Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main Street, Haverhill, MA (2026)

01/23/2026

Henry J. “Hank” Comeau, Jr., 76, of Haverhill, passed away on January 20, 2026 at the Parkland Medical Center in Derry, NH.

Hank was born in Haverhill on October 31, 1949 to Henry J. and Gloria (Bouchard) Comeau and was a graduate of Haverhill Trade School, Class of 1967. He studied carpentry and worked as a furniture maker, and for Falcone Piano for many years. An umpire and a coach, Hank was a fan of all sports, especially the Patriots, and was always involved in his kids’ youth sports. He was also an avid bowler, loved lying out on the beach, and had a great sense of humor.

Hank was a devoted husband, partner and father. He is survived by his fiancé Linda Greenwood of Haverhill, and his children Shawn Comeau and his fiancé Shawna Lafey of Bradford, Sonja Medlin and her husband Jasper of Kenansville, NC, William Comeau, John Comeau and his wife Mary of DE, Kenneth Comeau, and David Comeau and his wife Sandra of Haverhill. He also leaves behind his sister Gloria Gates of ME and several grandkids, great grandkids and his first great great grandson. Hank was predeceased by his former wife Charlotte (Johnson) Comeau and his siblings Gregory Comeau, Richard Comeau, Donna Rogers and Barbara Newman.

Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend calling hours on Tuesday, January 27th from 4PM until 7PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main Street, Haverhill. Please visit www.comeaufuneral.com or Comeau Funeral Home on Facebook.

01/22/2026

Paul D. Perry, 68, passed away on January 17, 2026 at his home in Haverhill, MA.
Paul was born in Haverhill, but lived most of his adult life in California. He was the son of Alfred J. and Dorothy L. (Gilbert) Perry, II, and a graduate of Haverhill High School Class of 1976. Paul was known to be a masterful handyman and worked for many years as the Operations Manager at Westcord Commercial Real Estate Group in California, from which he retired.
Paul is survived by his sister Celeste Barnard of Haverhill, his nieces Angela (LaValley) Mahoney, Stephanie LaValley, both of Fort Lauderdale, FL, and Sadinna Perry of Haverhill. His nephews Donald Barnard of Haverhill, and AJ Perry of Sandown, NH. He was predeceased by his son Alexander R. Perry, his brother Alfred J. Perry, III, and his sisters Jane N. LaValley and Dorothy A. Perry.
Arrangements are under the care of the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main Street, Haverhill. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation in his memory to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 7023, Merrifield, VA 22116 or www.diabetes.org Please visitwww.comeaufuneral.com or Comeau Funeral Home on Facebook.

01/21/2026

Norma I. Esteves Linares, 79, of Haverhill passed away on January 16, 2026 at the Haverhill Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center.
Norma was born in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico on August 12, 1946, and was the daughter of Juan Esteves Velez and Adela Linares Fuentes. She was raised and educated in Puerto Rico, earning her college degree from Universidad Interamericana de Aguadilla, after which she worked as a secretary for many years.
Norma is survived by several nieces and nephews: her brother Juan Esteves Linares and her sister Diana C. Esteves Linares, both of Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. She was predeceased by her brother Miguel A. Esteves Linares.
Arrangements are under the care of the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main Street, Haverhill. Please visit www.comeaufuneral.com or Comeau Funeral Home on Facebook.

01/21/2026

Haverhill - Charles E. “Chip” Hubbard, 76, of Haverhill passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on January 20, 2026 at his home.
Chip was born in Haverhill on April 15, 1949 to Charles and Fannie May (Judson) Hubbard and was a graduate of Haverhill High School, Class of 1969. He worked locally as a waste water treatment plant maintenance mechanic for over 32 years; and also plowed snow for the City of Haverhill in Riverside for 52 years. Chip was a big car person; he was proud of his ’55 Chevy that he had since the age of 15, won trophies at car shows, and also competed in tractor pulling shows. He enjoyed traveling to Disney, going lobster fishing, and boating. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather.
Chip is survived by his loving wife of 54 years Cecilia (Lowes) Hubbard of Haverhill, his son Charles Hubbard, Jr. and his wife Christy of Haverhill, and his daughter Cecilia Warchol and her husband Kenneth of Kensington, NH. He also leaves behind his grandchildren John Collins and his fiancé Nicole Chase, Kaitlyn Collins, Christopher Hubbard, Curtis Hubbard and his wife Lisette, Cassandra Hubbard and Cristian Hubbard; and great grandchild Aubree Cornock. He was predeceased by his brother William Hubbard, and his sister Gladys Champagne.
Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend calling hours on Thursday, January 22nd from 4PM until 7PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main Street, Haverhill. A funeral home chapel service will be held on Friday, January 23rd at 11AM. Burial to follow at Linwood Cemetery, Haverhill. Please visit www.comeaufuneral.com or Comeau Funeral Home on Facebook.

01/15/2026

Kenneth W. Smith, 60, of Sandown, NH, passed away at his home on Saturday January 10th, 2026.
Born in Haverhill in September 6, 1965 to the late Arthur Smith and Glenda Turner Pearson, Ken was a graduate of Haverhill High School, Class of 1983 after which he dedicated many years to honorable service in the United States Army. He served in Operation Desert Storm, and later served as an Army recruiter in Pennsylvania and Texas before retiring. He was a respected Army recruiter and mentor to many young men and women, guiding them towards futures shaped by purpose, integrity, patriotism, and discipline. Ken was a true and loyal patriot. He also enjoyed spending time riding motorcycles, relaxing in the pool, family gatherings and was a Bruins, Celtics, Red Sox and NASCAR fan. His quick wit and funny sense of humor will be greatly missed by many.

Ken was a devoted husband, father, and son. He is survived by his wife Stephanie; a brother Timothy Smith; sisters Brenda Damon, Susan Boudha, and Terry Pearson; two sons Lucas and Malik; three step daughters Annmarie, Ashley, and Alissa; a step son Stephen; along with many nieces and nephews.
Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend calling hours on Sunday, January 18 from 11:30AM until 1:30PM followed by a funeral home chapel service at 1:30PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main Street, Haverhill. Please visit www.comeaufuneral.com or Comeau Funeral Home on Facebook.

01/14/2026

Joyce (Herron) (Goutier) Gigliotti, 90, of Haverhill passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 2, 2026 at Penacook Nursing Home.
Joyce was born in Beverly on February 5, 1935 to George and Alta (Cheney) Herron. She was a graduate of Littleton High School in New Hampshire and worked for many years as a Telephone Operator. She was married her late husband Anthony E. Gigliotti from 1982 until his passing in 2019. Joyce enjoyed fishing, camping and gardening, mushroom hunting and day trips to the beach. She was a great cook and had a wonderful sense of humor.
Joyce is survived by her daughter in law Carol A. Shaw of Haverhill, and her sister Diane Roussell of Valrico, FL. She also leaves behind her grandchildren Brian Dennis Goutier, Erin Shaw, Ian Shaw; great grandchildren Shyla Shaw, Dante Shaw, Jackson Baily, Violet Baily, James Baily, Murphy Barton and Luzian Shaw; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband Anthony E. Gigliotti and her son Brian “Butch” Goutier. She also had several nieces and nephews. Her family would like to thank past and present employees of Penacook nursing Home for the kind and compassionate care given to Joyce, affectionately called “The Operator”.
Joyce will be put to rest with her beloved husband Anthony at a later date at Greenwood Cemetery. Arrangements are under the care of the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main Street, Haverhill. Please visit www.comeaufuneral .com or Comeau Funeral Home on Facebook.

01/14/2026

Robert J. Forisso, Jr., 81, of Haverhill passed away on January 12, 2026 at Lowell General Hospital, with his family by his side, following a sudden illness.

Robert was born in Haverhill on July 11, 1944; he was the son of Robert J. Forisso, Sr. and Mildred (Ellis) Forisso. He was one of four siblings. He was a graduate of Haverhill High School, Class of 1962. After high school, Bob enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and served his country honorably as a Platoon Sergeant in the Vietnam War. His time in Vietnam stuck with him throughout his whole life. It was one of the most important parts of him and yet one of his greatest sources of pain. He served from 1963 through 1967, returning briefly to active duty in the early ‘70s. He continued his service even further, serving in the Marine Corps reserves for a number of years while he continued his academic studies and readjusted to civilian life.

Bob studied at Northern Essex Community College, graduating with his Associate’s in Business and a 4.0 GPA. He earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Suffolk University in 1978, where he earned Summa Cum Laude honors, then went on to receive his Master’s in Business Administration from Suffolk University. Robert worked many jobs to support himself over the years. He owned and operated Forisso Real Estate in Haverhill for many years. He worked as the Assistant Assessor for the City of Haverhill in the 1980s and served as a political campaign manager for a few mayoral candidates. His final career path was as a paper carrier for the Boston Globe and later the Eagle-Tribune, where he worked for decades until his retirement in 2009. In his later years, he volunteered as a transport driver for the VA, driving veterans and their families in and out of Boston, Lowell, Bedford and Jamaica Plain for doctors’ appointments.

Robert was truly a “larger than life” man. He was known as Bob, Bobby, Uncle Bobby, and his most prized title, Dad to his daughter Emily, who came along in his 55th year of life. Bob loved the beach and music. He was a lifelong performer. His laughter, outgoing personality and endless stories would fill each room he walked into with so much joy. Bob was an accomplished musician, a singer, guitarist and ukulele player. He played many gigs at the 5 O’Clock Club at Salisbury Beach with his band “Bob & Ralph”. He was always singing, even in his final days. Bob passed his love of performing onto his daughter, Emily, and was always so supportive of her in all of her endeavors, whether they were dance recitals, theatre performances, or concerts. Bob was a man of many talents, but arguably his best talent was being a father. He was a single father to his daughter Emily and always did everything he could to be both “mom” and “dad”.

Robert will be forever remembered as a loving father, brother, and friend to so many. He is survived by his daughter Emily C. Forisso of Manchester, NH, his brother-in-law Dale of Windham, NH, his half-brother Eric and his wife Christine, and countless beloved nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his beloved grandparents, Giuseppe “Joe” Forisso and Marjorie Forisso of Haverhill, his parents, Robert J. Forisso, Sr. and Mildred Forisso of Haverhill, his sister Judy (Forisso) Barton, his brother Dennis Forisso, and his sister Debra (Forisso) Robinson.

Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend calling hours on Friday, January 16 from 11AM until 1PM, followed by a funeral home chapel service at 1PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main Street, Haverhill. Burial to follow at Linwood Cemetery, Haverhill. Please visit www.comeaufuneral .com or Comeau Funeral Home on Facebook.

01/12/2026

Joseph Ryan Bresnahan, Sr., 86, of Wolfeboro, NH and Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, Florida passed away unexpectedly at Holy Cross Hospital in Florida on January 6, 2026 with his loving wife of 62 years, Jane, by his side.

Joe was born in Haverhill, MA on July 28, 1939 to Joseph J. and Helen (Levis) Bresnahan. Joe was raised in Bradford. He graduated from St. John’s Preparatory School, Danvers, MA in 1959 and St. Anselm’s College, Manchester, NH in 1963. Joe and Jane married April 27, 1963. He was the owner of J. Bresnahan Company of Haverhill, Massachusetts and Plaistow, New Hampshire, a company founded by his grandfather in 1890. He expanded the moving and storage business to include self-storage and worked with dedication side by side with his son, Joe, and later his grandsons, Joey and John, until retiring at the age of 75. His son and grandsons proudly continue the multi-generational family business in which he took great pride. Joe happily retired to the beach at Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, FL during the winter months while spending summers at his home on Lake Winnipesaukee, Wolfeboro, NH, which he often referred to as “God’s Country”. Joe was a member of the Haverhill Lodge of Elks and the Knights of Columbus. He was also a member of the Kingswood Golf Club, Wolfeboro, NH and Palm Aire Golf Club, Pompano, Florida.

Joe is survived by his wife, Jane (Baker) Bresnahan; his daughter, Karen Bresnahan of San Ramon, CA; his daughter Kimberly Dikeman (Craig) of Pepperell, MA, and his son, Joseph R. Bresnahan, Jr. (Karen) of Atkinson, NH. He is also survived by his six grandchildren Sean O’Connell (Drew), Brian O’Connell, Reed O’Connell, Joseph R. Bresnahan, III, John Bresnahan, Rylee Bresnahan, and his great granddaughter, Caitlin O’Connell. He is also survived by his sister, Helen McKittrick (Joe). His sister, Mary Ellen LeBlanc (Don) predeceased him in 2021.

Visitation will be at the Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main Street, Haverhill, MA on Friday, January 16, 2026 from 4:00PM until 6:00PM. A Celebration of Life Mass will be celebrated at Sacred Hearts Church, 165 South Main Street, Bradford, MA on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 10:00AM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Burn Institute - Shriner’s Children’s Boston, Office of Philanthropy, 51 Blossom Street, Boston, MA 02114 or donate.shrinerschildrens.org Please visit www.comeaufuneral.com of Comeau Funeral Home on Facebook.

01/08/2026

Peter J. McCarron, 88, of Seabrook, NH passed away on January 4, 2026 at Anna Jaques Hospital in Newburyport.

Peter was born in Amesbury, MA on November 2, 1937 to Paul and Jessie (Clay) McCarron and the family lived between Merrimac, Haverhill, and Lynn, MA. He attended Lynn Classical High School until age 15. He then decided to hitchhike across the country to live with his uncle and aunt, and his older sister Betty in New Mexico and Texas. Peter had many adventures on that trip, and loved to relive the memories with family and friends. At age 17 he enlisted in the Air Force and served as a Jet Mechanic in the Far East during the Korean Conflict. When he returned to McChord Air Force Base in Washington state he met and married his first wife, Sharon Brown. They moved to New England and started their family of 3 sons and a daughter. As life changed, Peter took a different path and had another daughter. He continued on yet another path and met and married his “Jude”. They made a family with her son and 2 more daughters. Peter was a collector of all items, with a passion for guns and coins. He owned an antique shop in Merrimac Square which took him on trips throughout the northeast, buying treasure. He was a contractor and a carpenter; he enjoyed deep sea fishing, golfing, spending time in Deerfield, NH, and hunting up north as a younger man. He was also the manager at VFW Lorraine Post 29 in Haverhill.

He is survived by his wife of forty years Judith A. (Eldon) McCarron, his son Thomas P. McCarron of Bradford, his daughters Cathleen M. “Missy” Perron and her husband William of Deerfield, NH, Patricia M. Willis and her husband Jim of Florida, Mary E. McCarron of Bridgton, ME, and Anne M. McCarron of Seabrook, NH. He also leaves behind his sister Marilyn J. Logan and her husband Bryan of Washington, DC, his grandchildren Tim Gwaltney and his wife Laura of Texas, Rory McCarron of New York, Jordan McCarron of Newton, NH, Brooke McCarron Kesner and her husband Curtis of Farmington, NH, Jesse McCarron of Newton, NH, Mickey Fisher and his wife Mary of Plymouth, NH, USAF TSgt B. Clay Fisher and his wife Sylvia of Germany, Bronwyn Douglass of Brunswick, ME, Conner Douglass of Bridgton, ME, Gabriel Nightingale of Bridgton, ME, Isabelle Mortensen of Seabrook, NH, and Timothy Bragg, Jr. of Seabrook, NH, his great grandchildren Jake Gwaltney, Aurora and Boden Kesner, and Ella and Lucas Fisher, his mother and father-in-law Pat and Chuck Eldon of Oakland, ME, as well as several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. He was predeceased by his former wife Sharon (Brown) Felker, his sons Michael D. McCarron, William S. McCarron, his step son Brad J. Eldon; as well as his brother Charles P. McCarron, and his sisters Elizabeth M. Moore and Rose M. Sallies.

Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend calling hours on Saturday, January 10, 2026 from 1PM until 4PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main Street, Haverhill. Please visit www.comeaufuneral .com or Comeau Funeral Home on Facebook. The family would like to invite all to the Haverhill Lodge of Elks #165 at 24 Summer Street, Haverhill, MA 01830 immediately following the calling hours for food and friendship, 4PM to 8PM.

01/07/2026

Merrimac, MA – Wayne P. Goodrich, 63, of Merrimac passed away on December 15, 2025 at his home.
Wayne was born in Haverhill to DeMont and Rose (Roberts) Goodrich and was a graduate of Haverhill High School, Class of 1980. He worked as a driver for Budweiser, and also a delivery driver for the furniture store Norman Newman. He was known for his great sense of humor and was friendly and outgoing; enjoyed fishing and spending time at Salisbury Beach, and he loved music and attending concerts. Wayne is survived by his nephew John Finnin of Raymond, NH, and his sister Jane McLaughlin of Haverhill. He was predeceased by his brothers John Finnin and Monti Goodrich, and his sister Marie LaBatte.
Arrangements are under the care of the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main Street, Haverhill. Please visit www.comeaufuneral .com or Comeau Funeral Home on Facebook

01/06/2026

Haverhill - John O. Picariello, 88, husband of Roberta M. (Pickering) Picariello of Haverhill, MA passed away on January 5, 2026 at Penacook Nursing Home surrounded by his family.

Born on January 27, 1937 in Boston, MA, John was the son of the late John and Frances Picariello. John was known for his wit, humor, storytelling skills and wise-guy attitude towards life. He enjoyed playing cards, spending a night at the casino, building anything “just because” and vacationing with family. In his early years, John was a butcher for First National stores after working his way up from the produce department. He always enjoyed a good cigar, a neat glass of amaretto and entertaining a large group for Sunday Supper or a block party. John and his wife, Roberta, always had an “open door” policy no matter the day during their time on Emmet Street in South Boston. Later in life, they moved to the Fairways in Haverhill and John was involved as a member of the HOA Board where he actively participated in activities, cookouts and Bingo. John loved helping all those in need. But most of all, John thrived as his role of Papa. He showed up to every dance recital, baseball game, cheer competition, birthday party, and graduation with a blow horn to boot.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 68 years, Roberta M. Picariello of Haverhill, MA. He is also survived by his loving and devoted daughter, Cheryl Queenan of Haverhill and his loving grandchildren, Rachel Queenan of Haverhill and Ryan Queenan and his wife Paige of Dover, NH. John also leaves behind his siblings Paul Picariello of Abington, Diane McHale of Weymouth, the late Frances Picariello of Marshfield, and two cherished great grandchildren, Calvin and Landon Queenan; as well as his godchild Gina Provenzano and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend calling hours on Friday, January 9, at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home 486 Main St. Haverhill from 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM. A Funeral Service will follow in the Chapel at 4:00 PM. Burial is private. Please visit www.comeaufuneral .com or Comeau Funeral Home on Facebook.

01/06/2026

Donald J. Lawler, Jr., 75, passed away on January 2, 2026 at Lowell General Hospital.
Donald was born in Newburyport on April 11, 1950. He was the son of Donald and Mary (Grandmason) Lawler and was a graduate of Newburyport High School, after which he served in the U.S. Army in Vietnam and the Army National Guard for 15 years. He worked for many years locally as a commercial painter for Ogden Martin and will be remembered as a hard worker, always willing to provide a helping hand. Donald enjoyed going to the beach, fishing, watching action movies and going to BINGO with his wife. He was a devoted father, grandfather, brother and uncle.
Donald is survived by his sons Donald Lawler, III and his wife Pamela of Rochester, NH, Ronald Lawler of Haverhill, Larn T. Lawler and Miranda Thistlewood of Haverhill, and his daughter April Lawler and Joseph Desbian of Hookset, NH. He also leaves behind his brothers Norman Lawler and his wife Gloria of Scarborough, NH, Phyllis Grey of Newburyport, Mark Lawler of Salisbury and Linda Lawler of Salisbury; as well as thirteen grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife Jean Marie (Fitzgerald) Lawler, his son John F. Lawler, and his brother Jack Lawler.
Arrangements are under the care of the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main Street, Haverhill. Please visit www.comeaufuneral .com or Comeau Funeral Home on Facebook.

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