Essex High School Alumni Obituaries

It is with heavy hearts that we announce that our dear motherCorinne P. Lambert Lucier has been welcomed home by family who went before her. She passed away peacefully on December 26 2025 leaving behind a legacy of love strength and devotion. Corinne was born in Methuen MA on January 24 1937 to Aime...

We are saddened to share that Roger Arthur Tourville 57 peacefully passed away on January 8 2026 surrounded by loved ones. Roger is reunited with his parents Muriel and Arthur Tourville and his brothers Arthur Jr. and Norman Tourville. He is survived by his loving partner and best friend Rhonda Fitz...

Patricia Ann SheehanTurcotte a lifelong resident of Methuen Massachusetts passed away peacefully on December 5 2025 at CareOne in Lexington. Born in Lawrence Massachusetts Patricia graduated from Tenney High School in 1959. She spent more than 40 years working in data entry with the IRS before retir...

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved father William James Ritter. He peacefully departed from this world on Saturday January 10 2026. William lived a life grounded in faith and family and was constantly amazed by the beauty of Gods creations. Born on March 20 1946 Willi...

Marguerite Olive Lebel a cherished soul known affectionately as Aunti to her friends family and loved ones gracefully entered eternal rest on December 10 2025 in Methuen MA. Born on a snowy Christmas day in 1940 in Lawrence MA she was a beacon of love and kindness throughout her 85 years on this ear...

Thomas William Anderson 63 of Lowell MA passed away peacefully on November 10 2025 surrounded by his loving family and friends. Born on November 28 1961 in Lawrence MA to the late George C. and Gail Titus Anderson Tom lived a life marked by kindness hard work and devotion to those he loved. Tom was ...

Julie Neuber Bishop passed away peacefully on December 1 at Woodcrest Village Assisted Living in New London NH. She was 71. Born in New York City to Richard and Jean Neuber Julie grew up in Niskayuna NY alongside her siblings Stewart Sally Kelly and Chris. She graduated from Niskayuna High School in...

Richard Larry Holmes was born in Rapid City SD December 2 1945 to Richard Lewis and Daisy Lou Wheeler Holmes. He attended country grade school in Westover SD and graduated from Murdo High School in 1963. September 1963 he enlisted in the United States Navy. Over his 20year navy career he spent time ...

Richard David Peterson 91 passed away at Marshfield Hospital with his loving family by his side. Richard was born on May 8 1934 the eldest of two to the late William and Marion Peterson in New London Wisconsin. Richard achieved much in his younger years. He was the starting quarterback of the New Lo...

Ronald Cheek, Sr., age 68, passed away peacefully at home on January 5, 2026. Affectionately known as “Boda” to family and close friends, he was born in Neptune, NJ to the late Edward Cheek, Sr. and Shirley Cheek.Ronald was educated in East Orange public schools where he received his diploma. After...

Marilyn Diana Yarde was born on July 14 1977 in Brooklyn New York to the late Chesterfield Yarde and Clotilda Yarde.The youngest of three daughters Marilyn was the light of her parents eyes from birth bringing joy warmth and quiet strength to her family throughout her life. Marilyn attended Ebenezer...

Doris Jeanette Cameron Jones was born on January 19, 1934, in Southern Pines, North Carolina, the beloved first child of Lindsay and Ruth Cameron (nee Bowman). A year later, the family welcomed a second daughter, Gloria Joyce, and in 1940, a third daughter, Eleanor Madge, completing the trio of Came...

Bertha Reddick was born in Blakely, Georgia on March 30, 1944 to the late Mercia and Willie Reddick. The family moved to Newark, New Jersey when Bertha was 9 months old.Bertha was educated in the Newark public school system. After graduating from high school, she attended evening classes at Essex Co...

Alvina Jones, a longtime resident of Orange, New Jersey, peacefully departed this earth on January 11, 2026, at the age of 100. Born on June 13, 1925, in East Orange, Alvina lived a life defined by dedication to her family, professional integrity, and a spirited love for life.Alvina was a proud grad...

Theresa E. Williams was born on December 11, 1944 in Newark, New Jersey to her parents Earl Williams Sr. and Jimmie Williams. The oldest of 10 children, Theresa learned early the importance of leadership, resilience, and love of family. She attended Broadway School in Newark and proudly graduated ...

Samuel Braxton, 84 years old, a long-time resident of East Orange, NJ, passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025. He leaves behind his wife of 59 years, the love of his life Patricia and the “apple of his eye”, his daughter Kimberly. Along with his favorite sister-in-law and football watching buddy M...

Shirley M. Rogers, affectionately known as “Mama Shirley,” or “Aunt Shirl” was born on August 13, 1954, to John W. Rogers and Mary M. Rogers in Newark, New Jersey. She transitioned peacefully on December 19, 2025, at the age of 71.Shirley was preceded in death by her parents, John W. Rogers and Mary...

Florence Marie Ceasar Douglas, 68 years old, departed this life on December 13, 2025, surrounded by her children. Florence was a devoted wife, mother, sister, aunt, and friend, who was born on September 26, 1957, in Newark, NJ. Florence was the seventh child of eight children born to Samuel Ceasar a...

On Thursday afternoon at 1:10 on New Year’s Day of 2026 Catherine Elizabeth Bolen expired peacefully from natural causes at Roper Hospital in South Carolina. Catherine was born on June 23rd, 1930 in Asbury Park, N.J. She was the youngest of 3 sisters and 4 brothers. The family migrated to Newark, N....

Renee Louise James, lovingly known as Auntie Nae Nae, 64, of Newark, NJ, went to be with her heavenly father on January 9, 2026. Renee was born on May 13, 1961 in Newark, NJ to Vernon James Sr. and Linda James.Renee grew up in Newark, where she attended University High School. As a child she found j...

Rowena O’Bryant Williams was born on December 8, 1944, to Benjamin O’Bryant and Kathryn Lemon-Green O’Bryant. Affectionately known to countless friends and family as Wendy, she brought a radiant spirit into the world. A proud native of Newark, New Jersey, her roots ran deep in the vibrant community ...

Anthony Dwayne Lowery was born April 1, 1957 to parents Walter Jackson, Jr., and the late Mary Louise Lowery, in Newark, NJ. He passed away peacefully on December 22, 2025 in East Orange, NJ.Anthony, also known as “Tony”, was raised in Newark, NJ, where he attended West Kinney Elementary School. Lat...

Ruby Mae Greene was born on April 28, 1939, in Landover, West Virginia. She was the oldest daughter of Forrest and Mattie Powell. She had 3 siblings, the late Leola Jones and the twins Terry and Jerry Powell. Ms. Ruby attended and graduated from Gary District High School in West Virginia. A few year...

Michael “Big Mike” Merola, 86, passed away peacefully on December 30th at his home, surrounded by his loving family.Born in Newark, New Jersey, to Alfonso and Rose (Federico) Merola, Mike’s childhood was a classic American story. He grew up speaking Italian before he learned English, worked as a sho...

James Allen Rosenquist of Ambler PA passed away on Thursday March 6 2025 aged 87 in his home surrounded by his family. He was born on August 2 1937 in Clarinda Iowa to Swedish parents Ture Gunnar T.G. and Amanda C. Nelson Rosenquist. He was the devoted husband of Joyce Louise Barnhart Rosenquist fat...

Roberta Loftin 59 passed away on December 7 2025 in Orange New Jersey. Born on March 7 1966 in Tabor City North Carolina she was a woman whose life was marked by love strength and selfless dedication. Born to Frances and Benjamin Cook Roberta grew into a woman whose generosity kindness and steady pr...

AndrewMcManusdied suddenlyon December 212025 at the age of 66. Andy was born on November 211959inNewark NJ the youngest child of Andy and Margaret McManus.Andy grew upon William Street inBelleville NJ.He attended St. Peters School wherehe received First Communion and Confirmation. He took the saints...

Roberta Marie Galik Moran wife of Richard Charles Moran who predeceased her passed away peacefully in her sleep on December 26 2025 at her home in Essex County. Roberta and her husband Richard lived and raised their family in Clifton NJ for decades. Roberta is survived by her brother Albert Galik of...

George P. Bud Looby DVM of Woodstock CT passed away on December 28 2025 at the age of 97. The son of the late George F. Looby and Laura Anderson Looby of Middletown he is survived by his wife of 66 years Carolyn Harmon Looby his son Timothy Looby his daughter Jennifer Mansfield and her husband Craig...

Olympia "Babe" Bianchi, 91, of Newark, passed away Monday January 5, 2026.Olympia was a devoted wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She was married to her high school sweetheart and true love John “Jack” Bianchi (deceased) and raised four children John, Cindy, Kevin, ...