Mahoney Funeral Home

08/29/2025

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our beloved brother and friend, John T. Levasseur. John passed away on August 26, 2025, at Lowell General Hospital after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. In his final hours, John was surrounded by the love of his family and dearest friends. Born on March 28, 1966, in Lowell, MA, John was educated in the Lowell Public Schools, graduating in the class of 1984. He went on to attend the University of Massachusetts Lowell where he received his degree in Industrial Technology in 1996.

For many years John worked at Phase4 Infrared in Lowell as a Process Engineer and for the past several years at Novotech in Acton. In between his optics career, he worked for Industrial Remediation Services as a remediation technician in various states and on Johnston Atoll in the Pacific.

John was a kind soul with a generous heart and a wicked sense of humor. He lived life to the fullest and marched to the beat of his own drum. John’s greatest passion in life was music. He was a natural musician and an avid guitarist and drummer. John was a self-taught musician and spent countless hours playing in various bands with his closest friends. Music calmed his soul. Despite his illness, John continued to play until the very end as it brought him such comfort and peace.

John was predeceased by his parents, Joseph V. Levasseur and Mildred A. (Baxter) Levasseur. He is survived by his brothers, Joseph Levasseur and his wife Sharon of Hampstead NH, James Levasseur and his wife Norma of Lowell MA, and his sister Joanne (Levasseur) McCarron and her husband Timothy of North Chelmsford MA. John leaves behind two nieces, Danielle Gile and Shela Lemieux; and two nephews, James Levasseur and Michael Levasseur. He also leaves behind several close friends and a dear friend, Denise Holt.

The family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to the dedicated doctors and staff at the Cancer Center and the Oncology Care Unit at Lowell General Hospital for the exceptional care and compassion shown to John during his illness and in his final days.

You are invited to his visitation Thursday, September 4, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., at the MAHONEY FUNERAL HOME, 187 Nesmith Street, Lowell 978-452-6361. His Funeral Service will be held at the Funeral Home directly after the visitation.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations in John’s name to the Lowell General Cancer Center, Mansfield Building, 295 Varnum Ave 3rd floor, Lowell, MA 01854.

07/30/2025

Charles ‘Jack’ Farrell, of Lowell, passed away on Monday, July 28, 2025, at Lowell General Hospital, at the remarkable age of 101. He was the beloved husband of the late Thelma (Doescher) Farrell, who passed away in 1995, and the devoted longtime companion of Doreen (Boon) McCullough, who preceded him in death in 2019.

Born on January 19, 1924, in Beach Haven, Pennsylvania, Jack was the son of the late Charles and Suzanne (Samuel) Farrell. At the age of two, he moved with his family to Rochester, NY, where he was raised and educated. During the hardships of the Great Depression, the family temporarily left Rochester, returning when conditions improved.

As a young man, Jack found joy in simple pleasures—playing baseball with friends in the warmer months and skating during the winter. Following his high school graduation, he proudly served in the United States Army during World War II and was honorably discharged for his service to his country. Jack dedicated over 40 years of his career to Eastman Kodak, where he worked as a maintenance foreman before retiring in 1982.

�After his wife Thelma passed away in 1995, Jack met Doreen, with whom he found companionship and joy. From 1997 until Doreen’s passing in 2019, they shared many happy winters together at their home in New Port Richey, Florida, and summers with family in Lowell, Massachusetts.

�In the final two years of his long and full life, Jack resided at The Arbors in Dracut. He was a good man, deeply loved and respected by all who had the privilege of knowing him. On his 100th birthday, he had the honor of receiving a key to the City of Lowell.

�He is survived by his children, Charles J. Farrell, Jr. of Webster, Texas, and Linda Jantzen of Rochester, New York; his grandchildren and great-grandchildren; his sister, Jane Denton of Colorado; and his dear niece, Kathy Schneider, and her husband, Mark, of Rochester, New York.��He is also lovingly remembered by Doreen’s family, especially Michael and Toni Nolet and their four children and five grandchildren who all affectionately knew him as “Papa Jack.”

Jack was predeceased by his brother, James Farrell, and his sister, Patricia Keefer.

In keeping with Jack’s wishes, a graveside service will be held on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at 10:00 AM at Saint Mary’s Cemetery, located at 90 River Road, Tewksbury, Massachusetts 01876.

Funeral services will be handled through the care of MAHONEY FUNERAL HOME, 187 Nesmith Street, Lowell (978-452-6361).

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorial donations be made in his name to The Jimmy Fund at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-9168.

07/21/2025

Patricia Nora (Sullivan) Brown, 91, born in Lewiston, Maine, was a resident of Lowell, Mass the majority of her life, died on July 20, 2025. She was the beloved wife of Arthur “Sonny” Bernard Brown for over 66 years, who predeceased her in 2023. She was the daughter of Amos and Mary (Sullivan) Sullivan of Lowell and was born on January 23, 1934. She was a Communicant of the Immaculate Conception Church. Patricia was a graduate of the Academy of Notre Dame in Tyngsborough and Regis College in Weston. In addition, she earned a Master of Science in Mathematics at Boston College.

Patricia was employed as a computer engineer at General Electric before starting the career she loved – teaching. She taught in Acton and Lowell for almost 40 years. For over 20 years she was a math teacher at Lowell High.

She loved her “Sonny” and enjoyed traveling with him and taking long rides in the car. They centered their lives around enjoying their children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.

She is survived by one daughter, Jennifer King and her husband Steven King of Tyngsboro, MA; and four sons, Michael Brown, Rear Admiral, USN (Retired) and his wife Therese, of Seabrook, NH; Kevin Brown and his wife Kim, of Pepperell, MA; Richard Brown, Vice Admiral, USN (Retired) and his wife Erin, of Jacksonville, FL; and Stephen Brown and his husband David DuCharme, of Manchester, NH; 8 granddaughters, 5 grandsons and 8 great grandchildren.

On Wednesday, July 23, 2025 all are welcome to attend her calling hours from 9-11 a.m. at Mahoney Funeral Home, 187 Nesmith Street, Lowell 978-452-6361. Her funeral mass will be offered at 12 noon at Immaculate Conception Church, 144 E. Merrimack Street, Lowell. Burial will follow at St. Patrick Cemetery in Lowell. Find us on facebook or visit www.MahoneyFuneralHome.com to leave the family a message of condolence at any time.

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07/09/2025

Marie S. (Sorensen) Leonard, 99, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, formerly of Lowell, MA, passed away on June 17, 2025, at Emerson Hospital in Concord, MA. She was born in Chelsea, MA on Easter Sunday, April 4, 1926, to the late Neil S. Sorensen and Gertrude R. (Sciarappa).

She grew up in Revere, MA, surrounded by a large, extended family. She enjoyed sharing the many stories of her Italian grandmother’s garden, her father’s roots in Norway and time with her beloved siblings. She graduated from Revere High School in the class of 1944. She volunteered for the United Service Organization, supporting American Servicemen during World War II and worked as a secretary until she married in 1949.

Marie resided in Lowell for most of her adult life. She was a dedicated homemaker until her children were grown and then joined the workforce in the retail and banking sectors. She was loving, nurturing and devoted to her family.

Marie enjoyed traveling and treasured spending time with her family and friends. She was a wonderful cook and created a warm and welcoming atmosphere to all who entered her home. She enjoyed history, current events, music, classic movies, and was a loyal Red Sox fan. She was hard to beat in family Trivial Pursuit games. She was active in her Senior and Assisted Living communities in Chelmsford and Ayer, MA and she was always ready to welcome new residents and participate in activities.

She had a zest and joy for life that was unmatched. She could always see the bright side of any situation and was grateful for the many blessings in her life. Marie was very patriotic and was very honored that her father, husband, son and grandson-in-law all served in the US military.

She is survived by her four children, Karen M. Ondrovic, Thomas T. Leonard (Jean Cote), Kathleen M. Russell (James) and Marie T. Leonard (Eric Jokela). Cherished “Nan” to her three grandchildren, Katelyn Russell (Benjamin Roose), Christopher Russell and Matthew Russell (Lauren) and loving “Great Nan” to great-grandchildren Finn and Tate Russell-Roose, with another great-grandchild due in October. She is also survived by niece Carol Macomber, nephew John Cater and several grandnieces and grandnephews.

She was predeceased by her beloved husband Thomas A. Leonard, brother Neil Sorensen, sister Lucille H. Cater (Robert), and son-in-law Stephen R. Ondrovic. She will be dearly missed by family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Marie’s memory to the Salvation Army, 150 Appleton Street, Lowell, MA 01853.

Visitation will be on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, from 10 AM to 12 PM at Mahoney Funeral Home, 187 Nesmith Street, Lowell, MA. Her funeral service will take place in the funeral home at 12 PM, followed by her committal service at St. Mary’s Cemetery, 90 River Road, Tewksbury, MA.

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