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Honoring Lives: Obituaries and Tributes

Norman J. Fredkin

Norman J. Fredkin

Mar 27, 2025

Norman Jacob Fredkin, of Carlisle, was born July 24, 1928 in North Hollywood, CA. Norman grew up during the depression he was the first-born son of Manuel Fredkin, a poet and a businessman from Bryansk, Russia, and Rose Spiegel, a concert pianist from Odessa, Ukraine – who met after escaping the turmoil of revolution and war. Norman was a...

Algis A. Lukas

Algis A. Lukas

Mar 26, 2025

Algis A. Lukas, who was born February 16, 1937 in Vilkaviske, Lithuania to Albina Pauza Jonaitis and Juozas Lukasevicius, passed away on March 26, 2025. He lived his eighty-eight years of life with optimism, purpose, and dedication to community, family and friends.

His life perspective in many ways mirrored the enthusiasm and can-do attitude and ambition of...

Michael Delano Flynn

Michael Delano Flynn

Mar 26, 2025

Michael Delano Flynn, 73, of Maynard, Mass., passed on March 26, 2025 after a long, slow struggle with a rare type of blood cancer that he took in stride without complaint like he did with so much in his life.

The son of the late John Joseph Flynn Jr. and the late Ann Williams Flynn, he was...

Peter S. Constable

Peter S. Constable

Mar 23, 2025

Peter 'Pete' Constable, of Carlisle, MA, passed away unexpectedly on March 23, 2025 from complications arising from rheumatoid arthritis, COVID and pneumonia all further complicated by Lyme Disease, most of which he had battled for the past twenty years. Pete was the poster child of resilience for all who knew him and his concurrent battles with disabling disease.

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Joan Marie Beauchamp

Joan Marie Beauchamp

Mar 23, 2025

Joan Marie "Nana Beau" Beauchamp (née Hureau), 92, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2025, in Carlisle, Massachusetts.

Born on December 12, 1932, in Everett, Massachusetts, Joan lived a life filled with love, warmth, and unwavering kindness. She was known for her ever-present smile and the deep affection she held for her family. Her summers at Pleasant...

Dorit Elizabeth Vanderwilden

Dorit Elizabeth Vanderwilden

Mar 22, 2025

Dorit Elizabeth vanderWilden, of Concord, formerly of Roslyn, NY, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2025 at the age of 87.

Beloved mother of Erik (and Suzanne) of Croton-on-Hudson, NY, Philip (and Mary-Wren) of Concord and John (and Barbara) of South Hamilton; Omi to Andrew, Peter, Ethan, Matteus, Emily and Maximus. As a single Mom, she took...

Kerry A. Johnson

Kerry A. Johnson

Mar 16, 2025

Kerry Adams Johnson, 84, of Woburn, MA passed away at home on March 16, 2025, with his wife, daughter, son-in-law, and beloved grandson at his side.

Kerry was born the son of Samuel G. Johnson and Martha Harvey Johnson on December 29, 1940, in Brooklyn, NY where he lived until age 9 during which he became a...

Susan Jane Simmons

Susan Jane Simmons

Mar 13, 2025

Susan Jane Simmons died just after midnight on Thursday, March 13, 2025. Her children, David and Jennifer Stager, sat with her as she made a gentle transition after two decades of illness. Familiar staff at Carleton-Willard Village also ensured her comfort with great care.

The daughter of the late Robert H. Simmons and Elizabeth W. Simmons, Susan...

Beverly Bringle

Beverly Bringle

Mar 12, 2025

Visual Artist, Teacher, Dear Friend, Partner, Stepmother and Grandmother, Aunt, and All-Around Joyful, Generous, and Beautiful Human Being

Beverly Bringle, of Concord, passed away on March 12, 2025 at the age of 86.

She was born on April 28, 1938, in Covington, Tennessee, the youngest child of Mary Culberson Bringle and Hughes Bringle. She cherished...

Carl J. Meuse

Carl J. Meuse

Mar 3, 2025

Carl Joseph Meuse, 87, of Concord, MA passed away on Monday, March 3rd 2025, after battling a lengthy illness while in the loving care of the VA Hospital in Bedford, MA.

Carl was born January 26, 1938 to the late Carl and Louise (Carter) Meuse in Medford, MA.  He had 4 siblings - Claire, Patricia, Linda, and...

Kelly G. Krauss

Kelly G. Krauss

Feb 27, 2025

Kelly G. (Bailer) Krauss, of Acton, MA, died peacefully on February 27, 2025, surrounded by the loving presence of her family. She was 54.

Kelly was born in California on July 12, 1970, as the daughter of Penny Bailer and the late Kermit G. Bailer. Her formative years were spent in Detroit, where she graduated from University...

Brian Lanigan

Brian Lanigan

Feb 26, 2025

Brian Lanigan, of Freeport, ME, a beloved family man, friend and community leader unexpectedly passed away peacefully on February 26, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of service, kindness and generosity. He was 68 years old.

Brian was born and raised in Concord, Massachusetts, where he grew up with a deep appreciation for his community and a commitment...

The Rev. John J. Pierce, O.F.M.

The Rev. John J. Pierce, O.F.M.

Feb 22, 2025

The Rev. John J. Pierce, O.F.M. of St. Anthony Friary died February 22, 2025 at age 93 following an extended illness. He was a professed Franciscan Friar 66 years, and a Catholic Priest 61 years.

A native of Melrose, MA, Father John was born February 16, 1932 to Ralph and Frances (Mutty) Pierce. In early years he...

Cheryl (Foley) Welcome

Cheryl (Foley) Welcome

Feb 20, 2025

Cheryl A. (Foley) Welcome, of Concord, MA, died at Newton-Wellesley Hospital on February 20, 2025, at the age of 77.

She was born in Portland, Maine on May 9, 1947, the daughter of the late John and Elva (Maggs) Foley.

Cheryl grew up in Maine, graduated from Arlington High School and worked for the postal...

Donald O. Smith, Jr.

Donald O. Smith, Jr.

Feb 20, 2025

Donald O. Smith, Jr., 69, of Wrentham, MA, passed away on February 20, 2025.

He was born in Hingham, MA on November 22, 1955, the son of the late Jeanmary and Donald O. Smith.

He is survived by his siblings, Laura McKenna and her husband Dave of Concord, MA, Priscilla Simons and her husband John...

Mary G. Kane

Mary G. Kane

Feb 19, 2025

Mary G. (Kiernan) Kane, age 87, of Concord, passed away at Care Dimensions Hospice House in Lincoln on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. She was the loving wife for 64 years of John J. Kane.

Mary was born in Medford on January 3, 1938 to her late parents, John and Agnes (Sullivan) Kiernan. She was raised in Arlington and graduated from Mount...

George W. Thibeault

George W. Thibeault

Feb 14, 2025

George W. Thibeault, of Concord, MA, died on Friday, February 14, 2025 at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston from post-surgical complications. He was 83.

He was born on September 21, 1941, as the son and only child of the late George and Josephine (Maraggia) Thibeault. He attended Northeastern University for his undergrad. Subsequently, George earned an MBA...

Michael Patrick Eden

Michael Patrick Eden

Feb 9, 2025

Michael Patrick Eden, 86, of Concord, MA, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on July 19, 1938, in Fulham, England, Michael was the son of Arthur and Emma Elizabeth "Kelly" Eden. An only child, he grew up just south of London in the Surrey town of Morden. His early years...

Martha Downey Hamilton

Martha Downey Hamilton

Feb 8, 2025

Martha Downey Hamilton, age 91, of Concord, NH, formerly of Concord, MA, died on February 8, 2025.

Born on July 2, 1933, she was the daughter of the late Hugh and Marion (Garvey) Downey. Martha was raised in Lowell. She was proud to be Valedictorian for her class of 1951 at Lowell High School. Subsequently, she continued...

Jesse Michael Lambert

Jesse Michael Lambert

Feb 7, 2025

Jesse Michael Lambert, age 43, of Gardner, MA, sadly passed away unexpected on February 7, 2025.

Born on October 6, 1981, Jesse was the beloved son of William and Loretta Lambert and a cherished brother. He was a kind-hearted and unique individual who faced life's challenges with resilience and strength. Despite his struggles, Jesse touched the lives...

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