Corinne M. Murphy

Beloved mother and grandmother;

Corinne M. (Murphy) Murphy, 94, of Lowell, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on Tuesday September 28th, 2021, at Lowell General Hospital.

She was the loving wife of the late Robert A. Murphy, and a long-time resident of White Plains, NY.

Born in Syracuse, New York, May 15th, 1927, the daughter of the late Francis P. and the late Agnes (Greene) Murphy, she was educated in the Syracuse school system.

Corrine received her Bachelor’s Degree and Master’s Degree in Art History at Syracuse University.

Prior to her retirement, Corinne was a Director with the Arts Programing and Education for the Girl Scouts of the USA in New York City.

Along with her love of Girl Scouting, Corrine also enjoyed music, specifically opera, art with the focus of Folk art, and most importantly the love of being around her family.

She is survived by her daughter Kathleen Murphy her husband Peter Teto of Littleton, MA; two sons, Christopher Murphy and his wife Lily of Honolulu, Hawaii, and Brian Murphy and his wife Molly Wingate of Manitou Springs, Colorado; four grandchildren Kyle and Clare Teto and Gavin and Aidan Murphy; along with many nieces and nephews.

Corinne is predeceased by her two brothers Francis and Edward Murphy.

MURPHY- All services were held privately for the family. E-condolences at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. Those wishing to make contributions in her memory to the Girl Scouts of the USA. Arrangements by the O’DONNELL FUNERAL HOME-LOWELL-MA-(978) 458-8768.

Joseph L. Kadir

Beloved uncle, grand uncle and great grand uncle

Joseph L. Kadir, 87, of North Chelmsford, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on Saturday October 16, 2021, at his home after a brief illness.

He was the loving husband of the late Teresa (Husson) Kadir who died July 14, 2011.

Born in Lowell, Massachusetts, March 13, 1934, a son of the late Allie and the late Mary Ellen (Keefe) Kadir, he attended Lowell schools and was a graduate of the Lowell Trade School (nka Greater Lowell Technical High School).

A veteran of the Korean War, Joe proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Air Force.

Prior to his retirement, Joe was a Highway Foreman for the City of Lowell Department of Public Works for many years.

Joe especially enjoyed the company of family and friends, trips to Foxwoods and his membership with the American Legion in Boston, Post 0462.

He is survived by his nephews and nieces Richard Olivieri, Dr William Husson, Dr Michael Husson, Jim Husson, Roseanne Husson Galvin, Paul Husson, Jeffrey Husson, Nancy Husson, Karen Husson Hopkinson, and Joe Husson; and many adoring great nieces and nephews as well as grand-great nieces and nephews. and his step-son Butch Patenaude of Lowell.

He also leaves behind many fans of his extraordinary joke telling and impersonations especially of Rodney Dangerfield.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Committal Services and burial on Thursday October 21, 2021, at the Westlawn Cemetery in Lowell (Section 24) at 11 o’clock. E-condolences/directions and full obituary at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. Those wishing may make contributions in his memory to the charity of one’s choice. Arrangements by the O’DONNELL FUNERAL HOME – LOWELL – MA – (978) 458-8768.

Helena S. Riney
Beloved mother, grandmother, and sister

Helena (Saunders) Riney of Concord, Massachusetts, died peacefully on Sunday, October 10, 2021, at the age of 92 with family by her side.

For over 50 years she was the loving wife of William Edward Riney until his death in 2001.

Helena was born to Albert L. Saunders and Mary (Carroll) Saunders in North Andover, Massachusetts.  The youngest of four children, she was a 1946 graduate of North Andover High School, attending Boston University for just one year. Financially unable to continue college, she attended the St. Elizabeth’s School of Nursing, graduating with her R.N. degree in the spring of 1950.  Following a brief time caring for newborns at Boston City Hospital, she wed William E. Riney (Bill) on November 25, 1950 and paused her nursing career.

Together, Helena and Bill raised seven children in Chelmsford, Massachusetts, in a busy and boisterous home.  Helena was the calm in the storm, radiating serenity amid the chaos of a large family. She was smart, highly organized, and energetic, with incredible stamina. Seemingly effortlessly, she juggled all the moving parts of a nine-member household, sometimes augmented by an additional teenager in need of refuge.  And through it all, she was unfailingly patient, loving, and fair.

Helena loved to learn and experience new things. She learned to play tennis at age 40, developing a new passion.  At age 44 she returned to work in the health care field and for 12 years was responsible for Housekeeping and Infection Control at Tewksbury State Hospital.  While working full time, Helena went back to college at night, earning her long-denied bachelor’s degree in psychology from New England College at the age of 55.  And at age 60, free of the constraints of working and raising children, she embarked on a global traveling spree spanning 20 years and six continents.

Anyone who knew Helena will remember her for her open and generous heart, her interest in each person with whom she spoke, the laughter and kindness in her    green eyes, and her words of wisdom. She was a wonderful daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She was very much loved by all and will be greatly missed by her children and grandchildren.

Helena is survived by her four daughters, Anne F. Riney and her husband Myles Schumer of New York City, Susan Riney Miller and her husband Thomas Miller of Concord, MA, Catherine E. Riney and her husband Daniel Gallagher of Tyngsboro, MA, and Margaret R. Beaulieu and her husband Richard of Palmetto, FL; her three sons, Michael E. Riney and his wife Nancy of Sarasota, FL, James D. Riney and his wife Loretta Berardinelli of Venice, FL, and Kevin R. Riney and his wife Joyce of Kingston, NH; five loving grandchildren, Erin, Megan, and Patrick Riney and Benjamin and Samuel Miller; and four nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to gather for a Funeral Mass at St. Mary Parish, 25 North Road, in Chelmsford on Monday, October 18, 2021, at 11 am (masks are encouraged), followed by her burial at Pine Ridge Cemetery in Chelmsford.

E-condolences/directions at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to St. Jude Children’s Hospital at www.stjude.org. Arrangement by the O’Donnell Funeral Home, Lowell, MA, 978-458-8768.

Jean M. Curtis`

Beloved wife, sister, and aunt;

Jean M. (Gallivan) Curtis, 67, of Lowell, Massachusetts, passed away

peacefully on Wednesday, October 6th, 2021, after a brief illness surrounded

by her loving family at Lowell General Hospital.

In June 1979, she married her beloved husband Thomas M. Curtis, Jr.

Soulmates and partners for five decades, their abundance of love was evident

to all lucky enough to be near “T+J”.

Born in Brighton, Massachusetts, April 7, 1954, she was the daughter of the

late Joseph A. and the late Frances (Honan) Gallivan. Growing up in

Winthrop, Jean could be found at the CYO and at the beach. She enjoyed the

Drum Corp and was a Color Guard Captain for the St. John’s Missiles.

Following graduation from Winthrop High School in 1972, she received her

Associates Degree from the Katharine Gibbs School. Jean was an Executive

Assistant for over 37 years at the Massachusetts Housing and Finance Agency

in Boston.

Between the office and her family, Jean was known for her organizational

skills and pension for detail. She crossed every “t”, dotted every “i” and

did it dressed with fabulous accessories - no doubt 75% off “bahgins” from

Filene’s Basement where she was a devoted daily shopper.

Spring, summer and fall, Jean was an avid gardener. From Medford to Lowell,

her gardens were legendary. Her backyard oasis was a favorite gathering

place for family and friends.

To her nieces and nephews, she was Auntie Jean - the forever “cool aunt”.

She passed on the family traditions of quick-wit, finding a good deal, being

organized and, most importantly, selflessness.

Jean’s caring personality extended beyond her immediate circle of family

and friends. She enjoyed spending time in her community volunteering for the

Wish Project and the Merrimack Valley Food Bank in Lowell.

Besides her husband, Jean is survived, her brother Paul Gallivan and his

wife Laura from Milton, MA; four sister-in laws, Catherine Gallivan from

Winthrop, MA; Kathleen Loane and her husband David from York, ME; Maureen

Clark and her husband Mark from Eliot, ME; Joanne O'Brien and her husband

Garry of Reading, MA; and many loving nieces and nephews. She is also

survived by her many dear friends and extended family members.

She was also predeceased by three brothers James, John, and Joseph

Gallivan.

Friends may call at the O'DONNELL FUNERAL HOME 276 PAWTUCKET ST. in LOWELL

on Friday October 15th, 2021, from 3 to 7 P.M. (Masks are required for

entrance to the Funeral Home). Relatives and friends are invited to attend

her Funeral Mass to be celebrated on Saturday at the IMMACULATE CONCEPTION

CHURCH in LOWELL at 10 o’clock (Masks are strongly encouraged) followed by

her burial at St. Mary Cemetery in Tewksbury. Please dress as colorfully as

Jean’s gardens. E-condolences/directions at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com.

Those wishing may make contributions

in her memory to the Merrimack Valley Food Bank, PO Box 8638, Lowell, MA

01853 or the Wish Project at PO Box 8693, Lowell, MA 01853. Arrangements by

Funeral Director James F. O'Donnell, Jr. (978)-458-8768.