Jennifer Lynn Rozanski
Oct 25, 2021
CHICOPEE-Jennifer L. Rozanski, 45, of East Main St. passed away unexpectedly at home on Monday, Oct. 25, 2021. Jennifer was born in Chicopee on January 4, 1976, the beloved daughter of Joseph & Carol (Bonafilia) Rozanski of Chicopee. She grew up in Springfield and Chicopee, attending local schools. Jennifer loved spending time with her children and family, she was proud...
Robert J. Marshall
Oct 17, 2021
SPRINGFIELD-Robert J. Marshall, 65, of Springfield passed away on Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021. Robert was a longtime resident of Granby and Springfield and worked for many years as Sales Manager with Furnari Jewelers in Springfield. Bob was born in Fairbanks, Alaska, the son of the late Huey & Rita (Sherry) Marshall. Bob leaves his loving daughter, Brittany Marshall and her...
Daniel J. Dec
Oct 8, 2021
Daniel Joseph Dec, 32, of Ludlow, passed away at his home on Friday, October 8, 2021. Daniel was born in Springfield, MA. He leaves his mother Sheila Noe, of Westfield. He was predeceased by his father Paul Jude Dec of Palmer, and his "dude", his Big brother Jeremy Dec of Springfield. He grew up in Palmer, MA where he went...
Barbara Ann Harris
Sep 26, 2021
CHICOPEE-Barbara Ann Harris, 92, formerly of Clairmont Avenue in Chicopee passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, September 26, 2021. Barbara was born in Springfield, a daughter of the late Kenneth P. and Gertrude (Thurston) Barry. She was raised and educated in Springfield, attending local schools. She married Robert E. Harris and they settled in Chicopee to raise their family. Barbara...
John Vh Gedney
Aug 31, 2021
CHICOPEE- John VH Gedney Jr passed away on Tuesday, August 31, 2021, at his home with his partner by his side after a long battle with cancer. John was born in Springfield MA to the late John VH and Claire Gedney. John was educated in Agawam, MA and served in the United States Coast Guard during the Vietnam War and...
Stephen Michael Tetreault
Aug 31, 2021
SPRINGFIELD ~ Stephen M. Tetreault, of Springfield, began his journey with God on Tuesday, August 31, 2021. Stephen was born on September 3, 1979, to Diane M. Tetreault. He was raised in Holyoke, attending local schools, graduating from Holyoke Catholic High School in 1997. Stephen furthered his education, receiving an Associates in Culinary Arts in 2013. He will be immensely...
Donald Marshall Ashton
Aug 30, 2021
INDIAN ORCHARD-Donald M. Ashton, 79, of the Indian Orchard section of Springfield passed away at BSMC on Monday, August 30, 2021. Donald "Goose", was born in Lewiston, Maine, a son of the late Stanley and Mary L. (Hennessy) Ashton. He was raised and educated in Maine, attended local schools and graduated from Lewiston High School. Donald was employed at Appleton...
Alfred Samuel Christian
Aug 30, 2021
CHICOPEE- Alfred S. Christian, 77, of Chicopee, passed away on Monday Aug. 30, 2021 at his home surrounded by his loving family. A wonderful man - Mechanic, Carpenter, Machinist - Retiree of Gretag Imaging. Fred was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, godfather, brother, uncle, & friend. Fred will be sadly missed by his wife Elaine (Basile) Christian of...
Gertrude B. Kolek
Aug 25, 2021
PALMER-Gertrude B. (Fay) Kolek, 90, of Palmer, passed away peacefully at her home August 25, 2021. She was born in Chicopee MA on October 30, 1930. She attended Chicopee Public Schools and graduated from Chicopee High School and the Springfield Business School. She worked for the FW Sickles Company, Dielectrics, Gemini and the Chicopee Municipal Home. She was a member...
Robert A. Fimbel
Aug 24, 2021
CHICOPEE-Robert A. Fimbel, 86, of Chicopee passed away peacefully on Tuesday evening in South Hadley. Robert was born in Holyoke, a son of the late Alfred and Gertrude (Powers) Fimbel. He was a lifelong resident of Chicopee and graduated from Chicopee High School and Western New England College. He served in the US Army Reserves for six years. Bob worked...
Dorothy Starcun
Aug 8, 2021
CHICOPEE-Dorothy C. Starcun, 97, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 8, 2021, in Chicopee. Dorothy was born in Wadena, Minnesota, one of eight children of the late Harold and Inga (Johnson) Aldrich. Dorothy worked for many years in the Bridal dress industry retiring in 1996. Hundreds of gowns that she meticulously made and fitted were worn by brides throughout the...
Catherine M. Lafreniere
Jun 29, 2021
Catherine Mary (Judd) LaFreniere, 76, of Blanan Drive in Chicopee passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 29, 2021 at home with family at her side. Catherine was born in Holyoke, a daughter to the late James and Wanda (Slawski) Judd. She was raised and educated in South Hadley attending local schools and graduated from South Hadley High School. Catherine married...
Patrick L. Murphy
Jun 6, 2021
Patrick L. "Pat" Murphy, 78, of Collins Street in Chicopee passed away peacefully on Sunday afternoon surrounded by his loved ones. Pat was born in Johnstown, PA., a son of the late Patrick J. and Adaline R. Gohn. He was a graduate of Forest Hills High School in Johnstown, PA. He served in the US Army from 1964 to 1967...
Lillian P. Martineau
May 27, 2021
Lillian P. Martineau, 98, of Woodcrest Circle, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family on Thursday, May 27, 2021 after a brief illness. "Lulu" as family and friends knew her, was born in Springfield on September 29, 1922, a daughter to the late Raymond H. Ouimette and Emily R. (Thivierge) Ouimette. She was raised and educated in Chicopee...
Izaylis Keyani Mize
May 10, 2021
Izaylis Keyani Mize, 16, left this world on Monday, May 10, 2021. Izzy as family and friends knew her as, was a bubbly beautiful girl. She loved fashion and beauty. Izzy was the daughter of Tanya Mize, and was schooled and educated in Springfield. Izzy was lovingly raised by her Grandparents, Lisa Mize and David Owen. Izzy enjoyed being a...
John P. Hurst
Apr 11, 2021
John P. Hurst, 90, formerly of 14 Oxford Drive, Suffield, CT, died Sunday, April 11, 2021 at Brookdale Assisted Living, South Windsor, CT. John was born in Chicopee Falls, Massachusetts in 1930, he also lived in South Hadley, MA; Lincoln, RI; Wethersfield, CT; Manlius, NY; and Avon, CT before making Suffield, CT his home for over 30 years. He was...
Francis J. Nally
Mar 28, 2021
Francis J. "Frank" Nally, 84, of Naomi St. in Chicopee passed away on Sunday, March 28, 2021 at Elaine Center in Hadley. Frank was born in Chicopee, was a lifelong native of the city and attended local schools. He met the former Isabelle Pion and they were married, settling in Chicopee to raise their family. They met in January 1954...
Kathryn L. Wall
Mar 20, 2021
With profound sadness the family announces the death of Kathryn Wall on March 20, 2021. Kathy had been diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis. Her condition was well managed until very recently. She passed peacefully at home in the arms of her husband and daughter. Kathy was born in Ludlow on January 8, 1943. She spent much of her childhood in Monson,...
Peter M. Figgie Iii
Mar 19, 2021
Dr. Peter M. Figgie III, 87, passed away peacefully March 19, 2021 at home in the loving care of his family and his wife Sandra. Born in Springfield on June 27, 1933 and raised in Chicopee Falls, Peter was the cherished son of Peter M. and Helen (Ferris) Figgie. Home to Peter in his early years was a close and...