Obituaries

Irene G Rodier

Irene G Rodier

Jan 20, 2025

It is with a deep sense of loss that we announce the passing of Irene Rodier, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother. Born on the 4th of July 1929 in Greenville, NH, Irene was a beacon of light and joy to all who knew her. She is remembered as a tireless woman whose strength and determination were as inspiring as...

Edith Race

Edith Race

Jan 19, 2025



Edith Race, a vibrant and beloved soul, passed away on January 19, 2025, just shy of her 94th birthday. Born on January 20, 1931, in Lunenburg, Massachusetts, Edith's life was a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Her journey, filled with joy and sorrow, love and loss, was nothing short of extraordinary. In the words of Albert Schweitzer,...

Patricia Walter

Patricia Walter

Jan 19, 2025

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Patricia Jane (Lord) Walter, a woman as thoughtful as she was compassionate, who left us on January 19, 2025. Born on December 23, 1945, in Winchendon, MA, Patricia carried the essence of her birthplace with her throughout her life. Known for her creative spirit, she was an independent...

Raymond A. Podesta

Raymond A. Podesta

Jan 17, 2025

Raymond A. Podesta (August 26, 1956 - January 17, 2025)

Ray passed away peacefully Friday January 17, 2025. He was born in Monongahela, PA and moved to Holden MA, where he grew up. He resided in Winchendon MA for 21 years with his wife Dawn. Ray was an endoscopy technician prior to retirement and served as an EMT saving people’s lives....

Craig S. Ingel

Craig S. Ingel

Jan 16, 2025

Craig Steven Ingel, a loving and resilient man of Fitchburg, Massachusetts, passed away on January 16, 2025. He was born on June 12, 1965, in Fitchburg, MA, to his parents Linda and Salvatore Ingel. Known for his funny and humble nature, Craig was a cherished member of the community and a 1983 graduate of Fitchburg High School.

Craig was a dedicated...

Joyce Barry

Joyce Barry

Jan 16, 2025

Joyce Barry, 87 of Royalston, MA, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2025 at Leominster Rehabilitation and Nursing Facility. Joyce was born in Worcester Massachusetts, grew up in Millbury and later moved to Royalston with her son. 

Joyce worked at Ray Plastics in Winchendon for several years. Her greatest joy in life was the closeness that she shared with her family....

Peter Lee Scott

Peter Lee Scott

Jan 14, 2025

With a heavy heart, we announce the passing of our beloved Peter Scott (March 28, 1951 - January 14, 2025), a man of unwavering dedication and boundless compassion. Born in Gardner, MA, Peter was the heart and soul of his family, always offering a supportive shoulder to lean on and setting an example of love and kindness. As Fredrick Douglass...

Danny Proffitt

Danny Proffitt

Jan 13, 2025

On January 13, 2025, we lost a remarkable man, Danny R. Proffitt, affectionately known as Dan. Born on March 8, 1954, in Bluefield, WV; for the past 27 years, he made his home in Hubbardston, Massachusetts.

Dan was a SSGT in the Army branch of military. He was a combat veteran and served his country for 9 years until being honorably...

B. Phyllis Goguen

B. Phyllis Goguen

Jan 5, 2025

B. Phyllis Goguen, 91, passed away Sunday, January 5, 2025, at the Gardner Rehab and Nursing Center, with loving family by her side. 

Phyllis was born in Leominster on May 18, 1933 a daughter of the late Leo and Esther (Bilow) Levesque. 

She was the wife of 56 years to the late William Goguen who died in 2014.

Phyllis leaves one son, Brian...

Paul Joseph LeBlanc

Paul Joseph LeBlanc

Jan 3, 2025

Paul Joseph LeBlanc, born on June 13, 1960, in Winchendon, MA, USA, departed this life on January 3, 2025. Known for his loving nature and dedication to all he held dear. His cheerful presence will be deeply missed by all who had the good fortune of knowing him.

Paul spent 30 years of his professional career as a Color Print Operator...

Kevin A. Young

Kevin A. Young

Dec 31, 2024

Kevin A. Young, 70, of Winchendon, passed away peacefully at home on December 31, 2024. Son of the late James and Mary Young of Templeton.

He was a hard working and dedicated member of the Laborers International Union local 39 retiring after 38 years. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt and fish.

He will be sadly missed by his...

Clifford L. Lisle

Clifford L. Lisle

Dec 30, 2024

Clifford L. (Nichols) Lisle, 76, of Winchendon, MA passed away on December 30, 2024, after a courageous battle with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS). 

Cliff was born to Elmer Lisle and Blanche (Clancy) in Littleton, Massachusetts on March 7, 1948. He was the second of six children born to Blanche, raised by Blanche and stepfather Harold Nichols, spending...

Steven Grenier

Steven Grenier

Dec 29, 2024

Steven W. Grenier, of Winchendon MA, formerly of Orange, MA died December 29, 2024, in his home surrounded by his loved ones.

Steve was born in Fitchburg, MA at Burbank Hospital, August 14, 1958. A son of William and Lorraine Grenier. Steven grew up in Fitchburg, MA, as well as having lived in Gardner and Ashburnham before moving to Orange, MA...

Joanne Therrien

Joanne Therrien

Dec 28, 2024

It is with great sorrow that the family of Joanne (Marcello) Therrien, 74, of Westminster announces her passing on December 28, 2024. Joanne was born on August 9, 1950, in Leominster, MA to Guido and Ellen Marcello. She lived a life of incredible compassion and an unyielding devotion to her loved ones. Joanne resided in Westminster, Massachusetts, a place she...

Shirley R. Arceci

Shirley R. Arceci

Dec 28, 2024

WINCHENDON - Shirley R. Arceci, 95, of Ipswich Drive, Winchendon, Massachusetts passed away peacefully December 28th at Alliance Health at Baldwinville, 51 Hospital Road, Templeton, MA after a short residence.

Shirley was born in Winchendon, Massachusetts on September 21, 1929, the daughter of Edward and Blanche (Ouellette) Homon and remained a lifelong resident of Winchendon.

A 1947 graduate of Murdock High School,...

James O Aiken

James O Aiken

Dec 19, 2024

 It is with deep sadness that his family wishes to note the passing of their patriarch, James Aiken, who died peacefully on December 19, 2024, at Heywood Hospital. 

 He was born on June 24, 1936 in Gardner, MA to the late George W. and Nina M. (Brooks) Aiken. Jim lived a life defined by old school values like clarity of purpose,...

Susan A. Fuller

Susan A. Fuller

Dec 10, 2024

  The world has lost a little more laughter, a little more love, and a lot more cakes with the passing of Susan (Sue) Fuller, who traded in her oven mitts for angel wings on December 10, 2024.  Born in Fitchburg, MA, on June 11, 1964, Susan was a compassionate soul who made the world a safer and sweeter place,...

Peter Antonellis

Peter Antonellis

Dec 3, 2024

Peter D. Antonellis, 72, of Winchendon, passed away on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, in Massachusetts General Hospital surrounded by his loving family and close friends. 

Born on June 6, 1952, he was the youngest son of the late Dr. Carl J. Antonellis and Mary (Fewry) Antonellis. Peter was a 1970 graduate of Murdock High School, a 1974 graduate of Boston University,...

Rosemary Elaine Blair

Rosemary Elaine Blair

Dec 2, 2024

Rosemary Blair the daughter of the late Robert and Ruby (Pike) Parmenter. went home to her Lord and

Savior Jesus Christ on Dec. 2nd,  Surrounded by her loving family. She leaves behind a large and loving

family and she will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Her love of family was only second to the love

that she had for her...

James D Alie

James D Alie

Dec 1, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of a remarkable man, James D. Alie (Jim), born on October 3, 1935, in Gardner, MA. A lifelong Templeton resident, Jim was a beacon of unwavering strength, humility, and dedication, always putting his family first. His spirit characterized by his ambitious nature and witty sense of humor, will continue to...