McGaffigan Family Funeral Home

02/27/2026

The Traditional Cremation is a fitting tribute to a life fully lived, offering a space for every expression of love and remembrance, all without the need for burial. To learn more, call Funeral Director Michael McGaffigan at McGaffigan Funeral Home, (978) 433-2100.

02/25/2026

Preplanning puts you in control of the details and takes the weight off your family. Call (978) 433-2100 to speak with Owner and Funeral Director Jack McGaffigan at McGaffigan Funeral Home and begin creating a plan that reflects your life and your values.

02/23/2026

At McGaffigan Funeral Home, we know funeral service matters because families need guidance, structure, and a calm presence when decisions feel heavy. Our role is to bring clarity and care to moments that require both. That responsibility is at the heart of what we do.

02/21/2026

Lori Ann (Hickey) Bancroft

Lori Ann (Hickey) Bancroft, 63, of Pepperell, MA passed away peacefully on Friday, January 30, 2026 at Southern New Hampshire Medical Center, surrounded by family. She was born September 10, 1962, in Cambridge, MA, daughter of the late Elaine C. Hickey and her surviving father, John “Jack” Hickey. Lori cherished family deeply and adored sharing stories of her children and grandchildren with those around her. She had a great joy for preserving and sharing family traditions, from holiday celebrations at...

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02/21/2026

Kathryn Ann (Haapola) Whittier

Kathryn Ann (Haapola) Whittier, age 81, of Pepperell, died unexpectedly at her home on February 19, 2026. She was born in Fitchburg on April 20, 1944, the only daughter of Olavi and May G. (Wennberg) Happola. Raised in Fitchburg, she attended the local schools and graduated from Fitchburg High School. She went on to work at NEBS as a secretary for Dick Mack. While at NEBS, she met Wesley Whittier, and they were married on November 27, 1970 at Emanuel...

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02/20/2026

McGaffigan Funeral Home is dedicated to providing a caring and compelling environment for life celebrations. We're also dedicated to offering the best funeral value possible. For pricing, call (978) 433-2100.

02/18/2026

Robin (Farmer) Reading

Robin (Farmer) Reading, 62, of Pepperell, MA, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 13, after a long and difficult battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Robin was born in Lowell in 1964 to George and Dorothy “Dotty” (Pellerin) Farmer. She attended North Middlesex Regional High School before studying at Wellesley College. After graduating, Robin worked at the Renaissance Bedford Hotel while getting her teaching degree at Rivier University. For over 20 years, Robin taught 6th-grade science at the John F. Ryan Elementary...

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02/18/2026

Our facilities provide rich diversity, from comfortable rooms and quiet corners to a picturesque chapel, offering a peaceful setting. We welcome you to McGaffigan Funeral Home, where you can confidently celebrate a life well-lived. Call (978) 433-2100 to learn more.

02/16/2026

A watch. A ring. A favorite song. A quiet habit only the family would recognize. At McGaffigan Funeral Home, we help families reflect on what made their loved one unique, so the service feels personal, not generic, because honoring a life means paying attention to the details that tell its story.

02/13/2026

Healing can happen when there's a heart ready to hear. At McGaffigan Funeral Home, a Funeral Attendant like Rick Layne will do just that, because a compassionate ear can be the first step to finding peace. (978) 433-2100

02/12/2026

Debra Dee (Douglas) Straight

Debra Dee (Douglas) Straight passed away peacefully on February 8, 2026, in her family home in Pepperell, MA, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born in Plattsburgh, NY, on July 16, 1957, the daughter of Thomas and Ava (Tuttle) Douglas. Debbie lived a life full of dedication and service. She built a respected career working for Manning’s Law firm in Au Sable Forks, and she served alongside attorneys Kevin Ryan and Kevin Peryer in Plattsburgh, as well as Barry...

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02/11/2026

Making decisions after a death can make families feel like they're in a maze. That's why they need someone they can rely on, someone they can trust, and someone who can direct them through the process. At McGaffigan Funeral Home, that's someone like Funeral Director Michael McGaffigan. (978) 433-2100