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Melanie Marie Corley

Melanie Marie Corley

Jun 13, 2025

Melanie M. Corley, 57, of Easthampton, Massachusetts, passed away on June 13, 2025. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, 25 Mill Street, Springfield, MA has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Gene Edward Barsaleau

Gene Edward Barsaleau

Jun 13, 2025

We sadly announce the passing of Gene Edward Barsaleau on June 13, 2025. Gene would want to be remembered as “a kind, caring father, husband, person… and a pretty damn good guitar player.” He was born on May 31, 1952, at Fort LeJeune, NC to Eugene and Augusta (Possocco) Barsaleau, and was raised in Stafford, Connecticut, where he developed a...

Burton Bruce Burger

Burton Bruce Burger

Jun 11, 2025

Burton B. Burger, 89, of Chicopee, Massachusetts passed away on June 11, 2025. He was born in Buffalo, NY on December 26, 1935, to the late Milton and Ruth (Shroeder) Burger. Burton was a proud graduate of Springfield College and dedicated his life to teaching and coaching. He taught physical education and wrestling in the Chicopee school system and coached...

Olive Pauline Wilder

Olive Pauline Wilder

Jun 5, 2025

Olive Pauline (Lawson) Wilder, 92, of Westfield, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Auburn, MA, on December 15, 1932, she was the beloved daughter of the late George Lawson, Sr. and Olive (Mondor) Lawson. Olive earned her associate’s degree in business administration and went on to lead a life defined by...

Elaine D. Waterman

Elaine D. Waterman

Jun 1, 2025

Elaine D. Waterman, 81, of Springfield, Massachusetts, passed away on June 1, 2025. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, 25 Mill Street, Springfield, MA has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Gerald James Bergeron

Gerald James Bergeron

May 21, 2025

Gerald J. Bergeron, 57, of Springfield, Massachusetts, passed away on May 21, 2025. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, 25 Mill Street, Springfield, MA has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Thomas John Sexton

Thomas John Sexton

May 19, 2025

Thomas J. Sexton, 44, of Agawam, Massachusetts, passed away on May 19, 2025. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, 25 Mill Street, Springfield, MA has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Carroll Richard Ware

Carroll Richard Ware

May 18, 2025

Carroll R. Ware, 70, of Chicopee, Massachusetts, passed away on May 18, 2025. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, 25 Mill Street, Springfield, MA has been entrusted with the arrangements.

R. Leroy Moser

R. Leroy Moser

May 11, 2025

Rev. R Leroy (“Tex”) Moser died unexpectedly on May 11th of heart failure. He was 98 years old. “Tex” was born January 29,1927 near Hurnville, Texas (a tiny German-speaking community of immigrants from eastern Ukraine). His parents, Leon and Esther Moser, ran a family farm, and raised five children of which he was the oldest: Leroy, Alvin, Dorothy, Jeannette, and...

Margaret A. Flynn

Margaret A. Flynn

May 9, 2025

Margaret A. (Peggy) Flynn, 84, of Agawam, MA, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2025 with family by her side. Margaret was born in Springfield to the late Robert and Ellen (Garlick) Johnson on October 14, 1940. She was raised in Springfield and graduated from Springfield Technical High School. She moved to Agawam where she raised her family and worked...

James G. Roberts

James G. Roberts

May 8, 2025

James G Roberts, son of the late Generas and Pauline Roberts passed away peacefully at home May 8, 2025 at the age of 80. He is survived by his wife Candice (Martin) of 57 years, two daughters Wendi Meunier and Paige Lawor (Michael), three grand-daughters, Chloe Leistner (Tom), Madysen Meunier, Teagan Lawor and two sisters Mary Jacot and Patricia Vaselacopoulos....

Bernard Charles Balise

Bernard Charles Balise

May 6, 2025

Bernard Charles Balise, of Springfield, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully at home on May 6, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on December 26, 1937, in the town of Amherst, Massachusetts to the late Blanche Balise. Bernard will be remembered for his dedication and compassionate care as a Registered Nurse at Baystate Medical Center. He also enjoyed his time as...

Robert Arthur Smith

Robert Arthur Smith

May 1, 2025

Robert A. Smith, 76, of Springfield, Massachusetts, passed away on May 1, 2025. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, 25 Mill Street, Springfield, MA has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Ralph Paul Rose

Ralph Paul Rose

Apr 26, 2025

Ralph P. Rose, 73, of Holyoke, Massachusetts, passed away on April 26, 2025. He was born in London, England, to the late Zena Rose on January 7, 1952, and moved to the area in 1980 from Bermuda, after meeting the love of his life, Eileen, there. Ralph had a lengthy career as a District Manager at Coffee Pause, followed by...

Maxine Catherine Raymond

Maxine Catherine Raymond

Apr 20, 2025

Maxine C. Raymond, of Springfield, MA, passed away on April 20, 2025. Born on August 16, 1938 in Lebanon, NH to the late Wesley Boyea and Marguerite (Bomhower) Boyea. Maxine was a beloved mother and friend to many. Known for her love of children, passion for art, and animals. She graduated from West Lebanon, NH High School. Where she played...

Harold J. Nadeau Jr.

Harold J. Nadeau Jr.

Apr 16, 2025

Harold J. Nadeau, Jr., 83, of Wilbraham, Massachusetts, passed away on April 16, 2025. He was born in Springfield, MA to the late Harold Joseph, Sr. and Zilda (Machado) Nadeau on January 19, 1942. He served in the United States Army. Harold worked as a Forman for Chicopee Engineering Inc. He is predeceased by his beloved wife Nancy May (Peetes)...

Jeffrey John Richard

Jeffrey John Richard

Apr 10, 2025

Jeffrey J. Richard, 59, of Chicopee, Massachusetts, passed away at home on April 10, 2025. He was born in Springfield, MA on June 21, 1965 to Robert Richard and Nancy (Solderholm) Rouette. Jeffrey was a self-employed carpentry contractor. He was predeceased by his mother Nancy (Solderholm) Rouette. Jeffrey is survived by his life partner Cheryl Sendek of Chicopee, MA, his...

Michael J. Hacking

Michael J. Hacking

Apr 10, 2025

Michael J. Hacking, 57, of West Springfield, Massachusetts, passed away on April 10, 2025. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, 25 Mill Street, Springfield, MA has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Carolyn Jeanne Freeman

Carolyn Jeanne Freeman

Apr 4, 2025

Carolyn J. Freeman, 89, of Northampton, Massachusetts, passed away on April 4, 2025. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, 25 Mill Street, Springfield, MA has been entrusted with the arrangements.

John Robert Henry

John Robert Henry

Apr 2, 2025

John R. Henry of East Longmeadow, MA, died peacefully on April 2, 2025, at home surrounded by his family. He was a Captain for the Springfield Fire Department until he retired in 1979. He also owned J & J Siding and installed storm windows and vinyl siding for many years and was involved with his son’s automotive business. He always...

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