Richard H. Meyer
Jan 7, 2023
Rev. Richard H. Meyer, lovingly known as Pastor, Sensei, Pedo, Dick, Dad or Grandpa, passed from this life into Eternal Life on January 7, 2023. Throughout his 100 years on this earth, he heeded the guidance and promise of the Lord to lead him “in the path of righteousness for His name's sake.” His response to God’s guidance, “Speak, Lord,...
Deane L. Morin
Dec 20, 2022
Deane L. Morin, 57, of Holyoke, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on Tuesday December 20, 2022, at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield. Deane was born in Greenfield, MA, on November 29, 1965 to the late Fred A. Morin and Margaret J. (Choiniere) Morin. He moved to Florida as a young boy and returned to Massachusetts as a teen...
Ramesh Dhanraj
Dec 12, 2022
Ramesh Dhanraj, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Holyoke on Monday, December 12, 2022, at the age of 52. Ramesh was born on October 1, 1970, in Berbice, Guyana, the son of Errol J. Dhanraj and Joyce R. Barran. He was raised and educated in Guyana, before migrating to the United States and residing in Holyoke for over 18...
Normand J. Lusignan
Dec 4, 2022
Holyoke - Normand J Lusignan, 92, Holyoke, Ma. passed away peacefully on December 4, 2022, just 4 Days shy of his 93rd birthday. He was born in Holyoke to Wilfred and Blanche (Vachon) Lusignan. The family thanks Bellamy Fields assisted living Dover, NH for their Professional and kind care, during the last fourteen months. We are comforted in knowing he...
Bruce R. Butman
Nov 27, 2022
Southampton – Bruce Robert Butman, 73, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday November 27th, 2022 in the arms of his loving daughter and with his family by his side. Born in Springfield to Warren and Marie (Lacroix) Butman, he was a longtime area resident. Bruce served his country honorably in the United States Army where he completed a tour...
Atty Harold Francis Brunault J.D.
Nov 21, 2022
Attorney Harold Francis Brunault, J.D., beloved husband of 64 years of Paula G. (Gagliarducci) Brunault, passed away on Monday, November 21, 2022, at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield at the age of eighty-eight. Harold was born February 12, 1934, in Holyoke, MA, the son of Ernest William and Veronica K. (Barot) Brunault. He was raised and educated in the flats...
John David Keith
Oct 4, 2022
John David Keith, 71, of Westfield, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday October 4, 2022. Born in Rochester, NH to William and Betty (Creane) Keith, he was a longtime area resident. John was co-owner and operator of Advanced Heating and Air Conditioning, where he thoroughly enjoyed working right up until recently. John is survived by his loving and devoted...
Claire Roy Dionne
Sep 30, 2022
Westfield – Our dear mother Claire Dionne sadly passed away on September 30, 2022, at the age of 74 in Westfield, MA where she lived. She was a wonderful mother who was always there when we needed her. She was predeceased by two sons, Jacque and Andre and is survived by her daughter, Bridget Dionne of Agawam, her sons, Daniel...
David F. Desroches
Sep 4, 2022
David Francis Desroches, beloved husband of 51 years of Cheryle A. (Bisson) Desroches, passed away on Sunday, Sept. 4, at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield at the age of 68. David was born on October 1, 1953, in Holyoke, MA, a son of George E. and Henrietta E. (Fournier) Desroches. He was raised and educated in Holyoke, later attending Holyoke...
Walter B. Mertes
Aug 10, 2022
Walter Bruno Mertes, 85, of Holyoke, passed away on Wednesday, August 10th, 2022, at Holyoke Medical Center. Born in Weisskirchen, Serbia, formerly Yugoslavia, to Philipp and Amalia (Schetz) Mertes, he immigrated to the United States in 1956 becoming a USA citizen and longtime Holyoke resident. Walter was a toolmaker by trade and was the former owner and operator of Tirex...
Thaddeus "Ted" J. Sawicki
Jul 31, 2022
Thaddeus “Ted” J. Sawicki, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 31, 2022, at the family home in Granby, MA, at the age of 66. Ted was born on August 19, 1955, in Holyoke, MA, a son of Jan and Stefania (Moczydlowski) Sawicki. He was raised and educated in Holyoke and was a graduate of Holyoke Catholic High School. Ted was...
Eileen M. Lynskey
Jul 17, 2022
Eileen M. Lynskey 1944 - 2022 Eileen passed on to her next journey in the thankful arms of her three loving children. Born on September 5, 1944, Eileen was a lifelong resident of Holyoke. She received a Catholic school education and graduated from Sacred Heart in 1962. Her strong faith continued to grow which led her to over 30 years...
Jose R. Cruz
Jun 26, 2022
Jose R. Cruz, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, June 26, 2022, at the age of 54. Jose was born on July 30, 1967, in Ponce, Puerto Rico, a son of Juan Rivera-Torres and Maria Catalina Luciano Rivera, he was a longtime resident of Holyoke and most recently Chicopee. Juan was currently employed as a Landscaper and worked at James River...
Dorothy J. Bober
Jun 20, 2022
We are sad to announce the death of Dorothy Janice (Hamel) Bober, 81, of South Hadley, MA. She passed away at home on June 20, 2022, surrounded by her loved ones after a long illness. She was predeceased by her parents, Francis Hamel and the former Stasia A. Rogala of Chicopee. In 1963, she met Robert Walter Bober, and they...
Roland J. Laverdiere
Jun 11, 2022
Roland J. Laverdiere, of Westfield and beloved husband of Beverly (Stucenski) Laverdiere, passed away on Saturday, June 11, 2022, at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield at the age of 72. Roland was born in Holyoke, MA, a son of Armand and Rose (Beauchemin) Laverdiere, he was raised and educated in Holyoke and was a graduate of Holyoke Trade and later...
Phyllis J. Constance
Jun 7, 2022
Phyllis J. (Call) Constance, raised up to the Lord on June 7, 2022. She was born in 1932 in Gloucester, MA to Sumner and Mary (Joseph) Call. Phyllis was a 1950 graduate of Gloucester High School and was employed as a Histologist in Holyoke Hospital for over 30 years. Her beautiful soprano voice could be heard every Sunday at Holy...
Bruce Phillip Ambuter
May 23, 2022
BRUCE PHILLIP AMBUTER August 18, 1946 – May 23, 2022 Bruce Ambuter, son of William and Irma Ambuter, unexpectedly passed away at Holyoke Hospital on May 23, 2022. He is survived by his wife, Betsy Ambuter; his adult child, Ryan Hollins Ambuter; granddaughter, Quincy; stepsons Buran and Ashavan Doyon; nephews and nieces; cousins; and long-time associates and friends. A celebration...
Gary R. Champagne
May 14, 2022
Holyoke – Gary Raymond Champagne, 68, lifelong resident of Holyoke, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday May 14, 2022, surrounded by his loving family at his side. Born in Holyoke to Raymond and Marie (Canata) Champagne. Gary was a loving husband and father. He had a big heart and liked helping people. He donated to many charities and gave...
Carol J. Chagnon
Apr 18, 2022
Holyoke – Carol J. (Fleming) Chagnon, 82, passed away Monday April 18, 2022, at UMass Memorial Medical Center in Worcester. Born in Holyoke to George and Laura (Forester) Fleming, she was a 1958 graduate of Holyoke High School. Carol was employed as a Receptionist at the Holyoke YMCA for many years and was a member of St. Jerome Church in...
Jean Mary Wenzel
Apr 12, 2022
Holyoke – Jean Mary (Murphy) Wenzel, 84, of Holyoke, passed away peacefully on Tuesday April 12th, 2022, at The Atrium in Agawam. She was born February 2, 1938, to the late William and Margaret V. (Curtin) Murphy of Holyoke and a graduate of Sacred Heart High School, class of 1955. Jean worked at the Hadley Falls Trust Co. and later...
