Borynette Johnson

1972 - 2024

Borynette "Bory" Johnson, a loving mother, daughter, wife, and friend, passed away unexpectedly in Boston, Massachusetts, on November 13, 2024, due to a brain aneurysm. She was 52 years old.

Born in Phnom Penh, Cambodia to Makara (Tim) Lek and Ny Chham, Borynette—affectionately known as "Srey Leak" to her close family—spent her early years in Phnom Penh and Battambang before emigrating as a refugee to the United States in 1982.

She settled in Salinas, California, with her mother and stepfather, Lek Sam Oeun, and her brother Khamara, before the family made their way to Lowell, Massachusetts. Borynette graduated from Regis College in 1995 with a B.A. in Economics and Business Management, and had a long career at Helmsman Management Services and Liberty Mutual.

In 2008, Borynette married Ron Johnson, beginning nearly twenty beautiful years together. They created a warm home with their children, Emma and Ethan, who were the center of her world, along with her beloved cats—Miso, Buffy, and Pepper. Known for her love for iced coffee, appreciation for a nice glass of wine, and a gift for hosting family gatherings, Borynette's nurturing spirit touched everyone around her. She was always the first to feed others – dropping off groceries for the week, packing some barbecued wings for the road, and sharing fresh mangos with family and friends.

Her spunk, humor, beauty, and strength left a mark on all who knew her. She faced life's challenges with determination and met each day with a smile that could light up any room.

Borynette is survived by her husband Ron; children Emma and Ethan; mother Makara Lek; brother Khamara Lek; and a close circle of friends and extended family. She was preceded in death by her father Ny Chham, her sister Boradeth, and stepfather Lek Sam Oeun.

The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the medical teams at Lowell General Hospital and Boston Medical for their compassionate care.

A celebration of Borynette's life will be held with two services: 1st on Tuesday, November 19th at Temple – Wat Khmer Samaki Santikaram 85 Tyngsboro Rd, North Chelmsford Ma 01863 from 10 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. and then her Visitation on Wednesday, November 20th at the O'DONNELL FUNERAL HOME 276 PAWTUCKET ST., in Lowell, MA from 4 to 7 P.M. E-condolences/directions at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Funeral Director James F. O'Donnell, Jr. (978) 458-8768.

Deborah L. Talty
Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend;

Deborah L. “Debbie” (Ruggles) Talty, 76, of Jay, Vermont, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at her daughter’s home in Bedford, NH.

She was the loving wife for over 58 years of Gerald F. Talty, who survives her.

Born in Danbury, CT, the daughter of the late Elizabeth (Ballard) Ash and the late Clifford Ash, Deb attended Concord schools and was a graduate of Concord High School in the class of 1966.

For several years, Debbie worked as the Vice President of Customer Service for New Hampshire Higher Education Assistance Foundation, now known as Granite Edvance, a nonprofit educational consulting service helping families navigate their education and career pathways.

Active in her community, she was a member of the Jay Community Recreational Center as well as the Jay Focus Group, a nonprofit charitable organization serving the needs of Orleans County, VT.

In addition, Debbie enjoyed spending time with her friends and family, playing golf, gardening, playing the piano, and sewing.

Besides her husband Gerald, Debbie is survived by a daughter, Kathleen M. Martino and her husband Rohn of Bedford, NH; a son, Gerald B. Talty, II and his wife Melissa of Hudson, NH; six grandchildren, Kaylee Caruso, Michael Miller, Ian Talty, Aaron Talty, Julianna Martino, and Brady Martino; a sister, Cheryl Corson of Bow, NH; a brother, Scot Ash of Denver, PA; and many nieces and nephews.

Debbie was the mother of the late Kristine E. Miller, who passed away in December of 2015, and the sister of the late Clifford Ash, Terry Ash, Roy Ruggles, and Kenneth Ruggles.

Friends may call at the O'DONNELL FUNERAL HOME 276 PAWTUCKET ST in Lowell on Monday, November 18th for a Memorial Visitation from 4:00 to 7:00 P.M. Relatives and friends are invited to her Funeral Mass on Tuesday, November 19th, 2024, at St. John the Evangelist Church in Hudson, NH, at 11:00 A.M. (Please Meet at Church) E-condolences/directions at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. Those wishing may make contributions in her memory Jay Community Recreational Centre, 1036 VT Route 242, Jay, VT 05859 or www.jaycommunityrecreationalcentre.org. Arrangements by Funeral Director James F. O'Donnell Jr. (978)458-8768.

James L. Hannigan
Beloved father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle, and companion.

James L. Hannigan, of Dracut, Massachusetts, passed away Monday, October 28, 2024, at Lowell General Hospital after a brief illness.

Born in Leominster, MA, the son of the late Carl A. Hannigan and the late Ruth G. (MacMillan) Hannigan, he attended Lowell schools and was a graduate of Lowell High School in the class of 1955.

Prior to his retirement, James worked as the Head of Maintenance for A.H. Notini and Sons Tobacco of Lowell. In addition, he worked for C.A. Hannigan and Sons Heating, a family company, also in Lowell. James was also self-employed for his own heating company for many years.

A master craftsman, James built 2 of the homes he lived in. James enjoyed nearly a lifetime on Long Pond in Dracut, swimming, boating, and snowmobiling. He also spent many years traveling in an RV and attending NASCAR events.

James is survived by a son, Brian J. Hannigan and his wife Allison of Dracut, MA; a daughter, Karen R. Hannigan Machado and her husband George of Dracut, MA; six grandchildren, Matthew B. Hannigan and his wife Julie, Jeffrey F. Hannigan and his wife Amanda, Kaleigh J. Hannigan, Timothy M. Torigian, Jillian M. Torigian, and Brighid M. White; 3 great grandchildren, Lily, Ava, and Caleb Hannigan; his partner for many years, Robyn Gagnon of Lowell; and many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, and grandnephews, and his former wife, Therese A. “Terry” (Grady) Hannigan.

He was the father of the late Karlene P. Hannigan and the brother of the late Evelyn Kane, Catherine “Kay” Bergeron, Carl “Bubby” Hannigan, Jr., Richard Hannigan, Robert Hannigan, and Roger Hannigan.

Friends may call for his memorial visitation on Thursday November 7, 2024, at the O'DONNELL FUNERAL HOME 276 PAWTUCKET ST. in LOWELL from 4 to 7 P.M. His Memorial Graveside service will be held on Friday morning November 8, 2024, at St. Mary Cemetery in Tewksbury, MA at 11:30 A.M. (Please Meet at Cemetery). Contributions in his memory may be made to the MSPCA, Nevins Farm, 400 Broadway, Methuen, MA 01844. E-condolences/directions at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com.  Arrangements by Funeral Director James F. O'Donnell, Jr. (978) 458-8768.

Janice A. Kouloheras

Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister-in-law, and aunt

Janice A (Lefebvre) Kouloheras, 87, widow of the late James G. Kouloheras, died Friday afternoon at High Pointe Hospice House in Haverhill, Massachusetts.

Born in Lowell, she was a daughter of the late Maurice and Blanche (Cantin) Lefebvre. Janice received her elementary education at Saint Peter’s School and was a graduate of Keith Hall in the class of 1955.

For over forty years, Janice was the Office Manager at Beauty Box International in Dracut, formerly in Lowell, from where she retired.

Janice spent her summers at Camp Ellis Beach in Saco, Maine, where she loved spending time with many close friends and family. She was the rock the family relied on.

She is survived by a son, Michael J. Kouloheras and his wife Melinda of Amesbury, MA; a grandson, Jonah Santiago of Amesbury, MA; her siblings-in-law, William G. Kouloheras and his wife Dianna of Hampton Falls, NH, Harry D. Kouloheras and his wife Joy of Tyngsboro, MA,  Daphne T. Zaralides of Lowell, MA, and Elizabeth A. Kouloheras and her partner Arlene Hinckley of Centerville, MA; and many nieces and nephews.

Janice was also the mother of the late George D. Kouloheras, the sister of the late Roger Lefebvre, and the sister-in-law of the late John Zaralides.

Relative and friends may call at the O'DONNELL FUNERAL HOME 276 PAWTUCKET ST in Lowell on Thursday, October 24th from 4:00 to 8:00 P.M. Funeral Mass on Friday, October 25th, 2024 at Ste. Marguerite D'Youville Parish, Dracut, MA, at 10:00 A.M. Burial to follow in St. Mary Cemetery, No. Tewksbury. Those wishing may make contributions in her memory to Mind What Matters at www.wearemindwhatmatters.org. E-condolences/directions at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com Arrangements by Funeral Director James F. O'Donnell Jr. (978)458-8768.