Obituaries

Michael L. Beaudry

Michael L. Beaudry

Jul 8, 2025

STURBRIDGE: Michael L. Beaudry, 68, of McGregory Rd., Sturbridge, passed away peacefully in his home on July 8, 2025, after a brave battle with illness. He was surrounded by his loved ones at the time of his passing.

Michael is survived by his devoted wife of 47 years, Sharon (Young) Beaudry, and their two beloved daughters, Erica Caouette and her husband...

Glenora I. Chenevert

Glenora I. Chenevert

Jul 7, 2025

STURBRIDGE: Glenora M. (Achilles) Chenevert, 86, formerly of Shepard Road, passed away July 7th, at Quaboag Rehab after a period of illness. Glenora is remembered by her step-daughters, Anne Nozzolillo of Thompson and Sheila McCarthy of North Brookfield, as well as her step-sons, Stephen Chenevert of Nevada, Robert Chenevert of New Hampshire, Thomas Chenevert of Sturbridge, Gerald Chenevert of Nevada,...

Carolyn M. Reardon

Carolyn M. Reardon

Jul 2, 2025

HOLLAND - Carolyn M. Reardon, 78, of Brimfield Road, passed away peacefully at home on July 2nd, 2025.

She was predeceased by her mother, Hazel Miedzinski, her brother, Martin Miedzinski, and her partner, Robert Sullivan.

Carolyn is survived by her son, Vincent Sullivan, and his partner, Kayla Mayfield. Carolyn is also remembered by her sister, Georgia Stevens of Maryland, her niece, Anastasia,...

Ismael Pena

Ismael Pena

Jun 27, 2025

SOUTHBRIDGE – Ismael Pena, age 72, of Adeline Street, passed away at Harrington Hospital in Southbridge on June 27, 2025.

He is survived by his daughters, Janice Peña of Toa Alta, Puerto Rico, Tania Figueroa of Southbridge, MA, and Tiffany Peña of Worcester, MA, his son, Ismael Peña Florenciani of VA. He is also remembered as well by several brothers and...

Teena M. Wood

Teena M. Wood

Jun 27, 2025

SOUTHBRIDGE - Teena M. (Artruc) Wood, 68, passed away on June 27, 2025, at her residence on Old Sturbridge Road. Teena was born in Palmer, MA, and grew up in Holland, alongside her five siblings. 

She is survived by her mother, Mary Artruc of Truro, daughter, Angela Lucier of Woodstock; her son, Keith Wood of Hilton Head, South Carolina; her brothers, Randy...

Samuel Palumbo

Samuel Palumbo

Jun 19, 2025

SPENCER: Samuel Palumbo, aged 73, of Howe Road, passed away unexpectedly on June 19, 2025, at his home.

Samuel is survived by his two brothers, Michael and his wife Elaine Palumbo of Sturbridge, Timothy and his wife Rosanne Palumbo of Oxford; his sister-in-law Sandi Palumbo; along with several nephews, nieces, grandnephews, and grandnieces.

Samuel was predeceased by his parents Leonard and Maddelena...

Michael Wilfred Trahan

Michael Wilfred Trahan

Jun 19, 2025

SOUTHBRIDGE: Michael “Mikey” Wilfred Trahan, 76, passed away on Thursday, June 19, 2025, after a battle with lung cancer in Southbridge, MA.

Michael was born on August 28th, 1948, to Rene & Christina (Czyzewski) Trahan of Sturbridge, MA. He graduated from Tantasqua Regional High School in 1966. In his younger years, Michael enjoyed mountain climbing, fencing, playing high school football, and working at Pratt & Whitney...

Dawn Marie Poisson

Dawn Marie Poisson

Jun 19, 2025

BRISTOL - Dawn Marie Poisson, 63, of Windward Lane, Bristol, Rhode Island, passed away on June 19, 2025, at Harrington Memorial Hospital after being stricken ill.

Dawn is survived by her loving husband of 19 years, Michael Poisson, and her two sons, Nicholas Brown of Worcester and Zack Brown of Southbridge. She is also remembered by her step-son Matthew Poisson of...

Ronald Paul Bertrand

Ronald Paul Bertrand

Jun 15, 2025

HOLLAND: Ronald P. “Rascal” Bertrand, age 60, of Sturbridge Road, passed away peacefully at home on June 15, 2025, after valiantly battling cancer.

Ronald is survived by his beloved wife of 34 years, Debra (Burke) Bertrand; their two sons, Steven and Jake Bertrand, both of Holland; his mother, Irene (Pare) Bertrand of Holland and her partner, Louis Parrettie, and a sister,...

Helen A. McDonald

Helen A. McDonald

Jun 14, 2025

WEST BROOKFIELD - Helen A. [Schneider] McDonald passed away on June 14, 2025, peacefully at home.

Helen was born in Turners Falls at home on December 1, 1934, to the late William C. and Dorothy Rau Schneider. At the age of 6, the family moved to Southbridge, where she graduated from the former Mary E. Wells High School. In 1952, she...

E. Beverly Williams

E. Beverly Williams

Jun 8, 2025

FISKDALE: Eleanor ‘Bev’ B. Williams, 89, born in Boston, passed away on June 8th, 2025, at Webster Manor. She is survived by her four children: Denise Matolcsy-Cowden of Webster, MA; Cathleen Burgess of Sarasota, FL; James Williams of Cape Coral, FL; and Pamela Lind of Brimfield, MA. She also leaves behind seven grandchildren: Paul Cowden and his wife Michelle of...

Jonathan s. Krach

Jonathan s. Krach

May 30, 2025

SOUTHBRIDGE: Jonathan Stephan Krach, born January 5, 1961, formerly of Southbridge and Springfield, Mass, passed away unexpectedly of prior heart-related issues on May 30, 2025. A man who lived with intention, with an infectious smile (often devilish), a sparkle and boundless energy touched many.Jonathan leaves behind Lisa, his adored wife of 25 years, co-conspirator in his culinary & life adventures....

Gary Watson

Gary Watson

May 24, 2025

Gary M. Watson Sr., 51, of Webster, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on May 24th, at the Rose Monahan Hospice Home in Worcester. Gary was the son of the late Gary W. Watson and Linda (McKuzes) Watson.

Gary leaves behind his children, Gary Watson II of Oxford and Hannah Watson of Webster, his former wife Peggy Dule, and his best...

Arya LeBeau

Arya LeBeau

May 24, 2025

SOUTHBRIDGE: Arya LeBeau, age 12, passed away on Saturday, May 24, due to injuries she sustained on May 23rd. She is survived by her mother, Charlene Cabrera of Southbridge, and her father, Jeremy LeBeau of Worcester. Her maternal grandparents, Awilda Romero of Southbridge and Dimas Cabrera Jr. of Southbridge, as well as her great grandmother, Raquel Quinones of Buffalo, NY,...

Edwin Ortiz

Edwin Ortiz

May 23, 2025

SOUTHBRIDGE: Edwin Ortiz, 61, passed away on May 23. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Denise (Lavigueur) Ortiz, who passed away on February 20, 2005.

Edwin is survived by his two sons, EJ Ortiz and his companion Bernice Vazquez of Southbridge, and Rico Ortiz of Southbridge, as well as his cherished grandson, Edwin Ortiz III. He also leaves...

Mark D. Willard

Mark D. Willard

May 23, 2025

Brookfield, MA - Mark D Willard, 69, of Brookfield, MA, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2025, returning to the loving arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

He was born in Worcester, MA on December 19, 1955; the son of Donald L Willard Sr. and Ruth (Carlson) Willard. He is pre-deceased by his former wife, Linda Leake, and survived...

Jackson Morehouse

Jackson Morehouse

May 15, 2025

SOUTHBRIDGE: Jackson Morehouse, infant child to Corey Eilert and Shaleea Morehouse died May 15, 2025.

Jackson was born at UMASS-Memorial Hospital and died due to complications.

Besides his parents, he leaves his paternal grandparents, Jay Eilert of Millbury and paternal grandmother Winnie Ogation of Sutton, his maternal grandparents, Raymond and Karie Morehouse of Holland, and his maternal great-grandparents Rainsford and Judith Morehouse...

Jacqueline Baldina

Jacqueline Baldina

Apr 30, 2025

SOUTHBRIDGE: In Loving Memory of Our Beautiful Jacqueline Baldina

A cherished daughter, sister, mother, Gigi, and beloved partner.

Jacqueline Baldina, aged 62, of Morris Street, passed away on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, after being stricken ill at home and passing at the hospital. She was the treasured mother of Mathew Koslowski of Southbridge, and Travis Koslowski of Brimfield, and Jessica Koslowski of...

Andrew C. Godet

Andrew C. Godet

Apr 12, 2025

Holland: It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Andrew C. Godet, who left us on April 12, 2025, at the age of 36. Born on January 26, 1989, Andrew was a gentle soul whose kindness and warmth touched the lives of everyone he encountered.

Andrew was known for his vibrant spirit and his love for life. He...

Erik Morin

Erik Morin

Apr 12, 2025

SOUTHBRIDGE – Erik Morin, 54, of Village Drive, died April 12, at UMASS-Harrington Hospital.

Erik is survived by his loving wife of 18 years, Zina (Gauthier) Morin. He will be missed by his son, Brian Ploof, of Great Falls, Montana, and his daughter, Nicole Ploof, of Southbridge. Erik was also a devoted grandfather to his cherished granddaughters, including his oldest, Addilynn. 

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