Lois A. Furmaniuk

On October 9, 2026, the world bid farewell to a remarkable woman, Lois Furmaniuk, who was born on September 30, 1939, in Clinton, Massachusetts. Lois was a woman of great strength, resilience, and a love for life that was contagious to all who knew her. She was a beacon of light and joy, bringing happiness to her loved ones. As Emily Dickinson once said, "Unable are the loved to die, for love is immortality." And Lois, with her infinite capacity for love, will undoubtedly live on in the hearts of her family and friends.

Relocating to Winchendon, Massachusetts, in 1977, Lois built a life full of love and laughter. She was a dedicated employee at General Electric in Fitchburg, MA, until her early retirement in 1998. Her retirement was not one to remain idle but to spend quality time with her grandchildren, teaching them to love the outdoors as much as she did. Lois's fondness for nature was evident in her pastime activities, which included gardening during the summer and solving puzzles during the winter, a testament to her active and engaged spirit. Lois had a tradition of taking her cherished dog, Pepe, and Clayton for drives to indulge in a cheeseburger at McDonald's or ice cream, simple pleasures that brought her immense joy.

Lois was the beloved mother of Judy Uguccioni and Esther Peckham, mother-in-law to Richard Uguccioni and Danny Peckham, and doting grandmother to Amber, Spencer, and Isaac. Her love for them was boundless, and her pride in their accomplishments was evident to anyone who knew her. She was the beloved partner of Clayton Campbell, and together they shared many years of love and companionship. Lois was predeceased by her husband, Zygmund Furmaniuk, her daughter Cynthia Furmaniuk, her parents Frederick Rauscher and Esther Rauscher.

Her life was a testament to the words of Maya Angelou who once said, "People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." Lois made those around her feel loved, cherished, and appreciated. She will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Family and friends are invited to share memories and upload photos to the memorial page below in honor of Lois. Your stories and pictures will serve as a comforting reminder of the love and joy Lois brought to our lives.

Calling Hours will be held on October 17, 2026 from 1:00-2:00PM with a service to follow at 2:00PM at Stone-Ladeau Funeral Home, 343 Central St., Winchendon, MA.