Obituaries

Sep 19, 2025

Gracie M. Oliver, 92, of East Longmeadow, passed away peacefully on September 19, 2025, surrounded by the compassionate care of her devoted nurses and caregivers. She was born on October 24, 1932, to the late Lesavee (Flowers) Coleman. She is lovingly survived by her cousins, Marian Baugh of Missouri and Linda Reed of California; her best friend, Joanne Eberhart; and...

Sep 17, 2025

Jeanne M. Bourguignon, 87, of Chicopee, Massachusetts, passed away on September 17, 2025. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, 25 Mill Street, Springfield, MA has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Sep 15, 2025

Theresa A. Lombardi, 67, of Westfield, Massachusetts, passed away on September 15, 2025. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, 25 Mill Street, Springfield, MA has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Sep 12, 2025

Karen J. Averette, 57, of Ware, Massachusetts, passed away on September 12, 2025. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, 25 Mill Street, Springfield, MA has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Sep 11, 2025

Robin W. Rosso, 70, of East Longmeadow, MA, passed away peacefully with the sun on her face, surrounded by the comfort and care of her family. She was born on April 27, 1955, to the late Henry and Mary Phoebe Dunker. Robin was a devoted homemaker who cared deeply for her family. She is predeceased by her beloved husband, Richard...

Sep 6, 2025

Robert Thomas Gosselin of Agawam, Massachusetts, a beloved father, brother, grandfather, and friend, passed away on September 6, 2025, at the age of 75.

Born in Holyoke, Massachusetts, on November 15, 1949, he was the son of the late Russell J. Gosselin and Michaeline A. (Lonczak) Gosselin. Robert proudly served his country as a member of the United States Marine Corps,...

Sep 4, 2025

Debra C. Hill, 72, of Springfield, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on September 4, 2025. A memorial service will be held on Friday, September 12, from 6–8 p.m. at New England Funeral & Cremation Center, 25 Mill Street, Springfield, MA. Please visit Debra’s memorial page at www.nefcc.net for expressions of sympathy.

Sep 2, 2025

Sep 2, 2025

Lynn Patruno, beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, nana, and friend, passed away on September 2, surrounded by family at the age of 56.

Lynn’s vibrant spirit left an impression on everyone who knew her. Known as the life of the party, she had a way of making every gathering brighter with her warmth and humor. She welcomed everyone with open arms...

Aug 31, 2025

Barbara J. Gaffron, 81, of Springfield, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 31, 2025. 

Born in New York on February 11, 1944, she was the daughter of the late Stanley and Mary (Gunska) Suchoski. 

Barbara dedicated her life to the service of others, ultimately finding her calling as a compassionate and devoted social worker. She believed deeply in the power of...

Aug 30, 2025

Lorraine Rose Golba, 89, of Holyoke, Massachusetts, passed away on August 30, 2025. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, 25 Mill Street, Springfield, MA has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Aug 14, 2025

William R. Jenkins Jr, 78, of East Longmeadow passed away peacefully at Baystate Medical Center on August 14, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. Billie was predeceased by his parents William R. Jenkins Sr. and Rejeanne (Dupuis) Jenkins and his devoted sister Gail Fiorentino. Billie was a graduate of Technical High School. He was a life long golfer and spent...

Aug 10, 2025

William "Bill" McCarthy passed away on Sunday, August 10th, 2025, at his residence in Springfield. He leaves behind his mother, Kathleen Truman and stepfather Wendall Truman of Windsor Locks, Connecticut; his sister Jennifier Cruz and brother-in-law Rich Cruz; brother Christopher Sullivan and sister-in-law Rebecca Sullivan. Bill also leaves behind many beloved nieces and nephews, including one grand-nephew. In addition, he also...

Aug 4, 2025

HAROLD E. WASHINGTONBorn in Charleston South Carolina Sept . 21, 1947. Entered into eternal rest Aug. 2, 2025He was the son of Edmund & Anne (Brown) Washington. He had 10 siblings that preceded him in death. One sister, Deabrah Simmons. Two wonderful sisters-in-law Beatrice of N. Charleston (George), Lillian of Charleston, Paulette Verta (Harrison), Hattie Mae, Judy of Miami FL....

Aug 2, 2025

Sheryl A. Sutcliffe, 70, of Westfield, Massachusetts, passed away on August 2, 2025. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, 25 Mill Street, Springfield, MA has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Jul 31, 2025

Eileen M. Laforge, 75, of East Longmeadow, Massachusetts, passed away on July 31, 2025. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, 25 Mill Street, Springfield, MA has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Jul 27, 2025

Francis A. Noble, 77, of Westfield, Massachusetts, passed away on July 27, 2025. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, 25 Mill Street, Springfield, MA has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Jul 26, 2025

Barbara C. Desmarais, 67, of Chicopee, Massachusetts, passed away on July 26, 2025. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, 25 Mill Street, Springfield, MA has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Jul 20, 2025

Louis Phillip Magras, affectionately known as “Pegaro,” 92, originally from St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, and most recently of Chicopee, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2025. Born on November 17, 1932, in St. Thomas, he was the son of the late Bernard Magras and Marie Magras Morales. Louis proudly served his community for 26 years in the Virgin...

Jul 18, 2025

James J. Veilleux, 40, of Springfield, Massachusetts, passed away on July 18, 2025. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, 25 Mill Street, Springfield, MA has been entrusted with the arrangements.