MARBLEHEAD - Doris Helga (Monahan) Meehan, 94 of West Newbury, formerly of Marblehead passed away on August 21, 2023. Doris was the beloved wife of the late John Meehan with whom she shared 49 years of marriage.
Born in Marblehead, Doris was the daughter of the late Thomas and Helga (Halvorsen) Monahan.
She was the devoted mother of Pete Meehan and his wife Jeannie, NH, Bob Meehan and his late wife Cathy, the late Susan Meehan and the late John Meehan and his surviving wife Patty Meehan; the cherished grandmother of Julie, Jay, Kelly, Ryan and Colin; dear sister of Thomas, Karl and Betty Monahan. She is also survived by 7 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Doris grew up in Marblehead, graduated from Marblehead High School with the Class of 1947. She raised her family in Marblehead and Danvers. She especially cherished her time spent at family gatherings.
Doris was always more than willing to offer time and help with family, and with a smile. She was an avid reader and loved doing puzzles. She loved the outdoors; from swimming, gardening, hiking and skiing. In fact, she met her husband, John at the Skimeisters Club as they were both members.
Visiting Hours will be held on Friday, September 1st from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Eustis & Cornell of Marblehead, 142 Elm Street followed by a Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. Our Lady, Star of the Sea Church, 85 Atlantic Avenue, Marblehead, MA. Interment will follow at Waterside Cemetery, Marblehead.
In lieu of flowers, may be made in her memory Brigham Health and Rehabilitation Center, 77 High St., Newburyport, 01950.
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