| Agudelo, Katherine Lynn (Mitchell) Arsenault Jr., Wilfred J. "Willie" Beattie, Dorothy H. (Archibald) and friends are asked to meet on Wednesday morning July 9, 2008 at St. Rose de Lima Church, 600 Grattan Street, in the Aldenville section of Chicopee to celebrate the Liturgy of Christian Burial for Vita at 10 a.m. Rites of Committal and burial to follow in St. Rose de Lima Cemetery, Chicopee. There are no visiting hours. Sampson Family Chapels in entrusted with the arrangements. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in Vita's memory may be made to St. Rose de Lima Church, 600 Grattan Street,… Adella Biseinere 1910 - 2008 WEST SPRINGFIELD - Adella (Jasinski) Biseinere, 97, died Wednesday in a local nursing home. She was born and raised in Chicopee before moving to West Springfield in 1939. She worked for F. W. Sickles and Spalding. Adella was a communicant of St. Ann's Church and a member of the Daughters of Columbus and the AARP. Her husband Albert P. Biseinere Sr. died February 20, 1983. She leaves two sons, Albert P. Biseinere and his wife Nora, and Michael L. Biseinere and his companion… homes.com ). Gene J. Brown ENFIELD - Gene J. Brown died July 2, 2008. Memorial Service TODAY, Sunday July 6, 2008 at 4 p.m. from Browne Memorial Funeral Chapels, Enfield, CT. Calling hours today 2 to 4 p.m., Edward R. Caldwell 1968-2008 SPRINGFIELD - Edward Rodney Caldwell, 40, of 25 Magner Road, Lynn, MA, departed this life on Sunday, June 29, 2008. Born and educated in Springfield, he was a lifelong city resident and a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Beth W. (Wathika) Caldwell of Lynn; his mother, Elizabeth Carter and step-father Victor Carter, both of Indian Orchard, MA; a son, Edward R. Caldwell Jr.; two step-children Eric Wathika and Diana Wathika; three brothers, Mason… Leon J. Carman 1914 - 2008 LONGMEADOW MA, BOCA RATON, FL-Born Springfield, MA 1914, he graduated from Northeastern Law School in 1941. Before WWII he was a Sea Scout Captain and remained active in scouting for over eighty years. He was a lifelong Mason and Shriner and led a Boy Scout troup at The Shriners' Hospital for many years. He began his career with Connecticut General Life Insurance Company in 1939 and earned all of the accolades of the industry including life membership in The Million Dollar… Carmichael, Ethel A. (Hardacker) Donna J. Carpenter 1951 - 2008 SPRINGFIELD - Donna J. (Boudreau) Carpenter, 56, of Spring-field, passed away on Wednes-day, July 2, 2008 at the Baystate Medical Center. Born in Boston on September 4, 1951, a daughter of Jean (Rooney) Boudreau and the late Wilbur F. Boudreau, she lived in Springfield for the past 17 years. Donna was a graduate of Ursuline Academy, Lasell Junior College, American International College and Simmons College. Her career involved various duties and responsibilities in academic… contributions may be made to the Shrine of St. Jude, www.stjude.org . Brockton Anne E. (Kelly) Chamberlain, formerly of Brighton, July 1, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Howard C. Chamberlain, Jr. Beloved sister of Thomas Kelly, Edward Kelly and Helen Duffy. Anne is survived by many nieces; nephews; grandnieces and grandnephews. She enjoyed painting and caring for her cat, Spooky. Following cremation, a private graveside prayer service will be held in the V.A. National Cemetery in Bourne. Arrangements by the Russell & Pica Funeral Home, 165 Belmont St., Brockton. For… Frederick A. Christman 1924 - 2008 CHICOPEE - Frederick A. Christman, age 84 passed away on July 4, 2008 at the Willi-mansett West Nursing Center. He was a former communi-cant of Holy Name of Jesus Church in Chicopee. He lived in Chicopee most of his life. He was a store manager for over 26 years at the Popular markets and Finest super markets where he retired in 1988. He belonged to the New England Teamsters Local Union 559. He was a former member of the Chicopee Lodge of Elks 1849 and was an avid Red Sox… .com ) 4 Park St., at Natick Common, Tuesday, July 8, at 11 a.m. A period of visitation will take place prior to the service Tuesday morning, beginning at 10 a.m. Interment will take place at a later date at the Massachusetts National Cemetery, Bourne. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made in his name to the Natick Service Council, 11 Pond St., Natick, MA 01760. DiMarco, Mary "Lucky" (Manuel) Josephine C. Dolan, formerly of Cedar St., Worcester, died Saturday, July 5, 2008, in the Notre Dame Long Term Care Center. She celebrated her 101st birthday last Tuesday. Josephine was born in Worcester on July 1, 1907, daughter of Patrick J. and Catherine M. (O'Connor) Dolan and lived in Worcester all her life. Her only brother, Thomas Dolan died in 1926. Jo was a 1925 graduate of Sacred Heart Academy. She was an operator for the New England Telephone Co. for 48 years, retiring in 1972. She was a… John F. Dulski 1913 - 2008 PANAMA CITY, FL - John Francis Dulski, 95, of Panama City, Fl. and formerly of Ludlow passed away peacefully in Florida on Sunday June 29, 2008. Born June 9, 1913 in Granby Ma, the son of the late Andrew and Rose (Popielarczyk) Dulski, John had been a machinist for 44 years with the Monsanto Chemical Co. After retirement, he worked at Kmart's in Springfield, and later in Panama City for more than 10 years as a greeter at Wal-Mart. An avid sportsman, he especially enjoyed… CENTERVILLE —Jane (Noonan) Fellows, 96, of Centerville passed away peacefully on July 1, 2008. Born in South Boston, Jane graduated in 1929 from Mount St. Joseph Academy, Brighton. As a young woman, Jane worked as a reservation manager for the Copley Plaza Hotel in Boston. Later she worked for the Department of Dental Health, from which she retired in 1977 at the age of 65. Jane was an avid reader, who loved exchanging books with her family and friends. However, her true passion was spending time with her… Femino, Josephine L. (MacAluso) Veronica Ferry 1926 - 2008 PALMER - Veronica (Szlosek) Ferry, 81, passed away peacefully Thursday, July 3, 2008 at Wingate at Wilbraham. Born in Thorndike, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Catherine (Stachowicz) Szlosek. She was a graduate of Palmer High School, and a communicant of Sts. Peter & Paul Church. Veronica was a member of the Sacred Heart Society, the Rosary Sodality, and received the St. Pius X Award for her many years of teaching CCD. She was a bookkeeper for many years at Banas… Francis J. Flynn, Jr., 88, formerly of Country Club Boulevard, died Wednesday, July 2, 2008, in the Odd Fellows Home. His wife of 50 years, Mary (Noonan) Flynn, died in 2000. He leaves two daughters, Karen M. Larson and her fiancé David Gouin of Worcester and Mary Ellen Mayo and her husband Robert of Florida; a son, Fran Flynn of Worcester; a brother, John Flynn of Worcester; 4 granddaughters; and nieces & nephews. He was predeceased by an infant daughter, Barbara J. Flynn in 1950 and 3… Gearraughty, Conchetta M. (Lanzo) EAST DENNIS —Penka Georgiev, born of the Dustabonnov family in Sofia, Bulgaria, on Oct. 21, 1907, joined her predeceased husband, Konstantin Georgiev, on July 4, 2008, after 100 fabled years. The Dustabonnovs were a leading family and active in the Bulgarian War for Independence, instigated by Penka's uncle, Tsanko Dustabannov. In the 1930s, Penka worked with Queen Giovanna to found and support the first women's and children's hospital in the capital, Sofia. At the conclusion of World War II,… Stoughton Helen L. (Gray) Gibbons, 72, a longtime resident of Stoughton, died unexpectedly July 3, at her home. Born in Brockton, she was raised in Randolph and was a graduate of Randolph Schools. Mrs. Gibbons worked as a service clerk in the deli at Shaws Market for over 15 years, retiring in 2002. An avid gardener, in her free time, she enjoyed playing bingo, traveling to New Hampshire and Maine and visiting the Fryeburg Fair. She also enjoyed music, singing and collecting music boxes. She is survived by… Florence L. Godfrey 1915 - 2008 WESTFIELD - Florence L. "Flo" (Reed) Godfrey, 92, passed away peacefully Sunday, June 29, 2008 in Renai-ssance Manor Care Center, Westfield. Born November 4, 1915 in Brockton, MA, she was a daughter of the late Wendell and Lois (Westgate) Reed. Flo was a 1932 graduate of Brockton High School and a member of Christ Lutheran Church in Southwick. She is survived by her son Ronald R. and his wife, Sandra of Kingston, MA; her daughter Merilyn S. Thomas of Westfield; 4… Mary A. Guerrette 1927 - 2008 SPRINGFIELD - Mary A. (Boucher) Guerrette, 81, of West Spring-field, passed away peacefully Monday, June 30, 2008 at Mercy Hospital. Born March 26, 1927 in Caribou, Maine; she was a daughter of the late Adelard and Marie (Levesque) Boucher. Mary lived most of her life in Springfield, and recently resided in West Springfield. She married Jerome J. Guerrette in 1946 and together they raised five children. Mary enjoyed gardening and cooking, but was most content spending time with… donations may be made to the Kingston Hospital. Shirley Ann Hebert 1936-2008 CHICOPEE - Shirley Ann (Fountain) Hebert, 71 died Friday after a long illness at Mercy Medical Center, surround-ed by her loving family. Shirley was born on Nov. 27, 1936 in West Springfield, daughter of the late Charles H. and Ida (Mascaro) Fountain and was a resident of Chicopee for over 34 years. Shirley attended Central Baptist Church and its' Recovery Group, Chicopee and Bethany Assembly of God, Agawam where she made many friends. Shirley is survived by her devoted… Hudson, Emma J. Goodbar (Carson) William J. Hutcheons, Jr. 1934 - 2008 WEST SPRINGFIELD - William J. Hutcheons, Jr., 73, of West Springfield and South Dennis, MA passed away peacefully at his home on July 4th after battling cancer. Born and raised in Springfield, the son of the late William & Elizabeth (Collins) Hutcheons, he lived in West Springfield for the past 47 years. Bill graduated from Springfield Technical High School in 1953 and entered the US Marine Corps in 1954 where he served until 1961. He attended Western New England… Robert C. Jacobson 1956-2008 SPRINGFIELD - Robert C. Jacobson, 53, of Springfield died Wednesday July 2, 2008 in Baystate Medical Center, Spring-field. Robert was born in Springfield on February 14, 1956 the son of Robert I. and Georgia (Mistos) Jacobson of Springfield. He was raised in Springfield and graduated from Classical High School, received his Associates degree from Springfield Technical Community College, and his Bachelors degree in Criminal Justice from Anna Maria College. A lifelong resident of… South Easton Ralph W. Kaspar, 75, of South Easton, died July 2, 2008. A native of Brockton, Ralph graduated from Brockton High School and was a retired union carpenter. He resided in South Easton for the past 22 years and enjoyed watching sports. Ralph was the beloved husband of Malvina "Millie" (Zideikis) Kaspar; loving stepfather of Theresa Pinto (and her husband Joseph) of Attleboro; "Grampa Ralph" of Andrea and Allison Pinto; brother of Robert Kaspar and Edith Caron, both of… WEST BARNSTABLE —Eleanor W. Kerr, a longtime resident of Newport, N.H., and mother of Tracie Crowley of West Barnstable, died on July 1, 2008, at the Cape Regency Nursing Home, Centerville. She was born in Newport on March 23, 1923, the daughter of Josephine B. and William C. Wright. After graduating from Towle High School, Newport, and Keene Teachers College, Keene, N.H., she worked in Washington, D.C., as part of the World War II effort to break Japanese codes. Here she met her husband, a sailor in the… SANDWICH —Edward Paul Kerwin, 78, born in Worcester on April 5, 1930, died on June 26, 2008. He was the devoted husband of the late Rosemarie I. Kerwin, who died on March 15, 2006. He was an Eagle Scout as a boy, traveling to Switzerland with his troop. Ed was a veteran of the Korean War, serving in the Navy until 1952, when he was discharged with honors. Edward worked many years for the New England Telephone Company, retiring in 1989. He loved to travel and was an avid gardener. He is survived by his… Stoughton Josephine F. Jo (Anastasi) King, an accomplished painter and artist, died Friday, July 4, at the Caritas Good Samaritan Medical Center in Brockton. She was the wife of the late Martin E. King. Born in Boston, she was raised in South Boston and was a graduate of South Boston schools. She also was a graduate of Burdett College. Mrs. King was a resident of Stoughton for over 43 years. She worked at the Gibbons School in Stoughton for over 16 years, retiring in 1989. After her retirement, Mrs. King… King, Josephine F. "Jo" (Anastasi) hours are on Sunday, July 6, 2-5p.m. and 7-9p.m. at the M.A. Connell Funeral Home, 934 New York Ave., Huntington Station. Mass is on Monday, July 7, at 9:30a.m. at St. Elizabeth's R.C. Church, Melville, NY. Burial in Calverton National Cemetery. William Konderwicz 1924-2008 LUDLOW - William Konderwicz 84 of Ludlow, MA died Wednesday morning July 2, 2008 at his home surr-ounded by his loving family. Born in Enfield, MA June 26, 1924 son of the late Jacob and Helen (Turko) Konderwicz. He was one of the last to be born in the former Town of Enfield prior to the construction of the Quabbin Reservoir. A graduate of Ludlow High School class of 1942, Bill proudly served his country during World War II as a member of the United States Coast Guard,… Walter B. "Bing" Kotel, 93, died Thursday, July 3rd after a short illness. He leaves his wife, Marjorie D. (Higgins) Kotel; two daughters, Kathleen D. Kotel and Devra J. Kotel both of Leicester; a son, Steven W. Kotel and his wife, Donna of Ft. Myers, Florida; two sisters, Genevieve Ciborowski of Worcester and Frances wife of Vincent Kasauskas of Norwood; a brother, Michael Kotel of Worcester and Cape Coral, Florida; a daughter-in-law, Kristin Kotel of Worcester; five grandchildren, Korey Krier,… Lapointe, Jeannette A. (Dufault) Jeannette A. Lapointe 1933-2008 HOLYOKE - Jeannette A. (Dufault) Lapointe, 75, passed into the hands of the Lord on Saturday July 5, 2008 at home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Spencer MA to the late Noel and Alice Dufault and was raised in Gilbertville by her late grandparents, Georgianna and Joseph Jones. She told many stories of her wonderful life there and of all the special people in her life. She graduated from Hardwick High School and worked at Carter's and Wrights before… Bridgewater Jody A. Larson, of Bridgewater, died unexpectedly at his home June 21, 2008. He was 46. Born in Stoughton, a son of George and Jeanne (Nickerson) of Bridgewater, he was a 1980 graduate of Bridgewater-Raynham Regional High School. He was a graduate of the University of Tampa, Perdue University, where he earned his master's degree in Genetics and Bridgewater State College. Jody had a bachelor's degree in Biology and Accounting. He worked as a computer technician for Medi-Tech for the last… Norman F. "Babe" Letendre, 74, of 27 Bixby Street, died Thursday, July 3 in his home, after an illness. He leaves his wife of 37 years, Okyun "Tina" (Ming) Letendre; a daughter, Mary Ann DeGrand and her husband Kurt of Cleveland, Ohio; a grandson, Cameron DeGrand of Cleveland, Ohio; a sister, Linda M. Mandella and her husband Nicholas of Spencer and several nieces and nephews. He is pre-deceased by three brothers, Leo O., Edward R. and William G. Letendre. Mr. Letendre was born in… Mass at 9 a.m. in the Church of St. Joseph, 124 Common St., Belmont. Interment will be in Saint Patrick Cemetery, Watertown. Calling hours will be on Monday, July 7, from 4 to 8 p.m. in the MacDonald, Rockwell & MacDonald Funeral Home on Main Street. Relatives and friends kindly invited to attend. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions may be made in Bernies memory to the Alzheimers Association, 311 Arsenal St., Watertown, MA 02472. For further information, please refer to… Taisa Lubanski 1929-2008 WESTFIELD - Taisa (Kozlakowski) Lubanski, 79, died Thursday, July 3, 2008 at Wingate of West Springfield. She was born in Poland to the late Konstantine and Olympiada (Telatytski) Kozlakowski. Taisa worked as a press operator for Westfield Spring for many years. She was a founding member and Pastor's wife of the Slavic Pentecostal Church in West Springfield and taught Sunday school there. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, knitting and crocheting. Taisa is survived by her husband of… and friends are respectfully invited to attend visiting hours Monday, July 7, from 3-8 p.m. in the Kane Funeral Home, 605 Washington St. (Rte.138), Easton. A funeral Mass will be held Tuesday at 10 a.m. in St. Anns Church (Rte. 104), Raynham. Interment will follow in Pleasant Street Cemetery, Raynham. In lieu of flowers, donations in Georges memory may be sent to Hospice & Palliative Care of Raynham, 244 North Main St., Raynham, MA. 02767. For directions or condolences, visit www.kanefuneralhome.com . Helen T. Marini 1916 - 2008 SARASOTA, FL - Helen T. Marini, 91, Sarasota, Fl, formerly of Spring-field, MA died June 16, 2008. Helen was born in Turners Falls, MA. a daughter to the late Tadeusz and Katarzyna (Waydlick) Wojtasiewicz. She was married to the late Guido Marini for over 48 years prior to his passing in 1986. She is predeceased by daughters-in-law Carolyn Fazio Marini, Kathy Sands Marini , two sisters Sophie Pervere and Josie Daniels and three brothers Stanley, Charles and Frank. Helen was… will be held, with burial in Evergreen Cemetery. There are no calling hours. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Fitzgerald & Collins Funeral Home ( www.SFCFH.com ), 378 Lincoln St., Marlborough. Marilyn J. Martyny 1943-2008 SPRINGFIELD - Marilyn J. Martyny, 65, of Springfield died Thursday afternoon at her home surrounded by her family. Marilyn was born in Springfield on May 7, 1943 a daughter of June (Beyette) Martyny of Springfield and the late Earle Martyny. She was raised in Springfield and graduated from Classical High School, received her Bachelor's degree in Mathematics from U Mass, and her Master's degree in Computer Science from R.P.I. Marilyn was employed as a Computer Coordinator… BOURNE —Robert Stewart McCaig, of Gray Gables, formerly of Taunton, died peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, on July 1, 2008. He was 87 years of age. Born in Taunton, Bob was the son of the late Robert and Olive I. (Stewart) McCaig. He was employed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Division of Fish and Wildlife for 40 years, retiring in 1999. Robert was educated in Taunton, attended Summer Street School and graduated from Taunton High School. He had a passion for learning and continued his… DENNIS —Phyllis May (Ferrier) McCracken, who was born in Worcester on May 2, 1931, died on July 4, 2008. She was the beloved wife of Ralph S. McCracken Sr. of Dennis; the beloved mother of Ralph S. McCracken Jr. of Rutland, Richard P. McCracken of Bedford, N.Y., Sandra M. Breda of Needham and Scott C. McCracken of Dennis; and the grandmother of 10 grandchildren. Phyllis loved spending time with her family and friends, cooking and entertaining. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, July 8, at 2 p.m.… McCracken, Phyllis May (Ferrier) Phyllis May (Ferrier) McCracken, 77, Born, May 2, 1931 in Worcester, MA. Beloved wife of Ralph S. McCracken Sr.of Dennis Beloved mother of Ralph S. McCracken, Jr. of Rutland, MA; Richard P. McCracken of Bedford, NY, Sandra M. Breda of Needham, MA and Scott C. McCracken of Dennis MA. Grandmother of 10 grandchildren. Phyllis loved spending time with her family and friends, cooking and entertaining. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, July 8 at 2:00PM in the Dennis Union Church, Route 6A Dennis, MA,… McFadden, Marguerite Regina Bates (Deluca) Ruby Mae (Davis) Melesky, 92, of 114 Lashaway Drive Circle, died Friday, July 4, in her home, after an illness. Funeral arrangements are incomplete J. HENRI MORIN & SON FUNERAL HOME, 23 Maple Terr., Spencer is handling arrangements. Betty J. Mendenhall EASTHAMPTON - Betty J. Mendenhall, 82, died Monday. Memorial services will be Monday, July 7th at 7pm in the Mitchell Funeral Home. Calling hours precede service Monday from 4-7pm., Michelson, Edith M. (Higginbotham) East Bridgewater Joseph Francis Morey Jr., of East Bridgewater, passed away July 5. He was age 85. He was a lifelong resident of East Bridgewater and World War II Navy veteran. Loving husband of the late Marion S. (Pollard) Morey; devoted father of Joseph Frances Morey III of California, Edward P. and his wife Marie of East Bridgewater and Janell M. Perry and her husband John J. of Northport, N.Y.; brother of Mildred Wilkinson of Taunton, Merna Dion of Florida, Marlene and Bert Pollard of Halifax, John… Moynihan, Josephine Marie (Lambiase) Janet Muscaro 1944-2008 MONSON - Janet M. (Cardinali) Muscaro, 63, of Monson died Thursday morning July 3, 2008 at her home surrounded by her family. Janet was born in Springfield on November 25, 1944, a daughter of the late Almerico P. and Marquerite E. (O'Con-nell) Cardinali. She was raised in Springfield and graduated from Springfield Technical High School and the Roffler Barbering School. Janet was co-owner of the Cutting Crew on Boston Road in Wilbraham for six years. She previously worked for Mr.… Bridgewater John F. Norkawski, a lifelong resident of Bridgewater, died on July 2, 2008 at Caritas Good Samaritan Medical Center, in Brockton. He was 84. Born in Bridgewater, a son of the late Peter and Marcella (Grigas). He was a graduate of Bridgewater Academy. He served with the United States Navy during World War II, earning the rank of Boatswain's Mate 2nd Class. John worked as a mason at the Veteran's Affairs Medical Center in Brockton. hospital for 30 years. He was a member of the Bridgewater… Jacquelyn L. (Grenier) Pare, 57, of 311 N. Main St. died Fri. July 4 after being stricken ill at home. Her loving husband John C. Pare died July 16, 2007. She is survived by her son Raymond A. Grenier and his fiancé Kimberly Clancy of Uxbridge; 5 stepchildren John and Charles Pare, Joanne Whitfield, Sandra Coe, and Susan Collins; 2 brothers Donald R. Grenier of Dayville CT, and Lawrence A. Grenier of N. Uxbridge; 2 sisters Martha Bouvette of Uxbridge and Deborah Majeau of Oxford; and many nephews and… Mrs. Roseann (Sydoriak) Pinto, age 62, of 41 Meadow Pond Rd., formerly of Cheshire, CT., died Thursday July 3, 2008 at Mary Lane Hospital in Ware, MA after a long battle with multiple sclerosis. She was the wife of John R. Pinto, also of Belchertown. Mrs. Pinto was born in Bridgeport, CT. the daughter of Peter M. Sydoriak of Prospect, CT and the late Anne (Marus) Sydoriak. She had earned her Bachelor's and Master's degrees at Southern Connecticut State University, and was retired as an elementary… Harry E. Pitsiladis 1946-2008 EAST LONGMEADOW - Harry E. Pitsiladis, 62, died at home on Wednesday July 2, 2008 after battling lung cancer. Harry was born in Greece and moved to this country in 1956. He was the son of the late Emmanuel and Mary Pitsiladis of Longmeadow. Harry was a member of St. Luke's Greek Orthodox Church of East Longmeadow. Harry leaves two sons, Emmanuel and Nicholas Pitsiladis; a daughter, Maria Pitsiladis, all of South Hadley; a brother, George Pitsiladis of North Dakota; and a… Carrie J. Porter HOLLISTON Carrie Jean Porter, 73, of Holliston, died with her family by her side on Thursday, July 3, 2008, at the MetroWest Medical Center in Framingham, following a gallant six-year battle with cancer. Born in January 1935, in Bradford, Pa., she was the daughter of Dorothy V. Calhoun and the late Milford C. Calhoun. Carrie graduated from Union Springs Academy in Union Springs, N.Y. She was employed at Warren General Hospital and Warren State Hospital in Warren, Pa., as well as several… Edward Anthony Pratt BELCHERTOWN - Edward Anthony Pratt died July 3rd, 2008. Ed was born in Springfield on July 16, 1928 to George and Margaret (Moore) Pratt. He was educated at Cathedral High School and upon graduation enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. After discharge from military service Ed pursued higher education receiving an undergraduate degree from American International College and a Masters of Education degree from Springfield College. Ed then went on to post graduate study at Penn… Brockton Carmelo Rivera, 91, of Brockton, formerly of Cambridge, died July 3, 2008. Native of Puerto Rico, he was a decorated U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He was a retired nickel plater, devout Catholic, World Vision supporter, avid Red Sox fan and former communicant of St. Francis of Assisi Parish, Cambridge. He was the beloved husband of Natalia; loving father of Raymond Rivera of Cambridge, Martin Rivera of Saugus, Ana E. Johnson of Brockton, Elodia Bentubo of Somerville and Nitsa Delgado of… BREWSTER — Bernard Donnelly Smith of Brewster died on July 3, 2008, of complications from COPD and cancer. He was the husband of Anne Smith for almost 43 years. Born June 28, 1941, in Waterbury, Conn., Bernie was the son of the late Frank and Rita Smith, longtime Orleans residents. The eldest of seven children, he grew up in Hartford and graduated from the Kingswood School. Bernie received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Georgetown University, where he met his future wife, fellow Georgetown student Anne… Lake Worth, Fla. Dr. John E. Spillane, passed away July 1, 2008, at age 77. He was a graduate of Abington High School of Abington, Mass., Boston College and Georgetown University. He honorably served as captain in the U.S. Army. Dr. Spillane had his own dental practice in Brockton, Mass., for 30 years, then retired in Lake Worth in 1988. He is survived by his loving wife, Linda; daughter, Linda Manfra and son-in-law, Mark, of Boston; son, John and daughter-in-law, Lana, of Brookline, N.H.; grandson, Liam… EAST DENNIS — Christopher "C.Ja." Sullivan of East Dennis died on July 3, 2008, at the age of 21. He was the beloved son of Charles and Penny (Adams) Sullivan of East Dennis; brother of Kenneth Sullivan and Alexa Sullivan of East Dennis; and the grandson of Al and Barbara Adams and the late Paul E. and Dolores Sullivan, all of South Yarmouth. He was loved by many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He attended the Dennis-Yarmouth Schools and Harwich High School. C.Ja. moved to Florida to attend… Mary M. "Molly" Tinsley, 94, of Deland, FL died Wednesday, July 2nd in her home. She was born in Worcester, the daughter of John Tinsley, longtime president of Crompton and Knowles, and Helen (Monroe) Tinsley. Funeral services and entombment in the family mausoleum at St. John's Cemetery will be private. There are no calling hours. O'CONNOR BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 592 Park Avenue is directing arrangements. oconnorbrothers.com Georgios N. Vasiliadis, 71, of Worcester, died unexpectedly Saturday, July 5th, while vacationing in Serras, Greece. O'CONNOR BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 592 Park Avenue is directing arrangements, which are incomplete. oconnorbrothers.com George N. Vessio, 80, of Worcester, passed away Saturday, July 5th at the Holy Trinity Nursing Center. The Athy Memorial Home, 111 Lancaster St., Worcester, is directing arrangements. Brockton Katherine A. "Kay" (Danksewicz) Waitt, 85, of Brockton, was born on March 4, 1923 and died July 5, 2008. Native of Abington, she was a 1940 graduate of Abington High School where she was captain of the girls' basketball team. Married to Edward J. Waitt since July 12, 1942, she assisted him at Waitt Funeral Home for many years. Kay was active in women's clubs and St. Casimir School and Church activities, took community school courses and enjoyed many crafts until becoming blind.… |
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| 3-7 P.M. On line guestbook at www.legacy.com . Expressions of sympathy may be made in Joseph's memory to the Hospice of the North Shore, 10 Elm Street, Danvers, MA 01923 or to the Massachusetts Commission for the Blind, 48 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02116. O'Donnell Funeral Service Danvers & Salem 978-774-6600 Bargoot Sr., M.D., Ferris John 4-8 PM in the Solimine, Landergan & Richardson Funeral Home, 67 Ocean St. (Rt 1A) LYNN. His Funeral Mass will be held in St. John the Evangelist Church, Swampscott at 10 AM, followed by interment in Swampscott Cemetery. Relatives & friends are respectfully invited. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Lynn Cancer Association, PO Box 3153, Peabody, MA 01960. Directions & guest book www.solimine.com Michiko (Masegi) Barrett, 78, of Horn Lake, MS, and former longtime resident of Leominster, MA, passed away Wednesday, July 2, 2008, at the Baptist Memorial Hospital-Desoto, South Haven, MS. She was born in Tokyo, Japan and a survivor of the bombing of Tokyo during WWII. Michiko was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Rene A. Barrett. She leaves two sons, George Barrett, his wife Pamela of Center TWP, PA, and Robert Barrett, his wife Mary of Worcester, MA; five daughters, Marie Green, her husband… Sandra Baxter-Davidson, known to all as Sandi, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 1, 2008, at the UMass Memorial Healthcare-University Campus in Worcester. Sandi was born in Pearl River, NY on December 11, 1948. She spent most of her adult life in Cornwall, NY and moved to Westhborough in 2007. Sandi was a 1967 graduate of Pearl River High School and later, The Berkeley School in White Plains, NY. She worked as an administrator for the NY State Parks Commission at Bear Mountain, NY until 1975 when… Frances B. Bienvenue 1931 2008 CHICOPEE Frances B. (Lebedewicz) Bienvenue, 76, of the Fair-view section of Chicopee was Called Safely Home on Thursday, July 3, 2008 surrounded by the care and comfort of her loving family. She was born in Holyoke on October 12, 1931, a beloved daughter of the late John and Sophie (Murawska) Lebedewicz. She was raised in Holyoke, graduated from Holyoke High School and moved to the Fairview section of Chicopee in 1969. She was employed for 55 years as a bookkeeper for the… Hours are Sun., July 6, from 2 to 5 PM at Callahan and Fay Brothers Funeral Home, 61 Myrtle St., Worcester. Funeral Services are private in St. John's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to, Tufts Veterinary Clinic, 200 Westboro Rd., No. Grafton, 01536. To place an on-line condolence, please visit. www.callahanfay.com the Bisbee-Porcella Funeral Home, 549 Lincoln Ave., SAUGUS on Monday at 9:30 a.m. followed by a funeral mass at Blessed Sacrament Church, 14 Summer St., Saugus at 10:30 a.m. Relatives & friends invited. Visiting hours Sunday 4-8 p.m. Interment Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, Peabody. Late U.S. Army WWII veteran & late employee Butler Aviation, Logan Airport. In lieu of flowers donations in his memory may be made to Chelsea Soldiers Home Activity Fund, 91 Crest Ave., Chelsea, MA 02150. For directions… the Lehman & Reen Funeral Home, 63 Chestnut Hill Ave. (Nr Brighton Courthouse) BRIGHTON Monday at 8:00 AM. Funeral Mass in St. Columbkille Church at 9:00 AM. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend. Visiting Hrs Sunday 2-8 PM. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery, West Roxbury. In 1971 Fran received Boston's John Fitzgerald Medal for Most Meritorious Act and the nationally prestigious Benjamin Franklin Award as a result of his heroic actions when he made his way with great difficulty through… 82 of Hull, MA and Maine after a brief illness on Thursday, July 3, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Gerald Cabitt. Loving sister of Lew Randall and his wife Barbara and Bob Randall and his wife Kathy. Dear sister-in-law of Barbara and Arnold Singer. Also survived by many nieces and nephews, an aunt and cousins. Graveside services at Sharon Memorial Park, Sharon on Sunday, July 5 at 1:45 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the charity of your choice. Levine Chapels, Brookline 617-277-8300 Leon J. Carman 1914 - 2008 LONGMEADOW MA, BOCA RATON, FL-Born Springfield, MA 1914, he graduated from Northeastern Law School in 1941. Before WWII he was a Sea Scout Captain and remained active in scouting for over eighty years. He was a lifelong Mason and Shriner and led a Boy Scout troup at The Shriners' Hospital for many years. He began his career with Connecticut General Life Insurance Company in 1939 and earned all of the accolades of the industry including life membership in The Million Dollar… 7:00 - 9:00 pm. (Former Post Master, U.S Postal Service) of Revere formerly of Ashland on July 3rd. Beloved husband of the late Alyce (Walsh) Cunis. Devoted father of Diane Semenza & husband Leonard of Revere. Dear brother of the late Charles and Anthony Cunis, Rosemary Zocchi, Stella White & Ann Moore. Loving grandfather of two grandchildren, one late grandchild, two great grandchildren. Also survived by many nieces & nephews. Visiting hours in the Paul Buonfiglio & Sons - Bruno Funeral home Sunday 4-7 pm.… the Gillooly Funeral Home, 126 Walpole St., (Rt. 1A) NORWOOD, Mon., July 7 at 9 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Timothy Church, 650 Nichols St., Norwood at 10 AM. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Visiting hours at the Funeral Home Sun. July 6, 4-8 PM. Interment Highland Cemetery, Norwood. Donations in memory of Kevin may be made to Swim Across America, One International Place, Boston, MA 02110. For remembrances and condolences visit www.mem.com Gillooly Funeral Home Norwood… Of Allston. July 2, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Alfred J. complete notice to follow on Sunday. For more information please visit www.lehmanreen.com . Lehman & Reen Funeral Home Brighton617-782-1000 5-8 PM. A Funeral Mass will be held at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral, (cor. of Parker & Ruggles Sts.), on Monday at 10 AM. Relatives and friends invited. Burial Mt. Auburn Cemetery, Cambridge. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 514 Parker St., Boston MA 02120 or the Asera Care Hospice, 40 Washington St., Wellesley MA 02481. On line guest book at www.brownand hickey.com. Brown & Hickey Funeral Home Belmont… the McDonald Funeral Home, E. WEYMOUTH, on the corner of Middle and Charles Sts. (At Central Sq.) Tues. at 9:00 A.M. followed by a Funeral Mass in Immaculate Conception Church, E. Weymouth at 10:00 A.M. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours Mon. 4-8 P.M. Interment Fairmount Cemetery, E. Weymouth. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to Weymouth Food Pantry, P.O. Box 890009, Weymouth, MA 02189-0001. Mcdonald-funeralhomes.com Ruth E. Fay, 86, of Westborough, died on Thursday, July 3, 2008 at the Beaumont Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center. She was the wife of the late Robert H. Fay, Sr. who died in 2006. Born in Lincoln, MA, she was the daughter of the late Earl and Eva (Haynes) Wheeler. She was educated in Lincoln/Sudbury schools. Mrs. Fay was a homemaker dedicated to her home and family. She is survived by three sons, Robert H. Fay, Jr., of Westborough, Dennis E. Fay of Westborough and Charles E. Fay of Quincy; one… Of Dorchester July 2, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Piotr. Loving mother of Boris, Olga and her husband Fred Holler, Nikolai and his partner Barbara Albrycht, Vladimir and his wife Leah & Fiodor and his wife Jayne. Also survived by 6 grandchildren. Panichida & Funeral Services Monday July 7 at 9 a.m. at the Cambridgeside Funeral Home, 93 Otis St., EAST CAMBRIDGE (near Lech. Sq). Relatives & friends invited. Visiting hours Sunday 2-4 p.m. Interment Gethsemane Cemetery, West Roxbury. In lieu of… Francis J. Flynn, Jr., 88, formerly of Country Club Boulevard, died Wednesday, July 2, 2008, in the Odd Fellows Home. His wife of 50 years, Mary (Noonan) Flynn, died in 2000. He leaves two daughters, Karen M. Larson and her fiancé David Gouin of Worcester and Mary Ellen Mayo and her husband Robert of Florida; a son, Fran Flynn of Worcester; a brother, John Flynn of Worcester; 4 granddaughters; and nieces & nephews. He was predeceased by an infant daughter, Barbara J. Flynn in 1950 and 3… Shirley M. (Kirwin) Fraioli, 50, of Auburn, died unexpectedly Tuesday, July 1, 2008, at home. Shirley is survived by her loving family; her husband, Mario Fraioli; two sons, Mario Fraioli, Jr. of Worcester, Matthew K. Fraioli of Auburn; two daughters, Jayme L Fraioli and Lisa M. Fraioli, both of Auburn; her father, William Kirwin, Sr. of Millbury; three brothers, Michael Kirwin and his wife Frances of Worcester, William Kirwin, Jr. and Anthony Kirwin both of Millbury; four sisters, Jane-Marie Mrazik and her… 4 to 8 in the Merton E. Roberts, Jr. and Conte Funeral Home, 14 Pleasant Street, GEORGETOWN, MA 01833. For funeral home directions or to sign the family guestbook, please visit www.contefuneralhomes.com 4 to 7 pm at the Roberts and Sons Funeral Home, 30 South Street, Foxboro. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, July 8 at 11 am at the funeral home. Interment to follow at Rock Hill Cemetery, Foxboro. For additional info please contact 508 543-5471. To light a candle in Jim's memory please visit our web site at www.robertsandsons funeralhome.com. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Caritas Good Samaritan Hospice, 3 Edgewater Dr. Norwood, MA 02062. U.S. Navy Veteran. Roberts & Sons… the Maurice W. Kirby Funeral Home, 210 Winthrop Street, WINTHROP on Monday at 9:00 AM. Funeral mass in St. John the Evangelist Church at 10:00 AM. Relatives & friends invited. Interment will be in Winthrop Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the White Mountain Adaptive Snow Sports School at Loon, c/o Robert A. Harney MD, 3 Seal Harbor Rd. #236, Winthrop, MA 02152. Graduate of Chelsea High School, class of 1939. Late Navy Veteran of WWII, and member of the VFW Beachmont Post #6712.… 81, of Marlborough, formerly of Wayland, died Friday, July 4, 2008 at Brigham & Women's Hospital following a brief illness. Husband of the late Jean (Wall) Jeffrey. Complete notice to follow. Arrangements by John P. Rowe Funeral Home, MARLBOROUGH. 4-7 PM. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited. Please omit flowers. Memorials to the NH Food Bank, a Program of NH Catholic Charities, P.O. Box 686, Manchester, NH 03105. Retired chemist and head of the Materials Testing Laboratory at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. www.RemickGendron.com hours are on Sunday, July 6, 2-5p.m. and 7-9p.m. at the M.A. Connell Funeral Home, 934 New York Ave., Huntington Station. Mass is on Monday, July 7, at 9:30a.m. at St. Elizabeth's R.C. Church, Melville, NY. Burial in Calverton National Cemetery. William Konderwicz 1924-2008 LUDLOW - William Konderwicz 84 of Ludlow, MA died Wednesday morning July 2, 2008 at his home surr-ounded by his loving family. Born in Enfield, MA June 26, 1924 son of the late Jacob and Helen (Turko) Konderwicz. He was one of the last to be born in the former Town of Enfield prior to the construction of the Quabbin Reservoir. A graduate of Ludlow High School class of 1942, Bill proudly served his country during World War II as a member of the United States Coast Guard,… Walter B. "Bing" Kotel, 93, died Thursday, July 3rd after a short illness. He leaves his wife, Marjorie D. (Higgins) Kotel; two daughters, Kathleen D. Kotel and Devra J. Kotel both of Leicester; a son, Steven W. Kotel and his wife, Donna of Ft. Myers, Florida; two sisters, Genevieve Ciborowski of Worcester and Frances wife of Vincent Kasauskas of Norwood; a brother, Michael Kotel of Worcester and Cape Coral, Florida; a daughter-in-law, Kristin Kotel of Worcester; five grandchildren, Korey Krier,… Mary K. LaPierre 1931 - 2008 Chicopee - Mary K. (Homrok) LaPierre, 76, passed away July 3, 2008. She was born in Holyoke to the late Andrew and Mary Homrok. She was a former communicant of Assumption Church. She worked for many years as a cashier for the Baystate Medical Center Cafeteria and as a waitress for many years at the Keg Room and the Crest Room. She was known for putting a smile on the face of her customers. She leaves her loving husband Ernest LaPierre of Chicopee; son Gary S. LaPierre and wife… Marguerite J. Labier 1913-2008 LUDLOW - Marguerite J. (Bane) Labier, 94, of Ludlow passed away Saturday, June 28, 2008 at Wingate at Wilbraham in the presence of her family. She was born in Rodessa, Louisiana, the daughter of the late Kelly and Rose Bane. She was raised in Farmington, West Virginia where she attended local schools. Marguerite attended Fairmont State Business College and Bocker Business College, both in Ravenna, Ohio. She resided in Ludlow the past several years and was very proud of having… Marguerite J. (Bane) Labier, 94, of Ludlow passed away Saturday, June 28, 2008 at Wingate at Wilbraham in the presence of her family. She was born in Rodessa, Louisiana, the daughter of the late Kelly and Rose Bane. She was raised in Farmington, West Virginia where she attended local schools. Marguerite attended Fairmont State Business College and Bocker Business College, both in Ravenna, Ohio. She resided in Ludlow the past several years and was very proud of having traveled to every state with the… Einar V. Lavner, 78, died suddenly Tuesday, July 1, 2008. His wife of 49 years, Elaine N. (Smith) Lavner, died in 2000. He leaves 2 sons and a daughter, Robert E. Lavner, John W. Lavner, and Gail A. Maloney, all of Shrewsbury; 9 grandchildren, and 6 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a daughter, Donna E. Robinson, in 2003. Einar was born in the Bronx, New York, son of Anna E. (Ahlbum) and Helge V. Lavner. He was a Korean War veteran, a member of Epworth United Methodist Church, Vasa Order of… On July 1, affectionately knows as Jimmy is survived by his beloved wife Ruth of 42 years, his stepchildren Stephen Leonard, Peter Leonard and Joann Browning and son in law Grainger Browning Jr., Timothy Skaggs and daughter in law Carol Skaggs, 5 grandchildren Grainger Browning III, Courtney Riley Browning, Candace J. M. Browning, Timothy H. Skaggs and Adam S. Skaggs, 2 great grandchildren Kaylah Joann, and Grainger IV, he aslo leaves a brother Alfonso and a sister Barbara Jean and a host of nieces and… Gerard A. Marchand 1951 - 2008 SOUTH HADLEY-On July 2, 2008 after a long and outrageously courageous battle with cancer, Jerry was called home to be at peace and some well-deserved rest. Jerry gave all to his undertakings; he loved life, his job, and especially his two children Stephanie and Jonathan, of whom he was so proud of. Sometimes he may not have known how to show it, but he truly did love his children. He loved his music, throughout his treatments, music and guitar was his salvation. When he became… hours are Monday, July 7 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM in FAY BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 1 West Boylston St. The funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, July 8 in the First Congregational Church, 26 Central St., West Boylston. Burial will follow in Mt. Vernon Cemetery, West Boylston. A complete obituary will appear in Monday's paper. For directions and online condolence book please visit www.faybrothers.com Evelyn L. Matte, 97, formerly of Colonial Dr., died Wednesday, June 25, at Landmark Medical Center in Woonsocket. She had been a resident at Mount St. Francis Health Center in Woonsocket for the past year. She is survived by her sister, Alice Baldwin and many nephews and nieces. She was predeceased by 3 brothers, Theodore, Alfred, and Edward Matte; and 7 sisters, Beatrice Matte, Florence Morvan, Yvonne St. Amant, Cora Mucciarone, Ida Giguere, Emma Farrar and Pearl Grenon. Born in the Linwood section of… WAREHAM —Marie R. (Florentine) McCarthy, 85, of Rochester, died Thursday, July 3, 2008 at the Tobey Hospital in Wareham. She was the wife of Joseph P. McCarthy. Born in New York City, the daughter of the late Joseph & Helen (Ciruzzi) Florentine, Mrs. McCarthy graduated from Girls Commercial High School in Brooklyn, NY and then attended Katherine Gibbs School. Mrs. McCarthy was employed as a clerk for Gibbs and Cox, Inc. of New York City. Moving to Massachusetts in 1980, she previously lived in Marion… {M1} Of Newton Highlands, July 4th. Beloved husband of Alice S. (Seivold) McDonald. Visiting hours Tuesday 5-8. Complete notice on Sunday. George F. Doherty & Sons Wellesley781-235-4100 the Stanton Funeral Home, 786 Mt. Auburn St., (Rt16) WATERTOWN on Monday at 9:30 A.M. Funeral Mass in the Sacred Heart Church, Watertown at 10:30 A.M. Relatives & friends respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Sunday 4-7 PM. Interment Ridgelawn Cemetery. Contributions in her memory to the Lt. Paul Sullivan Memorial Scholarship Fund, 11 Upland Rd, Watertown, MA 02472 or to Conway Area Humane Society, PO Box 260, Conway, NH 03818 would be appreciated. Stanton Funeral Service, Inc.… 3 PM to 7 PM. Memorial donations can be sent to the Children's Floating Hospital, Pediatric/Oncology Clinic, 800 Washington St., Boston, MA 02111, or donations may be made to an educational fund for the McGrath children and sent to: Jim McGrath Family Fund at the Mutual Bank, 570 Washington St., Whitman, MA 02382. For online condolences and directions visit: www.blanchardfc.com 4:00-8:00 PM. Relatives and friends are kindly invited. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the Brooksby Village Chapel at 300 Brooksby Village Drive, off of RT. 114, Peabody on Monday at 10:00 AM. Burial will be in St. Patrick's Cemetery, Haverhill. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 330 Congress St. 5th Floor, Boston, MA 02210 in his memory. Retired foreman, supervisor and member of the Gas & Plumbers Union Local 12 of Boston for 60 years. For… will be Sunday 4-8 PM at Rock Funeral Home. Funeral from the Funeral Home on Monday at 8 AM, followed by her Funeral Mass at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church at 9 AM. Interment Sacred Heart Cemetery. Of Cambridge, July 3, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Margaret P. (O'Brien). Complete notice to follow in Sunday's paper. For more info please visit www.lehmanreen.com Lehman & Reen Funeral Home Brighton617-782-1000 the Keefe Funeral Home, 2175 Mass. Ave., NORTH CAMBRIDGE on Tuesday at 9 am. Funeral Mass in St. John's Church at 10 am. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours Monday 4-8 pm. Burial at St. Mary's Cemetery in Chelmsford at 1:45 pm. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Boston Sparks Assoc. Canteen Truck, Congress St., Boston, MA 02110. Late Korean War Air Force Veteran. Online condolences at www.keefefuneralhome.com Of Norwood, July 4, 2008. Loving wife of Jack Moynihan. Devoted mother John T. Moynihan and Christine M. Moynihan, both of Norwood. Visiting hours at the Gillooly Funeral Home, 126 Walpole St., (Rt. 1A) NORWOOD, Mon., July 7, 4-8 PM. Complete notice on Sunday. Gillooly Funeral Home Norwood, 781-762-0174 Of Dorchester, at age 94, July 1, 2008. Beloved wife of the late William J. Mulkern. Loving mother of Anne Naomi Concannon & her husband John of Cape Neddick, ME, Eileen Walsh & her husband Kevin of Dorchester, Patricia Mulkern of Marshfield, and Mary Jo Manning & her husband Michael of Marshfield. Devoted grandmother of Patrick, Megan, Katie, Beth, Erin, Jillian, Michael, and James. Also survived by 7 great grandchildren. Dear sister of Walter Fitzgerald of Point Pleasant, NJ, and the late… 11AM-1PM, prior to the Funeral Service. Cincotti Funeral Home Medford781-395-4638 Age 89, of Milton, formerly of Hyde Park, July 3. Beloved wife of the late John J. Devoted mother of Jane A. Kelley of Bridgewater, Joan M. McIntyre of Weymouth, Virginia C. O'Brien of North Falmouth, John J. O'Brien, Jr. of Lynn and the late Mary E. Shiel. Sister of Joseph L. of E. Bridgewater and the late David, Edmund, Donald & Paul T. Brooks. Also survived by 11 loving grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren. Grandmother of the late John J. O'Brien, III. Funeral Mass at St. Ann Church,… his grandniece, Lara. He took great pride in his neighborhood. For directions and guest book please visit: lehmanreen.com Lehman & Reen Funeral Home Brighton617-782-1000 2-7 PM. Interment in Woodbrook Cemetery, 100 Salem St., Woburn. Donations may be made in Jason's memory to Boston College High School, 150 Morrissey Blvd. Boston, MA 02125. Obituary, directions & guest book: www.lynch-cantillon.com Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home (781) 933-0400 Lucille T. Phaneuf 1912 - 2008 HOLYOKE - Mrs. Lucille T. 'Lulubell' (Ducharme) Phaneuf, 95, a lifelong Holyoke resident, entered eternal rest on Thursday, June 3rd in a local nursing home. She was born in Holyoke on September 11, 1912, the daughter of the late Louis and Amelia (Vincent) Ducharme. She attended local schools and retired in 1976 from the former Hebert Drug Store. She was the wife of the late William A. Phaneuf who died on April 19, 2005. She is survived by her three sons, William C.… 4-6 p.m. Interment in Pine Haven Cemetery, Burlington. Memorials in Mary's name may be made to the M.S.P.C.A., 350 South Huntington Ave., Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 or Catholic TV, PO Box 9196, Watertown, MA 02471. For obituary, directions and online guest book see www.sullivanfuneralhome.net & www.saintmargaretschurch.net Angelina Mero Pozzessere passed away May 24th, 2008, quietly, in her sleep. Until that moment, she was vital and a joy, regaling her family with stories and the world's best meatballs. "Nana Lena" was born in Worcester, MA, July 2nd, 1920, the daughter of Angelo and Mary D'Onfrio Mero, Italian immigrants who worked hard to make a living in the states. She grew up off Shrewsbury Street with sisters Grace, Ida, and Delores and brothers Frank and John. During World War II, she married… Bernice L. Robinson 1916-2008 SPRINGFIELD - Bernice L. (Cloe) Robinson, 92, of Springfield and formerly of Main Street, Agawam died Wednesday, July 2, 2008 in Mercy Medical Center, Springfield. Bernice was born in Springfield on May 17, 1916 a daughter of the late Bernie L. and Bertie (Benham) Cloe. She was raised in Springfield and was a graduate of Springfield Technical High School. Bernice was a book keeper and worked with her late husband George R. Robinson who owned and operated Richard's Dry… the Charles F. Oteri & Son Franklin Funeral Home, 33 Cottage St., FRANKLIN with a Funeral Mass in St. Mary's Church at 9AM. Interment St. Mary's Cemetery. Calling hours Sunday 4-8PM. Donations in his memory sent to Purr-fect Cat Shelter, P0 Box 548, Medway, MA 02053 would be appreciated. Charles F. Oteri & Son www.franklinfuneral.com Of Mt. St. Vincent, Wellesley Hills July 4, 2008. A Sister of Charity for 76 years who was missioned in Massachusetts, New York and Nova Scotia, locally in Lawrence, MA. Beloved daughter of the late William and Catherine (Keegan) Ryan. Sister of the late Thomas, John and James Ryan. Sister-in-law of Helen Ryan of Wollaston. Also survived by 4 nieces and nephews and the late John Ryan. Visiting hours at Mt. St. Vincent, 125 Oakland St, Wellesley Hills on Sunday 3-7 PM. Funeral Mass in Mt. St. Vincent Chapel… 12 Noon-3 PM. Relatives & friends invited. On line guestbook at www.brownandhickey.com Brown & Hickey Funeral Home Belmont 617-484-2534617-547-1500 4-8 P.M. Funeral Home fully handicap accessible, ample parking opposite Funeral Home. Late WW II US Navy Veteran. Frank A. Welsh & Sons Chelsea, MA617-889-2723, The funeral home or family has elected not to place a death notice on Boston.com. A death notice has been placed in the print edition of The Boston Globe. the Brasco & Sons Memorial, 773 Moody St., WALTHAM, on Monday at 8 a.m. with a Concelebrated Mass of Christian Burial at Sacred Heart Church at 9 a.m. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Sunday 4-8 p.m. Interment with Military Honors at Saint Patricks Cemetery, Watertown. Expressions of sympathy may be made in his memory to the Nicholas J. Sottile '41 Fund for Italian Studies, Boston College, 140 Commonwealth Avenue, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467. Veteran of WW II… Of Milton, July 3. Beloved daughter of the late John J. & Delia (Connolly) Spillane. Devoted sister of Margaret Rosa & her husband, Vic of Milton, Mary Hodgdon of Natick & John J. Spillane & his wife, Barbara of Ballston Spa, NY. Sister-in-law of the late Linwood Hodgdon. Survived by many loving nieces & nephews. Funeral Mass at St. Mary of the Hills Church, Milton, Mon. morning at 10. Visiting hours at the Alfred D. Thomas Funeral Home, 326 Granite Ave., MILTON, Sun. 4 to 8 PM. Retired… Of Sharon. Entered into rest July 4, 2008. Beloved husband of the Marilyn (Frank) Stewart. Devoted father of Glenn and Laurie. Services will be held at Stanetsky Memorial Chapel, 475 Washington St., CANTON, Sunday, July 6, 2008 at a time to be announced. Interment Sharon Memorial Park. Memorial observance will be at his late residence. Complete notice on Sunday. Stanetsky Memorial Chapel 781-821-4600 www.stanetsky.com John F. Sullivan 1939- -2008 WILBRAHAM-John "Jack" Francis Sullivan, 68, died Thurs. at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield. He was born in Malden on October 17, 1939 to the late Mary (Tirrell) and Thomas J. Sullivan. He grew up in Malden and lived in West Peabody before settling in Wilbraham in 1972. He worked as a contract administrator for Hamilton Standard in Windsor Locks, CT for years. He was a realtor at Carlson GMAC, and most recently a school bus driver in Wilbraham. He was a graduate… Thomas, Patricia Ellen (Bergin) the Donovan-Aufiero Funeral Home, 140 Otis St. (at 6th St.) EAST CAMBRIDGE Monday at 9 AM followed by a Rite of Christian Burial in St. Joseph Church, Union Sq., Somerville at 10 AM. Visiting Sunday 3-7 PM. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers make donations to American Diabetes Assoc., 330 Congress St., Boston, MA 02110. For guest book or directions visit www.don ovanaufierofuneralhome.com the Graham Funeral Home, 3 Arlington Rd. (Cor. of Pleasant St.) WOBURN on Tuesday, July 8 at 9:00 am, followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Barbara's Church, Woburn at 10:00 am. Visiting hours Monday 4-7 pm. Interment at Calvary Cemetery, Woburn. Retired Teacher, Medford Public Schools. Late U.S. Army Veteran, WWII. Directions & obituary at www.grahamfuneral.com the Keohane Funeral Home, 785 Hancock St., QUINCY, Tuesday at 8:30 AM. Funeral Mass in Sacred Heart Church, Weymouth Landing at 9:30 AM. Visiting hours Monday 4-8 PM. Burial in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Dorchester. Donations in Gabriela's memory may be made to Work Inc. Capital Campaign, 3 Arlington St., Quincy, MA 02171. Call 1-800-Keohane or see www.Keohane.com for directions & online condolences. Vafides, Eleanor Louise (Hickey) the Pyne Keohane Funeral Home, 21 Emerald St., HINGHAM, Monday at 9 AM. Funeral Mass in Saint Ann's Church, Hull at 10 AM. Visiting hours Sunday 2-6 PM. Burial in Hull Village Cemetery. Donations in memory of Eleanor may be made to Vistacare, 690 Canton St., #220, Westwood, MA 02090. Call 1-800-Keohane or see www.Keohane.com for directions & online condolences. TAUNTON —Rose (Cornell) Valliere, 50, of Rome, N.Y., formerly of New Bedford, died Tuesday, June 10, 2008, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. She was the wife of Raymond L. Valliere and daughter of the late Henry A. and Ethel M. (Grant) Cornell. She was born in New Bedford and lived here until moving to N.Y. recently. While in New Bedford she was a communicant of St. Joseph-St. Therese Church. Rose was a graduate of N.B.H.S. Class of 1975 and then Kinyon-Campbell Business School. She was… Carl E. Walker, 70, of Milford, ME, formerly of Westborough, died on Friday, July 4, 2008 at home. He was the husband of Linda F. (Morse) Walker. Funeral arrangements, under the direction of the Rand-Harper-Pickering Westborough Funeral Home, 62 West Main St., are incomplete. NEW BEDFORD —Kathleen Claire (Hayes) Whelan, 99, formerly of Carroll St., New Bedford died Tuesday, July 1, 2008 at the Taber Street Nursing and Rehabilitation Center after a brief illness. She was the daughter of the late Michael and the late Catherine (Flanagan) Hayes and the devoted wife of the late Alexander W. Whelan, Capt. NBFD (ret.). Born in Taunton, MA, she lived in New Bedford most of her life and was a communicant of Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish at St, James Church. Mrs. Whelan was a graduate… |
Massachusetts Daily Obituaries 07/04/08
| Michiko (Masegi) Barrett, 78, of Horn Lake, MS, and former longtime resident of Leominster, MA, passed away Wednesday, July 2, 2008, at the Baptist Memorial Hospital-Desoto, South Haven, MS. She was born in Tokyo, Japan and a survivor of the bombing of Tokyo during WWII. Michiko was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Rene A. Barrett. She leaves two sons, George Barrett, his wife Pamela of Center TWP, PA, and Robert Barrett, his wife Mary of Worcester, MA; five daughters, Marie Green, her husband… Sandra Baxter-Davidson, known to all as Sandi, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 1, 2008, at the UMass Memorial Healthcare-University Campus in Worcester. Sandi was born in Pearl River, NY on December 11, 1948. She spent most of her adult life in Cornwall, NY and moved to Westhborough in 2007. Sandi was a 1967 graduate of Pearl River High School and later, The Berkeley School in White Plains, NY. She worked as an administrator for the NY State Parks Commission at Bear Mountain, NY until 1975 when… Hours are Sun., July 6, from 2 to 5 PM at Callahan and Fay Brothers Funeral Home, 61 Myrtle St., Worcester. Funeral Services are private in St. John's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to, Tufts Veterinary Clinic, 200 Westboro Rd., No. Grafton, 01536. To place an on-line condolence, please visit. www.callahanfay.com Ruth E. Fay, 86, of Westborough, died on Thursday, July 3, 2008 at the Beaumont Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center. She was the wife of the late Robert H. Fay, Sr. who died in 2006. Born in Lincoln, MA, she was the daughter of the late Earl and Eva (Haynes) Wheeler. She was educated in Lincoln/Sudbury schools. Mrs. Fay was a homemaker dedicated to her home and family. She is survived by three sons, Robert H. Fay, Jr., of Westborough, Dennis E. Fay of Westborough and Charles E. Fay of Quincy; one… Francis J. Flynn, Jr., 88, formerly of Country Club Boulevard, died Wednesday, July 2, 2008, in the Odd Fellows Home. His wife of 50 years, Mary (Noonan) Flynn, died in 2000. He leaves two daughters, Karen M. Larson and her fiancé David Gouin of Worcester and Mary Ellen Mayo and her husband Robert of Florida; a son, Fran Flynn of Worcester; a brother, John Flynn of Worcester; 4 granddaughters; and nieces & nephews. He was predeceased by an infant daughter, Barbara J. Flynn in 1950 and 3… Shirley M. (Kirwin) Fraioli, 50, of Auburn, died unexpectedly Tuesday, July 1, 2008, at home. Shirley is survived by her loving family; her husband, Mario Fraioli; two sons, Mario Fraioli, Jr. of Worcester, Matthew K. Fraioli of Auburn; two daughters, Jayme L Fraioli and Lisa M. Fraioli, both of Auburn; her father, William Kirwin, Sr. of Millbury; three brothers, Michael Kirwin and his wife Frances of Worcester, William Kirwin, Jr. and Anthony Kirwin both of Millbury; four sisters, Jane-Marie Mrazik and her… hours are on Sunday, July 6, 2-5p.m. and 7-9p.m. at the M.A. Connell Funeral Home, 934 New York Ave., Huntington Station. Mass is on Monday, July 7, at 9:30a.m. at St. Elizabeth's R.C. Church, Melville, NY. Burial in Calverton National Cemetery. Walter B. "Bing" Kotel, 93, died Thursday, July 3rd after a short illness. He leaves his wife, Marjorie D. (Higgins) Kotel; two daughters, Kathleen D. Kotel and Devra J. Kotel both of Leicester; a son, Steven W. Kotel and his wife, Donna of Ft. Myers, Florida; two sisters, Genevieve Ciborowski of Worcester and Frances wife of Vincent Kasauskas of Norwood; a brother, Michael Kotel of Worcester and Cape Coral, Florida; a daughter-in-law, Kristin Kotel of Worcester; five grandchildren, Korey Krier,… Marguerite J. (Bane) Labier, 94, of Ludlow passed away Saturday, June 28, 2008 at Wingate at Wilbraham in the presence of her family. She was born in Rodessa, Louisiana, the daughter of the late Kelly and Rose Bane. She was raised in Farmington, West Virginia where she attended local schools. Marguerite attended Fairmont State Business College and Bocker Business College, both in Ravenna, Ohio. She resided in Ludlow the past several years and was very proud of having traveled to every state with the… Einar V. Lavner, 78, died suddenly Tuesday, July 1, 2008. His wife of 49 years, Elaine N. (Smith) Lavner, died in 2000. He leaves 2 sons and a daughter, Robert E. Lavner, John W. Lavner, and Gail A. Maloney, all of Shrewsbury; 9 grandchildren, and 6 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a daughter, Donna E. Robinson, in 2003. Einar was born in the Bronx, New York, son of Anna E. (Ahlbum) and Helge V. Lavner. He was a Korean War veteran, a member of Epworth United Methodist Church, Vasa Order of… hours are Monday, July 7 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM in FAY BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 1 West Boylston St. The funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, July 8 in the First Congregational Church, 26 Central St., West Boylston. Burial will follow in Mt. Vernon Cemetery, West Boylston. A complete obituary will appear in Monday's paper. For directions and online condolence book please visit www.faybrothers.com Evelyn L. Matte, 97, formerly of Colonial Dr., died Wednesday, June 25, at Landmark Medical Center in Woonsocket. She had been a resident at Mount St. Francis Health Center in Woonsocket for the past year. She is survived by her sister, Alice Baldwin and many nephews and nieces. She was predeceased by 3 brothers, Theodore, Alfred, and Edward Matte; and 7 sisters, Beatrice Matte, Florence Morvan, Yvonne St. Amant, Cora Mucciarone, Ida Giguere, Emma Farrar and Pearl Grenon. Born in the Linwood section of… Angelina Mero Pozzessere passed away May 24th, 2008, quietly, in her sleep. Until that moment, she was vital and a joy, regaling her family with stories and the world's best meatballs. "Nana Lena" was born in Worcester, MA, July 2nd, 1920, the daughter of Angelo and Mary D'Onfrio Mero, Italian immigrants who worked hard to make a living in the states. She grew up off Shrewsbury Street with sisters Grace, Ida, and Delores and brothers Frank and John. During World War II, she married… Carl E. Walker, 70, of Milford, ME, formerly of Westborough, died on Friday, July 4, 2008 at home. He was the husband of Linda F. (Morse) Walker. Funeral arrangements, under the direction of the Rand-Harper-Pickering Westborough Funeral Home, 62 West Main St., are incomplete. |
Thursday, July 3, 2008
Massachusetts Daily Obituaries 07/03/08
| PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. —Suzanne Bedell Albee, 74, of Wellfleet and Port St. Lucie, died June 23, 2008, at her home in Port St. Lucie, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in New Brunswick, N.J., she graduated from Westfield High in Westfield, N.J., and Mary Washington College in Fredericksburg, Va. Sue was a devoted military wife and mother, as well as a highly successful real estate agent in the Washington, D.C., metro area. She volunteered her time generously as past president of the Wellfleet… Arnold Bieber WEST HARTFORD - Arnold Bieber, 85, of West Hartford, died Wednesday, July 2, 2008. He was the beloved husband of Shirley (Block) Bieber for 60 years. Born in middletown, he was the son of Edward and Elizabeth Bieber. He grew up in the North End of Hartford and was a 1941 graduate of Weaver High School. He worked in the financial service industry for the majority of his career. He was a member of many financial service organizations receiving numerous awards within the industry. He was a… Romuald J. Chapdelaine 1921 2008 HOLYOKE Mr. Romuald J. "Chappy" Chapdelaine, 87, passed away on Tuesday, July 1st at Wingate at West Spring-field. He was born in St. Guilliame, PQ, Canada on January 11, 1921, the son of the late Ubald and Blandine (Brouillard) Chapdelaine and came to this country with his family at a young age. He attended Chicopee schools and proudly served in the Army Air Force, now the 8th Air Force, during WWII, having been stationed in England, France and Belgium from 1942… NEW BEDFORD —Mary Carmen (Paulos) Dabkowski, 92, of Westport and formerly of New Bedford, passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2008. She was the widow of Edward K. Dabkowski; and daughter of the late Francisco and Rose (Soares) Paulos. She was a lifelong resident of New Bedford until relocating to Westport four years ago. She was formerly employed by States Nitewear Mfg., as a stitcher until her retirement. In her leisure time she enjoyed cooking, knitting and sewing; most of all she loved being with her… Lena T. Daigle POCATELLO, IDAHO Lena T. Daigle, 75, of Pocatello, Idaho, died Saturday, June 28, 2008, at a local care center. She was born Jan. 9, 1933 at New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Canada, to Angus and Mary Louise AuCoin Muise. She married Joseph Daigle, Aug. 27, 1966 at St. James Church, Natick; he preceded her in death on Dec. 24, 1995. She enjoyed shopping, caring for others, and helping with the church. She loved to visit her sister, nieces, and nephews in Maine and New Hampshire. Lena was a member… home.com . Daniel P. Germain 1952 2008 WESTFIELD Daniel P. Germain, 55, of Westfield passed away peacefully on Monday, June 30, 2008 at his home surrounded by the care and comfort of his loving family. He was born in Holyoke on November 7, 1952, a beloved son of Henry E. Germain of the Fairview section of Chicopee and the late Mary M. (Rodrigues) Germain who was Called Home on December 7, 1996. He was raised in Holyoke and moved to the Fairview section of Chicopee in 1968. He graduated from Chicopee Comprehensive High… Lynne Haberman 1932-2008 LONGMEADOW - Lynne Duckor Haberman of Long-meadow, MA and Boca Raton, FL passed away at her home on July 2, 2008, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was born December 22, 1932 in Brooklyn, NY to Dr. Louis and Hortense Duckor and was their pride and joy. Lynne attended The Leonard School in New York City and graduated from Skidmore College where she met the late Gilbert A. Haberman. They fell in love and lived happily ever after for fifty years. Their love and… Mass in St. Ann's Church, Hull, Saturday, July 5, at 11 a.m., with a memorial gathering at the church prior to the service, beginning at 10 a.m. Donations in memory of Dr. Hookway may be made to Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 220 North Main St., Suite 104, Natick, MA 01760. Call 1-800-536-4263, or see www.Keohane.com for directions and online condolences. Dorothy Helen Hunter 1927 - 2008 GRANBY, MA - Dorothy Helen Hunter, 81, of Croydon, NH, died at her home June 29, 2008. Dorothy was born on February 26, 1927, in Holyoke, MA, to the late Frank & Beatrice (Kaiser) Smith. In 1954 she married her late husband, George S. Hunter, and in 1965 they moved to Granby, MA, with their three children. Dorothy's passion for gardening , which was evident just by passing by their home. Not gar behind her passion for gardening was time spent with her friends.… Charlotte L. Keith 1928-2008 AGAWAM - Charlotte Louise Keith, 80, died Wed. at Country Estates in Agawam. She was born in Quincy, MA to the late Douglas and Louise (Baker) Keith. Charlotte worked selling for Avon for many years. She enjoyed singing soprano and loved horseback riding in her youth. Charlotte is survived by her devoted children, Frank J. Tarantino, Jr., John Tarantino, Susan L. Ribeiro and Gloria M. Tarantino, all of Springfield, Linda A. Lord of Westfield and Betty A. Tarantino-Harris of West… MURRIETA, CALIF. Johanne M. (Rando) Lewis, 85, of Murrieta, Calif., formerly of Waltham, passed away June 30, 2008, at her home in California. Born in Waltham, daughter of the late James and Angelina (Giardina) Rando, she graduated from Waltham High school, Class of 1941. She worked at the Guaranty Trust Bank and then BayBank as a clerk, until her retirement in 1985, after 40 years of service. Johanne, along with her husband, owned Town Line Beer & Wine in West Newton. She also donated her time helping… BELMONT Bernard T. Loughran Sr., Esq., of Belmont, formerly of Watertown, died July 2, 2008. He was the beloved husband of the late Marion R. (Lapsley). A funeral Mass will be on Tuesday, July 8. Complete notice to follow. Arrangements are with the MacDonald, Rockwell & MacDonald, Watertown. James J. Lynch 1948 2008 WEST SPRINGFIELD James J. Lynch, 60, of West Springfield was Called Safely Home on Sunday, June 29, 2008. He was born in Springfield on February 8, 1948, a beloved son of Anna M. (Fisher) Lynch of Westfield and the late Daniel L. Lynch who was Called Home in December of 1961. He was raised in Springfield, served in the Massachusetts National Guard and lived in Agawam before moving to West Springfield in 1996. He was employed for 41 years as a paper cutter for the Milton Bradley… NEW BEDFORD —Steve A. Mendonca, 56, of New Bedford died Tuesday, July 1, 2008, at St. Luke's Hospital after a year long battle with cancer. He was the husband of Bette A. (DeCosta) Mendonca. Born in New Bedford, the son of Manuel C. Mendonca, Jr., and the late Tillie (Dutra) Mendonca, he lived in New Bedford all of his life. He was a communicant of Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish at St. James Church. Mr. Mendonca was employed as a court officer at Third District Court in New Bedford. He truly valued the… Kem Monroe 1960-2008 SPRINGFIELD - Kem Monroe, 47, of 98 Jardine Street, departed this life on Tuesday, July 1, 2008. Born and educated in Spring-field, she was a graduate of Westfield State College and American International College, and was currently in the doctoral program at AIC. For the past five years she worked as an Administrator for Head Start. She also served as an academic teacher for the Holyoke School System and had been a service coordinator for the Massachusetts Department of Mental… Kenneth R. Pratt BROAD BROOK, CT- Kenneth R. Pratt, 61, June 30, 2008. Born in Palmer, MA to Quinten R. and Elisabeth (Squier) Pratt he grew up in Monson, MA and has been a resident of Connecticut for the past 30 years. Ken was a Veteran of the U.S. Air Force serving in Vietnam. He then attended and graduated from the University of Massachusetts. He has worked as a machinist for the former Purdy Company now The Timken Company in Manchester, CT for 30 years. Ken was also a member of the Quaboag Riders in… Bernice L. Robinson 1916-2008 SPRINGFIELD - Bernice L. (Cloe) Robinson, 92, of Springfield and formerly of Main Street, Agawam died Wednesday, July 2, 2008 in Mercy Medical Center, Springfield. Bernice was born in Springfield on May 17, 1916 a daughter of the late Bernie L. and Bertie (Benham) Cloe. She was raised in Springfield and was a graduate of Springfield Technical High School. Bernice was a book keeper and worked with her late husband George R. Robinson who owned and operated Richard's Dry… home.com . EAST WAREHAM —Ethel M. (Durant) Scott, 79, of East Wareham, died Saturday, June 28th at her home. She was the wife of the late James W. Scott. Born in Boston, the daughter of the late Edward G. & Helen (McAllister) Durant, she attended Boston public schools. A longtime resident of Boston, she moved to Wareham in 1971. Mrs. Scott worked as a waitress and bartender for many different restaurants including the Dolphin Inn in Buzzards Bay. She also enjoyed painting and swimming. She is survived by her… WALTHAM Nicholas Joseph Sottile, 88, of Waltham, died Tuesday, July 1, 2008, at the Newton Wellesley Hospital after a brief illness. Mr. Sottile is survived by his dear sister, Mary N. Sottile of Waltham. Funeral services will be held on Monday morning, July 7, from the Brasco and Sons Memorial, 773 Moody St., Waltham, with a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at the Sacred Heart Church, at 9 a.m. Interment, with military honors, will follow in the Mount Feake Cemetery in Waltham. Visiting hours at… Frank J. Stefanik 1946 - 2008 CHICOPEE - Frank J. Stefanik, 62, of Chicopee, passed away on Tuesday, July 1, 2008 at the Baystate Medical Center. Born February 11, 1946, a son of the late Metsie and Frances (Sitarz) Stefanik, he was a lifelong Chicopee resident. Frank worked for 30 years for Custom Electronics Co. of Chicopee and currently worked for the family owned and operated Chicopee Provision Co. He was a communicant of the Basilica of St. Stanislaus, Bishop and Martyr. Frank served in the US Army… WALTHAM Mr. Steven P. Umina Sr., 83, of Waltham, died Wednesday, July 2, 2008, in his home. Born in Newton, a son of the late John and Catherine (Rando) Umina, Steven was a self-employed electrician for many years. Steven was a graduate of Newton Technical High School, as well as Wentworth Institute. He was a member of the American Legion Post # 440 in Newton, and was an avid gardener, square dancer, loved to travel and spend the winter months in Puerto Rico. Steven was also a World War II veteran, serving… NEW BEDFORD —Ruth Delano Whitin, formerly of Moreland Terrace in New Bedford, died Monday June 30, 2008, at N.B. Jewish Convalescent Home after a period of declining health. Daughter of the late Arthur D. and Florence (Smith) Delano, she was born in New Bedford and was a life long area resident. She attended Smith College and was a member of Grace Episcopal Church. Over the years, Ruth was active with the Ladies Branch of the N.B. Port Society, the N.B. Day Nursery, the visiting board of St. Luke's… Rev. James B. Williams 1926-2008 EAST LONGMEADOW - Reverend James B. Williams, 81, of 134 Undine Circle, Spring-field, a true and humble servant of the Lord, departed this life on Monday, June 30, 2008 at Wingate of East Longmeadow. Born to the late John Williams and the late Luvenia (Walker) Gibson, in Cobb, Georgia, he relocated to Springfield sixty years ago and worked as a maintenance supervisor for thirty-seven years at Smith & Wesson. He answered God's call to minister the gospel and became… |
Massachusetts Daily Obituaries 07/02/08
| James F. Ashley Jr. 1945 - 2008 EAST LONGMEADOW - James F. Ashley Jr. 63 was born on Father's Day, June 17, 1945 parented by the late James F. Sr. and Lillian (Clark) Ashley. He died Sunday, June 29, 2008 battling cancer since 2004. A 1964 graduate of the High School of Commerce and was elected Class Artist. A graduate of the U.S. Naval Communications School in Norfolk, VA., after graduating he was transferred to the communications facility at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. He then became a staff member of Rear… Germaine Bacis 1916 - 2008 SOUTH HADLEY - Germaine E. (LeFrancois) Bacis, 92, of South Hadley died Saturday, June 28, 2008 at the Renaissance Manor on Cabot in Holyoke. Born in Holyoke on March 11, 1916, she is the daughter of the late Desiree and Alphonsine (Paquette) LeFrancois. The wife of the late Leon S. Bacis who died in 2003, Germaine is survived by her four children, James Bacis of Raynham, Marianne Deal of Granby, William Bacis of South Hadley and Diane LaRoche of South Hadley. She also leaves… Albert Bannister DUDLEY, MA - Albert Bannister, 89, of Oak St., Dudley, MA, passed away on Monday, June 30, 2008. He was born in Worcester, MA, son of the late John F. and Eva M. (Bergeron) Bannister. Albert worked as self employed mechanic, and always enjoyed nature. Albert is survived by his two children, Albert Bannister of Putnam, CT and Brenda G. Jankowski of Vermont; two grandchildren, Christina Pellegrino of Springfield, MA and Kenneth Jankowski of Vermont; three great grandchildren; his special… Amelia Rose Belmore WILBRAHAM- Amelia Belmore, 96, died Friday, June 27, 2008. A graveside ceremony will be Today at 10 AM in St. Michael's Cemetery. A Sampson Service., , 7 Summit Ave., Summit, N.J., on Wednesday, July 2, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. The funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, July 3, at 10 a.m., in Our Lady of Peace Church, New Providence, followed by the interment in St. Teresa's Cemetery, Summit. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in her memory to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, 1034 Salem Road, Union, NJ 07083. For directions or more information, please visit www.ippolitofuneralhomes.com . Alma M. Brazee 1942 2008 AGAWAM Alma Mae Brazee, 65, of the Feeding Hills section of Agawam was Called Safely Home on Friday, June 27, 2008 from her home with her loving caregivers at her side. She was born in Lee, Massachusetts a daughter of the late Joseph J. and Lydia L. (Miller) Brazee. She was predeceased by her dear brother, Richard A. Brazee who was Called Home on April 24, 2007. Her friends are invited to attend a visiting hour on Wednesday (today), July 2, 2008 beginning at 9:30 am until the time… Dorothy E. Caron EASTHAMPTON - Dorothy E. Caron, 85, of Easthampton passed away Monday in Northampton. Her beloved husband George W. Caron passed away in 1990, she leaves her loving children Robert C. Caron, Claire L.Caron, Richard G. Caron, and Deborah Shea, her brother Harry Hill Jr., 5 grandchildren Scott, 3 Great Grandchildren and her several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Thursday 8:30 AM from the O'Brien Funeral Home followed by a mass of Christian burial 10 AM at the Notre Dame… Rose W. Fassel LAKE WYLIE, SC - Rose W. Fassel, 96, passed away on Sunday, June 29, 2008 in Lake Wylie, SC. She was born in Greenfield, MA and lived most of her life in West Springfield and Agawam, MA. She was the daughter of the late James A. and Gladys I. Williams. A Memorial Service will be held 2:00 pm Thursday July 3, 2008 at M. L. Ford & Sons Funeral Home Chapel, 4820 Charlotte Hwy, Lake Wylie, SC. Interment will be in Agawam Cemetery, Agawam, MA. Mrs. Fassel was a retired administrator for… HUDSON Emma J. (Carson) Goodbar, 91, of Hudson, and formerly of Newton, died Tuesday, July 1, 2008, in Marlborough Hospital after a long illness. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of the Fitzgerald & Collins Funeral home ( www.SFCFH.com ), Marlborough. Pearl B. Gray 1918 - 2008 SPRINGFIELD - Pearl Bertha Gray, 90, passed away Tuesday June 24th at Baystate Medical Center. Born in Jacksonville, Florida, she was a longtime Springfield resident. She was predeceased by the love of her life of 64 years, Joseph J. Gray, in 2000. She is survived by her loving daughter, Cecelia White and her husband Raymond of East Longmeadow; her four grandchildren, Michael White of Oregon, David White and his wife Janice of Marlboro, MA; Russell White of Hillsboro, NC and Jamie… Linda E. Grinnell HOLYOKE - Linda E. Grinnell, 55, of Holyoke, died Monday June 30, 2008 at Country Estates in Agawam. She was born in Chicopee, daughter of the late Henry W. and Elizabeth I. (Mayer) Grinnell and graduated from Holyoke High School and Holyoke Community College. She had worked in Banking for many years, serving as an auditor and loan servicing agent at Holyoke Savings Bank, Vanguard Bank, Shawmut Bank, Park West Bank, and currently New Alliance Bank. Linda was a member of the American… Esther R. Hannum ENFIELD-Esther R. (Rad-osti) Hannum. Funeral Thurs. 9am in Browne Mem. Fun'l Chapels. Mass 10am Holy Family Church. Burial St. Patrick's King St. Cem. Calling hours Wed. 4-8 pm., WESTBOROUGH Thomas Lee Jackson, 68, a resident of Westborough for the past 24 years, and formerly of Framingham, died Friday, June 27, 2008, at UMass Medical Center in Worcester following a brief illness. He was the husband for 37 years of Rosa (Howard) Jackson. He was born in Winchester, Va., the son of the late Bennie and Lula (Humbolt) Jackson. As a young man, he lived in Tewksbury and attended college in Maine. He played football in both high school and college. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam… Jean Mullarkey 1935 - 2008 WESTFIELD - Jean (Stathis) Mullarkey, 73, of Westfield died Tuesday July 1, 2008 at home surrounded by her family, after a yearlong battle with cancer. She was born in Westfield on April 1, 1935, daughter of the late Edward and Lillian (Donoghue) Stathis. Jean graduated from Springfield Technical High School and was employed as a Special Needs Teachers Aid at Westfield High School. She loved to travel to Europe and the Far East and was a member of the Westfield Red Hatters. She… Sonia Norris 1919-2008 AGAWAM - Sonia (Protzenko) Norris, 88, formerly of Rowley Street died Mon. at the Heritage Hall Nursing Home. She was born in Springfield on Oct. 1st, 1919 to the late Mary (Baldys) and Efrem Protzenko. She lived all of her life in the Feeding Hills section of Agawam. She was a secretary for years in the Springfield Probate Court. Sonia was a noted professional soloist in Western Mass. for most of her life. She sang for many local churches and temples. She spent many years at the… Jose "Miguel" Pabon 1951 - 2008 SPRINGFIELD - Jose "Miguel" Pabon, 56, passed away on Sun., June 29, at Baystate Medical Center. He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, Zoriada Ortiz; 3 sons, Ernie and Michael Pabon and Miguel Perez; 3 daughters, Clarissa and Vanessa Pabon and Lissette Perez; 4 brothers, Israel, Manuel, Luis and Pedro Pabon, 1 sister Rosaida Pabon; and 15 grandchildren. He will be greatly missed. The Funeral Service will be held on Thurs, July. 3, from 9:00 am - 10:00… Henry M. Piotrowski 1966 - 2008 CHICOPEE - Henry Mark Piotrowski, 41, of Chicopee, died in his home on Saturday, June 28, 2008. Born in Holyoke on Aug. 28, 1966, he is the son of Rudolph and Elizabeth (Szyper) Piotrowski of Chicopee. He is also survived by a brother, Rudy Piotrowski of Feeding Hills, a sister, Anna Degennaro of Suffield, CT, as well as two nieces, Alyssa and Haley Piotrowski, and two nephews, Joseph and Drew Digennaro. A Funeral Service for Henry will be held on Monday, July 7 at 9am in the… Florence M. Porter 1922-2008 SPRINGFIELD - Florence Marian Porter, 85, of Springfield, passed away Monday June 30th at Wingate of Spring-field. Born in Springfield to the late Sidney Sr. and Bernice (Mesick) Porter, she lived in Wethersfield, CT for 38 years where she was a teacher for the Wethersfield Board of Education, retiring in 1987. She later lived in Ludlow and then Springfield. Florence graduated from the High School of Commerce and received her BA from Castleton State Teachers College in… Jewell Searle 1922 - 2008 SOUTHAMPTON - Jewell (Dobbs) Searle, of Southampton died June 28, at Hampshire Care in Leeds. Jewell was born in Allen Okla. on Jan 22, 1922, the daughter of Mr. And Mrs. Virgil Dobbs. Jewell moved to this area in 1946 making her home in Southampton with her husband Myron Searle. Mrs. Searle worked as a clerk for the Town of Southampton Treasurers office retiring in 1985. She was a member of the Southampton Congregational Church. Jewell was active in the Council on Aging in… George F. Vaughan, Jr. 1931 2008 SPRINGFIELD George F. Vaughan, Jr., 76, of Springfield was Called Safely Home on Sunday, June 29, 2008. He was born in Norwich, Vermont on November 7, 1931 a beloved son of the late George F. Vaughan, Sr. and Beatrice (Emerson) Vaughan and moved to Springfield in 1951. He served his country in the United States Navy during the Korean War and attained the rank of Quartermaster Second Class. He received the National Defense Service Medal and the Navy Occupation Service Medal.… |