Jul 18, 2017

Ronald F. Viens

1948 – 2017

Pocasset – It is with profound sorrow that his family shares the unexpected passing of Ronald F. Viens, 68, on July 18, 2017 at his home in Pocasset, MA.  He leaves behind his beloved wife of 43 years, Susan (Lodigiani) Viens, his children, whom he considered his greatest accomplishment,...

Jul 18, 2017

Tracy J. Michel

1958 – 2017

WEST SPRINGFIELD – Tracy J. Michel, 59, of Eldridge Avenue died Tuesday in Baystate Medical Center.  Tracy was born in Springfield the daughter of the late Richard and Bonnie (Taylor) Michel.  She was a 1975 graduate of West Springfield High School, and has lived here all her life.  A...

Jul 18, 2017

John A. Carr

1943 – 2017

Hutchinson Island, FL –

John A. Carr, 73, formerly of Holyoke, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2017 surrounded by his loving family.  Born in Springfield, July 28, 1943, the son of Norman and Helen (Messer) Carr, he graduated from Springfield Technical High School and attended WNEC,...

Jul 17, 2017

Donald E. Leonard

1932 – 2017

South Hadley – Donald E. Leonard, 85, of Pine Grove died Monday in Baystate Medical Center.  Don was born in Springfield, he spent the first 10 years of his life in a log cabin in Becket with no electricity or plumbing.  He was educated in...

Jul 17, 2017

Irene (Wiater) Jones, 90, passed away peacefully on July 17 th after a brief period of declining health. She lived most of her life in West Springfield. She was a graduate of Rockville High School and was employed as a long distance operator with New England Telephone Company and later at the Community Care Mental Health Center in Springfield...

Jul 16, 2017

Claire A. (Hall) Morris, 82, of East Street went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Sunday at home. Claire was born in Springfield the daughter of Harry and Grace (Grimes) Hall and has been a life long resident of the city.  She was a self-employed beautician for many years.  She was predeceased by her husband Jacob...

Jul 14, 2017

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Joann M. (O'Rourke) Taugher, 86, died Friday at home with her family by her side.  Joann was born and raised in Westfield, MA and has lived in South Hadley the past 66 years.  A graduate of Westfield High School in 1947, she was Valedictorian of her class and President of the student council her senior year. ...

Jul 12, 2017

Barbara L. (Blanchard) L'Esperance, 85, died Wednesday at Renaissance Manor in Holyoke. She was born in Holyoke and lived most of her life in South Hadley, graduating from South Hadley High School in 1949. Barbara was a communicant of St. Theresa Church and worked at Mt. Holyoke College for 20 years. She leaves her husband Robert L'Esperance, a son...

Jul 12, 2017

Lawrence G. Paro

1932 – 2017

FEEDING HILLS – Lawrence G. Paro, 85, of Feeding Hills passed away on July 12, 2017, at home, surrounded by his family.  Larry was born in Agawam on July 9, 1932, the son of the late Ernest and Rhea (Visneau) Paro. A life long resident of Agawam, Larry was...

Jul 11, 2017

Cecile R. (Beaudoin) Stuntz, 94, died Tuesday in the Holyoke Medical Center. She was born in Holyoke, daughter of the late Emile and Germaine (Hauterman) Beaudoin, the original owners of Ma and Pa's Snack Bar on Memorial Drive. Cecile was a communicant of St. Theresa's Church. She was predeceased by her husband William Stuntz. She leaves her son David Stuntz...

Jul 10, 2017

Robert V.B. Ackerman Sr.

1925 – 2017

FEEDING HILLS – Robert V.B. Ackerman Sr., 91, was placed in God's Hands Monday surrounded by his loving family.  He died in Baystate Medical Center after a long illness.  Bob was born in Worcester and has lived in Agawam most of his life.  He...

Jul 8, 2017

Anisteen Robinson

1933 – 2017

CHICOPEE – Pastor Anisteen (Reed) Robinson, 84, died Saturday in a Chicopee nursing home surrounded by her loving family.  Anisteen was born in Yazoo, MI and came to the Springfield area in 1950.  She was a 35-year social worker for the State of Mass. retiring in 1995.  She was predeceased...

Jul 6, 2017

Jill M. Passerini

1964-2017

WEST SPRINGFIELD-Jill M. Passerini, 53, died Thursday at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Clifton, NJ, grew up in Agawam and has lived in West Springfield for 20 years. Jill worked for Stop and Shop for 21 years where she met lifelong friend, Tammy.  Jill enjoyed chatting...

Jul 5, 2017

Phillip A. Barlow

1929-2017

FEEDING HILLS-Phillip A. Barlow, 87, died Wednesday at the Soldier's Home in Holyoke. He was born in East Longmeadow, son of the late Arthur and Kate (Chapin) Barlow, and has lived in Feeding Hills since 1958. He was an Air Force Veteran of the Korean War. He was a tool and...

Jul 3, 2017

Albert Van Belle, 91, died Monday in Holyoke Medical Center. He was born in France. Albert was loved by his family and friends. He enjoyed taking care of his house and garden and socializing with family and friends. He loved to cook and bake and was known globally for his tasty Madeleines that generated countless smiles, which he enjoyed...

Jul 1, 2017

Rio Rancho, NM – Lance K. Tise, 56, formerly of West Springfield died peacefully with his loving wife of 25 years by his side on July 1, 2017. Lance was born in Springfield, grew up and lived in West Springfield most of his life before moving to New Mexico in 2003. He was a graduate of West Springfield High School...

Jul 1, 2017

Eugene Cyril Germain, beloved father, grandfather, brother and uncle, passed away on Saturday July 1, 2017 after a short stay in the C.W. Bill Young VA Medical Center Hospice in Bay Pines, FL. He spent his final days in the presence of his three sons before entering into eternal rest. He was 80 years old. Gene is survived by...

Jun 27, 2017

Arthur L. "Tom" Pomeroy, 96, died Tuesday at home. He was born in Santa Barbara, Cuba and lived in Montgomery before moving to Agawam. He worked for O'Connell Lumber and served in the Navy during WWII. He leaves his wife Eunice (Holloway) Pomeroy, two daughters Judith Keniston and Linda Morse, both of Montgomery and several grandchildren and great grandchildren....

Jun 25, 2017

Donna Jean Hyland-Sanborn, 60, passed away peacefully, with loved ones by her side, on June 25, 2017.  Born on Sept. 21, 1956 to Clara (Carzello) Sanborn and Donald J. Hyland.  She was predeceased by her father in 1993 and her "Dad", Wayne Sanborn Sr., in 2004.  Donna lived in West Springfield most of her life and attended Baraco Day...

Jun 21, 2017

Florence M. (Theroux) Gallivan, 96, died peacefully at home with the comfort of her loving family at her side on Wednesday, June 21, 2017.   Born on July 28, 1920 in St. Guillaume de'Upton in Canada, she was the daughter of Philippe and Delima (Letendre) Theroux.  Her family emigrated from Canada when she was a young child and although the...