Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Indian Orchard, MA

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Patricia A. Szczebak

Patricia A. Szczebak

Aug 24, 2020

SPRINGFIELD - Patricia A. Szczebak, 77, formerly of Groton St. in Springfield passed away peacefully on Monday, August 24, 2020 at Chicopee Rehab & Nursing Center. Patricia was born in Springfield on June 7, 1943 to the late Harold and Zilda (Machado) Nadeau. She grew up in Springfield and the Orchard and attended local schools.  Patricia worked for Spaulding Manufacturing...

Deborah Ann Ferenz

Deborah Ann Ferenz

Aug 19, 2020

SPRINGFIELD- Deborah A. (Gordon) Ferenz, 63, of Bexhill Street in Springfield passed away surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday morning at her home. Debbie was born in Roxbury, Massachusetts on November 3, 1956, a daughter of Francis and Dorothy (Sacco) Gordon. She was a longtime Springfield resident and worshipped at the Greater New Life Christian Center in Indian Orchard....

Beverly B. Foisy

Beverly B. Foisy

Aug 11, 2020

Beverly Brewster (Bliss) Foisy, 88 of Ludlow peacefully passed away on Tuesday, August, 11, 2020.  Born in Springfield, MA, she was the daughter of Doris (Pierce) Bliss and Raymond Bliss.  She took great pride in her heritage of being a descendant of Elder William Brewster, who sailed to New England on the Mayflower in 1620. Beverly and her husband, Richard...

Gerard E. Bewsee

Gerard E. Bewsee

Jul 14, 2020

Gerard E. Bewsee, 78, passed away on July 14, 2020 at home with his loving family by his side. Born in Springfield, MA to the late Horace H. and Mildred M (Latour) Bewsee. He was a graduate of the High School of Commerce in the Distributive Education program. Gerard was in the management program at the former Albert Steiger Company...

Donald W. Wilson

Donald W. Wilson

Jun 17, 2020

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Steven Arthur Krusiewicz

Steven Arthur Krusiewicz

Jun 7, 2020

Steven A. "Babes" Krusiewicz, 62, of Pineywood Avenue passed away peacefully on Sunday June 7, 2020 at BSMC in Springfield after being stricken at home.  Steven was born in Springfield on December 27, 1957. He was raised and educated in Springfield and East Longmeadow, graduating from East Longmeadow High School in 1976. He received his degree in Business and Accounting...

Lisa Ann Francis

Lisa Ann Francis

Jun 6, 2020

On Saturday, June 6, 2020, Lisa A. Francis passed away unexpectedly at her home. She went peacefully in her sleep. She leaves her devoted Husband, Michael Rodriguez. Her loving children; Timothy Francis, Tammy Francis, Tony Scapin and Amber Gelinas. Her cherished grandchildren; Kaylie, Brianna, Mistie and Jayden. A very special family friend, Debra McCarthy. She also leaves her beloved mother;...

Richard E. Landry Sr.

Richard E. Landry Sr.

Jun 4, 2020

SPRINGFIELD-Richard E. Landry Sr., 74, of Indian Orchard passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 4, 2020 at BSMC in Springfield. Richard was born in Ludlow on February 21, 1946 to the late Armand and Florence (Henault) Landry. He attended Cathedral High School and graduated from STCC with a degree in Accounting and Computer Programming. He proudly served in the US...

Dorothy Mae Bedard

Dorothy Mae Bedard

May 16, 2020

Dorothy Mae Bedard, 91, formerly of Steuben Street passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 16, 2020 at Vero Nursing & Rehabilitation in South Hadley. Dorothy was born in Springfield on February 16, 1929, the daughter of the late Henry and Helen (Belliveau) Colson. Dorothy was raised in Springfield, attending local schools including Sacred Heart Grammar School and graduated from Sacred...

Eugene R. Robitaille

Eugene R. Robitaille

Apr 27, 2020

LUDLOW-Eugene R. Robitaille, 88, of Laroche Street in Ludlow passed away peacefully on Monday at Orchard Valley Assisted living in Wilbraham after a brief illness.  Gene was born in Ludlow on May 4, 1931, a son of the late Armand & Marguerite (Dupont) Robitaille. He was raised in Indian Orchard and attended local schools, graduating from Springfield Technical High School. ...

Yeretzgin Armenouhi Vertanesian

Yeretzgin Armenouhi Vertanesian

Apr 24, 2020

Yeretzgin Armenouhi (Katmarian) Vertanesian was called home on April 23rd while living in Hamden, Massachusetts.  She was born in 1926 in Latakia, Syria to parents Stepanos and Zarouhi (Levonian) Katmarian who were survivors of the deportations/genocide of Armenians from Keutahia and Aintab in 1915. She was predeceased by her husband Rev. Arch. Sahag Vertanesian. Armenouhi was a teacher in the...

Louis T. Castonguay

Louis T. Castonguay

Apr 19, 2020

SPRINGFIELD-Louis T. Castonguay, 80, formerly of Springfield passed away on Sunday morning at the Jewish Nursing Home from complications of Covid-19. Louis was born in Springfield on July 12, 1939 the son of the late Louis and Viola (Walczak) Castonguay. He attended local schools in Springfield, graduating from Springfield Classical High School. Louis enlisted in the US Army in 1957,...

Richard Moquin

Richard Moquin

Apr 17, 2020

SPRINGFIELD - Richard Moquin of Springfield passed away peacefully on Friday, April 17, 2020 at Mont Marie in Holyoke. Richard was the  beloved husband of the late Claudia (Flebotte) Moquin. Loving father of Richard F Moquin of Cape Cod and the late Raymond Moquin of Springfield. Grandfather of Brian Moquin, Richard J Moquin, and Gregory Moquin, and Danielle Moquin. A...

William H. Goodnow

William H. Goodnow

Apr 16, 2020

WILBRAHAM-William H. Goodnow, 88, of Seneca Street passed away peacefully on Thursday morning at Lifecare of Wilbraham after a long courageous battle with dementia. Bill was born in Springfield, the son of the late Harold R. and Emma (Wright) Goodnow. He was raised in Springfield and graduated from Springfield Trade School. Bill married the former Therese Roberts on August 11,...

Clifford William Thibeault

Clifford William Thibeault

Apr 11, 2020

THREE RIVERS- Clifford W. Thibeault Sr., 78, of Norbell St. in Three Rivers passed away on Saturday evening from complications of Alzheimer's and Covid-19. Cliff was born in Springfield on October 19, 1941, one of fourteen children to Phillip and Betsey (White) Thibeault. He was raised in Springfield, attending local schools. He proudly served in the Massachusetts National Guard after...

Beverly E. Demers

Beverly E. Demers

Apr 9, 2020

SPRINGFIELD-Beverly E. Demers, 81, of Hawthorn St. in Chicopee and formerly of Palmer, passed away peacefully at her son Duane's home on Thursday, April 9, 2020. Bev was born in Springfield, attending local schools and resided in Springfield most of her life. She was married to Thomas Demers, settling in Springfield to raise their family. She loved quilting, crafting and...

Jeanne Marguerite Millot

Jeanne Marguerite Millot

Apr 9, 2020

SPRINGFIELD-Jeanne Marguerite Millot, 91, of Springfield passed away Thursday, April 9, 2020 at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield from Covid related symptoms. Her beloved husband, Stanley predeceased her on February 27, 2020.  Jeanne was born on November 14, 1928 in Springfield. She was a daughter of Hector and Maria (Dumais) Chouinard. She was a lifelong resident of the city and...

Mary E. Dunlap

Mary E. Dunlap

Apr 5, 2020

SPRINGFIELD-Mary E. (Richard) Dunlap, 71, of Phoenix terrace passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Sunday, April 5, 2020. Mary was born in Ludlow on July 21, 1948, a daughter of the late Lionel and Rita (Boyer) Richard. She was raised and educated in Springfield and attended local schools. Mary worked for K-Mart in the Lay-A-Way Department...

Edward Korovae

Edward Korovae

Mar 27, 2020

SPRINGFIELD- Edward Korovae, 86, a resident of Springfield passed away peacefully on Friday, March 27, 2020 at the Holyoke Soldiers' Home after a short illness. Edward was born in 1933 to Philip and Agnes (Golas) Korovae. Ed was raised in Springfield and was a lifelong resident. He enlisted in the United States Air Force, proudly serving his country in Kansas...

Patricia Ann Wholley

Patricia Ann Wholley

Mar 19, 2020

SPRINGFIELD-Patricia Ann "Patty" Wholley passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, March 19th at her home. She was born in Springfield, a beloved daughter of the late Marguerite (Dowd) and Raymond Wholley. She was  a lifelong resident and attended local schools. Patty was a Bartender at O'Brien's Corner for many years. She enjoyed entertaining for family and friends and was an avid...