Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Indian Orchard, MA

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Elizabeth K. Burton

Elizabeth K. Burton

Aug 23, 2013

Elizabeth K. Burton1950-2013INDIAN ORCHARD- Elizabeth "Liz" (Kedziorek) Burton, 62, a lifelong Indian Orchard resident, entered into eternal rest on Friday, August 23, 2013 in the Hospice of the Fisher Home, Amherst. She was born in Wolverhampton, England on November 5, 1950, a daughter of the late Zygmunt and Feliksa (Rola) Kedziorek. Liz attended Immaculate Conception School, graduating from Cathedral High...

Robert Williams

Robert Williams

Aug 15, 2013

Robert B. Williams 1916-2013 SOUTH HADLEY - Robert B. Williams, 97, of Chicopee, passed away on Thursday, August 15, 2013. He was born in Burlington, Vermont on April 29, 1916 to the late Wesley R. and Estella (Ploof) Williams.  Robert was a painter for many years, working for Sheraton Kimball for 20 years, R.L. Letendre Co, and other local contractors...

Maria Elias

Maria Elias

Aug 2, 2013

Maria A. Elias 1922-2013 Indian Orchard - Maria Amelia (Leonardo) Elias, having been surrounded by her family, died peacefully at age 91 on August 2, 2013. Born in the village of Paco, Portugal on July 14, 1922, she was the daughter of the late Joaquim and Francelina (Miranda) Leonardo. Maria immigrated to the promise of a better life in the...

Eleanora A. Guay

Eleanora A. Guay

Jul 9, 2013

Laura A. Guay1919-2013SPRINGFIELD- Eleanora "Laura" A. (Dzierzonawski) Guay, 94, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, July 9, 2013 in Baystate Medical Center. She was born in Greenfield, MA on April 23, 1919, a daughter of the late Anthony and Margaret (Piotkowski) Dzierzonawski. Laura leaves her daughter, Ann Hill and her husband Kenneth of Belchertown; a granddaughter, Laurie Moriarty and her...

Tina M. Isham

Tina M. Isham

Jun 12, 2013

Tina M. Isham1979-2013INDIAN ORCHARD- Tina M. Isham passed away June 12, 2013. She leaves behind a son, Robert V. Isham; her parents, Robert and Ellen (Belder) Isham; a brother, Tim and his wife Miranda; three nieces; and one nephew. Calling hours will be held at the Ratell Funeral Home, 200 Main St., Indian Orchard on Tuesday, June 18th from 3-7p.m....

Darlene J. Morin

Darlene J. Morin

May 25, 2013

Darlene J. Morin 1954-2013 PALMER- Darlene "Doll" J. (McNamara) Morin, 58, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 25, 2013 in Wing Memorial Hospital, Palmer.  She was born in Springfield on October 31, 1954, the daughter of Marion (Warner) McNamara and the late George McNamara. She was a self-employed landscape and floral designer.  A huge lover of flowers, Darlene often spent...

Gerald Edward Paquette

Gerald Edward Paquette

May 16, 2013

Gerald Paquette 1924-2013 Springfield- Gerald E. Paquette, 89, of Springfield passed away Thursday, May 16, 2013 at Wingate of Springfield. Born in Chicopee on May 1, 1924, he was the son of the late Gaspard and Rhea (Moreau) Paquette. Gerry was a graduate of Cathedral High School and retired in 1986 from Northeast Utilites as a Project Supervisor for Management...

David W. Lafromboise

David W. Lafromboise

May 16, 2013

David W. LaFromboise1959-2013WORCESTER- David W. LaFromboise, 53, passed away at St. Vincent Hospital in Worcester, MA on May 16, 2013. He was pre-deceased by his mother Patricia (Latimer) LaFromboise in 1988 and his father Alexander LaFromboise in 2009. He leaves his daughter, Jennifer Roy and husband Matthew; his son, David M. LaFromboise and his companion Jennifer. David also leaves two...

Mitchell Michael Grondalski

Mitchell Michael Grondalski

May 14, 2013

Mitchell M. Grondalski 1932-2013 Springfield- Mitchell M. Grondalski, 81, of Oak St. Springfield, died peacefully at home on Tuesday, May 14, 2013 surrounded by his loving family. Born in Springfield on April 5, 1932, he was the son of the late John and Josephine (Czerwin) Grondalski. Mitch was a lifelong resident of Springfield graduating from Springfield Technical High School in...

Florence Jeannette Wolstencroft

Florence Jeannette Wolstencroft

May 12, 2013

Florence J. Wolstencroft 1919-2013 Wilbraham- Florence J. (Letarte) Wolstencroft, 93, of Manchonis Rd. Ext. in Wilbraham and formerly of Indian Orchard, passed away Sunday, May 12, 2013 at Reeds Landing in Springfield. Born in Springfield on July 17, 1919, she was the daughter of the late Leopold and Mary (Roberge) Letarte. Florence attended Springfield schools and American International College. She...

Dolores Margaret Mariani

Dolores Margaret Mariani

May 2, 2013

Dolores M. Mariani 1932-2013 Ludlow - Dolores M. (Talbot) Mariani, 80, passed away Thursday, May 2, 2013 at Baystate Medical Center. Born on November 19, 1932 in Rahway, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Louis N. and Marie Rose (Bouchard) Talbot. Dolores graduated from Cathedral High School and furthered her studies to become a Licensed Practical Nurse. She...

Denise M. Tavernier

Denise M. Tavernier

Apr 26, 2013

Denise M. Tavernier1954-2013SPRINGFIELD- Denise M. (Troie) Tavernier, 59, a lifelong Springfield resident, entered into eternal rest on Friday, April 26, 2013. She was born in Springfield on January 10, 1954, a daughter of the late Antonio E. and Theresa C. (Lamoureaux) Troie. Denise enjoyed Hampton Beach, but received the most enjoyment when she was spending time with her family. Besides...

Lewis J. Roy

Lewis J. Roy

Apr 23, 2013

Lewis J. Roy1919-2013SPRINGFIELD- Lewis "Lou" J. Roy, 94, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, April 23, 2013. He was born in Derby Center, VT, on February 1, 1919, a son of the late Regis and Melanie Roy. Lewis was a WWII Army veteran. He was a communicant of St. Catherine of Siena Church. Lewis was predeceased by his wife, Phyllis...

John B. Savoy

John B. Savoy

Apr 22, 2013

John B. Savoy 1921-2013 Ludlow- John B. Savoy, 91, of Ludlow, passed away on Monday, April 22, 2013. Born in Springfield on June 24, 1921, he was a graduate of Cathedral High School in Springfield and after high school, took a job as an apprentice Gunsmith at Smith and Wesson. After the US entered WWII, he enlisted in the US...

Kathleen F. Lanzetta

Kathleen F. Lanzetta

Apr 16, 2013

Kathleen F. Lanzetta1913-2013INDIAN ORCHARD- Kathleen F. (Quinn) Lanzetta of Indian Orchard, died on April 16, 2013 at her residence, soon after her 100th birthday on February 14, 2013. Born in Springfield, She was predeceased by her husband, George Lanzetta; her sisters, Rita Scibelli and Phyllis Caron; a brother, Dr. John Quinn; a niece, Barbara Scibelli; and a nephew, Michael Scibelli....

Lois Narreau

Lois Narreau

Apr 12, 2013

Lois Narreau 1949-2013 Wilbraham - Lois Narreau, 63, died Friday, April 12, 2013 at the Life Care Center of Wilbraham. Born in Ludlow, she was the daughter of the late Ovila L. and Dorothy L. (Picard) Narreau. Lois lived most of her life in Wilbraham and attended Minnechaug High School. She was a member of the Jehovah Witness Liberty Heights...

Jean M. Trombley

Jean M. Trombley

Mar 23, 2013

Jean M. Trombley 1943-2013 Ludlow- Jean M. Trombley, 70, of Ludlow, passed away peacefully Saturday, March 23, 2013 at Redstone Nursing Home.  Born in Ludlow on January 25, 1943, she was the daughter of the late Ronald and Loretta (Stebbins) Trombley.  Jean was a 1961 graduate of Ludlow High School and received her Bachelor's in Education and Psychology from Smith...

James H. Donnelly

James H. Donnelly

Mar 6, 2013

James H. Donnelly 1943-2013 SPRINGFIELD- James "Ducky" H. Donnelly, 69, a lifelong Springfield resident, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, March 6, 2013 at home. He was born in Springfield on December 5, 1943, a son of the late James H. and Frances (Dunn) Donnelly. James graduated from the High School of Commerce and retired from Mass Mutual Life Insurance...

Mary B. Underwood

Mary B. Underwood

Feb 28, 2013

Mary B. Underwood1962-2013WESTFIELD- Mary B. Underwood, 50, entered into rest on Thursday, February 28, 2013. She was born on August 15, 1962, a daughter of the late Richard and Theresa (Schuhlen) Underwood.  Mary graduated from Roger L. Putnam Vocational Technical High School. She enjoyed spending time with her friends and shopping, but received the most enjoyment when she was spending...

Helen A. Schouler

Helen A. Schouler

Feb 15, 2013

Helen A. Schouler 1913-2013 Ludlow - Helen A. (Underwood) Schouler, 99, of Ludlow, passed away Friday, February 15, 2013 at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Greenfield on October 16, 1913, she was raised there by her parents, the late William and Eva (Brooks) Underwood. Helen was a 1932 graduate of Greenfield High School. During her high school years she was...