations may be made to the St James Capital Improvements Fund, 6 Cottage St, Haverhill, MA 01830. The family would like to thank the staff of SarahCare, Hampstead, NH, for their services during Elaine’s final months. www.comeaufuneral.com.

Thomas (“Tom” or “Tommy”) O’Meara, 49

Atkinson, NH - Thomas (“Tom” or “Tommy”) O’Meara, 49 of Atkinson, NH, succumbed to complications from cancer on Tuesday, March 24, 2009 at the Kaplan Hospice House, in Danvers, Massachusetts.

Tom was a proud “Yankee Doodle baby”, having been born on July 4, 1959. The son of the late James and Claire (Donnelly) O’Meara, he grew up in Somerville, MA, and had resided in Atkinson, NH for nearly two decades.
An alumnus of Malden Catholic High School, Tom pursued a math degree at the University of Lowell. He retired from the IRS in 2004, with awards recognizing his service to the agency, colleagues, and taxpayers.

An avid music lover, Tom was known for previously owning huge album and CD collections, and for dominating juke boxes wherever he went, usually to the praise of fellow patrons. An athlete in his youth, bad ankles forced

him into the role of a learned spectator of many sports.

Tom leaves four brothers, James Jr., Michael, Stephen, and Kevin, as well as two nieces and two nephews. He was good natured, gentle, usually quiet, and he will be remembered as a kind, supportive friend, and a deeply dedicated son and brother.

At the request of Mr. O’Meara there are no calling hours or funeral services. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St. Framingham, MA 01701 or a charity of your choosing. Arrangements are under the direction of the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home 486 Main St. Haverhill, MA. www.comeaufuneral.com.

Patricia (Karekos) Sullivan, 68

Haverhill, MA - Patricia (Karekos) Sullivan, 68, of Haverhill, died Sunday, March 22, at the Exeter Hospital from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.

Born in Haverhill, she was the daughter of the late, Charles and Rallou (Handakas) Karekos. She attended Haverhill Public Schools and was a 1959 Graduate of Haverhill High School. She continued her education at the Fassio School of Beauty in Lawrence and received her Beauticians License. She spent seventeen years employed as an inspector at the former AT&T and Lucent Technologies, in North Andover, retiring in 1990. Nothing gave Patricia more joy than caring for and watching her family grow, she was the matriarch of “Sullyville”. She was a fabulous cook, she enjoyed camping, traveling, gardening, and decorating her home. Her life was centered around her family and she will be sadly missed.

She leaves her beloved husband of forty-eight years, Daniel J. Sullivan, two sons and daughters in law, Michael P. and Elizabeth M. (Glennon), Kevin J. and Michele L. (Crescenzi) all of Haverhill, three brothers, Peter, of Newark, NY, Christos, of Amesbury, and Stephen, of Tampa, FL, sisters, Eleanor Daginis, of Haverhill, Lucy MacDougall, of Haverhill, and Dorothy Early, of Bradford, cherished grandchildren, Brian, Stephen, Julia, Catherine, and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a brother John, and sister Mary Varonfakis.

Her Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday at 11:00 AM at the Holy Apostles Sts. Peter and Paul Greek Orthodox Church, 154 Winter St. Haverhill. Burial will follow at St. James Cemetery, Primrose St. Haverhill. Calling hours will be Wednesday from 4 to 8:00 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St. Framingham, MA 01701. www.comeaufuneral.com

Paula Coughlin, 56

Haverhill, MA - Paula Coughlin, 56, of Haverhill, died February 28, at the Oxford in Haverhill after a lengthy illness.

She was born in Lowell and educated in the Westford Public Schools, graduating from Westford Academy in 1970. For many years she was employed as a supervisor in the housekeeping department of the Westford Regency.

Known for her culinary skills, and practical jokes, she enjoyed entertaining friends, whether it was in her kitchen or around the campfire. A lover of animals, she cherished her many dogs and cats.

Among her family she leaves, a brother, Paul Bellemore, of Westford, aunt, Lorraine Coughlin, Godmother, Lorraine Panagopoulos, of Lowell, cousins, Cynthia MonteirodeCastro, of Dracut, Linda Hall, of New Ipswich, NH, Mary Golio, of Dracut, Thomas Coughlin, of Tyngsboro, and close friend, Dawn Bunting, of Haverhill.

At the request of Ms. Coughlin, there are no calling hours. A graveside service will be held on Friday at 10:00 AM at St. Catherine Cemetery, Pine Ridge Rd. Westford. Memorial contributions may be made in her name to the MSPCA at Nevins Farm, 400 Broadway, Methuen, MA 01844-2052. Arrangements are under the direction of the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. Haverhill. www.comeaufuneral.com.

Albert S. Fournier, III, 55

Haverhill, MA - Albert S. Fournier, III, 55, of Haverhill, died Friday, February 27, at his home after being stricken ill suddenly.

He was born at Fort Campbell, Kentucky, the son of Albert S., II, and Beverly (Wilson) Fournier, and lived in Haverhill most of his life. He attended Haverhill Public Schools. Mr. Fournier proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corp from 1972 to 1974. For many years he was a partner in the business founded by his father, Family Painting and Roofing Company located in Methuen.

He leaves his wife, Annette (Landry) Fournier, two sons, Darrin and Steven, two daughters, Abby and Darlene, grandchildren, Daryn and Destiny Fournier, his parents, Albert S. and Beverly Fournier, a brother, Edward , and sister, April Plummer, all of Florida, and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a daughter, April Fournier, and a brother, Gary Fournier.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Wednesday evening from 4 to 7PM, at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, at 10:00 AM in the funeral home. Burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery, Salem St. Bradford. www.comeaufuneral.com.

Edwin R. Glover, 91

Haverhill, MA - Edwin R. Glover, 91, of Haverhill, formerly of Lynn, died Thursday February 26, at Penacook Place Nursing Home after a brief period of declining health.

Born in Chelsea, he was the son of the late Clarence P. and Bertha (Hancock) Glover. He attended Chelsea Public Schools and Chelsea High School. A Veteran of WWII, he proudly served in the U.S. Army Infantry. He was awarded the American Theater Campaign Ribbon, the European, African, and Middle Eastern Campaign Ribbons.

A hard working, devoted family man, he was employed as a pipefitter at the Charlestown Navy Yard. When Charlestown closed he transferred to the Portsmouth Navy Yard and retired in 1979. He enjoyed nothing more than to pack up the family and some friends for camping excursions to the mountains. He cherished the natural beauty of New England and getting away from the city. Known for his tremendous sense of humor, he always left you with a smile on your face.

The widower of Ruth L. (Wickson) who died in 1976, he leaves four sons and their wives, Richard and Carol Glover, of Pea, SD, Harry and Peggy Glover, of Plaistow, NH, Edwin “Scott” and Ann Glover, of Lynn, Joseph Glover, of Saugus, a daughter, Patricia Love and her husband Ronald, of Pepperell, grandchildren, Myra, Michael, Jeffrey, Joseph, Scott, and Alicia Glover, Heather Love, Michelle Roberts, Timothy Casey, Michael and John Zenglowski, Donald and Colleen Sewell, and Lacey Harris.

Friends and family may call today (Friday) from 4 to 7 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held on Saturday morning at 10:00 AM in the funeral home with the Reverend Jane Bearden officiating. Burial will follow at the Pine Grove Cemetery, Boston St. Lynn. www.comeaufuneral.com.

Richard P. Wilson, 73

Haverhill, MA - Richard P. Wilson, 73, of Haverhill, died Saturday, February 21 at the Merrimack Valley Hospital after being stricken ill suddenly at his home.

Born in Haverhill, he was the son of the late, Paul F. and Cecelia (Comeau) Wilson. Educated in the Haverhill Public School system, he was a 1953 Graduate of Haverhill High School. He then furthered his education attending the Franklin Institute of Photography in Boston. Upon completion of Photography School in 1956 he enlisted into the U.S. Army and was honorably discharged in 1959. He was a member of the former St. Rita’s Parish and later All Saints parish, the Garibaldi Club, and New England Teamsters Local 686.

Mr. Wilson began his career as a sales associate for the 20th Century Baking Co. located here in Haverhill. For the next thirty years he was employed by the J.J. Nissen Company in Lawrence, retiring as sales manager, in 1992.

A devoted family man, he enjoyed playing pool, a friendly card game, or just cruising the back roads of New England with his beloved wife Claire.

He leaves his wife of forty-nine years, Claire (Emilio) Wilson, a son, Richard F. Wilson, daughters, Jeanne W. Woelfel, and Christine McKenzie, daughter in law, Laura (Lovely) Wilson, all of Haverhill, cherished grandchildren, Michael Dill, Johanna McKenzie, Alexander Wilson, Sonali and Sunil Mukerjee, Carney, Harrison, and Michaela Woelfel, a brother and sister in law, Donald and Catherine Wilson, also of Haverhill, and several nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Wednesday, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill. Funeral services will be held on Thursday morning at 9:00 AM from the funeral home with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 AM in All Saints Church, 120 Bellevue Ave. Haverhill. Burial will follow at St. James Cemetery, Primrose St. Haverhill. Memorial donations may be made in his name to St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis TN, 38105-1942. www.comeaufuneral.com

Carole L. (Ducharme) Hennessey, 67

Haverhill, MA - Carole L. (Ducharme) Hennessey, 67, of Haverhill, formerly of Groveland, died Saturday, February 7, at the Merrimack Valley Hospital after a brief illness.

Born in Haverhill, she was the daughter of the late, Bertrand R. and Emma M. (Carter) Ducharme. She attended Groveland elementary schools was a 1959 Graduate of Pentucket High School.

Mrs. Hennessey was a homemaker most of her life, tending to her children and grandchildren. For a short time she was employed as a quality control inspector for Western Electric in North Andover.

The widow of Frank P. Hennessey who died in 1994, she leaves two sons, Matthew P. and Sean E. Hennessey, a daughter and son in law, Andrea M. and Timothy Slavit all of Haverhill, grandchildren, Laura, Emma, Phillip, Matthew, Kane, and Chloe Hennessey, and Timothy and Ryan Slavit. She was predeceased by her son Brian in 2003, and her brother Richard “Bud” Ducharme in 2007.

At the request of Mrs. Hennessey, there are no calling hours. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, friends and family respectfully invited, from the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill, at 9:00 AM with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:30 AM in St. Patrick’s Church, Center St. Groveland. A private burial will take place in the family lot in Riverview Cemetery, Groveland. www.comeaufuneral.com.

Nicole M. (Tremblay) Rau, 35

Haverhill, MA - Nicole M. (Tremblay) Rau, 35, died Friday, January 30 at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born in Haverhill, she was the daughter of James J. and Susan M. (Cartier) Tremblay. She was a 1991 Graduate of Haverhill High School, and attended Westfield State College and New England School of Nail Design.

Always an independent self driven woman, her career started at Bradford Ski area during winters and Carters Ice cream stand in the summers of her school years. She owned and operated Nicole’s Nails in Andover, North Andover, and finally in Haverhill. She also held a Real Estate License, working with Novack Real Estate in Haverhill, until her illness forced her into early retirement. The most fulfilling occupation of her life however, was the title of loving wife and mother. Time spent with her high school sweetheart and adoring husband of ten years, Christopher and doting mother of her three year old son Jack.

Along with her beloved husband, Christopher M. Rau, and son, Jack. C. Rau, she leaves her parents, James J. and Susan M. Tremblay, all of Haverhill, a brother, Jason T. Tremblay, of Boston, aunts and uncles, Margaret and Richard Pietrowski, of Hudson, NH, and Virginia Bergeron, of Haverhill, father in law, James Rau, of Methuen, mother in law, Christine (Cosio) Rau, of Haverhill, brothers and sisters in law, James and Traci Rau, John and Melissa Rau, many cousins and friends.

Friends and family are respectfully invited to call on Wednesday, February 4, at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home 486 Main St. (Rte 125) Haverhill, from 3:00 to 7:00 PM. Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 9:00 AM from the funeral home with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 AM at All Saints Church, Bellevue Ave, Haverhill. Burial will follow in St. Patrick’s Cemetery, North Broadway, Haverhill. Memorial donations may be made to: Jack C. Rau Trust Fund c/o Merrimack Valley Federal Credit Union, 2 Water St. Haverhill, MA 01830 www.comeaufuneral.com.

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