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Donald K. Vescovi

ORANGE, MA - Donald K. Vescovi, 83, of Walnut Hill, died peacefully at home on Sunday morning, December 1, 2024 surrounded by loved ones. Born in Orange on January 2, 1941, he was the son of the late Paride and Annabelle (Desrosiers) V... Read More


Dennis C. Hallett

ORANGE, MA - Dennis C. Hallett, 70, of Coombs Avenue, died on Sunday afternoon, December 1, 2024 at home surrounded by loved ones. Born in Athol on July 27, 1954, he was the son of the late Gerald S. "Jake" and Evelyn (Emerson) Hallett... Read More


Marcia A. Connors

Marcia A. (Mulholland) Connors ORANGE, MA - Marcia A. (Mulholland) Connors, 76, of East River Street and formerly of East Main Street, died Monday, November 25, 2024 at Calvary Hospital, Bronx, New York City, NY. Born in Westfield, MA o... Read More


David Edwin Wilder Sr.

David Edwin Wilder, Sr. WENDELL, MA - David E. Wilder Sr., 78, of 126 Wendell Depot Road, Wendell, died November 28, 2024, at Baystate Franklin Medical Center, with his family surrounding him. David battled many illnesses and finally ask... Read More


James V. Harrington

PETERSHAM, MA - James V. Harrington, 78, of East St, Petersham died on Tuesday, November 19, 2024 in a logging accident. Born in Hartford, CT. on April 29, 1946, Jim was the son of William and Caroline (Wilcox) Harrington. He graduated... Read More


Laurette M. Sharrow

Royalston , MA - Laurette M. Sharrow, 71 of Royalston, MA, formerly of Danielson, CT died Friday November 15, 2024 at her home. Beloved wife of John Sharrow, they were married February 9, 1972. She was born August 13, 1953 in Holyoke, M... Read More


Leslie H. Barnes

ORANGE, MA - Leslie H. Barnes, 96, of Burrill Avenue, died surrounded by his family on Thursday, November 21, 2024. Born in Orange on July 24, 1928, he was the son of Harold and Myrtle (Swan) Barnes, and graduated from Orange High Scho... Read More


Charles J. Batutis

ORANGE, MA - Charles J. Batutis, 84, of Prentiss Street, died peacefully at home early Wednesday morning, November 20, 2024 surrounded by loved ones. Born in Athol on January 13, 1940, he was the son of the late John V. and Antena (... Read More


Benjamin H. Shaw

WARWICK, MA - Benjamin Harry Shaw of Warwick unexpectedly passed away surrounded by his beloved brother John's family Friday November 8th at St. Vincent's hospital. The youngest in a family of 7, Ben has always stepped up and cared ... Read More


Joyce Flanigan

Joyce (Ianetta) Flanigan ERVING, MA - Joyce (Ianetta) Flanigan, 77, of State Road, died Friday evening, November 15, 2024 at Quabbin Valley Healthcare in Athol. Born in Cleveland, Ohio on August 28, 1947, she was the daughter of Nichola... Read More


Justin R. Brailey

Phillipston, MA - Justin Robert Brailey, 42, of Phillipston passed peacefully on Nov. 7, 2024. Justin loved music, video games and movies. Justin loved everyone that he met and they loved him just as much. Justin leaves behind ... Read More


Kathleen Ellen Rota

Leominster, MA - Kathleen Ellen Rota, a beloved wife, mother, and member of the Leominster community, passed away peacefully on October 27, 2024. Born in Worcester, Massachusetts on April 12, 1965, Kathleen was known for her selfless al... Read More


Roger C. Bergquist

WARWICK, MA - Roger C. Bergquist, 88, of Wendell Road, died on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at Saint Vincent Hospital in Worcester. Born in Gardner on July 22, 1936, he was the son of Albert and Mabel (Carlson) Bergquist and grew up in O... Read More


Vincent J. Purple

Vincent J. "Bill" Purple Petersham, MA - What can you say about a man who was larger than life? Someone with twinkling blue eyes who made friends everywhere throughout his 100 years? Someone who greeted everyone with a smile and shared h... Read More


Jean I. Hause

Jean I. (Hawkins) Hause ATHOL, MA - Jean I. (Hawkins) Hause, 67, of Morton Meadows, died on September 25, 2024. Born in Athol on June 29, 1957, she was the daughter of the late Curtis and Margaret (Stacy) Hawkins and grew up in Athol, g... Read More


Eleanor M. Curtis

ATHOL, MA - Eleanor M. Curtis, 62, of Harvard Avenue, died Thursday morning, October 24, 2024 at Heywood Hospital in Gardner following an illness. Born in Boston on June 30, 1962, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Mary (O'M... Read More


Thomas R. Stanko

ORANGE, MA - Thomas Richard Stanko, 77, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on October 23, 2024 after a hard fought battle with multiple diseases caused by Agent Orange. Born on July 4, 1947, his life was a testament ... Read More


Richard R. Knight

Baldwinville, MA - Richard R. Knight, 85, of Baldwinville passed away Monday, October 21, 2024 at his home. An avid sportsman, Richard enjoyed hunting, fishing, and found peace in his daily walks. His greatest joy was sharing his knowle... Read More


Francine J. Britt

Francine J. (Teel) Britt ATHOL, MA - Francine J. (Teel) Britt, 78, died on Monday afternoon, October 21, 2024 at Alliance Healthcare at Baldwinville with family by her side. Born in Gardner on May 19, 1946, she was the daughter of Westo... Read More


Florence R. Copeland

Florence R. (Boutelle) Copeland ATHOL, MA - Florence R. (Boutelle) Copeland, 95, of Silver Lake Street, died at home on Friday morning, October 18, 2024, surrounded by loved ones. Born in Phillipston on March 4, 1929, she was the daught... Read More



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