Ruth Elizabeth Martin
Dec 31, 2025
Ruth E. Martin1940-2025West Springfield
Ruth Martin (Laskey), 85, of West Springfield entered eternal rest surrounded by the love of her daughter and her friends at her side at Bear Mountain, West Springfield, December 31st, 2025.How does a person sum up a life of 85 years in a few paragraphs?Born in Melrose Mass, a graduate of Melrose High School, she was a...
Pearl Marie Shea
Dec 19, 2025
Pearl (“Pudgy”) Shea, 89, of Springfield, MA passed away on Friday December 19, 2025, at Baystate Wing Hospital, Palmer MA, where she was in the company of her loving family.
Pearl was born December 8, 1936, in Ludlow, MA, the daughter of the late Alexander and Lottie (Piecuch) Shader. She graduated, salutatorian of her class, from St Thomas Aquinas High School,...
Jacqueline Kiernan
Nov 21, 2025
Jacqueline Stalker Sears Kiernan of Westfield, age 97, passed away on November 21, 2025. She was born on April 3rd, 1928, in Worcester, MA. She grew up in Tewksbury, MA where she was raised by her aunt Astrid Enborg, and two sets of grandparents. Jackie graduated from Tewksbury High School, where she played basketball (half-court, in the style of the...
Reginald Ray Stracener
Nov 15, 2025
Reginald R. Stracener, 82, of Chicopee, Massachusetts, passed away on November 15, 2025. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, 25 Mill Street, Springfield, MA has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Louisa F. Griffith-Slyfield
Nov 8, 2025
A Life and Legacy of Louisa Griffith-Slyfield
Louisa Griffith-Slyfield was born on October 21, 1933, in the Canal Zone of the Republic of Panama. She was the third child of Claude Pedro and Alberta Veronica Yard. She was raised by her grandmother, and the deep devotion to the church shaped her life from the very beginning. At 16 years old, she...
Kathleen Leticia McLellan
Oct 28, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we share the unexpected passing of our dear mother, Kathleen L. McLellan, age 80, on Tuesday, October 28, 2025. Kathleen was born in Brockton, Massachusetts, to Ruth E. Holman on July 16, 1945. Along with her seven siblings, she lived in various locations throughout New England before settling in Springfield. Kathy graduated from Springfield...
Roger Raymond Jalbert
Oct 27, 2025
Roger R. Jalbert, 79, of Palmer, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully by his wife’s side on October 27, 2025. Born on March 25, 1946, he was the son of the late Raymond Albert and Altha Pauline (Turner) Jalbert. Roger proudly served his country in the United States Army and later dedicated his career to public service as a Massachusetts State Trooper....
Efrain Gines Garcia
Oct 14, 2025
Efrain Gines Garcia, 77, of Springfield, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on June 30, 1948, in Manatí, Puerto Rico, to the late Dionisia Garcia and Jose Rafael Gines. Efrain cared deeply for his family and devoted many years to his work as a server and cook. He is survived...
Mark Steven Twining
Oct 14, 2025
Mark Steven Twining, age 65, of Granby, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Holyoke, MA, he was the son of the late Ralph Twining of Holyoke, who passed in 1969, and Carol Spears (Verdin), who passed in 2015. Mark lived a life defined by kindness, humor, and a deep love...
Julia Ann Carmody
Oct 4, 2025
Julia A. Carmody, 82, of South Hadley, Massachusetts, passed away on October 4, 2025. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, 25 Mill Street, Springfield, MA has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Gracie Mae Oliver
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...
Jeanne Mary Bourguignon
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.
Theresa Ann Lombardi
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.
Karen J. Averette
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.
Robin W. Rosso
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...
Robert Thomas Gosselin
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,...
Debra C. Hill
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.
Lynn Ann Patruno
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...
Barbara Joan Gaffron
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...
