Obituaries

Barbara E. Alisauskas

Barbara E. Alisauskas

Sep 18, 2024

Barbara Eileen Alisauskas, 79, of Athol, Massachusetts, passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at Saint Vincent's Hospital in Worcester, Massachusetts. Born on August 13, 1945, in Jamaica, Queens, New York, she was the daughter of the late Lloyd E. Horan and Mildred A. Horan (nee Lampe).

Barbara grew up in Greenville, NY, and graduated from Greenville Central School in 1963....

Brian M. Szoc

Brian M. Szoc

Sep 16, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Brian M. Szoc, a smart and creative soul, on September 16, 2024.

Born in Gardner, Massachusetts, on July 21, 1946, to Michael and Anne Szoc, Brian lived a full life marked by compassion and wit. Known for his sharp mind and ingenuity, Brian had a successful career as a Land...

Paul Pierce Hale

Paul Pierce Hale

Sep 10, 2024

Paul Pierce Hale, born on September 17, 1939 in Natick, MA, who lived a life of service to his family, community, and country. Known for his reliability and loyalty, Paul was a positive influence on the lives of those who were fortunate enough to know him. After graduating from Natick High School, serving in the Air Force and obtaining his...

Virginia "Ginny" Trudel

Virginia "Ginny" Trudel

Sep 10, 2024

Virginia “Ginny” (Stephano) Trudel, passed away on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at The Highlands, Fitchburg. She was born July 18, 1931, in Concord, NH, the daughter of the late Charles and Margaret (McMahon) Stephano. 

Ginny graduated from Gardner High School in 1949, Burbank School of Nursing in 1952 and years later obtained her Bachelors degree from Anna Maria College. She had...

Grace B. Cochran

Grace B. Cochran

Sep 8, 2024

Grace Cochran, the spirited and witty matriarch of the Cochran family, passed away on September 8, 2024. Born on February 8, 1932, in Floral Park, New York, Grace was a beacon of loyalty and perseverance, always leading by example and instilling in her family the principle that mattered most to her: doing the right thing. As George Eliot once wrote,...

Arthur F Viau

Arthur F Viau

Sep 1, 2024

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Arthur F. Viau, a kind-hearted man of unwavering strength and integrity, who left this world on September 1, 2024, just days after celebrating his 94th birthday. He was born in Fitchburg, Massachusetts on August 26, 1930, Arthur lived a long, fulfilling life marked by dedication, hard work, and a love for his...

Patricia J. Berry-Lamb

Patricia J. Berry-Lamb

Aug 28, 2024

Patricia Jean Berry-Lamb, known affectionately as Patricia Berry, was a beloved figure universally adored for her humble spirit, loving nature, creative talents, and funny demeanor. Born on February 13, 1940, in Waltham, MA, Patricia's life was a testament to the power of love and the beauty of simple joys. 

Patricia Berry was the heart and soul of her family, and her...

Paul R. Sundstrom

Paul R. Sundstrom

Aug 26, 2024

Paul Sundstrom, born on the 8th of March 1952, was a man of wit, dedication, and inspiration. His sparkling humor and quick wit were the heart of every gathering at the Green Frog Café, or during holiday celebrations, infusing warmth and a sense of shared joy into every event he hosted. He was a man of many talents and interests,...

Wilma M. Dodd

Wilma M. Dodd

Aug 26, 2024

Wilma Marilyn Dodd, a loving mother, sister and “Grammy,” passed away after a 30-year battle with Parkinson’s Disease on August 26, 2024. Born on January 10, 1939, in Unity Plantation, Maine, she was the daughter of Clinton and Evelyn Webb. 

Marilyn is survived by her children Russell and his wife Kathy of Billerica, Brian and his wife Phyllis of Richmond, VA...

Albert H. Turcotte

Albert H. Turcotte

Aug 26, 2024

Albert H Turcotte Sr., 84, passed peacefully away on August 26,2024 with family by his side.

Albert was born and raised in Athol Ma. and later moved to CT. where he raised his family and worked as a machinist for Pratt and Whitney until he retired. He loved Nascar and Friday nights at the speedway watching the races, although one of...

Lawrence G. Forand

Lawrence G. Forand

Aug 25, 2024

Lawrence G. Forand, 65 years of age, of New Castle, PA passed away the morning of August 25, 2024 after a short illness.

Larry was born in Athol, MA to Laurence G. and Jane (Calcari) Forand. Larry was married to Nancy (Sherk) Forand for 19 years and they were together were 31 years. 

Mr. Forand was a graduate of Athol High School,...

Dorothy M. LeBlanc

Dorothy M. LeBlanc

Aug 23, 2024

With hearts full of both sorrow, we remember the life of Dorothy M. LeBlanc, who was born on April 24, 1942, in Ware, MA, and passed away on August 23, 2024. Dorothy was a beacon of strength and the epitome of a dedicated, loving, and supportive matriarch.

Dorothy was a generous soul who lived her life in service to others. She...

Woodward T. Johnson

Woodward T. Johnson

Aug 22, 2024

Woodward Tingley Johnson passed away peacefully on August 22nd, 2024 in Gardner Massachusetts.

Woodward (Woody) was born on May 27th, 1945 in Providence, Rhode Island, the youngest of three children to Thomas Lee Johnson Jr. and Virginia Tingley Madeira. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Florence Johnson; his son, Daniel Johnson and his wife Danyel of Thompson's Station,...

Paul W. Aubuchon

Paul W. Aubuchon

Aug 20, 2024

Paul Aubuchon of Leominster, Massachusetts, August 1, 1932 - August 20, 2024. 

Paul’s life was defined by his love of family and his faith. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Jeannette (Bouchard). Paul was an Atomic Veteran who served in the Marshall Islands in 1954 as a part of Operation Castle. Following his military service, he was a production manager...

Harold J. Jones

Harold J. Jones

Aug 18, 2024

Harold "Harry" James Jones, born July 11, 1945, in Framingham, MA, passed away on August 18, 2024. 

Harold spent his professional life as a warehouse manager in the electrical supplies business. He had also been a bartender and milkman. Beyond the workplace, Harold found joy in the simple pleasures of life, spending time in his garden and cooking sumptuous meals for...

Marion O. Sund

Marion O. Sund

Aug 16, 2024

Marion Sund, affectionately known as Min, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2024, at the age of 104 at Leominster Crossing Assisted Living. Born on March 7, 1920, in Jaffrey, NH, she was the daughter of Olive and Thomas Brooks. Min was predeceased by her husband John Sund Sr. of 68 years and lived for over 60 years in Westminster,...

Joseph Saia Jr.

Joseph Saia Jr.

Aug 14, 2024

Joseph Saia, Jr., age 93 of Athol, passed away peacefully Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at The Highlands in Fitchburg, MA.

Joseph, born November 30, 1930 in Arlington, MA to Joseph Sr. of Parma, Italy and Olive (Hopkins) of Goose Green, Vermont, was the oldest of 6 children. He grew up in Hanover, NH and attended Hanover High School (Class of 1949)...

Ruth A Labrie

Ruth A Labrie

Aug 14, 2024

Ruth A. (Stone) Labrie 89, of Athol, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2024, at home surrounded by her family.

Ruth was born on December 28, 1934, in Athol, the youngest of 7 children to the late James A. Stone and the late Cloroda J. (Adams) Stone.

Ruth grew up in Athol and graduated from Athol High School with the Class of...

Frank R. Robbins

Frank R. Robbins

Aug 13, 2024

Frank Richard Robbins, 89, after a lengthy illness, sadly passed away at his home with his family on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. 

He was born in Leominster on March 13, 1935, a son of the late Elmer and Laura (Emerson) Robbins, he was one of 15 siblings. He joined the Air Force in 1953, and following Jet Engine training in Nevada,...

Lawrence Michael Brandt

Lawrence Michael Brandt

Aug 10, 2024

Lawrence "Larry" Michael Brandt, a loving and devoted father, husband, and brother, passed away on August 10, 2024. Born on January 27, 1953, Lawrence was a beacon of resilience, wit, and integrity that illuminated the lives of all who knew him. A native of Berlin, Massachusetts, Lawrence's life was characterized by his unwavering commitment to family, his passion for hard...