Tributes

SPRINGFIELD-Patrick J. Levesque, 31, of Sumner Avenue passed away on Sunday, November 17, 2019 at home. Patrick’s death was unexpected and has ripped a hole in the center of our tight knit family.  It is impossible to capture a person in simple words, but Patrick's favorite phrase was "Whatever you need". He was the first to offer help to his family and friends, and always had a bag of tools at the ready. Patrick had a loving family that he always made laugh with his...

LUDLOW-Carol Naomi Palmer, 96, of Stivens Terrace in Ludlow passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday evening with her family surrounding her. Carol was born in Bensalem, Pennsylvania on Christmas Eve of 1922, a daughter to Park and Ethel (Wilgus) Dilks.  She was raised in Bensalem, attending a one room schoolhouse her entire academic career. Carol moved to Massachusetts in 1946 after marring Robert Palmer, settling in Indian Orchard near his family where they began their family....

AGAWAM-Lawrence S. “Larry” Dominick, 76, of Heritage Woods passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 3, 2019 at Baystate Medical Center. Larry was born in Springfield on June 16, 1943, a son of the late Arthur S. and Florence E. (Bongiovanni) Dominick. He was raised and educated in Indian Orchard, attending local schools and graduated from Springfield Trade High School. He enlisted in the United States Coast Guard in 1961, proudly serving as a Seaman 1st Class aboard the Coast...

LUDLOW-Glenn R. Palmer, 68, of Stivens Terrace passed away following complications from heart surgery on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019 at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield.  He was born in Springfield on July 16, 1951 the son of Carol Palmer of Ludlow and the late Robert Palmer.  He was raised and educated in Springfield and graduated from Springfield Technical High School.  He furthered his education and attended Western New England College.  Glenn worked as a Driver...

HADLEY-Kenneth C. Ballard, 83, formerly of Springfield passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday evening at Elaine Center at Hadley. Ken was born in Springfield on October 16, 1936, to the late Archie & Gladys Ballard. He was raised and educated in Springfield, attending local schools and graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Philosophy. Ken was the owner of the former St. John’s School of Business in West Springfield and also worked for many years with...

SPRINGFIELD-Beverly Jean Ellard, 84, of Page Blvd passed away peacefully on Friday, October 18, 2019 at home surrounded by family. She was born in Springfield on July 19, 1935, a daughter of the late Warren and Gertrude (Cooley) Hastings. A lifelong resident of the city, she was educated in local schools. She married Clifford Ellard and they began their family. Beverly enjoyed spending time with her family, especially going out to eat. She cherished her time with her best pal, her daughter...

SPRINGFIELD-Janet I. Eldredge, 75, of Pheland Street in Springfield passed away peacefully on Thursday morning at Mercy Hospital surrounded by her family. Janet was born in Ludlow on August 18, 1944. She was educated in local schools. She married Allan V. Eldredge Sr., settling in Springfield they began their lives and family together. She worked as a cashier for Mass Mutual for many years prior to her retirement. Janet enjoyed playing cards, coin collecting, going to the movies and the...

INDIAN ORCHARD - Jane S. Belleville, 74, of Milton Street in the Orchard passed away on Monday, September 23, 2019, in Springfield with her family at her side.  Jane was born in Ludlow on July 11, 1945, daughter to the late Louis J. Dobek, Sr. and Anna H. (Harasik) Dobek. She was a graduate of Cathedral High School.  At the age of 13, Jane met Richard Belleville, they courted and were married fifty years ago this week, on September 27, 1969 at St. Aloysius Church. Jane and Richard...

CHICOPEE-Floyd E. Goyer, 89, of Chicopee passed away on Thursday morning at BSMC in Springfield, after a brief illness. Floyd was born in Troy, New York on April 11, 1930 the son of the late George and Birdie Mae (Saunders) Goyer. He was raised and educated in Troy, attending local schools. He enlisted in the US Army and served from 1952 to 1954, receiving the National Defense Service Medal and the Occupation of Germany Medal. He returned home in 1954, settling in Massachusetts. He worked...

MONTGOMERY ~ Paul R. Koutruba, 71, passed away on September 18, 2019. He grew up in Indian Orchard and lived in Montgomery for many years. Paul was a proud Vietnam Veteran, beloved Father, world traveler, sports fan, skier, and bird watcher. He worked for the United States Postal Service in the Springfield area for years and flew helicopters in Ellington, CT after returning from service. Paul lived his life fully and accomplished everything he set his mind to. Paul leaves his daughter Nora...