Obituaries

Obituary Notices

David M Cantwell

David M Cantwell

Sep 3, 2018

Monson- David M. Cantwell, 89, passed away September 3, 2018 with his daughter by his side. David was born in Monson on July 28, 1929 to the late James F. Cantwell, Sr. and Ruth (Johnson) Cantwell. David graduated from Monson High School in 1948. After graduation, David proudly served his country in the United States Army . Following his...

Alexander Marchacos

Alexander Marchacos

Aug 28, 2018

Monson-Alexander Marchacos, 66, of Monson passed away peacefully on Tuesday morning at Baystate Medical Center.  He was born in Holyoke, MA on August 10, 1952 to the late Anna (Palavis) and Harry Marchacos.  Alex grew up in Chicopee and was a graduate of Chicopee High School. Alex was a dedicated, talented and hard worker, who’s career spanned the pioneer...

Michael D Alonzo

Michael D Alonzo

Aug 25, 2018

Palmer- Michael D. Alonzo, 60, passed away suddenly Saturday, August 25, 2018.  Michael was born in Springfield, MA to the late Antonio Alonzo Jr and Mary E. (Sherman) Alonzo.  He was a graduate of Monson High School and has lived in Palmer for many years. He enjoyed relaxing in his swimming pool and watching the Dallas Cowboys.

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Charles W Slingerland

Charles W Slingerland

Aug 21, 2018

Wilbraham/Monson-Charles Wayne Slingerland born April 30th 1940 in Port Huron Michigan passed away on August 21st 2018 in Springfield at the age of 78. Charles lived in Wilbraham at the time of his passing. Charles graduated from Port Huron High School in 1958, enlisted in the Airforce, eventually transferring to Westover Airforce Base in 1959.  This is where Charles...

Peter J Metzdorf Iii

Peter J Metzdorf Iii

Aug 15, 2018

All services are private.

Marcus A Wysocki

Marcus A Wysocki

Aug 8, 2018

Wales-Marcus A. Wysocki, 47, passed away August 8, 2018.  Marcus was born August 6, 1971 in Hartford, CT to Tadeusz S. Wysocki Jr., and Yolande A. (Martin) Wysocki.  He was a Hampshire Regional High school graduate and a graduate of Springfield Technical Community College with an Associate Degree in Mechanical Engineering.  Marcus served in the US Air Force as...

Edward F. Kennedy

Edward F. Kennedy

Jul 31, 2018

Monson- Edward F. Kennedy, 75, passed away suddenly, Tuesday, July 31, 2018.  Ed was born December 30, 1942 in Springfield  to the late John E. and Elizabeth V. (Burke) Kennedy.  He served in the US Navy from 1962-1965 and has been a resident of Monson for many years.  Ed retired from Southworth Paper Company in Agawam after 41 years. ...

Virginia "Ginger" D (Aldrich)  Paquin

Virginia "Ginger" D (Aldrich) Paquin

Jul 30, 2018

Monson- Virginia D. "Ginger" (Aldrich) Paquin, 62, passed away at home Monday, July 30, 2018, surrounded by the love of family. Ginger was born in Hartford, CT to Colburn Aldrich and Elizabeth Aldrich Holmes. Ginger loved all animals especially horses. In her free time, you could find her making jewelry, boating, or reading a good book. Virginia was predeceased...

Pamela H Yahn

Pamela H Yahn

Jul 16, 2018

Monson- Pamela H. Yahn, 65, passed away July 16, 2018, surrounded by the love of family.  Pam was born August 16, 1952 in Springfield to the late Robert B. and Hope W. (Mitchell) Yahn.  She studied at Universidad Internacional in Mexico and was a 1973 graduate of The Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY, the first class...

Barbara A (Pietras)  Killoy

Barbara A (Pietras) Killoy

Jul 15, 2018

All services are private.

Hilda R (Dubuque)  Carr

Hilda R (Dubuque) Carr

Jul 15, 2018

Monson- Hilda R. (Dubuque) Carr, 84, died Sunday, July 15, 2018 at Wingate @Wilbraham.  Hilda was born August 24, 1933 in Vermont to the late Wyman and Julia Dubuque,  She has been a resident of Monson for many years. She enjoyed word search puzzles and her greatest joy came from taking care of her family.

Hilda was...

Elizabeth A (Mathieson)  Towlson

Elizabeth A (Mathieson) Towlson

Jul 8, 2018

Ware-Elizabeth A. (Mathieson) Towlson, 81, passed away July 8, 2018.  Elizabeth was born in Ware December 20, 1936  to the late James and Marion (Mattson) Mathieson.  She was a graduate of Ware High School  and a longtime resident of Ware.  Elizabeth was a Daycare teacher and  retired from Valley Human Services-Kidstop. She was a member of Trinity Episcopal Church...

Todd J "Tj" Martinson

Todd J "Tj" Martinson

Jul 3, 2018

Brimfield-Todd J. (T.J.) Martinson, 40, passed away on July 3rd 2018.   Todd was born in Lewiston, Idaho June 5th, 1978 to Edwin C. Martinson and Sharon K. (Uhlenkott) Szatkowski and was the youngest of 5 children.  He was our little brother and brought joy to our lives with his playful nature and goofy antics and a heart that was...

Brian F Granger

Brian F Granger

Jul 2, 2018

Private services.

Barbara J (Desmaris)  Lovell

Barbara J (Desmaris) Lovell

Jul 2, 2018

Monson- Barbara J. (Desmaris) Lovell, 70, passed away, July 2, 2018 surrounded by the love of family. Barbara was born August 31, 1947 in Palmer to the late Marcell and Mabel Desmaris.  Barbara was a home health aid and retired after many years, She loved camping and going to the beach. She leaves her husband David F. Lovell; her...

Janis Lynne (Powell)  Quattrocelli

Janis Lynne (Powell) Quattrocelli

Jun 25, 2018

Brimfield- Janis Lynne (Powell) Quattrocelli, 63, passed away June 25, 2018 surrounded by the love of family.  Janis loved music, gardening, photography, reading and quilting.  For many years she worked in medical transcription for hospitals.

Janis leaves her husband Daniel Quattrocelli; a daughter Heather Wironen and he husband Jim; sister, Peg Parsons; a granddaughter Audrey...

Barbara S Loveling

Barbara S Loveling

Jun 22, 2018

Monson- Barbara S. Loveling 57,  passed away, June 22, 2018.  Barbara was born October 5, 1960 to  Robert J. Loveling and Barbara (Wright) Loveling, and has been a resident of Monson for many years. Barbara was a graduate of Minechaug H.S. in 1979 and of Holyoke Community College in 1981. She was an Assistant store manager at Burlington Coat...

C. Alan Slaney

C. Alan Slaney

Jun 17, 2018

Palmer- C. Alan Slaney, 80, passed away June 17, 2018.  Alan was born December 24, 1937 in Brockton, MA to the late Elmer M. and Jessie M. (Cornwell) Slaney and has been a resident of Palmer for many years.  Alan was an Army Veteran.  He retired as maintenance superintendent from First Realty Management.  He was a member of the...

Alan Cuipenski

Alan Cuipenski

Jun 15, 2018

Belchertown - Alan Cuipenski (Al/Spike) died in Florida on June 15, 2018. He was predeceased by his Father, Paul and will forever be remembered in the hearts and minds of his Mother Joanne, brother Michael and wife Laura, niece and nephew Abby Mae and Corbin along with dear relatives and many wonderful friends. Alan grew up in Hampden, MA...

Victoria E (Tienken)  Zollner

Victoria E (Tienken) Zollner

Jun 12, 2018

Wales - Victoria E. (Tienken) Zollner, 80,  passed away, June 12, 2018.  Victoria was born May 5, 1938 in Brooklyn, NY to the late Henry C. and Agnes (Karp) Tienken.  She has been a resident of Wales for many years.  Victoria was a home health aid and she enjoyed sewing, crafts, miniature doll houses and reading. Victoria leaves her...