1929 - 2024
Visitation
December 28, 202410:30-11 AM
Dolan Funeral Home 106 Middlesex St. North Chelmsford, MA 01863
Funeral
December 28, 202412 Noon
Immaculate Conception Church, Lowell, MA
Lorraine Mary Antonelli, 95, of Hudson, NH and formerly of Lowell, died early Saturday, December 21, 2024, at Courville at Nashua in Nashua, NH.
She was married to the late Henry A. Antonelli who died December 7, 2019.
Born in Lowell, she was the daughter of the late John T. and Lillian (Richards) Regan, and attended Lowell High School.
Lorraine retired from the Lowell Public School System in the food service department primarily at the Pawtucket School and Lowell High School.
She was a communicant of Immaculate Conception Church in Lowell, MA.
She enjoyed dancing, going to the beach and parties.
She is survived by her children, Henry Antonelli Jr. of Lowell and Sharon and her husband, James Gray of Hudson, NH, a son-in-law, Nicholas Crombie of Wells Beach, ME, a sister, Jean Meehan of Lowell, a brother-in-law, Arthur Adie of Lowell, two grandchildren, Garrett and his wife, Katherine Lofstrom and Jonathan and his wife, Julia Gray, as well as many nieces and nephews.
She was the mother of the late Patricia Antonelli, Catherine Crombie, Deborah Lofstrom, and Linda Antonelli and the sister of the late Raymond Regan, Gerald Regan and Eileen Adie.
Lorraine’s visitation will be Sat., Dec. 28, 2024 from 10:30 to 11am at the DOLAN FUNERAL HOME, 106 MIDDLESEX ST. CHELMSFORD, followed by a funeral Mass at 12 Noon at the Immaculate Conception Church in Lowell. Burial in St. Patrick Cemetery, Lowell. Memorials may be made in her name to the American Cancer Society, 3 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701. ARRANGEMENTS BY DOLAN FUNERAL HOME 978-251-4041. Guestbook at www.dolanfuneralhome.com
John Antonelli III
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May you rest in peace my sweet funny lovely aunt. The times spent at your house when I was young will be with me forever. You were the best.
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Jill Kukulski
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Sharon and family so sorry for your loss your mom was a wonderful woman I had many laughs with her at work RIP my condolences
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Kate
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Lorraine, my “little lady”, you have touched my heart in a way that has me forever changed. The privilege to care for you and be able to know you was one my greatest joys. I will carry you and the unconditional love you shared with me always. I already miss our random dance party moments, our belly laughter that would echo down the hallways, and the warmth of your hugs. Rest easy, my dear friend. I love you forever, my little lady ❤️
-Kate
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Phyllis Cohen
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The news of Aunt Lorraine’s passing brings a bittersweet vision of a beautiful reunion—her joyfully reunited with Uncle Henry and their daughters, all taken far too soon. It’s easy to imagine them dancing, hugging, and laughing together, their bond as unbreakable as ever.
Aunt Lorraine and Uncle Henry shared a love that was truly extraordinary—a connection unmatched. Despite the immense heartache and loss they endured, their hearts remained open, always welcoming others with warmth and making everyone feel deeply loved and special.
Though time and distance may have separated some of us, the memories of Aunt Lorraine’s laughter and kindness remain vivid—a lasting testament to the remarkable person she was.
As the family gathers tomorrow to honor her life, I deeply regret that I cannot attend due to the flu. However, my thoughts and prayers will be with everyone during this time of remembrance and love. Aunt Lorraine will be profoundly missed, and her legacy of love, strength, and resilience will continue to inspire all who knew her.
Sending love and prayers to Henry Jr., Sharon, and their families during this time of loss.
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Jean (Cate) O'Connor
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Sharon & Hank Jr,
I lived on Crowley Street with all you Antonelli’s many years ago.
I hung around with Patty & Deb back in the day. Your Mom & Dad were such fun and will always be remembered as the ones to make you smile and laugh. So sorry for your loss.
I had no idea that Deb and Catherine had passed. So sorry.
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