Obituaries
Gerald E. Cormier
Sep 25, 2023
ASHBURNHAM - Gerald Emile Cormier, better known as Gerry to friends and family, passed away at the age of 87, on September 25th, 2023. Born on March 6th, 1936 in Gardner, Massachusetts. Although born and raised in Gardner, he moved to Ashburnham where he raised his family. Gerry could light up any crowd whether young or old with his infectious...
Elvia Cyrene (Robertson) Richards
Sep 21, 2023
It is with great sadness our family announces the peaceful passing of “Evie” on September 21, 2023, at home.
Born to Cyrene and Arthur Robertson on the family farm in East Royalty, Prince Edward Island, Canada, Mom was the last surviving Robertson sibling following the passing of her beloved sister, Ada Champion, in 2019. She was fiercely proud of...
Barbara Buckman Towle
Sep 20, 2023
Barbara Buckman TowleFormerly of Westminster, and of Calimesa, CA - Barbara (Hamlett) Buckman Towle - Beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmotherBarbara (Hamlett) Buckman Towle, a longtime resident of Westminster, passed away of natural causes on September 20th, 2023, surrounded by loving family members at her home in Calimesa, CA.The daughter of Vernon Hamlett and Hattie (Temple) Hamlett, she was born...
Kuniko Belansky
Sep 19, 2023
It is with a profound sadness that we announce the passing of Kuniko Belansky known as “Cookie” age 86, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Sept 19, 2023 at Keystone Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Leominster. She was born in Tokyo Japan on June 23, 1937.
Her life was so beautifully lived and deserves to be beautifully remembered....
Anne T. Allain
Sep 18, 2023
Anne T. (Scandale) Allain, 95, quietly left this world September 18, 2023 after a long period of failing health, with her family by her side. She was born in Newton, MA on February 20, 1928, a daughter of the late Thomaso and Theresa (Manarino) Scandale, and had been a Leominster resident since 1950.
The wife of the late Hernie “Harold”...
Stan V "Stan the Man" Skamarycz
Sep 18, 2023
Westminster-Stanley V. Skamarycz 95 aka Stan the man
Stanley was born on June 15, 1928, in Gardner, the first son of the late Wincenty J. and Josephine (Plona) Skamarycz. He graduated from Gardner High School in 1946. A short time later he enlisted in the U.S. Army. He served in Italy with the 88 Infantry Division and the Trieste Garrison....
Lilianne Babineau
Sep 18, 2023
Lilianne McGrath Babineau, age 91, of Groton formerly of Leominster, beloved wife, and mother, passed away in the early hours of September 18, 2023.
Lilianne was born November 4,1931 in St Isadore, New Brunswick Canada. She immigrated to the US as a young woman in the 1960s looking for a brighter future and met her husband Napoleon in Gardner, Massachusetts.
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Dorothy LaFortune
Sep 14, 2023
It is with heavy heart that I tell friends and family that my mom passed away peacefully Thursday evening. She was 91 and led a full life. She was pre-deceased by her husband, Bernard LaFortune. She leaves her only daughter Deb and Son-in- Kevin Morse of Marstons Mills, MA, her three granddaughters, Sarah Walker and her husband Alex of Gardner,...
Gloria Jane Fournier
Sep 12, 2023
GARDNER - Gloria Jane (Cormier, Mills) Fournier, died on September 12, 2023, in Wachusett Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, Gardner.She was born March 21, 1934, in Gardner, the daughter of the late Hector and Laura (Bettey) Cormier.Gloria attended Holy Rosary School up to fourth grade, then the Franco-American Orphanage in Lowell, from 1943 to 1949, and Gardner High School in 1949...
April Custeau
Sep 12, 2023
April Custeau, a radiant beacon of love and joy, born on April 16th, 1990 in Gardner, MA, passed away on September 12th, 2023. Her life was a testament to the power of love, the strength of the human spirit. April embodied this sentiment perfectly, touching the hearts of those who had the privilege to know her.April was a 2008 graduate...
Robert F. Young
Sep 11, 2023
In Loving Memory of Robert (Bob) F. Young: A Lifelong Legacy of Service, Passion, and Dedication
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Robert (Bob) F. Young, a true pillar of the Ashburnham community. Bob departed from this world on September 11th, 2023 leaving behind a legacy of service, dedication, and unwavering commitment to the...
Sandra LeBlanc-Cosentino
Sep 10, 2023
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Sandra LeBlanc-Cosentino, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, who left us on September 10, 2023. Born on February 19, 1949, in Gardner, Massachusetts, Sandra was a cherished beacon of warmth and resilience.Sandra was a vibrant soul who spent over three decades serving smiles along with meals at Olsen's...
Melina M. Stone
Sep 6, 2023
It is with tender hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Melina M. Stone. Born on March 23, 1921, in Ste Marie DeKent, N.B. Canada, Melina's journey of 102 vibrant years was filled with laughter, love, and a humble spirit that touched everyone she met. She was a loving mother, a devoted grandmother, a spirited great-grandmother, and a...
Jerry Carroll Descoteaux
Sep 5, 2023
Jerry Carroll Descoteaux, born June 22, 1953, in Biddeford, ME, USA, was a beacon of light in our lives, whose spirit will forever reflect in the hearts of those who loved him. An ambitious soul, Jerry was a devoted husband, a loving father, a cherished brother, and a doting grandfather. His dedication was evident in every aspect of his life,...
William J. Metevia
Sep 3, 2023
William Joseph Metevia, known to everyone as Bill, was born on November 16, 1942, in Bay City, Michigan. He departed from us on September 3, 2023, leaving a legacy of dedication, hard work, love of family, friends, and animals.
William was a graduate of Penn State University, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, and Michigan Technological University. He dedicated his career to...
William D. Gage
Sep 3, 2023
William Douglas Gage, known affectionately to many as Bill, passed away surrounded by family on September 3, 2023 of a rare cancer. Born on March 3, 1970, Bill grew up in Lowell, MA and spent 53 years gracing the lives of those around him with his generous spirit, loving heart, and humble demeanor. He was a pillar of strength and...
Christina M. Kaeding
Sep 2, 2023
Christina Mary Kaeding, known affectionately as Chris Mary, was a beacon of compassion and generosity, whose creative spirit brought warmth and joy to those around her. Born on December 22, 1946, in Michigan City, IN, Chris Mary lived a vibrant life defined by love, creativity, and an unwavering dedication to her family. She passed away on September 2, 2023, leaving...
Richard F. Januszkiewicz
Aug 26, 2023
GARDNER - Richard F. Januszkiewicz, of Gardner, died, on Saturday, August 26, 2023, in Heywood Hospital.
Richard was born in Gardner on January 12, 1935, the son of the late Frank and Sophie (Astromowicz) Januszkiewicz.
Richard met his future wife, Patricia Barbiere, who was a staff member at the Smithsonian Institution Astrophysical Observatory in Cambridge Massachusetts, and married in November...
William C. Beck Jr.
Aug 25, 2023
It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of William Carl Beck Jr., affectionately known as Bill, on August 25, 2023. Born in Boston, MA, Bill lived an extraordinary life filled with love, kindness, and remarkable achievements.
Bill is survived by his wife, Yong Hui (Kim) Beck, two sons, Gerald Beck, and his wife Judith...
Joyce Austin Lafontaine
Aug 23, 2023
Joyce Austin Lafontaine, 89, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday August 23, 2023. Joyce was predeceased by her husband, Raymond Lafontaine, sister, Sandra Austin and brother Robert.She leaves daughters, Susan Markow, Lyn Burke and Katie Mellecker along with 8 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Born to parents Thad and Delva Austin in Maine she was raised in Athol and attend nursing...
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