Kathleen M. Spilman

Manchester, NH – Kathleen M. Spilman, 66 of Manchester, NH, formerly of Salem, beloved partner of Arthur Cooper, passed away on Monday, June 15, 2026 at her home.

Born in Saugus, she was the daughter of the late James and Dianne (Granville) Spilman. She was raised and educated in Salem and was a graduate of Salem High School.

Kathleen lived most of her life on the North Shore prior to moving to New Hampshire. She was outgoing and enjoyed spending time with family and friends and had a great sense of humor that endeared her to many. Kathleen was always there to lend a hand to anyone in need. She loved to cook and crochet sharing with those around her. Kathleen will be fondly remembered for generous spirit, zest for life and helping those in need and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Surviving Kathleen in addition to her partner Arthur are her daughters Tara Bocchetti and her husband Jim of Plaistow, NH and Tanya Spilman of Beverly, her grandchildren, Angelo Bocchetti, Kelsy Spilman, Christopher Wear Jr., Zoe Bocchetti, Anjalise Goodwin and her husband Harrison, Bianca Bocchetti, and Mason Wear, her siblings, Michael Granville of Beverly, Donna Mahar and her husband Dennis of Danvers, John Spilman of Beverly and Diane Spilman of Lynn and several nieces and nephews.

ARRANGEMENTS: Relatives and friends are invited to Kathleen’s visiting hours which will be held at O’Donnell Cremations – Funerals – Celebrations, 84 Washington Sq., (at Salem Common) Salem on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 from 5 to 7 PM. To share a memory or offer a condolence, please visit www.odonnellfuneralservice.com.