Michael E. Agnew Obituary in Peabody at Conway, Cahill-Brodeur Funeral Home

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Michael E. Agnew

November 20, 1952 - April 28, 2023

Obituary For Michael E. Agnew

Beverly – Michael E. Agnew 70, died Friday, April 28, 2023 at the Beverly Hospital following a brief illness.

Born in Harlem, NY, he was the son of Jean (Thomas) Agnew of Lynn and the late James Agnew. He was raised and educated in Dorchester and later attended the North Shore Community College.

Mr. Agnew had been employed for many years in the Human Service field as support staff, counselor, and case manager.

A resident of the North Shore for over twenty-five years, Mr. Agnew was an accomplished musician and keyboard player, having performed with many groups including, “Perfect Touch” and “Agnew”. He was also an accomplished song writer with songs such as. “Another Chance," “Babydoll,” and "You turned my life around," just to name a few.

A few years ago, he thought seriously about his spirituality. He began learning the Bible's answers to life's important questions through a Bible study course with Jehovah’s Witnesses and started sharing what he learned and believed with others.

Mr. Agnew was known for his humor and quick wit. He was a loving father, son, brother and friend who will be missed by all who knew him.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by two daughters, Dakota Agnew of Peabody and Tifphany Cunningham of Randolph, three grandchildren, four sisters, Cynthia Spriggs of Dorchester, Karen Agnew of Salem, Teresa Sumrall and her husband, Bernard of Jacksonville, FL and Angela Agnew of Peabody and numerous nieces and nephews. He was also the father of the late Wayne Warner and brother of the late Larry and Timothy Agnew.

ARRANGEMENTS: His funeral service will be held at the Conway Cahill-Brodeur Funeral Home, 82 Lynn St., Peabody, Friday, May 12, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Burial in the Cedar Grove Cemetery, Peabody. For directions and online guestbook please visit www.ccbfuneral.com.

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May 24, 2023

Wanda Funches
May 17, 2023

Marleen Chin

So very sorry for your loss. Michael and my brother were childhood friends from CP. They are now together again in heaven. Many condolences from the Chin family.
May 14, 2023

Eldest Daughter Tifphany Patrice

Rest easy dad ❤️ I loved you and I'll see you again. I know it's not easy for those to accept that your gone on earth, but I know God and you are no more suffering, to me your here in spirit and I always remember a person as is. I hope your with your son Wayne and Brothers uncle Timmy and Larry and your father James alongside a bunch of others whom you once knew on earth. Father I pray🙏 I pray for all of our souls. I know God and I shall not fear the afterlife for it is a homecoming waiting for all of us one day. 💕 Your Eldest Daughter Tifphany Patrice.
May 12, 2023

Lisa Giaff
May 12, 2023

Lisa Giaff
May 11, 2023

Alicia Reid Brown

No words can't express loss of my cousin Michael we had a beautiful voice so I get my wedding So grateful to have his voice saved on my wedding video
May 08, 2023

Karen Fuls and John Silva

We always enjoyed seeing Mike at family gatherings. He was a great guy, fun to talk to, he always had a smile on his face and made you smile. Our condolences to all his family.
May 08, 2023

Tifphany Cunningham
May 07, 2023

Dakota Agnew

I love you daddy. My forever angel on my shoulder. My heart is aching but i'm tryna keep it together for the family. I miss you so much 😢😢😢😢😢💔💔💔
May 05, 2023

Francis Howell

To my best friend my brother the pain is unreal I never thought this would happen to you this soon.i love you Mike n I miss you my brother 😥
May 05, 2023

Jean Ballou

We have known Michael for many years, having grown up in C. P. With his family. Sending my prayers and Condolences to all.
May 05, 2023

Katie Sirois

Sending love and condolences during this very difficult time 🙏🙏🙏🙏
May 05, 2023

Joanne Clark

So sorry for your lost. My prayers are with the family. Much love May Jehovah strengthen you all
May 05, 2023

Michelle Spriggs

From your niece Michelle Spriggs I'm going to miss you so much Uncle Michael.
May 05, 2023

Karen Agnew
May 05, 2023

Karen Agnew

Love Your Sister Karen 😘
May 05, 2023

Ricardo Mattier

May God hold you in his arms and with harmony for your love for music it was a pleasure meeting you a bass player thoughts
May 05, 2023

Susan Fierley
May 04, 2023

Karen Agnew ( sister)

My Big Brother Michael I can't believe this. 😭 I love you with all my heart and soul 😭 💔I LOVE YOU MY BIG BROTHER 💔 things will definitely be different that's for sure!! 💚💚 "I HOPE YOU KNOW THAT I GOT YOUR BABY GIRL DAKOTA" 💚💚
May 04, 2023

Arlene Monaghan