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Pamela A. (O'Donnell) Barry, of Andover, Massachusetts, the beloved wife of Kevin J. Barry, passed away peacefully at the age of 66 on August 1, 2022. Born in Lowell, Massachusetts, she was the daughter of the late Atty. Thomas J. and the late Ann M. (Muras) O'Donnell.
A graduate of Lowell High School (1974), Pam was the Colonel of the Girl Officers. She earned a B.S. in Communication Disorders from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst (1978) and continued her education with advanced degrees from Northeastern University (M.S. Ed. in Speech and Hearing Science, 1981) and the University of Massachusetts, Lowell (CAGS in Reading and Language, 2001). Pam was a speech and language pathologist for Tewksbury Public Schools for 5 years, before becoming a literacy specialist for Lowell Public Schools in 2000 and retiring in 2015.
Pam cherished her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends on the beach in Seabrook, New Hampshire, and Jensen Beach, Florida, and had a lifelong love for reading and crossword puzzles. Pam was a communicant of the Immaculate Conception Church, Lowell and St. Robert Bellarmine Church, Andover.
Besides her loving husband of 44 years, Kevin, she is survived by her five children, Kevin Barry (Robyn) of Newton, MA, Jacqueline (Barry) Druckman (Matthew) of Melrose, MA, Patrick Barry of Andover, MA, Michael Barry of Medford, MA, and Lauren Barry of Andover, MA; six grandchildren; Elliana, James and Vivienne Barry and Oliver, Charlie and Emma Druckman; three siblings, Thomas (Tod) O'Donnell (Gail Lantagne) of Tewksbury, MA, Debbie McLaughlin (Thomas) of Andover, MA and Mark O'Donnell and his late wife Virginia (Roper) of Lowell, MA. Pam also leaves her nieces, nephews, and cousins as well as many dear friends, notably Nancy Burke of Andover, and Patricia Hayes of Chelmsford.
Pam's family would like to express their appreciation to the excellent staff of Massachusetts General Hospital oncology department, including Dr. Colin D. Weekes, Laurie Miller, N.P., and Hilary D'Arcangelo, R.N. as well as the caregivers at Merrimack Valley Hospice.
Family and friends are invited to gather for her Memorial Visitation to be held on Friday, August 5, 2022, at the IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CHURCH 144 East Merrimack St. in Lowell, MA from 8:30 to 10:45 A.M., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 A.M. Her burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery in North Tewksbury. E-condolences/directions at www.odonnellfuneralhome.com. Please consider a donation in her memory to either the Immaculate Conception Church Restoration Fund, 3 Fayette Street, Lowell, MA 01852 or the Monastery of Saint Clare, 445 River Road, Andover, MA 01810. Arrangements by O'DONNELL FUNERAL HOME – LOWELL – MA (978) 458-8768.
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Andrew Smith
October 13, 2022
I think that she was such a nice person and I think that her husband and her kids are so nice
Donna Kowalski - Houston
August 25, 2022
I remember with much happiness the times when we were kids and your family would come to Texas to visit your Aunt Ro & AJ and we would all gather together. Fun times at the beach! Much live to your family and the O'Donnell. Bless you!
Katie & Bob Shannon
August 4, 2022
Dear Kevin, Patrick, Michael, Lauren, Kevin & Jackie,
We are both so broken-hearted for your loss. Pam was a wonderful wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother and friend to many. We have many fond memories of her and she will always have a very special place in our hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Rest in peace Pam.
Love ,
Katie & Bob Shannon
Cheryl Cloutier
August 4, 2022
My deepest sympathy to Pam's family. I was a Literacy Specialist with her, and found her to be the loveliest of women, a friend and an excellent colleague.
Carol Sullivan
August 4, 2022
Pam was Debbie´s beautiful little sister to me growing up! My heart goes out to you Kevin and your entire family for the loss of your precious Pam. God Bless you all during this very sad and difficult time. Carol
Kathy Breen and family
August 4, 2022
Dear Kevin, We are all saddened to learn of Pam´s passing. We remember her sweet demeanor and kind, beautiful smile. Kevin, we will pray for you and your family´s strength and courage and eventual peace in the knowledge you will all be with Pam again.
Sincerely,
The Breens
Kathy, Jack, Quinn and Juliah
Annie O´Connor
August 4, 2022
Very sorry to hear of Pam´s passing. She was always fun and friendly to everyone growing up and in high school. I enjoyed seeing her in more recent years to catch up. Wonderful person
Sonny and Sheila Emerson
August 3, 2022
To the O'Donnell family we are so sorry to see your sister Pamela has passed. May she Rest In Peace now and forever
Steve And Ellen Travers
August 3, 2022
Kevin and family,
Very sad to hear of Pam´ s passing. I know she went through a lot throughout her illness, as did you by her side at every step. There is no fairness in life; bad things shouldn´t happen to good people. You two were great together. Stay strong.
Michael & Therese Brown
August 3, 2022
Dear Kevin & family, we are so sorry to hear about Pam! We miss seeing you both walking the beach! Thinking of you all !
Jack and Paula Grady
August 3, 2022
Dear Kevin and family, our deepest sympathy to all of you. We have such fond memories of Pam at Seabrook Beach. She always had such a beautiful smile and kind words for all.
Barry Paletta
August 3, 2022
Dear Kevin and family, our deepest sympathies for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mary and Barry Paletta
Marion E. O´Hearn
August 3, 2022
Such sad news. Much sympathy to Family and Friends.
Carol and Brian Holbrook
August 2, 2022
Kevin and family...So truly sorry for the loss of your Pam. She was such a beautiful person, inside and out. I will miss her gentle demeanor and her beautiful smile. She was so proud of her children and grandchildren and Kevin, you two were a match made in heaven. Regretfully, we are unable to attend her service but please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. May she Rest In Peace.
Julianne Munoz
August 2, 2022
God bless you Mrs. Barry. You will me missed but I´ll smile every time I think of you. So much love to all the Barrys! Xoxo, Julie, Carlos & Josie
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