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.     

Sol E. O’Farrill Ocasio

Beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend,

Sol E. O’Farrill Ocasio, 72, of Lowell, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on Friday evening October 6, 2023, at her home.

Born in Carolina, Puerto Rico, on August 1, 1951, the daughter of the late Enrique O’Farrill and the late Hilda Ocasio, she received her education in Puerto Rico.

Prior to her retirement, Sol worked as a police officer in Puerto Rico and later as a housekeeper at the VA Medical Hospital in Bedford, MA. She was also the proud owner of SOWY’s Bakery in Lowell, Massachusetts for 16 years.

Sol was a person of many interests and enjoyed spending time with her loved ones, baking, and watching her favorite show, "La Comay." Besides being a hardworking lady, she possessed a caring spirit and was always ready to help others. Although strong-willed, she had a big heart and a great sense of humor. She was loyal, brave, and generous.

Sol will always be remembered for the immense love she shared with her family and friends. Anyone who knew her could attest to her love for each and every one of them. She made an impact on many lives. When her time came, she faced it with dignity and strength, surrounded by love. She will be deeply and forever missed.

She is survived by a daughter: Omayra L. Marcano of Dracut, MA; a son Walter Agosto Jr. and his wife Linda Nom of Lowell, MA; three grandchildren Kiara L. Gonzalez, Christian Chan, and Yarimar Gonzalez; two great-grandchildren Jael Corporan, and Isac Mieses; two sisters Maria Ocasio and her husband Freddy Rivera, Maria O’Farrill; many nieces and nephews also survive her.

She was the mother of the late Yajaira Gonzalez.

Friends may call at the O’DONNELL FUNERAL HOME, 276 PAWTUCKET STREET, LOWELL on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, from 4:00 to 7:00 P.M. Committal will be held privately for the family. E-condolences/directions at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Funeral Director James F. O’Donnell Jr. (978)-458-8768.

Geraldine L. Halpin

Beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother;

Geraldine L. "Gerry" (Healey) Halpin, 93, of Deerfield Beach, Florida, formerly of Goldens Bridge, New York, passed away on Saturday September 16, 2023 in Florida.

She was born March 8, 1930 in New Rochelle, New York, to the late James and the late Kathleen (McGuire) Healey.

Gerry is survived by her children, Kathleen McCarthy (John McCarthy) and Kevin Halpin (Melanie Goff). She also leaves behind two grandchildren, Sean McCarthy and Kathleen  Kelleher (McCarthy), and five great-grandchildren, Hannah and Alexa McCarthy, Finnegan, Brady, and Reagan Kelleher, and her nieces and nephews Thomas, Neal, Peggy and Patricia Fitzgerald, Joan Riley and Eileen Elliott.

Relatives and friends are respectively invited to attend her Memorial Mass which will be held on Friday, October 20, 2023 at St. Michael Church, 9 Lincoln St., Exeter, New Hampshire at 10 o'clock. Burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery in Portsmouth, NH. E-condolences at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com.  In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations may be made to Concern Worldwide. Arrangements are by the O’DONNELL FUNERAL HOME  - LOWELL - MA - (978) 458-8768.

Barbara A. (Zunka) Flaherty

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

Barbara A. (Zunka) Flaherty, 97, of Lowell, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on Wednesday September 27, 2023, at Lowell General Hospital in Lowell, MA.

She was the beloved wife of the late John J. Flaherty, Sr.

Born in Lowell, MA, on January 10, 1926, the daughter of the late John and the late Julia (Greska) Zunka, she was a graduate of Lowell High School in the Class of 1943 and was a Lieutenant with the LHS Girl Officers. Later, she attended Katherine Gibbs School in Boston, Class of 1945.

Prior to her retirement, Barbara worked as a Technician at UMASS Lowell for over 20 years.

Barbara is survived by three children: John J. “Jay” Flaherty, Jr. and his wife Mary of Tewksbury, MA, Lee Flaherty of Lowell, MA, Kerry Scott and her husband David of Chelmsford, MA; four grandchildren Kelly (Flaherty) Wall and her husband Michael of Methuen, MA, Patrick Flaherty of Tewksbury, MA, Laura (Scott) Nordengren and her husband Conor of Littleton, MA, Ellery (Scott) Colliton and her husband Patrick of Georgetown, MA; six great-grandchildren Sean, Rylee, Nolan, Grace, Rose and Walker; and several nieces and nephews.

She was the mother of the late Patricia J. Flaherty and the sister of the late John Zunka.

Private Funeral Services were already held for the family. E-condolences at 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 - (978) 458-8768.