Marlborough – Martha M. (Kerrigan) Fulham of Marlborough, MA died peacefully on January 12, 2023, in her home, surrounded by her family.
She is survived by her husband Mark Fulham of 35 years and their children: Meghan Selby with her husband Marc and their daughter Nora, Melissa Fulham with her husband Brendan, and Mollie Fulham with her daughter Violet. Martha was born on December 6, 1963, and was a long-time resident of Hudson, MA before moving to Marlborough.
She was the daughter of the late Thomas and Phyllis (Martel) Kerrigan. She was predeceased by her sister Maureen (Kerrigan) Boyden and father-in-law Robert Fulham.
She is survived by her sisters Kathleen (Kerrigan) Watson and Eileen (Kerrigan) Boudreau with her husband Jeff, her brothers Thomas Kerrigan and Joseph Kerrigan, her mother-in-law Janice Fulham, and her brothers-in-law Matthew Fulham with his wife Betty, Jefferey Fulham, and Charlie Boyden, along with many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.
Martha was a kind, loving, protective, and funny person. She was a longtime member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Auxiliary #3565 where many life-long friendships began. She was known as someone who made everyone feel included and loved. She enjoyed entertaining family and friends and many long hours were spent in the family backyard hosting pool parties, horseshoe tournaments, and birthday parties. Her favorite pastime was being at the beach. Family history was also deeply important to Martha. She spent countless hours researching and documenting her family tree and helping others with theirs.
The family would like to thank Jewish Healthcare Center Hospice staff for their support and professional care.
Visiting hours will be held on Friday, January 27, 2023, from 4:00-7:00 PM at the Slattery Funeral Home, Inc., 40 Pleasant Street, Marlborough, MA 01752. Burial will take place on Saturday, January 28, 2023, at 11:00 AM at Evergreen Cemetery, located at 133 Wilson St, Marlborough, MA 01752, with a celebration of life to follow.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Joe Andruzzi Foundation (https://joeandruzzifoundation.org/).
