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15 May 2023 at 2:27pm
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2 Nov 2023 at 12:56pm
The Official Blog of Social Security

25 May 2023 at 10:12am
Kilolo Kijakazi, Acting Commissioner of Social Security, announced that the agency has expanded its outreach to people in critical need of financial help who may be eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI). SSI provides monthly payments to adults age 65 and older or to other adults – and children – with a disability or blindness […]

12 May 2023 at 9:13am
Olivia and Liam are once again America’s most popular baby names in 2022. Liam has topped the list for six years in a row, and Olivia has been the top choice for new parents for four years. There is only one new name in the top 10, with Luna crawling into the top 10 for […]

20 Apr 2023 at 2:50pm
Social Security helps people in all stages of life. We provide easy and convenient ways to learn about and apply for benefits. Using our online services, you can assist friends and family members to: Apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Check if the person you are helping qualifies for SSI – and also apply – […]

9 Feb 2023 at 2:50pm
February is National Black History Month. This year’s theme, “Black Resistance,” focuses on Black Americans’ efforts to advocate for dignified, self-determined lives within our democratic society, while bringing attention to their achievements. Social Security is here to help you live freely and with dignity. Our retirement, survivors, and disability programs help millions plan for their […]

19 Jan 2023 at 2:55pm
There’s no better place to learn about Social Security programs and do business with us than on our redesigned website at SSA.gov. Visitors to SSA.gov will experience a new design to help them find what they need more easily. Here are our top 10 webpages:   my Social Security — You can open a personal […]

12 Jan 2023 at 2:55pm
Social Security programs touch the lives of more than 70 million people. We work hard to ensure critical benefits and other services are accessible to you. Consider the start of the new year as an opportunity for you to engage with Social Security online. This begins with creating your free and secure personal my Social […]

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7 Dec 2023 at 4:53pm
NEWBURYPORT — The Newburyport Democratic City Committee will end the year with discussion of two key local issues – the contract negotiations at Anna Jaques Hospital and affordable housing.



7 Dec 2023 at 1:17pm
NEWBURYPORT — Members of the Belleville Cemetery Board are calling on members of the community to join them as they work to maintain a vital piece of the city’s history.


7 Dec 2023 at 7:15am
NEWBURYPORT — The Department of Public Services is planning to roll out the third year of the city’s five-year streets and sidewalks improvement plan, which should look dramatically different from the first two years of the program.


7 Dec 2023 at 6:30am
NEWBURYPORT — A new anti-shuffling parking policy was implemented over the summer, and Mayor Sean Reardon is not sure he’s all that happy with it.


7 Dec 2023 at 5:00am
SALISBURY — More than 40 folks came out to the Salisbury Public Library Tuesday night for a forum on the proposed new Whittier school building.



7 Dec 2023 at 5:00am
AMESBURY — Christmas spirit was in the air as more than 100 seniors gathered at the Holy Family Parish Hall on Wednesday for the Council on Aging’s annual holiday party.


7 Dec 2023 at 4:30am
On this day in 1888, the newspaper reported that the whistling buoy which went adrift and sank during a storm the previous week had been replaced by a government steamer. According to the lifesaving station men, it was a great…


6 Dec 2023 at 3:39pm
NEWBURYPORT — People enjoying Invitation Night on Friday can also enjoy the Cookie Walk and historic church tours at the First Religious Society, Unitarian Universalist Church.


6 Dec 2023 at 3:17pm
NEWBURYPORT — Congregation Ahavas Achim is joining with Community Service of Newburyport in support of its Making It Personal program.


6 Dec 2023 at 6:30am
NEWBURYPORT — A confusing process and where to find $30 million were just two issues on the minds of School Committee members when they were joined by former Mayor Donna Holaday to discuss the proposed Whittier Regional Vocational Technical High…


6 Dec 2023 at 5:10am
NEWBURYPORT — Tensions between a pair of city councilors over residency matters boiled over into a contentious General Government subcommittee meeting that one councilor called a “kangaroo court” Monday night.



6 Dec 2023 at 5:00am
SALISBURY — Multiple suits are moving forward regarding the proposed development at the former Foote’s Ice Cream stand, with one looking to halt development as the other pushes it forward.


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7 Dec 2023 at 5:00pm
BOSTON — Members of the state's all-Democrat congressional delegation are reiterating calls to the Biden administration to give the state more federal funding to deal with an ongoing influx of asylum seekers.


7 Dec 2023 at 5:00am
BOSTON — State regulators are pressuring utility companies to consider greener alternatives to natural gas by choking off a source of revenue to add new pipelines and other fossil-fuel infrastructure.



7 Dec 2023 at 4:15am
NORTH ANDOVER — The Planning Board voted unanimously Tuesday to approve Merrimack College's plans for building two dorms that will house 540 students at the corner of Turnpike and Elm streets.


7 Dec 2023 at 4:00am
BOTON – The Judiciary Committee welcomed feedback Tuesday on the latest versions of bills that would update definitions and penalties in the hate crimes statute, some of which won endorsement last session from then-Attorney General Maura Healey.



6 Dec 2023 at 5:00pm
BOSTON — Gov. Maura Healey has rolled out a long-term economic development plan that calls for making new investments in housing and public transportation, and luring workers to the state to help ease major workforce shortages.



6 Dec 2023 at 2:45pm
BOSTON — A proposal to legalize psychedelic mushrooms in Massachusetts moved closer to being on the 2024 ballot on Wednesday, after supporters turned in more than enough signatures to clear a major hurdle.



6 Dec 2023 at 6:30am
BOSTON — Gov. Maura Healey did a little redecorating last week in the corner office, installing two 20th century oil paintings intended to diversify the artwork visitors see under the Golden Dome.


5 Dec 2023 at 5:00pm
BOSTON — Backers of a plan to remove the MCAS high school graduation requirement say they've moved one step closer to putting the question before the state's voters next year.


5 Dec 2023 at 4:30am
BOSTON — House Democrats pushed through a supplemental budget on Monday that includes $250 million for the state's migrant crisis amid opposition from the Legislature's GOP minority, who had blocked its passage for several days.


4 Dec 2023 at 8:35am
BOSTON — The workforce shortage that has left employers across sectors scrambling to keep operations running in recent years isn’t likely to let up “any time, in the rest of anybody’s lifetime,” one of the nation’s leading economists said Thursday.


4 Dec 2023 at 8:00am
WESTWOOD — A new report by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety shows that American drivers are addicted to speeding – even though this risky behavior increases their odds of dying in a crash.



4 Dec 2023 at 7:36am
LAWRENCE — Merrimack Valley Credit Union (MVCU) team members partnered with Neighbors in Need on Nov. 16 to help distribute food to more than 240 community members at the Lawrence Boys & Girls Club.


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7 Dec 2023 at 8:02pm
LAS VEGAS (AP) — The suspect in the deadly shooting at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, had a list of targets at the school and at East Carolina University in North Carolina, police said Thursday.



7 Dec 2023 at 8:00am
Norman Lear has died. The producer who made TV topical in the 1970s with the sitcom “All in the Family,” died Tuesday night at the age of 101 years old. “All in the Family" starred Carroll O’Connor as diehard conservative…



7 Dec 2023 at 7:30am
Authorities say a Texas man killed his parents and four others and wounded two police officers in a trail of violence stretching from San Antonio to Austin. Thirty-four-year-old Shane James was captured and charged with two counts of capital murder…



7 Dec 2023 at 6:15am
LOS ANGELES — Two months after his historic ouster as U.S. House speaker, Republican Rep. Kevin McCarthy said Wednesday that he is resigning and will leave Congress by the end of the year.



6 Dec 2023 at 7:04pm
Three people were fatally shot Wednesday and a fourth person was critically wounded in an attack on the University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus, police said. The suspected shooter also was found dead. The attack just before noon sent police…


6 Dec 2023 at 6:40pm
NEW YORK — Something is different on the comics pages this week. In the panels of “Mutts,” there’s the long-delayed sight of freedom.


6 Dec 2023 at 6:45am
Denny Laine, a British singer, songwriter and guitarist who performed in an early, pop-oriented version of the Moody Blues and was later Paul McCartney’s longtime sideman in the ex-Beatle’s solo band Wings, has died at age 79. Laine sang lead…



5 Dec 2023 at 6:49pm
ARLINGTON, Va. — The owner of a Virginia house that exploded as police tried to execute a search warrant is believed to have died in the blast, officials said Tuesday, as details emerged about numerous grievances he expressed against neighbors…


4 Dec 2023 at 5:00pm
BOSTON — Massachusetts cities could be forced to remove underground lead pipes from drinking water systems under a new federal rule aimed at reducing childhood exposure to the toxic chemical.



1 Dec 2023 at 11:34am
The House has voted to expel Republican Rep. George Santos of New York following a critical ethics report on his conduct that included converting campaign donations for his own use. He's just the sixth member in the chamber’s history to…


1 Dec 2023 at 9:00am
NEW YORK (AP) — The Republican National Committee’s rules for next year’s nominating contest and convention were released this week without addressing a question the GOP could well face next summer: Can the party’s delegates vote for a different candidate…



30 Nov 2023 at 5:08pm
The Israeli military says a total of eight Israeli hostages have been released from captivity in the Gaza Strip on Thursday. The army said the Red Cross transferred six hostages to Egypt, and they were being brought to Israel to…



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7 Dec 2023 at 3:00pm
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7 Dec 2023 at 6:00am
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6 Dec 2023 at 5:00pm
For Newburyport field hockey coach Shannon Haley, and really for any other coach across the entire state, there’s always going to be room for someone on your team like Rita Cahalane.


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7 Dec 2023 at 7:18pm
Jon Rahm is now part of Saudi-funded LIV Golf. The shocking news was confirmed when Rahm donned a black LIV Golf jacket during an appearance on Fox News. Rahm leaves right as the PGA Tour and the Saudi backers of…



6 Dec 2023 at 5:00pm
It’s been more than a decade since the NFL featured three offenses as challenged as the ones for the New England Patriots, New York Jets and New York Giants. Blame it on quarterback injuries, bad rosters, poor coaching and downright…



The Daily News of Newburyport: Obituaries
8 Dec 2023 at 12:42am
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6 Dec 2023 at 4:00pm
Salisbury - June DeCoste of Sailsbury, MA, age 83, passed away on December 3. June was born in Somerville, MA to her parents John DeCoste and Edith Crocker DeCoste. While she was raised in Rowley, she graduated from Newburyport High School in the class of 1958. She retired from Owens-Illinois after 30 years of employment. We have lost a saint of a woman. June was the best daughter, sister, aunt, and friend anyone could ever have. She will be remembered for being a warm and generous person who was open, honest, and loyal. She was fun, witty, caring and loving on so many levels and will be dearly missed by all of us. She loved all creatures, big and small (including humans) and they equally loved her. Animals could sense her love and would want her attention. She especially loved her Corgis Dutchess and Kayli and would help organize Corgi group meetings at Kingston Park and Rye Beach with them. June was an avid birder and loved to share her passion with anyone who wanted to accompany her on bird-watching adventures. She loved going on day and weekend trips to see different types of nature and explore new places. June was always willing to try new things and experience all life had to offer. She was also a member of the Laurel Grange in West Newbury. June was an amazing aunt to her many nieces and nephews and loved them all passionately. She would do anything for them and did so on many occasions. She truly would do anything she could to make anyone's life better. She is pre-deceased by her parents, her sister Kathryn DeCoste Felch and her niece Lisa Walsh. She is survived by her brothers Robert DeCoste and his wife Nancy, Thomas DeCoste, her sisters Joan Ferragamo, Jean DeCoste, Margaret Wade and many nieces and nephews. Burial will be private. Are by the E.V. Jutras & Sons Funeral Home in Amesbury,



6 Dec 2023 at 4:00pm
Salisbury - Robert R. Packard Jr. passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, December 3rd, at his home. Rob was born in Amesbury, MA on September 22, 1966. He grew up in Newbury and graduated from Triton High School, then attended Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and became a Pharmacy Technician. He worked as a Pharmacy Tech at Mass General Hospital and Boston Veterans Hospital before relocating to Woodstock, Ct. where he lived for 30 years. In Woodstock he was employed at the Town of Woodstock, Ct. Most recently he relocated back to the greater Newburyport area. Rob unexpectedly succumbed to a long term chronic medical condition. He loved and rescued many dogs over the years. Rob was an avid music lover, who played and collected many guitars. He also loved spending time with his family and friends. He leaves his mother, Carolyn Ilsley and step-father Bruce Ilsley; his father, Robert R Packard Sr. and step-mother, Diane Packard; his step-brother and step-sister, as well as many cousins, nieces and nephews. A Private Family Memorial Graveside Service will be held at the Newbury Neck Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in memory of Robert R. Packard, Jr. to the American Diabetes Association. Arrangements were by Elliott, Woodworth & Rogers Family Funeral Home, 35 Green Street, Newburyport, MA 01950.



5 Dec 2023 at 4:00pm
Salisbury - Harold "Brud" Janvrin, Jr, 85, passed away on Thursday, November 30, 2023 at his winter home in Miramar Beach, FL. Brud was born in Salisbury, MA on July 28, 1938 and remained a lifelong resident of Salisbury. He was predeceased by his loving and loyal wife of 59 years, Patricia Ann Martin Janvrin. He is survived by his two sons Jason Janvrin and his wife Maureen A. Janvrin, their two sons Conor J. Janvrin and Colin P. Janvrin of Windham, ME and Joshua Janvrin and his wife Olivia M. Janvrin and their three children, Jordan J. Janvrin, Brookelynn M. Valente and Joseph J. Valente of Methuen, MA. He is survived by his sister Lois Malone of Nashua, NH, his brother Edward Janvrin of Salisbury, MA and his sister Mabel Lavalley of Salisbury, MA, along with several nieces and nephews. He was the son of late Harold Janvrin, Sr and Carrie Janvrin of Salisbury, MA. He was predeceased by his brother Russell Janvrin and his two brother in laws, Jim Malone and Clay Lavalley. He will be deeply missed by his girlfriend and caregiver, Laura Hudon. Brud graduated from Amesbury High School class of 1956 where he was a star football player. After graduating high school he served two years in the United States Army, then 5 years in the National Guard. He worked as a Foreman at Vaughn Manufacturing until retirement. Brud held many accomplishments throughout his life; Member of the Lions Club for 20 years, past president. Lions Club Ballfield Chairman, Little League Coach, Harbor Commission Chair, 5 years and a former Town Selectman. Brud enjoyed outdoor recreation these adventures provided him his most favorite memories with family and friends. Brud enjoyed camping and fishing at Pine Knoll Campground and attending decoy shows with his friends. Brud's witty sense of humor and readiness to tell a good joke. Brud will be deeply missed by his family and the many hearts he touched throughout his life. Brud was a great husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend, neighbor and a mentor to all that knew him. Dad was many things to many people. A the request of Brud, there will be no services at this time, but a celebration of life will be held in early 2024, details to follow.



5 Dec 2023 at 4:00pm
Portsmouth - Walter Gerard "Jerry" LeBlanc, 85, of Portsmouth, NH, formerly of Amesbury, MA, passed away peacefully Saturday, December 2, 2023. He was born October 15, 1938 in Haverhill, MA, and proudly served in the United States Air Force from 1956 to 1960. He worked many years as a tool and die maker before opening Amesbury Skate and Sport Shop. He was employed at Lucent Technologies for 20 years and then retired, becoming a Florida snowbird for many wonderful years. Jerry was an avid sports enthusiast and happiest in the sun or with a golf club in his hand. He enjoyed reading, traveling, and spending time with his family. Jerry is survived by his loving wife Doris "Figie" LeBlanc of 64 years, his three children, Gary and Laurie LeBlanc of Newburyport, MA; Laureen and Jeff Hume of Hampton, NH; and Susan and Richard Dumore of Hampton, NH; seven grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; his sister, Linda Blair of California; and his three nieces; all of whom he deeply adored. Relatives and friends are invited to attend calling hours at the E.V. Jutras & Sons Funeral Home 118 Friend St. in Amesbury, MA on Monday Dec, 11 from 5-7 pm. Jerry's funeral mass will be celebrated on Tuesday December 12 at 11:00 AM at St. Theresa Parish 820 Central Rd. Rye Beach, NH



3 Dec 2023 at 4:00pm
Amesbury - Paul Reynolds died 11/20/2023. Paul was born on 12/19/1959 in Pittsfield, MA to Gordon and Ann Reynolds. He was graduated from Taconic High School in 1977 and attended UMass. Paul worked at Reynolds, Barnes & Hebb in Pittsfield before moving to Pittsburgh and working at Redshaw. He relocated to Newburyport where he worked for many years at Arthur S. Page Insurance Agency. Paul also began his own businesses Computer Clarity and Intranet Concepts. Paul is survived by his brothers Ross (Harriet) and Karl Reynolds, sister, Lee (Kevin) Homewood, niece Amy (Richard) Jones, nephew Scott Homewood and grandnephews Ben, Elliot, and Conrad Jones and beloved cat, Hank. Paul's contagious smile and laugh will be missed by his fellow musicians, friends, and family. His love of music was legendary.



3 Dec 2023 at 4:00pm
Merrimac - Menetta C. (Peterson) Starbird, age 94, longtime resident of Merrimac, passed peacefully on November 18, 2023, at High Pointe Hospice House in Haverhill, after a short period of declining health. She was the beloved wife of John E. Starbird, who passed on February 20, 2012. Born in Amesbury, April 7, 1929, she was the daughter of the late Wilber and Myrtle (Ball) Peterson and was a graduate of Amesbury High School. She met John Starbird after he came home from the War, and they were married in April, 1947. she had worked for three years at Flex Haust in Amesbury, then 10 years at Western Electric in Andover, at which time she retired to start her family, with her first born, Carol, in 1960, then came Dawn, in 1964 and Peter in 1967. "Netta" became a Scout Leader of many children for 15 years and had been actively involved with the Merrimacport United Methodist Church, where she prepared Corned Beef Suppers, was part of the outreach program and the missionary work. Above all else, it was the love and joy she received from her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren that she cherished throughout her life. Once her children were older, she worked with her husband, John, at Starbird Jeweler's and continued to work in the Jewelry Shop until a month before her passing. The Jewelry store has been part of the family's life since John opened the store back in 1961, and after his retirement, Netta continued on with her daughter, Dawn and son, Peter. Her deep rooted love of her family will continue to warm their hearts forever and those who knew and loved her, will always treasure the special memories of her life. Netta leaves behind her two children, Dawn M. Dow and husband William Dow, Jr., and Peter J. Starbird and his wife Susan; son-in-law, Eric E. Sheehan; seven grandchildren, Jacqui, Jeff, Leah, John, Emily-Anne, Andrew and Joshua; seven great-grandchildren, Jaime, Hunter, Jacob, Kaelan, Oliver, Meleigh and Freya-Leigh; extended family and many dear friends, and last but not least, her beloved grand dog, Nico. In addition to her parents and her husband, Netta is also predeceased by her daughter, Carol J. Sheehan who passed on Aprl 6, 2023, and her only brother, Albert Peterson. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 1 p.m. at the Merrimacport United Methodist Church, 39 High Street, Merrimac, MA 01860. The family will have a private graveside service at Locust Grove Cemetery, where Netta will be laid to eternal rest with her husband, John and her daughter, Carol. Arrangements were made by Paul C. Rogers Family Funeral Home, 36 West Main Street, Merrimac.



3 Dec 2023 at 4:00pm
Amesbury - James Dion, 63, passed away peacefully on Sunday November 19th after a courageous battle with cancer. James was the son of the late Richard Dion and Elizabeth (Manning) Dion. He leaves his son Richard Dion; daughter, Melanie Rocha, daughter-in-law, Jessica Dion, son-in-law Troy Rocha; grandsons, Kaleb Dion and Troy Rocha, Jr., granddaughter Vera Dion, and five siblings, Susan (Robert) Earabino, Stephen (Jami) Dion, Karen Woodburn, Edward Dion, and brother-in-law, Michael Barrett. He had 11 nieces and nephews and was predeceased by his father, brother David Dion and sister Deborah Barrett. James graduated from Whittier Vocational Technical High School, Class of 1979. He dedicated his life to the City of Amesbury where he worked as a Water Treatment Operator for the City of Amesbury for 37 years and Deputy Director of Amesbury Emergency Management for 23 years. He was a wonderful man who would do anything for anyone. He loved NASCAR races, WW2 history and relaxing by the lake. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Calling hours for James will be held Saturday December 16th 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at E.V. Jutras & Sons Funeral Home, 118 Friend Street, in Amesbury, MA followed by a memorial service. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the American Red Cross where James was a devoted volunteer www.redcross.org.



3 Dec 2023 at 4:00pm
Amesbury - Evelyn "Pat" (Rogers) Junkins, age 74, of Amesbury, MA, passed away on December 2, 2023, at Anna Jaques Hospital, after a period of declining health. She was the beloved wife of William "Bill" Junkins. Born on March 6, 1949, in Newburyport, MA, she was one of five children of the late Leonard and Edith Rogers and was a graduate of North Reading High School. "Pat", as she liked to be called, loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and her great-granddaughter, all of whom she loved so dearly. Additionally, Pat thoroughly enjoyed playing Bingo and always looked forward to trips to the white Mountains in New Hampshire. In addition to her husband "Billy", she is survived by her two sons, William Junkins and David "Peanut" Junkins; her daughter Norma Webster and husband Mike; her five grandchildren, Tara Stevens and her husband Aaron, Patrick "Ricky" Sonier, Tony Sonier, Danielle Sonier, and Leroy Sonier; her only great-granddaughter, Paige Goodwin; her brothers, Lenny Brown and wife Sue and Bobby Rogers and wife Vicky, all of Seabrook, NH, along with several nieces and nephews, extended family and dear friends. Pat was preceded in death by her son, Winfield "Winnie" Junkins, her brother, Harry Brown, and her sister, Peggy Walker. Visiting hours will be held Friday, December 8, 2023, from 4 to 6 p.m. from the Highland Chapel of Paul C. Rogers Family Funeral Home, 2 Hillside Avenue, Amesbury, followed by a funeral service at 6 p.m. at the Amesbury location. By request of the family, burial at Belleville Cemetery, Newburyport, will be private.



30 Nov 2023 at 4:00pm
Newburyport - Ethel Josephine (Cowan) Jones, 94, of Newburyport, passed away Sunday, November 12, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of the late Howard T. Jones. She was born in New York City on June 21, 1929, and was the daughter of the late Thomas and Signe (Olauson) Cowan. Signe drowned when Ethel was 2-years-old. Her mother's sister, Olga, moved in with them to help raise Ethel who looked up to Olga (who the family called Mormor) as a mother. Ethel was raised in the Bronx and was a graduate of Walton High School in New York, class of 1947. She married Norman Gunnar Anderson on March 26, 1949. The family resided in West Hartford, CT where Susan was born. Norman died on June 3, 1952, of Lupus. Ethel then married Howard Trent Jones on June 19, 1954. The family resided in Connecticut where Casey was born. The family left Connecticut and moved to Pittsburgh, PA where Scott was born. Then to Brookfield, WI and then to Boxford, MA and back to Pittsburgh, PA. These moves were necessitated by Howard's job as an engineer for General Electric Company. Ethel and Howard eventually retired to Haverhill, MA to be near their children and grandchildren. Ethel loved family and worked hard to stay connected as she and Howard moved to different states and as her children grew up and moved away. She also loved sewing, quilting, braiding rugs, knitting, gardening, reading, and crossword puzzles. Ethel made afghans and quilts for all her children and grandchildren. She was an excellent cook and made taking care of the house look easy. She liked nothing better than to sit outside in the summer afternoon sun with a glass of iced tea and a good crossword puzzle. Ethel's favorite color was red because, as she said, it made her feel brave. Ethel also loved walking. She walked around the lake in North Park, PA (5 miles) 4 to 5 times per week. She also enjoyed swimming and was a member of the Sewickley Valley YMCA for many years, swimming laps twice per week. Ethel is survived by her children Susan Cronin and her husband Robert of Newburyport, MA, Casey Blais of Manchester, NH, and Scott Jones and his wife Corinne of Guadalupe as well as her grandchildren Faye Moyer, Benjamin Moyer and Kelly Blais, and her great granddaughter Scout Moyer. Her funeral service and interment will be held privately. Arrangements are under the direction of Brookside Chapel & Funeral Home, 116 Main St, Plaistow, NH. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Sewickley Valley YMCA, 625 Blackburn Rd, Sewickley, PA 15143 or at sewickleyymca.org. Enter Ethel Cowan Jones in the drop-down menu for memorial gifts.



29 Nov 2023 at 4:00pm
Newburyport - He was born in Andover, MA as the first-born child of Harold and Fernande Wennik of Andover. Joe was an altar boy, excellent student, varsity athlete at Phillips Andover Academy and Yale University, from where he graduated with a degree in American Studies. He served in the U.S. States army for 4 years with a subsequent assignment on the German Hungarian Border during the Cold War. He then followed his dream and became an English teacher and coach at Holderness School in Plymouth, New Hampshire. At the same time, he studied for his MA in German Language and Literature at Middlebury College, earned a Fulbright Scholarship to the University of Mainz in Germany, and, eventually, taught German and pursued his PhD in Medieval German at the University of Virginia. In 1967, he joined Phillips Academy in Andover, and for 33 years, he contributed substantially as a teacher, coach, housemaster, administrator. During the eighties, Joe was appointed as athletic director and was responsible for building an environment that was equally supportive of boys and girls in athletics from facilities to coaching to staff development at the time when Phillips Academy went co-ed. He actively furthered better and meaningful relationships with the town through programs like The Andover Summer Soccer Camp together with public and technical school coaches. As educator and College Counselor and Director of Alumni Affairs he encouraged, guided, mentored, inspired and supported students, colleagues and alumni to do their best, seek greater challenges, succeed. Always, he was guided by his ultimate and most cherished belief: "It's all about the kids." At the same time, he and his wife, Inga Kühn, raised and educated their three sons, centered their personal lives around their families in America and Germany, traveled in the United States and Europe, and, ultimately, settled in the Newburyport, Massachusetts area for their retirement. Here, Joe became involved with leading and supporting adult education programs and teaching within them. As he did throughout his life, he brought knowledge, enthusiasm, expertise, kindness and generosity to these. Joe is survived by his wife of 62 years, his three sons, Stefan, Marten and Lukas Wennik and his five grandchildren, Zachary, Jakob, Lily, Matthew and Phoebe, a large and loving family in America and Germany, and many devoted friends. Funeral services will be private, but contributions in his name would be welcome at the Phillips Academy Financial Aid Fund or The Lyceum within the Newburyport Adult Education Program.


28 Nov 2023 at 4:00pm
Merrimac - Randolph J. Eaton, age 78, of Merrimac, MA, passed peacefully at the Hannah Duston Nursing home in Haverhill, Friday evening, November 24, 2023 . He was the beloved husband of 55 years to Mary E. (Campbell) Eaton, who passed in July, 2018. Born in Newburyport, April 15, 1945, he was the son of the late Roland W. and Ruth P. (Bousley) Eaton and attended Newburyport High School. Randy, as he was known by many, had worked in the thriving shoe factories including Ruth Shoe Company and Stride Rite Shoe Company. Randy was an avid history buff. He took great pride and joy in participating in American Revolutionary War reenactments for many years. He was a proud member of the Freemasons. Although Randy and Mary had no children, they cherished their nieces and nephews and their children, treasuring all the joy they brought into their life. Randy was a longtime parishioner of the Church of Christ in Seabrook, NH, and was involved with many of their activities. His life's memories will always be treasured by his great nieces, Tammy Jo Canney and Tanya M. Chesley of East Wakefield, NH and Shelley L Price of Rochester, NH, along with extended family and dear friends. After the loss of his wife, Mary, Randy was blessed with five great years of companionship and abundant joy with Barbara Fenders. He was predeceased by his siblings, Ruth (Eaton) Cormier, Roland W. Eaton Jr., Richard Eaton and Roberta (Eaton) Morrell. Funeral Services will be held at Elliott, Woodworth & Rogers Family Funeral Home, 35 Green Street, Newburyport, MA on Monday December 4, 2023, at 11:30 A.M. followed by a Graveside Service at Highland Cemetery, Newburyport, where he will be laid to eternal rest with his wife, Mary.



28 Nov 2023 at 4:00pm
East Kingston - Barbara M. Metcalf (née Krafton) left this world better than she found it. Those who had the privilege of knowing her saw the positive impacts she made in her work, friendships, and family. A lifetime devout Catholic, her lord Jesus Christ called her home on November 17, 2023 after a short illness. Her passing fell on the birthday of her beloved late husband, Ronald W. Metcalf. Barbara and Ronald now have eternity in which to celebrate the grace of God, together again forever. Barbara grew up in Amesbury, MA, one of seven tight-knit children of Joseph and Isabelle Krafton; born on Christmas Day, 1945, she is remembered for her kind, compassionate, and generous spirit. After a career in public service, she spent retirement volunteering with St. Vincent de Paul in Plaistow, NH, reading history, and traveling. Family and friends meant more to her than anything. She is survived by her brothers, sisters, children, and grandchildren. Calling hours will be on Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023 from 3:00-7:00 p.m. at Brewitt Funeral Home 14 Pine St. Exeter, NH 03833 (603) 772-3554. Funeral Mass will be Friday, Dec. 1, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at Mary Mother of the Church, St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, 12 Amesbury Rd. Newton, NH 03858. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to The Society of St. Vincent de Paul, St Luke's Parish, 8 Atkinson Depot Rd., Plaistow, NH 03865. For more information, please visit brewittfuneralhome.com.



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Salisbury - Natalie F Cavanaugh, 89, a long-time resident of Salisbury, MA, passed away peacefully on November 26, 2023, at Brigham Manor Nursing Center in Newburyport, MA. She was born to the late Everett and Barbara Davis on March 1, 1934. Natalie was married to Bernard T. Cavanaugh "Bun," and they raised their son George T. Cavanaugh "Georgie". Her long-time occupation was the assembly of mechanical parts and factory work. She had an unforgettable personality and was generous to her close friends and family. She liked a good cup of coffee, enjoyed playing bino, and always found a way to keep busy. Natalie is survived by grandchildren Shannon Olbrot and her husband Chris, Ryan Cavanaugh, Daniel Cavanaugh, daughter-in-law Sheila Cavanaugh, great-grandchildren Cadence, Michael, Evelyn, and Abigail Olbrot, who knew her as "great Nana". Siblings: George Davis, Everett "Chip" Davis, and Frances MacDonald. "Untie Nat" had several beloved nieces and nephews, sister & brother-in-laws, and extended family. She is preceded in death by her parents, Everett and Barbara Davis, and her siblings, Barbara Janvrin and Josephine Poulin. Services will be held on November 30, 2023, at 10:00 AM at Twomey, LeBlanc, & Conte Funeral Home, 193 High St, Newburyport, MA 01950, followed by a private burial at Hillside Cemetery in Seabrook, NH. In lieu flowers, your sympathy can be expressed to the Newburyport Salvation Army in memory of Natalie Cavanaugh. 40 Water Street Newburyport, MA 01950. For directions or to offer online condolences please visit www.tlcfuneralhome.com



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Amesbury - Paula Ellen Iannuccillo (O'Neil) sadly passed away on November 27, 2023. She was the daughter of the late James and Helen O'Neil. Paula was born in Cambridge, MA and grew up in Wellesley, MA. She was educated in Wellesley before attending the College of White Plains where she earned her bachelor of science degree in early childhood education. Paula is survived by her husband of 41 years, Mark Iannuccillo; sons Mark Iannuccillo, wife Alysa and grandsons Jaxon, Cash and Wyatt; Robert Iannuccillo, wife Kelsey and grandson Josiah; David Iannuccillo and grandsons Gavin and Caleb; daughter Elizabeth Benitez, husband Julian and grandsons Connor and Luca; her brother James O'Neil and wife Andrea MacAulay; nephew Patrick O'Neil, wife Chrissy and son Finn; and niece Jennifer O'Neil and husband Andrew Couillard. Paula also had many additional "sons, daughters and grandkids" by way of friends who she considered family. Paula lived a full life, marrying her husband in 1983 and moving to Amesbury. She lovingly raised her four children in true superwoman fashion. She will always be remembered as a selfless wife and mother, who never complained or had a bad word to say about anybody. It was not uncommon to find a yard full of kids on a Friday night and Paula making pizza after pizza in the kitchen to make sure that everyone was fed! Paula returned to her passion of teaching once her children were in school full-time, working at Amesbury Elementary School for decades. Paula had a love for the beach and Cape Cod, spending time every summer soaking up the sun with a good book. She was an avid sports fan, especially hockey, attending many Bruins games or yelling at the TV from her living room. In her retirement Paula enjoyed getting away with the girls for their many adventures. Paula also loved horses and volunteered her time with different organizations that offered therapeutic programs. Best known as Nana, she operated the "Nana Bus" picking up and dropping off various grandkids from school or sports or loading them up for adventures with the back of her car stocked with snacks. She loved the holidays and having everyone together in one place. Her favorite was viewing Christmas lights, whether it was with her daughter Liz and daughter in law Alysa down in Chatham for the weekend or the lights at Sandy Hill Farm with all of her grandkids in tow. Her family was her life, she never turned down an opportunity to spend time with her family. She made sure to attend every game or event the grandkids were in. She will be forever missed and loved by all. In lieu of flowers, the family would request donations be made in memory of Mrs. I to Amesbury Educational Foundation. Visiting hours will be held Saturday, December 2, 2023, from 4 to 8 P.M. at the Highland Chapel of Paul C. Rogers Family Funeral Home, 2 Hillside Avenue, Amesbury, MA 01913.



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Seabrook - Donna Marie (Knowles) Eaton, age 67, of Seabrook, passed away on Tuesday, November 21, 2023, at Exeter Hospital surrounded by family. She was born in Newburyport, MA on December 2, 1955, the daughter of the late Chester and Marian (Dow) Knowles. Donna worked for many years at Opportunity Works in Newburyport, where her coworkers and the individuals she served were a second family to her. Surviving family members include her children, Nathaniel Knowles of Seabrook, Maryann (Knowles) Bainter and her husband John of Amesbury, Joy Eaton and her partner Paul Jaskot of Somersworth, Dennis "DJ" Eaton and his partner Lindsey Lawlor of Strafford, and son-in-law Richard Sohl of Seabrook; her sister Linda Kuse, and sister-in-law Marion Kuse; grandchildren Antoinette Knowles, Owen Eaton, McKenna Sohl, and Connor Elwell, and many nieces and nephews. She also leaves behind her husband, Dennis Eaton of Strafford. Although they separated decades ago, they remained lifelong friends. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brothers, Thomas "Tommy" Kuse and Richard "Dicky" Kuse, sister, Mary "Honey" Pierce, sister-in-law, Diane Kuse, and stepdaughter, Marilyn Sohl. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, November 30, 2023, at the Remick & Gendron Funeral Home – Crematory, 811 Lafayette Road, Hampton. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Opportunity Works, 10 Opportunity Way Newburyport, MA 01950 (https://www.opportunityworks.org/donate-now/) or NHSPCA (https://www.classy.org/give/127067/#!/donation/checkout). Please visit www.RemickGendron.com to view Donna's memorial website, sign her tribute wall or for directions.


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Myrtle Beach - Catherine "Kitty" R. Harrison, 92, of Newburyport, MA, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 17, 2023, at her daughter's home in Myrtle Beach, SC. Catherine was born in Exeter, NH on December 12, 1930, to the late William and Ophelia (Perkins) Penniman. Catherine was raised in Seabrook and graduated from Amesbury High with the Class of 1949. She married the love of her life, the late Clinton R. Harrison, Jr., in 1951 and they raised their family in Hampton and Salisbury. They spent 60 years together traveling and enjoying each other's company whether it was wintering in Florida, or road-tripping in their motorhome. They spent their winters in Winter Haven, FL for many years before settling in Newburyport. Kitty was an amazing cook and loved to host holidays and dinners for her family. She was known for her famous peanut brittle, and she made that weekly and brought some to the girls at bingo. She adored her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and was a large part of all of their lives. During her career, she was a licensed real estate agent with Century 21 Scott Realty of Newburyport. She was a Million Dollar Seller in her first year in the business. She is survived by her son, Wayne Harrison and his wife, Kris of Salisbury, her daughter in law Cindy Harrison of Maine, and her daughters, Diane Buswell of Myrtle Beach and Lori Lacey and her husband Willie of East Kingston, NH as well as her 9 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. In addition to Clint, Catherine was predeceased by her son Clinton Harrison, Jr, her stepbrother, Harry Perkins, her sister Gloria Locke, and her son-in-law, Nelson Buswell. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, December 2, 2023, where she will be buried with her husband in the High Street Cemetery, Hampton. Arrangements are by the Remick & Gendron Funeral Home – Crematory, Hampton. Please visit www.RemickGendron.com to view Catherine's memorial website and to sign her tribute wall.

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