Obituaries

Mar 31, 2023

West Brookfield-Julia F. (Howlett) Napolitan, 67, passed away March 31, 2023 in her home. Julia was born in Stafford, CT to the late Dorothy (Fountain) DiPietro and Kenneth Howlett.  She was a graduate of Tantasqua High School and has lived in West Brookfield for many years.  Julia worked at Cascade Manufacturing and more recently at STCC as an adult...

Mar 11, 2023

Monson-William Ralph Moore, 81, beloved husband of Sandra and devoted father of Marjory was called from this life on March 11, 2023. Born in Palmer on April 28, 1941 to the late Ralph and Lucy (Corish) Moore of Monson. He attended Monson schools and Monson/Wilbraham Academy. Bill spent his career as a skilled tool and dye maker and retired...

Mar 2, 2023

Belchertown- Kenneth C. Grimes, 50, passed away surrounded by love of family in his home.  Kenny was born in Springfield June 11, 1972, son of Leonard E. Grimes Sr and Theresa F. (Parent) Grimes.  Kenny was raised in Monson and attended Monson Schools. Kenny was predeceased by his father, Leonard and sister, Megan. He leaves his mother, Theresa; brothers...

Feb 12, 2023

Monson-Edward S. Harrison, 83, died at home surrounded by his loving family on February 12, 2023.  Born in Waterbury, Connecticut to Samuel and Helen (Lagownik) Harrison, he grew up in Springfield, Massachusetts with his two younger sisters.  He graduated from Classical High School and Trinity College.  After serving stateside in the U.S. Army as a Green Beret, he began...

Feb 2, 2023

Monson/Ware- Lorraine E. (Royce) Kelly, 90, passed away peacefully February 2, 2023 in her home.  Lorraine was born in Monson November 20, 1932 to the late Burt T. and Verna L. (Bradway) Royce.  She was a graduate of Springfield Trade School.  For several years she worked at Friendly's Ice Cream in Wilbraham in the production department, and was a...

Jan 31, 2023

Monson-Justin T. Hill, 49, passed away Tuesday, January 31, 2023.  Justin was born in Palmer to Leslie F. Hill and Melody A. (Provost) Hill.  He attended Monson Schools and was an automotive technician for area auto dealerships.  Justin enjoyed hunting, fishing and playing golf.  He enjoyed RC race cars, muscle cars, motorcycles and anything that went fast. He had...

Jan 27, 2023

Monson- Jeffrey A. Robinson, 67, passed away January 27, 2023, surrounded by love of family.  Jeff was born in Buffalo, New York, November 15, 1955 to the late William H. and Mary C. (Race) Robinson.  Jeff lived in Monson and was devoted to his wife and raising their family.  His greatest joy was watching their daughters grow and begin...

Jan 23, 2023

Monson- Walter M. Ellsworth, Jr, 73, passed away January 23, 2023 in his home.  Walter was born May 15, 1949 to the late Walter M. Ellsworth Sr. and Gloria (Yeoman) Morneau. Walter honorably served in the US Navy from 1968-1972.  For many years he was a machine operator at Dan Wesson Arms in Monson.  Walter was a member of...

Jan 18, 2023

East Longmeadow- Mildred D. (Wheeler) Douville, 82, of East Longmeadow passed away Wednesday, January 18, 2023. Millie was born November 3, 1940 in New Salem to the late Robert E. Wheeler and Mary A. (Marco) Wheeler. She was a bookkeeper for over 20 years at Universal Plastics Corporation in Holyoke. She attended St. Michaels Church in East Longmeadow.  Millie ...

Jan 12, 2023

Monson- Louis S. Maslon, 79, passed away Thursday, January 12, 2023 in his beloved home.  Lou was born April 9, 1943 in Palmer to the late Stanley and Louise (Walas) Maslon.  For many years Lou worked at Diamond International Corp, The Monson Housing Authority and he retired from the Monson School Department. Lou was a communicant of St. Patrick's...

Dec 30, 2022

Woonsocket, RI - Rebecca D. Ewen, 52, passed away Friday, December 30, 2022. Becky was born April 9, 1970 in Norwood, MA  to Doc and Mary Ann Ewen. She attended Weston, Concord Carlisle, and South Deerfields Schools, prior to attending the University of Massachusetts in Amherst.

Becky (or ‘Bug’ as she was known in the family)  had...

Dec 17, 2022

Monson-Margaret "Peggy" A. (Partelo) Royce, 70, passed away Saturday, December 17, 2022 surrounded by love of family. Peggy was born June 3, 1952 in Winooski, VT to the late William E.  and Theresa L. ( St.Peter) Partelo.   Peggy was a graduate of Monson High School.  She then worked at Mass Mutual as a telephone systems analyst and retired after...

Nov 28, 2022

Monson- Teresa M (Pascale) Smart, 77, passed away Monday November 28, 2022 in Tiverton, Rhode Island.  Teresa was born August 22, 1945 in Palmer to the late Arthur and Irene F. (Read) Pascale.  She was a graduate of Monson High School and has been a life long resident of Monson.  For many years she was the executive administrator and...

Nov 27, 2022

Obituary information is forthcoming.

Nov 20, 2022

Monson-Jean R. (Hoose) Rodich, 82, passed away at home, November 20, 2022 surrounded by love of family.  Jean was born May 3, 1940 and has been a resident of Monson since 1972.  She worked for many years at the Monson Developmental Center as a paid companion.  She also worked in the office for Jerry's TV service and repair.  Jean...

Nov 17, 2022

Palmer-Theresa M. (Rocha) Mackiewicz, 64, of the Bondsville Village of Palmer, passed away, November 17, 2022 at Baystate Medical Center after a brief illness.  Theresa was born in Taunton, MA to Frederick J. and Genevieve C. (August) Rocha and was a high school graduate.  For over 40 years she was a retail manager for area KMart stores. Her greatest...

Nov 17, 2022

Monson-Susan J. (Santucci) St. Martin, 51, passed away surrounded by her loving family, November 17, 2022 at Baystate Medical Center.  Sue was born December 2, 1970 in Ware, MA to Ronald J. and Carol J. (Moriarty) Santucci and has been a life long resident of Monson.  She graduated from Monson High School, received a Bachelor's degree from North Adams...

Nov 15, 2022

Monson- Irving T. Arnold, 94, passed away Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at the Reserve in East Longmeadow. He has left us to a heavenly place. He was born May 29, 1928 to the late Andrew L and Adeline (Prophet) Arnold. Irving lived a long life and had much love for antiques, birds and driving around on his scooter.  He...

Nov 14, 2022

Monson-Fred C. Anderson, 95, passed away Monday November 14, 2022. Fred was born in Monson April 21, 1927 to the late Fredolph and Agnes (Turner) Anderson. He was a graduate of Monson High School and a lifelong resident here. He was drafted into the Navy in 1945 and later volunteered for the Monson Fire Department. Fred retired from Norcross...

Nov 12, 2022

Monson-Jeffrey David Miller, passed away in the comfort of home and family on Nov. 12th at the age of 80. Born in Elmira, NY Jan.17, 1942, son to Ernest and Ruth Miller, Jeff grew up on Riverside Ave across the street from Riverside Elementary School. Jeff was an avid outdoorsman and athlete, happiest when outside and active. He was...