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Gerald (Gerry) A. O'Sullivan
Jul 13, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Gerald (Gerry) A. O’Sullivan, 79, of Bourne, MA on July 13, 2025. He was surrounded by his loving wife and daughters after a courageous, years-long battle with dementia.
Gerry was born in Ayer, MA on February 24, 1946, son of the late Patrick and Alice (Ouelette) O’Sullivan. He spent...
Timothy John Nelson
Sep 4, 2025
Timothy John Nelson, age 60, died peacefully on Thursday, September 4th, 2025, following a five-year battle with cancer. Tim passed away on his terms – at his home and surrounded by those he loved most. Born May 29, 1965, in Boston, MA, Tim was the son of Joan Marie (Nielsen) and the late John Francis Nelson.
Tim grew up in Lowell,...
Barbara Anne (Stuart) Forslind
Aug 31, 2025
Celebrating the Life of Barbara (Stuart) Forslind
Barbara “Barby” Anne Forslind, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 31, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, creativity, and community.
Born in Woburn, MA, on October 24, 1944, to Charles and Ruth (Lenfest) Stuart, Barbara grew up in Woburn and Santa Monica, CA, returning to Woburn after her mother’s...
Jessica Nicole Aubin
Aug 28, 2025
Jessica Nicole Aubin, 32, passed away at her residence on Thursday, August 28th, 2025.
From the day she was born in Baltimore, Maryland on December 22, 1992, Jessica brought light, laughter, and love into the lives of everyone who knew her. She radiated life through her bright smile, sense of humor and her truly genuine willingness to help others. This fact...
Derek Lee Delosh
Aug 26, 2025
Derek Lee Delosh, age 38, of Lowell, formerly of Pepperell, died unexpectedly at his home on August 26, 2025.
He is survived by his parents, Terry Delosh of Augusta, GA and Karen Paduano (John Paduano) of Worcester; his sister Jennifer Madsen and late husband Matthew Madsen of Shirley; maternal grandmother Frances Carroll of Westford, MA; nieces Mikayla Kyle, Michelle Quinn, and...
Beatrice Charlene Wood
Aug 26, 2025
Beatrice “Charlene” Wood, 84, of Ayer, Massachusetts
Beatrice C. Wood, known lovingly by her middle name Charlene, passed away peacefully on August 26, 2025, at the age of 84, after a brief illness. A proud resident of Ayer for over five decades, Charlene was the devoted owner of Pine Knoll Mobile Home Sites LLC, a community she nurtured with care, vision,...
Barbara Ann (Kirin) Divoll
Aug 21, 2025
Barbara Ann (Kirin) Divoll, age 80, a longtime resident of Pepperell, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on August 21, 2025, at the Life Care Center of Nashoba Valley. Born September 25, 1944, in Medford, MA, she was the daughter of the late Paul Jr., and Dorothy (Collins) Kirin.
Barbara spent her early years in Billerica before her family moved...
Michael Joseph Mastergeorge
Aug 17, 2025
Michael Joseph Mastergeorge, age 76, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2025 at Southern New Hampshire Medical Center following an eight-year battle with cancer. Michael was born in Middletown, CT on November 14, 1948, son of the late Dominic and Margaret Mary (Powers) Mastergeorge.
Michael spent his early life in Middletown, CT. He attended St. John’s Catholic school and went on...
John Emmett Murphy
Jul 30, 2025
In Loving Memory of John Emmett MurphyJohn Murphy, a lifelong resident of Groton, Massachusetts, passed away on Wednesday, July 30th, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease.
Born into a family deeply rooted in Groton, John was the fourth generation to call the town home, and proudly continued the legacy of the Murphy Plumbing Company as a master plumber and master...
Raymond Anthony Wheeler
Jul 29, 2025
Deacon Raymond Anthony “Ray” Wheeler, age 84, of Hollis, NH, passed away peacefully in the evening of July 29, 2025, surrounded by his family and supported by his faith, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. He was born on June 21, 1941 in Ayer, MA, son of the late Ralph A. and Cecile M. (Gallien) Wheeler.
Ray spent his early life...
Leo Richard Lamy
Jul 26, 2025
PEPPERELL - Leo Richard Lamy of Pepperell, a loving husband, father and grandfather (Pépère) passed away peacefully on July 26, 2025, at Leominster Hospital with his family by his side.
Leo was born on June 6, 1943, in Lowell, to Lionel and Rita (LaCourse) Lamy. He was raised in Groton and attended Groton schools. He enlisted in the Army in 1965...
Michael Joseph Penniman
Jul 24, 2025
GARDNER - Michael Joseph Penniman passed away suddenly on July 24th, 2025 in Gardner, MA due to complications from emergency surgery.
Michael was born on January 5th, 1992, and was 33 years old. He was the beloved son of Thomas and Jean (Bartlett) Penniman, and the brother of Jenny, Amy, and Jason.
He is predeceased by his brother, John Penniman, and grandparents,...
Judith "Judy" (Sullivan) Azarowski
Jul 22, 2025
Judith “Judy” (Sullivan) Azarowski passed away at her home in Pepperell, Ma on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, after a long and courageous battle against Congestive Heart Failure.
Born and raised in Lawrence, Ma, Judy was the daughter of the late Michael and Mary (Guilfoyle) Sullivan, who raised her to be a loving, kind, and respectful person, characteristics she retained throughout her...
Patrick S. Shugrue
Jul 21, 2025
On July 21, 2025, after a 8+ known year battle with Alzheimer’s, it stole Patrick Stanley Shugrue (of Pepperell, MA) from all who loved him. Born in Lowell, MA, on January 19, 1957, to T. Dolores (Nowak) and William J Shugrue, Patrick, in his rebellious, spirited, and genius fashion, found his soulmate, Carla-Marie (Giardinella-Cushing), in their childhood neighborhood of Shaughnessy...
Patricia D. (Whitney) Healey
Jul 19, 2025
Patricia D. (Whitney) Healey, formerly of West Groton and Chelmsford, passed away peacefully at her son’s side on July 19, 2025 at the Life Care Center of Leominster, following a period of declining health and a battle with dementia.
Born May 3, 1930, a daughter of the late Francis William and Florence P. (Campbell) Whitney, Patsy spent her early life in...
Joanne M. Johnston
Jul 17, 2025
Joanne M. Johnston, 65, of Pepperell, MA, born February 21, 1960, in Lowell, MA, passed away on July 17, 2025, in her home surrounded by her loved ones after a courageous second battle with cancer. She attended Nashoba Valley Technical High School in Westford, MA. She worked at Spinners Package store and Murray Printing in Forge Village in her earlier...
Timothy P. Jonas
Jul 15, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Timothy P. Jonas on July 15, 2025. He was born on October 25, 1960, son of the late Stephen A. Jr. and Patricia (McHugh) Jonas. Timothy left this world in 2025 at the age of 64, leaving behind cherished memories among family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Timothy’s...
Robert C. Rossetti
Jul 5, 2025
In Loving Memory of Robert C. Rossetti
A Life Remembered and a Legacy Honored
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Robert C. Rossetti, age 76, of Pepperell, MA, who left us on July 5th. Robert's warmth, wisdom, and kindness touched all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Born to the late Carl and Dorothy...
Christine "Chris" A. Layne
Jul 4, 2025
Christine “Chris” A. Layne, devoted and loving wife of Richard K. Layne, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on Friday, July 4, 2025. She was surrounded by loved ones as she passed peacefully from this world at Beth Israel Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts.
Chris was born in Winchester, Massachusetts on February 26,1960 to her loving parents, Gertrude Surette and...
Jacqueline Ann Hope
Jul 3, 2025
Jacqueline Ann Hope, affectionately known as “Jacqui”, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2025, at UMASS Memorial Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family. At 35, Jacqui’s vibrant spirit left a lasting mark on those who knew her, despite a long and private battle with addiction.
Born on December 18, 1989, in Nashua, New Hampshire, Jacqui was the beloved daughter of...
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