Robert E. Plunkett
Beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother;

Robert E. Plunkett, 77, of Salem, NH and Kennebunkport, ME, passed away on Sunday March 16, 2025, at St. Joseph Hospital in Nashua, NH after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s Disease.

He was the loving and devoted husband of 57 years, to Catherine (Talty) Plunkett, who survives him and was forever by his side.

Born in Lowell, Massachusetts, the son of the late John T. Jr. and the late Dorothea (Loranger) Plunkett, he attended the Immaculate Conception Grammar school and was a graduate of Keith Academy in the Class of 1966. Bob went on to attend the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and decided to follow in the footsteps of his father-in-law and pursue a career in floor covering. Prior to his retirement, Bob was the successful owner and operator of Robert Plunkett and Company, a full-service floor covering company, for over 50 years where he developed several strong and enduring friendships with business partners and his customers. Never forgetting his roots, he also volunteered and enjoyed his time as a member of the Board of Directors for Lowell Day Nursery.

Bob was an avid reader with a love for non-fiction, particularly U.S history. For many years Bob enjoyed playing golf with his friends and father-in-law, Jerry Talty at Vesper Country Club and in the Northern Twi-League played throughout eastern Massachusetts. Later he traded his golf clubs for a power boat which he kept at Wentworth By the Sea Marina in New Castle, NH. He enjoyed being on the water with family and friends and especially the extended trips he and his wife Cathy took to Nantucket, Martha’s Vineyard, Cape Cod, Newport, Long Island, and a cruise by the Statue of Liberty.

Bob always placed a huge emphasis on family and fondly remembered his days at Cobbetts Pond with his parents, brothers and sisters, aunts and uncle and his many cousins where his days were filled with water skiing and time on the pond. Throughout the years, he continued to love spending time and keeping touch with his family and with Cathy’s family, the Taltys.

However, his greatest joy was when he was in Kennebunkport, ME with his family. He loved dining in town and his walks with Cathy to Walker’s Point, the many summer vacations with his son Steve, daughter Jen and their families and especially his time with his three granddaughters, watching them swim as boats were passing by on the Kennebunk River. His time in Kennebunkport also led to many great friendships he made with his neighbors.

Besides his wife, Bob is survived by a son Stephen J. Plunkett and his wife Susan B. of Bristol, RI; a daughter Jennifer A. Alban and her husband Robert T. Alban of Bedford, NH; three granddaughters Katherine H. Plunkett, Lily M. Alban and Annie D. Alban; two sisters Dorothea LaBranch and Patricia Guziejka both of Pelham, NH; three brothers John T. “Jack” Plunkett, III and his wife Eileen of Lowell, Richard A. Plunkett and his wife Susan of Windham, NH and James V. Plunkett and his wife Heather of Andover, MA; a sister-in-law Joan Plunkett of Tewksbury; and many nieces and nephews. He was also the brother of the late Michael D. Plunkett.

The Plunkett Family would like to provide their heartfelt appreciation and thanks to the staff of the Inn at Fairview in Hudson, NH and at St. Joseph Hospital in Nashua, NH.
Friends may call on Sunday March 23, 2025, at the O’DONNELL FUNERAL HOME 276 PAWTUCKET ST. in LOWELL from 2:00 to 5:00 P.M. His Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday March 24, 2025, at the IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CHURCH in LOWELL at 11:00 o’clock. His committal services will follow at St. Mary Cemetery in Tewksbury. E-condolences/directions at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. Those wishing may make contributions in his memory to the Immaculate Conception Building Fund, 3 Fayette St., Lowell, MA 01852 or the Michael J. Fox Foundation Parkinson’s Research, Grand Central P.O. Box 4777, NY, NY, 10163. Arrangements by Funeral Director James F. O’Donnell, Jr. (978) 458-8768.

Brenden J. Keegan

Brenden J. Keegan, 94, of Lowell, passed away on Friday March 14, 2025, in Lowell surrounded by his loving family. He was the devoted husband of the late Frances A. (Geary) Keegan who died in 2009.

Born in Lowell, Massachusetts, July 14, 1930, the son of the late Patrick J. and the late Susan A. (Ralls) Keegan, he attended the Morey School, then Holy Angels College for Oblates in Buffalo, NY, before returning to Lowell and graduating from Keith Academy.

Beloved father, grandfather and great grandfather who deeply loved his family. There wasn't a kids event he didn't attend throughout New England. Whether it was lacrosse, hockey, gymnastics, baseball, softball, track, basketball, volleyball, dance or diving — he was always there to cheer on his grandchildren.

A veteran of the Korean War, Brenden proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Air Force.

Prior to his retirement, Brenden was a technical writer with Raytheon Corporation for over 35 years. After his retirement, he was the equipment manager for the sports programs at UMass Lowell for several years.

Brenden was an accomplished artist. He enjoyed photography but his love was pen and ink. He has inked almost every lighthouse on the Northeast Coast. Brenden won best in show for one of his pieces at the Whistler House in Lowell, which offered him the opportunity to have an exhibit of all his artwork.

A devout Catholic and a communicant of the Immaculate Conception Church, he was one of the supporting families who raised money to build the Immaculate Conception School building in 1964. Additionally, he was a member the Holy Name Society, the St. Vincent DePaul Society, and the former Men’s Guild.

Brenden is survived by three daughters: Deborah A. Guinee and her husband Kevin of Gloucester; Brenda M. O Keefe and her husband Stephen of Lowell; and Kathleen K. Cote and her husband Dan of Lowell; 11 grandchildren: Brenden and his wife Annie Guinee; Timothy and his wife Kayleigh Guinee; Madeline Guinee and Patrick Guinee; Abigail O’Keefe, Lauren O’Keefe, and Julia O’Keefe; Kaileen and her husband Logan Halladay; Molly Cote, Patrick Cote, and Keegan Cote; 5 great grandchildren: Timothy Jr., Eloise, Aida, and Saoirse Guinee, and Jack Halladay; along with several nieces and nephews.

He was the brother of the late Patricia Bennett and Maureen O’Neil.

Friends may call on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at the O'DONNELL FUNERAL HOME 276 PAWTUCKET ST. in LOWELL, MA from 4 to 7 PM. A Funeral Mass will take place on Friday morning at the IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CHURCH in Lowell at 11:00 AM followed by his Committal Services at St. Mary Cemetery in Tewksbury. E-condolences/directions at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. Those wishing may make contributions in his memory to the Frances A. Keegan Girls Athletic Fund c/o Lowell Catholic 530 Stevens St, Lowell, MA 01851. Arrangements by Funeral Director James F. O'Donnell, Jr. (978) 458-8768.

Richard Mangiavas

Richard "Papou" Mangiavas, a kind and gentle man, passed away peacefully on Thursday March 13, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on February 17, 1951, in Lowell, MA, to the late George and the late Xanthe “Pat” Mangiavas.

Richard attended North Yarmouth Academy in Yarmouth, Maine, and later earned his bachelor’s degree in biology from Hillsdale College in Hillsdale, Michigan.

He dedicated his career to ensuring excellence in his field, serving as the Director of Quality and Compliance for Dupont, Bristol-Myers and Lantheus in Billerica, MA.

On July 4, 2010, Richard married the love of his life, Rae, on a beautiful summer day filled with love, family, and joy. Together, they built a warm and welcoming home, cherishing every moment spent together.

Richard was an active and energetic man, embracing life with enthusiasm. He found joy in working in his beautifully maintained yard, vacationing at the beach with his wife, grandchildren, and family, and staying active at the gym multiple times a week. He also loved golfing with his son-in-law Dan and chasing after his beloved grandchildren.

Richard is survived by his devoted wife, Rae, his stepdaughter Ashley and her husband Dan, and their four wonderful children, Raela, Isla, Annie, and JoJo, whom he adored.

He is also the loving brother of Pamela Mangiavas and the late Diedra Mangiavas Wolfe, who passed in 2024.

Richard’s presence brought warmth and love to everyone around him. His memory will forever be cherished by his family and friends.

Relatives and friends are invited to his Funeral Service to be held on Tuesday March 18, 2025, at the HELLENIC ORTHODOX CHURCH OF THE HOLY TRINITY 62 Lewis Street in LOWELL, MA at 10 o’clock. His Committal Services will follow at the Westlawn Cemetery in Lowell. At his wishes, there will be no calling hours. E-condolences/directions at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his honor to Parkinson Foundation 5757 Waterford District Drive Miami, FL or Home Health and Hospice Care 7 Executive Park Drive, Merrimack, NH 03054. Arrangements by the O’DONNELL FUNERAL HOME – LOWELL – MA – (978) 458-8768.

Judith N. Zanni
Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt;

Judith N. (LaBay) Zanni, 76, of North Chelmsford, Massachusetts, passed away on Tuesday March 11, 2025, at Care Dimensions Hospice House in Lincoln, Massachusetts.

She was the loving wife of Stephen O. Zanni, who predeceased her, in 1985

Born in Lowell, MA, December 24, 1948, the daughter of the late Ralph N. and the late Mary D. (Monahan) LaBay, Judy attended Lowell schools and graduated from Lowell High School in the class of 1966. She then attended a two-year program at the Chandler Secretarial School for Women.

Prior to her retirement in 2010, she was a benefits coordinator with the Human Resources Department at U/Mass Lowell

An avid reader and an accomplished quilter, Judy loved travel, summers in Ipswich, and most of all, spending time with her family.

Judith is survived by her daughter, Bridget N. Zanni of North Chelmsford, MA; her son, Stephen O. Zanni and his wife Joanna of Huntersville, NC; two grandsons, Stephen H. and Gian Marco R. Zanni, both of Huntersville, NC; two sisters, Michelle M. Gugliuzza and her husband Stanley Sliwowsky of Atkinson, NH; and Ruthann Marston and her husband William of Andover, MA; her son-in-law, Jason Dickinson of Stoneham, MA; and several nieces and nephews.

She was the mother of the late Karen Dickinson who predeceased her on January 26, 2024.

Friends may call on Monday, March 17, 2025, at the O'DONNELL FUNERAL HOME 276 PAWTUCKET ST. in LOWELL, MA 01854 from 9:30 to 11:00 AM. A Memorial Funeral Mass will take place at ST. MARGARET OF SCOTLAND CHURCH in Lowell at 12:00 NOON followed by her Committal Services at St. Patrick Cemetery. E-condolences/directions at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. Those wishing may make contributions in her memory to the Mass General Cancer Center at giving.massgeneral.org/donate/cancer-center. Arrangements by Funeral Director James F. O'Donnell, Jr. (978) 458-8768.