Michael V. Harrington, 82 of Lowell, passed away after a lengthy illness on Sunday, September 21, 2025 at Lowell General Hospital.
He was born in Lowell on July 7, 1943 and was a son of the late Francis W. and Andonella F. (Lorenzo) Harrington Hildreth. He was raised in Lowell, where he attended the area schools.
Mike worked as a cook for many years throughout Massachusetts before pursuing his passion for antiques and collectibles. He enjoyed flea markets, antiquing, and yard sales, which eventually led him to open his own thrift store, “Mike’s,” on East Merrimack Street in Lowell, where he operated for several years. He also owned and ran a variety and sub shop in South Lowell, also named “Mike’s.”
Mike is survived by his four siblings, Francis ‘Tony’ Harrington and his wife, Nancy of Westford, MA, Christine Harbinson and her husband, Jerome of Pelham, NH, Jane Bullock of Greenfield, NH, and Andonella Perrault and her husband, James of Lowell; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the staff at Lowell General Hospital for the care and compassion shown to Mike during his illness.
On Thursday, September 25, 2025 all are welcome to attend his calling hours from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at McDonough Funeral Home, 14 Highland Street, Lowell, 978-458-6816. His funeral service will take place in the funeral home at 11:30 a.m. followed by procession for burial at St. Patrick Cemetery.
Donations in his memory may be made to the charity of your choice