Atty. John L. Sullivan, Jr.

Loving husband, father and grandfather;

Atty. John L. Sullivan, Jr.  76, of Chelmsford, a well-known Greater Lowell attorney, passed away on Saturday September 17, 2022, at the High Pointe Hospice House in Havehill. He was the beloved husband of the late Anne C. (Grimshaw) Sullivan who predeceased him on February 22, 2012 after 42 years of marriage.

Born in Lowell, Massachusetts, July 13, 1946, he was the son of the late John L. and the late Virginia (Dunlavey) Sullivan. John L. was a graduate of St. Michael Grammar School, Keith Academy and Providence College. He received his Juris Doctorate from Suffolk University Law School in 1975.

John was commissioned as a Lieutenant in the United States Army Infantry and served a one year tour of duty in the Republic of Vietnam. Highly decorated for his service, Lt. Sullivan was the recipient of the Bronze Star.

He was a partner with the law firm of Qua, Hall, Harvey and Walsh of Lowell and Chelmsford for many years in the general practice of law. Atty. Sullivan then operated his own private practice in Lowell from 1995 to 2005 and was later admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States.

He also served as General and Labor Counsel for the Dracut Public Schools for over 25 years and was elected President of the Council of School Attorneys for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. He was a member of both the Massachusetts and Greater Lowell Bar Associations.

In 2005, John was appointed as an Assistant Clerk Magistrate for the Trial Court of the Commonwealth assigned to the Malden District Court.

He truly enjoyed this final chapter of his law career and felt it was an opportunity to share his legal experiences in a meaningful and helpful way with those not familiar with the legal system.

Among his many interests, he was a longtime member of the Long Meadow Golf Club where his main objective was to keep his golf ball “in play.” But first and foremost, he enjoyed spending time with his family.

John is survived by his beloved sons John L. Sullivan III, Esq. and his wife Jennifer of Natick, MA and Christopher J. Sullivan and his wife Kellie of North Chelmsford, MA; two granddaughters Cheshire and Braeden Sullivan; two grandsons C.J. Sullivan and Jack Ryan Sullivan; and many friends met along the way.

SULLIVAN – Friends may call at the O’DONNELL FUNERAL HOME 276 PAWTUCKET ST. in Lowell on Thursday September 22, 2022, from 4 to 7 P.M. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Funeral Mass to be celebrated on Friday morning at ST. MICHAEL CHURCH in Lowell at 11 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 his memory to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St, Framingham, MA 01701. Arrangements by Funeral Director James F. O’Donnell, Jr. (978) 458-8768.

James D. Silk

Beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, friend and valued colleague;

James D. Silk of Lowell, MA, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday August 27, 2022.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Susan Brust Silk.

Born in Lowell, Massachusetts in 1951, he was the son of the late James F. and the late Ann (Nester) Silk.

Jim graduated from Keith Academy in 1969, was educated at MIT, University of Lowell, and earned a PhD from University of Maryland.

After completing a post-doctoral fellowship at University of Pennsylvania, he was employed at the Institute for Defense Analyses in Alexandria, VA.

In addition to his wife, Jim is survived by his children, Katherine E. Silk and John J. Silk. He is also survived by siblings: John F. Silk (Ruth), Patricia M. Kelley, Susan M. Silk (Geoffrey McDonough), William J. Silk (Marian), Joseph D. Silk (Jean), and David J. Silk (Laurie), numerous beloved nieces, nephews, grandnieces, and grandnephews, including goddaughter Melissa Silk McDonald.

Private memorial services will be held for the family at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Western Avenue Community for the Arts at https://westernavenuestudios.com/product/in-memoriam/. E-condolences at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. Local arrangements by the O’DONNELL FUNERAL HOME – LOWELL – MA (978) 458-8768.

Margaret K. “Peggie” Dinneen

Loving wife of 50 years to Michael Dinneen, who survives her.

Margaret K. “Peggie” Dinneen, 78, of Lowell, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on Tuesday August 30, 2022, at Genesis Sutton Hill Center, in North Andover, MA after a long battle with Alzheimer disease.

Born in Lowell, Massachusetts, on October 9, 1943, the daughter of the late Daniel P. and the late Evelyn N. (Nichols) Kane.  She graduated from St. Margaret’s Grammar School, Keith Hall and went on to receive her BA in Education and her Master’s degree in Education from Lowell State College now known as UMass Lowell.

Peggie was a devoted and loving teacher to more than 1000 students over her 38-year career at the South Row School in the Chelmsford.

In addition to teaching Peggie enjoyed spending time with family and friends at their vacation home in Jackson, NH, doing crossword puzzles by the fire and collectibles, Teddy Bears being her favorite.

She is survived by many loving nieces, nephews, in-laws, and friends. She is also survived by her dear friend Donna Baushke.

Peggie was predeceased by her siblings Daniel P. Kane, Jr., Mary E. Murphy, Joseph R. Kane, and Martha Kane Thorburn.

The family would like to express their thanks and gratitude to the staff and membership of Longmeadow Golf Club for the kindness they showed Peggie throughout her illness.

Family and friends are invited to attend her Memorial Funeral Mass to be celebrated on Thursday, September 8, 2022, at the IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CHURCH 144 East Merrimack St. in Lowell at 11 o’clock.  Burial will be Private for the family. E-condolences/directions at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. Those wishing may make a contribution in her memory to the Immaculate Conception Church Building Fund, 3 Fayette St., Lowell, MA 01852 or the Longmeadow Scholarship Fund, 165 Havilah St., Lowell, MA 01852. Arrangements by O’DONNELL FUNERAL HOME – LOWELL – MA (978) 458-8768.

Francis Duggan

loved husband, father, grandfather, brother, cousin, uncle and friend

Francis J. Duggan III (Frank or "F.J."), 67 passed away peacefully at his home in Florida on December 31st, 2021 after courageously battling cancer, surrounded by his loving family and close friends.

Proud of his upbringing, Frank was a native of Lowell, Massachusetts born October 11, 1954, the son of the late Frank and Mary Harriet Duggan and member of the Immaculate Conception Church in Lowell, Massachusetts.

Frank was an avid golfer.  During his years in Lowell, as a longtime member of Vesper Country Club in Tyngsborough, Massachusetts, Frank would often be golfing with friends and family.  Never at a loss for words, Frank's personality, quick wit and supportive outlook was admired by all.

Frank moved to Naples eleven years ago and immediately became an anchor in the community. Following a successful career of 40 years in medical equipment sales, Frank continued his success as a Real Estate agent for Premier Sotheby's International Realty.  Frank was a member of the Naples Area Board of Realtors and National Association of Realtors. As a 1976 graduate of the University of Massachusetts, Frank was active in its alumni association as the Assistant Alumni Director of Southwest Florida Massachusetts Alumni and was very active in creating a memorable St. Patrick's Day Parade and Red Sox Jet Blue Experience.

For over 10 years, Frank was a Naples Community Hospital volunteer and a former auxiliary board member, two-time Ambassador of the Year for the Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce, a volunteer at Saint Ann Catholic Church and the Annual Naples Wine Festival, and a former board member of the Flamingo Estates Civic Association.

Commended for his unparalleled dignity, character and loyalty Frank was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother and friend.

He is survived by his loving wife Diane Ditto of Bonita Springs, Florida, his children Francis J. Duggan IV, Marykathryn Duggan, Stepdaughter Amy Hicks of Naples, Florida and Stepson Joey Rubin and his wife Ashton Rubin of Los Angeles, California; one sister, Maryann Longval and her husband Scott Longval of Englewood, Florida; one brother, James Duggan and his wife Lanette Duggan of Dennisport, Massachusetts; three grandchildren, Christian Duggan, Aubrey Hicks and Nola Rubin; five nieces and nephews; Brooke Longval, Teresa Duggan and her fiance J.K. Mundy, Robert Duggan and his wife Ellie Duggan, Matthew Duggan and his wife Stephanie Duggan and Abigail Duggan; and two brothers and one sister-in-law who are predeceased, Robert Duggan and his wife Teresa Duggan of North Andover, Massachusetts and John Duggan of Lowell, Massachusetts.

Frank's life was rich with friends and family who adored him and he will be dearly missed.

Please Join Us for a Celebration of Life

In Memory of

Francis J. “F.J.” Duggan III

September 29, 2022

@ 5:00PM

Long Meadow Country Club

165 Havilah Street

Lowell MA

We will be sharing old stories and favorite memories to remember such a wonderful person and friend who is greatly missed.

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Donations may be made in memory of FJ to the Immaculate Conception Church in Lowell to benefit the building restoration fund: https://osvhub.com/iclowell/giving/funds

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