Obituaries
Betty Anne Edwards
Oct 12, 2023
Betty Anne Edwards, 83, formally of Winchendon, Ma passed away on October 12, 2023 at Quabbin Valley Nursing Home in Athol, Ma.Betty was born on July 13, 1940. Betty was a lifelong resident of Winchendon, Ma. She enjoyed spending time at the Senior Center as well as with her family.Betty leaves behind a sister, Arline Foley of Orange, Ma; as...
Brenda E. (Martin) Duval
Oct 6, 2023
Brenda E. (Martin) Duval, born on August 15, 1942, in Winchendon, Massachusetts, died October 6, 2023 at her home after an illness.
Brenda graduated from Murdock High School in 1960 and then stepped into the workforce, holding positions at New England Telephone, CO., Vello Ots Mobile Lunch, and small local furniture manufacturing businesses doing decorative painting. She was resilient...
David LaDeau
Oct 1, 2023
Winchendon, MA, David A. LaDeau, 74, died Sunday, October 1, 2023, at Quabbin Valley Nursing Home, in Athol, MA, after an illness. He was born in Winchendon on September 1, 1949, the son of the late Harold and Virginia (Mann) LaDeau. He graduated from Murdock High School, Class of 1967. David worked in his earlier years at Amenta Bros....
Michael Gould
Sep 29, 2023
Winchendon-Michael J. Gould, 66, died on Friday, September 29, 2023 at Tufts Medical Center after an illness.
He leaves his two sons, Joshua Gould of Gardner, Justin Gould of Westminster, and one daughter-in-law, Elizabeth Gould of Fredericksburg, VA, five grandchildren, Elliot, Camden, Brandon Jr., Brody and Rory; One great-granddaughter, Kate; three brothers and three sisters, Skipper Gould, Sheila Marino, Donna...
Carter James Veilleux
Sep 28, 2023
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Carter Veilleux, a beloved son, brother, grandson, and nephew, who left this world far too soon on September 28, 2023. Born on June 23, 2010, in Gardner, Carter spent his short but vibrant life in Winchendon. He was an active, bright, and promising young man who brought joy and...
Emile Edgar Daigle
Sep 24, 2023
Emile Edgar Daigle, affectionately known as Ed, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2023. He was born on November 28, 1933 in Gardner, Massachusetts and was a long term resident of Otter River.
Ed was a devoted husband to Pauline (Patria) for 65 years. He was a supportive father to Brian Daigle and his wife Katherine, Bonnie Farineau and...
Victor (Tom) "Buckey" Flis, Jr
Sep 20, 2023
We celebrate the life of Victor (Tom)” Bucky” Flis, Jr., who was born on January 26, 1950, in Gardner, Massachusetts. He lived a life true to his nature—uncomplicated, sincere, and full of kindness. Victor passed away on September 20, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of simple joys and heartwarming memories.Victor dedicated a significant part of his life to the U.S....
Keith Otto
Sep 15, 2023
Winchendon - Keith Wayne Otto, passed away on September 15, 2023, at the Lutheran Rehabilitation Skilled Care Center in Worcester, MA. He was 89 years old.
Keith was born November 25, 1933, to Alfred and Irene (Voecks) Otto in Pierce, Nebraska. He was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith at Zion Lutheran Church in Pierce.
Keith graduated from Pierce...
Pierre A Veilleux
Sep 12, 2023
Pierre A. Veilleux, entered into eternal life on September 12, 2023, after a long battle with Parkinson's disease and cancer. A man who made the most of his 81 years and left an indelible mark on the world he loved. Born in Winchendon, Massachusetts on July 26, 1942, Pierre was a man of grit and determination, a self-made man...
Linda Sue Tobia
Sep 5, 2023
In the words of Maya Angelou, "People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Linda Tobia, born on September 19, 1940, in Winchendon. Linda was an extraordinary woman who touched the lives of many...
Kimberly Ann Porter
Sep 5, 2023
Winchendon- Kimberly Ann (Rocheleau) Porter, 53 died at her home after an illness.she leaves her husband, John F. Porter, Jr.; two children, Brian Lafrennie of Winchendon, and Tia Covey of Winchendon; her two grandchildren, Jordan Peterson, Jr. and Brayden Peterson, both of Winchendon; her very close nephew whom she grew up with, Chris Duval; and many other nieces and...
Richard P Vaillancourt
Sep 2, 2023
Gardner-Richard P. Vaillancourt, 63, passed from this life into eternal life Saturday, September 2, 2023, at UMass Medical Center in Worcester after a sudden illness.
He leaves his daughter, Rebecca Mikuszewski, and her husband, Dana; two granddaughters, Dana Lynn and Moriah Mikuszewski, all of Gardner; five brothers, Randall Vaillancourt of Gardner, Raymond Vaillancourt, and his wife, Susan of Winchendon, Roger Vaillancourt...
Mary Rose Herbert
Sep 1, 2023
Mary Rose Herbert, born on November 11, 1949, in Winchendon, departed from us on September 1, 2023. A lifelong resident of Gardner, Mary Rose spent over four decades in Gardner, creating a rich and vibrant life. Known for her charismatic personality and her infectious love for life, she brought joy and laughter to everyone who was fortunate to know her.Mary...
Joshua Robichaud
Aug 31, 2023
Joshua David Paul Robichaud of Winchendon
Born in Edmonton Alberta ,Canada
8/30/1989-8/31/2023
"ROBIE"
It's with Great sadness that my son "ROBIE" struggled and lost his battle to Mental health and Addiction.
He was on the road to recovery and so proud of himself for everything he accomplished and was looking forward to a sober life and to reunite...
Bradley Ernest Lehtonen
Aug 31, 2023
Bradley Ernest Lehtonen, also known as Brad, passed away peacefully on August 31, 2023, at the age of 80. Born on July 1, 1943, in Fitchburg, MA, he resided in Templeton, Massachusetts. He was a cherished son to his late parents, Ernest and Valma Lehtonen, and a devoted husband to his late wife, Glenna Lehtonen, whom he married on...
Richard T Boisvert
Aug 29, 2023
Winchendon-Richard T. Boisvert, Sr. 85, died Tuesday, August 29, 2023, at Alliance at Baldwinville after an illness. He was the husband of 66 years to the late Betty Ann (Christian) Boisvert, who died on June 3, 2023. He leaves his three children, Richard T. Boisvert, Jr. of Gardner, Sharon Boisvert of Winchendon, and Darin Boisvert and his wife Christine of Westminster...
Kenneth Joseph Banas
Aug 26, 2023
Kenneth Joseph Banas, known as Ken, passed away peacefully on August 26, 2023, at the age of 81. Born on March 16, 1942, in Adams, Massachusetts. Ken lived most of his years in Templeton, Massachusetts, however in late 2022 he was admitted to the Applewood Home for Elders in Athol. Ken previously lived in Adams and Cheshire.
Ken was...
Kenneth A Lovell
Aug 20, 2023
TEMPLETON - Kenneth A. Lovell, 89, passed away Sunday, August 20, 2023 at Alliance Health at Baldwinville.
Kenneth was born on October 27, 1933, in Putney, Vt, the son of the late Clarence and Alberta (Hall) Lovell. He grew up in Templeton on a farm on South Rd and has resided in Templeton all his life. He attended schools...
Jeffrey Alan Girouard
Aug 13, 2023
Gardner- Jeffrey Alan Girouard, 61, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 13, 2023, at Fitchburg Healthcare after an illness.He leaves his wife, Kathaleen (Wilder) Girouard; his mother Arlene Josephine (Jazakewicz) Girouard of Gardner, two daughters, Stephanie Girouard and her fiance James Roncarati of Westfield, MA, Jennifer Girouard of Phillipston, Jessica Tervo and significant other Jeremy Hart of Winchendon, Amy Allen...
Patricia Esther Fothergill
Aug 10, 2023
Patricia Esther Fothergill née Batchelder of Gardner, MA lost her battle with cancer Thursday, August 10, 2023 surrounded by family. She was 68 years old. She leaves behind a sister Lorraine Metzger, daughters Cheryl Wooster and Malinda Fothergill, a niece Amy Doucette, grandchildren Amber, Lucy, Zoe and Charlie, along with many nieces and nephews.
Patricia enjoyed spending time with...
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