Francis J. "Buddy" Winiarz

Derry, N.H. -- Buddy Winiarz, 66, B&MRRHS Membership Secretary, died Tuesday evening, March 29, 2016 at his residence in Derry due to complications from diabetes.

Born and raised in Salem, Mass., Buddy was the son of the late Francis J. Winiarz, Sr. and Florence (Lisaj) Winiarz and was a graduate of Salem High School in the class of 1968. Buddy and his wife Kathy have lived in Derry since 1980.

Buddy was a Vietnam Era veteran, served in the U.S. Navy and was a life member of the VFW, Witch City Post #1524 of Salem. Prior to his retirement he was employed by the U.S. Postal Service.

Buddy was an avid volunteer for B&MRRHS. Beyond his role as Membership Secretary, he served as President from 2003 to 2006 and was active as Program Coordinator. He also was involved with distribution of the B&M Bulletin. Many will remember his service as Executive Chef at Society outings.

Besides his wife, with whom he shared 36 years of marriage, Buddy is survived by two sons and a daughter, Justin, Kristopher and Jennifer, all of Derry and one brother, Mark Winiarz of Salem, Mass.

A visitation will be held Sunday, April 3, 2016 from 2 to 5 pm at the Full-Spychalski Funeral Home, 84 Washington Square East, by Salem Common, Salem, Mass. Private services will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the American Diabetes Association, 10 Speen St., 2nd Floor, Framingham, MA 01701