Annemarie P. Cresswell, 63, of D'Iberville, Miss., died Wednesday, Dec. 26, 2007 in the Ocean Springs Hospital, Ocean Springs, Miss.
Mrs. Cresswell was born in Waltham on Aug. 26, 1944, a daughter of the late Leodore and Yvonne (Leger) Pomerleau.
She was a resident of D'Iberville for the past two years, formerly living in Derry, N.H. for ten years.
She was employed as a program support assistant for the VA Medical Center in Bedford for 18 years.
Mrs. Cresswell was an avid bingo enthusiast, and even worked at Taylors Bingo Hall in Windham, N.H. where she had many friends. She was an avid Red Sox fan, collected their memorabilia and also enjoyed being surrounded by her family and friends.
She is survived by her husband of 15 years, Victor Cresswell of D'Iberville; a daughter, Robin McInnis and son-in-law, William McInnis of Derry; a granddaughter, Ashley McInnis of Derry; a brother, Ronald Pomerleau and his wife Rena of Bartlett, N.H.; two nieces, Ronisue Bower and Marie Pomerleau; and three nephews, Gerald Pomerleau Jr., Michael Pomerleau and John Pomerleau. She was predeceased a brother, Gerald Pomerleau Sr., and by her nephew, Scott Pomerleau.
ARRANGEMENTS: Following cremation, visiting hours will be held on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2008 from 9 to 11 a.m. in the Peabody Funeral Homes and Crematorium, 15 Birch St., Derry with a memorial service to follow at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the VA Medical Center, Attn: Voluntary Services Department, 718 Smyth Road, Manchester, NH 03104. To send a condolence or for more information, please visit www.peabodyfuneralhome.com.
James E. Dickason, 79
James E. "Jim" Dickason, 79, of Chester, N.H., died Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2008 in the Parkland Medical Center, Derry, N.H.
Mr. Dickason was born in Lynn on Aug. 10, 1928, a son of the late Clarence and Melo (Carrow) Dickason.
Jim grew up and farmed on his family's "3 Maples" farm on Towle Road in Chester. He later went on to become a "Jack-of-all-Trades", working throughout New Hampshire.
Jim returned to Chester 21 years ago when he went to live with the McFarland family. He was a craftsman and enjoyed making miniatures, specializing in dollhouse furniture and wooden models. He was also a regular at the local flea markets and enjoyed attending functions with the Chester Senior Citizens.
He is survived by a brother, Alan Dickason and his wife Elizabeth (McGrath) Dickason of Mullica Hill, N.J.; a nephew, David Dickason of Memphis, Tenn.; three nieces, Linda Dickason of Medford, N.J., Patti Shippon of Voorhees, N.J., Lisa Semeraro of Wallingford, Pa.; five great-nieces and a great-nephew, Katie, Kristie, Elizabeth, Anthony, Christina and Nina. He is also survived by his adoptive family, Helen McFarland and her family of Chester.
ARRANGEMENTS: Visiting hours will be held from 2 to 6 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 12, 2008 at the Peabody Funeral Homes and Crematorium, 15 Birch St., Derry. Private family graveside services will be held in Center Cemetery, Sandown, N.H. in the spring. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Chester Senior Citizens, c/o Hillary Hall, 109 Derry Road, P.O. Box 109, Chester, NH 03036. To send a condolence or for more information, please visit www.peabodyfuneralhome.com.
Mahlon Wilson Donovan, 73
Mahlon Wilson Donovan, 73, of Derry, N.H., died Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2008 in Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, due to complications from a fall at his home.
Mr. Donovan was born in Derry, on Dec. 11, 1934, the son of the late James and Ina (Wilson) Donovan.
Mr. Donovan retired as a trooper from the New Hampshire State Police.
He was a communicant at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Derry where he also donated his time in the maintenance of the church.
He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Joanne Donovan of Derry; one daughter, Eileen T. Vogler and her husband William of Manchester, N.H.; and one son, Paul J. Donovan and his wife Barbara of Deerfield, N.H.; 11 grandchildren, Jason, Briana, Jacqueline, Ian, Jacob, Skylar, Michaela, Matthew, Peter, Thomas and John-Paul; six brothers; three sisters; many nieces and nephews, and many friends.
ARRANGEMENTS: Calling hours will be held on Sunday, Jan. 13, 2008 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Peabody Funeral Homes and Crematorium, 15 Birch St., Derry. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Monday at 10 a.m. in the Holy Cross Catholic Church, 187 Hampstead Road, Derry. Burial will follow in Forest Hill Cemetery, East Derry. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Holy Cross Catholic Church, Building Fund, 187 Hampstead Road, Derry, NH 03038. To send a condolence or for more information, please visit www.peabodyfuneralhome.com.
Frank J. Zysk, 60
Frank J. Zysk, 60, of Derry, N.H., formerly of Lynn, died after a brief illness on Saturday, Jan. 5, 2007 at Parkland Medical Center, Derry, N.H., surrounded by his family. He was the husband of 39 years of Katherine E. (Glynn) Zysk.
Born in Concord, N.H., he was the son of the late Frank C. and Mary (Howley) Zysk. He grew up in Lynn and graduated from Essex Agricultural and Technical School. He moved to New Hampshire over 35 years ago.
In 1966, Frank started working at the G.E. in Lynn and Wilmington, which became Ametek, Wilmington, where he worked as a quality control inspector. He served in the Mass. National Guard and was an avid gardener.
In addition to his wife, he leaves a daughter Tracey E. Zysk of North Andover; a brother, Robert Zysk of Peabody; a sister, Karen Zysk of Lynn; and several nieces and nephews. He was also the brother of the late Charles Zysk.
ARRANGEMENTS: A funeral Mass will be held on Thursday at 10:30 a.m. in St. Pius V Church, Lynn, followed by burial in Pine Grove Cemetery, Lynn. Arrangements by Cuffe-McGinn Funeral Home, 157 Maple St., Lynn. Donations in his memory may be made to Essex Agricultural & Technical High School Scholarship Fund Account, P.O. Box 362, Hathorne, MA 01937. For online guestbook, visit www.mem.com.
