All Obituaries

On March 12, 2026, the inimitable Joan E. Duda passed out of this life. She was a person of boundless intelligence, deep caring and sharp wit. Across her life’s journey of 91 years, she inspired many with proficient teaching, outstanding athletic skill and constant kindness. Courageous and practical in equal measure, Joan was a lifelong learner and encouraging teacher. She attended Mount Saint Mary Academy and Mount Saint Mary College in Manchester, NH, completed her Master’s ...

Charles J. Galanis, 79, died on March 6, 2026, after a brief illness.  He is survived by his wife Sandra (Woodworth) Galanis.  Born in Ipswich on February 14, 1947; he was the son of the late John and Christine (Gianakis) Galanis.       Chuck was a graduate of Ipswich High School, Class of 1965.  He was a longtime electronic technician civil servant for the US Air Force at Hanscom Air Force Base.  He was an avid baseball player and enthusiast. ...

Anne L. Perkins, 99, wife of the late Robert P. Perkins, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, February 21, 2026. She was born at Cable Hospital in Ipswich on July 19, 1926, the daughter of the late Howard J. Blake and Lucy L. (Bailey) Blake. Anne had a deep love for Ipswich, which she affectionately called “God’s Country.” She grew up at 17 High Street, where she had fond memories of skating on Bakers Pond and sledding down Manning Street with friends. ...

Allen Richard Gromko, a man of endless curiosity, master craftsmanship, and deep devotion to his family, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2026. Al’s story truly began in an art class at Tenafly High School in New Jersey, where he met the love of his life, Eileen. They were married on December 28,1966, embarking on a journey of nearly 60 years together.  After living in Erie, Pennsylvania, and Stratford, New Jersey, Al followed his heart to New England. In 1979, he accepted ...

“ “Doug”, Douglas Martin Manning passed away surrounded by those he loved on February 15, 2026. He was the son of “Bill” William James Manning and “Pat” Marion Patricia Martin Manning. Doug was born on April 25, 1957 in Cable Memorial Hospital in Ipswich, MA. He was a life-long Ipswich resident – with a short stint in Epping, NH.    As a youth, Doug was active in the Boy Scouts and saved the money he earned as a paper boy to ...

Patricia E. (Pasek) Balboni, 88, wife of the late Louis A. Balboni, Jr., died Tuesday morning  February 10, 2026  at her home.  Born in Beverly on  September 24, 1937  she was the daughter of the late Harry E. and Avis (Cook) Balboni.      Patricia married her husband Louis in Beverly and were married for 37 years until his death on  July 14, 2001.  She was employed by the Town of Ipswich as a bus driver for 16 years.  Later she ...

Stanley W. Colburn, 92, died Friday afternoon  February 6, 2026  in the Kaplan Family Hospice House in Danvers after a brief illness.  He was the husband of the late Lillian G. (Higgins) Colburn.  Born in Boston on  August 15, 1933  he was the son of the late Stanley and Elizabeth A. (Bellinger) Colburn.       Mr. Colburn was raised in Reading.  He was a graduate of  Norwich University.  Mr. Colburn was a former employee ...

Lillian May Wilson, 92, died Tuesday  February 2, 2026  at her home in Ipswich.  She was the wife of  the late Cregg Wilson. Lillian is survived by her son, David Wilson of Ipswich. For the complete obituary, please visit  lillianwilson.com .

Carol D. (Ferguson) Roberts, 79, wife of the late Charles H. Roberts, Sr., died Saturday afternoon  January 31, 2026  in the Beverly Hospital.  Born in Gloucester on  July 9, 1946  she was the daughter of the late Robert R. and Doris (Kain) Ferguson.      Carol loved nature.  She and her husband liked to go to North Conway, NH to search for bears.  Carol loved her family.  She enjoyed seeing her grandchildren.  She also loved ...

Weymouth M. Atkinson, Jr., 74, died Tuesday, January 20, 2026 in Nashville, Tennessee, following a brief illness, with his beloved partner, Deborah Campbell, by his side. He is also survived by his daughter, Stephanie (Atkinson) Tanguay and her husband, Dan, of Haverhill; his grandchildren, Isabella and Noah Tanguay; his sister, Hazel McNeil; and several nieces and nephews.   Born in Ipswich on December 21, 1951, he was the son of the late Weymouth M. Atkinson, Sr. and Jacquelyn ...