Obituaries

Dennis Paul Curtin, known affectionately to everyone as "Denny," of Marblehead, and veteran of the United States Air Force, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2026, at Massachusetts General Hospital with his loved ones by his side. He will be greatly missed for his warmth, humor and spirit of service to the community he so deeply cherished.  Born on Jan. 30, 1941, to the late Paul and Dorothy Curtin in Williamsville, NewYork, Denny answered the call to serve his country as a member of the…

           Norman Ketola, born February 5, 1938, in Morristown, New Jersey, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2026.  Norm grew up in Brooklyn, New York, and as a young boy he and his childhood friends were often up to great mischief: riding their motorcycles, making zip guns, going to dances throughout Brooklyn and New York City. He and his friends drove across the U.S. at the age of 17 with a big Studebaker complete with running boards, taking jobs…

Paul Richard Cutler, 72, a resident of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, but forever a Marbleheader, passed away on Wednesday, July 22, with his unwavering wife of 29 years, Susan Cutler, by his side. Paul was the son of the late Philip Cutler and Elsie. Paul R. Cutler A former Marblehead Magician on the basketball court and football field, Paul was most at home by water, whether at sea or by the pool, surrounded by family and close friends. He especially enjoyed playing volleyball in his…

It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Carol V. Cote on July 6, surrounded by the love of her family. Carol grew up in Manasquan, New Jersey, where she developed the warmth, kindness and sense of humor that defined her throughout her life. She attended Centenary College in New Jersey, where she formed lifelong friendships and embraced the values that guided her through the years. Carol V. Cote Throughout her career, Carol worked as an administrative assistant at several leading…

The world — and the Knittle family — have lost a beautiful and gentle light. Emma Catherine Knittle, of Marblehead and Allston, Massachusetts, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, July 13, 2026, at the age of 28. Born in Salem, Massachusetts, on March 11, 1998, Emma brought immeasurable joy to her family from the moment she arrived, completing the family alongside her two older brothers. Emma possessed a radiant smile, a compassionate heart, and a gentle, sensitive spirit. She approached life with boundless energy, curiosity and…

Bob died during the night of July 10-11 in his Marblehead home, after a day of yard work, preparing the boat, golfing and enjoying the sunset from the Corinthian porch. A day well lived that was one of many in a life well lived. He is survived by his loving wife, Elizabeth Haran, and his son, Scott Leslie. Married for 45 years, Bob and Beth were truly devoted to one another. They especially enjoyed adventure travel, some of Bob’s favorites were biking in South Africa,…

Edward Michael McCarthy of Marblehead passed away on Monday, July 13, 2026. He was 87 years old. He was the devoted husband of Joan Carver McCarthy, who predeceased him. Edward grew up in Marblehead and was the son of the late John C. and Mary F. McCarthy. He was a graduate of St. John’s Preparatory School, Class of 1956, and received a bachelor’s degree from Villanova University in 1961. Edward M. McCarthy Edward had an over-30-year career as a regional sales and distribution manager for…

Charles "Chuck" Adams, 83, of Marblehead, passed away on July 9, 2026. Born on March 9, 1943, in Northfield, Vermont, he was a man of boundless curiosity, generous spirit and skilled hands who left his mark on everyone fortunate enough to know him. Chuck grew up in Seabrook, New Hampshire, where some of his happiest early memories were made: great friends, a two-room schoolhouse and the kind of freedom that saw a boy of 12 driving his mother's car around their field. From as far…

Nancy Foss, a longtime resident of Marblehead, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, July 8.  Nancy was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, the daughter of Edward MacArthur Noyes II and Winifred McAleer Noyes. Nancy was a 1967 graduate of Wyoming High School in Wyoming, Ohio, and Yale University in 1971. Nancy Foss She moved to Marblehead after college and worked for Hood Foam and the Berringer Corporation before becoming an accountant for the Marblehead school system, where she worked until her retirement in 2006.…

David James Hill, 77, passed away on July 7, 2026, of complications from Parkinson’s disease. David was born in Olean, New York, to R. James Hill and Marion Cushman Hill. He attended Georgetown University before getting his J.D. from Harvard Law School. He is predeceased by his parents and his younger sister, Patricia Bjornsti. He is survived by his wife Louise (Blanchard) Hill of Marblehead; two sons, Matthew Hill and Warren Hill; and his sister, Carole Lopez of Dayton, Ohio. David J. Hill While studying…