OBITUARIES

Leo Franics Jr. Ellison
Apr 8, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Leo Francis Ellison Jr, aged 57, on April 8, 2024, at his home in Newburyport, MA. Leo was born on October 11, 1966 in Newburyport, to the late Leo Francis Ellison, Sr. and Cecile (Clark) Ellison. He was a dedicated worker at local 88 tunnel workers for...

Mary Elisabeth Larnard
Apr 4, 2024
First Female Principal of Newburyport High School Mary Elisabeth Larnard was born in Amesbury, MA in 1943 to John and Agnes (Lally) Larnard. She graduated from Amesbury High School in 1961 and went on to earn a Bachelor’s degree in math from Salem State College, a Master’s degree in abstract math from the University of New Hampshire, and...

Elizabeth A. (Wheeler) Sanborn
Apr 4, 2024
Elizabeth A. “Betty” (Wheeler) Sanborn, age 92, longtime resident of Salisbury, passed in the peaceful surroundings of her home and in the presence of her husband and daughter. She was the loving wife of George “Bob” Sanborn, whom she was married to for 73 years. Born in Amesbury on September 3, 1931, she was one of six children...

Give Paul Debarsy De
Apr 4, 2024
Paul de Barsy de Give, Jr., age 76, died at his home in Newburyport, MA on April 4th, 2024. Born and raised in New York City, Paul settled in Boston after college, moving to Newburyport in 1985. In 1972 he married Margaret (Meg) Mary Acheson Donato, who brought her daughter Ariane into his life. Although the marriage ended...

Beverly L. (Noyes) Doyle
Apr 3, 2024
Beverly L. Doyle, 87, beloved wife of the late Paul F. Doyle of Newburyport, MA passed away peacefully at Port Healthcare Center surrounded by her family. Beverly was born to the late Edward Noyes and Della (Carter) Noyes on May 27, 1936 in Newburyport where she was raised. After high school, Beverly became a favorite waitress to many...

None Dennis Clarke
Apr 3, 2024
OBITUARY Dennis Clarke, age 77, passed away peacefully, surrounded by love, at the Partridge House Assisted Living & Memory Care facility in Hampton, NH on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 due to complications from Alzheimer’s disease. Dennis was born on August 25, 1946 in Lynn, Massachusetts. He was the son of the late Frederick Clarke and the late Jacqueline...

Ruth (Woodsom) Twomey
Apr 2, 2024
September 22, 1924 - April 2, 2024 Ruth Woodsom Twomey, 99, passed on April 2, 2024, at the Elizabeth Calsey House in Amesbury, Mass. She was the daughter of Jewell D. Woodsom and Stella Gallagher Woodsom. Ruth grew up on Woodsom Farm on Lions Mouth Road along with her seven sisters and one brother. After graduating from Amesbury...

Mary E. (Calore) Hanifan
Mar 31, 2024
Mary E. (Calore) Hanifan, of Hampton, NH formerly of Malden, MA died Sunday, March 31, 2024 at the age of 80. She was the beloved wife of the late Donald R. Hanifan; devoted mother of Elaine Hanifan and her husband Bret, Maureen Hagan and her husband James and Joanne Lightfoot and her husband Jeffery; cherished Nana of the...

Elaine Marie Dyer Dyer
Mar 23, 2024
Elaine Marie Dyer, longtime resident of Newburyport, died peacefully surrounded by her family on March 23, 2024. She was a woman loved by all who knew her. With an infectious smile, her beauty and laughter radiated to all in her presence. Born in Worcester, MA, January 20, 1938, she was the youngest of nine children of Italian immigrants,...

Claire M. (Macdonald) Preston Eaton
Mar 23, 2024
Claire Marie Eaton, 97, of South Hampton, NH died peacefully at home on March 23, 2024. Claire and her first husband Philip Preston were natives of Lynn MA. She graduated Salem Hospital School of Nursing in the 1940’s and went on to work in Danvers State Hospital during the war. Retired from nursing to raise three sons, Claire...

Paul Vail Dunlap
Mar 22, 2024
Paul V. Dunlap, age 90, longtime resident of West Newbury, passed away peacefully at Bridges by EPOCH in Andover, next to his loving wife Margaret “Peggy” (MacGillivray), on March 22,2024. Born on August 27, 1933 he was the only child of the late George and Helene (Hernon) Dunlap. He graduated from Belmont High School and received his undergraduate...

Edward G. Power
Mar 21, 2024
Edward G. Power, age 76, longtime resident of Newburyport, passed peacefully at his home on Thursday morning, March 21, 2024, surrounded by the loving presence of his family. He was the devoted husband of Madeline E. (Esposito) Power, with whom he shared 55 years of marriage. Born in Cambridge, MA , September 6, 1947, he was one of...

Joyce E. (Makin) Nevins
Mar 20, 2024
Joyce E. (Makin) Nevins, age 78, longtime resident of Merrimac, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Wednesday morning, March 20, 2024, to be reunited with her beloved husband, Robert (Bob) Nevins. Born in Lawrence, November 8, 1945, she was one of eight children of the late Herbert C. and Josephine (Smith) Makin. Joyce was a graduate of...

Jr. Frank John Syvinski
Mar 20, 2024
Frank J. Syvinski, Jr., age 83, longtime resident of Salisbury, passed unexpectedly at his home on Wednesday afternoon, March 20, 2024. He was the beloved husband of the late Judith “Judi” A. (Samoisette) Syvinski, who passed in 2007. Born in Amesbury, February 26, 1941, he was one of three sons of the late Francis J. and Mary (Krol)...

Denise Anne (Duggan) Callahan
Mar 18, 2024
Denise Anne (Duggan) Callahan of Salisbury passed away peacefully on March 18, 2024. Born in Newburyport on September 8,1940, she was the daughter of the late Arthur J. and Stella A. (McGlew) Duggan. She married her loving husband Joe Callahan on June 1, 1963 and they recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary together. Denise graduated from Newburyport High...

Evelyn J. Ahern
Mar 16, 2024
Evelyn J. (Tanzi) Ahern, age 81, of Byfield, passed away peacefully Saturday, March 16, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. Evelyn is survived by her beloved husband of 56 years, John J. Ahern, sharing memories that will be treasured forever. Born in Boston, August 8, 1942, she was one of three children of the late Alfred and Mary...

Florence Mary Kiszka
Mar 16, 2024
Florence Mary Kiszka, 81, of Merrimac and formerly of Newburyport, passed peacefully at the home of her daughter early Saturday morning, March 16th 2024, with her family by her side. She was the devoted wife of Lawrence John Kiszka who passed away in 2015. Born in Palmer, MA on May 5, 1942, Florence was one of five children...

David A. Bishop
Mar 15, 2024
With profound sorrow, we bid farewell to a cherished member of the Newburyport community, Aster Ursula Shepard, who graced Market Square with her enchanting melodies and left an indelible mark on the hearts of all who had the privilege of hearing her play. Aster passed away on March 15th 2024, leaving behind a legacy of music, courage, and...

Lisa D. (Vinton) Duxbury
Mar 15, 2024
Lisa D. (Vinton) Duxbury, age 50, a resident of West Newbury, passed away at Mass General Hospital on Friday evening, March 15, 2024, after a courageous battle against Lupus which caused her liver to fail. Lisa was a best friend to her husband, John R. Duxbury, II with whom she shared 23 wonderful years of marriage. Lisa and...

William D. Mcdonald
Mar 11, 2024
William Bill McDonald, 93, of Merrimac MA, passed away on March 11, 2024, at Portsmouth Regional Hospital in Portsmouth, NH. He was born on February 12, 1931, in Insch Scotland. He emigrated to the United States in 1949 and proudly served in the US Army during the Korean War, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to his new country. His...
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