Obituaries
Joseph A. Labrie
Oct 13, 2023
ATHOL – Joseph A. Labrie, 93 of Athol, passed away peacefully the morning of October 13th at home, surrounded by his loving wife and family.
Joe was born in Athol on April 12, 1930, the youngest of 8 children to the late Alexander L. and the late Rosina M. (Arsenault) Labrie. He was raised on Smith St. in Athol where...
Richard W. White
Oct 9, 2023
ORANGE, MA — Richard Walter White, affectionately known as Dick, passed away peacefully on October 9, 2023.
Born on October 15, 1936, in Gardner, MA. Richard was a compassionate, talented, loving, and generous man who dedicated his life to his family and community. His radiant smile and warm heart touched everyone he met, leaving a lasting impression that will...
Patrick James Lawlor
Oct 8, 2023
It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of a beloved individual, Patrick Lawlor, who departed from this world on October 8, 2023.
Patrick was a man of unique qualities and accomplishments. He was a 1992 graduate of Oakmont Regional High School and furthered his education by earning an associate's degree from Fitchburg State College. His work...
Nellie M. Melaika
Oct 4, 2023
ATHOL- Anele “Nellie” Martha Melaika passed away peacefully at home on October 4. She was daughter to the late Apolonia and Kasimir Melaika. Sister of the late Anne Zilinski, late Frank Melaika and late Janice Brookman Sidman. She was a beloved Aunt to many nephews and Great Aunt to many nieces and nephews.
Nellie was a lifelong resident of Athol...
George E. Nelson Jr.
Oct 4, 2023
We gather today to celebrate the life of George Elwin Nelson, born on April 8, 1963, in Keene, NH. George was an adventurous soul, a man who knew no boundaries when it came to exploring life's wonders. His compassion for others mirrored the depths of the rivers he loved to fish, a hobby that gave him immense joy. His dedication...
Elaine A. Lawton
Sep 30, 2023
Elaine A. Lawton, of Athol, Massachusetts, born on February 24, 1940, in Athol, MA, entered into eternal rest on September 30, 2023. Elaine, a compassionate and loving soul, was a woman of unwavering faith, and her devotion to Catholicism was a cornerstone of her life. Known for her dedication, she was the heart and soul of her family.
Elaine was...
Roy A. Goodwin
Sep 28, 2023
In Loving Memory of
Roy A. Goodwin
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Roy A. Goodwin. Roy passed away peacefully on September 28, 2023 with his family by his side.
He was born in Leominster, MA, son of the late Roy F. Goodwin and Winifred P (DeVarney) Goodwin Boudreau and was a lifelong resident...
Donald P. Miller, MD
Sep 27, 2023
Gardner, Massachusetts - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dr. Donald P. Miller, a beloved husband, father, and friend. He was born in Burlington, Vt. to the late Elbridge and Marion Putnam Miller.
Don graduated from Montpelier High School with the Class of 1953. His pursuit of knowledge took him to Dartmouth College, class of...
Keith E. Boudreau
Sep 26, 2023
Keith Edwin Boudreau, a steadfast pillar of unwavering loyalty, humility, and thoughtfulness, passed away on September 26, 2023. Born on April 9, 1960, a manly soul with the strength of a mountain. He was a man of quiet fortitude, whose actions spoke louder than words. In every phase of his life, whether during his time as a laborer in construction...
Gerald E. Cormier
Sep 25, 2023
ASHBURNHAM - Gerald Emile Cormier, better known as Gerry to friends and family, passed away at the age of 87, on September 25th, 2023. Born on March 6th, 1936 in Gardner, Massachusetts. Although born and raised in Gardner, he moved to Ashburnham where he raised his family. Gerry could light up any crowd whether young or old with his infectious...
Elvia Cyrene (Robertson) Richards
Sep 21, 2023
It is with great sadness our family announces the peaceful passing of “Evie” on September 21, 2023, at home.
Born to Cyrene and Arthur Robertson on the family farm in East Royalty, Prince Edward Island, Canada, Mom was the last surviving Robertson sibling following the passing of her beloved sister, Ada Champion, in 2019. She was fiercely proud of...
Barbara Buckman Towle
Sep 20, 2023
Barbara Buckman TowleFormerly of Westminster, and of Calimesa, CA - Barbara (Hamlett) Buckman Towle - Beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmotherBarbara (Hamlett) Buckman Towle, a longtime resident of Westminster, passed away of natural causes on September 20th, 2023, surrounded by loving family members at her home in Calimesa, CA.The daughter of Vernon Hamlett and Hattie (Temple) Hamlett, she was born...
Kuniko Belansky
Sep 19, 2023
It is with a profound sadness that we announce the passing of Kuniko Belansky known as “Cookie” age 86, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Sept 19, 2023 at Keystone Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Leominster. She was born in Tokyo Japan on June 23, 1937.
Her life was so beautifully lived and deserves to be beautifully remembered....
Anne T. Allain
Sep 18, 2023
Anne T. (Scandale) Allain, 95, quietly left this world September 18, 2023 after a long period of failing health, with her family by her side. She was born in Newton, MA on February 20, 1928, a daughter of the late Thomaso and Theresa (Manarino) Scandale, and had been a Leominster resident since 1950.
The wife of the late Hernie “Harold”...
Stan V "Stan the Man" Skamarycz
Sep 18, 2023
Westminster-Stanley V. Skamarycz 95 aka Stan the man
Stanley was born on June 15, 1928, in Gardner, the first son of the late Wincenty J. and Josephine (Plona) Skamarycz. He graduated from Gardner High School in 1946. A short time later he enlisted in the U.S. Army. He served in Italy with the 88 Infantry Division and the Trieste Garrison....
Lilianne Babineau
Sep 18, 2023
Lilianne McGrath Babineau, age 91, of Groton formerly of Leominster, beloved wife, and mother, passed away in the early hours of September 18, 2023.
Lilianne was born November 4,1931 in St Isadore, New Brunswick Canada. She immigrated to the US as a young woman in the 1960s looking for a brighter future and met her husband Napoleon in Gardner, Massachusetts.
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Dorothy LaFortune
Sep 14, 2023
It is with heavy heart that I tell friends and family that my mom passed away peacefully Thursday evening. She was 91 and led a full life. She was pre-deceased by her husband, Bernard LaFortune. She leaves her only daughter Deb and Son-in- Kevin Morse of Marstons Mills, MA, her three granddaughters, Sarah Walker and her husband Alex of Gardner,...
Gloria Jane Fournier
Sep 12, 2023
GARDNER - Gloria Jane (Cormier, Mills) Fournier, died on September 12, 2023, in Wachusett Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, Gardner.She was born March 21, 1934, in Gardner, the daughter of the late Hector and Laura (Bettey) Cormier.Gloria attended Holy Rosary School up to fourth grade, then the Franco-American Orphanage in Lowell, from 1943 to 1949, and Gardner High School in 1949...
April Custeau
Sep 12, 2023
April Custeau, a radiant beacon of love and joy, born on April 16th, 1990 in Gardner, MA, passed away on September 12th, 2023. Her life was a testament to the power of love, the strength of the human spirit. April embodied this sentiment perfectly, touching the hearts of those who had the privilege to know her.April was a 2008 graduate...
Robert F. Young
Sep 11, 2023
In Loving Memory of Robert (Bob) F. Young: A Lifelong Legacy of Service, Passion, and Dedication
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Robert (Bob) F. Young, a true pillar of the Ashburnham community. Bob departed from this world on September 11th, 2023 leaving behind a legacy of service, dedication, and unwavering commitment to the...
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