With deep sorrow we announce the passing of Janet Ruth Bucchiere (Ripley), 87, of Newburyport, MA — formerly of Saugus, MA on May 1, 2026. She was surrounded by her loving family. Janet was born on January 17, 1939 in Liberty, ME, and was the last surviving child of seven born to Elden Ripley and Gertrude Ludwick.

She was predeceased by her husband of 31 years Roland J. Bucchiere, and is survived by her daughter Nicole C. Weng and her husband Adam Weng, daughter Yvonne A. Bucchiere, and grandchildren Devante A. Bucchiere and Sofie E. Weng.

Her death will be felt by so many whose lives she touched, especially her nieces Leanne, Jennifer, Shirley, Brenda, and Cheryl, and stepdaughter Serena.

Janet was a devoted wife, mother, nana, aunt, niece and friend. She and Roland owned and operated several businesses, including Bucchiere’s Restaurant, in Everett, MA.

Her love for family was unyielding and unconditional. Her absence will be deeply felt and she will be dearly missed.

Family and friends are invited to gather on Monday, May 18 at 12pm at Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, 185 Lake St., Peabody, MA. Please donate to the American Heart Association as there will be no funeral service. Additionally, you may order Remembrance Baskets through Puritan Lawn.