Obituaries
George R. Girardi Jr.
Dec 30, 2023
George R. "Buddy" Girardi, Jr., 79, passed away December 30, 2023 at St. Vincent's Hospital in Worcester, MA. He was the son of George R. Girardi, Sr. and Helen A. (Salkaus) Girardi. He leaves his loving wife of 52 years Judith A. Girardi, and daughters Gina M. Girardi and Julie A. Girardi.
Buddy was a graduate of Athol High...
Robert D. Lashua
Dec 30, 2023
Robert D. Lashua, known by all as Bob, was a man of many adjectives - funny, loyal, and talented. Born on January 14, 1947, he lived a life characterized by these traits and so much more. His loyalty was unwavering, evident in his 53-year marriage to his beloved wife, Carol, whom he married on June 20, 1970. Bob loved the...
Jackie A. Waugh
Dec 29, 2023
Jackie A. Waugh, age 55, a lifelong resident of Leominster, passed away unexpectedly on December 29, 2023 surrounded by family and friends.
Jackie was born on July 31, 1968, to the late John and Rita (Doucette) Pizzuti in Leominster, MA.
Known for her humor and laughter, Jackie was always the gracious host. Surrounding herself with family and friends was where...
Gloria Mae Price
Dec 28, 2023
Gloria Mae (Flagg) Price
ATHOL - Gloria M. Price of Athol, MA passed away at home on Thursday, December 28th, 2023. She was 86 years old and was predeceased by her husband of 44 years, Daniel, in 2002.Gloria was born on December 5th, 1937 in Keene, NH, and grew up on Twichell Street, in a house that her father Merton...
Patricia A. Shatos
Dec 24, 2023
ATHOL, MA — Patricia A. Shatos, passed away on December 24, 2023 in the comfort of her home surrounded by her family.
A beacon of unwavering love and compassion, Patricia’s life was a testament to the words of Mother Teresa, “Not all of us can do great things. But we can do small things with great love.” Patricia’s love...
Mark Russell Auger
Dec 23, 2023
On December 23rd, Mark Russell Auger passed away at UMass Hospital in Worcester after an 11-year battle with lymphoma. Born in Montague to the late Ronald Auger and the late Lynne (Putnam) Auger on September 4th, 1961, Mark spent his childhood in Orange and graduated from Ralph C. Mahar High School in 1979. After graduating, Mark worked as a machinist...
Jason A. McClary
Dec 20, 2023
Jason Allen McClary, born on March 1, 1976, in Gardner, passed away on December 20, 2023. Residing in Northampton, Massachusetts, Jason was a beloved member of the community, living a life that was rich in experiences and relationships despite his unassuming persona.
He attended Hampshire Regional High School and was known for his love of cooking, animals, music, and taking...
Ella Gloria Sharron
Dec 19, 2023
Ella Gloria Sharron, a loyal, resilient, dedicated, and generous soul, passed away on December 19, 2023. Having spent her life in service to the community, she truly embodied the spirit of giving. Hailing from Gardner, Ella Gloria was known for her steadfast commitment and dedication to her faith, her family, and her community.Ella Gloria was born on November 11, 1926,...
Barbara L. Hanson
Dec 17, 2023
Barbara L. Hanson (Douglas), age 77, resident of Gardner, MA, passed away on December 17, 2023.
Barbara was born on November 6, 1946 in Cambridge, MA, to the late Theodore and Lillian (Williams) Douglas. She was one of ten children and grew up in a busy household, where her love of family started.
She loved the Supremes and spent...
Madeline A. Rines
Dec 16, 2023
Madeline A. Rines, age 74, resident of Templeton, MA, passed away on December 16, 2023. She is the loving wife of Thomas Rines. Madeline was born on April 27, 1949, to the late Charles and Irene (Gaunt) Shettle) in Fort Bragg, NC. Madeline came from a military family grew up in multiple locations including England and Germany where she graduated from...
Stefanie Lee Young
Dec 16, 2023
Gardner-Stefanie L. Young 33 passed away on Saturday, December 16, 2023 at St. Vincent Hospital in Worcester, MA.
Stefanie was born on May 9, 1990 in Springfield a daughter of Sylvia Gallagher and Richard Young.
Stefanie resided in Athol, Leominster and Gardner. She especially loved her home in Gardner. She enjoyed advocating for her housemates and doing fun...
Eleanor M. Champoux
Dec 15, 2023
Eleanor M. Champoux (Parsons), age 85, and a resident of Athol, MA, passed away on December 15, 2023.
Eleanor was born on May 10, 1938, to the late Robert W. Parsons and Mary (Dulong) Parsons in Lynn, MA.
Eleanor was well known for her love for her grandchildren, great children, and family. She enjoyed going out to people watch, eat,...
John L. Breyer
Dec 13, 2023
Beloved husband and father, John L. Breyer, passed away on December 13, 2023 of complications from Covid-19. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Marianna Haven Breyer, Sons, John C. Breyer and Richard Breyer, Daughter-in-Law, Laurie Barbour Breyer and Evan Michael Breyer, age 5, his much loved Grandson. He is also survived by his sister Candace Laubach, his...
Margaret H. Legere
Dec 12, 2023
September 9, 1926 - December 12, 2023
Templeton, MA -Margaret Legere (Marg) of Templeton MA, born Margaret Helen Oke in Moncton NB Canada to George and Esther Oke, September 9, 1926 passed peacefully in her sleep in the early morning of December 12, 2023 after a brief illness at age 97.
Marg was predeceased by her husband...
Mitchell Victor Martin
Dec 11, 2023
We gather here to celebrate the life of a man who revved up joy in everyone he met, Mitchell Martin, born on April 19, 1957, in Fitchburg, MA. A man of many talents, Mitchell was passionate about his interests and never shied away from living in the fast lane, much like the cars he adored.Mitchell was a proud Oakmont Regional High School graduate in 1975...
Charlotte A. Berry
Dec 4, 2023
Charlotte A. Berry, age 74, resident of Lancaster, MA, passed away on December 4, 2023.
Charlotte was born on September 17, 1949 in Leominster, MA, to the late Louis C. Berry and Mary E. (Howard) Berry. She graduated from Nashoba High school in 1969, with perfect attendance. She went on to study Mechanical Trades at Leominster Trade School. After school,...
James M. Wojdak
Nov 29, 2023
GARDNER - James Wojdak, born on March 19, 1947, in Gardner, MA, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2023. A proud native of Gardner, James was a creative and dedicated man who spent many years as a Field Service Manager for Digital Equipment Corporation. His intelligence shone through in his work, illustrating his deep understanding of the complexities of the...
Norma L. Hales
Nov 28, 2023
Norma Lee (Edson Rafuse) Hales of Fitchburg and formerly of Westminster passed away November 28, 2023 after a brief illness. She leaves her daughter Jessica Rafuse of Fitchburg and her son Neil (Chip) Rafuse II and his wife Carlene of Dexter, Maine. Norma also leaves her sisters Faith, Sally, Paula and her husband Paul and her brother Fred and his...
Roger B. Henshaw
Nov 26, 2023
Roger Brown Henshaw, born on February 2nd, 1932, passed away at home on November 26, 2023 after spending Thanksgiving with family. Roger was the son of Charles Robinson Henshaw and Mildred Brown Henshaw of Templeton.
He lived most of his life in Templeton, growing up on the farm on Henshaw Road. He served in the U.S. Army in Germany in...
Scott D. Rocci
Nov 23, 2023
Scott D. Rocci, born in Stoneham, MA on the 25th of February, 1962, lived a life full of compassion, generosity, and humble love. Marked by his steadfast dedication to his family, Scott was a beacon of strength and kindness. A man of many passions, he found joy in simple pleasures: spending time with his beloved family, casting a line during...
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