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Monday, March 16, 2026
Starts at 10:00 am (Eastern time)
Monday, March 16, 2026
Starts at 11:00 am (Eastern time)
Palmer-Cecelia “Cece” A. Garvan, born January 27, 1941 in Springfield, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2026 at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield.
Cecelia was a graduate of Palmer High School. After graduating, she worked for Church Company as a bookkeeper and later for Zero Manufacturing in the personnel department, where she formed many lasting relationships and fond memories over the years. Cece also spent many years working alongside her husband, Garv, tending to the flower shop and greenhouses they owned in Monson.
She was predeceased by her husband, Ronald F. Garvan, as well as her loving parents, Stanley and Amelia (Pietruszki) Salamon.
Cece leaves behind family and friends that will remember her gentle spirit and the warmth she brought to those around her.
A Funeral Mass will be held at Divine Mercy Parish in Three Rivers on Monday, March 16, 2026 at 10am. Please gather directly at the church. Burial will follow at St. Anne's Cemetery in Three Rivers.
At Cece's request, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: St. Patrick's Restoration Fund PO Box 473 Monson, MA 01057, or a charity of your choice.
Monday, March 16, 2026
Starts at 10:00 am (Eastern time)
Divine Mercy Parish
Monday, March 16, 2026
Starts at 11:00 am (Eastern time)
St. Anne Cemetery
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