Obituaries
Edward W. Freeman
Mar 12, 2025
Edward W. Freeman, born in Gardner, MA, on March 7, 1951, left us on March 12, 2025. Edward, a man of wit, charm, and a contagious zest for life, was loved by many and will be dearly missed. He resided in Chicopee, Massachusetts. Edward was an extraordinary individual who knew how to find joy in the simple things in life....
Edward W. Freeman
Mar 12, 2025
Edward W. Freeman, born in Gardner, MA, on March 7, 1951, left us on March 12, 2025. Edward, a man of wit, charm, and a contagious zest for life, was loved by many and will be dearly missed. He resided in Chicopee, Massachusetts. Edward was an extraordinary individual who knew how to find joy in the simple things in life....
William Vincent Catelotti
Mar 12, 2025
William Vincent Catelotti, fondly known as Bill to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2025. Born in Springfield, Massachusetts, on July 25, 1950, Bill was a dedicated and reliable individual who brought joy and laughter with his witty sense of humor. He was an ambitious man, always ready to lend a hand and bring about positive...
John J. Jasins Jr.
Mar 9, 2025
John J. Jasins Jr. of Athol Massachusetts passed away in early March 2025. Born February 19, 1937, John excelled as an athlete, with a focus on baseball. He went on to play baseball at Notre Dame and then at Boston University. We worked at New England Electric, the predecessor of National Grid, for multiple decades where he was a dedicated...
John Britt
Mar 6, 2025
John Britt, born on January 24, 1929, in Oil City, Pennsylvania, was a man with a warm heart, and great generous nature. An aficionado of old westerns, he could often be found enjoying a classic John Wayne movie. A favorite past time was going out to get fast food to enjoy. He liked puttering around the house with his son...
Merl D. Newton
Mar 6, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Merl D. Newton, age 91, after a period of declining health. Members of his family were at his side.
Merl was the son of the late Fay H. and Rieta B. Newton. Born in the City of Gardner, MA., he attended Gardner Public Schools and graduated from Gardner High...
Jeanette R. LeBlanc
Mar 5, 2025
Jeanette R. LeBlanc, aged 94, of Gardner, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2025. Born on August 26, 1930, in Gardner, MA, to Alban and Margerite Cormier, she was a lifelong resident of the city she loved.
Jeanette was a dedicated homemaker who took great pride in caring for her family and her home. It was this humble dedication and...
Patricia Ann Whelpley
Mar 5, 2025
Patricia Ann Whelpley, affectionately known as Nan, was a beacon of warmth and care who gracefully touched the lives of many. Born on January 24, 1947, in Athol, MA, Patricia embodied compassion, generosity, and thoughtfulness throughout her life journey.
Patricia's life was a testament to her loving nature and dedication to family. She was married 59 years to her devoted husband,...
Clairette Karen Summers
Mar 5, 2025
Clairette Summers, born October 9, 1941, was a woman of ceaseless compassion and unparalleled resilience. Born in Baghdad, Iraq, and later making her home in Athol, Massachusetts, she cast a luminous light on every life she touched. A true testament to the power of unyielding love, Clairette devoted her life to the care of others, working tirelessly as a Licensed...
Elaine Edwards Rodecki
Mar 4, 2025
Elaine Edwards Rodecki, 93, of Gardner, passed away on March 4 at UMass Medical Center in Worcester, after a brief illness contributed to previous underlying health conditions. She was surrounded by loved ones when she passed.
Elaine is survived by her daughter Karen Rodecki of Long Beach, CA; her grandson Jacob Dickinson and his wife Jacqui, and her great-grandchildren Eloise and...
Robert Howden
Mar 3, 2025
Robert "Rob" Howden passed away on March 3, 2025, in Fitchburg, Massachusetts. Born on March 7, 1973, in Sharon Connecticut, Rob brought warmth and laughter to those around him throughout his life.Rob was known for his caring nature, strength, and sense of humor. He had a remarkable ability to bring joy to others, often cracking jokes and lifting spirits. His...
David Wyllie III, PhD
Mar 2, 2025
David Wyllie III, PhD
November 30, 1933 – March 2, 2025
“An honest man here lies at rest / The friend of man, the friend of truth; / The friend of age, and guide of youth.” – Robert Burns
David “Dave” Wyllie passed away peacefully on March 2. Fittingly born on St. Andrew’s Day in 1933 to David Wyllie and Iris (DeLisle) Wyllie,...
Rose M. Hanmore
Feb 24, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Rose Mary Hanmore, on February 24, 2025.
Born in London, UK on March 30, 1942, Rose and Alan later made Keene, New Hampshire her home, They lived a life full of adventure, laughter, and love. Rose was a woman of strength, determination, and resilience, who faced life’s challenges with an...
Lawrence J. Martowski
Feb 21, 2025
Lawrence J. Martowski, age 77, of Fitchburg, MA, passed away February 21, 2025.
There will be no services at this time.
Mack Family Funeral Home, Athol-Orange Chapel, 110 New Athol Rd., Orange is assisting with Lawrence's arrangements.
Norman J. Robichaud
Feb 21, 2025
It is with great sadness and loving remembrance that the family of Norman J. Robichaud announce his passing on February 21, 2025. Norman was born in the tranquil town of St. Anthony, New Brunswick, Canada on December 17, 1938. He was 86 at the time of his passing. He was the son of the late Alfred and Amanda Robichaud also...
Robert James Coles
Feb 20, 2025
Robert James Coles, 78, of Gardner, MA slipped to the heavens Thursday morning, February 20th, 2025. Bob was born in Hackensack, NJ, on September 10,1946. 1st son of the late Steve Coles and Dorothy (Barr) Coles.
He graduated from Ramsey High School in 1964 where he excelled in art and track & field. After graduation, he worked with his father at...
Betty I. Woodbury
Feb 20, 2025
Betty I. (Towel) Woodbury passed away on February 20, 2025, at Athol Memorial Hospital, where she had been born on January 17, 1931. She was 94 years old.
Betty grew up in Athol and attended Athol Schools graduating from Athol High School in 1949. Betty married Kenneth H. Woodbury and in 1952 moved into the house they built in Royalston, where...
Louise M. Richards
Feb 19, 2025
Louise M. Richards
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Louise, who left us on Wednesday, February 19th, just shy of her 99th birthday.
The youngest of 13 children, Louise was the cherished wife of Harold “Harry” Richards, who predeceased her after 63 years of marriage. During World War II, Louise began her working life folding parachutes, marking...
Alcide Joseph LeBlanc
Feb 15, 2025
Alcide Joseph LeBlanc, born on May 31, 1942, in Dieppe, New Brunswick, Canada, was a man of simple pleasures whose life was marked by a profound love for his family, hockey, and his homeland. Alcide, who relocated to Leominster, Massachusetts, brought with him his Canadian charm, and the distinct flair of his Acadian roots. As a machinist at Aero Plastics....
Mildred L. Lagoy
Feb 14, 2025
Mildred L. Lagoy, 90, of Gardner, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family. Affectionately known as Millie by loved ones and friends, she was born in Winchendon on May 27, 1934, the daughter of Gladys (McGrath) Gettens.
Millie is survived by the love of her life, her husband Donald Lagoy, together they celebrated...
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