Obituaries

Dec 2, 2024

Elizabeth was born in 1934 in the town of Carbondale, Illinois. She grew up in the small town of St Jose, Illinois. She fondly talked about her time in St Jose; becoming valedictorian at her high school,  learning how to drive a pickup truck at a young age and helping to tend to her Dad's fighting roosters.

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Nov 25, 2024

Peabody, MA - Thomas M. Lemons, 90, of Brooksby Village Peabody, formerly of Marblehead, MA, died peacefully on Nov. 25. Beloved husband for over 65 years of Priscilla M. Lemons of Peabody, he also leaves his daughter Elizabeth Lemons and her spouse Michael Snow of Reading, MA and daughter Katharine Lemons and her spouse Van Morrill of Woburn, MA....

Nov 13, 2024

Jorge "Oito" Rodriguez, born on November 1, 1974, in Salem, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones. He leaves behind a legacy of warmth, loyalty, and kindness. Oito is survived by his wife, Claudia Rodriguez, and his three sons, Isaac, Javier, and Moses Rodriguez, who were the light of his life.

Oito was known for...

Nov 12, 2024

William M. Cross, 84, died on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at the Pilgrim Rehab Center in Peabody after a brief illness.

Born in Lynn to the late Bernard Osgood and Dorothy May (Hanson) Cross, William attended Swampscott High School where he graduated in 1959. He was a long-time resident of Swampscott, having resided in the same house...

Nov 12, 2024

Maria (Inoia) Eugenio, 84 of Peabody passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at Lahey Burlington after a battle with cancer.  She was the beloved wife of the late Jose Eugenio with whom she shared 36 years of marriage until his passing in 1995.

She was born on August 24, 1940 on the island of Sao...

Oct 30, 2024

Beth Ellen O'Grady (64), of Salem, passed away on Wednesday October 30, 2024. Beth is survived by her husband Douglas Bollen and their furry son Rebel and her brother Paul O'Grady. Beth is predeceased by her mother Theresa (Pcheny) O'Grady, her father John O'Grady, and her brother Stephen O'Grady.

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Oct 27, 2024

Frank J Doda, 58 of Salem passed away peacefully at Brigham and Women Hospital in Boston on Sunday October 27, 2024 after a brief illness, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on June 9th 1966 in Salem.  Frank is the beloved son Frank C. and E. Joan (Gilligan) Doda. Graduating from Bishop Fenwick High School and then...

Oct 26, 2024

Miriam Berodi-Oberlander, 78, of Beverly, passed away at her residence on Saturday, October 26, 2024, after a brief illness.

Miriam was born in Winthrop, daughter of the late Harry and Blanche (Prager) Berodi. She was raised in Revere where she graduated high school and went on to work as a secretary in office supply. She married her...

Oct 23, 2024

Irfane Morava passed away peacefully on October 23, 2024, in Lynn, MA, at the age of 86. Born in 1938 in Korçë, Albania, to Feim and Nadire Morava, Irfane's life was one marked by resilience, love, and generosity. She immigrated to the United States, where she built a close-knit family and a circle of friends who will remember her...

Oct 22, 2024

Katherine (Kay) Walsh's  life of service to others came to a close on October 22 after a 6-year struggle with Alzheimer's Disease. Before and even more important than any accomplishments listed here, Kay was, for many, the person who they would call to help them through the difficult process of dying. She helped many people and their families through...

Oct 20, 2024

Michael Robert Sax, age 58, of Salem, MA passed away much too soon on October 20, 2024. He passed peacefully surrounded by family, music, and love.  Michael was the beloved husband of Carol Ann Eldridge-Sax with whom he shared 33 years of marriage.

Born on December 7, 1965, he grew up in Georgetown, Massachusetts.  Michael worked at...

Oct 8, 2024

William Cass III, 82, of Salem, passed away unexpectedly on October 8, 2024. Bill was the loving husband of Sallie Cass, with whom he shared 57 years of marriage. Together, they had 2 children, William (Billy) Cass of Dublin, CA, and Sallie Pottle of Hamilton. Bill was born in Worcester to the late William F. and Janet M. Cass....

Oct 8, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Wanda M. Barnett on October 8, 2024. Born in Charlestown, MA on June 19, 1959, Wanda was a cherished member of the Salem community. She graduated from Salem High School in 1977 and pursued her passion for learning by obtaining an Associate's Degree from North Shore Community College.

Wanda...

Oct 3, 2024

Patricia Davern was born on September 25, 1929, in Salem MA and died on October 3, 2024.

Pat grew up in Salem and Marblehead, where she was always surrounded by family and friends.  Pat was a competitive sailor out of the Boston Yacht club, racing a Town Class for more than 13 years.

After graduating...

Oct 1, 2024

William Vernon King, former husband, father, brother, veteran, dedicated educator and passionate sailor passed away on October 1, 2024. He was 91.

Known as Bill by family and friends, he is the son of Frederick Coggeshall King and Virginia Vernon King of Middletown, RI.

Born in Buffalo, NY, on April 20, 1933, Bill lived in...

Sep 27, 2024

JoAnn L'Italien-York, 72, of Salem, wife of the late Javan D York, passed away peacefully on September 27, 2024 at the Kaplan Family Hospice House in Danvers, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on August 1, 1952, loving daughter of the late William Gongas and Simonne , Cote" Gongas,  JoAnn grew up in Salem and graduated from...

Sep 24, 2024

John "Jack" Edward McCarthy, Jr. passed away peacefully on September 24, 2024, at Anna Jaques Hospital in Newburyport, Massachusetts. Jack was born on September 6, 1932, to Edith Perrault and John McCarthy, Sr. in Salem, Massachusetts. The McCarthy family continued to reside in Salem and Jack and his siblings attended Salem Public Schools throughout their early years.

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Sep 24, 2024

Franky "Fresh" Lento passed away unexpectedly on September 24, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, positivity, and love.

Born on May 1,1991, to Carl and Gayle Lento, Frank was raised in Salem, Massachusetts, at "the 113." A 2009 graduate of Salem High School, Frank was an all-star lacrosse player who went on to play four years...

Sep 9, 2024

In loving memory of Martin Phillips Perkins Sr, a long-standing member of the Salem community, we announce his passing on September 9th, 2024. Mr. Perkins was born on July 10, 1927, in Swampscott, MA, and he peacefully departed this earthly realm at the age of 97.

A Navy veteran, Mr. Perkins served his country with honor during...

Aug 30, 2024

Estelle Theresa Laperchia , age 92, died on August 30, 2024  in her home in Salem, surrounded by her  family. She lived a full blessed life.

She is pre deceased by her loving husband Ralph Laperchia Sr. and she leaves behind her sister Marie Perlmutter, her 5 sons and wives Ralph Jr. and Maria Laperchia, Michael and...