Obituaries
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...
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
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,...
Mark D. Williard
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...
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...
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