Announcements -- Opportunities

 Richard O’Leary, father of member Ricky O’Leary, passed on April 13, 2020, at the age of 78. Born in Beverly, raised and educated in Salem, he was a leather worker then had a long and successful career as a Corrections Officer with the Essex County Sheriff’s Office and served as a Deputy Sheriff until his retirement.
 Our condolences to family and friends. 

 Joan Whelan, wife of member Dave Whelan, passed on April 15, 2020, at the age of 74. Born in Athens, Greece, she immigrated to Massachusetts at age 10. She studied literature at Boston University, fine arts at the Massachusetts College of Art, and graduated from Curry College with honors. She taught English and Fine Arts in Connecticut and Peabody. A life-long resident of the North Shore, she enjoyed art museums, traveling and attending concerts.
 Our condolences to the family and friends. 

 Mary Ellen Farrar, mother of member Sharon Russell and husband Webb, passed on May 17, 2020 at the age of 83. She was graduate of Marblehead High and the Chandler Secretarial School. She led a long and accomplished career as a realtor specializing in working with first-time buyers.
 Our sympathy to family and friends. 

  Ann Sylva Flynn, mother of member Jeff Flynn, passed on May 29, 2020 at the age of 86. A native of Marblehead, she received a teaching degree from Keene State College and taught at the Coffin School for many years. An avid sea shell collector, Marblehead historian, she took pride in attending her grand and great grandchildren’s activities.
 Our deepest sympathy to family and friends.

  Tina Forsyth, member, daughter of Life member Jim Foss, sister to member Jim Foss, Jr., passed on May 5, 2020 at the age of 51 due to complications from COVID-19. Tina was a former member of the Gerry 5 and followed the New England States Veteran Fireman’s League. She was also a lifetime member of the OKO’s.
 We extend our sincere condolences to the family and friends.

 Hooper Cutler, member, passed on June 21, 2020 at the age of 81. He was a retired fire captain with a knack for storytelling, an active lifestyle, dedication to Marblehead causes and organizations, and a town fixture as well as a true “Header. He served in the US Navy Submarine Corps during the Cold War before serving as a firefighter for 33 years. He loved people and socializing.
 We offer our deepest sympathy to family and friends. He will be missed.

  Marty Riskin, father of member Greg Riskin, passed on July 9th at the age of 83. A local artist, cartoonist and a true Marblehead character, he will be remembered for his personality as much as his talent.
 Our deepest sympathy to family and friends.

  Irene Butler, mother of Life Member Mike Butler (Carol McHugh), member Cindy Croteau, and mother-in-law of member Greg Ozoonian passed on July 13, 2020 at the age of 94. Reared and educated in Lynn and Swampscott, she worked with her husband in real estate ventures but devoted herself to her children. She loved to read, play cards, work in her garden, cook, and shop. She also loved dancing and celebrating Thanksgiving and Christmas (her favorite).
 We extend our deepest sympathy to family and friends.

  Robert Humphrey, member, passed unexpectedly on July 24, 2020, at the age of 71. Born in Marblehead and a graduate of the Clark School for the Deaf and St. Johnsbury Academy, he was an avid skier. Always inquisitive on how things work, he held various positions including making devices to assist the hearing impaired, owning a window installation and a painting company, he was also an excellent handyman. He also loved carpentry.   Our sincere condolences to family and friends  

  Judith Jacobi, widow of former member Gene Jacobi, pass on July 27, 2020 at the age of 81. Born and raised in New Jersey, she graduated with honors from Cedar Crest College and earned a Master’s at Rutgers University Graduate School of Education. She taught in New Jersey schools for many years and coaching school teams in retirement brought her to Marblehead. Actively involved in Marblehead organizations and committees, she was elected to the Board of Selectmen in 2000. She and Gene were both honored to be Rey Moulton Per of the Year recipients.   Our sympathy to family and friends.  

Joan Howlett, widow of former Life member Jeff Howlett, passed in October. Joan and Jeff were very involved in Gerry events both as loyal attendees and volunteers. Just as miss Jeff, we miss Joan.
Our deepest sympathy to family and friends.