Audrey Marie Ambrosino

Audrey Marie Ambrosino, beloved wife of Gregg Lamping, passed away after a sudden medical incident in the early hours of February 27, 2023.

Audrey had an unmatched passion for life. A fiercely loyal wife, friend, and teacher, she packed her life full of adventure, from her beginnings in the Acre of Lowell to the Orosí Valley of Costa Rica, where she lived for the last 12 years.

Born in Lowell, Massachusetts, on December 6, 1965, she was the daughter of the late Amelia “Mitzie” (Mitsopoulos) Ambrosino and the late Franklin D. Ambrosino. Audrey was educated in Lowell Schools, Class of 1983. She went on to receive a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science at Suffolk University, a Master’s Degree in Public Policy at the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University, and a Doctorate in Education at Georgia State University.

Along the way, she had a long career at the Lowell National Historical Park, beginning her time there as a high school intern to becoming the park’s public information officer. Her passions included serving as a founding member of the Women’s Week Celebrations, being a key organizer of the Lowell Folk Festival for many years, and volunteering at the Smithsonian FolkLife Festival. She also worked alongside Gregg at Folk Festivals all over the country; he as a sound engineer and she as master of all trades.

Audrey loved a good party, great jokes, and her smile, laughter, and quick-wittedness ensured everyone was welcome and had a great time. After completing her Doctorate in education and living in Atlanta together for some years, Audrey and Gregg began a new adventure in 2010 in the Restaurant business, where they served drinks, food, and had live music. Ever grateful for their newfound community, every year she and Gregg hosted many neighborhood families for their annual Christmas celebration. Along with hosting the event, they made sure that each and every child left with a gift.

In recent years she took her education stewardship to a new level by hosting students in her adopted country for a conservation and cultural exchange program. At the time of her death, Audrey was on the faculty of Georgia State University, Middlesex Community College, and Tiffin College as an online adjunct professor.

In addition to her husband, Audrey is survived by her sisters Leslie A. Ambrosino and Buffy Spencer and her brother Anthony J. Ambrosino and his wife Heidi Plouffe. She was also the sister of the late Lynne F. (Ambrosino) Kalil, as well as several nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend Audrey’s Celebration of Life to be held on Saturday May 20, 2023 at 1:00 P.M. at the UMASS Lowell Inn and Conference Center, 50 Warren St. Lowell and are also invited to her reception to follow at the Conference Center after her Celebration of Life Service. The Celebration of Life will be live streamed on this link https://youtube.com/live/Flex99G4Bx0. E-condolences at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by the O'DONNELL FUNERAL HOME - LOWELL - MA - (978) 458-8768.

Marilyn M. Figueroa Fernandez

Beloved daughter, sister, aunt;

Marilyn M. Figueroa Fernandez, 48, of Lowell, Massachusetts, passed away on Monday May 8, 2023, at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico, on August 12, 1974, she was the daughter of Carmen Gloria Fernandez and step daughter Germain Amezquita both of Lowell, MA, who survive her.

Marilyn received her education through the Lowell School system.

A beautiful daughter, sister, and aunt, Marilyn was deeply loved and enjoyed being with her family. She also enjoyed singing church songs, dancing and giving love to everybody.

Besides her parents, Marilyn is survived by four brothers: Angel Figueroa of Lowell, MA, Francisco Figueroa of Lowell, MA, Carlos Figueroa of Danvers, MA, and Jose A. Figueroa of Puerto Rico; three sisters Carmen Figueroa of Puerto Rico, Emma Figueroa of Lowell, MA, and Rosa Figueroa of Lowell, MA; She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, uncles, and aunts.

Friends may call at the O’DONNELL FUNERAL HOME, 276 PAWTUCKET STREET, LOWELL on Thursday May 11, 2023, from 4:00 to 7:00 P.M. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Graveside Service at the Westlawn II Cemetery in Lowell, MA on Friday morning at 11 o’clock. E-condolences/directions at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Funeral Director James F. O’Donnell Jr. (978)-458-8768.

John Mario Falkos Espinosa

Beloved child, sibling, and partner;

John Mario Falkos Espinosa, 41, of Lowell,Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on Thursday,April 13, 2023, at High Point Hospice House in Haverhill, MA, surrounded by those they loved. John fought Synovial Sarcoma, a rare soft tissue cancer, for ten years, and was a left-arm amputee.

John was an Attorney in private practice. John also taught Restorative Justice and Mediation at the University of Massachusetts, Lowell. John was interested in personal growth in themselves and others and was constantly striving to help others. John was a lifelong fan of science fiction and a lover of all things Star Trek. John leaves behind a legacy of love of friends, family, and community. John was interested in giving back to the Merrimack Valleyand founded the Falkos Espinosa Charitable Trust to do just that.

John was born November 19, 1981, in Stoneham, MA, to Mario L. Espinosa of Mexico, and Eugenia “Jenny” (Falkos) Espinosa of Danvers, MA, who survive them. John was a graduate of the University of Michigan School of Law, where they received their Juris Doctor degree. John also held a Master’s Degree in Peace and Conflict Studies from the University of Massachusetts, Lowell. John received their Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies from Suffolk University and an Associate’s degree from North Shore Community College.

Besides John's mother and father, John is survived by a brother: Demetri F. Espinosa of Danvers, MA. They are also survived by their partner E Larocque of Lowell, MA.John is also survived by an extended family in the U.S., Mexico, and Greece and many friends worldwide.

All Services were held privately for the family. E-condolences at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. Those wishing may make contributions in their memory to FalkosEspinosa Charitable Trust (FECT) c/o E Larocque, 141 John Street, R18, Lowell, MA 01852. Arrangements by the O'DONNELL FUNERAL HOME - LOWELL - MA - (978) 458-8768

Robert P. Phaneuf Jr.

Beloved Husband and Father

Robert P. Phaneuf Jr., 66, a Lowell resident, died unexpectedly Sunday morning April 23, 2023 at his home.  He was the husband of Kathleen Pender-Phaneuf who survives him.

Born in Lowell on February 16, 1957, he was a son of the late Robert P. Phaneuf Sr. and Patricia (O’Loughlin) Phaneuf.

Robert received his elementary education in the Chelmsford Schools and his High Schools education at Bishop Guertin in Nashua NH.  Robert graduated from Northeastern University receiving a degree in Criminal Justice.

Mr. Phaneuf worked as a Campus Police Officer at University of Massachusetts Lowell Campus and as a Security guard at Healthsouth in Lowell.

Robert was a member of the Lions Club International of Lowell and served as Past President.  He enjoyed playing golf, had a passion for reading and was an avid sports fan of Boston sports teams. Robert was well known in the area for his Sports Blog he had online called Beantownchatter.com.

He was labeled as a coffee connoisseur by many, as that was his drink of choice and met his friends afternoons at Dunkin Donuts.  Summers were spent with his family at Kennebunkport, ME and Hampton Beach.

In addition to his wife, Robert is survived by a daughter, Marykathleen E. Phaneuf, a son, Matthew R. Phaneuf, both of Lowell; two sisters, Ann Mackay and her husband David of Nantucket and Julie Kiely and her husband Jay of Swampscott; 7 Nieces and nephews, Shaughn Pender of Lowell, Kevin and Bethany Pender of Nashua,NH, Luke and Claire Mackay of Nantucket, John and Olivia Kiely of Swampscott; an aunt, Rita Broderick of Chelmsford; two brothers in law, Michael E. and his wife Donna Pender of Lowell and Brian R. Pender of Nashua,NH; a sister in law, Maura G. Pender of Danvers; goods friends Thomas Healy of Lowell, David Desmond of Tyngsboro, David Ramsey of Belmont and his loving pets, Copper and Todd.

He was the son in law of the late Edmund H and Carole (Shaughnessy) Pender and the nephew and godson of the late Eileen O’Loughlin.

Friends may call at the  O’DONNELL FUNERAL HOME, 276 PAWTUCKET STREET, LOWELL on Friday April 28, 2023 from 3:00 to 7:00 P.M.  Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Funeral Mass to be celebrated on Saturday morning at ST. MARGARET OF SCOTLAND CHURCH in LOWELL at 10 o’clock. (PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH).  Burial will be private for family at a later date.  E-condolences/directions at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com.  Those wishing may make contributions in his memory to Lowell Humane Society, 951 Broadway Street, Lowell, MA, 01854.  Arrangements by Funeral Director James F. O’Donnell Jr. (978)-458-8768.