Barbara J. Demis

Barbara J. Demis, 89, of Venice, Florida but formally of Milford, NH died Friday October 15, 2021.

She was born on September 9, 1932, in Milford, NH to the late Edward and late Ruth (Putman) Watson. She graduated from High School in Milford and before retiring, she was a Nursing Home Administrator.

She resided in Venice, FL and was a member of Holy Spirit Orthodox Church in Venice.

There will be no local services. Her burial was held at the Fairview Cemetery, Chelmsford, MA. E-condolences at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by the O'DONNELL FUNERAL HOME - LOWELL - MA - (978) 458-8768.

Harry L. Stamas
Faithful church steward and family man;

Harry L. Stamas of Tyngsborough passed away on Thursday, October 21, 2021, just a few days short of his 84th birthday.

Harry leaves behind the love of his life, Christine (Chiklis) Stamas, with whom he was happily married for 61 years.

Living most of his life in Lowell, he graduated from Lowell Public Schools and Burdett College in Boston with a degree in Business.

He honorably served in the National Guard for 9 years beginning at the age of 15 and was proud to say that the country was never attacked during the years that he served.

A loan officer in the credit union at Polaroid and Wang for many years, who eventually reached the level of vice president, he will forever be known as a man who was truly loved by everyone who knew him.

Harry lived his life in selfless service to his family at home and to his church, the Transfiguration of our Savior, in Lowell. Serving on the Parish Council for 40 years, and as its president from 1989 – 1992, singing in the choir and working the Grecian Festivals for over 30 years, he epitomized what it means to be a good, Christian husband, father, grandfather, and friend. His signature humor, kindness, and love will be missed by many.

Besides being with his family and working for the church, Harry enjoyed working around the house, landscaping, gardening, and painting. He also enjoyed playing various sports, watching all New England teams, reading, and listening to music. Harry was most happy when he was helping others.

In addition to his wife Christine, he is survived by his sons, Louis, Fr. Christopher and his wife, Penny, and his daughter, Sandra, and her husband, Marc Gulezian. Harry found tremendous joy in being a grandfather and he will be missed deeply by them.  Stephanie, Olivia, and Zachary Gulezian, as well as Christiana and Elaina Stamas truly adored their Pappou and cared for him throughout his illness. He leaves behind his brother, Jim, and his wife Ann, as well as many cousins, nieces, and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents, Louis P. and Esther (Kostoulakos), and his siblings, George and Peter Stamas, and Stella Couris.

Friends may call at the O’DONNELL FUNERAL HOME 276 PAWTUCKET ST. in LOWELL on Tuesday, October 26, (his birthday) from 4 to 7 pm.  Relatives and friends are invited to his Funeral Service on Wednesday October 27, 2021 at the Transfiguration of Our Savior Church, Fr. John Sarantos Way, in Lowell at 11 A.M.

E-condolences/directions at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, Harry would want donations to be made in his memory to the Transfiguration Church Kitchen and Hall Fund. Arrangements by Funeral Director James F. O’Donnell, Jr.- (978) - 458-8768.

Andrew W. Barrett Jr.
3/16/59-10/20/21
Beloved son, brother, uncle and friend;

Andrew W. "Andy/Billy" Barrett, Jr., 63, a lifelong resident of Lowell, passed away at his home on Wednesday October 20, 2021.

Born in Lowell, Massachusetts, March 16, 1959, the son of Cecilia (Murphy) Barrett and the late Andrew W. Barrett, Sr., he attended Lowell schools and was a graduate of Lowell High School Class of 1976.

He went on to graduate from University of Lowell  with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Management Information Systems. He was also an active member of the Omicron Pi Fraternity.

Andy spent his career at the Post Office and worked in a variety of roles and locations throughout Lowell, Woburn, and Chelmsford. He was well known and well loved by the customers on his postal routes, even up until his death. Andy was known to share his latest tomato crop with several houses on his route and took care to get to know the ins and outs of each neighborhood.

Off of the postal route trail, Andy was a fantastic cook, a skilled handyman and a jack of all trades, self taught and proficient in construction, plumbing, painting, photography and gardening.  He had a solid group of friends from adolescence to middle age that  regularly helped each other out on their individual home projects. These friends would habitually gather at Andy’s on Friday nights and for sports events. He purchased the family Victorian, customizing it piece by piece with his friends who were "paid by the case." The year they replaced the roofing tile will remain a local legend, in the days before safety harnesses and sobriety while shingling.

His favorite love for many years was his Harley and he traveled extensively to motorcycle rallies in Florida, South Dakota, New Hampshire etc. This passion nearly ended his life after an accident in 2009. Even so, he possessed a wry sense of humor and a keen intellect, he was well versed in current events and was a great storyteller. It was wonderful to hear his observations and reminiscences about early family life and relationships and personalities in Lowell. He had a sweet, insightful, humorous take on his memories. A life-long bachelor, Andy had significant loving partnerships, each one changing his life for the better. Of the many lives Andy changed, several called him “Uncle Andy” or “Dad’s friend Andy”. For the younger children, Andy would pick out Hess trucks, for the teens it was the red, green, and white envelopes filled with cash, and after that it was sage advice.

Andy's virtues and vices were never in doubt.  He was the type of person everyone needs at least once in life. Andrew was always the first to give you the shirt off his back, fix your leaking pipes, open the doors to his kitchen, and then grill you a steak. A host with the most and a backyard to entertain, Andy held festive family holiday celebrations, all three of his sisters’ bridal showers, his niece’s pre-wedding festivities, and countless birthdays. He wanted to be and always was the "Taker-Carer Man." In later years, he proved that as a dedicated caregiver to his mother, Cecilia, driving to appointments, daily morning check-ins, and repairing things that needed repair.

Besides his mother Cecilia, he is survived by his sisters Anne Barrett (Phill Robertson), Mary Barrett( the late Garn Turner),and Margaret Hall (Thomas Hall). One surviving brother Marty Barrett, nine nieces and nephews and a lifelong friend who was like a brother, Mark

Horne.

He was predeceased by his brother John Barrett and brother-in-law, Garnest Turner.

Friends may call at the O'DONNELL FUNERAL HOME 276 PAWTUCKET ST. in LOWELL

on Monday, October 25, 2021 from 4 to 7 P.M.Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Funeral Mass to be celebrated Tuesday October 26, 2021 at ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST CHURCH in North Chelmsford at 9:00 AM. (Please meet at church). Andy's Committal Services will be held at a later date. E-condolences/directions at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. Those wishing may make contributions in his memory to Shatterproof. Arrangements by Funeral Director James F. O'Donnell, Jr. @978-458-8768.

Corinne M. Murphy

Beloved mother and grandmother;

Corinne M. (Murphy) Murphy, 94, of Lowell, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on Tuesday September 28th, 2021, at Lowell General Hospital.

She was the loving wife of the late Robert A. Murphy, and a long-time resident of White Plains, NY.

Born in Syracuse, New York, May 15th, 1927, the daughter of the late Francis P. and the late Agnes (Greene) Murphy, she was educated in the Syracuse school system.

Corrine received her Bachelor’s Degree and Master’s Degree in Art History at Syracuse University.

Prior to her retirement, Corinne was a Director with the Arts Programing and Education for the Girl Scouts of the USA in New York City.

Along with her love of Girl Scouting, Corrine also enjoyed music, specifically opera, art with the focus of Folk art, and most importantly the love of being around her family.

She is survived by her daughter Kathleen Murphy her husband Peter Teto of Littleton, MA; two sons, Christopher Murphy and his wife Lily of Honolulu, Hawaii, and Brian Murphy and his wife Molly Wingate of Manitou Springs, Colorado; four grandchildren Kyle and Clare Teto and Gavin and Aidan Murphy; along with many nieces and nephews.

Corinne is predeceased by her two brothers Francis and Edward Murphy.

MURPHY- All services were held privately for the family. E-condolences at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. Those wishing to make contributions in her memory to the Girl Scouts of the USA. Arrangements by the O’DONNELL FUNERAL HOME-LOWELL-MA-(978) 458-8768.