Obituaries
Mary A. Harris
Jun 10, 2024
Mary Ann Harris, an adventurous and loving spirit, passed away on June 10, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of resilience and thoughtfulness that touched the lives of all who knew her. Born in Chelsea, MA on May 24, 1952, Mary was the embodiment of vitality, infusing every moment with joy and a sense of purpose. Throughout her life, she embraced...
Arthur Edward Shaw
Jun 1, 2024
Arthur Edward Shaw, son of Charles Newton and Lalna (Haimila) Shaw, died peacefully on June 1, 2024, at the age of 83.
He was the beloved husband of Dawn for 58 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his son, Nathan Shaw and Angela Tucker; his daughters, Emily Ouellet and husband Claude of Gardner MA, and Sara Albert and her husband...
Doris Caouette
May 30, 2024
Doris E. (Greene) Caouette passed away peacefully on May 30, 2024 in her home surrounded by her family in the home she’s overseen for 87 years in the center of Ashburnham. Doris was born June 8, 1934 in Fitchburg to Ralph Henry Allen Greene and Esther (Lashua) Greene. Doris loved being surrounded by her family, her extended family and friends...
Loretta M. Clough
May 28, 2024
It is with fond remembrance and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Loretta M. Clough, born on May 23, 1943, in Montague, Massachusetts. The sunset on her life journey on May 28, 2024, leaves a radiant legacy that will continue to glow in the hearts of all who knew her. Loretta was a remarkable woman, a beacon of...
Charles L. Mitchell
May 28, 2024
With peaceful hearts our family announces the passing of Charles Mitchell on May 28, 2024. Charles was born on December 13, 1942, in Montague, MA. A resilient figure, Charles was known for his loving nature and his thoughtful actions that always put others before himself. He resided in Athol, MA, at the time of his passing. Charles was an employee at the...
Catherine A Lugbauer
May 26, 2024
Catherine Anne Lugbauer, 76, peacefully passed away on May 26, 2024, at Holy Family Hospital in Methuen, Mass. Cathy was born on Dec. 4, 1947, in Gardner, Mass., to Carl and Anne Lugbauer. She resided in Salem, NH, for the past 23 years with her sister Christine Stewart. Other siblings are Peter Lugbauer of East Islip, NY, and Frances Mueller of...
Jessica Mae Swenor
May 26, 2024
Jessica Mae Swenor, 43, of Winchendon MA, previously of Worcester, MA, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on May 26th after a prolonged illness.She is survived by her mother, Sandra (McKenney) McKeon, and her husband Daniel of Winchendon, MA, her father, Clay Swenor and his wife Janice of Westminster, MA, her sister, Kerri (Swenor) Jones and her...
Dorothy Claire Tracy
May 25, 2024
Dorothy Claire (Pearce) Tracy, 95, passed away peacefully on May 25th 2024 surrounded by family.Born in Wrentham, MA on August 9, 1928 to John and Elizabeth (Picinich) Pearce, Dorothy was raised in Quincy, MA, attended Quincy High School, and got her nursing degree at Quincy City Hospital. There, she met the late Dr. Thomas H. Tracy during his residency, and...
Domenic C. Bianchin Jr.
May 23, 2024
Domenic C. Bianchin, Jr. died Thursday, May 23, 2024, at UMass Medical Center in Worcester.
He was born in Fitchburg, on September 29, 1947, a son of the late Domenic C and Christine, (Fallavollito) Bianchin, Jr. He served in the USMC, as a Seargent during the Vietnam War and served in the USMC Reserves for many years.
He was a member of...
Doreen L. Croteau
May 22, 2024
It is with a cheeky grin and a tap of the dancing shoe that we celebrate the life of Doreen Louise "Do" Croteau. Born on July 7, 1956, in Gardner, MA, Doreen graced the world with her creative spirit and her sense of humor. From her birthplace to her residence in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, and other previous pit stops in Templeton...
Adele Bockus
May 20, 2024
On Monday, May 20, at the age of 102, Adele Bockus joined her husband, Dick, on heaven’s great golf course.
Adele was born in Gardner, Massachusetts, the daughter of the late John and Josephine Lesneski, and one of 12 children from a blended family. Known as the “Queen of the Court,” she started playing tennis in high school with her...
Gary Hursey
May 20, 2024
With a heavy heart, we share the news that Gary Hursey, born in Gardner, MA on April 15, 1959, passed away on May 20, 2024. A soul full of life, and a heart full of love, Gary was a beacon of joy and compassion, whose spirit radiated warmth that touched everyone he met. A dedicated truck driver for the City...
Marie Christine Goguen
May 19, 2024
We mournfully announce the loss of Marie Christine Goguen, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend who passed away peacefully on the 19th of May, 2024. Born on the 4th of January, 1937 in Holyoke, Massachusetts, Marie was a beacon of love and compassion to all who knew her. She spent her life in service of others, first as a...
Lawrence M. Foster
May 17, 2024
Larry(Lawrence) M. Foster, born on November 3, 1957, passed away on May 17, 2024. Larry was a lifelong resident of Massachusetts, going to a 2-room schoolhouse in Wendell and later moving to Orange and Gardner.Larry is survived by his mother Rita Perkins of Gardner, MA.; his father and stepmother- Lenny and Donna Foster of Orange, MA.; his sister and brother-in-law-...
Sr. Maria Manzano
May 17, 2024
Sr. Maria Manzano, age 92, Benedictine nun of St. Scholastica Priory, Petersham, Massachusetts, passed away at the priory after a short illness on May 17, 2024, a few weeks short of her 93nd birthday. Born on June 4, 1931, in Merida, Mexico, Sr. Maria spent her life caring for others prior to entering the monastery.Beginning in 1966 until she entered...
Roger D Chicoine
May 16, 2024
It is with both sorrow and a profound sense of joy that we remember the life of Roger D. Chicoine, who passed on May 16, 2024Roger was a 20 year Army Veteran serving as Military Police in World War 2 Germany. He was signed in on" August 14, 1945, (" VJDay as a Lover.") He served during the Korean War, and...
Joseph M. Tourville
May 16, 2024
With a twinkle in his eye and an eternally mischievous grin, Joseph Michael Tourville, fondly known as Joe, embarked on his final journey on May 16, 2024. Born on December 28, 1960, in Marlborough, MA, he graced the world with his charismatic presence for 63 unforgettable years. To say Joseph was a dedicated line mechanic would be like saying Superman...
Paul F. Buckley
May 15, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Paul Francis Buckley, born on July 7, 1936 in Athol Massachusetts.Paul was a chef by trade and spent his career working in a variety of restaurants and nursing homes in the Worcester County area. He Retired in 2019 from Ciao Bella’s in Worcester after dedicating several decades to his...
Richard D. Thibeault Sr.
May 15, 2024
With a twinkle in his eye and a mischievous grin, Richard "Dick" Thibeault, born on June 27, 1940, in Athol, MA, approached life with a spirit that was as adventurous as it was resilient. He was a witty and loving force of nature with a heart as vast as the lakes he enjoyed fishing. On May 15, 2024, this larger-than-life...
Cecelia A. Grincewicz
May 14, 2024
With profound respect and heartfelt memories, we commemorate the life of Cecelia A. Grincewicz, affectionately known as “Chickie”, who was born on February 21, 1929, in Gardner, Massachusetts. Cecelia passed away on May 14, 2024 at the age of 95. She was a generous, kind hearted, remarkable woman whose witty charm brought joy and laughter wherever she went.Cecelia's career as...
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