METHUEN, MASS. (WHDH) - The Methuen Mayor’s Office announced Saturday that Mayor Neil Perry has passed away at the age of 65.
In a statement, the office announced Perry’s death, saying, “he has fought many health battles over the last several years but came back from each of them with renewed vigor to tackle, in his own words, the greatest job he ever had: being the mayor of the great City of Methuen.”
“His last, and perhaps greatest achievement was securing the City’s purchase of the Searless Estate from the Sisters of Presentation of Mary, saving the City’s most iconic and historic property from an uncertain future.”
In a statement, Gov. Maura Healey and Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll said, “We extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Mayor Neil Perry and the Methuen community. Mayor Perry was a wonderful and caring person, and a strong and courageous leader. He believed in and gave so much to his community. He will be deeply missed. Our administration is prepared to support the City of Methuen during this difficult time.”
Congresswoman Lori Trahan said, “I’m heartbroken to learn of the passing of Mayor Neil Perry. He lived and breathed Methuen. Everyone in the Commonwealth knew that no matter the situation, Neil never backed down from a fight if it was in the best interest of hardworking families in Methuen. We will sorely miss his leadership, his determination, and his resilience, and my heart goes out to his family and friends mourning this tremendous loss.”
Funeral arrangements will be announced in the coming days.
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