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Joseph Lahood Obituary
ANDOVER — Joseph W. Lahood, 73, of Andover, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 7, 2010.
He was the beloved husband of Sandra (Arcidy) Lahood. Joe was raised in Lawrence and attended the public schools. He later graduated from Lowell Tech Institute and Northeastern University.
He was employed as a quality engineer/manager for over 50 years and most recently completed a 31-year career at B.A.E. Systems.
He was a lifelong parishioner of St. Anthony's Maronite Church, and also a long-standing member of the YMCA. Joe enjoyed racquetball with his friends, loved the ocean and cherished spending time with his family.
Joe is survived by his wife Sandra and two sons, Joseph D. of Andover and John W. and his wife Ileene of North Andover. He is also survived by one brother, Albert Lahood, and three sisters, Adeline Keamy, Sally Lahood, and Charlotte DiHarce. He is also survived by 12 close nieces and nephews and many lifelong friends.
ARRANGEMENTS: Family and friends may call on Friday, April 9, 2010 at the Cataudella Funeral Home, 126 Pleasant Valley St. Methuen, from 4 to 8 p.m. A celebration of Joseph's life will be held at St. Anthony's Maronite Church in Lawrence on Saturday April 10, 2010 at 10 a.m. Burial will be at St. Anthony's Cemetery. Donations may be made to The Beacon Hospice Inc. 350 Main St., Haverhill, MA 01830. For directions and online guest book, please visit our Web site at www.cataudellafh.com.
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Louise Carlson
April 10, 2010
DEEP SYMPATHY TO THE LAHOOD FAMILY
FROM THE CLASS OF '53 LAWRENCE HIGH SCHOOL .REMEMBERING JOE. WITH DEEP AFFECTION and HAPPY MEMORIES.
April 9, 2010
Dear Sandy and the entire Lahood Family:
My deepest condolences on the passing of your much loved Husband and Father.
In all of our years together at Vicor, Sandy, with all the glowing things you had to say about Joe, I felt as though I knew him so well.
May you all find comfort and peace in the days to come, as surely Joe will in Heaven.
Renee Catalano (North Andover, MA)
Betsy Harpley
April 9, 2010
Dear Sandy, Joe, John, and Illene,
Blessings and deep peace to you at this time. Sympathy and love from all of us.
Christine Hamann
April 9, 2010
Dear Charlotte and Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please accept my deepest sympathies during this time of sadness.
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April 8, 2010
To the family of Joe Lahood,
Joe was a classmate & a very nice young man during our years at L H S. We shared good times, great teachers & great conversations during those wonderful years.
May he rest in peace & GOD bless him.
Patricia (Ferris) Fraser, Hampton, Beach, N.H.
April 8, 2010
To the family of Joe Lahood- It was a great pleasure working with Joe. Always a smile on his face and always making people laugh. He will be missed
Irene and Jim Caillouette
Robin Kelly
April 8, 2010
The family of Joe Lahood - It was a pleasure and an honor to know and work with Joe. My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you all.
Beverly Brouillette-Gamlin
April 8, 2010
Sandy, Joe, John and Ilene, my heart goes out to all of you during this time of grief. May God be with you.
Lise Lahood
April 8, 2010
Dear Aunt Sandy, Joe, John, and Ileene - My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Uncle Joe was truly one of the pillars of this family and will remain so in our hearts forever. Let the wonderful memories of him guide you through this difficult time.
Much Love - Lise Lahood
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