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Hayes announces engagement

by | May 16, 2024 | Featured

Holly Pearson and Andrew Hayes

It is with great pride that Darlene and Michael Hayes of Hopkinton announce the engagement of their son, Andrew Hayes, to Holly Pearson of Haverhill, daughter of Yvonne Merrill, Matthew Wynne and stepdad Peter Merrill.

Andrew is a graduate of Hopkinton High School and earned both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Massachusetts Maritime Academy. His B.S. degree reflects his respect for the environment and sustainable development in marine science, safety and environmental protection. That was followed with an M.S. in facilities management. Andrew is employed as an engineer in the Life Sciences Division of Lincoln Property Company.

Holly is a graduate of Haverhill High School and is employed as a learning and development manager with a global leader in the financial industry, where she manages a national team and is passionate about empowering individuals to unlock and obtain their fullest career potential.

Andrew and Holly got engaged last September within the Penguin Experience at the Mystic Aquarium. Like penguins, they plan to be life mates and are excited to be purchasing their first home.

Together with close family and friends, we are looking forward to celebrating their wedding in Wells, Maine, on Oct. 12.

9 Comments

  1. Beth Malloy

    Super excited for the happy couple. I’ve known Andrew since Cub Scouts and watched him grow into a man. Congratulations to the happy couple. Wishing you bright days ahead.

  2. Lorelei Lotvin

    Congratulations to Andrew and Holly. I hope they have a lifetime of success and happiness and enjoy their promising futures together.

  3. Liisa Jackson

    Congratulations to the Hayes family and thank you for all you do for our community!!!

    Liisa Jackson

  4. Anne Beauchamp

    Congratulations and best wishes!

  5. Joelle Crosby

    It’s hard to believe the sweet 14 year old I met when moving to town is now getting married! Congratulations to you both! I’m so happy for you! Can’t wait to see what the next chapter in your lives hold.

  6. Kim Foemmel

    Congrats Andrew and Holly! I’m happy for you both!

  7. Ruth Boncorddo

    I’m so excited for both of them. Separately they are wonderful people, together they will be amazing.

  8. Paula Toomey

    Congratulations to Andrew and Holly on your engagement and upcoming nuptials! May you experience a lifetime of joy ahead of you! Blessings.

  9. Meena Kaushik

    Congratulations Andrew and Holly!

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