April Hale

Haverhill – April J. Hale, 45, passed away December 27, 2016 at Holy Family Hospital in Methuen surrounded by her loving family.Born in Boston, she was the daughter of Greg and Paula (Lupo) Hale. She was a graduate of Somerville High School, Class of 1989. She was employed as a manager for the 7 Eleven in Haverhill. She was a member of the Granite Trinity Church in Haverhill. April had a love for books, was an avid reader and she passed that on to her children and others. She loved the water and going to the beach where she enjoyed fishing. She was known to everyone who met her for her loving and giving nature, always helping those in need. April’s home was a welcoming place, always open to all. Most important to her were her children. She was a wonderful, loving mother who loved to be with her children. She was very active in their lives, participating in school activities, encouraging them to be the best they could be. April will always be an inspiration to all who knew and loved her.April is survived by her loving companion Lou M. Martinez of Haverhill her children, Steven Murphy of Georgetown Tayla Murphy of Bradford Kailyn Martinez, Ariel Martinez and Jaden Martinez all of Haverhill her siblings, Derek O’Connor and Dale Lupo and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sister Tara Hale.Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend calling hours on Monday, January 2^nd from 4:00PM until 7:00PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main Street, Haverhill. Funeral services will follow in the funeral home at 7:00PM. Please visit Comeau Funeral Home on Facebook or www.comeaufuneral.com