Arlene Driscoll of Lynnfield, formerly of Milford, died on Friday, November 14 at her home.
Born in Bridgeport, CT she was the daughter of the late Alphonse and Jessica (Sutherland) Butkewich.
In the 70's and 80's, her work as an actress and model brought her to New York City and gave her an opportunity to work as a screenwriter. She maintained a fondness for the city of New York and the entertainment industry throughout her life. She loved singing and dancing and took great pride in decorating her home. In later years, she developed a passion for law and studied to be a paralegal. She took great pleasure in spending time with her family.
She was the beloved wife of 41 years of James J. Driscoll of Lynnfield. Loving mother of James J. Driscoll, Jr. and his wife Jacquelyn of Lynnfield. Cherished grandmother of Jillian and James. Sister of Beverly Butkewich and the late Alphonse Butkewich of CT.
Her funeral will be held from the McDonald Funeral Home, 19 Yale Ave. Wakefield, on Wednesday at 9 AM followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Maria Gorretti Church, 112 Chestnut St. Lynnfield at 10 o'clock. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home on Tuesday from 4 to 8 PM.
Read Arlene Driscoll's Obituary and Guestbook on www.mcdonaldfs.com.
Visitation
McDonald Funeral Home
19 Yale Ave.
Wakefield
,
MA
US
01880
Tuesday, November 18, 2008, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Service
St. Maria Goretti
112 Chestnut Street
Lynnfield
,
MA
US
01940
Wednesday, November 19, 2008, 10:00 AM