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February 3, 2012

Marion R. Francois,

Marion R. Francois, recently of Gloucester, MA, passed away on Saturday, January 28th, 2012, after a long battle with cancer.

Born in Seattle WA, traveled the world, resided in West Peabody, MA, Salem Willows, MA, San Diego, and Maui. A staunch liberal Democrat, she loved politics and President Obama. She is survived by her 3 loving children, Danny, Nicky and Sarah, daughter-in-law, Karen Gallagher, 2 grandchildren, Larry and Colleen, and 3 great-grandchildren, Emma, Keegan, and Savannah. The father of her children was the late Professor Carlo R. Francois, of Wellesley College. Her dear friend and political cohort, David Rooks, resides in Maui with his partner Jim Oxborrow. She was an extraordinary woman, loved by many coast to coast.

ARRANGEMENTS: Donations can be given in her honor to the Kaplan Family Hospice Center in Danvers, MA. www.hns.org.

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    Dennis H. Casagrande, 22

    DANVERS & Rochester, N.H. — Dennis Henry Casagrande, 22, of Rochester, N.H., formerly of Danvers, died unexpectedly Saturday morning at the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston as a pedestrian in a motor vehicle accident.

    The Salem News Wed, May 30
    May 30, 2012 1 Photo
  • Donald B. "Josh" Jelly, 71
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    Topsfield, MA — Donald B. “Josh” Jelly, 71, of Topsfield, MA, died Sunday evening, May 28th, 2012, at his residence after a short illness. He was the loving husband of Arline (Bohne) Jelly.

    The Salem News Wed, May 30
    May 30, 2012 1 Photo
  • F. Reed Cutting, 79
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    Marblehead — Reed F. Cutting, age 79, of Marblehead, passed away on May 27th, surrounded by his family.

    The Salem News Wed, May 30
    May 30, 2012 1 Photo
  • Harry John Groblewski, 95

    Beverly, Ma. — His family and friends will celebrate Harry's life at a Memorial Service on Saturday, June 2, 2pm, at the Glen Urquhart School, 74 Hart St., Beverly, MA. All are Welcome.

    The Salem News Wed, May 30
    May 30, 2012
  • Lorraine (Bouchie) Abbott, 89

    Peabody — Lorraine (Bouchie) Abbott, 89, passed away on Saturday, May 26, 2012, at the North Shore Medical Center—Salem Hospital. She was the beloved wife of Donald L. Abbott, Sr., with whom she shared 45 years of marriage.

    The Salem News Wed, May 30
    May 30, 2012
  • Phyllis A. Bailey, 87

    Peabody — Phyllis A. (Lang) Bailey, 87, of Peabody, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family and friends, following a short illness, on Monday, at the home she has lived in for the past 61 years. She was the beloved wife of the late Roy Bailey and Edward Lomansey.

    The Salem News Wed, May 30
    May 30, 2012
  • Robert J. LeBlanc Sr., 83 years
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    Salem, MA — Robert J. LeBlanc, Sr., age 83, of Salem, died Tuesday, May 29, 2012, at the Kaplan Family Hospice House in Danvers, following a long illness. He was the husband of Lillian M. (L’Heureux) LeBlanc with whom he shared 63 years of marriage.

    The Salem News Wed, May 30
    May 30, 2012 1 Photo
  • Sophia K. (Toczylowski) Rydzewski
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    Lynn — Mrs. Sophia “Sunny” (Toczylowski) Rydzewski, age 87, of Lynn, died Tuesday, May 15, 2012. She was the beloved wife of the late Kazimierz “Charles” Rydzewski.

    The Salem News Wed, May 30
    May 30, 2012 1 Photo
  • William K. Cobbett Jr., 79

    Swampscott, MA — Mr. William K. Cobbett, Jr., age 79, of Swampscott, died unexpectedly on Saturday at Salem Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Mary E. (Patton) Cobbett, with whom he shared 56 years of marriage. Born in Lynn, he was the son of the late William K. Cobbett, Sr. and Jean (MacLean) Cobbett. He had lived in Swampscott for the greater part of his life.

    The Salem News Wed, May 30
    May 30, 2012
  • Tuesday, May 29, 2012
  • Francis B. "Frank" Madden Jr., 83
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    Manchester-by-the-Sea — Mr. Francis B. “Frank” Madden Jr., 83, beloved husband of Angeline (Gallant) Madden, died Saturday, May 26, 2012, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.

    The Salem News Tue, May 29
    May 29, 2012 1 Photo
  • Jack Keith Green, 85
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    BALLSTON LAKE, N.Y. — Mr. Jack Keith Green, born August 20, 1926, lived a remarkably strong and healthy life for more than 85 years. He passed Monday, May 21, 2012. He lived his life with the utmost integrity and was consistently a responsible and conscientious professional to all who knew him.

    The Salem News Tue, May 29
    May 29, 2012 1 Photo
  • Jonathan Colby Peabody, 70
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    TOPSFIELD — Mr. Jonathan Colby Peabody, 70, of Topsfield, beloved husband of Norma Louise (George) Peabody with whom he shared 43 years of marriage, died May 24, 2012 at Lahey Clinic in Burlington.

    The Salem News Tue, May 29
    May 29, 2012 1 Photo
  • Marie Benas, 85
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    Gaithersburg, MD — On May 24, Marie Elizabeth Benas passed away peacefully in her home in Gaithersburg, Md. Born Marie Badecker on April 10, 1927 in New York, N.Y., she is survived by her loving husband of 63 years, George Benas, and eight children Midge G. DeSimone (Thomas) of Swampscott, son George M. Benas (Jill) of West Boxford, son Timothy M. Benas (Emily) of Gaithersburg, son Christopher P. Benas (Louise) of Knoxville, Md., daughter Elizabeth A. Henry (William) of Gaithersburg, son Gregory M. Benas of Gaithersburg, son Mark A. Benas (Heather) of Gaithersburg, and daughter Julie M. Crain (Walter) of Falls Church, Va., as well as 14 grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren.

    The Salem News Tue, May 29
    May 29, 2012 1 Photo
  • Patricia Catherine (Davis) Sherman, 68
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    Swampscott — Patricia Catherine (Davis) Sherman, 68, of Swampscott, passed away peacefully on May 27, after a brief illness. She is survived by her beloved husband of 28 years, John R. Sherman, a retired law professor; by her brother, Thomas M. Davis, a retired Fire captain of Peabody; and her sister, Francine Harryman and her husband Thomas of Muskeegan, Mich. Also by her two loved and loving cats, Ally and Val.

    The Salem News Tue, May 29
    May 29, 2012 1 Photo
  • Ralph Ferguson, 62
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    Peabody — Ralph E. Ferguson, 62, passed away suddenly on Saturday, May 26, 2012, at the North Shore Medical Center—Salem Hospital.

    Born in Peabody, he was the son of the late Raymond and Elsie (Platt) Ferguson, and was a lifelong resident of the city. He graduated from Peabody High School, Class of 1970.

    The Salem News Tue, May 29
    May 29, 2012 1 Photo
  • Rita Cormier, 85
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    Lynn — Mrs. Rita (Bouchard) Cormier, 85, of Lynn, passed away on Saturday, May 26, 2012. She was the wife of Leo N. Cormier, with whom she had been married for 55 years.

    Born in St. Alexandre, Quebec, she was the daughter of the late Alphee and Claudia (Pelletier) Bouchard. She came to this country in 1950, settling in Salem. She had lived in Lynn since 1959.

    The Salem News Tue, May 29
    May 29, 2012 1 Photo
  • Timothy F. "Bumpa" Foley, 73
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    Danvers — Mr. Timothy F. “Bumpa” Foley 73, beloved husband of the late Janet C. (King) Foley, died peacefully Sunday, May 27, 2012 at the Lahey Clinic Medical Center in Burlington surrounded by family.

    The Salem News Tue, May 29
    May 29, 2012 1 Photo
  • Monday, May 28, 2012
  • Agnes Johnson, 92
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    Swampscott — Mrs. Agnes (Winiarczyk) Johnson, age 92, of Swampscott, died on Friday, May 25, 2012, at Pilgrim House in Peabody. She was the beloved wife of the late Kenneth T. Johnson.

    The Salem News Mon, May 28
    May 28, 2012 1 Photo
  • Evelyn (Goldberg) Swartz, 86

    Peabody — Evelyn (Goldberg) Swartz of Peabody entered into rest May 25. Beloved wife of the late Benjamin Swartz. Devoted mother of Marc & Lauren Swartz of Peabody and Steven & Rhonda Swartz of Brockton. Loving sister of the late Sara “Sooky” Rantz and Max Goldberg. Cherished grandmother of Jonathan, Jeffrey, Scott, Nicholas and Matthew Swartz.

    The Salem News Mon, May 28
    May 28, 2012
  • Ida S. Capano

    Danvers — Ida S. (Lecci) Capano, 88, died peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family, on Saturday, May 26, 2012. She was the wife of the late Vincent Capano Jr., with whom she shared 54 years of marriage.

    The Salem News Mon, May 28
    May 28, 2012
  • Sara (Goodhue) Blais, 57

    Methuen — Sara (Goodhue) Blais died peacefully on Saturday, May 26, 2012, at the age of 57, in the home of her longtime dear friend and caregiver Susan Richard, surrounded by friends and family. Sara was born on August 21, 1954, to her parents Donald and Doris (Fallis) Goodhue of Essex. She was married to that late Ralph Blais who predeceased her in 1998.

    The Salem News Mon, May 28
    May 28, 2012
  • Saturday, May 26, 2012
  • Albert P. "Al" Simpson, 91
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    Lynn — Albert P. Simpson, age 91, of Lynn died Wednesday, May 23, 2012 at the Abbott House in Lynn. He was the beloved husband of the late Elizabeth (Carroll) Simpson.

    The Salem News Sat, May 26
    May 26, 2012 1 Photo
  • Eleanor A. (Waterman) Benedetto, 76
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    DANVERS — Mrs. Eleanor A. (Waterman) Benedetto 76, of Danvers died on Thursday May 24th, 2012, after a short illness.

    She was born to the late Martha Waterman on April 2, 1936. Ellie, as she liked to be called finished school in 1953. Shortly after she finished school she met and fell in love with Dominic Benedetto. They eventually married and shared 58 very happy years together.

    The Salem News Sat, May 26
    May 26, 2012 1 Photo
  • George A. Dearborn, 93

    Marblehead — George A. Dearborn, 93, of Marblehead, passed away on Wednesday, May 23, 2012. He was the devoted husband of Nathalie Ruth (Anderson) Dearborn with whom he shared 70 years of marriage. Born in West Lynn on March 18, 1919, he was the son of the late Russell and Albina (Mansfield) Dearborn.

    The Salem News Sat, May 26
    May 26, 2012
  • Marilyn E. (McHugh) Vandevelde, 78
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    Georgetown — Mrs. Marilyn (McHugh) Vandevelde 78, of Georgetown, formerly of Salem, beloved wife of the late Gene Vandevelde, died May 24th, 2012 at the Kaplan Family Hospice House surrounded by her family.

    The Salem News Sat, May 26
    May 26, 2012 1 Photo
  • Shirley L. (Olson) McMahon, 59
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    Danvers — Shirley Louise (Olson) McMahon, 59, of Danvers, peacefully passed away at home May 23, 2012 surrounded by her loved ones.

    Born in Beverly on July 31, 1952, Shirley was the daughter of the late Willard A. and late Margaret J. (D’Entremont) Olson. She grew up in Manchester-by-the Sea, MA and had lived in Danvers, MA for the last 35 years.

    The Salem News Sat, May 26
    May 26, 2012 1 Photo
  • Friday, May 25, 2012
  • Anthony Canio Civiello, 80
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    Salem — Anthony Canio Civiello, age 80, husband of Mary Lucille McIntire of Salem, died in the Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, following a long illness.

    Born in Lynn, the son of the late Canio and Teresa (Cancellara) Civiello, he was educated at the Highland Elementary School and was a graduate of the Lynn Vocational School, in the Class of 1949. Mr. Civiello joined the Army Reserve in 1949 and was placed on active duty in 1952 during the Korean War. Following his discharge in 1954, Mr. Civiello remained on reserve duty until receiving his permanent discharge in 1960.

    The Salem News Fri, May 25
    May 25, 2012 1 Photo
  • Henry J. "Hank" Mozdziez, Jr., 61
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    Beverly, MA — Henry J. Mozdziez Jr. “Hank” “Mike”, 61, passed away Tuesday May 22 at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital in Boston. Born in Salem, he is son of the late Henry Sr. and Mary “Marie” (Moynihan) Mozdziez.

    The Salem News Fri, May 25
    May 25, 2012 1 Photo
  • Robert Ouellette, 80
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    Danvers, MA — Robert Ouellette, 80, of Danvers passed away peacefully at his home on May 23, 2012. He was the husband of Frances (Karol) Ouellette with whom he shared fifty-four years of marriage.

    The Salem News Fri, May 25
    May 25, 2012 1 Photo
  • Thursday, May 24, 2012
  • Donna M. Ruskowski

    Danvers — Donna Maria Ruskowski, 55, of Danvers, died unexpectedly on Sunday morning, May 20, 2012, while traveling in Maryland. She was the wife of William Ruskowski, with whom she celebrated thirty years of marriage on May 15th.

    The Salem News Thu, May 24
    May 24, 2012

Local News
  • Man dies after leaving moving vehicle in Boxford

    State police reported this morning a man has died after leaving a moving vehicle on Interstate 95 in Boxford.

    May 30, 2012

  • Man dies after leaving moving vehicle in Boxford

    State police say a man has died after leaving moving vehicle on Interstate 95 in Boxford.

    May 30, 2012

  • Parking plan up and running A new era in downtown parking began today.
    The hourly rate for city garages has been slashed dramatically, the first of a wave of changes aimed at opening up spaces in the heart of a congested downtown by moving employees and other long-term users to the garages and the streets and lots on the perimeter of the core city.

    May 30, 2012

  • Mayor unveils $103.4M budget BEVERLY — Calling it "perhaps the easiest budget to put together that I've ever faced," Mayor Bill Scanlon last night presented a $103.4 million spending plan that calls for more money for street paving and has enough left over to establish a rainy-day fund.

    May 30, 2012

  • 120525_SN_DLE_BFGRAD3.jpg Photo Gallery: 2012 Graduations Images of the Class of 2012 for North Shore high schools, colleges and universities. Updated throughout the graduation season.

    May 20, 2012