Douglas & Johnson Funeral Home

Kenneth Akerley

Jun 7, 2026

Kenneth Akerley, 88, of Salem, NH, passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2026. He was a devoted family man, proud veteran, and tireless community volunteer whose kindness and leadership touched countless lives.

Ken grew up in Charlestown, MA, the son of the late Catherine and George Akerley. He served in the US Marines. Ken...

Phyllis Geyer

Jun 7, 2026

Phyllis Geyer, 86, of Raymond, NH, passed away peacefully on June 7, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of faith, love, creativity, and kindness.

Born and raised in Florida, Phyllis graduated from Bay High School and carried the warmth and hospitality of her southern roots throughout her life. She was a gifted cook whose meals...

Trudy Tilton

May 30, 2026

Trudy Tilton, 75, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and dedicated community volunteer, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2026 at Salemhaven.

She grew up in Wakefield, MA and graduated from Wakefield High School. She went on to attend beauty school. She enjoyed a long career as a talented hairdresser at Mr. Takis, where she...

William "Bill" Gorman

May 26, 2026

William "Bill" Gorman, of Salem, NH passed away peacefully surrounded by family on May 26, 2026 after battling heart disease for several years. His strength, fortitude and "never give up" attitude will forever be remembered by his loved ones.

Bill was originally from Dorchester, MA and always told anecdotes about growing up there. Some...

Eleanor A. Goulkin

May 23, 2026

Eleanor Goulkin (Grande, Gagne), 89, of Dracut, MA, passed away peacefully Saturday, May 23.  She was the beloved wife of her second husband, the late Theodore Goulkin, with whom she shared many devoted years of marriage.

Born and raised in Lowell, MA, Eleanor was known for her warm heart, kind spirit, sense of humor...

Maria Teresa Raposo

May 22, 2026

Maria Teresa Raposo, 68, a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully at Beth Israel Hospital, surrounded by her loving family after a short battle with cancer. Born in São Miguel, Azores, she immigrated to the United States in 1973, where she built a life filled with love, adventure, and joy. She was the cherished daughter...

Patricia Blodgett

May 20, 2026

Patricia Blodgett, 84, of Worcester MA passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2026.

Patricia Marsland was born in Lawrence MA, graduated from Methuen High School, and married Bill Blodgett in 1965. Over the years she worked at Raytheon and GOAL/QPC and raised a family in Salem NH.  One of her favorite volunteer roles was...

John Morin

May 8, 2026

John Morin, 79, of Manchester, NH passed away on May 8, 2026 at Elliot Hospital. He was raised in Lawrence and was a proud graduate of Lawrence High School.

John worked for 40 years as a dedicated production worker for the Coca Cola Company, where he was known for his strong work ethic and...

Hanna Wakim

May 8, 2026

Hanna (John) Wakim, 98, of Dracut, MA passed away peacefully on May 8, 2026 at his daughter's home in Salem, New Hampshire.

Hanna was born on December 23, 1927 to George and Mariam Wakim of Mieh Mieh, a little village on a hill east of Sidon, Lebanon, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.  Although in his...

John Arsenault

May 1, 2026

John D. Arsenault, 69 of Salem, NH, entered into eternal rest May 1, 2026 at Mass General Hospital in Boston, MA.  John was born in Stoneham, MA and lived briefly in Everett before moving with his family to Somerville where he graduated from Somerville High School.  Following high school John went on to earn his engineering degree and...