Obituaries
Eva M. Bartlett
Aug 14, 2023
Eva M. Bartlett, a resilient soul whose heart was a beacon of generosity and love, passed away peacefully on the 14th of August, 2023. Born on the 22nd of November, 1930, in East Deerfield, Massachusetts, Eva spent her life imbuing every moment with kindness, support, and an unwavering sense of purpose. Her spirit was a testament to the verse from...
Ida M. Waslaske
Aug 12, 2023
Ida Waslaske, 102, died in Quabbin Valley Healthcare on Saturday, August 12, 2023.
She was born at home in the farmhouse in which she lived all her life. She was the daughter of the late Charles and Martha (Baskaitis) Waslaske.
She attended Athol schools and worked at the Union Twist Drill Corporation and retired early to pursue a life as...
Courtney R. Harkins
Aug 10, 2023
ATHOL- Courtney R. Harkins, 28, formerly of Templeton passed away August 10, 2023. Courtney was born in Gardner, MA on June 1, 1995; to be exact, 6/01 at 6:01. She is the daughter of Jeffrey Harkins and the late Lisa (Stanley) Harkins. She graduated from Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical school in 2013, with a concentration in dental assisting. She went on...
Mary L. Cook
Aug 6, 2023
Mary L. (Gleason) Cook, 73, died Sunday, August 6, 2023, at Quabbin Valley Healthcare after an illness. She was the wife of the late Douglas B, "Cookie" Cook, who died in 2008. She leaves four godchildren, Timothy King, Terry Brodeur, Tommy King, and Jenika King; and numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces, and grandnephews. She is predeceased by three brothers, Theodore Gleason,...
Ernie Joseph Richard
Aug 5, 2023
Ernie Joseph Richard, a man of many “hats”, touched the lives of countless people during his lifetime. Born on August 17, 1939, in Gardner, he proudly served as a Medic in the United States Air Force from 1957-1961, alongside his future brother-in-law Raymond Girouard. Ernie's dedication to and love of his country reflected the values he held dear.
After his...
Steven Donald Bernard
Jul 31, 2023
Steven Donald Bernard, was born on June 15, 1963, in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, and was a resident of Gardner, Massachusetts man of many passions, Steven found joy in the simple things in life, like his love for Marvel Comics, coin collecting, Pokémon Cards, and playing games. Known for his funny demeanor, Steven treasured making people around him laugh. His dedication...
Marlou Rickan
Jul 31, 2023
Marlou (Berry) Rickan, 75, died Monday, July 31, 2023, at Alliance at Baldwinville, after a short illness.
She leaves her two sons, Shawn Rickan of Phillipston and Chad Berry of Athol, and four grandsons, Jakob Rickan, Jameson Rickan, Caleb Berry, and Dominic Berry.
She is predeceased by one brother, Roger Berry.
Marlou was born in Portland, Maine on March 26,...
Karen M. Smith
Jul 24, 2023
Karen M. Smith, 70, of Orange, MA passed away on Monday, July 24th after a courageous battle with cancer.
Karen is predeceased by her parents Norma E (Nylander ) Smith, and Harry T. Smith of Athol.
Karen is survived by her loving and devoted husband Clayton Qualters of Orange; her daughter Angela Deveneau, and granddaughter Chelsea Deveneau;...
Pauline Y. Mallet
Jul 24, 2023
ATHOL - With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Pauline Yvonne Mallet, a dedicated mother and longtime resident of Athol, Massachusetts. Born on May 17, 1921, in St. Guillaume, Quebec, Pauline lived a life steeped in love, resilience, and an unwavering dedication to her community. Her journey came to a peaceful end on July 24, 2023, at Quabbin Valley...
Sandra Ann Rocheleau
Jul 24, 2023
Sandra Ann RocheleauIt is with great sadness that our family shares the news of our mother, Sandra (Remal) Rocheleau, who died Monday, July 24, 2023, at UMass Hospital in Worcester due to complications during heart surgery.Sandie was born December 20, 1943, the youngest child of Rey Remal and Rose Marie (Leblanc) Remal.Sandie’s childhood in Leominster was full of love, music,...
Phyllis Theresa Carbone
Jul 23, 2023
EAST LONGMEADOW- The world lost a bright, generous spirit when Phyllis Theresa Carbone passed away on July 23, 2023. Born on June 25, 1932, in Gardner, MA, Phyllis lived a compassionate and thoughtful life, rooted in her devotion to her family, friends, and faith. A long-time resident of East Longmeadow, Massachusetts, she was a pillar of her community and...
Edward Joseph Markofsky Jr.
Jul 18, 2023
Westminster, MA- It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of a deeply cherished man and a beacon of light to his family, Edward J. Markofsky Jr., on July 18, 2023. Born in Athol, MA, on February 19, 1942, Edward was renowned for his generous heart, supportive nature, humble demeanor, and his reliability that made him...
Peter R. Maynard
Jul 16, 2023
Gardner-Peter Russell Maynard died on Sunday, July 16, 2023, at Alliance Health at Baldwinville after an illness.
He was predeceased by his mother Ruby M (Hicks) Maynard and leaves his father, Ernest Russell Maynard; sister Michelle Maynard and her husband David Chase of Westminster; and many extended family members.
He was born in Gardner, on November 8, 1954, and graduated...
Edward Maciorowski
Jul 9, 2023
Edward Maciorowski of 164 Ash St., Gardner, MA died on July 9, 2023 of complications from pneumonia. Edward was born on February 5, 1934 to Adam and Helen Maciorowski of 425 Temple St., Gardner, MA. Ed was the youngest of three children to Adam and
Helen. He had two older sisters; Theresa and Alice.
As a young boy growing up...
Bradley S Arsenault
Jul 6, 2023
Gardner-Bradley S. Arsenault, 38, passed away Thursday, July 6, 2023, in a tragic accident.
He leaves his daughter, Haleigh Arsenault of Baldwinville; his father, Steven K. Arsenault of Gardner; his mother, Susan (Koziol) Arsenault of Templeton; one brother, Jason Arsenault of Royalston; two sisters, Darlene Theriault and her husband Dan, Kelly Arsenault both of Templeton; three nieces, Kayla...
Cory Paul
Jul 5, 2023
Hubbardston-Cory Michael Paul, 28, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 5, 2023.
He leaves his Mom and Dad, Cheryl (Cunniff) Paul and Joseph Bartolomei of Hubbardston, his grandmother, Eleanor Cunniff of Woburn, two aunts and two uncles, Alison Winer and her husband David of Derry, NH, Paul Cunniff Jr. and his wife Denise of Tewksbury, MA, Lisa Higgins of Billerica, MA ,...
David K. Demoranville
Jul 5, 2023
David K. Demoranville, 64 of Baldwinville passed away on Wednesday, July 5, 2023, at Wachusett Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Gardner.
David was born in Acushnet, MA on November 5, 1958, the son of Norman W. Demoranville and Gertrude F. (Reynolds) Demoranville.
David was an avid fan of the New England Patriots, David loved music and watching movies, and...
Carmella A. Russo
Jul 4, 2023
Gardner - Carmella (Cam) Russo passed away in her home on July 4. Carmella was born on July 25, 1931 in Gardner, Massachusetts, the daughter of John and Rose (Cosentino) Manca. She graduated from Gardner High School in 1950. Carmella loved to cook and spend time with her family and friends. She kept a beautiful home and loved...
Tricia Lee (Knight) Deloge
Jul 4, 2023
Hubbardston-Tricia Lee (Knight) Deloge, 50, died Tuesday, July 4, 2023, of an undetermined illness at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston. She leaves one daughter, Charissa Rathbun of Stoneham; four grandchildren, Savannah, Owen, Riley and Hunter Deloge all of Michigan; her mother, Judy E. (Bliven) Knight; one brother, David Knight and his wife Lori, all of N. Stonington, CT; and her...
Gary T Rahaim
Jul 3, 2023
Gary T. Rahaim, 70, of Gardner, died peacefully at home on July 3, 2023, following an illness. Gary was born on January 3, 1953 in Gardner, MA, son of the late Arnold and Marian (Armstrong) Rahaim.
Gary graduated from Gardner High School in 1971. He was employed at Holden Hills Country Club as part of the grounds crew, retiring...
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