Theresa J. Pierce, of Melrose, passed away at the Melrose Wakefield Hospital on February 28, 2021 at 90 years of age. Theresa was born in Haverhill, raised in Lynn and resided in Melrose for over 50 years. She worked as a Technical Secretary of AVCO Laboratories for over 40 years prior to her retirement. After retiring, Theresa worked at Harvard University as a Secretary for a Professor in Molecular & Cellular Biology. Theresa had a love for the ocean, scuba diving and sea shells. She also enjoyed traveling to Ogunquit, ME, North Conway, NH and Bermuda and was an avid reader & loved her books. Theresa was the beloved wife of the late Dana C. Pierce. Caring sister of the late Nicholas & Andrew Magras. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, relatives & friends. Due to the current health crisis, funeral services will be private.