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Obituaries

January 23, 2008

Obituaries for Jan 24, 2008

A. David Adler, 86

HINGHAM | A. David Adler, 86, of Hingham, died Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2008 at Anne Nursing Home after a long illness.

Mr. Adler was the father of Ruth Rosenweig of Andover and her husband Cantor Donn Rosenweig of Temple Emanuel, Andover.

Born and raised in Steubenville, Ohio, he recently moved to Hingham after having resided in Columbus, Ohio and Fort Myers and Sanibel, Fla.

Mr. Adler received his accounting degree from Robert Morris College and served in the Army during World War II receiving a medical discharge.

A retired C.P.A., Mr. Adler owned his own firm Adler & Co. until merging with Lasser Co.

He was a past member of the Steubenville School Board, past president of Steubenville Rotary and taught Sunday school at Temple Beth El.

Mr. Adler is survived by his wife, Shirley (Katz) Adler. He was also the father of Elaine Bresnick of Newton Lee Adler and his wife Lauren Kaufmann of Needham, the late Sig Adler and his wife Janice Adler of Brighton and Jane and her husband Mark Seiden of Newton. He was the grandfather of Matthew and Daniel Rosenweig, Anna Bresnick, Sarah, Samantha and Emily Adler and Margo and Stephanie Seiden.

ARRANGEMENTS: Services at Temple Emanuel, 7 Haggetts Pond Road, Andover, were Friday, Jan. 18 at 1 p.m. Interment in Lawrence. Condolence calls were made at the home of Ruth and Donn Rosenweig, Andover, on Saturday from 6 to 8 p.m., Sunday 1 to 3 p.m. and Monday 3 to 7:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be donated to Sig Adler Cancer Research Fund, c/o MGH Development Office, 165 Cambridge St., Boston, MA 02114. Arrangements by Goldman Funeral Chapel, Malden.





Frederick Priestley Fitzgerald, 94

ANDOVER | Mr. Frederick Priestley Fitzgerald, 94, of Andover, died at Academy Manor in Andover on Monday, Jan. 21, 2008.

Born in Lawrence, on Oct. 16, 1913, he was a son of the late Frederick and Sarah E. (Harrison) Fitzgerald. He was married for more than 67 years to Elizabeth (Croy).

A graduate of Columbia University in New York, Fred was a true entrepreneur. He owned and operated M.T.&I.; Co., specializing in industrial tools. He was an active member of the Free Christian Church of Andover. He served as a member of the choir, a deacon, a Sunday school teacher and was a driving force in the spiritual community.

While retaining strong ties to his native Lawrence, Mr. Fitzgerald devoted his life to the enrichment of the town of Andover. He was the founder of the Andover Fund for Education, a member of the Andover Finance Committee, a treasurer of the Andover Historical Association, a member of St. Matthew's Lodge A.F&F.M.;, Andover, and of Kiwanis International. He also worked at the polls for many years. He was an avid reader, and was recently heard reciting the 238-line Tennyson poem, Lochslea Hall, in its entirety, from memory.

Mr. Fitzgerald will be sorely missed by his beloved wife, Elizabeth, whom he married on April 3, 1940, as well as three loving daughters and two sons-in-law; Jane and her husband Michael J. Bailey of Newport, R.I., Virginia Johnson of Mesa, Ariz. and Catherine F. and her husband Marshall Meeks of Acton, six grandchildren; Kelly Bailey Pfirrmann, Michele Bailey Flood, Jennifer and Amy Johnson and Jesse and Sarah Meeks, and six great-grandchildren; Betheny, Cassidy, Tristin, Terence, Kaileigh and Reilly. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

ARRANGEMENTS: His life will be celebrated at a memorial service at the Free Christian Church, 31 Elm St., Andover, on Saturday, Jan. 26, 2008, at 10 a.m. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Calling hours will be held at the Burke-Magliozzi Funeral Home, 390 North Main St., Andover, on Friday, Jan. 25, 2008, from 4 to 7 p.m. Burial will be private. Donations in Frederick's memory may be made to the Andover Fund for Education, the Free Christian Church or the charity of your choice. For additional information, please visit www.burkemagliozzi.com.





Mary L. Murphy, 92

ANDOVER | Mary Louise (Hyland) Murphy, 92, a 60 year Andover resident, died Monday, Jan. 14, 2008 at the Wingate in Andover.

She was born in East Boston on July 5, 1915.

Mary was a member of St. Augustine Church in Andover, St. Augustine Sodality and a charter member of St. Augustine School Guild.

She belonged to the Andover Skating Club and Historic Neighborhoods of Boston and was an avid reader.

Widow of State Police Capt. Daniel A. Murphy, she is survived by four sons, Daniel W. Murphy and his wife Barbara A. of Lexington, David F. Murphy and his fiance Marta Chea of Andover, Dennis C. Murphy and his wife Jenny of Boston, and Richard J. Murphy of Andover; six grandchildren, three Andover raised, Paul D. Murphy and Betsy A. Murphy of Andover Katy M. of Ft. Collins, Colo.; 12 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

ARRANGEMENTS: Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Augustine Building Fund, 43 Essex St., Andover, MA 01810 or Lazarus House, P.O. Box 408, Lawrence, MA 01842. Please send cards of sympathy to Burke-Magliozzi Funeral Home, 390 North Main St., Andover, MA 01810. Burke-Magliozzi Funeral Home, 390 North Main St., Andover. Burial in St. Augustine Cemetery.





Josephine T. Pasquale, 87

ANDOVER | Josephine Theresa (Scipione) Pasquale, 87, of Andover, died Friday, Jan. 11 at the Lawrence General Hospital.

Josephine was the youngest and sole survivor of 10 children born to Nicola and Anna Scipione of Sulmona, Italy. She grew up in Jamaica Plain and moved to Andover in 1948.

While living in Andover she worked as a teacher's aide at the West Elementary School, and was employed at "Young Fashions" for many years. After retiring, Josephine was afforded the luxury of enjoying many enjoyable years of golf at the Indian Ridge Country Club in Andover.

She is survived by her husband, Bernard Pasquale of Andover; daughters, Mary Ann Jurek of Andover and Andrea Doherty of Canada; and a son, Joseph B. Pasquale and his wife, Caren, of Weston; eight grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

ARRANGEMENTS: Her funeral Mass was celebrated on Monday, Jan. 14, 10 a.m. at St. Augustine's Church, Andover. Burial in West Parish Cemetery, Andover. Memorial contributions may be made to the Italian Home for Children, 1125 Center St., Jamaica Plain, MA 02130; or to the National Italian American Foundation, 1860 19th St., NW, Washington, DC 20009. To leave online condolences or for weather related updates, please visit www.contefuneralhomes.com.





Mary M. St. Louis, 67

ANDOVER | Mary M. (Barrett) St. Louis, 67, of Andover, died on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2008 at Lawrence General Hospital.

Mary was born in Methuen and was raised and educated in Methuen and Lawrence.

She had worked at Mary Immaculate Nursing Home, Lawrence.

Mary loved to play Bingo, do crossword puzzles and word searches and loved to read. She was very dedicated to her family and will be missed dearly by all who loved her.

Her family members include her husband, David St. Louis of Andover and her daughter, Robin M. and her husband Kenneth Dumais of Methuen and four sons, Jeffrey A. and his wife, Elaine St. Louis of Lawrence, Mark S. St. Louis and his partner, Mauricio Moncayo of Pembroke Pines, Fla., Douglas St. Louis and his partner, Paul White of Hanover, Mass. and Robert E. and his wife, Janet St. Louis of Methuen. She leaves a brother, Vincent Barrett of California and three grandchildren, Haley St. Louis, Derek St. Louis and Corey St. Louis and was predeceased by her daughter, Denise St. Louis.

ARRANGEMENTS: There were no calling hours. A private family service was held. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, Greater Lawrence Unit, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701. Arrangements are by The Charles F. Dewhirst Funeral Home, 80 Broadway, Methuen. To send an online condolence, please visit www.dewhirstfuneral.com.





Jean A. Trainor, 77

NORTH ANDOVER | Jean A. Trainor (Ackley), 77, passed away at the Hanna Duston Nursing Home in Haverhill on Friday, Jan. 18, 2008.

Jean was born in East Millinocket, Maine on Aug. 27, 1930 to parents, Noris and Jennie Ackley. She moved to North Andover in 1973.

Jean was employed for over 16 years at Raytheon in Andover before retiring. She previously worked at Tire Rubber Co. in Andover.

Jean enjoyed summers in Maine and winters in Florida. She was a member of the Heart to Heart Senior's Group.

Jean was predeceased by her husband, James Trainor and her daughter, Pricilla Marsden.

Among her survivors is her son, Christopher Crowley and his wife Betty of Panama City, Fla.; daughter, Elaine Hale and her husband Chuck Hale Jr. of Pelham, N.H.; son, Patrick Crowley of North Andover; son-in-law, Charles Marsden of Methuen; grandchildren, Katie Marsden of Methuen, Chuckie Marsden III of Methuen, Jason P. Hale and his wife of Rochester, N.H., Chuck Hale III and his wife of Manchester, N.H.; special friends, Mary Ellen Cooper of Tewksbury, Dorothy and Phyllis Manzi of Lowell and Rita Hale of Pelham, N.H.

Jean is loved by her family and will be dearly missed.

ARRANGEMENTS: At the request of the family, funeral services are private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701. Please visit our online guestbook at www.CataudellaFH.com.











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  • Beatrice E. Morreo, 85

    Beatrice "Bea" Eleanor (Williams) Morreo, 85, died peacefully Thursday, February 2nd, 2012, surrounded by family at her home in Brooksby Village.

    She was the daughter of the late Mamie (Lindholm) and Bill Williams. She resided during her childhood years in Middletown, New York. She was the wife of the late Daniel Anthony Morreo and she lived in Andover with him for 40 years. Survived by 5 children, Susan Birrell, Gail Bryant, Mark Morreo, Martha Wiley, and Dan Morreo; 10 grandchildren including Christy, Brittany, Joshua, Randall, Molly, Robbie, Heather, Nicole, Ali and Abbey; and one great granddaughter, Ella Grace. She will be missed.

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  • Linda R. Pytka, 63

    Linda R. Pytka, age 63, of Andover, passed away on January 30, 2012, after a brave battle against multiple myeloma that lasted over six years.

    Born and raised in Worcester, she was the loving mother of three sons, Jonathan, Brendan, and Justin, and the devoted wife of Stephen M. Pytka. Her passing was peaceful, and she was surrounded by her family, who will miss her dearly. Linda was formerly a critical care nurse at Holy Family Hospital in Methuen, helping others through their difficult times.

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  • Margaret F. Kruse, 82

    Margaret Farrell Kruse, age 82, of N. Andover, MA, formerly of Piscataway, NJ, died on January 28, 2012.

    She was born on July 12, 1929 in New York City, the daughter of Michael Henry and Margaret Ruth (Griffin) Farrell. She majored in history at Barnard College, at which time she met her future husband of 60 years, Theodore Kruse. She maintained a life-long interest in history, art and current events, and served on the boards of numerous civic and volunteer organizations. As a member of the League of Women Voters, she studied how the dearth of low-income housing shaped communities and this interested her in zoning issues. This work lead to her being appointed to Piscataway’s Civil Rights Advisory Commission and also the Zoning Board of Adjustments. She was later elected to Piscataway’s Town Council. After moving to the Edgewood Retirement Community in North Andover, she wrote articles for the Edgewood News and served on the Resident Council.

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  • Louise Zeller Curley,

    Louise "Liz" Zeller Curley, a former resident of North Andover and Andover and devoted, caring wife of Joseph "Jay" D. Curley, passed away on Sunday, January 29, 2012 surrounded by her loving family, after courageously battling pancreatic cancer for ten months.

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  • Geraldine M. Magee, 67

    ANDOVER — Geraldine "Jeri" Marie (Greene) Magee, age 67, of Andover, MA, died unexpectedly on December 13, 2011.
    She was born on February 22, 1944 in Cambridge, MA, the daughter of Alton and Margaret (Wynne) Greene. The beloved wife of John "Jack" Magee, the couple was married on February 19, 1972 in Arlington, MA and subsequently moved to Andover, MA where they raised two children. Jeri graduated from Arlington High School in 1961, held a Bachelor of Arts from (the former) Boston State College and a Master of Arts in Education from Suffolk University. She taught elementary school for several years in Billerica, MA, and became a homemaker after her children were born.

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  • John Jack Magee, Jr., 69

    ANDOVER — John "Jack" Magee, Jr., age 69, of Andover, MA, died unexpectedly on December 13, 2011.
    He was born on November 7, 1942 in Cambridge, MA, the son of John and Christena (MacDougall) Magee. The beloved husband of Geraldine "Jeri" Magee, the couple was married on February 19, 1972 in Arlington, MA and subsequently moved to Andover, MA where they raised two children. Jack graduated from Arlington High School in 1959, held a Bachelor of Science in Business from Boston University and a Juris Doctor from the New England School of Law.

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  • Ruth E. Batchelder

    ANDOVER — Ruth E. Batchelder, a lifelong resident of Andover, MA, passed away peacefully of natural causes, Friday, January 13th, 2012, at the age of 88, surrounded by her two daughters and other family members, at the Wingate Nursing Home in Andover.

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  • Friday, January 13, 2012
  • Paul Miner Steinbrink, 98

    ANDOVER — Paul Miner Steinbrink, 98, resident of Ashland Farm in North Andover, passed away Tuesday, January 10, at Lawrence General Hospital in Lawrence.

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  • Thursday, January 12, 2012
  • Dr. Adrian J. Pallone, 83

    WINDHAM, N.H. — Adrian J. Pallone, 83, of Windham, formerly of Andover, MA, passed away on Tuesday, January 3, 2011 at his home in Windham, surrounded by his loving family. Adrian passed following a long battle with Parkinson's.

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  • William E. Conway, 85

    NASHUA, N.H. — William Elias Conway, of Nashua, New Hampshire, and Fortunes Rocks, Biddeford, ME, passed away on December 29, 2011, in Nashua, NH, at age 85.
    Bill, as he was known, was born in Lowell, Massachusetts on March 21, 1926 to James Francis and Ellen (McQuade) Conway. He was the third of their five children; his two brothers, James Francis, Jr. of Lowell, MA and John Keegan of Lawrence, NY, and his two sisters, Isabelle Ann Yardley of Needham, MA and Ellen Mary of Lowell, all predeceased him. Bill graduated from Lowell High School in 1943 and attended Harvard College. He was later appointed to the United States Naval Academy at Annapolis, from which he graduated in the Class of 1948. He married his childhood sweetheart, Jane Priscilla Bowler, and they spent 62 years together until her death earlier this year.

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  • Thursday, January 5, 2012
  • Dorothy Eckman

    ANDOVER — Dorothy Beizer Eckman, passed away from complications due to Cancer and Parkinson's disease.

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  • Frank R. Zonghetti

    ANDOVER — Frank R. Zonghetti, of Andover, Dec. 24.
    Beloved husband of Maureen (Sullivan). Father of Lisa M. Zonghetti-Stafford and her husband Sean and Christopher S. Zonghetti, all of Haverhill. Son of the late Joseph and Archangela (Sestito) Zonghetti. Brother of Ray Zonghetti and Christine Masiello of Somerville and Joe Zonghetti and Janet of Foxboro. Brother-in-law of Barbara O'Hearn and her husband John, Claire Mattson and her husband Carl, all of Tewksbury, Mark Sullivan of Wilmington and Thomas Sullivan and his wife Denise of NY. Frank is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.

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  • Jean G. Beaulieu, 86

    ANDOVER — Jean G. (Shinnick) Beaulieu, a longtime resident of Andover and beloved wife of the late William J. Beaulieu, died at the Lawrence General Hospital on Friday, December 30, 2011. She was 86 years old.

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  • Thursday, December 29, 2011
  • Antoinette Popadak, 86

    ANDOVER — Antoinette (Fusco) Popadak, of Andover, beloved wife of the late Edward F. Popadak, died at the Lawrence General Hospital on Wednesday, December 21, 2011. She was 86-years-old.

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  • Emily R. Ponti, 101

    LAWRENCE — Emily R. (Catalano) Ponti, 101, passed away Monday, December 26, 2011 at the Berkeley Nursing Center in Lawrence. She was born January 22, 1910 and was just three weeks away from turning 102-years-old.

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  • John J. Daly, 63

    HARWICH — John J. Daly, formerly of Andover and North Chelmsford, died in Harwich on December 17, 2011. He was the son of the late Martin W. and Dorothy V. (Cederberg) Daly. He was 63-years-old.

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  • Thursday, December 22, 2011
  • Anna I. Rokos, 91

    Anna Isabel Rokos passed away peacefully on December 14, 2011 at the age of 91.
    A loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, Anna is survived by her children: Robert, Jack (Charlene Cotter), Mary Ann Pavone, David (Linda Magnus), Paul (Meg Davidson), and Alice (John Gordon); grandchildren: Sarah Rubright (Cal), Adam Rokos, Dylan Rokos (Nicole Padgett), Erika Schoell (Michael), Lindsay Rokos (Gerry Snyder), Lauren Williams (David), Kyle Gordon, Timothy Pavone, Kayla Pavone, Katarzyna Rokos, Zachary Rokos & Kymberle Gordon; 5 great-grandchildren: Grace, Gerry, Abby, Xander & Baby Rokos (due February of 2012); several nieces & nephews. Anna is predeceased by her husband, John S. Rokos; her mother and father, Mary Louise & George (Bert) Elliott, and brothers, Herbert and William.

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  • John Goodwin Hopkins

    NORTH ANDOVER — John Goodwin Hopkins of North Andover, MA, passed away on December 18, 2011, after a long battle with heart disease and Parkinson1s disease.
    Loving husband of Ann Hopkins, who passed away in 1987. Devoted father of Thomas and Cynthia; father-in-law of Emily Barton Hopkins and Jeff Sugg; grandfather of Tobias. John also leaves behind his three sisters, three brothers-in-law, eleven nieces and nephews, many dear friends, and countless grateful former students. Middlesex School 150; Harvard College, AB, 154; University of Virginia, MBA, 160; Harvard Graduate School of Education, EdM, 164.

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  • Saoirse Craig Fitzgerald, 1

    DANVERS — Saoirse Craig Fitzgerald, 1-and-a-half-years-old, beloved daughter of Michael J. and Kezia C. (Liversidge) Fitzgerald, passed away after a courageous battle with Neuroblastoma, a pediatric cancer, surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday morning, December 13, 2011 at Children's Hospital in Boston.

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  • Thursday, December 15, 2011
  • Dorothy A. Camp, 79

    Dorothy Ann Camp nee Dodge, 79, resident of Deerfield, IL since 1968, passed away peacefully in her sleep in the early morning of December 10, 2011. She grew up in Andover, MA at 47 Summer Street and graduated from Punchard High School in 1950. Beloved wife of the late John R. Camp who was a 1948 graduate of Phillips Academy; loving mother of 3 and grandmother of 3; dear sister of Edward Dodge, of Andover, MA.

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