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December 26, 2007

Obituaries for Dec 27, 2007

Doris E. Crowe, 85

ANDOVER | Doris E. (Belanger) Crowe, 85, of Andover, died Thursday, Dec. 20, 2007 at Lawrence General Hospital.

Doris was born in Salem, N.H. on Oct. 25 ,1922 to the late Wilfred and Ruth (Keyes) Belanger.

She was a graduate of McIntosh School of Business and was employed at Watts Regulator until her retirement.

The widow of the late Francis X.Crowe, Doris is survived by her two daughters, Andrea Crowe and Mary Christine Crowe, both of Andover. She is also survived by her sister, Irene Hoyle and her brother, Wilfred Belanger and his wife Mary, all of Methuen; as well as several nieces and nephews.

ARRANGEMENTS: Funeral services are private and under the direction of the Dewhirst and Conte Funeral Home, 23 Florence St., Andover. Memorial contributions may be made to The American Parkinson Disease Association Inc., Parkinson Plaza, 135 Parkinson Ave., Staten Island, NY 10305. To offer online condolences, please visit www.contefuneralhomes.com.





Edna Kudaroski, 72

READING | Edna (Cronin) Kudaroski, 72, of Reading, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2007 at the Sunrise Assisted Living Home in Peabody.

Born in Cambridge, she was the daughter of the late Charles Cronin and Edna (Kodad) Cronin.

Edna was the human resources manager for the Town of Reading for many years prior to retirement.

She loved to volunteer at the Museum of Science in Boston. She also had a love for music and taught many children to play the piano. She also played the organ at St. Athanasius Church in Reading.

Edna loved to paint and surrounded her family with her works of art. She enjoyed arts and traveling. She often spent summers at Goose Rocks Beach in Kennebunkport, Maine.

At age 50 she received her Bachelor's degree from Northeastern University, having graduated Summa Cum Laude.

Edna was the beloved wife of the late Frank Kudaroski. She was the devoted mother of Mary Kudaroski of Portsmouth, N.H., Lisa Taylor and her husband Wayne of Andover, Jane Kudaroski of Colorado and the late Frank C. Kudaroski; cherished grandmother of Laura and Michael Taylor; dear sister of Charles Cronin and his wife Jeanette of Rhode Island, Elinor Melley and her husband David of Maine and the late Mary Gilgun and her surviving husband Tom of Chelmsford.

ARRANGEMENTS: Funeral from the Joseph Doherty Barile Family Funeral Home, 11 Linden St., Reading was Saturday at 10 a.m. followed by a funeral Mass celebrating Edna's life in St. Roberts Bellarmine Church, 198 Haggetts Pond Road, Andover at 11 a.m. Family and friends were invited to attend visiting hour last Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. Interment was in Forest Glen Cemetery, Reading. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Edna may be made to the Carroll Center for the Blind, 770 Centre St., Newton, MA 02458 or the Alzheimer's Association, 311 Arsenal St., Watertown, MA 02472. For directions or to send a memorial condolence, please visit www.josephdohertyfuneralhome.com.



Terrie J. Ross, 47

ANDOVER | Terrie J. (Matthews) Ross, 47, a 28 year resident of Andover, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2007.

Terrie was born in Newburyport to the late Frederic and Dusty (Hamlin) Matthews.

She was a medical assistant for the North Reading Medical Associates and loved to travel and always enjoyed the beach.

Terrie was an avid photographer and took great pride in collecting lighthouses. She was a sports enthusiast especially when it came to her beloved Patriots.

Terrie is survived by her former husband, Robert J. Ross of Lawrence; her children, Stephanie B. Ross of South Portland, Maine and Michael R. Ross of Andover; her brothers, Fred D. Matthews of Lyman, S.C. and Scott D. Matthews and his wife Sharon of Beverly; nieces and nephews, Tyler, Briana, Nicole, Leeah, Zachary and Natalie; her mother-in-law, Barbara Ross of Andover; and her sisters and brother-in-laws, Heather, Bonnie and Alan and Leslie and Scotty. She was predeceased by her father-in-law, Robert Ross.

ARRANGEMENTS: Relatives and friends were kindly invited to attend her calling hours on Sunday, Dec. 23 from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Dewhirst and Conte Family Funeral Home, 28 Florence St., Andover. Her funeral service followed at the funeral home at 6 p.m. All were welcome. For Terrie's online guestbook or for funeral home directions, please visit www.contefuneralhomes.com.



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Obituaries for Dec 27, 2007
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  • Charles G. Kalogeris, 89

    METHUEN — Charles G. Kalogeris, beloved husband of Harriet (Kalogeropoulos) Kalogeris and a resident of Methuen, died on Saturday morning, Aug. 28, 2010. He was 89-years-old.
    Born in Akovos, Greece, on Jan. 30, 1921, he was the beloved son of the late George J. and Irene (Pappadopoulos) Kalogeropoulos. Charles moved to the United States at age 10 and owned and operated a Grocery Store in Winthrop for many years with his brothers Peter and Arthur, prior to his retirement. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.

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  • Vincent Suozzo, 76

    Vincent Suozzo, 76, died Tuesday, Aug. 24, 2010.

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  • William D. Lilly, 78

    ANDOVER — William D. Lilly, 78, of Andover, passed away Thursday, Aug. 26, 2010.
    Born in Charleston, W.Va., in April 1932, Dr. Lilly resided in Andover since 1971 with his loving wife of nearly 54 years, JoAnne. He was the devoted and loving father of Kimberly Curry of Hillsboro, Ore. and Susan Lilly of Watertown. He is also survived by his beloved grandsons, Oak and Wyatt; elder brother, James and his wife Sue of Milton, W.Va.; brother-in-law, Richard Mullins and his wife JoAnn of Salem, Va.; and five nieces and nephews.

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  • Andre A. Croteau, 88

    ANDOVER — Andre A. Croteau, a resident of Andover for 51 years, formerly of Gardner, died at his home, surrounded by his loving family on Friday, Aug. 20, 2010. He was 88 years old.
    Born in Gardner on Nov. 30, 1921, he was the beloved son of the late Desire and Lea (Belanger) Croteau. Andre was a graduate of Holy Rosary School, Gardner High School, and Fitchburg State College and was a World War II Army veteran, entering the service at Ft. Devens on Aug. 12, 1942 and receiving his honorable discharge from Ft. Jackson, South Carolina on Oct. 5, 1945. While in the military, Mr. Croteau attained the rank of Tech 4 and was awarded the European African Middle Eastern Theatre Ribbon with five Bronze Stars, the Good Conduct Medal and a Certificate of Merit.

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  • Elsie E. Faris Mansor, 84

    METHUEN — Elsie E. (Ead) Faris Mansor, 84, of Methuen, entered into eternal life, Monday, Aug. 16, 2010, at her home, surrounded by her loving and devoted children.
    The daughter of the late Kalil and Mary (Ziady) Ead, Elsie was born in Lawrence on Aug. 10, 1926. She attended Lawrence schools and was a graduate of Lawrence High School. She attended the McIntosh School of Business. She was employed as a secretary for Supreme Cleaners and during World War II, as a secretary at Fort Devens. After her marriage, she was a homemaker, raising her family, and was co-owner of Everybody's Market in Lawrence and Moray's Bakery in Salem, N.H. She was also one of the preparers of Arabic Food at the former Bishop's Restaurant in Lawrence. She was a very devout and active member of St. Anthony's Maronite Catholic Church in Lawrence. She was a member and past president of St. Anthony's Sodality, member and past vice-president of the daughters of St. Anthony, and a member and past president of St. Basil's Ladies Guild. She was a very active member of the former St. Laurence O'Toole School P.T.A. She was asked to co-chair, with her late husband, George Faris, the first annual Mahrajan, 39 years ago at St. Anthony's Church in Lawrence. She received the Silver Massabki Award from the Eparchy of St. Maron in 1998. She was a longtime volunteer at Caritas Holy Family Hospital.

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  • Joseph H. Bernard, 81

    ANDOVER — Joseph Hervey Bernard, a lifelong resident of Andover and beloved husband of 52 years of the late Janice A. (Downey) Bernard, died at the Lawrence General Hospital on Monday, Aug. 23, 2010. He was 81-years-old.

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  • Josephine A. Kiezulas, 93

    LAWRENCE — Josephine A. Kiezulas, 93, of Lawrence, died Monday, Aug. 16, 2010, at Caritas Holy Family Hospital in Methuen.
    The daughter of the late Charles and Anna (Garsechka) Kiezulas, Josephine was born in Lawrence on Aug. 13, 1917. She was educated in Lawrence schools and was a graduate of Lawrence High School, Class of 1935. She was a graduate of the Lawrence General Hospital School of Nursing. She received her Registered Nurse's certification from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

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  • Pauline S. Potvin, 92

    LAWRENCE — Mrs. Pauline S. (Gauthier) Potvin, 92, of Lawrence, passed away on Sunday, Aug. 22, 2010 at the Mary Immaculate Nursing Home in Lawrence.
    She was born on April 18, 1918 in Prince Edward Island, Canada to the late John and Philomene (Arsenault) Gauthier.

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  • Stephen F. D'Urso, 7

    ANDOVER — Stephen F. D'Urso, 76, of Andover, died on Monday, Aug. 23, 2010, after a short illness, with his beloved family by his side. He was the son of the late Frederick Stephen D'Urso and Emma (Borrelli) D'Urso.

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  • Viola J. McMahon, 98

    NORTH ANDOVER — Mrs. Viola J. "Vi" (Biggar) McMahon, 98, of North Andover, formerly a longtime Wilmington resident, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Aug. 19, 2010.
    Viola was born on March 6, 1912, in Haverhill, the cherished daughter of the late Paul and Hedwig (Hofmann) Biggar. Vi, grew up in the Ballardvale section of Andover and was a graduate of the Punchard High School in Andover. Viola continued her education at the Burdett Secretarial School in Boston. Viola was a secretary at an Insurance Company in Boston for several years before she met and married Bernard P. McMahon on October 12, 1939. Viola and Barney made their home in Wilmington, where they also raised their two sons, Peter and Brian.

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  • Adeline L. Gallant

    WINDHAM, N.H. — Adeline L. (Parolisi) (Bolcavitch) Gallant, passed away on Sunday, Aug. 15, 2010 at Parkland Medical Center, after being stricken suddenly at home.
    Adeline was born in Lawrence, the daughter of Cosimo and Assunta (Pompei) Parolisi. She was a graduate of Lawrence High School and also attended Merrimack College.

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  • C. Joseph Sansone, 88

    NORTH ANDOVER — C. Joseph Sansone of North Andover, formerly of Boxford, passed away peacefully on Monday, Aug. 9, 2010 at the age of 88.
    Joe was born and raised in Detroit, and was a journeyman tool and die maker in the automobile industry before joining the Army Air Forces in World War II, serving as a 2nd Lieutenant as a navigator and aerial weather observer. He later graduated from the University of Detroit with a degree in mechanical engineering, and worked for many years in the aerospace industry and other technical fields. His career ranged from the introduction of fiberglass fuels tanks for jet fighters during the Korean War, to participating in the development of the original stealth aircraft, the F-117 Nighthawk.

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  • Dorothy A. Bishop

    NORTH ANDOVER — Dorothy Ann (Dot) (Hurrell) Bishop passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, Aug. 14, 2010, surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of Joseph F. Bishop, with whom she celebrated 65 years of marriage on July 22.

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  • James C. Keck

    ANDOVER — James C. Keck, of Andover, Monday, Aug. 9, 2010. Emeritus Professor of Mechanical Engineering at MIT.
    He is survived by his wife, Margaret Ramsey Keck; his son, Robert Keck of Rochester, N.Y.; his daughter, Patricia Keck of Andover; and his brother, Charles Keck of Andover, Vt.

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  • Leo Hennessy Jr., 77

    ANDOVER — Leo Hennessy Jr., 77, of Andover, died Wednesday, Aug. 11, 2010 at Sutton Hill Nursing Center in North Andover.
    Leo was born in Providence, R.I., on Jan. 23, 1933 to the late Leo and Gertrude (Clements) Hennessy Sr.

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  • Michael J. Iannazzi, 90

    ANDOVER — Michael J. Iannazzi, 90, of Andover, passed away on Monday, Aug. 9, 2010 at the Mary Immaculate Nursing and Restorative Center in Lawrence.
    Michael was born in Lawrence to the late Luigi and Dominica Iannazzi.

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  • Olga W. Smith, 72

    JUPITER ISLAND, Fla. — Olga W. (Willcox) Smith, 72, living in Jupiter Island, Fla. , died Sunday, Aug. 8, 2010.

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  • Stephen R. Landwehr, 61

    ANDOVER — Stephen R. Landwehr, 61, of Andover, formerly of Hamilton for 30 years, died on Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2010 at home, surrounded by his loving family after a brief illness.

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  • Therese M. Ouellette, 82

    BAREFOOT BAY, Fla. — Therese M. (Kenney) Ouellette, 82, died peacefully Sunday, Aug. 8, 2010 at the Prescott House in North Andover surrounded by her loving family.
    Born on Nov. 30, 1927 in North Andover, Therese Marie was the daughter of Peter and Mary (McDonnell ) Kenney.

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  • Thomas F. Beggan

    WINDHAM, N.H. — Mr. Thomas F. Beggan, a resident of Windham, N.H., formerly of Andover, and beloved husband of Peggy (Mullin) Beggan.
    Born in Boston on May 1, 1940, Tom was the beloved son of the late T.F. and Ethel Beggan. After being raised in Dorchester, he graduated from Boston College in 1962. Following graduation, Mr. Beggan joined the Navy and was on active duty from 1962 to 1966. He remained in the reserves until 1978 retiring as a Lieutenent Commander. He worked for the Gillette Company as a Division Manager of Production and retired in 2000 after 34 years.

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