Obituaries
David Newton Casavant
Jan 28, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we bid farewell to a remarkable man,
David Newton Casavant, who died peacefully on January 28, 2025. Fondly known as "Cazzie" to his friends and loved ones, David leaves a legacy that will forever be cherished. Born in 1940 on the Fourth of July in Winchendon, Massachusetts, David was an unforgettable character touching everyone...
Barbara Violet Nicholson
Jan 28, 2025
Barbara Violet Nicholson
Born Feb 21st 1961 passed away January 28th 2025 suddenly due to a short sickness with her family surrounding her.
Barbara graduated with her GED from Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School. A hard working single mother working for many years at different companies such as Busy Hands, H&R 1871 and TRW. Barbara leaves her daughter Ericka Nicholson, son James...
Michael C. Matthews
Jan 27, 2025
Michael Christopher Matthews, known affectionately as Mike by those who loved him, was a beacon of laughter and intellect, whose presence radiated joy and wisdom. Born on July 20, 1972, in Lowell, Massachusetts, Mike was a man whose life was painted with broad strokes of creativity, humor, and loyalty. In the words of Mark Twain, "The secret of success is...
Martine P Wade
Jan 26, 2025
Martine Phyllis (Dubay)Wade, 90, of Winchendon,MA passed away peacefully surrounded by family, on Sunday, January 26,2025. She was the daughter of the late Anthelm Dubay and Emilienne (Collin) Dubay of Van Buren Maine. Martine dedicated a significant part of her life to the service of others. She worked tirelessly as a nursing assistant, offering comfort and care to those in...
Jeannette M. Dion
Jan 25, 2025
Jeannette M. Dion, known affectionately by many as "Net," was a beacon of love, loyalty, and resilience who brightened the lives of all who knew her. Born on September 11, 1942, in Berlin, NH, Jeannette's life was a testament to her unwavering faith and her deep love for her family and friends. Her journey led her from her birthplace in...
Gerald Clifford LeBlanc
Jan 20, 2025
Gerald Clifford LeBlanc, better known as “Jerry” or “JJ”, was not your average Joe. Born on the 5th of September 1949, in Waltham, MA to Gerald C. (who lost his life during the Korean War in 1951, battling to save his troops) and Mercedes I (Archambeault) LeBlanc.
Jerry shook this world with his gregarious presence until the 20th of January 2025...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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