1939 - 2024
US Navy Visitation
July 29, 20249:00-12:00
The Dolan Funeral Home
Funeral
July 29, 202412 Noon
The Dolan Funeral Home
Richard Warren “Bud” Barrelle, Jr., 84, of Tyngsboro, MA, passed away on Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at Lowell General Hospital, Lowell, MA, after succumbing to a brief illness.
He was married to Barbara (Popplewell) Barrelle with whom he would have celebrated their 61st wedding anniversary on August 3, 2024.
Born in Somerville, MA he was the beloved son of Richard W. Barrelle, Sr. and Barbara (Scobie) Barrelle Mahoney and step-father Henry Mahoney. Bud grew up and attended Billerica Public Schools.
Bud served in the US Navy aboard the USS Cassin Young 793D which is now berthed at Boston Navy Yard across from the USS Constitution.
He retired from CN Wood, Inc. of Burlington, MA as a VP of Sales and Marketing after 60 years.
He attended and was married at Chelmsford Congregational Church. He was also a past member of Westford Lions Club.
He enjoyed gardening, travelling, caring for his home, fishing in Alaska, and great restaurants but mostly liked spending time with his family whom he spoiled to the end.
Besides his wife, he is survived by his daughter, Sherri and her husband Mark Connors of Hudson, NH, his son, Craig and his wife, Brenda Barrelle of Boca Raton, FL, his brother, David and his wife, Ellie Barrelle of Venice, FL, his sister-in-law Helen Hanafin. His grandson’s, Evan Connors and his wife Syd, Bruce Connors and his girlfriend Lindsey Ewing; and his great-grandchildren, Scarlett and Evan Connors and Grace Lyko, her mother Aimee and fiancée Cam Coulter, all affectionally knew him as “Papa”, several nieces and nephews, and many great friends.
He was predeceased by his grandson Mark J. Connors, Jr.
Bud’s visiting hours will be Monday, July 29, 2024 from 9:00 A.M. to 12 Noon followed by a funeral service at 12 Noon at DOLAN FUNERAL HOME, 106 MIDDESEX STREET, CHELMSFORD, MA. Burial in Westlawn Cemetery, Lowell, MA. Memorials may be made in his name to Lowell General Hospital, 295 Varnum Ave., Lowell, MA 01854. ARRANGEMENTS BY DOLAN FUNERAL HOME 978-251-4041. Guestbook at www.dolanfuneralhome.com.
Dan Gervais
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Rest in peace my friend. Till we meet again. Many memories. Going to miss spending time with you. You were one of a kind. Our thoughts are with your loving family.
Dan & Sandy
Craig & Brenda Barrelle
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Buddy they broke the mold with you! We miss you so much already, our hearts are broken. We enjoyed every moment we had with you. A loving family man surrounded by a circle of lifelong friends, you will be sadly missed. Wonderful memories of you will live on with us forever. All of love & support to the family, Brenda & Craig
Jenny
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Buddy was like a second dad to me. I loved him so much! We had so much fun at all the parties they had. I will cherish all those memories we had together.I will miss him so much and cant believe he is gone. Very sad for me. My thoughts are with all the families too! 😔🙏😔🙏
Margie and ph
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So so sorry to lose this wonderful man. He was the best. Love ya buddy.
Steve Horton
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Uncle Bud,
You will be loved and missed forever. I absolutely loved every time I ever saw. Thanks for being you.
Love,
Steve
Philip Leo
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Craig and family we are sorry for your loss, condolences to you and your mom and family and friends R.I.P. 🙏❤️
Gloria Alcorn
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Barbara and family. So sorry for the loss of Buddy.
Dave & Ellie Barrelle
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My Brother Bud was the best all round man I have ever known. He was the best brother anyone could have . Bud helped so many people with no strings attached. A handshake sealed the deal. I miss him already, as do all of his Family and many friends. Bud Rest in Peace with Dad. I love you Bud
Ray Marchand
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Rest and peace my friend My cousin. A lifetime of memories.
Maria and Portofino’s family
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Bud, we are missed and remembering you forever…. The Zuppa the pesce with extra pasta it’s only for you… rest in peace my friend, deepest condolences for Barbara and family…. We are love you guys 🙏😢❤️
Guy Faretra
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Bud , I am going to miss you very much. You were like a father to me. You are the kindest man With the biggest heart always willing to help someone rest in peace, my good man
Pat Dearborn
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My deepest sympathy Barbara, I have very fond memories of Buddy. He was a great guy. May he “ Rest in Peace”