Methuen Family Funeral Home

03/03/2026

Carlos Moniz, 67, of Methuen, Massachusetts, passed away on Monday, March 2, 2026, at Boston Medical Center in Brighton, surrounded by his loving family. He was the devoted and beloved husband of Angela (Carvalho) Moniz, with whom he shared 43 years of marriage, filled with love and unwavering...

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02/25/2026

Kevin G. Vachon, 63, long time resident of Methuen, passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at Mary Immaculate Nursing Restorative Center in Lawrence.

Born in Methuen, MA, he was the son of the late George and Lorraine (Picard) Vachon. Kevin was a graduate of Greater Lawrence Technical High...

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02/20/2026

We commend TIP for its rigorous screening, thorough preparation, and ongoing dedication to making a meaningful difference. Participation in this vital program strengthens the network of support available to those we serve, reinforcing the shared goal of compassion in action throughout the Merrimack Valley.

02/17/2026

02/16/2026

Maryann (Marcinonis) Lane, 76, of Methuen, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of David T. Lane, to whom she was devoted for 53 wonderful years of marriage.

Born in Methuen on July 14, 1949, Maryann was the...

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02/13/2026

Janet M. Swanson, 91, of Methuen passed away at her home on Wednesday, Thursday, February 12, 2026. Born in Stoneham, MA, she is the daughter of the late Ernest and Mildred Swanson.

Raised in Burlington, Janet was a graduate of Burlington High School, class of 1953. She became a homemaker...

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02/13/2026

Beverly G. (Christison) Morin, 90, of Manchester, New Hampshire, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, February 12, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was the cherished and devoted wife of the late Arthur T. Morin, sharing many happy years together.

Born on September 11, 1935,...

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02/09/2026

Shirley E. (Smeesters) Cullen, 74, of Lawrence, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 6, 2026, at home, surrounded by her loving family.

Shirley was born in Lawrence on May 24, 1951, the cherished daughter of the late Robert F. and Mary B. (Jencius) Smeesters. A proud graduate of Lawrence...

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02/06/2026

Ann M. (Surawski) Fraize, 75, of Kingston, NH, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 6, 2026, at Exeter Hospital, surrounded by the family she loved so deeply. Born in Methuen, MA, she was the daughter of the late Stanley and Lorande (Panneton) Surawski.

Ann was raised in Lawrence, MA, and...

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02/02/2026

Claire Ann Pepin, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 30, 2026, at the age of 95. A resident of Derry, NH, Claire was born on June 19, 1930, in Lawrence, Massachusetts.

A devoted wife and mother, Claire’s greatest joy in life...

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02/02/2026

We are proud to spotlight our Owner, Robert Chase, at Methuen Family Funeral Home.

A fourth-generation Methuen resident, Rob has deep roots in our community and a lifelong calling to serve families during their most challenging moments.

Rob’s journey with this very funeral home began in the 1990s, where he first worked and developed his passion for compassionate, dignified care. After several years, he relocated to Pennsylvania, where he continued his career as a funeral director at Heffner Funeral Chapel & Crematory in York, PA. Though his time away built valuable experience, his heart remained tied to Methuen. In 2011, Rob returned to the funeral home, resuming his work as a licensed funeral director and embalmer. He was later promoted to General Manager in 2015, where he continued to lead with dedication and care.

In 2021, Rob and his wife, Sabrina, proudly purchased the funeral home—then known as Kenneth H. Pollard Funeral Home—and continued operating under that established name for four years while making meaningful improvements to the facility. In September 2025, they officially renamed it Methuen Family Funeral Home to better reflect their vision of personalized, family-centered service right here in the community they love and have served for decades.

Rob remains hands-on every day, ensuring that every family receives the highest level of professional guidance, empathy, and respect in our beautiful, comforting historic setting. Together with Sabrina, he is focused on honoring traditions while providing modern, thoughtful care to the families of Methuen and the Merrimack Valley.

“It is truly an honor to serve the community I grew up in. My goal has always been—and continues to be—to help and assist families with compassion and professionalism during one of life’s most difficult times.” — Robert Chase

We are grateful for the trust you place in us and look forward to continuing to care for our community with heart and dedication.

Methuen Family Funeral Home
233 Lawrence Street
Methuen, MA
(978) 687-7300
www.methuenfh.com

02/01/2026