Eileen Dineen

Eileen Dineen obituary

Eileen Dineen

Eileen Dineen Obituary

Visit the Murphy Funeral Home - Salem website to view the full obituary.
Ms. Eileen "Lee" Marie Dineen, age 77, died peacefully on April 1, 2025, at Putnam Farms in Danvers.

Lee was born in Salem, the daughter of the late Eileen Theresa Dineen and John Joseph Dineen and sister to the late John Dineen, Jr. Lee loved to spend time with her family, many friends and neighbors. She enjoyed everything about Marblehead, especially the Abbott Library and the Star of the Sea community. Educated in local schools, Lee received her Bachelor's degree from Regis College. She worked with Swampscott public schools for many years, where she was loved by her fellow teachers, administrators, and especially by her students.

A special expression of gratitude goes to Michelle Pike and Isabel Lugo, who were devoted caregivers to Lee in her last years. Lee leaves behind her longtime dear friend Ellie Smith, Lee's goddaughter Megan Griffin-Smith, and Megan's daughter Madison

Visiting hours will be held on Monday April 7, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Murphy Funeral Home, 85 Federal Street, Salem. Her funeral Mass will follow at 11:30 a.m. at Our Lady Star of the Sea Church, 81 Atlantic Avenue, Marblehead. Burial will be in High Street Cemetery in Hampton, NH. For online guest book or additional information, please call the Murphy Funeral Home at 978-744-0497 or visit www.MurphyFuneralHome.com.

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