MARILYN B. RIVERS
August 5, 1930 ~ May 10, 2021 (Age 90)

Fitchburg - Marilyn B. (Davis) (Turner) Rivers, 90, passed away on Monday, May 10 in the Heywood Hospital in Gardner surrounded by her children.

Marilyn was born on August 5, 1930 in Fitchburg a daughter of Walter and Gertrude (Johnson) Davis.

She is survived by her children, John Turner and his partner, Mary-Ann Macaione of Peabody, Lynn (Turner) Hebert and her husband, Thomas of Winchendon, Donna (Turner) Arsenault and her husband, James of Hubbardston, Brian Rivers, David Rivers, Eric Rivers all of Fitchburg, stepchildren, Norma (Rivers) Seney and her husband, George of Sebastian, Florida, Mary (Rivers) Cornacchioli and her husband, Louis of Rutland, daughter in law, Carolyn Rivers of Leominster, sister, Gail Ferguson of Lunenburg, grandchildren, Daniel Hebert of Greenville, NH, Christopher Hebert of Winchendon, and 4 great-grandchildren.

She is predeceased by her husband, Lauri Rivers and her first husband, John W. Turner, her sister, Lucille Sanders, and her stepson, Norman Rivers.

Mrs. Rivers spent many years as a healthcare worker in hospitals, nursing homes and most recently at Leominster Crossings Assisted Living where she received awards and countless thank you letters from grateful family members of those in her care. She was also the owner and President of the former Turner Motor Coach Inc. in Fitchburg.

Marilyn enjoyed cooking, hosting family gatherings, scenic drives and vacationing at Cape Cod.

A Funeral Service will be held at 12:00 (Noon) on Thursday, May 20 in the Brandon Funeral Home, 305 Wanoosnoc Rd., Fitchburg. A visitation period will be from 10:00 - 12:00 prior to the service. Burial will be in the Forest Hill Cemetery in Fitchburg.

PAULA ANN HARRIS
October 6, 1972 ~ May 7, 2021 (Age 48)

Paula Ann Harris, 48, of Massillon, passed away peacefully, in the comfort of her home, with her husband and family at her side, early Friday morning, May 7, 2021. A woman of grace and courage, she fought against the effects of her illness for the past several months and was an example of strength and true faith to all who knew her. Born in Massillon, October 6, 1972, a daughter to Paul and Elaine (Lopez) Lambert, Paula graduated from Washington High School with the Class of 1990. She received her undergraduate degree in Retail Management from the University of South Carolina in 1993. A loving wife and a devoted mom, daughter and sister, Paula was a member of St. Barbara Catholic Church and had been employed in the dispatch office of Massillon Cable Television. She placed her home and her family at the center of her life and enthusiastically supported her children and their teammates in sports and gymnastics and as a cheer coach. She enjoyed all sports and the outdoors and brought energy and passion to all she did. She found great joy in being a mom, and quiet pride in the accomplishments and successes of her children.

Paula is survived by her husband, Brent A. Harris and daughter, Alyssa, both of the home; and her son, Brian Harris, of Canton. Also surviving are her parents; her sister, Lisa (Les) Langdale, of Charleston, S.C., and brothers, Tony (Laurie) Lambert, of Winchendon, Mass. and Joe (Leah) Lambert, of Asheville, N.C.; and her nieces and nephews.

Cremation has taken place and a fitting Celebration of Paula's Life will be hosted by her family at a future date. They will however, receive condolences in person, on Saturday, May 15, 2021, from 6-8:00 p.m. at Atkinson Feucht Hare Funeral Home in Massillon. Covid protocols for facemasks and social distancing remain in effect. If you prefer, your memories and condolences are always welcome and may be added to our on-line guestbook at www.atkinsonfeucht.com