Obituaries

Barry Geiman, of Swampscott, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on April 3, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with lymphoma, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness and connection. Barry was a devoted husband, father and grandfather whose life was defined by his unwavering love for his family. Born in Brooklyn, Barry was the son of the late Pearl Lippiner and Nathan Geiman. He spent four years in the Air Force and graduated from New York Institute of Technology. He worked as an…

Rita Stacey Havens, 87, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Saturday, May 9, 2026. Born and raised in Marblehead, Rita was the daughter of Donald and Mary Stacey (Haritos). She was the beloved wife of Rensselaer Havens, with whom she shared 60 years of marriage before he passed away in January 2019. She was the devoted mother of Curt Havens, Stacey Barnes, Denise Pelligrini, Michael Havens and Timothy Havens, and the dear sister of Donald Stacey, Jr., Thomas Stacey and Charles Stacey. She…

Barbara Catherine (Prosper) Kulevich, 91, of Marblehead, passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of her husband, children and family after a brief illness. Her life was defined by faith, compassion, devotion to family and an unwavering commitment to caring for others. Barbara was born in Concord and graduated from Maynard High School in 1952, where she excelled both academically and athletically. She proudly served as captain of the varsity field hockey team, played on the varsity basketball team and was elected vice president of…

Christine Coletti, age 59, of Marblehead, died peacefully on Monday April 20, 2026 after a courageous battle with ALS. Christine was born in Lynn to Richard Coletti and the late Eileen Coletti and was a graduate of Marblehead High School Class of 1984. She went on to earn an associate degree in veterinarian science at the Essex Agricultural and Technical Institute. After graduation, she was proudly employed at the Marblehead Animal Hospital for 40 years, where she gained lifelong friendships. Chris made her home in…

Dr. Barbara Carter Moore, 100, of Marblehead and Swampscott, died Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at her home in The Residence at Vinnin Square.  She was born in 1925, the daughter of John and Rhena (Tomlin) Carter. She grew up in Massachusetts and Missouri. She earned a bachelor’s degree from Bates College and an M.D. from Syracuse University. She began a career in radiology with residency training at Temple University Medical Center.  She became a prominent radiologist, serving at Roger Williams Hospital in Providence, Rhode Island,…

Joan Comfort Johnson passed away peacefully on March 24, 2026, surrounded by family and loved ones, shortly after celebrating her 95th birthday. Known as “Joanie” to those who loved her, she leaves behind a legacy defined by kindness, loyalty and generosity. Joanie truly was the heart of her family. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Herbert Alden “Augie” Johnson Jr., and her parents Lowell Rutherford Comfort and Charlotte Walrath Comfort. She is survived by her brother Robert Manning Comfort (Maureen Lewis),; her two daughters…

Margaret “Peggy” Farrell, of Marblehead, passed away peacefully at Salem Hospital on April 28, 2026, following a brief illness.  Peggy was a beloved and vibrant member of the Marblehead creative arts community. Peggy was born in Cold Spring, New York, to Raymond and Elizabeth Farrell (Rinn) in 1937, joining her sister Mary and brother Franklin. She is the beloved aunt of John and Patricia. Peggy had a love for travel, leading her to a career as a flight attendant, making many life-long friends.  Peggy started…

Anne Brayton Remington, 92, passed away peacefully at home on April, April 26, 2026. She was a long-term resident of Marblehead. Anne was born on June 29,1933, and graduated from Needham High School and the Chamberlain College in Boston with a business degree. She spent her first year out of school working in the city and saving up for a three-month trip to Europe. Her two roommates became lifelong friends. After having three children, Anne went to work for Samson Ocean Systems as a sales…

Peter Coffin Sartwell passed away peacefully on April 24. Born in 1937 in Boston, Peter spent his formative years in Baltimore, where he developed a lifelong curiosity about the world around him, leading to his academic journey. He earned his bachelor of arts from the University of Maryland and later a doctorate in education from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. He went on to dedicate his professional life to higher education, ultimately serving as an associate dean at Suffolk University. Peter C. Sartwell He also…

Richard Carter Marcy Jr., age 85, known as “Dick” or “Kit” to friends and family, passed away peacefully at home on April 23.  Dick was born in Newton to parents Richard Marcy Sr. and Polly Godfrey Marcy. The family had already settled in Marblehead, and Dick lived nearly all of his 85 years in the town. He attended Roads School and Marblehead High School before completing high school at Tabor Academy. Richard C. Marcy Jr. His lifelong love for sailing began early. By age 7,…