Ronald LaBrie
Aug 12, 2026
Springfield - Ronald L. Labrie, Sr. passed away in Springfield on August 12. He was 87 years old. Born in Springfield on October 26, 1938 he was one of five children born to the late Leon and Anna (Harding) Labrie. He lived most of his life in Springfield, but lived in Hinsdale, NH and Brattleboro, VT briefly in the '80s...
Roger Earl Bacon
Jul 29, 2026
Roger E. Bacon, 79, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2026, at South Hadley Rehabilitation & Nursing Facility. He was born on November 21, 1946, in Northampton, Massachusetts. Roger grew up in Springfield, Massachusetts, and spent many years working as a machinist at U.S. Tsubaki in Holyoke before retiring. He took pride in his work, valued hard work and dedication,...
Michele Elaine Bourbeau
Jul 20, 2026
Michele E. Bourbeau, 83, of Chicopee, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 20, 2026, at Holyoke Medical Center. Born on July 9, 1943, in Springfield, Massachusetts, Michele was the daughter of the late Albert J. Bourbeau and Simonne R. (Joubert) Bourbeau. Michele attended and graduated from St. Ann’s Academy in Marlborough, MA. She spent many years working for the...
Michael R. Copeland
Jul 16, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael Copeland, a beloved partner, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Michael departed this world peacefully on July 16, 2026, at Baystate Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family. He was 76 years old. Born on December 18, 1949, in Swansea, Massachusetts, Michael was the cherished son of Donalda and...
Sean M. Pendergrast
Jul 13, 2026
Sean M. Pendergrast, 49, of Indian Orchard, Massachusetts, passed away tragically on July 13, 2026. Born on February 8, 1977, in Bridgeport, Connecticut, to Richard and Marguerite (Gonzalez) Pendergrast, he grew up in East Longmeadow and was a graduate of East Longmeadow High School in 1995. He went on to earn a bachelor's degree in accounting from ASU. Sean enjoyed...
Richard Steven Mossey
Jul 6, 2026
Richard S. Mossey, 76, of Chicopee, Massachusetts, passed away on July 6, 2026. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, 25 Mill Street, Springfield, Massachusetts has been entrusted with the arrangements. Please visit Richard's memorial page at www.nefcc.net for expressions of sympathy.
Eileen Joan Plante
Jun 28, 2026
Eileen J. (Amato) Plante, 84, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2026, surrounded by her family, who were honored to be able to care for her. She was born in Springfield on December 16, 1941, to Louis and Lucy (Botta) Amato. A family woman at heart, Eileen most often showed her love in the food she put on the table...
Brinda Adkins
Jun 1, 2026
Brinda Adkins, 78, of Chicopee, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026, with her friend and life partner of 37 years, Laurie Paquin, by her side. Born on April 28, 1948, in Caryville, Tennessee, Brinda was the daughter of the late Jonah and Dolly (Sellers) Adkins. She later made her home in Massachusetts, where she spent many years working...
Margaret "Peggy" Whitman
May 23, 2026
Margaret (Canny) Whitman, 89, of Enfield, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 23, 2026 at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield surrounded by the love of her family. Born on April 12, 1937 in Ballintava, Dunmore, County Gallway, Ireland, one of ten children born to of the late John and Ellen (Martin) Canny. Margaret (Peggy) a kind and gentle person...
William Andrew Walker, II.
May 10, 2026
William Andrew Walker II, 73, of Springfield, MA, transitioned into eternal life on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at Baystate Medical Center, surrounded by the love, prayers, and presence of his devoted family and friends. Born to the late William Andrew Walker, Sr. and the late Mary (Delmonaco) Walker, William—affectionately known to all as Billy—lived a life marked by hard work,...
David Brian Cleveland
May 5, 2026
David B. Cleveland, 62, of Greenfield, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026. Born on October 22, 1963, to Constance J. (Ruthurfurd) Sipe and the late Elmer C. Cleveland, David had a deep love for music and especially enjoyed playing the trumpet. He also loved baseball and golf and worked as a truck driver in the waste management industry for...
Jynette Redd
May 4, 2026
Jynette Redd, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away on May 4, 2026. She was born on November 21, 1949, in Springfield, Massachusetts, to the late Robert McWhorter and Jane (Johnson) McWhorter.Jynette was educated in the Springfield Public Schools, attending Buckingham Junior High School and Commerce High School. Determined to continue her education, she later earned her...
Katie Lynn Pranaitis
Apr 17, 2026
Katie Lynn Pranaitis, age 41, of Palmer, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully in her home on Friday, April 17, 2026. Born on March 27, 1985, at Mary Lane Hospital in Ware, Massachusetts, Katie was the beloved daughter of Debra Pranaitis and David Pranaitis. She attended Palmer High School and went on to work for Dr. Peter Kelly, as well as Crimmins...
Paul Martin Krokos
Apr 8, 2026
Paul M. Krokos, 73, of Springfield, Massachusetts, passed away on April 8, 2026. He was born on October 23, 1952, in Belchertown, Massachusetts. Paul worked as a caregiver at CHD, where he dedicated himself to helping others. He is survived by his brother, Thomas W. Bourque of Springfield, Massachusetts, and his sister, Judith Bourque of Concord, Vermont. In accordance with...
Rebecca Jane Towers
Mar 28, 2026
REBECCA JANE “BECKY” TOWERS
January 18, 1956 – March 28, 2026
Rebecca Jane “Becky” Towers passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family.
Becky was the daughter of Herbert and Jane (Quinn) Burns. She grew up on what is now Quinn Road in Grasonville, Maryland, surrounded by her grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins. Though an only child, Becky shared an especially...
Sebert Mervin Green
Mar 9, 2026
Serbert M. Green, 85, of Springfield, Massachusetts, passed away on March 9, 2026. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, 25 Mill Street, Springfield, MA has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Daniel Martin Nitzsche
Mar 5, 2026
Daniel M. Nitzsche, 66, of Deerfield, Massachusetts, passed away on March 5, 2026. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, 25 Mill Street, Springfield, MA has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Mary Magdalene Parker
Feb 28, 2026
Mary Magdalene Parker of Wilbraham, age 94, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on February 28, 2026. She was born on October 4, 1931, in Springfield, MA to her late parents, Carmelo and Ethel (Askins) Philippino. Mary spent 67 years of marriage with her beloved husband, Frederick James Parker. She was a devoted and loving mother to her children...
Philip A. Greene
Feb 24, 2026
Philip A. Greene, 89, of West Springfield, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2026. Born on October 12, 1936, in Westfield, he was the beloved son of the late Ralph and Pearl (Felton) Greene.
Philip proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, attaining the rank of Airman Second Class. Following his military service, he devoted many years to...
Sandra Ann Sullivan
Feb 22, 2026
Sandra Ann Sullivan, 83, of Springfield, MA, passed away on February 22, 2026. She was born on November 20, 1942, in Springfield. Sandy was a graduate of Cathedral High School, where she met the love of her life, Dennis J. Sullivan. They married in April 1961 and soon began growing their family. Sandy is the proud mother of Dennis of...
