METHUEN – City leaders and residents are saddened by the passing of Methuen Mayor Neil Perry and remembering him for his dedication to his hometown.
“It’s going to be a big void for the city,” said City Council Chairman Joel Faretra.
Passed away Saturday
Perry, who was 65, passed away on Saturday after fighting many health battles. While the city did not provide an official cause of death, in a Facebook video from March 2023, Perry announced that he would be returning to work remotely after being admitted to a rehab hospital after an experience that happened during a routine dialysis appointment.
“He was very dedicated to the city, passionate, and we know he had health issues but he was still so strong, so it was still a shock when we found out,” said City Councilor at Large Jana Pesc…