Obituaries
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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...
Douglas E. Fox
Jul 12, 2025
Monson- Douglas E. Fox,82, born on May 1, 1943, in Springfield, passed away on July 12, 2025, in Palmer. He was a hardworking truck driver and a talented diesel mechanic, known for his skills behind the wheel and in the garage.
Douglas had a passion for music and enjoyed nights at the bar, playing the guitar and entertaining friends at places...
Stephen N Kacoyannakis
Jul 11, 2025
Monson- Stephen N. Kacoyannakis, a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away on July 11, 2025, at the age of 53. Born in Springfield, Massachusetts, on December 20, 1971, Stephen was a man of many talents and passions, whose curiosity, satirical sense of humor, snappy jokes, sarcasm and ability to learn anything kept his family and friends smiling, laughing, and...
Kathleen "Kathy" Serrato
Jul 6, 2025
Monson-Kathleen "Kathy" (Costa) Serrato,75, born on October 30, 1949, in Palmer, Massachusetts, passed away on July 6, 2025. Kathy was a beloved member of her community and worked tirelessly throughout her life. She served as a branch manager at Shawmut Bank for over 20 years before dedicating another 20 years to customer service and inside sales at Safe-T-Cut in Monson.
Kathy...
Marlene A Foisy
Jun 19, 2025
Monson-Marlene A. Foisy, 70, born on October 15, 1954, in Springfield, MA, to the late Arthur F. and Pearl M. (Mayhew) Chartier, passed away on June 19, 2025. She was a dedicated machine operator at Polymer Corporation in Palmer, MA, where she worked for many years.
Marlene was a graduate of Tech High in Springfield. Throughout her life, she found joy...
Florence C Fenton
Jun 17, 2025
Monson-Florence C. Fenton, a beloved member of the Monson community, passed away on June 17, 2025, at the age of 98. Born on March 8, 1927, in Monson, she spent her life dedicated to caring for others. Florence was known for her work as a private in-home child day care provider for many years, nurturing and shaping the lives of...
Catherine "Cathy" M Calkin
Jun 7, 2025
Monson- Catherine "Cathy" M Calkin, 74, born on September 28, 1950, in Massena, New York, passed away at home on June 7, 2025. Cathy recently retired after more than 25 years as an Inspector of Medical Devices at Karl Storz Endovision, Inc. in Charlton.
A very caring and energetic individual, Cathy brought warmth and enthusiasm to everyone around her. She enjoyed...
Christina "Tina" L. Poulin
May 31, 2025
Palmer-Christina Lynn Poulin, 67, of the Bondsville section of Palmer, MA, passed away on May 31, 2025, after an illness.
Born February 8, 1958 in Stafford Springs, CT daughter of Dwight and Nancy (Hale) Poulin, she lived most of her life in Monson, MA. After graduating from Monson High in 1976 as salutatorian, she earned a B.A from Assumption College and...
Thomas F Parker
May 18, 2025
Monson-Thomas F. Parker, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on May 18, 2025, at the age of 78. Born on March 2, 1947, in Palmer, MA, he lived a life full of kindness and dedication.
Thomas graduated from Monson High School and furthered his education at St. Francis College in Maine and Western New England...
Sylvia J Pisano
May 16, 2025
Wales- Sylvia Janet (Kusek) (Chalue) Pisano, 83, passed away Friday, May 16, 2025 in her home surrounded by love of family. Born November 21, 1941 she was an only child of the late Rudolph and Victoria (Lech) Kusek who were born and raised in the Thorndike Village of Palmer. She adored her parents an had a great love for family.
Sylvia...
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