Fred W. Haley

Beloved Father & Grandfather

Fred W. Haley, 80, a longtime resident of Lowell, died unexpectedly Friday September 30, 2022 at Lowell General Hospital.

Born in Lowell on May 19, 1942 he was a son of the late Allen R. Haley and Vivian (Stuart) (Haley) Cooney.  Fred received his education in the Lowell schools and was an Airforce Veteran.

Mr. Haley worked as a Plant Manager for Anton’s Cleaners. He later worked as a meter reader for the Water Department in the City of Lowell for many years.

Fred enjoyed hose racing and his many trips to the former Rockingham Park.

He is survived by a son, David R. Haley and is wife Michelle of Hudson NH, three grandchildren who he was most proud of, Dylan and Ryan Haley of Hudson, NH, and Elizabeth Gaffney of Dracut, MA; a sister, Betty Sarantakis of Lowell and two dedicated friends, Dave Riley and John Honan both of Lowell.

Relatives and Friends are invited to his graveside service to be held on Friday afternoon at 1:00 PM IN the Westlawn Cemetery.  E-condolences at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Funeral Director James F. O’Donnell, Jr. 978-458-8768.

Shirley A Meehan
Beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother

Shirley A. (Crowell )Meehan, 91, wife of the late John F. Meehan Sr. who died in 2001, died Friday September 30 at D’Youville Health and Wellness Center.

Born in Lowell on March 16, 1931, she was a daughter of the late Royal and Doris (Gaudett) Crowell.  She attended Lowell schools, graduating from Lowell High School in 1949 and was a member of Saint Rita’s Church.

In earlier years, Mrs. Meehan worked for Sears and Roebuck in Lowell.  For many years following she worked as a Clerk for the Middlesex County Registry of Deeds retiring in 1992. Her favorite job was in the Newborn Nursery at Saint Joseph’s Hospital in Lowell.

Shirley enjoyed reading, history, puzzles, travels with her late husband, dear friends and her brother Don and Flo to see family and spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.

She is survived by seven Daughters, Mary J. Lammi and her husband Kenneth of Hingham, Diane M. Ray and her husband Edward of Prattville, AL., Patricia A. Hunt and her husband Richard of Bellingham, Barbara A. Meehan of Tyngsboro, Ann M. Bertos and her husband George of Lowell, Catherine R. Meehan and her husband Mark McGoniagle of Midlothian, VA., Shauna Meehan of Lowell; 3 Sons, Michael R. Meehan and his partner Elizabeth Poloian of Tewksbury, Timothy J. Meehan and his wife Deborah (Shanley) of Andover, Thomas E. Meehan and his wife Kathryn (Kilmartin) of Dracut; a Daughter in law, Carole (Shugrue) Meehan of Dracut; 28 Grandchildren; 31 Great Grandchildren; a Brother, Donald A. Crowell and his wife Florence of Hudson, NH and many nieces and nephews.

Shirley was the Mother of the late John F. Meehan Jr. who died in 2019 and Sister of the late Royal Crowell, Edward Crowell, Ardelle Caterino and Marilyn Bedard. Thank you to Terry, Michelle, Mary and Appleton Lane Staff of D'Youville along with Merrimack Valley Hospice.

Friends may call at the O’DONNELL FUNERAL HOME 276 PAWTUCKET ST. LOWELL on Thursday October 6, 2022, from 4 to 7 P.M. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Funeral Mass to be celebrated on Friday morning at ST. RITA’S CHURCH in Lowell at 10  o’clock.  Burial to follow in St. Patrick Cemetery in Lowell.  E-condolences/directions at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. Those wishing to do so may make contributions in her memory to the Salvation Army, 150 Appleton St. Lowell, MA. 01852.  Arrangements by Funeral Director James F. O’Donnell, Jr. 978-458-8768.

Tanairy Rodriguez-Cruz
Beloved Daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece, and cousin;

Tanairy Rodriguez-Cruz, 20, of Lowell, Massachusetts, passed away unexpectedly on September 26, 2022 in Quincy, MA.

Born in Lowell, MA, the daughter of Josue and Dayanara (Cruz) Rodriguez, who survive her. She attended the Lowell School system and worked as a Receptionist at Life Care Center of Merrimack Valley in Billerica, MA. She was a member of the Whole Armour International Church of Lowell.

Besides her parents she is survived by a brother: Josue Rodriguez Jr. of Lowell, MA; a sister Mileysha Rodriguez of Lowell, MA; Maternal grandparents Elsa Ortiz and Luis Torres of Lowell, MA; Paternal grandparents Consuelo Santos of Lowell, MA and Samuel Rodriguez of Puerto Rico; She is also survived by several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

All Services were held privately for the family. E-condolences at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by the O'DONNELL FUNERAL HOME, LOWELL, MA, (978) 458-8768.

Constance A. (Coury) Abodeely

Beloved Mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and aunt;

Constance A. (Coury) Abodeely, 88, of Windham, New Hampshire, but formerly of Andover, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 17, 2022 at Grace House in Windham, NH.

She was the loving wife of the late George Abodeely who passed away in 2015.

Born in Lowell, Massachusetts, on October 7, 1933, the daughter of the late Camille and the late Ann (Wihby) Coury, she attended St. Patrick Grammar School and graduated from St. Patrick Girl’s High School.

Constance was a longtime member of St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church, and served on many committees as well as volunteering on many fundraising functions.

Connie had many interests; she was an avid reader and card player, as well as a talented cook.  Her specialties included Middle Eastern foods, and her pies and desserts. Family was always number one for Constance and she loved to watch movies, go shopping, and go out for lunch with her daughters and granddaughters. She also had a special bond and love for dogs.

She is survived by two daughters Cynthia G. Desmond and her husband John of Andover, MA, and Sandra “Sam” L. Cormier and her husband Scott of Windham, NH; two sons Michael G. Abodeely and his wife Lori of Windham, NH, and Stephen R. Abodeely and his wife Robin of Nashua, NH; six grandchildren John Desmond and his wife Julie, Jeff Desmond and his wife Renee, Melinda Abodeely, Stephen Abodeely, Chelsea Cormier, and Brooke (Cormier) Gromyko and her husband Cameron; six great-grandchildren Jack, Alex, Owen, Conor, and Evelyn Desmond and Logan Gromyko; and several nieces and nephews.

Friends may call at the O’DONNELL FUNERAL HOME 276 PAWTUCKET ST. in LOWELL on Sunday September 25, 2022 from 4 to 7 P.M. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Funeral Service to be celebrated on Monday September 26, 2022, at St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church in Lowell at 11:00 o'clock. Burial to follow at Westlawn Cemetery in Lowell. E-condolences/directions at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions in Connie’s memory be made to Salem Animal Rescue League (www.sarlnh.org) or St. George Antiochian Church at (www.saintgeorgelowell.org).

Arrangements by Funeral Director James F. O’Donnell, Jr. (978)-458-8768.