Jennifer (Andresen) Cipriano, 76, of Marion passed away on February 26, 2026, after a brief illness. She was the beloved wife of the late Patrick Cipriano with whom she spent 37 wonderful years. He was the love of her life.

Born in Medford, MA, to the late Robert and Florence (Hartley) Andresen. She lived most of her life in Marion.

Jennifer graduated from Old Rochester Regional High School in 1967 and University of Massachusetts at Dartmouth, formerly Southeastern Massachusetts University, in 1972 with a degree in fine arts. Jennifer was very talented within the arts. She worked in various art related positions such as a textile transfer artist in New Bedford, retail advertising artist for a large chain of stores in Newport News, Virginia, and was a freelance scrimshander for nine years with her work being sold worldwide. Jennifer moved on to have a career in customer operations and retired from Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc after 25 years of service.

After retirement, Jennifer continued her passion for art by participating in various art associations and shows. She sold many paintings, was commissioned to create a one-of-a-kind painting for a client and worked with many different mediums in her paintings. Jennifer also had a wonderful life spending time with her husband, their close friends and family. The beach was a special place for Jennifer to spend time with close friends and celebrate nature. Jennifer's other passion, photography, resurfaced during this time motivating her to take pictures of nature and then create beautiful oil paintings.

Jennifer is survived by a son, Christopher Cipriano of New Bedford, a daughter, Leisha (Cipriano) O'Brien and her husband, Neal, of New Bedford, and several cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Jennifer's visitation will be held from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm on Friday, March 13, 2026, at Chapman Funerals & Cremations - Wareham, 2599 Cranberry Hwy. Her funeral service will follow at 1:00 pm at the funeral home. Burial will be at the Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne.

Peter Alexander Borsari, 82, of Marion, passed away February 24, 2026, at home. He was the husband of Marjorie (Parker) Borsari and the son of the late Leopoldo "Paul" and Mary (Gubellini) Borsari.

He was born and grew up in Wareham before moving to Marion in 1970. Mr. Borsari graduated from Wareham High School, class of 1961. He attended Franklin Institute of Technology.

Mr. Borsari worked as a sales engineer for Instron Corporation for most of his career before retiring in 2006 at the age of 62. His "second career" was working as an assistant harbormaster for the Town of Marion and as a fulltime substitute teacher at Wareham High School. Having traveled all around the world for his career, his favorite commute was taking his skiff from Marion's Old Landing to the Town Wharf for work at the Harbormaster's office. He loved the ocean and taught us many lessons such as "bluefish bite," "just be nice," and "lets poke the nose out the harbor and see where it takes us," which usually meant the Chart Room.

Pete was affectionately known by family as "MacGyver" because of his ability to fix and repair most anything. He was accomplished at chair caning and had several projects in his basement that were in progress. Pete loved football! Coaching Pop Warner Football for the Wareham Tigers and Old Rochester Bulldogs helping build multiple championship teams. He loved animals and had rescued many stray cats and dogs over the years. Most of all, he loved his family. Gathering and celebrating. His Quahog Fests were legendary and Wednesday Pasta nights were a weekly tradition for years. Pete had an unforgettable smile but most of all, Pete was just a really good guy!

Lovingly remembered by his wife of 62 years, Marjorie (Parker) Borsari; his children, Peter Borsari and his wife, Kristen of Rochester and Lisa Allman and her husband, Ron of Needham; the grandchildren he was so proud of, Nickolas Borsari, Jonathan Borsari and Emily Allman; nephews and nieces and his beloved cat, Lily.

Visiting hours are from 4 to 6 pm on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at Chapman Funerals & Cremations - Wareham, 2599 Cranberry Hwy., Wareham.

Sung Bok Kim, of Mattapoisett, born September 1932 passed away on February 23. He retired to Mattapoisett in 2013 after a 40 year career at the State University of New York at Albany where he was a Distinguished Service Professor of History. During his years there he taught, was Department Chair and Dean of Undergraduate Studies. He was the recipient of several Chancellor's Awards for both teaching and scholarship. He also was named a Collins Fellow, an award which recognizes faculty who over a sustained period have shown extraordinary devotion to the University and the people in it.

Sung Bok came to the United States from South Korea in 1960 and began graduate studies at the University of Wisconsin. He then went to Michigan State University where he received a PhD.

American International College was his first teaching position. From there he moved to Williamsburg, Va, as a post-doctoral fellow at the Omohundro Institute sponsored by Colonial Williamsburg. Simultaneously he taught in the History Department at The College of William and Mary. His next move was to The University of Illinois.

During that period he published a book, Landlords and Tenants in Colonial New York, which dealt with the NY Manorial system. His final academic move was to Albany where he spent the rest of his career working on a book about the American Revolution.

While living in Mattapoisett he continued to write and very much enjoyed coastal living as it reminded him of where he grew up. He loved this area. He leaves his wife of 61 years, Leda; a daughter, Briana of Schoharie, NY; and twin sons, Cortland (wife Tia) and Blakeley of San Francisco, CA.

In addition to his overwhelming passion for American history, he enjoyed watching lacrosse especially when his sons were playing. He also adored the numerous Bouvier des Flandres dogs that shared his home over the years.

Arrangements are by the Saunders-Dwyer Mattapoisett Home For Funerals and will be private. For online guestbook, visit www.saundersdwyer.com.

Elizabeth A. (Jaillet) Dawson, 85, of Mattapoisett, formerly of Boxford died February 21, 2026 peacefully at Tobey Hospital surrounded by her family.

She was the wife of the late John Dawson, with whom she shared 56 years of marriage.

Born and raised in Lowell, daughter of the late Henry and Elizabeth (Tumelty) Jaillet, Elizabeth and John married in 1963 and made their home in Manchester, Connecticut. They relocated to Saugus and eventually settled in Boxford to raise their six children before retiring to Mattapoisett. Elizabeth was a graduate of St. Elizabeth's School of Nursing. She worked as a registered nurse at St. Elizabeth's Hospital, Lawrence General Hospital, Hunt Hospital and Union Hospital. In retirement, she traveled with her husband John, spent countless hours with her grandchildren, and volunteered her time as a long-term care ombudsman, a hospice aide, with St. Vincent de Paul, and Nativity Preparatory School.

Elizabeth was a devoted communicant and choir singer at St. Anthony's in Mattapoisett. She loved having coffee with friends, spending days on the beach with her grandchildren, attending Boston Symphony Orchestra concerts, and engaging with her community. She will be remembered for her consistent devotion to family before herself.

Survivors include her six children, Anne O'Leary and her husband Kenneth of Medfield, Sheila Geiger and her husband Robert of Reading, John Dawson and his wife Michele of Beverly, Maureen DiNapoli and her husband Richard of Harvard, Michael Dawson and his wife Jennifer of Sherwood, OR and Kevin Dawson and his wife Laura of East Greenwich, RI; 13 grandchildren, Caleigh and Stephen O'Leary, Jessica Echerarria and her husband Joseph, Molly and Jack Geiger, Henry, Peter and Curtis DiNapoli, Andrew and Brian Dawson, Micah, Maeve and Eliza Dawson; and several nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her grandson Daniel O'Leary and sister Lorraine Barry.

Her visiting hour will be held on Saturday, February 28th from 8 - 9 AM in the Saunders-Dwyer Mattapoisett Home for Funerals, 50 County Rd. (Rt. 6), Mattapoisett followed by her Funeral Mass at 9:30 AM in St. Anthony's Church. Burial will follow in St. Anthony's Cemetery. For online guestbook, visit www.saundersdwyer.com.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Dana Farber Cancer Institute.

Maryann Sands died peacefully on February 14th in Tobey Hospital, Wareham MA at the age of 81.

Maryann is survived by her husband Philip Sands of Marion MA, and her son Scott Zuffanti and his wife Julie of Grafton MA; as well as two sisters; Winifred Pilla of Albuquerque NM, and Deborah Lovequist of Palm City FL and three brothers; Anthony Barrett of The Villages FL, Robert Barrett of Wildwood FL, and Christopher Barrett of The Villages FL.

She is predeceased by her sister Linda Polefka of Hingham MA; brother James E. Barrett, Jr. of Wayland MA; and father and mother James E. and Elna Barrett of Newton MA.

Maryann was born on September 1st, 1944 in Newton MA to James and Elna Barrett and grew up in Newton, graduating from Our Lady Help of Christians High School.

She held various jobs during her life. She was especially fond of dog grooming for show dogs and her work housekeeping and cooking for St. Catherine's Parish in Westford MA.

Maryann loved going to the beach with her husband Phil, travelling to Maine and was an avid reader.

No services are planned at this time.

Donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at https://www.stjude.org/

Thomas P. Lovett of Weston and Marion, MA died on February 14, 2026 with his family around him. He was born in Cambridge, March 23, 1947, the son of William F. And Kathleen (Geaney) Lovett of West Roxbury. He leaves his wife of nearly 55 years, Elena H. (O'Neill) Lovett and two sons, William C. Lovett and his wife, Jacqueline (Gange) of Needham and Thomas P. Lovett, Jr. and his wife, Camila Eisenstadter of Cohasset and grandchildren, Ryan, Kaitlyn, Maya, Lia and Samuel. Tom is also survived by two brothers-in-law, Charles T. (Ted) O'Neill and J. Patrick O'Neill, both of Belmont, and a sister in law, Michaelene O'Neill McCann of York, ME. He is predeceased by brother in law, Robert K. O'Neill, and sisters in law, Suellen A. O'Neill and Maura O'Neill Walsh. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews and many cousins here and in Ireland.

He was a graduate of Catholic Memorial High School, West Roxbury, Class of 1964. He was a graduate of Fitchburg State College and received his M. Ed. From Bridgewater State College. He taught Industrial Arts for 34 years in the Schools of New Bedford, Fairhaven and E. Bridgewater, where he served as Department Chair of Industrial Arts and Home Economics and in Natick, where he served as Coordinator of Industrial Arts Co-operative Work Education. He was a builder who designed and built two homes for his family. He also owned two businesses, Tom Lovett Charters and Tom Lovett Cabinetry.

Tom, Elena and their sons sailed the New England Coast together for many years out of Sippican Harbor in Marion. They sailed the Caribbean on charted trips many times. Later, their sons' spouses and grandchildren often sailed with them. Tom also crewed on the El Greco II in the 1979 Marion to Bermuda Race.

Visiting hours will be held at the George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home, 1305 Highland Ave, Needham on Thursday, Feb. 26 from 4-7pm. His funeral will be held from the funeral home on Friday, Feb. 27 at 10am followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Joseph's Church, Needham at 11am View Live Stream. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Interment on Saturday, Feb. 28 in Little Neck Cemetery, Marion at 10am.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to: Alzheimer's Association; Att: Donor Services (Research donation); 225 N. Michigan Ave, Fl. 17; Chicago, IL 60601.

This is the live stream link: https://www-harborview-live.filesusr.com/html/fee40e_617b11c0ec089abf64bc1fa77b22869a.html#

Margaret A. Ferreira, 81, of Mattapoisett, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2026, following her courageous battle with Parkinson's disease.

Born on January 5, 1945, Margaret was raised in New Bedford, the daughter of Clinton Rimmer and Anita (Rogers) Rimmer. She was the devoted wife of Thomas Ferreira for nearly 60 years.

Margaret grew up on Mount Pleasant Lane in New Bedford with her four sisters, with whom she shared cherished holidays, birthdays, date nights, and vacations throughout her lifetime. Her childhood home became the center of Rimmer family celebrations for decades as the sisterhood's families grew.

A proud 1960 graduate of Holy Family High School, Margaret later attended Cape Cod Community College, where she met her future husband, Tom. They soon married and began their own family story. Margaret loved the charm of Cape Cod in both summer and winter and developed a deep appreciation for the ocean and the serenity of Buzzards Bay and Vineyard Sound. She also enjoyed spending time at the lake in New Hampshire. She shared this love through many family outings to Cape beaches and restaurants, encouraging her children and grandchildren to explore and enjoy the region she held so dear.

Friendship was something Margaret truly treasured. Her friends meant a great deal to her, and she had a beautiful way of remembering shared moments, laughter, and meaningful conversations.

Margaret's career was focused in the utility industry, where she worked for both New England Telephone and Eversource Energy. She valued the relationships and opportunities this work provided, including the chance to continue her education. In 1998, while working full time and attending night classes at Stonehill College, Margaret earned her Bachelor of Arts, a milestone achievement and a special moment for her.

Our mum was extraordinary in countless ways, with a spirit and energy that seemed to know no limits. She could sing, play the piano, be an artisan baker, prepare gourmet meals, play tennis, run road races, and cheer us on, both on and off the field. She was our closest confidant, our spiritual pillar, and often the one who simply listened without judgment. She was the person you wanted beside you for every meaningful moment in life, and someone of whom we are incredibly proud. She loved skiing at Mt. Sutton in Canada and found great joy in hosting dinners where family and friends felt truly welcomed. She was immensely proud of her grandchildren and cherished every moment spent with them. She always looked forward to lunches at The Pasta House with her sisters, traditions filled with laughter and connection. She embraced life fully and, above all, treasured being with her family, which was always closest to her heart.

Margaret faced Parkinson's disease with strength and grace. Though the disease progressed, her spirit continued to shine through her bright blue eyes and her enduring love for family and friends. She was the light in our lives and will be missed dearly.

Margaret is survived by her four children: Mark and his wife Darlene of Winthrop; Jane Connolly of Sandwich; Kristen Ferreira of New Bedford; and Matthew and his wife Marisa of Richmond, Virginia. She was the proud and loving grandmother of seven grandchildren: Patrick, Sean, and Jack Connolly; Meghan Seguin-Ferreira; and Ben, Beau, and Brooke Ferreira. Margaret was predeceased by her son-in-law, Sean Connolly, whose memory remains a cherished part of the family.

Her Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, February 13th at 11:00 AM in St. Anthony's Church, 26 Hammond St. Mattapoisett. For online guestbook, visit www.saundersdwyer.com.

Theodore Reed Lorentzen, 81, passed away peacefully at his home in Fairhaven, MA on February 5, 2026 after a long neurological illness. He was married to his beloved wife Barbara (Mee) Lorentzen for fifty-three years and was a devoted son, father, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend.

Born on January 4, 1945, in Boston, MA, to Clathie (Mitchell) and Eric R. Lorentzen, Ted grew up in Hull, MA and graduated from Hull High School and Drew University in Madison, NJ. At Drew he ran for the cross-country team and earned a B.A in Political Science and Sociology. After graduation in 1967, he served in the Army National Guard.

Ted worked as a truck driver for his family's trucking business for thirty-eight years. From 1974, after his father's death, he managed the business and hauled produce from ports in Newark, NJ, Albany, NY, Wilmington DE, and Bridgeport, CT for Tropical Banana Company and Stop & Shop. Upon retiring in 2006, he worked part-time as a driver and shipper for BMI Surplus in Hanover, MA until 2009.

Ted and his family lived in Hopkinton, MA for twenty-seven years and moved to Fairhaven in 2002. He joined the Coast Guard Auxiliary, Flotilla 65, and bought and restored a 17-foot catboat that he enjoyed sailing in Buzzards Bay. Fascinated by the history of Fairhaven and town politics, Ted served on what became the Marine Resources Committee for eight years and also as a Board member on the Fairhaven Improvement Committee.

Ted found great pleasure in helping many friends in his retirement, assisting in the restoration of a wooden sailboat and in building an outdoor pizza oven and kitchen, tagging along as crew on a sailing trip, and driving elderly friends to appointments. He loved making something old feel new again, be it an old house, an antique truck, a piece of furniture, or an abandoned boat. He lived his life with a spirit of generosity, kindness, good humor, and hard work.

Ted is survived by his wife, Barbara, his son Christian Lorentzen and daughter Allison Lorentzen, both of Brooklyn, NY, his sisters, Katherine Gallagher of Northport FL, and Ann Marie Richards and her husband Ricky of Hopkinton, MA, his brothers and their spouses Paul and Mary Ann Lorentzen of Hopkinton, MA, and Eric and Deborah Lorentzen of Hull, MA, and many cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, April 25th at the Unitarian Church, 102 Green Street, Fairhaven at 11am and burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Millicent Library, 45 Center Street, Fairhaven, MA 02719.

Mary Peterson O'Leary Briggs ("Mimi") July 15, 1939 - January 30, 2026

Mary Elizabeth Peterson O'Leary Briggs, known affectionately as "Mimi," passed away of natural causes on Jan. 30, 2026, in Boca Raton, FL. Mimi was born in 1939 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Jesse Dudley Peterson and Edith F. Gorman was raised in Newtown, Connecticut.

Mimi came from a family with deep historical roots. She was a descendant of Richard Warren, a passenger on the Mayflower, and was a lifetime member of the Mayflower Society and the Daughters of the American Revolution. Mimi was the great-granddaughter of Lillia E. Studebaker, daughter of John Mohler Studebaker, of the historic Studebaker family.

Mimi attended the Emma Willard School and later Wheaton College, where she graduated in 1961. Following college, she moved to Boston, where she broke barriers as one of the first women to work as an investment officer at Old Colony Trust Bank, setting the tone for a life defined by intellectual curiosity, independence and achievement.

After marrying Robert A. O'Leary, Mimi settled first in Montclair, New Jersey, and later in Princeton, New Jersey for 33 years, where she raised her three children and became engaged in the civic and social life of all-things Princeton. She was an active member of the Garden Club, the Pretty Brook Tennis Club, and Trinity Church, reflecting her love of community, athletics, and service. In 1980, she ran the New York City Marathon in under 4 hours, a personal achievement she cherished.

In addition to her community engagement, Mimi pursued advanced education, earning a Master's Degree from The New School for Social Research in New York City. She dedicated her professional career to fundraising and advancement for nonprofit and educational institutions, including Rider University, the Woodrow Wilson Foundation, the United States Equestrian Team, and NJ SEEDS, where her commitment to education, access, and opportunity left a lasting impact.

In 2003, Mimi moved to Marion, Massachusetts, to be closer to her son William and her grandchildren. True to her energetic spirit, she embraced this chapter fully in the next 20 years--playing golf and bridge, and becoming an avid croquet player. She served as Secretary of the Marion Mallet Club and took great joy in the friendships and camaraderie the club provided. At age 74, Mimi met and married Dr. Earland Briggs. Together, Mimi and Earl shared a vibrant life centered around golf, croquet, close friendships, and time at the Beverly Yacht Club. They were snowbirds for the next decade, spending summers at their home overlooking outer Sippican Harbor and winters in Tequesta, Florida, overlooking the golf course.

Mimi was predeceased by her brother, Cornelius "Pete" Peterson X. Mimi is survived by her beloved husband, Dr. Earland Briggs; her children Garrett O'Leary and his wife Lulu O'Leary of London and Dorset, England, and their children Kitty and Robert O'Leary; Liz O'Leary of Washington, DC, and her daughters Katie, Lillie, and Hopie Lovell; and William R. O'Leary III and his wife Alexandra Tolischus of Boca Raton, Florida, and their daughters Tali and Phoebe O'Leary. She is also survived by her great-granddaughter, Grace Elizabeth Kirby.

Mimi will be remembered for her intellect, warmth, competitive spirit, dedication to education and service, and her unwavering love for her family. Her vibrant personality and beaming smile gave those around her a zest for life. Mimi's life was marked by curiosity, courage, and connection, and she will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Stephen E. Perry, 81, of Mattapoisett passed away Monday, January 26, 2026 at home surrounded by love after a brief illness. He was the husband of the late Drusilla L. (DePina) Perry, with whom he shared 47 years of marriage.

Raised in Cataumet, son of the late William and Florence (Perry) Barrows, he lived in Mattapoisett for most of his life.

Stephen attended New Bedford High School until he left at age 17 to enlist in the United States Marine Corps. He loved being a Marine and served honorably for many years, both active duty and as a reservist, retiring as a Master Gunnery Sergeant.

He was formerly employed as a building and grounds supervisor for the Town of Marion for many years until his retirement.

Stephen enjoyed time spent with family, friends, and his beloved dog, Cash. He was an avid golfer and loved traveling, listening to music, and watching sports, especially the Boston Celtics.

Survivors include four sons, Anthony Perry and his wife Melanie, Brandon Perry, Shawn Perry, and Stephen Perry; his daughter, Charnelle Perry; two brothers, Donald and Jack Barrows; five grandchildren, Mikenzie Perry, Jason Perry, Ella Perry, Charlotte Perry, and Shawna Rose Pires.

He was predeceased by his brother, Ronald Barrows.

His Funeral Mass will be held Friday, February 6, 2026 at 12 Noon at St. Anthony's Church, 26 Hammond St., Mattapoisett, with everyone invited to meet directly at Church. Visiting hours are omitted and burial at the Massachusetts National Cemetery will be private. For directions and guestbook, visit www.saundersdwyer.com.