Thursday, July 31, 2008

Massachusetts Daily Obituaries 07/31/08

  • Albanese, Sammy

    • Anderson, Kathleen A.

      Marshfield Kathleen A. (Sullivan) Anderson, 52, of Marshfield, died Tuesday in South Shore Hospital in Weymouth, after a short illness. She was born in Brockton, July 17, 1956, and was a graduate of Whitman-Hanson High School, Class of 1974. Mrs. Anderson was a resident of Norwell before moving to Marshfield eight years ago. She was employed as a sales manager for the Anderson Insulation Company in Abington. She was a former nurse's aide for the Norwell Visiting Nurse Association of which she was also a…

      • Baker, Mary L. (Dotolo)

        • Baldwin, Bernard Lee

          Bernard Lee Baldwin 1942-2008 SPRINGFIELD - Lee Baldwin, 65, of Springfield passed away at home after a courageous battle with cancer. Lee was born in Spring-field, son to Miriam June (Felton) Cooney and the late William H. Cooney. He was a graduate of Tech High School and attended American International College and Western New England College. He worked almost 30 years with "The Hope Group" in Northborough, MA as a sales engineer. He was also an Army Reservist veteran during the Vietnam War. Lee…

          • Barbosa, Edith

            Brockton Edith (Alves) Barbosa, 58, of Brockton, died suddenly, Sunday, July 27, 2008, at Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital. She was the wife of Vladmiro C. Barbosa. Born Jan. 10, 1950, in Monte Largo, Fogo, Cape Verde, she was a daughter of Henrique Alves and the late Vitalina (Mendes) Alves. Edith worked in the shipping department at Chadwicks of Boston. She was also a communicant of St. Edith Stein Parish. She is survived by her children, Jose H. Barbosa, Jose P. Barbosa, Vanda (Barbosa) Miranda,…

            • Barrett, Eleanor Dwyer

              may call at the O'DONNELL FUNERAL HOME, 276 PAWTUCKET ST. at Fletcher from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M. on Thursday. Her Funeral will take place from the Funeral Home Friday morning at 9 o'clock followed by a Funeral Mass at the IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CHURCH at 10 o'clock. Burial in St. Mary Cemetery, North Tewksbury. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make contributions in Eleanor's memory to the Immaculate Conception Building Fund, 3 Fayette St., Lowell, MA 01852. E-condolence/directions at…

              • Bean, Lydia Margaret

                • Beder, Vida L.

                  • Bellew, Shirley M. (Johansson)

                    • Bergeron, Normand F.

                      Normand F. Bergeron Centralville resident, Korean War vet; 75 LOWELL Mr. Normand F. Bergeron, age 75, a longtime resident of the Centralville section of Lowell, died Wednesday, July 30, 2008, at Saints Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Dorothy F. (Bernier) Bergeron for 52 years. Born in Lowell, on May 20, 1933, he was a son of the late Onil and Bernadette (Richard) Bergeron. He was a graduate of St. Louis Grammar School and Lowell High School. Mr. Bergeron was a…

                      • Berman, Jeanette

                        Jeanette Berman 1917-2008 CORAL SPRINGS, FL - Graveside service Sunday Aug. 3rd at 11:00 AM at B'nai Jacob Cemetery. The Ascher-Zimmerman Funeral Home is helping the family.,

                        • Binkoski, Mary Ann (Jasper)

                          hours will be Friday, August 1st from 4:00 to 8:00 PM at CALLAHAN & FAY BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 61 Myrtle St. Complete obituary will appear in tomorrow's paper.

                          • Blais, Irene J.

                            Irene J. Blais 1923 2008 CHICOPEE Irene J. (Pepin) Blais, 85, of the Aldenville section of Chicopee was Called Safely Home on Monday, July 28, 2008. She was born in Chisolm, Maine on June 12, 1923, a beloved daughter of the late Odilon and Alice (Dube) Pepin. She was raised in Maine and moved to Springfield in 1942. She lived on Hebron Street in the North End and later on Saint James Avenue in the East Springfield section of Springfield before moving to the Aldenville section of Chicopee in 1972. She was a…

                            • Bogus, Edward A.

                              Edward A. Bogus WINDSOR, CT - Edward A. Bogus died July 26, 2008. Funeral services Saturday Aug. 2. Memorial Mass 10:00 a.m. St. Martha's Church, Enfield. Interment St. Bernard's Cemetery, Enfield.,

                              • Boyle, Anthony J.

                                • Brothers, Yolande G. (Guy)

                                  hours Friday, 4-7PM. Relatives and friends invited to attend. In lieu of flowers, donations in Memory of Yolande G. Brothers to: Asthma & Allergy Respiratory Foundation New England Chapter, 109 Highland Ave., Needham, MA 02494 would be appreciated.

                                  • Brown, Marie C.

                                    Marie C. Brown 1927-2008 WEST SPRINGFIELD - Marie C. (Sullivan) Brown, 81, passed away on July 30, 2008 at Baystate Medical Center after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was born n Palmer, MA on March 30, 1927 to the late Jeremiah P. and Nora A. (Sullivan) Sullivan. Marie was educated in the Palmer School System and graduated from Springfield Hospital School of Nursing in 1948. She was married to the late Paul J. Brown for 55 years. Marie will be deeply missed by her children, Paul and his…

                                    • Buckley, Margaret T. (Sweeney)

                                      • Burrell, John C.

                                        • Campbell, Barbara (Searle)

                                          • Carlen M. Albert-Balderrama

                                            Carlen M. Albert-Balderrama, 53 years old, died at her home on Duffy Dr., on July 22, 2008. Born in Eagle Lake, Maine; daughter of the late Jack Albert and Rella Boucher. After leaving Eagle Lake, Carlene lived in Las Cruces,New Mexico where she met her husband, John Balderrama. They moved to Dallas, TX and then to Hampton Beach, NH be fore settling in Taunton 18 years ago. Carlene made her niche in Taunton, taking classes at the Taunton Beauty Academy. She then worked for MacDonald Moving Company in…

                                            • Carmen M. Silvia

                                              Carmen M. Silvia, wife of the late Edward Silvia Sr., died on Sunday July 27th unexpectedly at Morton Hospital, at the age of 84. Born in Lowell, grew up in East Taunton and educated in Taunton schools. She worked as a Mental retardation worker at the former Paul Dever School for 20 years; prior to that, she worked at Reed and Barton for many years. She was an avid Red Sox fan. She leaves a son Edward Silvia Jr. and his wife Susan of N. Dighton; three grandchildren, Joshua, Garin, and Emily; several…

                                              • Castle, Rita J. (Villani)

                                                • Celeste Jr., James S. "Papa"

                                                • Christensen, Roland J.

                                                  Philadelphia Roland J "Chris" Christensen, 80, formerly of Brockton, Mass., died July 16, 2008, in Philadelphia. He was a son of Sverre and Jeannette (Webber) Christensen; father of five, Carol, Linda, Diane, Joanne, Cheryl and Robert. Also a devoted friend, Dorothy Swinkowski; and is sadly missed by his sister, Shirley and Thomas Kuja of Wareham, Mass. He was the brother of the late Russell and twin brother of the late Roline "Dolly" Wereska; 11 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren;…

                                                  • Clayton, Roberta E. (Daunt)

                                                    • Collins, Paul J.

                                                      • Creeden, Richard C.

                                                        • Currie, Thomas R.

                                                          • Cutter, Arthur E.

                                                            Arthur E. Cutter, Sr. of Lowell, avid Red Sox fan; 94 LOWELL Arthur E. Cutter, Sr., widower of Marion R. (Collins) Cutter, of Lowell, died peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, at his granddaughter's residence on Tuesday July 29, 2008. He was 94. Born in Wilmington on November 7, 1913, he was the son of the late Henry and Leticia Mae (Purington) Cutter. Arthur was an avid Red Sox fan, loved to play cards, especially cribbage, and also enjoyed playing the organ. Survivors include three daughters,…

                                                            • DeJon, Irma G.

                                                              • DeJon, Irma Gertrude

                                                                • DeRosby, Raymond L.

                                                                  • Delaney, Mary (Tomasiello)

                                                                    Mary (Tomasiello) Delaney, 82, of Worcester, passed away Wednesday, July 30th 2008 in the Memorial Hospital surrounded by her sons. Mary's husband of 54 years Paul R. Delaney passed away in 2006. She is survived by her devoted sons, Kevin Delaney and his wife Lynn of Pinckney, MI and Richard Delaney with whom she lived; a sister, Josephine Arell of Worcester; two grandchildren, Kevin DeLaney Jr. and Leah Delaney; a great granddaughter, Marissa; many nieces and nephews. Two brothers, Honorable Anthony…

                                                                    • Dickinson Jr., Dr. Richard D.N.

                                                                      Dr. Richard D.N. Dickinson, Jr. 1929 - 2008 INDIANAPOLIS, IN - Dr. Richard D.N. Dickinson, Jr. (Dick) educator, church leader, president of Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis, Indiana died suddenly on May 24. Dick was born in 1929 and grew up in Enfield, Ma now under Quabbin Reservoir. He attended Boston University school of Theology, receiving his PhD there in Christian social ethics. He joined the faculty of CTS as professor of Christian social ethics in 1968, served as academic dean in 1974,…

                                                                      • Doran, Patricia A.

                                                                        will gather at the McKENNA-OUELLETTE FUNERAL HOME, 327 Hildreth Street, at 8 A.M. on Friday morning. Her Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 9 AM in St. Rita Church. Burial in St. Patrick Cemetery. For directions or condolences, www.mckennaouellette.com

                                                                        • Doucet, Elizabeth (Babin)

                                                                          • Dr. Julius Richmond, U.S. surgeon general

                                                                            Dr. Julius Richmond, the U.S. surgeon general in the Carter administration who issued a report labeling cigarette...

                                                                            • Dube Sr., James G.

                                                                              • Dugas, Julia J.

                                                                                Julia J. Dugas 1923-2008 SPRINGFIELD - Julia Jane (Kowalski) Hussey-Dugas, 85, of Springfield, passed away on Wednesday July 30th at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Chicopee to the late Stanley and Katarzyna (Gadalka) Kowalski, she resided in Chicopee and Springfield throughout her life. She was predeceased by her husband, Edmund J. Dugas, in 1989. She is survived by her son, Frederick T. Hussey and his wife Maryann of East Windsor, CT; by her two grandchildren, Lynnann of Wethersfield, CT and Rick and his…

                                                                                • Duggan Sr., Robert Joseph

                                                                                  • Edna Mae Walton

                                                                                    • Elfman, Ruth L.

                                                                                      Ruth L. Elfman 1919-2008 HOLYOKE - Ruth L. Elfman, 88, died Tuesday in the Jewish Nursing Home. She was born in Holyoke, daughter of the late Isadore and Dora (Orlen) Elfman, lived in Holyoke most of her life before moving to Longmeadow several years ago. She was employed by General Electric in Holyoke for 15 years and subsequently worked for the Springfield Unemployment Office until her retirement. Ruth loved the temple community and was a very active member of both Holyoke temples, The Sons of Zion…

                                                                                      • Elizabeth Kretschmer

                                                                                        • Estanislau, Francisco

                                                                                          • Esterman, Esther (Rogovin)

                                                                                            • Farrell, Christine M. (Walsh)

                                                                                              • Ferolito, Katherine (Ali)

                                                                                                • Fish Jr., Louis A.

                                                                                                  Louis A. Fish Jr., 74, of Charlton St., died Tuesday, July 29, 2008, in his home. He was predeceased by his wife of 32 years, Carol F. (Sweeney) Fish, who died in 1992. He is survived by four sons, Stephen E. Fish of Oxford, Mark A. Fish of Washington, Louis A. Fish III of Chelmsford, and Kenneth A. Fish of Taunton; two brothers, John E. Fish of Virginia and David S. Fish of Oxford; nine grandchildren, one great-great-grandson; several nephews, nieces, aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was predeceased by a…

                                                                                                • Fishman, Michael

                                                                                                  • Flygare, Eleanor

                                                                                                    Eleanor Flygare, 85, of Davie, FL passed away April 17, 2008. She was born in Lithuania, grew up in Worcester graduating from Commerce High School, and later resided in Holden for 57 years before moving to Florida. Eleanor was predeceased by her parents Stanley and Isabel (Kirminas) Mancevice, her husband of 55 years, Carl G. Flygare, Jr., brothers Veto Mancevice and Stanley Mancevice, and sister Ruth Cooperstein. She is survived by a sister, Eldona Ambrose; daughters, Kirsten Alvarez of Davie, FL, and…

                                                                                                    • Foster, John William "Bill"

                                                                                                      • Fraczek, Joseph J.

                                                                                                        • Franks, Anne M. (O'Halloran)

                                                                                                          • Fruzzetti Sr., Andrew J.

                                                                                                            Middleboro Andrew J. Fruzzetti Sr., of Middleboro, and formerly of Bridgewater, passed away after a brief illness, in Boston, July 29. He was age 75. Born in Brockton, Andrew attended Bridgewater High School and later attended Northeastern University for Architectural Design. Andrew worked for various architect firms in Boston and Cambridge. Later, Andrew worked as a construction superintendent for which he traveled all over the United States. He retired in 2007 from Blais Builders of Middleboro as a…

                                                                                                            • Garrison, Donald

                                                                                                              Donald Garrison 1926-2008 LUDLOW - Donald F. Garrison, 81, of Ludlow passed away peacefully on Wednesday July 23, 2008. Born in Springfield, the son of the late Theodore and Annie (House) Garrison he was a 1943 graduate of Classical High School and worked for 36 years at the former Massasoit Engraving Company of Springfield and P+B Engraving as a photo-engraver. Donald was a longtime member of the Ludlow Country Club where he was honored with a lifetime membership. In 1950 he held the course record and he…

                                                                                                              • Hamill, Michael J.

                                                                                                                Brockton Michael J. "Bart" Hamill, 44, lifelong of Brockton, died July 28, 2008. He served in the U.S. Army from 1982-1985 and in the Army National Guard. He formerly worked at Alden Products and Avon Tape, and for the past 20 years, he was employed as a groundskeeper for D.W. Field Park Golf Course. He was a member and past vice president of Polish White Eagles and enjoyed ice fishing and woodworking. He was the beloved husband of Lorraine; loving son of Bridie and Fred Swanson, all of Brockton;…

                                                                                                                • Hanke, Marcella F.

                                                                                                                  Marcella F. Hanke 1913 - 2008 SPRINGFIELD - Marcella F. (Crane) Hanke, 94, of Springfield and a longtime resident of Maple Street in East Longmeadow, died on Tuesday July 29, 2008 at Country Estates of Agawam. She was born in Springfield on November 13, 1913 a daughter of the late Robert E. and Anna G. (Weldon) Crane. Marcella was a graduate of the former Sacred Heart High School in Springfield and had been a resident of East Longmeadow since 1950. She was employed as a bookkeeper for many years at the…

                                                                                                                  • Hanson, Doris E.

                                                                                                                    Shelburne Doris E. (Gould) Hanson, 78, of 9 Barnard Road, Shelburne, died July 27, after failing health, surrounded by her family, at Buckley Healthcare Center, Greenfield. She was born in Greenfield, Aug. 16, 1929, a daughter of Robert and Mildred (Wheeler) Gould. Doris was a 1947 graduate of Arms Academy and a 1951 graduate and Alpha Omega Sorority member of Bridgewater State College, where she majored in early childhood education. Doris taught young children in both the private and public sector. She…

                                                                                                                    • Hanula, Stefania (Kopenski)

                                                                                                                      • Hardy, Gwendolyn Madden

                                                                                                                        • Hayes, Betty L.

                                                                                                                          • Hayes, Eleanor M.

                                                                                                                            Eleanor M. Hayes 1913 - 2008 WEST SPRINGFIELD - Eleanor Marie (La-Montagne) Hayes, 95, formerly of Westfield Street died Tues. at Heritage Hall in Agawam. She was born in Holyoke on April 11th, 1913. She lived in both Springfield and West Springfield. She worked many years as a law clerk at the Springfield Law Library. After that she worked at the Child and Family Services of Springfield. She retired in 1971. She was a communicant of St. Thomas Church. She was the beloved widow of William P. Hayes who died…

                                                                                                                            • Hedge, James D.

                                                                                                                              James D. Hedge, 72, of Worcester died on Sunday July 27 in his home after an illness. Mr. Hedge is survived by his wife of 50 years, Marcia J. (Dickie) Hedge of Worcester; a daughter, Marcia Ann Oliver of Worcester; two sisters, Judith A. Dussault of Oxford and Susan Gallant of Fiskdale; seven grandchildren, Amy M. Hedge, Jessica L. Oliver, Benjamin M. Hedge, Nathan C. Hedge, Jenna L. Oliver, Jarrad J. Oliver, Jeremy F. Oliver; a great-grandson Anthony James Valentino all of Worcester and many nieces and…

                                                                                                                              • Henry H. Dary Jr.

                                                                                                                                Mr. Henry H. Dary, Jr. of this city died July 30, 2008 in the Taunton Nursing Home following a lengthy illness. He was born 79 years ago in New Bedford, the son of the late Henry H., Sr. and Marion (Williams) Dary. He was educated in Taunton and was a graduate of Taunton High School. Prior to his retirement he had been employed as a salesman for the Bay State Gas Company for 31 years. He was a former member of the Attleboro Kiwanis Club. He was an avid pool player and a ballroom dancer. In addition to this…

                                                                                                                                • Henry Margarita

                                                                                                                                  Henry Robert “Bob” Margarita of Stoneham, formerNFL running back, teacher and a veteran, died Monday...

                                                                                                                                  • Herbert, Mary-Carol Maureen (Godsoe)

                                                                                                                                    • Hershoff, Sarah B. (Swartz)

                                                                                                                                      • Hickman, Rosalie M. (Boyd)

                                                                                                                                        • Higgins, Eileen M.

                                                                                                                                          • Hubbard, Richard A.

                                                                                                                                            Richard A. Hubbard, a man recognized for his great generosity and quick wit by all who knew him, died on July 26, 2008, at age 92 at the Lutheran Healthcare Center of Worcester. Born in Boylston, MA, in March 1916, Richard was one of eight children of Eliot Hubbard and Edith May Adams Corey. He was married to Frances Dolbeare, who predeceased him in 2000. He is survived by his four children – Judith Hubbard of Shrewsbury, MA; Diane (Hubbard) Thompson of Millbury, MA; Frances (Hubbard) Madden of…

                                                                                                                                            • Jack Cruz

                                                                                                                                              Jack Cruz, of Taunton, died on July 27, 2008 at Tufts New England Medical Center in Boston after a long illness. He was 83. Born in Taunton, a son of the late Geronimo & Maria (Gonsalves) Cruz. he served with the U.S. Army during WWII. Jack was the owner of Taunton Aero Service at the Taunton Municipal Airport for over 40 years. He was a licensed pilot & enjoyed  fishing & scuba diving. he was the husband of Carol (Zeigler); father of the late Deborah & Mary Alice Cruz; brother of Alice…

                                                                                                                                              • James Thistle

                                                                                                                                                Services have been scheduled for James Thistle of Everett, a pioneering TV news director and journalism professor...

                                                                                                                                                • Jenne, Jessie

                                                                                                                                                  Jessie Jenne longtime resident of Chelmsford; 92 CHELMSFORD Jessie (Griffiths) Jenne, 92, a longtime resident of Chelmsford, and formerly of Berlin, NY, died on Monday, July 28, 2008. She was the wife of the late C. Sherman Jenne. She was born on February 18, 1916 in Leominster, a daughter of the late Percy E. and Jessie (Shaw) Griffiths. Mrs. Jenne was a graduate of Berlin Central High School, Berlin, NY, and attended Syracuse University, College of Home Economics. Prior to her retirement, she worked for…

                                                                                                                                                • Mooradian, George

                                                                                                                                                  • Moriarty, John

                                                                                                                                                    • Moskow, Patricia Duff

                                                                                                                                                      • Mudge, Sandra J. (Graham)

                                                                                                                                                        • Mutzfeld, Harley R.

                                                                                                                                                          • Nappi Sr., John

                                                                                                                                                            • Nazzaro, Anthony

                                                                                                                                                              Brockton Anthony Nazzaro, 82, of Brockton, died Monday at the Veteran's Affairs Medical Center in Brockton after a period of failing health. Born in Medford, Dec. 2, 1925, a son of the late Emmilo and Concetta (Giggi) Nazzaro, he was a veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. Army as a private 1st Class. He was employed as a laborer in the construction industry. A graveside service with military honors will be held Friday at 9:30 a.m. in the Massachusetts National Cemetery, Bourne.…

                                                                                                                                                              • Noble, Michael D.

                                                                                                                                                                • O'Connor, Delia (Howe)

                                                                                                                                                                  • O'Keefe, Joseph C.

                                                                                                                                                                    • Oliveri, Tina (DiGrande)

                                                                                                                                                                      • Orr, Morgan W.

                                                                                                                                                                        Morgan W. Orr HOLYOKE - Morgan W. Orr, 70, passed away peacefully July 29th surrounded by his family after a long illness. He was born in Pelham and graduated from Amherst High School in 1956. He was a U.S. Air Force Veteran serving from 1956-1960 as a Crew Chief of a B47 Stratojet with the 10th SRS stationed at Lockbourne, AFB Ohio. He was preceded in death by his loving wife Rae Etta "Charlie" Orr. He leaves his two sons, Keith Orr of Trenton, Maine and Timothy Orr and his wife Terry of…

                                                                                                                                                                        • Osterhout, Grace H. (Bolinske)

                                                                                                                                                                          Grace Bolinske Osterhout, died July 29, 2008 at Shrewsbury Nursing & Rehab Center, Shrewsbury, MA. Her husband of 41 years, Novice B. Osterhout, died in 1971. She is survived by three children, Robert Osterhout and his wife Marillyn of Cross Hill, SC, Janet Dearden and her husband Kenneth of Shrewsbury, MA and Raymond Osterhout and his wife Donna of Delmar, NY; eight grandchildren and sixteen great-grandchildren. Five siblings, including Emil Bolinske and Tillie Chrysler predeceased her. She was born in…

                                                                                                                                                                          • Pait, Margaret A. (Keough)

                                                                                                                                                                            • Pichierri, Virginia Lee (Hoyle)

                                                                                                                                                                              Virginia Lee (Hoyle) Pichierri, 43, of Barre, formerly of Worcester, died Monday, July 28 after an illness in UMass Memorial Hospital, 119 Belmont St., Worcester. She leaves her husband, Randall Pichierri; two sons, Jeffrey Hoyle of Worcester and David Furbish of Barre; two daughters, Kelsey Furbish and Adrianna Pichierri, both of Barre; her mother, Margaret Premo of Worcester; and two sisters, Arlene McGoldrick of Paxton and Judith Regan of Auburn. She is predeceased by a son, Michael Hoyle and her father,…

                                                                                                                                                                              • Plouffe, Mary

                                                                                                                                                                                • Puopolo, Phyllis F. (Orlando)

                                                                                                                                                                                  • Rich, Winslow G.

                                                                                                                                                                                    • Richard C. Creeden

                                                                                                                                                                                      Richard C. Creeden of Danvers, a World War II veteran and jazz musician, died unexpectedly Monday at his home....

                                                                                                                                                                                      • Richmond, Dr. Julius

                                                                                                                                                                                        • Ripley, Angela M.

                                                                                                                                                                                          • Robert A. Tennant

                                                                                                                                                                                            Robert Anthony Tennant of Attleboro, a retired inspector, died Monday at Sturdy Memorial Hospital in Attleboro....

                                                                                                                                                                                            • Rosenthal, Peter

                                                                                                                                                                                              • Roy, Rene H.

                                                                                                                                                                                                Rene H. Roy 1949 2008 CHICOPEE Rene H. Roy, 58, of the Aldenville section of Chicopee was Called Safely Home on Thursday, July 24, 2008. He was born in Holyoke on September 7, 1949, a beloved son of Juliette G. (Laramee) Roy of Aldenville and the late Rosario H. Roy who was Called Home on February 12, 1999. He was raised in Chicopee, graduated from Chicopee Comprehensive High School and was a lifelong resident of Aldenville. He was employed as a machinist at the former Worthington Pump Company in Holyoke…

                                                                                                                                                                                                • Ruge, Alfred

                                                                                                                                                                                                  Alfred Ruge 1991 - 2008 WESTFIELD - Alfred Ruge, 17, of Westfield, passed away on Monday, July 28, 2008. Born in Springfield on July 5, 1991, a son of Aleksandr and Anna (Arbuzov) Ruge, he lived in Westfield for the past three years and previously in Springfield. He was a member of the Church of the New Covenant and was a piano player in its youth ministry band. He worked at the Shell Gas Mart in Westfield. Alfred is survived by his loving parents, Aleksandr and Anna Ruge, of Westfield; his loving maternal…

                                                                                                                                                                                                • Sarno, Clara Grace (Mangiante)

                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Savoy Sr., Peter E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                    and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visting hours are Friday 4-8 p.m. Interment Union Cemetery, Holbrook. Late U.S. Marine Corps, Korean War veteran. Donations in Peter's memory may be made to Old Colony Hospice, One Credit Union Way, Randolph, MA 02368.

                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Sazer, Edith (Farber)

                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Senez, Raymond G.

                                                                                                                                                                                                        Raymond G. Senez 1943-2008 SPRING HILL, FL - Raymond G. Senez of Spring Hill, Florida, Age 65, passed away on Monday, July 21, 2008 at the VA Medical Center in Tampa, FL. He was born in Springfield and grew up in West Springfield. He Graduated from West Side High in 1961 then joined the US Air Force. He retired after attaining the rank of TSgt in 1977, and moved back to West Springfield. In 1995 he decided to join his parents and sister in sunny Florida. Ray is survived by his mother, Yvette Senez of New…

                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Shaw, John R.

                                                                                                                                                                                                          John R. Shaw, formerly of Billerica John Ronald Shaw, of CA, formerly of Billerica, July 28, 2008, John Ronald Shaw, age 64. Beloved son of Virginia "Ginny" (McLeod) Morgan. Funeral services will be held in the Burns Funeral Home, 354 Boston Rd. (Rt. 3A), Billerica, Friday, August 1, at 10:00 AM. Relatives & friends invited. Visiting 1 hour prior to service from 9-10 AM. Intermemt, Fox Hill Cemetery. www.burnsfuneralhomes.com

                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Snowden, Lorraine Stehman

                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Spinelli, John

                                                                                                                                                                                                              John Spinelli of White River Junction Family and friends are invited to attend memorial calling hours at Ricker Funeral Home in Lebanon on Thursday, July 31, 2008 from 5-7 pm. To accommodate family and friends in Massachusetts, there will also be memorial calling hours at McDonough Funeral Home, 14 Highland Street in Lowell, MA, on Friday August 1, 2008 from 5-8 pm. A graveside service and burial will be held Saturday morning, August 2, 2008 at 10:30 am, at the Revels/Spinelli family plot in Gibson…

                                                                                                                                                                                                              • St. Jean, Ilda (Vastey)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Stangas, George

                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Sweeney, Susan A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Taylor Jr., Raymond L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Thistle, James

                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Thrush, Gary W.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Gary W. Thrush, 56, of Providence Rd. died Sat. July 19 after being stricken ill at his home. He is survived by his wife, Janet (Burdick) Thrush of South Grafton; two sons, Beau Thrush of South Grafton and Dennis Thrush of Northbridge; two grandchildren, Carly Marie and Aden Thrush of Northbridge; two brothers, Dennis Thrush of Worcester and Richard Thrush of N.Y; his stepfather, William Lamae of Oxford. He is predeceased by his sister Kathleen Thrush. Born on March 5, 1952, in Winchendon, MA the son of the…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Tremblay, Shirley Ann

                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Shirley Ann Tremblay 1924-2008 SPRINGFIELD - Shirley Ann (McGough) Tremblay, 83, of Springfield and Long-meadow and formerly of Lorimer Street, Indian Orchard died Tuesday morning July 29, 2008 with her family by her side. Shirley was born in Holyoke on December 9, 1924 a daughter of the late Frank and Anna (Sheehan) McGough. She graduated in 1942 from Holyoke High School and from the Mercy Hospital School of Nursing in 1946. Shirley worked as a private duty nurse in Holyoke and Springfield and for 15 years…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Tzvetanov, Donna Lee

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Vadenais, Normand C.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Normand C. Vadenais of Warwick, Navy vet, WWII; 82 WARWICK, RI Normand C. Vadenais, 82, of Warwick, RI, died Tuesday, July 29, 2008. He was the beloved husband of Sally (Huard) Vadenais. Born in Woonsocket he was a son of the late Willie and Lottie (Gagnon) Vadenais. Mr. Vadenais was a civil servant for over 40 years. He worked as an electrician at Quonset Point Naval Air Station, and Providence Turnkey Post Office. He was a WWII Navy veteran. He was the father of Linda A. Twardowski and Kevin J. Vadenais;…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Varney, Donald F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Donald F. Varney, 77, of Maple Way, died Wednesday, July 30, 2008 in Baystate Medical Center in Springfield. He leaves his wife of 57 years, Sylvia A. (McLaughlin) Varney; four sons, Richard Varney and his wife Ellen and Dane Varney and Gene Varney all of North Brookfield and Lex Varney of East Brookfield; two daughters, Pamela LeBeau and her husband Dennis of East Brookfield and Diahn Simonelli of Webster; one sister, Ann Nealer and her husband Reedy of North Brookfield; seven grandchildren; two nieces and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Vinson, Kenneth

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Voudrin, Jean M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Jean M. Voudrin 1931-2008 SPRINGFIELD - Jean M. (Minardi) Voudrin, 77, passed away on July 29, 2008. She was born in Springfield to the late Ralph L. and Evelyn C. (Palazzi) Minardi. Jean graduated from the former Springfield Technical High School where she enjoyed her math and science classes so much she wanted to be a meteorologist. Jean loved the outdoors and animals. She leaves her two loving children, Susan M. Voudrin of Springfield and Thomas R. Voudrin and his wife Barbara of Springfield. She also…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Walley, Marie A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Wark, Dennis R.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Dennis R. Wark, 61, of Millbury, formerly of Sutton, died Tuesday, July 29th in Milford Regional Medical Center in Milford, after a long illness. His wife, Beverly A. (Germain) Wark died in 1993. He leaves a daughter, Julie A. Wark of Worcester; a son, Scott A. Wark of Florida; his mother, Mildred D. Bishop of North Brookfield; a grandson; a sister, Carolyn Wark of Charlton; nephews and nieces. He was born in Bangor, Maine and is predeceased by his father, Clifford M. Wark. Dennis worked at Rand-Whitney…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Webb, Hazel Vera (Hutchinson)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Weber, Marilyn Busfield (Swanson)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Wrublewski, Albin B.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Braintree Albin B. "Al" Wrublewski, of Braintree, died Tuesday, July 29, 2008, at his daughter's home in Wellesley, at age 83. Born in Quincy, where he was raised and educated, he lived in Braintree for more than 40 years. A U.S. Army Air Corps veteran of World War II, Al worked as an elevator mechanic for Boston Elevator & Machine Co. for 31 years, until his retirement. He was a devoted family man who enjoyed camping, hiking, woodworking and gardening. He was an avid Red Sox and Patriots…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Wrublewski, Albin B. "Al"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Young Sr., Thomas C.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Anderson, Kathleen A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Anderton Jr., William E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Bellew, Shirley M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Bruno, Stella

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Charles F. McKenna, 92

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Collins, Paul J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Creeden, Richard C.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Dr. Sidney J. Lyford Jr.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Dr. Sidney J. Lyford, Jr.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Dubowicz, Bruno L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Dudley Irwin, electrical engineer

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Elsie P. Corse

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Farrell, Christine M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Florence M. Mieczkowski

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Florence Mieczkowski, worked the farm

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Franks, Anne M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • George E. Letendre

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Hickman, Rosalie M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Hilda Martin

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Jarvie, Jean Oberle

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Kala Marie Hardy, 15

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Kathleen T. Leonard

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Kaye, John G.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Maria P. Amarello

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Marie Jeanne Welsh-Becker

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Mary F. Pardridge

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Mary Lewis, worked at Leeds VA Hospital

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Mildred Corash, Hospice Shop volunteer

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Myrtle B. Pike

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Rita J. Castle, 85

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Sadowski, Freda

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Saulnier, John E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Shore, Barbara A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Walker, Peggy A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Walter James Devine, 68

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • William Kain, longtime farmer

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Wednesday, July 30, 2008

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Massachusetts Daily Obituaries 07/30/08

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Ames, Kathleen A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Kathleen A. Ames 1939 - 2008 GRANBY - Kathleen A. Ames, 68, of Center St., passed away on July 27, 2008. She was born October 30, 1939 in Albany, NY. Kathleen resided in Granby and was formerly of Essex, NY.In her leisure; she enjoyed traveling, gardening and spending time with her horses. Her husband Noel W. Ames predeceased her in 2005. Three children Charlie Ames of Pittsburgh, PA, Christopher Ames of Peru, MA and Cindy Ames of New Braintree, MA survive her as do sisters Jane Augeri of New York/Florida…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Anglin, Marilyn R.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Bairros, Antone

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            NEW BEDFORD —Antone Bairros, 80, of New Bedford, died Tuesday, July 29, 2008, at St. Luke's Hospital following a brief illness. He was the widower of Elizabeth (Oliver) Bairros and the son of the late Manoel J. and Maria S. (Pacheco) Bairros. He was born in New Bedford and was a lifelong resident. He was a communicant of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church. He was formerly employed by Modern Auto Body as a painter until his retirement. He was a U. S. Army veteran of World War II and the recipient of the…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Baldwin, Bernard Lee

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Bernard Lee Baldwin 1942-2008 SPRINGFIELD - Lee Baldwin, 65, of Springfield passed away at home after a courageous battle with cancer. Lee was born in Spring-field, son to Miriam June (Felton) Cooney and the late William H. Cooney. He was a graduate of Tech High School and attended American International College and Western New England College. He worked almost 30 years with "The Hope Group" in Northborough, MA as a sales engineer. He was also an Army Reservist veteran during the Vietnam War. Lee…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Baltazar, Patricia

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Patricia Baltazar 1918 - 2008 LUDLOW - Patricia "Pat" Baltazar, 89, died July 28, 2008, in Costa Mesa, CA. Born in Ludlow, Dec. 22, 1918, to the late Rosalina and Adelino Gonsalves, she was a lifelong resident until moving to CA. eight years ago. She was predeceased by her husband, Diego; sisters Hortence and Olivia Ranck and brothers Casey and Ruffy. She leaves her son, Robert and his wife, Sandra of Ludlow; daughter Patricia Simpson and husband, Jack of Costa Mesa; three grandchildren, Robert…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Barrett, Eleanor Dwyer

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  may call at the O'DONNELL FUNERAL HOME, 276 PAWTCKET ST. at Fletcher from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M. on Thursday. Her Funeral will take place from the Funeral Home Friday morning at 9 o'clock followed by a Funeral Mass at the IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CHURCH at 10 o'clock. Burial in St. Mary Cemetery, North Tewksbury. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make contributions in Eleanor's memory to the Immaculate Conception Building Fund, 3 Fayette St., Lowell, MA 01852. E-condolence/directions at…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Basilio, Albertino V.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    NEW BEDFORD —Albertino V. Basilio, 88, of New Bedford, died Tuesday, July 29, 2008, at St. Luke's Hospital after a long illness. He was the husband of Carmel (Amarante) Basilio and son of the late Francisco and Loide (Ribeiro) Basilio. He was born in Funchal, Madeira Island and had lived in New Bedford for 56 years. He was a communicant of Our Lady of Guadalupe at St. James Church. Mr. Basilio was formerly employed by Acushnet Process as a machine operator until his retirement. He was the oldest…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Bellew, Shirley M. (Johansson)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Bonfanti, Corey L.E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Bostrom, Genevieve T. (Metivier)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Genevieve T. (Metivier) Bostrom, 90, formerly of Charlton, passed away Monday, July 28, 2008 in Webster Manor. Her husband of 48 years, Robert E. Bostrom died in 1995. She leaves behind four children: David E. Bostrom and his wife Mary of Wallingford, CT., Janet M. wife of Victor Volpe of South Kingstown, R.I., John R. Bostrom and his wife Cathy of Charlton, and Terry A. Pipes and her husband Dennis of Asbury, N.J. She was a loving grandmother to 9 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren and also leaves…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Bragiel, Sophie

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Sophie Bragiel 1912 - 2008 CHICOPEE - Sophie "Peg" (Jajuga) Bragiel, 96, passed away on Tuesday July 29, 2008 at the Redstone Rehabilitation & Nursing Center in East Longmeadow. Born in the Three Rivers section of Palmer on February 25, 1912, she was the daughter of the late John and Julia (Kamiska) Jajuga. Sophie attended Palmer schools and was graduated from Palmer High School in 1929 and Bay Path Institute in 1931. During her career she had worked for Better Brushes of Palmer and in the…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Bresler, Sheryl

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Brodsky, Sylvia (Liebman)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Bruso, Albert R.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Albert R. Bruso, 59, died Monday, July 28th in his home, after an illness. He leaves his wife, Doreen (Laythe) Bruso; a son, Albert R. Bruso Jr. and his wife Robin Bruso of Putnam, CT; his grandchildren, Albert R. Bruso III, Ethan Bruso and Emily Majeau; a brother, James F. Bruso and his wife, Jeannette of Millbury; a sister, Christine Sotek of Douglas; nephews and nieces. He was born in Milford son of Helen Bruso and he attended schools in Grafton and Millbury. Albert was a Marine Corp veteran for 17…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Bubier, Bion R. "Bob"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    EAST DENNIS —Bion R. "Bob" Bubier, died Tuesday, July 29, 2008, at the West Roxbury Veteran Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Jeanne (Chartier) Bubier for 58 years. Mr. Bubier is a disabled American veteran. He was wounded in Action on Jan. 7, 1945, in Northeastern, France. His name is permanently inscribed on the Wall of Liberty as one of the courageous Americans whose sacrifice and commitment led to the liberation of Europe during World War II. A funeral Mass will be held on Saturday,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Bugley, Douglas A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Candea, Jean (Glidden)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Carbone, Annette (Zuccala)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Carlen M. Albert-Balderrama

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Carlen M. Albert-Balderrama, 53 years old, died at her home on Duffy Dr., on July 22, 2008. Born in Eagle Lake, Maine; daughter of the late Jack Albert and Rella Boucher. After leaving Eagle Lake, Carlene lived in Las Cruces,New Mexico where she met her husband, John Balderrama. They moved to Dallas, TX and then to Hampton Beach, NH be fore settling in Taunton 18 years ago. Carlene made her niche in Taunton, taking classes at the Taunton Beauty Academy. She then worked for MacDonald Moving Company in…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Carmen M. Silvia

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Carmen M. Silvia, wife of the late Edward Silvia Sr., died on Sunday July 27th unexpectedly at Morton Hospital, at the age of 84. Born in Lowell, grew up in East Taunton and educated in Taunton schools. She worked as a Mental retardation worker at the former Paul Dever School for 20 years; prior to that, she worked at Reed and Barton for many years. She was an avid Red Sox fan. She leaves a son Edward Silvia Jr. and his wife Susan of N. Dighton; three grandchildren, Joshua, Garin, and Emily; several…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Caroglanian, Elizabeth E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Elizabeth E. Caroglanian 1911-2008 WILBRAHAM - Elizabeth E. (Sarkisian) (Emirzian) Caro-glanian, 97, formerly of Brookdale Drive, Wilbraham died Monday, July 21, 2008, in Life Care of Wilbra-ham. Elizabeth was born in Leominster on May 31, 1911, a daughter of the late Mark and Altoon (Kazange) Sarkisian. She was raised in Springfield and graduated from Commerce High School. Elizabeth worked for many years as a secretary at both the former Standard Electric Time and retiring from Springfield Label and Tape.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Carter, Robert W.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Cassella Sr., Lawrence A. "Larry"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Lawrence A. "Larry" Cassella Sr, 92, of Sunrise Florida, formerly of Worcester passed away Sunday, July 27th, 2008 in Sunrise after a long battle with heart disease. Mr. Cassella was born in Hancock, New York, May 28th 1916, a son of Nunzio and Maria (Farina) Casella. He grew up and lived in Worcester, served in the U.S. Army during World War II, before moving to Sunrise, Florida more than thirty five years ago. During his employed years Larry worked for a local steel mill and David Clark Company…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Celeste Jr., James S. "Papa"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Clark, Donald D.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      St. Petersburg, Fla. Donald D. Clark, 87, of St. Petersburg, formerly of Plympton, Mass., passed away Wednesday, July 16, in St. Petersburg, after a brief illness. He was born in 1921, in Quincy, Mass., son of the late Donald and Elma Clark of Braintree, Mass. He was preceded in death by his wife, Louise, his high school sweetheart, whom he married in 1943, and with whom he enjoyed 61 years of marriage until Louises death in 2004. He is survived by their five children, Donald Clark and Robert Clark, both of…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Cole, Shirley E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Cooper, William J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          William J. Cooper 1962-2008 WARE - Funeral services for William J. Cooper, 46, of 85 East St. will be held on Friday at 10am at the Charbonneau Funeral Home, Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery both in Ware.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Corse, Elsie P.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Costa, Grace C.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Grace C. Costa lifelong resident of Lowell; 85 Lowell Grace C. (Vezina) (Marchand) Costa, age 85, a lifelong resident of Lowell died Sunday July 27th at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, following a short illness. She was the beloved wife of the late David Costa who died in 1999. Born in Lowell, on August 16, 1922 she was the daughter of the late Rosaire and Corrine (Robillard) Vezina. She attended Lowell Schools. Prior to her retirement, Grace had been employed by the former St. Joseph Hospital as a Nurses…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Costello Jr., John F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Cox, Cherise T. (Tracy)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Craig, Michael T.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Michael T. Craigformerly of Chelmsford; 53 New Hartford, NY Michael T. Craig, 53, of New Hartford, NY and formerly of Chelmsford, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 26, 2008 at his home. He was born February 1, 1955 in Utica, the son of the late John E. and Jane M. Miller Craig. Mike was a graduate of Niagara University. For many years, he was employed in the transportation industry. Mike was a loving and devoted father, who enjoyed life and his family. He was always willing to lend a helping hand,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Currie, Thomas R.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Daley, Rev. John A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Daly, Peter G.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Davis, Debra A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • DeLeo Sr., Alfred M. "Al"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Dechambeau, Marjorie A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • DiMeglio, Concetta (Auciello)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Dorrer, Doris M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Pembroke Doris M. Dorrer, of Pembroke, died on July 27, 2008. She was 89 years old. Mrs. Dorrer is the wife of the late Anthony Dorrer. Mother of Thomas Bolus and his wife Janis of Kingston. mother in law of Walter Casey; and her daughter the late Cynthia Casey of Halifax; grandmother of three; and is also survived by several great-grandchildren. At the request of the family there will be no services. To offer condolences please visit www.shepherdfuneralhome.com .

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Driscoll, Noreen (Curran)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Dudzinski, Frances (Lemanski)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Frances (Lemanski) Dudzinski, 81, died Sunday, July 27th in St. Vincent Hospital in Worcester. Her husband, Konstanty Dudzinski died in 1982. She leaves three daughters, Theresa Dudzinski, her loving daughter and caretaker for so many years, with whom Frances lived in Worcester, Stella T. wife of Charles R. Johnson of Millbury and Frances J. Currier of Millbury; a son, Konstanty Dudzinski and his wife Kathy of Worcester; three grandchildren, Adam Currier, Roberta Mandella and April Marie Dudzinski; four…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Duval, Raymond A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Raymond A. Duval 1932-2008 HADLEY - Raymond A. Duval, 76, died Tuesday at Linda Manor in Leeds. Born in Holyoke, February 3, 1932, he was the son of the late Leo and Blanche (Giguere) Duval. Ray lived in Hadley and served in the Marine Corp. He was the recipient of two purple hearts and was a member of the American Legion Post 271 in Hadley. He retired from Mt. Holyoke College and had previously worked for the Springfield Police Department. His wife, Brenda (Baj) Duval preceded him in death in 2001. He is…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Eannuzzo, Salvatore J. "Toto"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Edwards, Margaret A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Epstein, Betty C.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Farrell, Christine M. (Walsh)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Ferolito, Katherine (Ali)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Fish Jr., Louis A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Louis A. Fish Jr., 74, of Charlton St., died Tuesday, July 29, 2008, in his home. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of Paradis Funeral Home, Oxford. www.paradisfuneralhome.com

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Fleury, Janet T.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Janet T. Fleury WEST BROOKFIELD - Janet T. (Laliberte) Fleury, 71, Friday, July 25, 2008. Funeral is private at the convenience of her family. Varnum Funeral Home, Inc. is directing arrangements.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Fonseca, Anna M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Anna M Fonseca of Billerica; 88 Billerica Anna M (Moscato) Fonseca, age 88, died Monday at Lexington Health Care. She was born in Boston, August 4, 1919, daughter of the late Luigi and Lucy (Medeiros) Moscato and lived in Cambridge and Bedford before moving to Billerica in 1952. Mrs. Fonseca had worked for Sipex in Bedford, Microwave Associates in Burlington and most recently as a cashier for Market Basket. She is survived by two sons and a daughter-in-law, Manuel and Kathy Fonseca of Newburyport and David…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Fonseca, Anna M. (Moscato)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Forman, Jeanette

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            FAIRHAVEN —Jeanette (Levin) Forman of Fairhaven, formerly of Newton, entered into rest July 14, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Isaac "Al" Forman. Devoted mother of Stuart Forman and his wife Deborah of Fairhaven. Loving sister of the late Rachel P. Levin. Dear grandmother of Adam, Seth and Matthew and great-grandmother of Jaclyn Sue and Bradley Isaac. Services were held at Schlossberg Solomon Memorial Chapel, 824 Washington Street, CANTON on Wednesday, July 16, officiated by Rabbi Barry Hartman…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Fortier, Rena M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Rena M. Fortier 1915 - 2008 WHITEHALL, PA - Rena M. (Hebert) Fortier, 93, formerly of Granby, Mass. died Saturday July 26, 2008 at Fellowship Manor in Whitehall, PA. She was born in Holyoke. Rena was the daughter of the late Arthur and Bertha (Derome) Hebert. She was a graduate of Chicopee High School. Rena worked for the Granby School Department. Rena along with her husband Rene, where involved with the building of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Granby. She was an active member of the church for…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Foster, John William "Bill"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Frias, Joseph E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Gaglini, Gena (Lombardi)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Galaska, Joseph

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Joseph Galaska 1923 - 2008 CHICOPEE -- Joseph Galaska, 85, of Chicopee, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 25, 2008 at the Northamp-ton Nursing Center. Born March 30, 1923, the son of the late Wladyslaw and Agata (Biernacki) Galaska, he was a lifelong Chicopee resident. Joseph was retired from the Moore Drop Forge Co. and worked previously for the JG Hendron Co. He was a communicant of the Basilica of St. Stanislaus, Bishop and Martyr. He was an avid sportsman who loved fishing and walking. Joseph is…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Garrison, Donald

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Donald Garrison 1926-2008 LUDLOW - Donald F. Garrison, 81, of Ludlow passed away peacefully on Wednesday July 23, 2008. Born in Springfield, the son of the late Theodore and Annie (House) Garrison he was a 1943 graduate of Classical High School and worked for 36 years at the former Massasoit Engraving Company of Springfield and P+B Engraving as a photo-engraver. Donald was a longtime member of the Ludlow Country Club where he was honored with a lifetime membership. In 1950 he held the course record and he…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Giglio Jr., Joseph J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Girard, Victor R.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Victor R. Girard 1930 2008 CHICOPEE - Victor R. Girard, 78, a life long resident of this city and a former member of the Chicopee Fire Department, died Monday at home. Born & educated in Chicopee, he was the son of the late Arthur & Dora (Bonneau) Girard. Victor was a graduate of Chicopee High School, and had served with the Chicopee Fire Department for 28 years, retiring at the rank of Lieutenant. Victor was also plumbing supervisor at Mt Holyoke College for many years, and was the plumbing…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Glennie, Eleanor M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              and friends respectfully invited to attend. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, the family would like donations to the Covenant Congregational Church, 204 Center St., North Easton, MA 02356. To sign an online condolence or for directions, visit www.copelandmackinnon.com .

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Goguen, William John

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                William John Goguen, 48, of Northborough, died Monday, July 28th in the UMass Memorial Hospital, Worcester. He leaves his wife of 11 years, Judy Ann (Richinick) Goguen; his son, Jason William Goguen at home; his brother, Gary M. Goguen of Southborough; his two sisters: Jane E. Baronas of Boston and Pamela J. Goguen of Falmouth; many aunts, uncles, nieces and a nephew. He was born and raised in Fitchburg, a son of the late William F. and Martha J. (Daly) Goguen. He graduated from Fitchburg High School, Class…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Grasso, Oto

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Greenawalt, Austin S. "Snuffy"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Hanke, Marcella F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Marcella F. Hanke 1913 - 2008 SPRINGFIELD - Marcella F. (Crane) Hanke, 94, of Springfield and a longtime resident of Maple Street in East Long-meadow, died on Thursday July 29, 2008 at Country Estates of Agawam. She was born in Springfield on November 13, 1913 a daughter of the late Robert E. and Anna G. (Weldon) Crane. Marcella was a graduate of the former Sacred Heart High School in Springfield and had been a resident of East Longmeadow since 1950. She was employed as a bookkeeper for many years at the…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Hayes, Betty L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Hayes, Dick S.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Dick S. Hayes, 59, of North Grafton, died Saturday, July 26th in his home, surrounded by his family. He leaves his wife, Lisa M. Hayes; a son, Richard Hayes Jr. of Florida; a sister, Jeanne Bolivar of Grafton; four nieces, Kim Hayes, Lisa Gallo, Jodi Hayes and Crystal Silva, a nephew, Andrew Bolivar; his loving cats, Ernie Jr. and Bananas. He was born in Milford and is predeceased by his parents, Frank G. and Emily (Kulbabinski) Hayes and two brothers, Frank Hayes and Jimmy Hayes. Dick owned and operated…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Higgins, Mary M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            and friends are respectfully invited to attend a funeral service of remembrance in the Unity Church of North Easton, 9 Main Street, Easton, on Saturday, Aug. 2nd, at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers donations in Marys memory May be sent to the Home for Little Wanderers, 271 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA. 02115. Arrangements are by Kane Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Easton. For condolences visit www.kanefuneralhome.com .

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Hubbard, John H.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Jack Cruz

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Jack Cruz, of Taunton, died on July 27, 2008 at Tufts New England Medical Center in Boston after a long illness. He was 83. Born in Taunton, a son of the late Geronimo & Maria (Gonsalves) Cruz. he served with the U.S. Army during WWII. Jack was the owner of Taunton Aero Service at the Taunton Municipal Airport for over 40 years. He was a licensed pilot & enjoyed  fishing & scuba diving. he was the husband of Carol (Zeigler); father of the late Deborah & Mary Alice Cruz; brother of Alice…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Jacob Michael Edenberg-Carye

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  In Taunton, July 24, 2008 Jacob Michael died accidentally in his home at the age of one. He leaves his beloved parents Jeremy Edenberg & Julie Krajewski both of Taunton. His siblings Slyvia, Samuel, Claire, Charles, Alyssa, Hailee and Skyie.  His Grandparents Edward & Deborah Carye of Whitman, Susan Edenberg of Taunton and Rita Aguiar of Taunton.  Visiting hours will be held at the O’Keefe-Wade Funeral Home, 70 Washington St. in Taunton on Mon. from 4-7pm. with a funeral service at 7pm.…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Javier, Ernesto A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Stoughton Ernesto A. Javier, 51, died at New England Sinai Hospital in Stoughton, on Monday, July 28 after a lengthy illness. He was the husband of Myrna M. (Zarate) Javier. Born and educated in the Philippines, he moved to Stoughton 4 years ago. Mr. Javier was a meat clerk at Shaws in Canton. In addition to his wife; Mr. Javier is survived by his son, Bryan Jan Javier of the Philippines. Funeral will be held from the Farley Funeral Home, 358 Park St. (Rte. 27), Stoughton ,on Saturday at 9:30 a.m., followed…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Johnson Jr., Robert E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Jones III, John W. "Jay"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Joseph Coelho

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Formerly of Taunton — Joseph Coelho, husband of Lena (Rose) Coelho, died on July 26th at the Cape Heritage Nursing & Rehab Center in Sandwich after a brief illness. He was 90. Born in Taunton, he was the son of the late John and Serafina (Berthao) Coelho.  Educated in Taunton Schools, he graduated from Taunton High School in 1936.  A firefighter with the Taunton Fire Dept. for many years, he retired as Lieutenant in 1982. He also operated Coelho Painting and Decorating for many years, and was a…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Joyce, Constance H. (Crosby)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Kaegebein, E. William (Bill)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Kearns, Ellen

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Ellen Kearns 1923-2008 ANDOVER, MA - Ellen (Wrinkle) Kearns, an Andover resident since 1958, died on Saturday, July 26, 2008. She was 84 years old. Born in Springfield, MA on Nov. 25, 1923 she graduated from American International College in 1945. She was an active member of St. Robert Bellarmine Church in West Andover for many years. Ellen was married for almost 60 years to the love of her life, Donald Kearns, who preceded her in death. She is survived by her children, Frank Kearns, Mary Childs, Catherine…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Kearns, Ellen (Wrinkle)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • King, Earl C.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Earl C. King, 77, of Douglas St. died Mon. July 28, at Sunbridge Care and Rehab in Milford. He is survived by his wife of 53 years Mary E. (McGarrigle) King; a son David E. King of Uxbridge; two daughters Kathy M. Allaire and her husband Danny of Killingly, CT and MaryEllen Cole and her husband Sean of Uxbridge; 6 grandchildren Katy, Liz, Steven, and Nicholas Allaire and Emily and Teddy Cole; and a sister Ruth Lubas of Northbridge. He was predeceased by his son Wayne R. King in 1974. Born in Douglas on June…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Knott, Maurice J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Maurice J. Knott, of Falmouth and formerly of Shrewsbury, died peacefully Sunday, July 27th in Falmouth, after an illness. His wife, Ellen (Doctor) Knott died in 1977. He leaves his daughter, Peggy Glowacki and her husband Michael of Fitchburg; two granddaughters: Nancy Paulauskas of North Grafton and Karen Stratford of Goffstown, NH; four great grandchildren: Taylor and Tori Paulauskas, and Cole and Sophia Stratford; his longtime friend and companion, Lois Girard of Falmouth; as well as several nieces and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Kontaxis, Ethel "Efthimia" (Cimi)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Ethel "Efthimia" (Cimi) Kontaxis, of Worcester, passed away Monday, July 28th in St. Francis Home after a short illness. Her husband, Peter E. Kontaxis, died in 1984. She leaves a son, Teddy E. Kontaxis and his wife Maureen of Watertown; two daughters, Anna E. Kontaxis of Worcester and Angelina E. Contonio and her husband James of South Dennis; a sister, Alexandra Qirani of Greece; and several nephews and nieces. She was born in Albania, the daughter of Spiro and Anna (Pappas) Cimi and moved here…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • L'Ecuyer, Agnes

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Agnes L'Ecuyer 1908 - 2008 SOUTH HADLEY - Agnes J. (Lefebvre) L'Ecuyer, 100, of South Hadley, passed away on July 26, 2008 after a valiant and courageous fight for life. Born in Holyoke, MA on April 6, 1908 to Josephine (Lucier) and Lawrence Lefebvre. She worked at the Yankee Pedlar and at Winfield Hats. She was the wife of the late Richard L. L'Ecuyer who died in 1962. She leaves her sons, Richard of North Carolina, Roland and Robert of South Hadley, her daughter Cecile Morris of Tennessee, a…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • LaMontagne, William Ivan

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          William Ivan LaMontagne 1917-2008 SPRINGFIELD - William I. LaMontagne, age 90, passed away peacefully at Redstone Nursing Home in East Longmeadow, MA on July 27, 2008. Born in Springfield, he was a veteran of World War II having served with the U.S. Army in the Philippines. Upon returning home from the war, he became a firefighter with the City of Springfield, retiring in 1977. He was married to the former Elda M. Hitchcock of Springfield and is survived by two children; William J. of Enfield, CT and James…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Lameiras, Alan M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Lichwala, Egmont F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Egmont F. Lichwala 1918-2008 GILBERTVILLE - Egmont F. Lichwala. A Funeral Mass will be held for Egmont F. Lichwala on Friday, August 1, at 10 am in St. Aloysius Church, Gilbertville. Interment will follow in St. Aloysius Cemetery. Cebula Funeral Home, Ware, is entrusted with arrangements.,

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Lo Presti, Adeline (Santilli)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Loftus, Claire M. (McDonald)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Loglisci, Adrienne M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Adrienne M. Loglisci 1939-2008 MONSON - Adrienne M. (Bleau) Loglisci, 69, died at home surrounded by her loving family Monday, July 28, 2008. Born in Palmer to the late Albert and Adrienne (Dinelle) Bleau she has been a long time Monson resident. She was a waitress at area restaurants and worked at Dan Wesson Arms in Monson for a period of time. Adrienne was a member of the First Church of Monson, Congregational. Adrienne leaves her husband, Joseph W. Loglisci and two sons Donald Loglisci and his wife Lynn…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Logue, Eleanor A. (Kearns)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Lourenco, Maria E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Maria E. Lourenco 1950-2008 CHICOPEE - Maria Emilia Lourenco, 57, of Chicopee, was called to heaven after a difficult and valiant battle with cancer, on Monday July 28, 2008 at Baystate Medical Center. She was born on December 27, 1950 in Alcobaca Portugal, daughter of the late Antonio Rodrigues and Emilia Joaquina. Maria came to this country in 1975, and was employed as a Fiber Optics Technician at Biolitech in East Longmeadow. She was a faithful communicant of Saint Jerome Church in Holyoke, and a member…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Lovell, Kenneth S.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          MATTAPOISETT —Kenneth Starr Lovell, 96 years young, quietly passed away June 24th 2008. Ken was born March 3rd 1912, in Hanover, Massachusetts, the son of Ralph and Clara Lovell. He leaves his wife, Mary Ellen Lovell (nee Disken) of Kennesaw, Georgia. He enjoyed being Dad to three children; Peggy Casey of Tucson, Arizona, Robert Starr Lovell of Kennesaw, Georgia, and Sammie Rhoades of Findlay, Ohio. Ken was Papa, Poppa and Grampy to four granddaughters and four grandsons, six great-grandsons and one…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Lyons, Lisa (Morin)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Lisa (Morin) Lyons, daughter of Emile Morin & Lisa Morin died July 22, 2008. She leaves 11 kids, husband, family, & friends.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Mailhott, Leo P.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              and Friends are invited to attend Calling Hours for Leo on Thursday from 4-8 pm in the Ryder Funeral Home, 33 Lamb St., South Hadley. There will be a private Burial Service. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Leo's memory may be made to the Noble Visiting Nurse and Hospice, 77 Mill St., Westfield, MA, 01085. Ryder Funeral Home #533-1735,

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Mazo, Alexander J.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Alexander J. Mazo of Lowell Alexander J. Mazo, age 32, died unexpectedly in Lowell on Sunday, July 27, 2008. Relatives and friends may call at the M. R. LAURIN & SON FUNERAL HOME, 295 Pawtucket St., Lowell on Thursday, July 31 from 5 to 8pm. His Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday morning at 10 o'clock at St. Patrick Church, Lowell. Interment will be private at St. Joseph Cemetery, Chelmsford. Funeral Directors M. Richard Laurin, Scott Laurin and Louis Fazio 978-452-0121…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • McCarron, Eileen T. (Kilroy)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • McGinnis, Theresa

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      : Memorial services to celebrate the life of Theresa Koblensky McGinnis and husband, William Alfred McGinnis will be Saturday, Oct. 25, 2008, at 10 a.m. at Stamford Community Church, Main Road, Stamford Vt., with the Rev. William Wilson Jr., pastor, officiating. A reception will follow at the clubhouse at Stamford Golf Course. Burial will be private in Southview Cemetery, North Adams. There will be no calling hours. Memorial donations may be made to Elder Services of Berkshire County or Link to Life in care…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • McKenna, Charles F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • McLaughlin, Ruth T.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Mercer, Patricia A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            NEW BEDFORD —Patricia A. (Foster-Ellis) Mercer, "Patty," 45, of New Bedford, died unexpectedly at home on Monday, July 28, 2008 after battling heart disease for several years. She was the former wife of the late Kevin Ellis and good friend of John B. Mercer. Born in New Bedford, a daughter of Stephen L. Foster Sr., of Fairhaven and the late Mary E. (Lee) Foster, she had been a lifelong area resident. Ms. Mercer graduated from Fairhaven High School Class of 1980, received an Associates Degree in…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Merriman, Daniel C. (Featured Guest Book)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Miller, Richard D.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Richard D. Miller, 83, formerly of Avery Heights Road, Holden, and most recently of Chadwick St., Worcester, died Sunday, July 27, 2008 in the University Commons Nursing Home, Worcester, after an illness. He leaves his son, Michael J. Miller of Waltham; his daughter, Heidi M. Davis of Livonia, NY; and four grandchildren. Two sisters, Mildred Dickson and Beatrice Higgins, predeceased him. He was born in Fitchburg, son of Frederick A. and Nina (Ashley) Miller. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II…

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Molloy, Marian (McGuire)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Moriarty, John

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Moscatelli, Dante "Danny"

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Murphy, Marguerite Anne

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Marguerite Anne Murphy 1915 - 2008 WESTFIELD - Marguerite Anne Murphy of Westfield, Massa-chusetts passed away surround-ed by her loving family on July 27, 2008 after a brief illness. Her passing came one day after her ninety-third birthday. Born July 26, 1915 to Anne (Callahan) and Harold Thomas Murphy, Marguerite spent her early years in Springfield, Massachusetts moving to West Springfield, Massachusetts when her father became superintendent of the Eastern States Exposition. She grew up living on the Big…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Nappi Sr., John

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Neofotistos, Faith G.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Faith G. Neofotistos of Dracut; 66 Dracut Faith G. (Delazanos) Neofotistos, 66, of Dracut, died Saturday afternoon at Brigham and Woman's Hospital in Boston, surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of the late Pantellis "Paul" L. Neofotistos, a well-known local businessman, who died March 31, 2007. Together, they owned and operated numerous businesses, and were each other's best friend. Born in Lowell June 4, 1942, the daughter of the late George and the late Bessie (Helas)…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Opata, Helen R.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Helen R. Opata 1913-2008 WARE - Helen R. (Klimek) Opata, 95, of 62A Valley View Apts., passed away on Monday, July 28, 2008 at Redstone Rehabilitation & Nursing Center, East Longmeadow. She was born in Ware, daughter of the late Joseph and Karolina (Wojnas) Klimek and was a life-long resident. Helen was a stitcher at the former J.T. Wood Co. in Ware for several years before retiring in 1978. Previously, she worked at the former Ware Shoe Co. and Ware Woolen Co. Helen was a member of the Ware Golden…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Portelle, Claude Arlette

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Claude Arlette Portelle of Westford, Formerly of France; 71 Westford Claude Arlette (Guillot) Portelle, 71, of Westford died Monday July 28, 2008 at the Lowell General Hospital after a long illness. She was the wife of Robert Portelle with whom she celebrated their 51st wedding anniversary on March 4. She was born in France, a daughter of the late Etienne and Christiane (Corbin) Guillot. She was raised and educated in France before coming to the United States in 1967. Claude worked as a French Teacher at…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Prohaska, John T.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Ripley, Angela M.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Sarno, Clara Grace (Mangiante)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Savoy Sr., Peter E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Scarbo, Marjorie

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Marjorie Scarbo formerly of Tewksbury; 76 Spring Hill, FL Marjorie Scarbo, 76, of Spring Hill, FL, passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2008 at Hernando Care Center in Brooksville. She was born in England and lived in Tewksbury until 1989 when she relocated to Spring Hill. She retired from Market Basket supermarket as office manager for 16 years. She was an avid bowler and enjoyed knitting, watching tennis and spending time with family and friends. She is survived by her loving husband, Frederic of Spring Hill,…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Schipani, Marie A. (Mazza)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Sheehy, Emily C.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Sidman, Frances (Sandel)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Slavet, Bernice (Bornstein)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Slayton, Rose

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Southworth, Barbara L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Spinelli, John L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          John L. Spinelli born in Lowell, formerly of N. Reading; 43 White River Junction, VT John L. Spinelli, 43, of White River Junction, VT, formerly of both Lebanon, NH & North Reading, MA, died at his home early Wednesday morning, July 23, 2008, after a long illness. He was born on April 12, 1965 in Lowell MA. John was a happy man who would listen or talk to anyone. He took after his mother in his enjoyment of and talent with his fantastic cooking and gardening skills. John enjoyed snowmobiling, riding on…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Stangas, George

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Stumpf, Helen A. (Harrigan)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Helen A. (Harrigan) Stumpf , 94, of 30 Julio Drive, Shrewsbury, formerly of Auburn, died Monday, July 28, 2008 at home. Her husband of fifty years, Thomas W. Stumpf, died in 1992. She leaves three daughters, Jane Sherwin and her husband Gerry of Murrels, Inlet, S.C., Nancy Shivick and her husband Richard of Rochdale and Katharine Harper and her husband Gary of Belmont. She also leaves grandchildren: Marc Sherwin, his wife Marina and son Logan, David Sherwin and his daughter Morgan, Katharine Rogerson and…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Sweeney, Susan A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Taylor Jr., Raymond L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Thistle, James

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Toniatti, Anna L.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      : The funeral for Anna Toniatti will be Friday Aug. 1, 2008, at 11 a.m. at FLYNN & DAGNOLI-MONTAGNA HOME FOR FUNERALS WEST CHAPELS, 521 West Main St. with the Rev. Irene Jones officiating. Burial will follow in Grandview cemetery in North Bennington, Vt. Calling hours at the funeral home will be Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m.. Memorial contributions may be made to North Adams Regional Hospital in care of the funeral home., , , , ,

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Dr. Allan Frederick Moore of Philadelphia, a physician and fellow in endocrinology at Massachusetts General Hospital,...

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Wajda, Stefanie F.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          EAST FREETOWN —Stefanie F. (Ruscik) Wajda, 82, of New Bedford, died Monday, July 28, 2008, at the home of her son. She was the wife of the late Eugene S. Wajda. Born in New Bedford, daughter of the late Stanley and Helena (Kiersznowski) Ruscik, she was a lifelong city resident. She was employed as a sales cashier for Eastern Sportswear until her retirement. She was a member of the Polish and American World War II Women's Auxiliary. Survivors include a son, Steven E. Wajda, Sr., and his wife, Cynthia…

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Walley, Marie A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Weber, Marilyn Busfield (Swanson)

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Weiner, Ruth A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Weixelbaum, Jody

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Alberto R. Mello

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Allen Keep Chase

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Barbara A. Shore, 57

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Bellew, Shirley M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Braks, James Francis

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Carpenter, Catherine M.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Charles F. McKenna, 92

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Cox, Cherise T.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Daly, Peter G.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Donald H. Short

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Doris E. Hanson

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Ernest F. Acheson, 83

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Farrell, Christine M.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Florence M. Mieczkowski

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Frederick Corbett, Civil War re-enactor

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • George E. Letendre

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Harroun, Myrtle I.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Hilda Martin

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Jackson William Kane, 5

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • James M. O'Laughlin Jr.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Kathleen T. Leonard

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Kelley Jr., Martin E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • L'Italien, Roger W.

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Maria P. Amarello

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Marion Delaney, worked at Hampshire Manor

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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Raymond Duval, former Marine

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Rena Fortier, longtime Granby resident

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Richard, Margaret M.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Saulnier Jr., John E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Savoy Sr., Peter E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Sellenger, John W.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Sharon A. Lentner

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            • Shore, Barbara A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              • Smith Jr., George E.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                • Steven J. Shorten, 57

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  • Sutley, Constance D.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    • Virginia Aldrich

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      • Walker, Peggy A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        • Weiner, Ruth A.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          • Wood, Grace R.