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James A. Arcangeli

James A. Arcangeli

Dec 26, 2022

James A. Arcangeli,82, passed away peacefully after a long, and courageous battle with cancer, on Monday, December 26, 2022, at Gardner Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, Gardner.

He was born in Fitchburg on November 20, 1940, a son of the late Albert Arcangeli and Marie (Robillard) Arcangeli.

Jimmy grew up in Westminster and graduated from Notre Dame Academy in Fitchburg.  He...

Ronald D. Harrington

Ronald D. Harrington

Dec 25, 2022

 

Gardner-Ronald D. Harrington, 79 died Sunday, December 25, 2022, at the Wachusett Manor in Gardner after an illness. 

He leaves his wife Kyong (Yim) Harrington; two sons, Robert Harrington of Gardner, and Scott Harrington and his wife Sue of Cleveland, OH; two grandchildren, Tristan Harrington and Lyana Harrington of OH; two brothers, Lance Harrington, and Jeff Harrington both of...

Eleanor Hanson

Eleanor Hanson

Dec 24, 2022

Templeton, MA, and formerly of Biddeford, ME, Eleanor (Springer) Hanson, 86, died Saturday, December 24, 2022, at Wachusett Manor in Gardner after an illness. 

She was the wife of the late Robert Brooks and later by the late Harold Hanson . 

Eleanor leaves four children, Vance Brooks and his wife, Kelly of Biddeford, ME, Adelina Esquerra and her husband Chris...

Dean W Johnson

Dean W Johnson

Dec 24, 2022

Westminster - Dean W. Johnson, 67, passed into the loving arms of Jesus on Saturday, December 24, 2022, at Leominster Hospital after a brief illness. He leaves his devoted wife Debra L. (Morris) Johnson with whom he celebrated their 44th anniversary on November 24th. He leaves two sons, Nathaniel D. Johnson and his wife Kristan of Westminster, and Benjamin D....

Ely J. Gemborys

Ely J. Gemborys

Dec 23, 2022

Ely Gemborys, 41, beloved son, parent, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on December 23rd, 2022, after a courageous battle with a lifelong illness. He was born on March 24th, 1981, in Gardner, Massachusetts, to Brian Gemborys and Cynthia Brown.

He attended Quabbin Regional High School in Barre and went on to enjoy a 25-year career as a multi-skilled tradesman....

Konstanty E. Safka

Konstanty E. Safka

Dec 23, 2022

Gardner – Konstanty (Konny) Safka, 90, died on Friday, December 23,2022, following a lengthy illness.

Konstanty was born on December 24, 1931, to Konstanty and Aniela (Osnowczyk) Safka. He was raised in Gardner alongside his beloved brother Anthony and graduated from Gardner High School in 1949. He continued his education at Becker Junior College, followed by Boston University where he...

Frederick B Doucette

Frederick B Doucette

Dec 23, 2022

Frederick B. Doucette passed away peacefully, surrounded by family in his home, on the morning of December 23rd, 2022. He was 88 years old. Fred is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years, Ellie Doucette, and their 3 children, son Michael Doucette of Lunenburg, MA, daughter Deborah Brachel and husband Robert of Lunenburg, MA, and Daughter Sue Cullinane and...

Colette Heilman

Colette Heilman

Dec 22, 2022

 

Gardner-Colette JeAn (McClintock) Heilman, 90, died Thursday, December 22, 2022, at Bay State Medical Center in Springfield after an illness. 

She was the wife of the late Wade Heilman who died in 2008.

She leaves one son, Wade Heilman of Derry, NH; one, daughter, Heather E. Tetreault of Gardner; and two grandsons, Gryphon Heilman-Tetreault and Rowan Heilman-Tetreault of Gardner. 

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Mary P Ware

Mary P Ware

Dec 21, 2022

 

GARDNER- Mary P. Ware, 95, formerly of Athol, MA, passed away peacefully on Wednesday morning, December 21, 2022, at Wachusett Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Gardner, MA.  

She was born on October 10, 1927, in Leominster, MA, the daughter of Augusto and Aldina (Saudelli) Palazzi.  She graduated from Leominster High School in 1945 and attended Stevens Business School in...

Carol A. Cormier

Carol A. Cormier

Dec 21, 2022

GARDNER - Carol A. Cormier,62, died Wednesday, December 21, 2022, at home surrounded by her loving family.  

She was born in Gardner on April 11, 1960, a daughter of the late Alfred Richard and Gloria (Landry) Richard.

Carol grew up in Gardner and graduated from Gardner High School with the class of 1978.  Carol owned and operated Gardner Travel...

Michelle M. Gavin

Michelle M. Gavin

Dec 19, 2022

TEMPLETON - Michelle Marie (Colson) Gavin, 53, died Monday, December 19, 2022, at Heywood Hospital, Gardner.She was born in Leominster on November 4, 1969, a daughter of  Francis Colson, Jr. and Charlette (Nadasky) Carey. Michelle grew up in Leominster and graduated from Leominster High School with the class of 1987.  She worked as a bank teller but her love was...

Robert J. Maki

Robert J. Maki

Dec 18, 2022

GARDNER - Robert J. Maki, 71, of Gardner died Sunday, December 18, 2022, at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, MA.He was born in Fitchburg on December 4, 1951, a son of the late Toivo Maki and Anna (Kuriger) Maki.Robert grew up in Fitchburg and graduated from Fitchburg High School. He received his Bachelor's Degree in Education from Fitchburg State College. Bob worked at...

Julianne Marcotte

Julianne Marcotte

Dec 16, 2022

 

ORANGE- Julianne "Julie" Marcotte, 85 passed away peacefully in her sleep on December 16, 2022, after a short battle with pancreatic cancer. Born in Athol, on September 19, 1937. She attended Athol Schools. She worked in many retail stores; Grants Department Store, 5 + Dime, and Giant Store before going to L.S. Starretts and retiring as a supervisor. She loved...

Jesse R. Kruk

Jesse R. Kruk

Dec 14, 2022

 

Worcester- Jesse Ray Kruk,41, died Wednesday, December 14, 2022 at Harrington Healthcare in Webster, MA.   He was born in Gardner, MA on February 20, 1981, a son of Kenneth and Betty Kruk.   Jesse worked as a roofer and did construction.   His interests included spending time with his family and friends.   Jesse fought a battle with addiction for...

Ruth E. Langlais

Ruth E. Langlais

Dec 14, 2022

BALDWINVILLE - Ruth E. (Malonson) Langlais,93, died Wednesday, December 14, 2022, at Alliance Health at Baldwinville.

She was born in Wakefield, MA on August 27, 1929, a daughter of the late Everett Malonson and Grace (Deveaux) Malonson.  Ruth grew up in Gardner and in Otter River.  She was a homemaker who enjoyed time spent with family and friends.  She was...

Jeannine "Meme" Wirtanen

Jeannine "Meme" Wirtanen

Dec 10, 2022

 

Gardner-Jeannine “Meme” Wirtanen, 92, died Saturday, December 10, 2022, at her home with her family at her side. 

She was the wife of 54 years to the late Edwin Wirtanen. 

She leaves three sons, John and his wife Linda, Eddie and his wife Tia and Robert “Bird” and his wife Christine; three daughters, Anna and her husband Donny, Kathy...

Colin W. Little Jr.

Colin W. Little Jr.

Dec 10, 2022

WESTMINSTER - Colin W. Little Jr., passed away December 10, 2022 at the age of 68.

He was born in Newark, NJ on October 21, 1954, son of the late Colin and late Katherine (O’Connor) Little.

Colin is survived by his wife of 42 years, Kathleen Brennan, and children: Mary Little and her partner Josh Archibald-Seiffer of Seattle,...

Leonard "Lenny" King

Leonard "Lenny" King

Dec 10, 2022

 

Athol-Leonard “Lenny”. King, 91, died  Saturday, December 10, 2022 peacefully at his home surrounded by family.

He was predeceased by his wife, Beverly and his son Larry.

He leaves his three children, Donna King and her significant other, Kim Farley of Athol, Thomas King of Ogunquit, ME and Jennifer Johnson and her husband Mark of Orange; three granddaughters, Angela...

Judith E. Bevan

Judith E. Bevan

Dec 9, 2022

Judith "Judy" E. (Miller) Bevan, 84, passed away peacefully, Friday, December 9, 2022, at UMass Medical Center in Leominster with her family by her side.

She was born August 20, 1938, in Worcester.  She spent most of her life in Ashburnham and Westminster.Judith cherished spending time with her family, especially with her great grandchildren and grand puppies.  She loved watching...

Margaret M. Kelly

Margaret M. Kelly

Dec 9, 2022

 MARGARET MCCORMICK KELLY

OCTOBER 17, 1929 - December 9, 2022

Margaret "Peg" Kelly (nee Margaret Ann McCormick) died peacefully on December 9, 2022, surrounded by her family after a healthy and fulfilling life.  She was 93.

 

Born in Needham, MA in 1929 and raised in the Boston suburbs, Peg graduated from Newton High School in 1947, and from...

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