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Susan C Brown
Oct 22, 2025
Monson — Susan Carol (Asquith) Brown, 77, of Monson, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully at her home on October 22, 2025, surrounded by her devoted family. Born on January 27, 1948, in Springfield, Massachusetts, Susan lived a life defined by love, compassion, and service to others. A cherished mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, teacher, and friend, she touched countless lives through her...
William J Henry
Oct 3, 2025
Wales-William J. Henry, affectionately known as Bill, was born on August 26, 1934, in Springfield, Massachusetts. He passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by the love of his family, on October 3, 2025.
Bill dedicated over 20 years of his life as a truck driver for John R. Lyman Co. in Chicopee. He was a proud graduate of Springfield Trade School...
Janet M Thompson
Sep 29, 2025
Monson-Janet M. Thompson, 82, passed away on September 29, 2025, at Baystate Wing Hospital, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on October 25, 1942, in Worcester, Massachusetts, Janet was a proud graduate of Tantasqua High School in Sturbridge.
Janet dedicated 25 years of her life at Monson Developmental Center, where she made a significant impact before retiring in 2000...
Carolyn A Stebbins
Sep 24, 2025
Brimfield-Carolyn A. Stebbins, born on September 11, 1948, in Springfield, MA, passed unexpectedly on September 24, 2025, in Palmer, MA. She was a dedicated member of her community and a long-time employee at Sanderson MacLeod in Palmer, where she worked for over 25 years. Starting as a machine operator, she retired after many years of service as an inspector.
A graduate...
Nancy Elizabeth Johnson
Sep 19, 2025
Monson-Nancy Johnson was born in August 1944 - joining Martha, Susan Jennifer, and Peter as the 4th child to Richard "Rich" and Elizabeth "Betty" Johnson of South Hadley, Massachusetts. A few years later she became a big sister to first Bruce then Carolyn. Nancy grew up in South Hadley center, playing in and around the Mount Holyoke College campus and...
Diana LaValley
Sep 19, 2025
West Brookfield, MA-Diana L. (Hall) LaValley, 68, born on May 24, 1957, in Ogdensburg, NY, passed away peacefully on September 19, 2025, in West Brookfield, MA. She was raised in a loving family and appreciated the beauty of nature throughout her life, enjoying walks that connected her to the world around her.
Diana dedicated many years of her career to Shaw's...
Robert Mesheau
Sep 17, 2025
Monson-Robert Mesheau, 94, born on March 22, 1931, in Norwell, MA, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2025, in Wilbraham, MA. He devoted over 30 years of his career to General Motors, notably serving as the service manager at Walker Motor Sales and Gene Mota's in Palmer before retiring from Butler Corporation in Ludlow.
Bob was known for his generous spirit...
Ruth E. Horton
Sep 16, 2025
Palmer- Ruth E. Horton, "Ruthy" Love by many also known as"MaMa Legs" to many kids in the 80's and nicknamed "Princess," by her brothers. Nicknamed "Dragonlady" by her daughters. Born on October 20, 1940, in Palmer, she peacefully passed away on September 16, 2025, at the age of 84.
Ruth graduated from Palmer High School and later continued her education at...
Richard J Solomon
Sep 10, 2025
Richard Jay Solomon September 25, 1939 – September 10, 2025 Richard Jay Solomon, of Monson, MA, passed away on September 10, 2025, following several months of illness. He was 85 years old. Born in New York City to Alfred P. and Bessie Solomon, Richard was an only child and grew up in the Bronx. As a child, he traveled by...
Patricia A Bogacz
Sep 2, 2025
Palmer-Patricia Ann Bogacz (“Patty”), a 28 year resident of western Massachusetts, primarily Three Rivers, entered into rest on September 2, 2025. She was 65.
Daughter of the late Jack McGuire and Agnes and John Sullivan, Patty was born on February 4, 1960 in the Bronx, NY. The family soon moved to Newburgh, NY, where Patty attended school and graduated from Newburgh...
Sarah A Arnold
Sep 1, 2025
North Brookfield-Sarah A. Arnold,81, born on November 29, 1943, in Springfield, MA, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. She dedicated many years to her career as a direct care attendant at Monson Developmental Center, where she touched the lives of many.
Sarah attended Monson Schools until she moved to Brattleboro, VT, where she...
Paul R. Girard
Aug 26, 2025
Monson-Paul Romeo Girard, 56, was born on August 12, 1969, in Southbridge, Massachusetts. He grew up in Belchertown and attended Pathfinder Tech where he found his passion for machining and later developed a love for tool making.
Paul was dedicated to being fit, eating healthy, and most of all working out. Healthy eating and staying in shape were a way of...
Donald A Plantier
Aug 24, 2025
Palmer-Donald A. Plantier, 76, born on August 26, 1948, in Springfield, MA, passed away peacefully at home on August 24, 2025. Donald worked as a machine operator at Pierson Industries in Palmer, MA, for over 30 years, before moving on to Ideal Kitchens in Chicopee, where he worked for an additional 10 years until his retirement. His commitment to his...
James D Royce
Aug 17, 2025
Monson-James D. Royce, born on April 12, 1942, in Monson, Massachusetts, to Mayne D. Royce and Esther (Butterworth) Royce, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 17, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. He spent his early years in Monson and graduated from Monson High School in 1960. Shortly after, he proudly served in the United States Air Force from 1960 to...
Joseph F. Handzel
Aug 13, 2025
Monson – Joseph (Joe) F. Handzel, born on March 8, 1936, in Palmer, Massachusetts, passed away on August 13, 2025, in Wilbraham. A retired inspector at Zero Manufacturing, Joseph dedicated years to his career after graduating from Palmer High School. He served Honorably, as a Corporal, in the Marines, a testament to his commitment and service. He wore his Marine’s...
Sylvia P Schwartz
Aug 4, 2025
Monson-Sylvia P Schwartz, born on March 3, 1945, in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, passed away at home on August 4, 2025. She is remembered for her compassionate heart and dedication to helping others throughout her life.
Sylvia began her career as a social worker in healthcare, where she made a significant difference in the lives of many individuals and families. Later, she...
James E Barnes
Jul 31, 2025
Monson-James E. Barnes, known to many as Jim, passed away on July 31, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on March 8, 1949, in Ludlow, MA, Jim led a life filled with hard work and passion for the things he loved.
Jim worked for Springfield Molders for 33 years, where he served as a warehouse supervisor, earning the respect and...
Francis C Bronson
Jul 30, 2025
Monson- Francis Cecil Bronson, born on September 13, 1943, in Newport, Vermont, passed away on July 30, 2025, at the age of 81 surrounded by his loved ones. Fondly known as Frank. Francis was a dedicated family man. Everything he did was for his wife, his children, their spouses, and his grandchildren. Francis took the greatest joy in spending time...
Adam T Jarvis
Jul 23, 2025
Springfield-Adam T. Jarvis, 52, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2025, at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, surrounded by the love of his family after a brief illness.
Born on August 5, 1972, in Springfield, Adam was the beloved son of Gary and Katherine (Taylor) Jarvis. He was a graduate of Central High School in Springfield, where he excelled...
Christine Bronson
Jul 19, 2025
Monson-Christine Bronson, born on August 17, 1947, in Springfield, MA, passed away on July 19, 2025, at the age of 77. Over the past 15 years she was an incredible caregiver to her mother, and her husband. The thing she found the most joy in was spending time with her family and doing mom things or grandma things throughout all...
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