Obituaries

Apr 23, 2026

Peter Paul Bimbo, 76, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday April 23, 2026.

Born in Peabody, Massachusetts, Peter was the beloved son of the late Nicolo and Dorothy Bimbo. Peter Shared 52 loving years of marriage with his devoted wife, Donna.

Peter was a proud and loving father to his daughters, Amy Kesselman and her husband Jeffrey of Lynn, Mass. and...

Apr 21, 2026

Scott Alan LaVoie of Peabody, formerly of Marblehead, on April 21, 2026 at the Kaplan House in Danvers. Survived by Linda Belanger his wife of 25 yrs, parents, Robert and Barbara Lavoie of Marblehead, his siblings Bryan (Amy) of Stoneham, David (Audra) of Surf City, NC and Nicole Anderson (Eric) of Marblehead. Nephews and niece Keira Anderson, Owen LaVoie, Peter...

Apr 15, 2026

Donald Marvin Merrigan — “Don” to everyone who knew and loved him — passed away at home on April 15, 2026, at the age of 83 after a brave battle with cancer, leaving behind his family and many dear friends whose lives were made richer, warmer, and more colorful by his presence.

Born on March 19, 1943, in Los Angeles, CA,...

Apr 11, 2026

Anne Marie “Tootsie” Buxton (Morse), age 88 of Marblehead passed away peacefully on April 11, 2026, after a brief illness. “Nana” to those that love her, she was the daughter of the late Stanley and Antoinette Morse (Malo). On September 21, 1956, she married William “Bill” Buxton, and they shared 48 years together before his passing in 2005.

Born on May...

Apr 5, 2026

Patrick John Powell, 59, of Salem, Massachusetts, passed away unexpectedly on April 5, 2026, in Boston.Born on June 26, 1966, in Salem, Pat was the son of David B. Powell and the late Patricia Powell (Moynihan). A lifelong resident of Salem, Pat built a life rooted in family, loyalty, and connection. He married his beloved wife, Rosemary Powell, in Dublin...

Mar 22, 2026

Irma Kline, age 89, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 22, 2026, in her home surrounded by her loving family. Born on May 20, 1936, in Boston, Massachusetts, Irma was the beloved daughter of the late Belle (Shepard) Wolinski and the late Doctor Maurice Wolinski. She was raised in Winthrop alongside her late brother, Burton Wolinski, before settling in Peabody,...

Mar 14, 2026

Bruce Armstrong Godfrey, age 84, born June 22, 1941, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2026. Bruce liked a good story — especially one that stretched the truth just enough to make people laugh. However, you knew him, his life was marked by adventure, imagination, and a willingness to follow what interested him most.

A New Englander at heart, Bruce loved...

Mar 13, 2026

George H. F. Croteau, 74, of Swampscott, died on March 13, 2026, at the Kaplan Hospice House, surrounded by family and friends.

He was born in Lynn, to the late George F. and Helen M. (Walsh) Croteau on June 21, 1951.

George was multi-talented, a true artist. He was known for his superior painting and wallpaper abilities, as well as an exceptional...

Feb 27, 2026

Valerie R. Erekson, born in Boston, MA on September 25, 1945, passed away peacefully at Brentwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Danvers, MA on February 27, 2026, at the age of 80.

Valerie was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who dedicated her life to her family. She met her husband Richard in Lynn when they were just teenagers, and together,...

Feb 20, 2026

Elaine Loretta (McCormack) Barrett, age 84, passed away Friday evening in Danvers. She joined her husband of 52-plus years, James, in eternal rest. Together they built a life in Lawrence where they raised a family and were active in the Colonial Heights Association and Saint Patrick’s Parish. Elaine is survived by her three children: eldest son Daniel Barrett and his...

Feb 19, 2026

Syna Jan Walsh, 93, a longtime resident of Salem, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. 

Born on April 28, 1932, in Winthrop. Syna was the cherished daughter of the late Abraham Chaet and Kate (Sheinshon) Chaet, both of whom emigrated from Russia. She was educated in Winthrop public schools and later earned an...

Feb 18, 2026

On Wednesday, February 18, 2026, Michael Burt Pereira, loving son, brother, nephew, grandson and friend, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 33, following a brief illness.

Michael was born on March 27, 1992 in Beverly, MA to Linda Burt Richard and the late Armando Pereira. Michael graduated from St. Joseph School in Salem and went onto graduate from North Shore...

Feb 15, 2026

HELEN EMILY MAILHOIT of Beverly Passed away on February 15, 2026, at the age of 88 in Danvers, MA.

Born in Salem, MA on March 24, 1937, Helen lived in Ipswich, MA until she married. She was married on February 2,1958 to William Mailhoit. They were married for 57 years. Helen & Bill lived in Salem all their lives where they...

Feb 14, 2026

Barbara Ann Soul (Sullivan), 88, of Marblehead, MA, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2026, at the Care Dimensions Hospice House in Lincoln, MA.

Born on September 24, 1937, in Boston and raised in Brookline, Barbara was known for her warmth, friendliness, and unwavering devotion to her family. She was a kind-hearted soul who was always ready to help those in...

Feb 10, 2026

Feb 10, 2026

Mark Michael Manley, beloved husband, son, brother, uncle, friend, and accomplished singer, dancer and actor, passed away from Alzheimer’s Disease at the Kaplan Family Hospice House in Danvers, Massachusetts on February 10. Following visits and calls from family and friends, he passed with his husband by his side. Born July 10, 1954, he was 71.

Mark is the son of the...

Feb 8, 2026

Elizabeth Ann Foss, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at Beverly Hospital. Born in Marblehead, she was the daughter of the late James A. and Etta E. (Cresoe) Foss. Elizabeth had been a resident of Salem for many years and most recently had been living in Peabody with her fiancée Donald Allen who sadly passed on July 21,...

Feb 7, 2026

Loretta Guy-King, lovingly known to many as Auntie Retta, passed away on February 7, 2026, in Salem, Massachusetts, at the age of 62. A lifelong resident of Lynn, Massachusetts, she was born on December 21, 1963, to James Guy Sr. and Anniebell Guy.

Loretta was a proud graduate of Lynn Classical High School. She dedicated many years of service to Ricoh...

Feb 3, 2026

Eleanor O’Bryan Runkle, 60, of Marblehead, Massachusetts, passed away on February 3, 2026, after a brief illness, with her loving husband by her side. She was born on November 10, 1965, in Corning, New York to the late Joseph and Nancy O’Bryan. In 1991, she married the love of her life, Scott Runkle.

Growing up in Corning, Eleanor attended Carter Elementary,...

Jan 25, 2026

Ruth L. (Small) Shanahan, a longtime resident of Salem, MA passed away in the comfort of her home with family by her side on Sunday, January 25, 2026. She was 94 years old. Ruth was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, great aunt. She leaves behind a legacy of kindness, humor, and love.

Ruth was...