Obituaries
Dorith Washington
Nov 11, 2024
Dorith Washington, age 96, of Fitchburg, Massachusetts, passed away on November 11, 2024 after a short illness. Dorith was born on December 05, 1927, in Vienna, Austria, to the late Johann and Katarina Novak. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, who brought joy and warmth to all those who knew her.
Dorith leaves behind her beloved husband Frederick, one...
Joseph G. Bastarache
Nov 11, 2024
Joseph G. Bastarache, 92 a dedicated and humble man of Gardner, passed away on Monday, November 11, 2024.
Joseph was born in Gardner, on January 28, 1932, Joseph lived a full and reliable life in the town he called home. Joseph served in the U.S. Army from 1956 to 1958.
His commitment to his community was evident in everything he did, from...
Justin R. Brailey
Nov 7, 2024
Justin Robert Brailey, 42, of Phillipston passed peacefully on Nov. 7, 2024.
Justin loved music, video games and movies. Justin loved everyone that he met and they loved him just as much.
Justin leaves behind his mother and step-father Tina and Mike Doyle, stepbrother Andrew Doyle of Athol, Grandfather Richard Cooley of Petersham, Uncles Dana Cooley his wife Diana, Leslie Cooley and...
Linda K. Blake
Nov 4, 2024
Linda Blake, 73, of Otter River MA, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2024. Born March 1, 1951, Linda was the daughter of Lester and Kathleen (“Kay”) Blake of Gardner.
Linda attended Gardner Public Schools, graduating from Gardner High in 1969. She earned a Bachelor’s Degree with honors from Fitchburg State College in 1973. Linda’s career was mainly in manufacturing, including...
Beverly J. Theroux
Nov 4, 2024
Beverly J. Theroux, age 90, born January 1, 1934 the daughter of Regina (Savoy) and James Walsh.
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved matriarch, Beverly J. Theroux, at the age of 90, on November 4, 2024. It’s my honor and privilege as her granddaughter to share these memories of a woman well-loved.
Whether you knew her as Bev,...
John A. Smith
Nov 3, 2024
It is with deep sorrow, we announce that John A. Smith, 83, known to many as "Smitty," of Templeton, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2024. John was born in Fitchburg, MA on July 11, 1941, to the late Francis and Henrietta (Hetnik) Smith.
John was a devoted husband to his wife of 61 years, Stella A. (Matusewicz) Smith, of...
Olga Patterson
Oct 31, 2024
Our dear mother Olga Vítová Patterson passed away on October 31, 2024, at the age of 97.
Olga was born in the Czech Republic and immigrated to the United States in 1958. She was a wonderful mother who was always there when we needed her the most, offering support, wisdom, and love in abundance. A friend to many, she was a...
Helen M. Debasitis
Oct 31, 2024
Helen Marion (Halfrey) Debasitis, born in Gardner, on the 9th of April, 1929, passed away on the 31st of October, 2024. She was raised in Hubbardston with fond memories of her grandparents, John and Mary Halfrey. A beloved mother, sister, and friend, Helen remained in the town of her birth throughout her life, becoming a cherished part of its fabric....
Trisha Develis
Oct 31, 2024
Trisha Ann (Suggs) DeVelis Age 60, passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus her Savior and was met by the love of her life Anthony R. DeVelis, on October 31, 2024, surrounded by her family.
Trisha was the loving wife to Anthony R. DeVelis with whom she would have celebrated their 39th anniversary on October 26, 2024; she was the loving...
Myrtle L. Walker
Oct 30, 2024
Myrtle Laura Walker, 99, died Wednesday October 30, 2024, at her home in Gardner. She was born in Hubbardston on March 15, 1925, daughter of the late Charles E. and Agnes (O'Donnell) Mayo. Myrtle graduated from Athol High School and Heywood Hospital School of Nursing. She worked as a Registered Nurse at Burbank Hospital and the Fitchburg VNA. She was...
Walter E. Sussbauer
Oct 29, 2024
With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Walter E. Sussbauer, beloved husband of Lucille M. Therrien, father, grandfather, and dedicated community member of Ashburnham, who left us on October 29, 2024, at the age of 77. Born in Fitchburg, MA, on December 1, 1946, to Vieno and John Sussbauer, Walter was a lifelong resident of Ashburnham, Massachusetts. A man...
Marjorie A. Leach
Oct 28, 2024
Marjorie A (Holden) Leach passed away peacefully on October 28, 2024, in her lifelong hometown of Lancaster, Massachusetts. Born to Ivan and Marjorie Holden, Marjorie was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend whose warmth, strength, and kindness touched the lives of many.
Marjorie is survived by her devoted husband, Robert Leach Sr., with whom she shared...
Vincent "Bill" J. Purple
Oct 26, 2024
What can you say about a man who was larger than life? Someone with twinkling blue eyes who made friends everywhere throughout his 100 years? Someone who greeted everyone with a smile and shared his wisdom and stories. Bill Purple lived life to the fullest and brought joy to all those who knew him.
Bill passed away peacefully in his home...
Elodie Marie Maillet
Oct 22, 2024
LEOMINSTER – Elodie M Maillet, of Leominster, died at home on Tuesday October 22, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Canada, on May 14, 1932, the daughter of the late Placide Gallant and the late Delia (Vautour) Gallant. She moved to Leominster from Canada in 1960. Elodie worked many years at Cluett & Sons and retired...
Richard R. Knight
Oct 21, 2024
Richard R. Knight, 85, of Baldwinville passed away Monday, October 21, 2024 at his home. An avid sportsman, Richard enjoyed hunting, fishing, and found peace in his daily walks. His greatest joy was sharing his knowledge and love of the outdoors with his family treasuring the time spent together. He lived by Yeats’ quote; there are no strangers here only...
Sherry A Bailey
Oct 20, 2024
Sherry A. Bailey, born on March 10, 1964, in Fitchburg. MA. Sherry was the heart of her family, and her spirit touched every person and creature she encountered. She was a beloved daughter, and a timeless friend. Sherry's love for life, animals, and the people around her was so profound it was as though she had a family in every...
Epifania Rivera
Oct 19, 2024
It is a mix of sorrow and celebration that we share the passing of our vibrant matriarch Epifania Rivera, affectionately known as Fanny, Mama, and Mama Coco. Born on February 6, 1948, in Toa Alta, Puerto Rico, Epifania was a woman whose charisma was as captivating as her spirit was strong, making every moment count. As Maya Angelou once said,...
Sandra Jane Bolger
Oct 18, 2024
Sandra Jane Bolger, affectionately known as Nana, died peacefully on Friday, October 18th at Baystate Wing Hospital in Palmer, just 5 days shy of her 90th birthday. A 60-year resident of Barre, Sandra moved to Cedarbrook Village in Ware in 2022.
Sandra married the late Joseph E. Bolger on Nov 22, 1956. Together, they had 4 children and 9 grandchildren: Tracey...
Paul Albert Germain
Oct 18, 2024
Paul A Germain, 81, formerly of Worcester, passed away in his home on in Largo Florida on October 18, 2024, after a short battle with cancer with his loving wife, Nancy, by his side. He was born in Worcester to the late Lawrence and Mary Germain. In 1960, he joined the Marine Corp and was honorably discharged in 1964. He...
David J. DesBois
Oct 15, 2024
David Joseph DesBois (67) of Baldwinville, Ma., formerly born and raised in Gardner, Ma., passed away suddenly on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at his beautiful home, which he designed and built with his wife just over 36 years prior. The house was built on land passed on to him by his family. He was surrounded by two of his sons,...
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