Katherine M. (Hayes) Hughes
Beloved mother, and grandmother;

Katherine M. (Hayes) Hughes, 79, of Coral Gables, Florida, formerly of Chelmsford, MA  passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family  after a brief illness on Friday December 1, 2023, at Doctors Hospital in Coral Gables, FL.

She was the loving wife of the late Joseph F. Hughes.

Born in Lowell, Massachusetts, November 14, 1944, the daughter of the late Paul and the late Evelyn (Kearney) Hayes, of N. Billerica, MA she was a graduate of Billerica High School and received her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees  in education from the University of Lowell.

Prior to her retirement, Katherine worked as an elementary teacher in the Burlington school system for 37 years.

Among her many interests, she enjoyed gourmet cooking and entertaining, visiting the ocean, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

Katherine is survived by a daughter: Attorney Kerry Lewis and her husband Atty. Sam Lewis of Coral Gables, FL; she is also survived by her twin grandchildren Kathleen Sydney and Colin Joseph Lewis of Coral Gables, FL as well as her brother and sister in-law Paul and Mary Hayes of N. Billerica, MA, brother in-law Ned Reidy (late Marilyn) of Dracut, MA, nieces Patricia Cote (Mark) of Tyngsboro, MA, MaryBeth Eichorn (Dan) of Hebron, ME, Susan Gosselin (Brad) of Methuen, MA, Julie Hayes of Nashua, NH, Karen McNary (Sean) of N. Billerica, MA, Elizabeth Torpey (Ryan) of Dracut, MA, Susan Stadtman of Tewksbury, MA  and nephew Paul Hayes of Chelmsford, MA as well as many beloved grand nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to call at the O’DONNELL FUNERAL HOME 276. PAWTUCKET ST. in LOWELL, MA on Sunday December 10, 2023, from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Her Funeral Mass will follow on Monday December 11, 2023, at ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH in CHELMSFORD, MA at 11:00 a.m. Burial to follow at St. Patrick Cemetery. E-condolences/directions are available at https://www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. Those wishing may make contributions in her memory to The Oblate Residence 486 Chandler St. Tewksbury, MA 01876. Arrangements by Funeral Director James F. O’Donnell, Jr. (978)458-8768.

Charles Joseph Brady

Beloved brother, uncle, great-uncle, and nephew;

Charles Joseph Brady, 53, of Lowell, Massachusetts, passed away on Monday November 27, 2023, at Lowell General Hospital in Lowell, MA.

Born in Lowell, MA, December 17, 1969, the son of the late Gerald and the late Patricia (Wojtowicz) Brady, he attended Dracut Schools and was a graduate of Greater Lowell Technical High School.

Prior to his retirement, Charles worked as a Service Attendant at Jay’s Service Center in Dracut, MA.

Amongst his many interests, he enjoyed walking around the city and bumping into friends, going to the gym, and loved going to different flea markets.

Charles is survived by a sister: Kimberly A. Roy of Fort Myers, Florida; a brother Joseph J. Valentino (Brady) of Fort Myers, FL; two nieces Krystle Garneau of Wilmington, MA, Ashley McInnis and her husband Joseph of Plymouth, MA; three great-nephews Noah McInnis of Plymouth, Christian Enright of Dracut, MA, and Matthew Roy of Townsend, MA; he is also survived by a uncle Sgt. Francis “Woody” Wojtowicz of Dracut, MA.

He was the brother of the late Gerald W. Brady.

All Services will be held privately for the family. E-condolences at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. Those wishing may make contributions in his memory to the American Cancer Society, 260 Cochituate Rd., Suite 200, Framingham, MA 01701. Arrangements by the O’DONNELL FUNERAL HOME – LOWELL – MA (978) 458-8768.

Robert M. Croteau

Beloved brother, step-father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and uncle;

Robert M. Croteau, 68, of Haverhill, Massachusetts, passed away on Sunday November 19, 2023, at Holy Family Hospital in Methuen, MA.

Born in Berlin, New Hampshire, December 16, 1954, the son of the late Armand and the late Rita (Pelchat) Croteau, he received his education at the Lowell Trade School.

Previously Robert was a carpenter.

Amongst his many interests, Robert enjoyed watching NASCAR Pro Racing.

He is survived by five brothers: Gerald Croteau and his wife Donna of Billerica, MA, Armand Croteau and his wife Bonnie of Weeki Wachee, Florida, John Croteau and his wife Suzanne of Lowell, MA,  Paul Croteau and his wife (Coral) of Leominster, MA, Roger Croteau of Lowell, MA; seven sisters Judy Sarkisian and her husband Paul of Chelmsford, MA, Theresa Fournier of Tampa, FL, Charlene Bellomy of Berlin, NH, Annette Abruzzese and her husband Lou of Lowell, MA, Susan Croteau and her fiancé Paul Bennett of Billerica, MA, Joanne Raymond of Lowell, MA, and Tina Bomil of Lowell, MA; a step-daughter Jennyfer Chartier; he is also survived by four grandchildren, one great-grandchild, several nieces, nephews, and extended family.

Friends may call for a Memorial Visitation at the O’DONNELL FUNERAL HOME, 276 PAWTUCKET STREET, LOWELL on Monday December 4, 2023, from 9:30 to 11:30 A.M. followed by his Memorial Funeral Mass at ST. PATRICK CHURCH in LOWELL at 12:00 Noon. Burial to follow at St. Patrick Cemetery. E-condolences/directions are available at http://www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. Those wishing may make contributions in his memory to American Diabetes Association, 260 Cochituate Rd., Suite 200, Framingham, MA 01701. Arrangements by Funeral Director James F. O’Donnell Jr. (978)-458-8768.

Charlene (Elgin) White

Beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother

Charlene (Elgin) White left this earth to be with her Heavenly Father Saturday November 11, 2023, at The High Pointe House in Haverhill MA.

Charlene was born December 31, 1926, in Xenia, Ohio.  She was the third daughter of the late Charles Porter Elgin and Mary (Poore) Elgin of Ohio.  Charlene enjoyed a wonderful childhood with her two sisters, the late Kathleen Elgin, and the late Susie (Elgin) Cosman.

She attended The Ohio State University and was a member of the Pi Beta Phi Sorority graduating in 1949 with a degree as a Dental Hygienist.  Charlene was loved by her many patients, and she worked with great pride and skill until her retirement at the age of 80 years.

She was the loving wife of the late Joseph A. White Jr, and they lived a full and happy life in Stamford, Connecticut.  She and Joe enjoyed many evenings entertaining friends, dinners and socializing at Woodway Country Club and serving their local Episcopal Church for many happy years.

Later in life, Charlene became a member of the St. John’s Episcopal Parish in South Salem, NY, where she lived out her strong faith serving the Parish and its wonderful congregation.  She was happiest working in the hospitality ministry and the Church Kitchen addition was named after Charlene for her tireless work and dedication to the congregation.

Charlene had three wonderful sons who were the joy of her life.  All are married and provided Charlene with seven grandchildren and, at last count, seven great grandchildren!

Joseph “Jody” and Pamela White of West Palm Beach, Florida, Andrew “Andy” and Zoe White of Baltimore Maryland, and Charles “Chip” and Paulette White of Sandy, Utah

Charlene was affectionally called “Geems” by her adoring family and spent many hours enjoying their company at Holiday gatherings, Beach parties at Cedar Lane, dinners at Vesper Country Club, and numerous other family gatherings.  Always quick to make the children smile with funny faces and tickling fingers.

Charlene’s last years were spent living at The Saab Residence on the D’Youville Heath Campus in Lowell.  She was supported and cared for by an amazing team of loving individuals who made her last few years so very enjoyable.  She loved them all.

She always had a special gift for visiting great grandchildren, a fun word of encouragement and love, and, always, a dog treat for the visits she received from many four-legged friends.

A private Memorial Service was held for the family. E-condolences at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, donations are welcome and appreciated to support the ongoing ministry at St John’s Episcopal Parish, 82 Spring Street, South Salem, NY, 10590. Arrangements by O’Donnell Funeral Home 978-458-8768.