Obituaries
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
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
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.
Professional life...
Leona Chambers
Apr 4, 2025
WEST BROOKFIELD: Leona Chambers, 35, formerly of West Brookfield, died April 4, in Salem Hospital after a long battle with leukemia.
She leaves her 3 children Damien, Aidyn and Leah, her father and mother Edward and Linda (Chambers) Dashnaw of West Brookfield, her brother Tyler Dashnaw of Springfield, 2 sisters Erica Woodford of Warren, Jaquelyn Dashnaw of West Brookfield, her paternal...
Karen E. Horton
Mar 29, 2025
HOLLAND, MA – Karen E. Horton, 79, of Stafford Road, died March 29, at Rose Monahan Hospice.
She leaves her sister, Sherill Hebert of Punta Gorda, Florida, cousins and many friends.
She graduated from Iowa Wesleyan College and was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant the day of her college graduation. Following graduation, she went straight to internship and residency as a registered...
Brenda Dumas-Girouard
Mar 28, 2025
Brenda Dumas-Girouard, 66, of Nelco Ave, Dudley, passed away peacefully at her home on March 28, 2025, after a long battle with illness.
Brenda was a devoted homemaker and cherished mother to her two daughters, Kerri Diaz-Hernandez of Southbridge and Tanya Dumas of Connecticut.
She was a proud and loving grandmother to five grandchildren: Taylor, Isaiah, Ryleigh, Ayden and Chase who brought...
Margaret K. Darling
Mar 14, 2025
Margaret Kimball Darling, 85, of Fiskdale, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2025. She was surrounded by family as well as her pastor, Dan Maketansky, and friends from Holland Congregational Church, in Sturbridge, MA.
Margaret was born in Worcester MA, on September 9, 1939; the daughter of Herbert Cowling Kimball and Helen Crawford Lingham. Margaret was raised in Southbridge, MA...
Joseph A Fera
Mar 12, 2025
Joseph Anthony Fera, 83, born on January 23rd, 1942, in Providence, RI, passed away peacefully on March 12th, 2025, surrounded by his family after a brief illness. He was the son of the late Albert Fera and Anna (Guinta) Fera and brother to the late Ann (Fera) Marston. He is survived by his loving and loyal wife of 42 years,...
Michael T. Jackson
Mar 6, 2025
NORTH BROOKFIELD: Michael T. Jackson, aged 63, passed away on March 6, 2025, at UMASS after a brave battle with illness.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 46 years, Brenda (Tretheway) Jackson, and his children: daughter Lisa Kuhne of Waterbury, CT, and son Benjamin Jackson of Alamogordo, New Mexico. Michael also leaves behind five brothers—Grover Adams, Gary Adams, Russell...
Cindy Lee LaPlante
Mar 5, 2025
Southbridge: Cindy Lee (Loranger) LaPlante, 65, passed away peacefully on March 5th, 2025, after a brief illness at her home in Southbridge, MA.
Cindy is survived by her beloved daughter, Kara Earnest, and her cherished granddaughter, Kylee Trifone. She is also remembered by her brother, Mitch Loranger of Dudley, and her sister, Deb Hemunski, residing in Florida.
Born on May 26th, 1959,...
May Rita Normandin
Mar 4, 2025
May Rita (Desrosiers) Normandin, 71, formerly of Southbridge, passed away on March 4, 2025, in Otis at her sister's home.
Rita’s resilience and positive attitude in the face of pancreatic cancer inspired her family and friends for over four years as she tirelessly battled her disease. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Jack Normandin, who passed away in...
Paul J. Simpson
Feb 9, 2025
STURBRIDGE/WARE: Paul J. Simpson, 78, passed away on February 9, 2025, in Wing Hospital following an illness.
Paul is remembered by his two sons, Matthew J. Simpson and his wife Holly of Sturbridge, and Andrew P. Simpson and his wife Christy of Ware. He is also survived by his brother, David W. Simpson and his wife Marcia (Garieri) of Sturbridge; his...
KATHERINE E. (Mitchell) KING
Feb 4, 2025
Charlton: Katherine E. (Mitchell) King, affectionately known as Kay, entered this world on September 3, 1927, and departed from it on February 4, 2025, at Harrington Hospital in Southbridge surrounded by loved ones. She leaves behind a legacy woven together with love, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to her family and community.
She was predeceased by her husband of 60 years Louis...
Alice A Baron
Jan 23, 2025
ROCHDALE/STURBRIDGE – Alice A. Baron, 77, of Rochdale died on January 23rd, 2025, after an illness.
Born May 17th, 1947 at Harrington Hospital in Southbridge MA, she was the only child of Francis A. “Millie/Fran” (Nichols) Baron (1906-1966) and Anthony “Tim” Baron (1909-1978) of Sturbridge, MA.
Alice was raised on the family dairy farm in Sturbridge/Charlton, MA. She lived there after the...
Russell E Dupont
Jan 19, 2025
CHARLTON: Russell E. Dupont, aged 81, of Charlton, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 19, 2025, at Overlook. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Linda (Packer) Dupont, who passed on March 1, 2022.
Russ is survived by his son, John Dorman of Springfield along with his wonderful daughter in law, Melissa and his step-daughter, Risa Britton of North Salem, NY....
Michael Brooks
Jan 14, 2025
PAWTUCKET, RI – Michael L. Brooks, 61, passed away on January 14th, 2025, in Miriam Hospital after a brief illness.
Michael Brooks, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, uncle, and brother, passed away, leaving behind a legacy of love, service, and dedication to helping others.
He is survived by his wife, Tracey Belanger-Brooks; his son Brandan Belanger, Brandan’s fiancée, Sara Lasky, and...
Kandis Miner
Jan 4, 2025
Kandis Miner, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on January 4, 2025, in Sturbridge, Massachusetts. Born on March 10, 1956, in Schenectady, New York, she dedicated her life to serving others, particularly as a retired aide at Guilderland Center Nursing Home Guilderland Center, NY
Kandis was a passionate individual with a wide array of interests. She found joy and...
Anne S.L. Shaw
Jan 3, 2025
SOUTHBRIDGE - Anne (Litchfield) Shaw, 87, of Southbridge, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2025, at Harrington Hospital.
She is survived by her devoted husband of 57 years, John C. Shaw Sr.; her son John C. Shaw Jr. and his wife Paige of Sturbridge; her daughter Jean Pierce and her husband John of State College, PA; and her brother John Litchfield...
Margaret A. Robinson
Dec 21, 2024
Margaret Ann Robinson On Saturday, December 21, 2024, Margaret Ann Robinson, 83, passed away peacefully after a 10-year struggle with Parkinson's disease. She leaves behind her loving husband of 63 years, Timothy E. Robinson, Sr. Despite the challenges, she faced each day with courage and strength, leaving behind a lasting impact on her family and those who knew her.
Margaret was...
Edward Blodgett
Dec 18, 2024
Edward A. Blodgett was born to Lewis and Gladys Blodgett on August 21, 1944. He died December 18, 2024 after a short illness.
He was a lifelong resident of Holland, MA. He graduated in 1963 from Tantasqua High School in Sturbridge, MA and received a Bachelor’s degree in1968 from Atlantic Union College in South Lancaster, MA.
He is survived by his wife,...
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