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2019 Novel Coronavirus
27 Sep 2022 at 2:38pm
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is closely monitoring an outbreak of respiratory illness caused by a novel (new) coronavirus first identified in Wuhan, Hubei Province, China.

29 Sep 2022 at 2:36pm
CDC COVID Data Tracker - Cases and Deaths by State

29 Sep 2022 at 12:00am
CDC reports COVID-19 vaccination data online on COVID Data Tracker and in vaccination datasets.

29 Sep 2022 at 12:00am
Coronavirus Self-Checker is a tool to help you make decisions on when to seek testing and appropriate medical care.

28 Sep 2022 at 12:00am
COVID-19 testing resources for health departments and testing locations including fact sheeta and social media sample messages

28 Sep 2022 at 12:00am
Answers to commonly asked questions about COVID-19 vaccines, including vaccine cost, availability, and types.

28 Sep 2022 at 12:00am

28 Sep 2022 at 12:00am
If you are a close contact of someone with COVID-19 or you are a resident in a community where there is ongoing spread of COVID-19 and develop symptoms of COVID-19, call your healthcare provider and tell them about your symptoms and your exposure.

28 Sep 2022 at 12:00am
Overview of Testing for SARS-CoV-2

28 Sep 2022 at 12:00am
Forecasts show national and state level cumulative reported and predicted deaths since the beginning of the pandemic. CDC is working with partners to bring together weekly COVID-19 forecasts in one place.

28 Sep 2022 at 12:00am

27 Sep 2022 at 12:00am
Systemic health and social inequities have put people from racial and ethnic minority groups at increased risk from COVID-19. Take steps to reduce health disparities.

27 Sep 2022 at 12:00am
COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective. Millions of people in the United States have received COVID-19 vaccines, and these vaccines will undergo the most intensive safety monitoring in U.S. history. CDC recommends you get a COVID-19 vaccine as soon as you are eligible. Adverse events described on this page have been reported to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS).

27 Sep 2022 at 12:00am
CDC and its partners are monitoring reports of myocarditis and pericarditis. CDC continues to recommend COVID-19 vaccination for everyone 12 years of age and older.

26 Sep 2022 at 12:00am
FAQ for Healthcare Professionals

23 Sep 2022 at 12:00am
Guidance for healthcare professionals who have the potential for direct or indirect exposure to patients or infectious materials.

23 Sep 2022 at 12:00am
Find links to resources for clinicians caring for patients with a suspected or confirmed infection caused by coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).

23 Sep 2022 at 12:00am
Guidance to assist with assessment of risk, monitoring, and work restriction decisions for Healthcare Providers with potential exposure to COVID-19.

23 Sep 2022 at 12:00am
This guidance is to assist healthcare facilities in mitigating healthcare personnel staffing shortages that might occur because of COVID-19.

23 Sep 2022 at 12:00am
The Myocarditis Outcomes after mRNA COVID-19 Vaccination Investigation is a project to follow up on VAERS reports of myocarditis.

23 Sep 2022 at 12:00am
A review of the week's key data from CDC's COVID Data Tracker, narrative interpretations, and visualizations.

Online Services – Social Security Matters
22 Sep 2022 at 3:23pm
The Official Blog of Social Security

22 Sep 2022 at 3:18pm
Social Security strives to deliver great customer service and helpful information to everyone, including people who are more comfortable reading and speaking Spanish. Our Spanish-language website provides information about our programs and services. You can learn how to get a Social Security card, plan for retirement, apply for and manage benefits, and much more. You […]

8 Sep 2022 at 2:55pm
You don’t have to be retired or even close to retirement to benefit from a personal my Social Security account. Calling or visiting a local Social Security office probably is rarely necessary once you have one. You can do much of your business with us online. With your personal my Social Security account, you can: Request […]

30 Aug 2022 at 2:49pm
Since early April, our local offices have resumed in-person services nationwide for people with and without appointments. However, you can access many services securely and conveniently online or by telephone – and often do not need to visit an office in person. Before you visit a Social Security office, check to see if you can […]

25 Aug 2022 at 3:00pm
We strive to explain your benefits using easy-to-understand, plain language. The Plain Writing Act of 2010 requires federal agencies to communicate information clearly in a way “the public can understand and use.” This can be particularly challenging when talking about complicated programs like Social Security, Supplemental Security Income, and Medicare. Take a moment to learn […]

18 Aug 2022 at 2:53pm
If you receive Social Security benefits, the easiest way to change your address and phone number is by creating a personal my Social Security account. Once you create your account, you can update your contact information from your preferred location. This feature is available for people who receive retirement, survivors, or disability benefits, along with […]

4 Aug 2022 at 2:53pm
It’s never been easier to do business with us online. Often there is no need to call or visit an office. Here are three webpages that can make your life easier: Create Your Personal my Social Security Account. Did you know you already have access to much of your Social Security information? All you need […]

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29 Sep 2022 at 6:13pm
Russia has positioned itself to formally annex parts of Ukraine after occupied areas held a Kremlin-orchestrated “referendum” — denounced as illegal and rigged by Kyiv and the West — to live under Moscow’s rule. Armed troops had gone door-to-door with…



29 Sep 2022 at 2:33pm
President Joe Biden says “our entire country hurts” along with the people of Florida after Hurricane Ian flooded communities, knocked out power and forced people into shelters. Biden said Thursday that he would visit Florida and meet with Republican Gov.…



29 Sep 2022 at 5:00am
Hurricane Ian has left a path of destruction in southwest Florida, trapping people in flooded homes, damaging the roof of a hospital intensive care unit and knocking out power to 2 million people. It's now aiming for the Atlantic Coast.…


29 Sep 2022 at 4:45am
BOSTON — A referendum that goes before Massachusetts voters in November’s elections is unlikely resolve a decades-old fight over retail beer and wine sales in the state, according to a new report.


29 Sep 2022 at 4:30am
As we finish up with the last few days of September, it’s time to look forward to October; typically, a busy month, filled with autumn activities.


29 Sep 2022 at 4:15am
On this day in 1941, the newspaper reported on the dedication of the new Christian Science church recently constructed on High Street. Three services were held. Paid for while under construction, the building and furnishings cost over $30,000.



29 Sep 2022 at 4:00am
Coolio, the rapper who was among hip-hop’s biggest names of the 1990s with hits including “Gangsta’s Paradise” and “Fantastic Voyage,” has died. Manager Jarez Posey tells The Associated Press that Coolio, whose legal name was Artis Leon Ivey Jr., died…



28 Sep 2022 at 4:00pm
Hurricane Ian has made landfall in southwestern Florida as a massive Category 4 storm. About 2.5 million people had been ordered to evacuate the area before the storm hit the coast on Wednesday with maximum sustained winds of 150 mph…


28 Sep 2022 at 2:59pm
BOSTON — More than 11,000 mailed ballots were rejected by local election clerks in the recent state primary because they arrived too late or contained errors, according to state election officials.


28 Sep 2022 at 4:30am
NEWBURYPORT — Patricia Rocker, a Salisbury resident and the council chairwoman of the Chappaquiddick Tribe of the Wampanoag Nation, will speak Sunday at 12:30 p.m. at the First Religious Society, Unitarian Universalist Church, 26 Pleasant St.


28 Sep 2022 at 4:30am
Newburyport’s Golden Age Club members, described as by no means a rocking chair brigade, were going places again, according to the newspaper on this day in 1960. They would be leaving the YWCA for a 230-mile, leaf-peeping bus tour of…


27 Sep 2022 at 4:30am
Japan joined Germany and Italy to form the Axis powers, read the newspaper headline on this day in 1940, and 2,070 men ages 21 to 35 –15% of Newburyport’s population – would be registered for the nationwide draft on Oct.…


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29 Sep 2022 at 4:45am
BOSTON — A referendum that goes before Massachusetts voters in November’s elections is unlikely resolve a decades-old fight over retail beer and wine sales in the state, according to a new report.


28 Sep 2022 at 2:59pm
BOSTON — More than 11,000 mailed ballots were rejected by local election clerks in the recent state primary because they arrived too late or contained errors, according to state election officials.



26 Sep 2022 at 9:45am
BEVERLY -- Call it the strange case of Jekyll and Shoebert.



25 Sep 2022 at 6:42pm
Hundreds of thousands of people in Atlantic Canada remain without power and officials are trying to assess the scope of devastation from former Hurricane Fiona. It swept away houses, stripped off roofs and blocked roads across the country’s Atlantic provinces.…


23 Sep 2022 at 9:00pm
ROCKPORT — The parents of a girl who was stabbed by a classmate in a corridor at Rockport Middle School in 2020 have filed a lawsuit against the school district, the boy who stabbed her and his parents, and their…



23 Sep 2022 at 4:30am
ESSEX — Due to recent tide shifts, visitors at Conomo Point can see a newly discovered shipwreck out by the shoreline.



22 Sep 2022 at 4:50am
DANVERS — Six other students made complaints to school officials about an Essex Tech culinary arts teacher in the weeks before he was charged with indecent assault and battery on a student in 2019, a prosecutor revealed in court Wednesday.


22 Sep 2022 at 3:53am
BOSTON — Lawyers representing a group of migrants who were relocated to Massachusetts are calling for a criminal investigation of what they called a “political stunt” that may have violated federal immigration laws.



21 Sep 2022 at 3:49am
BEVERLY — Officials are considering whether to mount a "rescue attempt" for the seal that has been hanging out in Shoe Pond in Beverly for the last several days.


19 Sep 2022 at 4:45am
BOSTON -- Massachusetts taxpayers will be getting an unexpected rebate from the state government this year amid a record level of tax collections.


19 Sep 2022 at 4:43am
BOSTON — Tens of thousands of criminal defendants on probation and parole will no longer have to pay supervision fees under a new law that eliminated the required charges. Prisoner advocates say the measure will keep more people out of…


18 Sep 2022 at 7:59pm
The remains of a sailor from Massachusetts who died when the USS Oklahoma capsized during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941 are being buried at Arlington National Cemetery on Monday. The interment comes nearly four years after the…


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29 Sep 2022 at 4:00am
Coolio, the rapper who was among hip-hop’s biggest names of the 1990s with hits including “Gangsta’s Paradise” and “Fantastic Voyage,” has died. Manager Jarez Posey tells The Associated Press that Coolio, whose legal name was Artis Leon Ivey Jr., died…



28 Sep 2022 at 4:00pm
Hurricane Ian has made landfall in southwestern Florida as a massive Category 4 storm. About 2.5 million people had been ordered to evacuate the area before the storm hit the coast on Wednesday with maximum sustained winds of 150 mph…



26 Sep 2022 at 9:23pm
A NASA spacecraft has rammed an asteroid in an unprecedented test to see if a potentially menacing space rock could be knocked off course. The galactic grand slam occurred at a harmless asteroid 7 million miles away Monday. The Dart…



26 Sep 2022 at 9:14pm
Hurricane Ian is nearing Cuba on a track to strike Florida as a Category 4 as early as Wednesday. One emergency management director says “this is not a drill.” Tampa and St. Petersburg are among the most likely targets for…



22 Sep 2022 at 8:53pm
Donald Trump’s latest legal troubles — sweeping fraud allegations by New York’s attorney general and a stark repudiation by federal judges he appointed — have laid bare the challenges piling up as the former president operates without the protections afforded…



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29 Sep 2022 at 6:00pm



29 Sep 2022 at 4:30am
The Moynihan Lumber North Shore Student-Athlete Award, an idea conceived by Gerard Moynihan to recognize students for their academic and academic achievements, returns for its 31st year.



29 Sep 2022 at 1:00am
NEWBURYPORT — Last year, Hailey LaRosa ran one of the fastest female times ever in the now-36-year history of the Maudslay Park course.


28 Sep 2022 at 11:00pm
Wednesday, Sept. 28 highlights



28 Sep 2022 at 9:30pm
Editors Note: This is Part 5 of a five-part series where we preview our local CAL football teams.



28 Sep 2022 at 9:00pm
Forrest to Hobart



28 Sep 2022 at 7:30pm


28 Sep 2022 at 3:00pm
If you picked more than seven winners in Week 3 of the "I Beat Burt" Contest, congratulations.


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29 Sep 2022 at 2:30pm
Aaron Judge has finally done it.



28 Sep 2022 at 9:00pm
Forrest to Hobart



The Daily News of Newburyport: Obituaries
29 Sep 2022 at 7:18pm
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27 Sep 2022 at 5:00pm
Newburyport - Robert "Bob" K. McMenamin, 80, of Newburyport, MA, passed away September 7, 2022, at Portsmouth Regional Hospital in Portsmouth, NH. Bob was born on February 16, 1942, in Streator, IL to John "Jack" McMenamin and Mildred (Gourley) McMenamin. He married Mary Helen Hutcheson in Palo Alto, CA in 1969. Bob was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Mary Helen. Bob is survived by a sister, Carol Bartley, several cousins in IL and MN and many good friends from Newburyport including Cathy. Bob was deeply appreciative of the assistance Cathy provided to him as he navigated life as his health and eyesight declined over the last few years. Bob also was thankful for many wonderful neighbors who looked after him and was grateful for his nurses Jenn and Beth and his team of caregivers. Bob attended Cornell Grade and High Schools in Cornell, IL. He graduated from Cornell High School in 1960. After graduation he attended Southeast Missouri State College in Cape Girardeau, MO. He graduated in 1964 with a degree in computer science followed by serving in the United States Air Force for four years. He later received his MBA at San Francisco State University. Bob worked in sales, marketing and finally consulting in the semiconductor world in the Silicon Valley and around the country. Bob traveled extensively for his work which he thoroughly enjoyed. Bob and Mary Helen moved from Palo Alto, CA to Newburyport, MA in 1988. He enjoyed gardening and canned a lot of tomatoes and pickles in his spare time. His friends in Newburyport helped him with his gardening as his eyesight diminished. Bob loved to read and study history. He enjoyed conversations about his travels and gardening and always bragged about his dear Mary Helen's cooking skills. Bob was loved by many and will be remembered for his charming smile and his unforgettable laugh. A visitation will be held on Saturday, October 15, 2022 from 12 P.M. to 3 P.M. at Elliott, Woodworth & Rogers Family Funeral Home, 35 Green Street, Newburyport, MA. Memorials may be made to the Salvation Army of Newburyport, MA, the American Legion of Cornell, IL or a charity of the donor's choice.



27 Sep 2022 at 5:00pm
Newbury - Joyce Howard Doyle passed away at the Oceanside Nursing Home in Hampton N.H. on June 21, 2022. Joyce was born in Newburyport and the daughter of the late Walter H. and Barbara S. Howard. She was a lifelong resident of Newbury and in her last years she lived in Hampton. Joyce was a 1954 graduate of Newburyport High School. For over 3 decades, she was a trusted and valued colleague at the Newburyport Bank. Joyce always spent her vacations on long cruises in the Caribbean with friends. As everyone knows, Joyce "never met a stranger." Her happiest moments were always being with people; anytime, anywhere. At Christmas, she was delighted to have her home on High Rd. filled with family, friends and laughter. Joyce is survived by her son Christopher Thomas Simpson and his wife Bonnie, her step-daughters Anne Doyle Smith and her husband Brian, Bobbi Doyle Tebbetts, her beloved niece Stephanie Howard, cousins Ted, David and Cathy Shepard, son Timmy Simpson, nephew Jonathan Howard and niece Molly Howard, 5 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Her dear friends Donna Leary, Diane Sheldon, Deb Tremblay, and Kevin Foley. Joyce was preceded in death by her brother Edmond (Skip) Howard, and husbands William Thomas Simpson and Robert E. Doyle Per Timmy Simpson, there was no funeral. In our own time and in our own way, we will grieve, pay our respects, mourn our loss, celebrate her life, cherish our memories and say goodbye. May these words of William Shakespeare bring a measure of comfort. "When he shall die, take him and cut him in little stars, and he shall make the face of heaven so fine that all the world will be in love with night and pay our worship to the garish sun." In honor of Joyce, a bench will be donated to The Old Towne Country Club in Newbury by Chris, Stephanie, Bonnie and Donna Pouliot.



27 Sep 2022 at 5:00pm
Randolph - John Francis O'Brien - Born on September 12, 1930, in Boston, Massachusetts to Grace (Maley) and Francis J. O'Brien. As a child, John lived in Milton, Dorchester, and Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts. Upon his father's death when he was 10 years old, John moved with his family to the Fenway section of the Back Bay. John attended Boston Public Schools until the last years of high school when he enrolled in the Huntington School from which he graduated in 1948. As a teen-ager, he delivered papers, worked in the A&P, and worked at the local gas stations. Enrolled at Bates College in Lewiston, Maine, John met two pivotal people in his life, his future wife in German class and his closest friend, Bob Rice, in the dormitory. His time at Bates was interrupted by the Korean War Draft in 1952. While in the Army, he went to data processing school. Married in 1953 to Leonardia S. Maskiewicz, John finished his degree from Bates in 1955 and returned to Boston. By the late fifties, he had graduated with an MSW from Boston University. Professionally, John worked as a social worker for the Veterans Administration in downtown Boston, Bedford, and Brockton, the Judge Baker Guidance Center, the Greater Boston Family Service Association, the Cambridge Family Service Association, the Interfaith Relief Effort after the 1978 Blizzard, and the Professional Counselling Center, Inc. in New Bedford. He worked well past normal retirement age! He had a long-time appointment as an Adjunct Professor at Smith College for whom he supervised social work students in their required placements. In 1964 he published "Personality Patterns of Rheumatoid Arthritic Patients" in Arthritis and Rheumatology with his colleague Fredric B. Nalven. In 1968 Dr. Nalven and he co-authored "On the Use of the MMPI with Rheumatoid Arthritic Patients" in the Journal of Clinical Psychology. In the 1970s he was active in the White House Conference of Families convened by President Carter. On September 12, 2022, John celebrated his 69th wedding anniversary to his beloved wife Nard. Having met as teenagers, they stayed happily married to the very end. Since January, he had been living in an assisted living facility within walking distance from Nard's nursing home. He visited her most days by using his walker to traverse the short distance between their residences. This visit was a highlight of their day. A devoted family member, John was much bereaved by his older sister's death in 1951. He remained close to his mother and brother throughout their lives. He especially relished speaking with his brother about sports and cars! During his father-in-law's life, John brought his family to visit weekly on the family farm in Newbury. A city boy through and through, John helped out with the farm chores every week. He always said that for an urban kid, spring had meant hearing the melting snows rush through the sewers. But on the farm, he learned that spring meant plowing a large garden and other essential tasks. The proud father of Kathryn, Elizabeth, and Daniel, John relished being a parent. He had missed a long relationship with his own father and lavished time and attention on his children with special emphasis. He was always ready to chauffeur, engage in activities, and lend a helping hand. He went on every Boy Scout camping trip. He sledded and skated with his children in the winter and took the family to Cape Cod in the summer. For many years, he delighted in sailing a JetWind on the waters off Chatham, Massachusetts. The arrival of grandchildren was a great joy. The Bordonaros called him Grandpa. The O'Briens called him the more formal, yet quite apt, Grandfather. They all loved his company. There were special games, pizza nights, pre-Thanksgiving Pie Day. He was a frequent attendant and perpetual chauffeur for athletic events. There are memories to last a lifetime! He enthusiastically greeted the arrival of great-grandchildren. Covid made it impossible to see them but he gamely did video calls and followed their development closely. When their own children were grown, John and Nard were able to travel with friends, family, and on their own. The Florida Keys were their favorite getaway. But they traveled in the western United States with friends and made a very special trip to Ireland with his cousin Mary Catherine O'Brien and the Bordonaros. An avid sports fan, John kept up with all manner of sports from Candlewood Bowling to the major league teams in all disciplines. He ran track in high school and college prior to his service in the Army, 1952-1954, mostly at the Pentagon. He reveled in the athletic successes of Maura, Meaghan, and Joey. Baseball, however, was his true passion. He could combine his love of numbers with an appreciation for the physical aspect of the game and was a true student of America's favorite pastime. A lifelong Red Sox fan, he followed all the teams and players with a keen eye and enjoyed analyzing the sport at any time. John was a great friend to many. His dearest friend, Bob Rice, was his college roommate. Bob's late wife, Cil, was a Bates nursing grad like Nard. The two couples were lifelong companions, traveling mates, and lovers of Cape Cod. He and Bob enjoyed a healthy competition in their sailboats each summer. Other very special friends were Feung and Mew Sin Lee and their children. The O'Briens and the Lees celebrated major holidays and birthdays together for decades. In the 60s, John played bridge regularly with work colleagues who became friends. Everywhere that he went he made new friends! John F. O'Brien, beloved husband of Leonardia (Maskiewicz) O'Brien. Devoted father of Kathryn O'Brien Bordonaro, her husband Peter of NY, NY, Elizabeth Murphy, her husband Robert of Seattle WA, and Daniel O'Brien, his wife Mary of Woburn. Dear brother of the late Anne R. O'Brien and the late Edward M. O'Brien. Adored grandfather of Michael J. Bordonaro, Margaret F. Solarz, Maura, Meaghan and Joseph O'Brien and great-grandfather of Grace and Clementine Bordonaro and Lorenzo Solarz. John is also survived by his loving nieces Erin and Kayla. His family and friends will sorely miss him. A Funeral Mass was celebrated in St. Charles Church, 280 Main Street, Woburn, on Tuesday, September 27th at 10 A.M. Relatives and friends respectfully gathered PRIOR to John's Funeral Mass in the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn, MA 01801. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in John's memory to The National Multiple Sclerosis Society, PO Box 91891, Washington, D.C. 20090.



27 Sep 2022 at 5:00pm
Northfield - Evelyn "Evie" J. Graham, 104, died peacefully September 14, 2022, at Mayo Healthcare in Northfield, VT. She was born November 13, 1917, to Joseph and Ethel (Kingston) Jaques in Newburyport, MA. Evelyn attended school in Newbury and graduated from Newburyport High School in 1936. She then went on to Salem Hospital School of Nursing for three years and graduated as an RN. On September 4, 1949, she married Gordon B. Graham at the First Parish Church Newbury MA. She was devoted to her beloved husband of 70 ½ years, four children and extended families. She loved to read and always had a wonderful vegetable and flower garden. She was always busy at home and enjoyed her neighbors and friends and particularly, her grandchildren. She was loving, giving, kind and thoughtful. She hosted many wonderful family dinners. She was well loved at Mayo where she lived for 9 ½ years and had the best of care. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Gordon, her parents Joseph and Ethel Jaques, her four sisters and their husbands Helen (Ernie), Thelma (Peter), Elizabeth (John) and Laura and three brothers and their wives Raymond, Earl (Dorothy) and Joseph (Gladys), and niece Amy. She is survived by her four children Gordon Graham (Heidi), Polly Hunt (Clark), Robert Graham (Rachel) and David Graham (Mary), seven grandchildren Rebecca Ricketts (Chris), Gillian Graham (Robin), Britney Graham, Fiona Graham, Olivia Graham, Ashley Essrig and Alex Graham and one great-grandson Ronan Sleith. She is also survived by her cherished nieces and nephews and their families. Funeral arrangements are being made by Day Funeral Home Inc. in Randolph, VT and Twomey, LeBlanc & Conte Funeral Home in Newburyport, MA. Her graveside service celebrated by Minister Brad Gardner will be held at Oak Hill Cemetery in Newburyport, Massachusetts on October 1, 2022 at 11:00 A.M. Contributions can be made to Mayo Health Care at 71 Richardson St Northfield, VT 05663. To offer online condolences please visit www.tlcfuneralhome.com



27 Sep 2022 at 5:00pm
concord - Mary Agnes Cunningham Lord flew away on the first day of Autumn after traveling ninety-six times around the sun. She was born in the village of Drumcliffe at the foot of Ben Bulben mountain, County Sligo, Ireland on Sept. 19, 1926. The daughter of Patrick and Bridget Cunningham, she was the oldest of eight children who survived. At the young age of seventeen she left her home and family to train as a nurse in England during the war in 1943. There she met her future husband, Eamon, also from Ireland, then an American soldier. They married and came to America settling in Baltimore, MD where Eamon was a mechanical engineer and she a homemaker and there raised her family of four children until they were in school. In 1957 the family moved to Lynn, MA. where she continued her nursing career. Her lifelong passion was caring for and defending others. Mary knew the meaning of work, the meaning of love, and the meaning of compassion. She was a frequent contributor to local newspapers championing causes for decency and defending marginalized groups. Washing the feet of the poor was not just a symbolic act. When not allowed to distribute used clothing at a shelter she would open the trunk of her car on the street to do so. She took the time to listen to their stories offering them the dignity they deserved, defending the idea that all were children of God and deserving to be treated with respect. Mary lost her husband Eamon in 1979 when he was 69 and she 53. She traveled extensively then, visiting her four children around the country and family abroad. Trips to Ireland, with her son Michael, and Japan with Robert were among her cherished memories. In 2001 Mary moved to Havenwood-Heritage Heights in Concord, NH. Mary always went right to the top to speak with the person in charge and you can count on it; she is doing that now. Her faith gave her, her strength, and it was by the ocean where she meditated. Never would she live anywhere but by the sea. She loved to hear the waves, smell the salt air and walk the beach in search no matter the weather. If the world ever wonders where all the seashells are they should talk to Mary. Always up for a game, she was a ferocious Scrabble player especially while enjoying a wee dram of Irish whiskey and certainly now is partaking in a bit of the angel's share. She loved to travel and meet people, bird watching, long walks on a cold windy beach, reading poetry and studying spiritual writings which she loved to discuss with family and friends. She enjoyed entertaining and always set out her finest chinaware the night before a guest arrived. Formal presentation was essential. Tea was not tea unless it was hot and served in a china cup. Mary loved glamor, enjoying dressing to the nines on a daily basis and would never consider opening a door without having her lipstick on. The depth and extent of her wardrobe was a marvel. My father would say "She is a piece of work!" Mary Agnes was a wonderful person. She now walks silently beside her two daughters Frances (CO) and Elizabeth/Ken CA, her two sons Michael (CA) and Robert /Luann (MA), and her three grandsons Nathan/Michelle (C0), Michael/Micheley (AK) and Matthew (CA), her great-grandsons Mikey and Leif (CO), and our extensive family in Ireland and England. We will all miss her greatly. Mary was predeceased by two brothers and two sisters in Ireland and England. She leaves the world better than she found it. What would we have been without her! In honor of Mary's spirit in lieu of flowers, she asks you to support the work at "My Brother's Table" in Lynn, Love your neighbor (and she would add, "yes, that means everyone, you can't choose"), do random acts of kindness, and most certainly "Enjoy the Moment".



27 Sep 2022 at 5:00pm
West Newbury - Jerry C. Mullen passed away at Anna Jaques Hospital in Newburyport, on Friday, September 23, 2022. He was the beloved husband of Thi Kim Chung Nguyen. Born in Newburyport, December 10, 1952, son of Arline (Lepkowski) Mullen and the late Charles M. Mullen, he was raised in West Newbury. Jerry attended Central School in West Newbury and graduated from Haverhill Trade School in 1970. He began his career as a Senior Engineer of hardware design at the former Wang Laboratories in Lowell and designed fiber optic data communication links for connecting work stations and personal computers to mainframe computers. He retired from Automation Engineering, Inc. (AEI) in Tewksbury, as an experienced and extremely productive "hands on" manufacturing and electrical engineer, a core member of many successful and profitable computer laser based semiconductor processing systems. Manufacturing was his passion and he always went above and beyond what was expected. A quote from Jerry - "No matter how educated, talented, rich or cool you believe you are, how you treat people ultimately tells all. Integrity is everything." A problem solver even at a young age, if there was a solution, Jerry would find it. Problem Solved!! Jerry is survived by his mother, Arline Mullen of West Newbury; wife, Thi Kim Chung Nguyen of West Newbury; son, Kyle Mullen of West Newbury; step-son, Kimble Ngo of West Newbury; three brothers, Michael Mullen and wife Alicia of Merrimac, Keith Mullen and wife Robin of North Andover, and Kevin Mullen and wife Danielle of West Newbury; sister, Brenda Daggett of Haverhill; along with several nephews, extended family and dear friends. He will be greatly missed by all, but never, ever forgotten. Visiting hours and funeral services will be private per request of the family. Donations in memory of Jerry C. Mullen can be made to the American Stroke Association, Post Office Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0693. Arrangements are by Elliott Woodworth & Rogers Family Funeral Home, 35 Green Street, Newburyport, MA 01950



27 Sep 2022 at 5:00pm
Georgetown - Stephen K. Kochakian, 90, of Georgetown, MA, passed away peacefully with loving family at his side on September 25, 2022 at Holy Family Hospital at Merrimack Valley. He was born in Haverhill on Jan. 17, 1932, son of the late Robert and Irene (Haas) Kochakian. Stephen was a graduate of Haverhill Trade School and served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He was a steamfitter-welder by trade and was employed with F. H Maroney Plumbing & Heating for 40 years before retiring. He was a member of the Union for 68 years and at various times a member of Local 486, Local 138 and Local 537. He was an active 62-year member of the Charles C. Dame Lodge A.F.&A.M. in Georgetown and was very involved with the Union Building Association and the upkeep of the Masonic Lodge and Building. He was Scoutmaster and Scout Advisor to Boy Scout Troop 51 for over 55 years and was the recipient of the Silver Beaver Award for his long-time distinguished service to the Boy Scouts. He was a lifetime member of the Georgetown Fish and Game Club and Associated Member of the Erie 4 Fire Department. He and the love of his life, Barbara, loved their home and spent countless hours tending to their home, vegetable garden and flower gardens, enjoyed summer vacations spent in Nantucket, travelling, camping and fishing in the White Mountains. He was an avid model train buff, enjoyed building his basement railroad and playing trains and was a member of the Model Railroad Club in No. Conway, NH. He was the husband of the late Barbara J. (Hart) Kochakian who passed in 2016. He is survived by his sons, Scott S. Kochakian and his wife, Lynne, of Haverhill and Robert H. Kochakian of Early Branch, SC; brother, Ronald Kochakian of Lake Wales, FL; grandchildren, Lauren E. Diener and her husband, William Diener, Matthew R. Kochakian and his wife, Wendy and Emily J. Kochakian; Great grandchildren Abby Kochakian, Harper Kochakian, Sarah Diener, Danielle Diener and Joanna Diener and several nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Edward, Kenneth and Howard Kochakian, and father-in-law of the late Gail Kochakian. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the visitation on Friday, September 30th from 9:00 to 10:30 at the H.L. Farmer & Sons Bradford Funeral Home, 210 South Main Street, Bradford, MA. A funeral service will follow at 10:30 at the funeral home. Interment with Air Force honors will be in Harmony Cemetery, Georgetown, MA. In lieu of flowers, contributions to his memory may be made to the charity of your choice. To share a memory or for more information, please visit www.farmerfuneralhomes.com


25 Sep 2022 at 5:00pm
Canaan - It is with great sadness that the Plumer family shares the death of their brother, John Edward Plumer, who died unexpectedly at his home in Canaan, Vermont on September 6, 2022. John was 71 years old. John was born on May 16, 1951 in Newburyport, MA. He was the first born son of Edward Moody Plumer, Jr. and Cary Allison (Gray) Plumer who preceded John in death. John was raised with his family in Newbury and proudly enjoyed the family's right to be part of the First Descendants of Newbury. He graduated from high school in 1969 and went on to operate his own business for several years before retiring from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. He always took immense pride in his work. John loved all animals, especially birds and dogs. He leaves behind his beloved dog and constant companion, Marty. He enjoyed times with friends in Newbury especially at Plum Island and boating in the Parker River. John always loved Christmas day in Newbury when the whole family would gather. He settled down to a quiet life in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont and spent seven years with his dear friend Susan Peel. John always kept in touch with his special lifelong friends from Newbury. John is survived by his siblings, sisters Linda (Tom) Small, Nancy Plumer; brothers Lawrence (Deborah) Plumer, Leon (Donna) Plumer and James Plumer. He also leaves behind his niece, Maeve Murray and nephews Kevin (Rachel) Plumer, Jason Plumer, Nathaniel Small and Dyami (Anna) Gonsalves. He is predeceased by his niece Carol Elizabeth Plumer. In lieu of donations, and to honor John's love of dogs, his family respectfully requests that donations in John's name be sent to Riverside Rescue, 236 Riverside Ave., Lunenburg, VT 05906 A private service will be held at a later date and John will be interred at the Belleville cemetery in Newburyport with his parents.



25 Sep 2022 at 5:00pm
Newburyport - Edward D. "Sam" Twomey of Newburyport passed away peacefully on September 23, 2022, with his family members by his side. He was born in Newburyport, MA the beloved son of the late Michael F. Twomey and Margaret Donlon Twomey. Ed attended Newburyport Schools and graduated from Newburyport High School the Class of 1950. Upon graduation from High School he worked for his father at Michael F. Twomey Disposal Service. During the Korean war he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and served 4 years. He was employed as a Civil Engineer for the State of Mass for 40 years. He worked on many of the highways and bridges in the area. As resident engineer he oversaw the construction of the Bossy Gillis Bridge in Newburyport. He was an active coach in the Newburyport Pioneer League and provided expertise in helping develop the newest Pioneer League Field. Edward was a quiet man who enjoyed doing crossword puzzles and solving cryptogram puzzles. Ed is survived by his wife of 70 years Georgia Bichok Twomey, and children Jeffrey and his wife Barbara Twomey of Marietta, GA his daughter Deborah and her husband Andrew Naudzunas of Atkinson, NH; grandchildren, Tiffany Twomey of Danville, NH, Jenna Twomey of Owensboro, KY, Sasha Twomey of Waukesha, WI, and Andrew Naudzunas II of Manchester, NH; great-grandchild Kaylow of Danville, NH; and many nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his two sister in laws, Janet Short of Newburyport and Ruth Twomey of Amesbury. He was predeceased by his son Timothy and his wife Beverly Twomey of Danville, NH; his brothers, Michael F. Twomey, Jr. of Newburyport, Paul Twomey of Salisbury, and sister Lorraine Twomey Hopkins of Newburyport. He will be sadly missed by family and friends. Family and friends may call from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. on Wednesday September 28, 2022 at the Twomey, LeBlanc, & Conte Funeral Home 193 High St. Newburyport, MA 01950. His Funeral Service will be held in the Funeral Home at 10:00 A.M. on Thursday September 29, 2022 followed by burial at St. Mary's Cemetery. THERE IS NO LONGER ANY PARKING AVAILABLE BEHIND THE FUNERAL HOME PER ORDER OF THE CITY OF NEWBURYPORT. For directions or to offer online condolences please visit www.tlcfuneralhome.com



22 Sep 2022 at 5:00pm
Peoria - Caron (Mclaughlin) Willis, age 65, passed away at her home after a long illness. She was born is Amesbury, Mass. beloved daughter to the late Josie B. (Mclaughlin) Pollard and the late Henry Mclaughlin. Caron spent most of her life growing up in Amesbury and Newburyport, Mass. She attended Newburyport High School, Class of 1974. Caron touched so many people throughout her beautiful life. She was truly cherished by her family as well as many close friends. Caron was an avid reader absorbing as may books as she could acquire. Loving each novel as the one before. She also enjoyed cooking, woodworking and traveling Arizona with her friends. She was devoted to her grandson, Sean Gage Willis, of Peoria, AZ. She is survived by her son, Eric Michael Willis, of Peoria, AZ, predeceased by her son, Craig Richard Willis, of AZ, in 2006 and her sister Cheryl (Aliberti) Cross, of Freemont, NH who was lost in 1991. She was loved by all her sisters and brothers including Crissann (Bunnell) Soucie of Epping, NH., Albert Bunnell and his wife Tina (Eldridge) Bunnell of Northwood, NH., Colleen (Bunnell) Lentine and her partner Mike Sheedy of Merrimac, Mass., Arthur Mclaughin and his partner Ann Fascione of Las Vegas, NV., Cathy (Mclaughlin) Curtin and her husband Dwight Curtin of Groveland, Mass., Cira (Aliberti) Davidson and her husband Chann Davidson of Kingston, NH. She is also survived by her granddaughter Makayler Morin and several nieces and nephews whom she loved deeply. A private service of her immediate family will be held in Massachusetts. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Hospice Society of Peoria, AZ. who enabled her transition to be a peaceful experience.



22 Sep 2022 at 5:00pm
North Andover - George Williams, formerly of Newburyport and Great Britain, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2022, following a period of declining health with members of his family at his bed side, at the age of 94. Born in Quarter, Lanarkshire, Scotland on November 25, 1927, he was educated at Hamilton Academy and, following completion of his national service, Glasgow University. Although they knew each other at the Academy, it was not until some time later that George began seeing the woman who would be the love of his life: Moira Shannon. They married and began their life together on the west coast of Scotland. But, like many of their generation, George and Moira left Scotland with their baby daughter to pursue employment opportunities in England, where their younger daughter was born. They spent over 40 years in England, calling many places home, raising their family, working and enjoying holidays abroad. Even in retirement, never afraid of embarking on an adventure, Moira and George moved to Newburyport in 1998 to be close to their grandchildren Alexander, Rebecca and Ben, who he adored. He taught them Scottish songs and poems, not perhaps all appropriate and provided them with a link to their Scottish ancestry and a strong bond to their grandfather. It was not long before George established an active social life. George loved to entertain and he and Moira regularly hosted gatherings for friends. He was a regular at News and Views and prepared for the discussion by reading at least 3 newspapers every morning. George joined Moira to swim at the YWCA. He was the chief supporter of his son-in-law's over the hill soccer team and could be seen many Sunday mornings directing strategy from the side-lines. Something of a fun-loving rascal, George will be remembered for his mischievous sense of humour, his strong opinions and irresistible charm, which was only heightened by his Scottish brogue, which he never lost. An avid rugby player in his youth, George was an enthusiastic sports fan, and he adopted the New England teams, although Baseball left him somewhat wanting. But no team captured his heart more than his boyhood team; Hamilton Academicals- "the Accies". No Saturday was complete until he knew the score of their matches. He is survived by his loving wife of almost 68 years, his two daughters: Kim and her husband Trevor Miller of Newbury, Dawn and her partner Rob Bolland of Leicester, England and his three grandchildren Alexander Williams Miller of College Park, Maryland, Rebecca Williams Miller of Manhattan and Ben Williams Miller of Brooklyn. As a husband, father and grandfather he brought much joy to their lives, and he will be sadly missed. The family would like to express their deepest appreciation to the staff of the Garden View at the Edgewood Community, who provided such compassionate and sensitive care to George in the last 18 months of his life, with special recognition to his nurse Pam Braid. Cremation was private and arranged by Conte Funeral Homes in North Andover. A celebration of George's life will be held later in the year.



21 Sep 2022 at 5:00pm
Newburyport - Known to many as "Fitzie", Helen was born January 16, 1938, to Mary and Christopher Fitzpatrick. "Fitzie" passed away peacefully at Avita of Newburyport, MA on September 18, 2022. It was an honor for her four grateful daughters to be with her as she began her new journey. "Fitzie" was one of five siblings. She grew up in Franklin, Massachusetts where she attended Dean Jr. College. She then ventured into Boston where she was an accountant and lived on Tremont Street. She was always up for an adventure whether it be out to the Berkshires, down to The Cape or heading up to the White Mountains. It was on one of these adventures north, on the Boston & Maine Train, to enjoy some skiing that she met her best friend and soulmate, Hap Winslow. They met "Après~Ski" at Tuckerman's Inn in North Conway, N.H. The two would enjoy skiing and the "Après" tradition for over fifty years, eventually passing it onto their family. Together "Fitzie" and Hap, Mum and Dad, accrued many beloved traditions and memories raising their family. They enjoyed countless fun moments with their children, son-in-laws, daughter-in-law, grandchildren, nephews, nieces, and friends."Fitzie" felt most comfortable observing from the back and sharing her quick wit, one-liners and puns that prompted many laughs. She held a special passion for running, tennis and reading. Her humble joy for these hobbies was passed onto a wealth of people. Whether it be "The Wednesday Girls" with whom she played tennis, "The Running Buddies" she ran countless road races with, or the friends and family who enjoyed Coffee/ Tea Time with her at "58"; we all cherished our time with her. She had a magical smile and kindness that made those around her feel connected. Later in life, "Fitzie" worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant at Seaview Retreat in Rowley. Here, she exemplified her gifts for service and compassion to others. Her down to earth personality created a sense of family for residents, staff, and loved ones. Her appreciation for each individual, created an abundance of friendships that spanned generations. Helen/"Fitzie" is survived by her four daughters and spouses: Kathleen Winslow and Erik Prussman of Rowley MA; AnnMarie and Nate Keliher of South Hampton, NH; Marty and John Blanchard of Rowley, MA; Elizabeth and Mark Smith of Skagway AK; daughter-in-law, Kate Collins-Winslow of Merrimac, MA; and grandchildren: Kyla Prussman, Jaden, Camden, and Griffin Keliher, Athena and Addison Smith, Joseph and Julia Winslow, sister-in-law, June Fitzpatrick, and brother-in-law Ted Hoegler. She will be remembered and missed by many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Hap/Ralph Winslow, son David Winslow; sisters, Arlene Hoegler, Anne Balog; brothers; Bernard and Jimmy Fitzpatrick. The family wishes to express extreme gratitude to Avita Staff of Newburyport for treating our Mum like family. Words cannot express the comfort and peace their daily care and love brought. Thank you also to Compassus Hospice and Palliative Care in her final days. Their guidance during this time was a gift. We are blessed by the out-pouring of support and love for our mother and family during this time. It has served as a reminder for the constant love and support she provided to others throughout her life.



20 Sep 2022 at 5:00pm
Haverhill - Hortense E. (Archambault) Burton, 96, a native and lifelong resident of Haverhill, died peacefully on September 17, 2022, at her home, and surrounded by her family. The daughter of the late Clarence and M. Blanche (Goudreault) Archambault, she attended Haverhill Public Schools and was a member of the Haverhill High School Class of 1944. Mrs. Burton received her Bachelor's Degrees in English and Education from Bridgewater State College and was employed for thirty-nine years as a teacher in the Haverhill school system. During her career, she taught at the Moody School Tilton School, Hannah Duston School and finally the Albert B. Consentino Middle School until her retirement. Following her retirement, Mrs. Burton served as a volunteer teacher at the former Saint Joseph Grammar School for many years. A communicant of All Saints Parish and the former Saint Joseph Parish, she was also a member of the National Education Association, the Massachusetts Teacher's Association and the Haverhill Teachers Association. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother and daughter, she also enjoyed playing cards. She was a longtime summer resident of Cow Island on Lake Winnipesaukee and also enjoyed traveling, especially her yearly trips to Florida with her late husband Lewis to visit with friends. The wife of the late Lewis C. Burton, she will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her two sons, Jeffrey L. Burton and Rev. Lt. Commander Richard T. Burton, and her daughter Patricia B. "Tricia" Dupre, all of Haverhill, her grandchildren, Jessie A. (Laliberty) Marsh of Haverhill, William R. "Willie" Laliberty and his wife Charlayna of North Hartland, VT, and Graham Burton of Philadelphia, PA, three great-grandchildren, Zachary Owen and William, a brother Lucien Archambault of Gloucester, and a sister Elaine (Burton) Archambault of Methuen, and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her brother Robert Archambault, and her daughter-in-law Alicia Burton. Relatives and friends are invited to calling hours on Thursday, September 22, 2022 from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. at Brookside Chapel & Funeral Home, 116 Main Street, Plaistow, NH. A Funeral Mass will be held at 1 p.m. at All Saints Church, Haverhill, MA, followed by burial in Saint Joseph Cemetery, Haverhill. To send a message of condolence to the family, or to share a cherished memory, please visit:www.brooksidechapelfh.com.



20 Sep 2022 at 5:00pm
Salisbury - Paul J. Dobson passed away peacefully on September 12, 2022, surrounded by his family. He was born on December 17, 1942, in Methuen, MA to Harry and Rita (Cronin) Dobson. He attended local schools and graduated from Central Catholic, class of 1960. During his school years Paul made many lifelong friends, maintaining contact through his social personality and membership in the Howard Associates. He enjoyed skiing and was an avid golfer at the Andover and Portsmouth Country Clubs, never missing on the 19th hole. Paul earned his Bachelor's Degree from Bentley University and then worked for Burlington Industries. In 1968 Paul was hired as a field agent for the Internal Revenue Criminal Division. This was his introduction to Law Enforcement. A profession of which he was very proud. After 25 years he retired as the liaison for the IRS and the Drug Enforcement Agency in New England. Later Paul was employed by the FBI as a special investigator meeting many interesting and well-known people. Paul traveled to Ireland and vacationed in Aruba, Delray Beach, and his condo in Fort Myers, FL. Paul was preceded in death by his son Andrew "Dibba" Dobson. He is survived by his wife of 55 years Susan (Shea) Dobson, who he met as a teenager, Sons Sean Dobson of Salisbury, Eric Dobson of Walnut Creek CA, his Granddaughter Maille Dobson of Salisbury and Grandson Liam Dobson of Derry NH, several nieces and nephews and close friends. Family and friends may call from 10:00 A.M. to Noon on Saturday September 24, 2022 at the Twomey, LeBlanc, & Conte Funeral Home 193 High St. Newburyport, MA 01950. A time of remembrance will be held at 11:30 A.M. during the calling hours. Burial will be private at a later date. THERE IS NO LONGER ANY PARKING AVAILABLE BEHIND THE FUNERAL HOME PER ORDER OF THE CITY OF NEWBURYPORT. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Paul's name to Boys and Girls Club Lower Merrimack Valley PO Box 5906 Salisbury MA 01952. For directions or to offer online condolences please visit www.tlcfuneralhome.com



20 Sep 2022 at 5:00pm
Rumney - Ronald E. Lind, age 68, of Rumney, New Hampshire, passed unexpectedly at his home on Wednesday, September 14, 2022, leaving broken hearts and unfulfilled dreams. Born in Salem, MA, August 7, 1954, he was the son of the late Chester E and Jane C. (Rock) Straw and was a graduate of Haverhill Trade School, learning the art of upholstery. Throughout his life he had various occupations, from truck driver, to sheet rocking, woodworking and cabinet maker, always ready to lend a hand with anything that was needed. He was an avid motorcycle enthusiast along with NASCAR, loved anything Country Western and as a young boy wanted to be a Cowboy, was fun loving, and his favorite time of the year was Christmas. Above all else, he loved his family, especially his many grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Ron is survived by his children, Melissa (Lind) Clarke and husband Robert and their children, Matthew I. Clarke-Lind and Devon Elizabeth Clarke; Jason M. Heath and his sons, Jayden and Michael; Robin Concannon and her daughter, Ashlynn Rudder; and Samuel Heath and wife Andrea and their children, Andrais and Ayisha; his nephews, Chester J. Straw and wife Meghan and their children, Caylie, Colton and Victoria; Zachary L. Straw and wife Brianna and their daughters Aylin and Alivia; and Ashton Anderson and wife Nadia, and their son, Atticus; his brother, Thomas J. Straw and his wife; two former wives, Tammy Smith and Nancy Lind, along with extended family and many dear friends. In addition to his parents, he was also predeceased by his brother, Chester E. Straw, Jr. He will never be forgotten, and the love he shared will never die. Visiting hours will be held Sunday, September 25, 2022 from 4 to 7 P.M. at Paul C. Rogers Family Funeral Home, 36 West Main Street, Merrimac. Burial at Locust Grove Cemetery, Merrimac will be private.



20 Sep 2022 at 5:00pm
Exeter - John Brown Sr., 78, of Exeter, died surrounded by his loving family at home on September 19, 2022. John "Johnny Cake", the devoted son of the late Daniel F. and Harriet (McDonald) Brown, was born at home on September 6, 1944, in Newburyport, Massachusetts. John was a hard worker and from a young age worked in and around the Newburyport area for most of his life. He was a dedicated employee and enjoyed 30 plus years of employment at Starensier Incorporated and 10 years at Anna Jaques Hospital. During that time, he was also the custodian at his church, Hampton United Methodist Church. Additionally, he owned and operated a successful landscaping company named B&B Lawn Services. John will be fondly remembered for his dancing at weddings and parties, his love of a good poker game, haggling for the best price (of anything), working in his yard, his handsome looks, and wonderful head of hair. At his core John was a family man with a love that knew no bounds. This was reflected in his many names, Dad, Daddy, Johnny, Grandpa, Grampy, Papa and Pop-pop and brother. He shared 36 years of marriage with his wife, Randy, and combined they had 7 children, John Jr and fiancée Bonnie, Scott, Nelson and wife Dionne, Bonnie and husband Matt, Tammy and husband Jim, Brandi and husband Elijah and Erica and husband Troy; 9 grandchildren, Stacey, Vanessa, Shayne, Brendon, Jim, Courtney, Alexa, Raquel and Luke; 3 bonus grandchildren, Lance, Robyn and Ashley; 6 great-grandchildren, Prince, Boston, Elton, Ayla, Nyah and Harrison John; 3 bonus great-grandchildren, Tatiana, Ariana and Natalee; sisters, Rose Pelletier, her husband Ed and Pamela Pelletier and her husband Peasoup. He also leaves the mothers of his children, Gail Russell and Etta Sears. He will forever be missed by all. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death and reunited with his brothers, Daniel, James, Clinton, Harold, Percy and Peter and sister, Wanda. Please join us in celebrating his life by wearing bright colors as he was the brightest person in many people's lives from 4 to 7 P.M. on Thursday, September 22, 2022 at the Remick & Gendron Funeral Home-Crematory, 811 Lafayette Road, Hampton, NH 03842. Services will be held at 11 A.M. on Friday, September 23, 2022 at the Hampton United Methodist Church, 525 Lafayette Road, Hampton, NH 03842. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, PO Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284 or online at www.dana-farber.org/gift or Hampton United Methodist Church, 525 Lafayette Road, Hampton NH 03842. Please visit www.RemickGendron.com to view John's memorial website, sign his tribute wall or for directions.

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