Noreen C. Duxbury, 80, of Methuen, MA, passed away on Monday, November 13, 2023, at Nevins Nursing and Rehab Centre. She was born on January 28, 1943, to the late Russell and Catherine Hatch, in Lawrence, MA.

Noreen had many joys in life. She enjoyed her time spent at the beach, going to yard sales, and time with her family and friends. Animals held a special place in Noreen's heart, especially her 5 dogs she had throughout her life. She also fondly remembered the time she lived in Pembroke Pines, FL, with her late husband John.

She spent many years and retired from her job as a driver and trainer for American Training in Methuen.

Noreen is survived by her sons: Robert Smith, and his wife Stefanie, of Londonderry, NH, Michael Smith and his wife, Deb of Methuen, MA, and Timothy Smith, of Florida; her grandchildren: Jeffrey Pepe, and his wife Christina, Jordyn Curcio, and her husband Frank, Taylor Smith, Michael Smith, Melissa Duxbury, and Lori Duxbury; and her great-granddaughter: Lexy Pepe.

In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her husband: John R. Duxbury, of the Lawrence Fire Department; and her brother: Roland Hatch.

At the family's request, services for Noreen will be private at this time. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a memorial contribution to: Tunnels 2 Towers organization at https://t2t.org/ . To leave an online message of condolence, please visit: www.carrierfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are under the care of the Carrier Family Funeral Home, 38 Range Road, Windham, NH 03087.