HAVERHILL - Michael J.R. Pylarinos, 30, lifelong resident of Haverhill passed away Saturday evening, May 26, 2012 at the Merrimack Valley Hospital, Haverhill.

He was born in Haverhill, son of Gerry and Kathy (Skrimizeas) Pylarinos. He was educated in Haverhill Schools, and graduate of Haverhill High School. He worked for several companies throughout the Merrimack Valley throughout the years.

Michael was kind hearted, always willing to help a person in need. An avid Boston sports fan, he enjoyed many activities including, cooking, fishing, the outdoors, interests in medicine and science, above all he cherished the time spent with his friends and family.

In addition to his parents, Michael's surviving family members include his loving siblings, Deena Pylarinos and her fiancé Josh Waller of Haverhill and Peter Pylarinos of Haverhill; nephews, Kaleb and Jacob; grandparents, Peter and Irene Skrimizeas of Lynn; companion, Paula Sweet; and several uncles, aunts and cousins.

Private funeral services will be held at a later time.

Arrangements under the care of the Driscoll Funeral Home, 309 So. Main Street (Rte. 125), Bradford (978) 374-0000.

Contributions may be made in Michael's memory to the Holy Apostles Sts. Peter and Paul Greek Orthodox Church, 154-156 Winter Street, Haverhill, MA 01830.