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Angelo Riva, Jr.

Angelo Riva, Jr.

August 19, 2026

Angelo Riva, Jr., 90, of Groveland and longtime resident of Chelsea, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 19 in Boston.

Cherished husband of Suzanne Riva who passed in April of 2024 and they shared 63 years of marriage. Survived by their sons Michael Riva and Matthew Riva.

Visitation will be held on Monday, August 24, in the Driscoll Funeral Home, 309 So....

Priscilla Dee Lang

Priscilla Dee Lang

August 17, 2026

Priscilla Dee Lang passed away peacefully on August 17, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was the daughter of the late Walter and Patricia J. Marrs of North Andover.

Priscilla will be remembered for her love of family and friends, her enjoyment of life, and the many lasting memories she created with those she held dear. She will be deeply...

Cheryl Anne Deramo

Cheryl Anne Deramo

August 15, 2026

Cheryl A. Deramo, 67, a lifelong resident of Haverhill, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 15, 2026.

Cheryl was born in Ipswich on August 10, 1959, the daughter of Marguerite Annis and the late Edwin Bridge. She was predeceased by her husband Mark Deramo.

Cheryl had a deep passion for gardening and spent many years working as a florist. She loved being outdoors...

Yvette Veras

Yvette Veras

August 14, 2026

In loving memory of Yvette

It is with heavy hearts and profound love that we announce the passing of our beloved Yvette, who peacefully transitioned on Friday August 14th, 2026. While our hearts are broken by her absence, we find comfort in knowing that her life was filled with love, family, cherished memories, and moments that will remain with us forever.

Yvette...

Martha Merced

Martha Merced

August 13, 2026

Martha Merced, 86 years old, residing in Haverhill mass, passed away suddenly at Boston Medical Center in Brighton, Massachusetts on Thursday, August 13, 2026.

Martha was born July 29, 1940 in Comerio, Puerto Rico, to Cecilia and Adrian Robles.

In 1969 Martha decided to move to Haverhill, Massachusetts with her five children to be closer to her brothers.

She worked at Lucent Technologies...

Michael G. Therriault

Michael G. Therriault

August 6, 2026

Michael Therriault, 74, of Haverhill, Massachusetts, passed away on August 6, 2026.

Michael was born on May 11, 1952, in Lowell, Massachusetts, to Irmgard (Haack) Therriault and Irrene Therriault. He made Haverhill his home for nearly 50 years and was married to his wife, Donna (West) Therriault, for 50 years this upcoming November.

Michael spent much of his professional life caring for...

Matthew Peter Battistini

Matthew Peter Battistini

August 4, 2026

Matthew "Matt Batt" Battistini passed away suddenly on August 4, 2026. Born in Bradford, he was the third child and second son of Millie and Fred Battistini. Matt enjoyed an idyllic childhood on Kensington Avenue, where he could often be found jumping the fence to the Hunking School fields to play sports until the sun went down.

A proud 1978 graduate...

Barbara Ann Lightfoot

Barbara Ann Lightfoot

July 30, 2026

Barbara Ann Lightfoot, 90, of Melrose, passed away on July 30, 2026. She was born on November 15, 1935 in Randolph MA, and was the daughter of the late Henry and Florence Marie (Peck) Lightfoot. Barbara graduated from Brockton High School in 1953 and worked many years for numerous companies as an Administrative Assistant.

In addition to her parents, Barbara was...

Robert Clayton Faulkner

Robert Clayton Faulkner

July 29, 2026

Robert Clayton Faulkner was born in Haverhill on February 21, 1939, son of the late Frederick M. and G. Arlene Faulkner. He grew up attending Haverhill Schools and Tilton Grammar School, where he first found his love of music playing drums in the Tilton School Drum & Bugle Corps. His pursuit of learning continued throughout his life, taking him to...

Marilyn Starr Goodwin

Marilyn Starr Goodwin

July 27, 2026

Marilyn Starr Goodwin, 79, of Groveland, Massachusetts passed away peacefully on the evening of July 27th, 2026.

She was born on February 6th, 1947, to Gardner and Geneva Parsons of Gloucester, Massachusetts.

Marilyn was most known for her artistic endeavors: she was an avid knitter and crafter, was always bringing a delicious meal or dessert to holidays, and could be found tending...

Albert Hardy, Jr.

Albert Hardy, Jr.

July 27, 2026

Albert Hardy, born on November 7, 1959, in Haverhill, passed away unexpectedly in Methuen on July 27, 2026. A man known for his dry sense of humor, Albert was a devoted family man, a loving father, and a passionate Boston sports enthusiast. He cherished his wife of 41 years, Susan (Simmons) Hardy, and loved nothing more than spending time with...

Mark Rampulla

Mark Rampulla

July 26, 2026

Mark A. Rampulla, 58, of Haverhill, Massachusetts, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 26, 2026. 

Born and raised in Haverhill, Mark was the beloved son of Patricia (Villaire) and Peter Rampulla. He grew up alongside his brother, Stephen, and remained deeply connected to the community he proudly called home throughout his life. 

Mark graduated from Haverhill High School and later attended Northern...

Sharon Ricci

Sharon Ricci

July 24, 2026

Sharon Kathleen Ricci, age 77, passed away quietly on July 24, 2026. 

Born in Haverhill, MA to Robert and Betty McGuire, Sharon was a beautiful soul with a radiant smile that effortlessly lit up any room. She was authentic, lived life strictly on her own terms, and leaves behind a legacy of boundless love, humor, and fierce loyalty.

The true love of...

William Eric Hartung

William Eric Hartung

July 23, 2026

William Eric Hartung, 57, of Haverhill, Massachusetts, passed away unexpectedly at his home on July 23, 2026.

Born in Haverhill on December 31, 1968, Eric spent most of his life in Massachusetts while making frequent trips to Florida to visit family. He found his greatest peace in nature and never passed a patch of wildflowers without stopping to pick a few....

Edward Rostosky

Edward Rostosky

July 23, 2026

Edward Rostosky, 83, of Haverhill, passed away on July 23, 2026, at High Pointe Hospice House

Born on June 27, 1943, in Haverhill, he was the son of the late Peter and Edna (Boratyn) Rostosky. Edward was raised and educated in Vershire, VT, where he graduated from Thetford Academy in 1961. He went on to earn a college degree in land...

Robert George Turner

Robert George Turner

July 23, 2026

Robert George Turner of Haverhill passed at home peacefully at age 91 surrounded by loved ones.

He was born in Alberta, Canada to his parents Charles and Freida Turner. They lived in Canada for most of their lives where Robert and his siblings Donald, Dolores, Joan, Kenneth and Bernice Turner lived in their family farm creating fond memories. Here is where...

Karen Guadalupe

Karen Guadalupe

July 21, 2026

With profound sadness and deep love, we announce the passing of Karen Guadalupe Gomez, age 63, on July 21, 2026, following a courageous battle with cancer.

Karen was one of the most loving, forgiving, and generous people anyone could ever know. She truly had a heart of gold. Her kindness knew no limits, and she always placed the needs of others...

James ‘Jim’ Webster

James ‘Jim’ Webster

July 19, 2026

James “Jim” R. Webster, cherished son of Heather (Campbell) Lunt and Michael Lunt, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2026, after a lengthy illness, surrounded by the family who loved him deeply.

Jim was born on January 7, 1971, at Fort Devens in Ayer, MA. Full of energy as a child, he grew up in Beverly, MA, where he spent many...

Geraldine Minihan

Geraldine Minihan

July 17, 2026

Geraldine Minihan passed away on July 17, 2026. She was the daughter of the late Daniel “Danjo” Minihan and Mary (Levis) Minihan.

Resident of Haverhill, MA, she was a graduate of St. James High School class of 1964. She received a BA in English from Regis College and an MEd from Cambridge College. She was employed for many years as an...

Michael James Sullivan

Michael James Sullivan

July 15, 2026

Michael James Sullivan, 63, of Haverhill, MA, passed away peacefully on July 15, following a long illness, surrounded by his loving family and the compassionate staff at Lakeview House in Haverhill.

Born on September 22, 1962, in Haverhill, Mike was the son of the late William C. and Margaret M. (Magee) Sullivan. He attended Haverhill Public Schools and graduated from Haverhill...

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