Obituaries
Delores Gilbertson Wierman
Feb 6, 2025
Delores Wierman, affectionately known as Dee, was a feather of light in the lives of everyone she knew. Born on June 10, 1931, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, her journey of life led her to touch many hearts before her departure on February 6, 2025. A courageous woman, she left her home state at the tender age of 19 to experience the...
Constance Jean Lucier
Mar 21, 2025
Lucier, Constance Jean Burdett/Hall aged 96, passed away at home on March 21, 2025 at home. Born September 24, 1928 she was a daughter of the late Waldo and Arvilla (Clark) Burdett. She had many fond memories of her childhood years growing up in Petersham, MA where she graduated from high school in 1946. After her marriage to Milton E....
Annie Marcoux
Mar 20, 2025
Annie Marcoux, passed away on March 20, 2025, just shy of her 89th birthday.
Born in, France, on March 23, 1936, Annie moved to Massachusetts, in 1964, where she would live the majority of her life. It was in Leominster where Annie would make her mark as a beloved teacher at both Leominster High School and Julie Country Day School.
Her commitment...
Sonja L. Plummer
Mar 17, 2025
Sonja L. (Partridge) Plummer passed away at home on March 17, 2025 following a long illness. Sonja was born August 3rd, 1959 in Winchendon, MA, and will be remembered for her resilience, generosity, and intelligence. Sonja's life was a testament to the strength and beauty that can be found in every day, even in the face of adversity. Her unwavering...
Lyle G. Morgenstern
Mar 14, 2025
Lyle G. Morgenstern, 72, passed away on March 14th, 2025, at the Gardner Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. He was born on February 21st, 1953, in Warren, Ohio and moved to Gardner in 1964. He graduated from Gardner High School in 1972. He was formerly employed by Harrington Richardson (now H&R 1871).
Lyle is predeceased by his parents, Howard and Leona Morgenstern...
William Vincent Catelotti
Mar 12, 2025
William Vincent Catelotti, fondly known as Bill to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2025. Born in Springfield, Massachusetts, on July 25, 1950, Bill was a dedicated and reliable individual who brought joy and laughter with his witty sense of humor. He was an ambitious man, always ready to lend a hand and bring about positive...
John J. Jasins Jr.
Mar 9, 2025
John J. Jasins Jr. of Athol Massachusetts passed away in early March 2025. Born February 19, 1937, John excelled as an athlete, with a focus on baseball. He went on to play baseball at Notre Dame and then at Boston University. We worked at New England Electric, the predecessor of National Grid, for multiple decades where he was a dedicated...
John Britt
Mar 6, 2025
John Britt, born on January 24, 1929, in Oil City, Pennsylvania, was a man with a warm heart, and great generous nature. An aficionado of old westerns, he could often be found enjoying a classic John Wayne movie. A favorite past time was going out to get fast food to enjoy. He liked puttering around the house with his son...
Merl D. Newton
Mar 6, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Merl D. Newton, age 91, after a period of declining health. Members of his family were at his side.
Merl was the son of the late Fay H. and Rieta B. Newton. Born in the City of Gardner, MA., he attended Gardner Public Schools and graduated from Gardner High...
Jeanette R. LeBlanc
Mar 5, 2025
Jeanette R. LeBlanc, aged 94, of Gardner, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2025. Born on August 26, 1930, in Gardner, MA, to Alban and Margerite Cormier, she was a lifelong resident of the city she loved.
Jeanette was a dedicated homemaker who took great pride in caring for her family and her home. It was this humble dedication and...
Patricia Ann Whelpley
Mar 5, 2025
Patricia Ann Whelpley, affectionately known as Nan, was a beacon of warmth and care who gracefully touched the lives of many. Born on January 24, 1947, in Athol, MA, Patricia embodied compassion, generosity, and thoughtfulness throughout her life journey.
Patricia's life was a testament to her loving nature and dedication to family. She was married 59 years to her devoted husband,...
Clairette Karen Summers
Mar 5, 2025
Clairette Summers, born October 9, 1941, was a woman of ceaseless compassion and unparalleled resilience. Born in Baghdad, Iraq, and later making her home in Athol, Massachusetts, she cast a luminous light on every life she touched. A true testament to the power of unyielding love, Clairette devoted her life to the care of others, working tirelessly as a Licensed...
Elaine Edwards Rodecki
Mar 4, 2025
Elaine Edwards Rodecki, 93, of Gardner, passed away on March 4 at UMass Medical Center in Worcester, after a brief illness contributed to previous underlying health conditions. She was surrounded by loved ones when she passed.
Elaine is survived by her daughter Karen Rodecki of Long Beach, CA; her grandson Jacob Dickinson and his wife Jacqui, and her great-grandchildren Eloise and...
Robert Howden
Mar 3, 2025
Robert "Rob" Howden passed away on March 3, 2025, in Fitchburg, Massachusetts. Born on March 7, 1973, in Sharon Connecticut, Rob brought warmth and laughter to those around him throughout his life.Rob was known for his caring nature, strength, and sense of humor. He had a remarkable ability to bring joy to others, often cracking jokes and lifting spirits. His...
David Wyllie III, PhD
Mar 2, 2025
David Wyllie III, PhD
November 30, 1933 – March 2, 2025
“An honest man here lies at rest / The friend of man, the friend of truth; / The friend of age, and guide of youth.” – Robert Burns
David “Dave” Wyllie passed away peacefully on March 2. Fittingly born on St. Andrew’s Day in 1933 to David Wyllie and Iris (DeLisle) Wyllie,...
Rose M. Hanmore
Feb 24, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Rose Mary Hanmore, on February 24, 2025.
Born in London, UK on March 30, 1942, Rose and Alan later made Keene, New Hampshire her home, They lived a life full of adventure, laughter, and love. Rose was a woman of strength, determination, and resilience, who faced life’s challenges with an...
Lawrence J. Martowski
Feb 21, 2025
Lawrence J. Martowski, age 77, of Fitchburg, MA, passed away February 21, 2025.
There will be no services at this time.
Mack Family Funeral Home, Athol-Orange Chapel, 110 New Athol Rd., Orange is assisting with Lawrence's arrangements.
Norman J. Robichaud
Feb 21, 2025
It is with great sadness and loving remembrance that the family of Norman J. Robichaud announce his passing on February 21, 2025. Norman was born in the tranquil town of St. Anthony, New Brunswick, Canada on December 17, 1938. He was 86 at the time of his passing. He was the son of the late Alfred and Amanda Robichaud also...
Robert James Coles
Feb 20, 2025
Robert James Coles, 78, of Gardner, MA slipped to the heavens Thursday morning, February 20th, 2025. Bob was born in Hackensack, NJ, on September 10,1946. 1st son of the late Steve Coles and Dorothy (Barr) Coles.
He graduated from Ramsey High School in 1964 where he excelled in art and track & field. After graduation, he worked with his father at...
Betty I. Woodbury
Feb 20, 2025
Betty I. (Towel) Woodbury passed away on February 20, 2025, at Athol Memorial Hospital, where she had been born on January 17, 1931. She was 94 years old.
Betty grew up in Athol and attended Athol Schools graduating from Athol High School in 1949. Betty married Kenneth H. Woodbury and in 1952 moved into the house they built in Royalston, where...
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