Fred J. Richard
Jan 22, 2018
Springfield – Fred J. Richard, 70, beloved husband of forty-seven years of Patricia A. (Schmitt) Richard, passed away on Monday, January 22, 2018, in a local nursing home. He was born in North Adams on January 5, 1948, a son of the late William and Doris (Felix) Richard. He served our country in the US Army during the Vietnam War...
Jean Fontaine
Jan 18, 2018
Springfield - Jean Fontaine, 95, passed away in a local nursing home on Thursday, January 18, 2018. Survivors include her daughter Joan Potito of Springfield, two brothers, Albert of CT, and Robert of ME and FL. She also leaves two grandchildren, Anthony Potito and Carla Potito-Marrero. She was predeceased by three brothers, Paul, Roger, Philip, two sisters, Marie and Claire,...
Paula E. Murphy
Jan 16, 2018
WESTHAMPTON-Paula Elizabeth Murphy, 59, died on January 16 after a year-long struggle with appendiceal cancer. Explorer of inner and outer landscapes, connoisseur of beauty, artist, healer, teacher, and guide-Paula cast a bright light on this world.Paula used to say that we choose the family we are born into to help us do the work we need to do in this...
Leura J. Parker
Jan 15, 2018
Westfield - Leura J. Parker, 70, passed away on Monday, January 15, 2018. New england funeral & Cremation Center, LLC, 25 Mill Street, Springfield, MA has been entrusted with the arrangements. Visit www.nefcc.net
Patricia L. Kuenzel
Jan 13, 2018
South Hadley – Mrs. Patricia L. (Reipold) Kuenzel, 78, beloved wife of Karl “Jack” Kuenzel, passed away on Saturday, January 13, 2018 at Wingate of South Hadley. She was born in Montague, MA on August 16, 1939, a daughter of the late Joseph and Elsie (Reynolds) Reipold. She graduated from Turners Falls High School Class of 1957. Patricia was a...
John G. Dixon, Sr.
Jan 10, 2018
Springfield – John Garrison Dixon, Sr., 86, a fifteen-year Springfield resident, passed away home on Wednesday, January 19, 2018. He was born in Clifton, NJ on April 30, 1931, a son of the late Ormond and Mary (Bonney) Dixon. He served in the U S Navy during the Korean Conflict and retired from the U S Postal Service. He was...
June M. Gabriel
Jan 9, 2018
Athol - June M. (Thomas) Gabriel, 72, passed away on Tuesday, January 9, 2018 at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, MA. Born in Lebanon, PA on June 7, 1945, a daughter of the late Floyd and Rose (DiTunno) Thomas. She retired as a secretary from the Dorchester District Court. She is survived by her daughters Jacqualyn Crosby and Debra Gabriel. ...
Joan B. Dietz
Jan 7, 2018
Springfield - Joan B. Dietz, 90, of Springfield, MA died on January 7, 2018 after a brief illness. She was born in Youngstown, Ohio to Frank and Mary M. Batteiger and was raised in Youngstown and Cleveland, OH by her mother after her father’s death. She was a 1949 graduate of Flora Stone Mather College (now Case Western Reserve University)...
Clayton R. Jessen
Jan 7, 2018
Agawam - Clayton R. Jessen, 64, passed away on Sunday, January 7, 2018. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, LLC, 25 Mill Street, Springfield, MA 01108 has been entrusted with the arrangements. Visit www.nefcc.net
Rickey Colemon
Jan 3, 2018
Springfield - Rickey Colemon, 59, passed away at Baystate Medical Center on Wednesday, January 3, 2018 He was a lifelong Springfield resident, born on May 27, 1958, the son of the late Robert Colemon and Nina (Gresham) Colemon of Springfield. In addition to his mother he is survived by his wife Karen (Washington) Colemon, stepson, Thomas Nunn Jr. and his...
Richard Zaldivar, Jr.
Jan 2, 2018
West Springfield – Richard E. Zaldivar, Jr. 46, died suddenly on January 2, 2018. He was a manager at Frigo’s in Springfield. He enjoyed fishing and will be remembered as a gentle soul with a beautiful smile. He was predeceased by his father Richard E. Zaldivar Sr. and leaves family members Yvonne Cormier, Maria Arrogante, Nicholas Zaldivar, Mariah, and Joey....
Philip E. Durant
Jan 1, 2018
Springfield – Philip E. Durant, 55, a lifelong Springfield resident, passed away on Monday, January 1, 2018 at Baystate Wing Hospital in Palmer. He was born in Springfield on August 10, 1962, a son of the late Arlene (Levensailor) Breahart and Harry Durant and his wife Betty of Feeding Hills. He was an avid motorcycle enthusiast and enjoyed playing golf ...
Lyle J. Freeman
Jan 1, 2018
Springfield - Lyle J. Freeman, 76, passed away at home on Monday, January 1, 2018. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, LLC, 25 Mill Street, Springfield, MA 01108 has been entrusted with the arrangements. Visit www.nefcc.net
Jason L. King
Dec 28, 2017
Northampton- Jason Lee King, 41 passed away on Thursday, December 28, 2017 at Cooley Dickinson Hospital. He was born in Lawrence, MA on April 1, 1976, a son of Sharon (Cyr) and Donald King. He was a 26 year area resident. Though he is gone too soon, he will be remembered for having a lot of friends and a really...
Julio Morales Torres
Dec 28, 2017
Springfield - Julio Morales Torres, 87, passed away on Thursday, December 28, 2017. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, LLC, 25 Mill Street, Springfield, MA 01108 is assisting the family. Please visit www.nefcc.net
Michael S. Hreschuk
Dec 25, 2017
West Springfield – Michael S. Hreschuk, 75, passed away on December 25, 2017. He was born in Springfield on June 28, 1942, the son of the late Michael and Jane (Smietana) Hreschuk. He attended local schools and served in the U S Army from 1962 – 1965. He moved to West Springfield in 1967 where he raised his family. Michael...
John B. Mccann
Dec 19, 2017
East Longmeadow - John B. McCann,71, passed away on Tuesday, December 19, 2017. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, LLC, 25 Mill Street, Springfield, MA is assisting the family. Please visit www.nefcc.net
Debbra C. Hershy
Dec 19, 2017
Debbra Hocking Hershy, 63, of Chicopee, passed unexpectedly on December 19, 2017. She was born in Duluth, MN on December 9, 1954. Debbie was a 1972 graduate of Chicopee Comprehensive High School. She recently returned to MA after living in CA for over 30 years. During her time in CA, she was proud to be the owner of Unique Boutique...
Robert H. Lilja
Dec 19, 2017
Springfield – Robert H. Lilja, 65, a lifelong Springfield resident, passed away on Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at Baystate Medical Center. He was born in Springfield on August 10, 1952, the son of the late Herman and Evelyn (Barnes) Lilja. He attended local schools and was previously employed at State Line Potato Chips, Braman Pest Control and Rest in Peace...
Evelio B. Sanchez
Dec 19, 2017
Springfield - Evelio B. Sanchez, 80, passed away on Tuesday, December 19, 2017. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, LLC, 25 Mill Street, Springfield, MA is assisting the family. Visit www.nefcc.net
