Robert McLellan M.D.
Beloved husband, father, brother, in-law, and uncle;
Dr. Robert McLellan, 69, passed away peacefully on Oct. 10 at his home in Fernandina Beach, Fl.
Affectionately known as “Bob,” he was born in Miami, Fl., on July 29, 1954. Born into a Navy family to the late David J. McLellan and Gertrude K. McLellan (née Hayes), and siblings David and Donna, Bob lived in several states during his early life, before attending Boston College for his undergraduate degree. He then earned his medical degree from University of Maryland School of Medicine in Baltimore, Md., in 1980.
Bob led a successful career as a gynecologic oncologist, helping many in his 20 years at Lahey Clinic in Burlington, Mass., as well as at Arizona Oncology in Tucson, Ariz., and Portsmouth Regional Hospital in Portsmouth, N.H. Bob was also a patriot who, in his 40s, followed in the footsteps of his parents in joining the U.S. Navy as a commissioned officer in the Navy reserves. He was called to active duty and served his country admirably aboard the USS Enterprise (CVN-65), where he deployed to the Indian Ocean and Persian Gulf during Operations Enduring and Iraqi Freedom, respectively. He attained the rank of commander.
Bob will be dearly missed. He was known for his robust sense of humor, and his interests in football, beekeeping, spending time with his loyal dog, Admiral Halsey, and cooking his homemade “Bob’s Dirty Chicken.” Bob was also known for hosting a radio program as “Dr. Bob” for Radio A1A in the Florida Keys.
He is survived by his wife, Krista McLellan, of Ipswich, Mass.; sons, David John McLellan, of Salem, Mass., and James Robert McLellan, of State College, Penn.; sister Donna Sherry and husband, Bill; sister-in-law Katie McLellan of Aspen, Col.; brother-in-law Karl Teel and his wife, Michelle, of Baltimore, Md.; brother-in-law Erik Teel and his partner, Angela Peavy, of Jacksonville, Fl.; and many nieces, nephews, and other extended family. He was predeceased by his brother, David McLellan.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Memorial Mass on Thursday October 26, 2023 at ST. RITA CHURCH in LOWELL, MA, at 10:00 A.M. Burial to follow at St. Mary Cemetery in Tewksbury, MA. E-condolences at odonnellfuneralhome.com. Those wishing may make contributions in his memory to the Wounded Warrior Project at support.woundedwarriorproject.org. Arrangements by the O'DONNELL FUNERAL HOME – LOWELL – MA – (978) 458-8768.
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Deborah C. Nicholson
Beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister;
Deborah C. "Debby" (Sullivan) (Bozek) Nicholson, 72, of Manchester, NH, but formerly of Lowell, MA, passed away peacefully on Saturday October 14, 2023 at the Catholic Medical Center in Manchester, NH.
Born in Lowell, Massachusetts, September 12, 1951, the daughter of the late Henry F. and the late Margaret A. (Snow) Sullivan, she attended Lowell schools and was a graduate of Lowell High School.
Debby went on to graduate from the University of Lowell with a Bachelor of Science in Science and Mathematics.
Prior to her retirement, Debby was a Supervisor with BAE Corporation in Nashua where she worked for over 15 years. Previously, she was a 2nd grade teacher with the Chelmsford School system for many years.
Debby is survived by two sons Christopher M. Bozek of North Stratford, NH, and Jonathan D. Bozek and his wife Jody of Nashua, NH; a daughter Carolyn Bozek of Nashua, NH; four grandchildren C.J. Bozek, Joshua Bozek, Raegan Bozek and Abigail Bozek; a great granddaughter; three sisters Margaret Ofria of Dracut, Aileen McCarthy of Florida and Barbara Cormier of Dracut; a brother Henry E. Sullivan of Chelmsford; and many nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the O'DONNELL FUNERAL HOME 276 PAWTUCKET ST. in LOWELL on Sunday October 22, 2023, for a Memorial Visitation from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Memorial Funeral Mass on Monday morning at ST. FRANCIS CHURCH in DRACUT at 10 o'clock. Committal Services will be held privately at a later date for the family. E-condolences/directions at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Funeral Director James F. O'Donnell, Jr. (978) 458-8768.
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Carleen A. (Smith) Abreu
Carleen A. (Smith) Abreu, 86, loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and sister, died peacefully of a brief illness with her loving family by her side.She was the daughter of Walter and Lillian (Higgins) Smith, the mother of five children, David W. Abreu of New Hampshire, Mary van Eldik and her husband Machiel of Fort Mill South Carolina. Caroline Abreu and her husband Stephen Duarte of West Newbury MA, Christopher T. Abreu of Dracut, and (The Favorite) James D. Abreu and his wife Sonia (Levesque) Abreu of of Tyngsboro MA. She is survived by a sister Maura L. Wilson of New Mexico. Preceded in death by her brothers John Smith and Robert Smith, sisters Delores Walsh and Donna Sweeney. She also leaves behind three grandchildren, grand-daughter Anneke (van Eldik) Laney and her husband Caleb and their two children Felix and Hayden of Fort Mill South Carolina. Grandsons, James A. Abreu, and Brian D. Abreu of Tyngsboro. She was also loved and admired by many nieces and nephews.
In accordance with her wishes, services will be held privately. E-condolences/directions are available at http://www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. Those wishing may make contributions in her memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Dept 142, Memphis, TN, 38101. Arrangements by the O’DONNELL FUNERAL HOME – LOWELL – MA (978) 458-8768.
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Beloved Husband, Uncle and Godfather
George A. Bettencourt 72, of Newton NH, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, October 8th, after a long illness with his wife of 49 years, Ellen (Doherty) by his side.
Born in Lowell, Massachusetts on November 16, 1950, George was the son of the late George J. and the late Elizabeth (Dyer) Bettencourt. George attended Lowell public schools and graduated from Lowell High School. He graduated from Essex Agricultural Institute and spent his career in the transportation industry.
Prior to his retirement he spent his career working for several companies including working with his father at his company, Chelmsford Fuel and Transportation, with his father-in-law at his company, Seton Leasing, and for Wells Fargo Corporation. George served in the U.S.Army National Guard, reaching the rank of Sargeant before his separation from service.
A great fan of New England sports, he will be remembered by friends and family for his love of the Red Sox, his knowledge of sports history, cars, and film history. He loved to travel, and George enjoyed many trips with Ellen throughout Europe and the Caribbean. George suffered a stroke in 2017 and faced rehabilitation and many challenges in his remaining years with his characteristic courage, humor and determination. Along the way he continued to make many friends and actively participated in many activities during his last years spent at All American Assisted Living in Kingston, N. H.
George is survived by his wife, Ellen, of Newton, N.H., his nieces Katie (LaBelle) Edwards and Alexandra Greenberg-Worisek, two nephews, Daniel J. Greenberg, and Troy Bettencourt, his sister-in-law, Jean Marie Doherty-Greenberg, his brother-in-law Robert P. LaBelle, a great nephew, Archer Edwards, and two great nieces, Josie and Samantha Worisek.
He was predeceased by his sister, Carole Thellen, and his sister-in-law Ann (Doherty) LaBelle.
Private Funeral Services were held for the family. E-condolences at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. Those who wish may make contributions in his memory to The Jimmy Fund at 10 Brookline Place West, 6th Floor, Brookline, MA, 02445-7226. Arrangements by the O’DONNELL FUNERAL HOME – LOWELL – MA (978) 458-8768.
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