OBITUARIES

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Linda Jean Cummings

Linda Jean Cummings

Dec 4, 2024

To view Linda's service recording, please see: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V4fT_KTC5yALinda Jean Cummings was called home on Wednesday, December 4th 2024, at the young age of 68, surrounded by friends and family after a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer. 

Born June 14, 1956 in Groton, MA to Henry J. (Pete) and Beverly Cummings, Linda grew up in the Pepperell school system and was...

G. Marilyn Airey

G. Marilyn Airey

Dec 3, 2024

G. Marilyn Airey, 91, of Ayer, MA (formerly of Groton, MA) passed away peacefully on December 3, 2024, surrounded by her large and loving family. Marilyn is survived by her son Jay Airey, (Cheryl) of W. Townsend MA, daughter Eileen (Airey) Couture, (Paul) of New Ipswich, NH, son Ron Airey, (Teresa) of Ashburnham, MA, daughter Susan (Airey) Jordan of Ashby,...

Kim M. Harlow

Kim M. Harlow

Nov 29, 2024

Kim M. Harlow, 55, of Pepperell, MA, passed away on November 29, 2024.

We know she is at rest now and fought a tough battle without ever giving up. She nearly tripled her expectancy, truly impressing and inspiring us all. 

Kim worked as a home health care aid and loved to help others. She also spent several years working at Seven Hills...

Warren Arthur Razzaboni, Sr.

Warren Arthur Razzaboni, Sr.

Nov 20, 2024

Pepperell, MA – It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Warren Arthur Razzaboni Sr., 81, of Pepperell, MA, on November 20, 2024. Warren was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, known for his warmth, kindness, and unwavering love for his family.

Warren was born on October 1, 1943, in Somerville, MA, to George Razzaboni Sr. and...

Trey Michael Callahan

Trey Michael Callahan

Nov 17, 2024

Trey M. Callahan, 28, of Pepperell, Massachusetts suddenly passed away on November 17, 2024. His loss is completely unexpected and his family is profoundly saddened. 

Trey was born on December 28, 1995 to Edward and Tonya Lewis Callahan at Newton-Wellesley Hospital. He was the oldest of six children: Shalee, Reed, Raelyn, Cade, Jace.

Trey was a 2014 graduate of North Middlesex High...

David Allen Jordan

David Allen Jordan

Nov 16, 2024

David Allen Jordan, born in Winchester, MA, grew up in Groton, MA, and resided in Ashby, MA with his family, passed away surrounded by the love of family and friends. Born to Elena Anne Jordan (DiFranco) and Arthur Jordan of Somerville, MA, David was married to his childhood sweetheart and loving wife, Susan (Airey) Jordan. He was a proud father...

Janet J. Goudey, RN

Janet J. Goudey, RN

Nov 15, 2024

Janet J. Goudey, age 90, died peacefully on November 15th, 2024, at her home in Groton, MA with loving family by her side. Janet was born on March 9, 1934, in Cambridge, MA to Katherine and Clifford Sprott. She graduated from Stoneham High School in 1951 where she made many lifelong friends, was captain of the cheerleading squad, and where...

Joanne Elizabeth Daley

Joanne Elizabeth Daley

Nov 10, 2024

Joanne Elizabeth Daley, age 88, formerly from West Groton and Groton, passed peacefully, on November 10th, 2024, in Andover, Mass.

Joanne was a devoted parishioner of St. James Church in West Groton for many years. She was very involved in maintaining the church and participating in the activities there. Joanne also enjoyed sewing and painting. She was very creative.

Beloved wife of...

Robert W. McDowell

Robert W. McDowell

Nov 9, 2024

Robert W. McDowell, 85, a lifelong resident of Pepperell, MA passed away at the Blaire House of Tewksbury on November 9, 2024, surrounded by his family. Born on August 5, 1939, in Pepperell, he was the youngest son of seven boys of James M. McDowell and Alice M. (Shepard) McDowell. Bobby graduated from Pepperell High School class of 1957.

Bobby was...

Michael Hammond

Michael Hammond

Nov 5, 2024

A Prayer

And how much more greatly he loves and cares for those who have died is proved by his memory of them in every detail, and by the lasting quality of his remembrance of them. If not one sparrow goes forgotten before God, or falls to the ground without his notice, certainly he thoroughly remembers humans whom he will resurrect....

Alice Elizabeth Chase

Alice Elizabeth Chase

Nov 4, 2024

Alice Elizabeth (Calkins) Chase, 99, of Pepperell, passed away peacefully at her home on November 4, 2024. Alice was born on August 26, 1925 in Henniker, NH, a daughter of the late William F. and Ida E. (Cummings) Calkins.

Alice is survived by her two children, Dolly Morrill of Milford, NH and Harold F. Chase, Jr. of Manchester, NH. She was...

Michael E. Allen

Michael E. Allen

Oct 25, 2024

Michael E. Allen, 66, of Pepperell, Mass., passed away October 25, 2024, after a long period of declining health.

Michael grew up in Pepperell and was a 1976 graduate of North Middlesex Regional High School. He was a talented and accomplished carpenter and craftsman whose work can be found in many area homes, as well as homes in Colorado, Texas and...

Jadon Eric Navarrete

Jadon Eric Navarrete

Oct 25, 2024

Jadon Eric Navarrete, age 17, of Pepperell, MA, passed away on October 25, 2024 in Nashua, New Hampshire. Jadon was born on February 1, 2007, a son of Jeffrey Navarrete and Jasmine Streeter-Navarrete.

Jadon was a student at North Middlesex Regional High School in Townsend and attended church at Pepperell Christian Fellowship. He loved reading, stargazing, music and baking. He loved...

Robert L. Dwyer, Jr.

Robert L. Dwyer, Jr.

Oct 17, 2024

Robert L. Dwyer Jr., a beloved father, brother, friend, and mentor to many, passed away on October 17th, 2024, in Merrimack, NH, at the age of 82. Born on December 2nd, 1941, in Winchester, MA, to the late Robert Sr. and Mary Dwyer of Woburn, he leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and steadfast companionship that will forever be...

Mary Cyril Connelly

Mary Cyril Connelly

Oct 14, 2024

NATICK – Mary Cyril Connelly passed away peacefully on October 14, 2024 after leading a gorgeously vibrant life marked by her faith, her creative flair, and her deep and abiding love for her family and friends.

Born in Boston on Bastille Day, 1951, Mary grew up in Newton and Belmont, graduated from Mount St. Joseph Academy and Catherine Laboure School of...

Florence Dee

Florence Dee

Oct 9, 2024

Florence Jastrab Dee, 93, a lifelong resident of Pepperell and parishioner of St. Joseph’s Parish, passed away peacefully at home on October 9, 2024, surrounded by her family. Born on January 24, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Joanna (Grzesik) Jastrab and very proud of her Polish heritage. Florence graduated from Lowell High School in 1948...

Theresa Ryder

Theresa Ryder

Oct 2, 2024

Theresa Ryder (Poirier), 91 of Pepperell, MA (formerly Westford, MA) passed away peacefully at her home on October 2, 2024. 

She was the beloved wife of the late Alfred James Ryder for 62 years until his passing in May 2016. 

Theresa was born in Dracut, MA, daughter of the late Armand Poirier and Emma Noro, and predeceased by eight sisters and two...

Tara Swane Lynch

Tara Swane Lynch

Sep 30, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Tara Swane Lynch of Brighton, MA. She sadly took her own life on September 30th, 2024, at the age of 27.

Born on October 8th, 1996, in Concord, MA, Tara was a talented glass artist and passionate teacher who touched the lives of many through her artistry and vibrant spirit....

Lorin Stanley Rydstrom

Lorin Stanley Rydstrom

Sep 30, 2024

Lorin Stanley Rydstrom, beloved husband, father, grandfather and uncle, passed away peacefully at home on September 30, at the age of 74.

Lorin was born on March 20, 1950, in Washington, DC. The youngest son of a pilot and lawyer in the Army Air Corps, he lived around the country as a child before settling with his parents in Fairport, New...

Sean James McGinty

Sean James McGinty

Sep 26, 2024

Sean James McGinty passed away peacefully September 26, 2024 surrounded by his daughter and his friends. Sean was eager to return from the hospital to his apartment in Pepperell, Massachusetts as he was fully aware of his declining health. He slipped peacefully into a coma on September 24th as he listened to some of his favorite music while his daughter...

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