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Edward R. Richards
Feb 4, 2017
Springfield – Edward R. “Big Ed” Richards, 79, passed away on Saturday, February 4, 2017 in a local nursing home. He was born in Springfield on November 29, 1937, a son of the late William and Mildred (Foskitt) Richards. He attended local schools and was a US Navy veteran. He was a carpenter by trade and enjoyed crossword puzzles and...
James E. Linton
Feb 4, 2017
Springfield - On Saturday, February 4, at home with his "Sweet Caroline" by his side, James (Jim) Linton came to the end of his journey on Earth. He led a life of love and compassion. His smile and humble heart welcomed friends and strangers alike. Born in Palmer, MA he was the son of the late Elden and Evelyn (Shumway)...
Michael F. Lonczak
Feb 4, 2017
Chicopee - Michael Francis Lonczak, a lifelong resident of Chicopee, MA, passed away peacefully in his sleep on February 4th, 2017 at 100 years of age. Michael is survived by his loving wife of 71 years, Marjorie Flowers Lonczak, as well as his devoted daughter and family: Sharon and her husband Ken of Hopewell Junction, NY, their son James of...
Jeanette J. Charkiewicz
Feb 3, 2017
Chicopee - Jeanette J Williams-Charkiewicz (Chwalek) 92, was called safely home on Friday, February 3, 2017 while residing at Birch Gardens Nursing and Rehab. She was born in Medrechow, Poland, on November 17, 1924, the eldest of three children to the late Alexander Chwalek and Katherine (Mastalerz) Chwalek. She came to this country in 1925 and was raised in Gilbertville...
Thomas R. Broadhurst Jr.
Feb 3, 2017
SOUTH HADLEY - Thomas R. Broadhurst passed away on February 3, 2017. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, LLC 25 Mill Street, Springfield, MA 01108 has been entrusted with the arrangements. www.nefcc.net
Richard Roy Raymond
Jan 29, 2017
FEEDING HILLS - Richard Roy Raymond passed away on January 29, 2017. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, LLC has been entrusted with the arrangements. Visit www.nefcc.net
Barbara A. Brock
Jan 26, 2017
Springfield - Barbara A. Brock, 76, passed away on January 26, 2017 at CareOne at Redstone. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, LLC, 25 Mill Street, Springfield, MA 01108 has been entrusted with the arrangements. Please visit www.nefcc.net
Lynn A Paradysz
Jan 20, 2017
Lynn A. Paradysz, 53, passed away on January 20, 2017. A daughter of Theodore and Shirley (Littlejohn) Paradysz, she is survived by sons: Jeremy Forcier and Justin Forgette and daughter Jillian Forcier. One of nine children, she leaves siblings, William, Theodore, Mark, Cheryl, Donna, Caroline, Susan, and Kim and grandson, Michael. Lynn loved her family and enjoyed music. Calling hours...
Joseph J. D'Angelis
Jan 19, 2017
SPRINGFIELD – Joseph J. D’Angelis, 48, passed away on January 19, 2017 at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. Born in Springfield, MA on September 29, 1968 to Joseph and Cynthia (Beyette) D’Angelis, he was a lifelong resident and a dedicated employee at Home Depot in Wilbraham. He will be remembered as having a good sense of humor, a jack of...
Linda J. Calabrese
Jan 17, 2017
Linda J. Calabrese (Knighton/Martin) 79, peacefully passed away on Tuesday January 17, 2017 at her home in Longmeadow, MA. She is survived by her husband Anthony J. Calabrese Jr. of Longmeadow, MA and her children Gerald Martin of PA, Lori A. Fontaine of Franklin, MA, Thomas Martin of HI, Anthony J. Calabrese III of Longmeadow, MA and her sister Sandra...
Roland Lord
Jan 16, 2017
SPRINGFIELD – Roland Lord, 89, passed away on January 16, 2017 at Care One at Redstone in East Longmeadow. Born on January 6, 1928 in Springfield, MA to Eugene and Lena (Lavigne) Lord, he was the owner of Platt Loan and Jewelry on Worthington Street in Springfield. Mr. Lord was an avid baseball fan, enjoyed John Wayne movies, the Lighthouse...
Elio Kupcich
Jan 14, 2017
EAST LONGMEADOW - Elio Zupcich, 83, passed away on January 14, 2017. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, LLC 25 Mill Street, Springfield, Massachusetts has been entrusted with the arrangements. Visit www.nefcc.net
Scott A. Dumont
Jan 14, 2017
PALMER – Scott A. Dumont, 54, passed away on January 14, 2017 at Baystate Wing Hospital.A resident of the Three Rivers section of Palmer, MA, he was born on August 6, 1962 in Malone, NY to Carl and Beverly (Beltizard) Dumont. He was employed as an Auction Manager at Winter Garden Auction Service in Monson. He leaves his loving wife...
Kaye S. Alleyne
Jan 11, 2017
SPRINGFIELD – Kaye S. Alleyne, passed away on January 11, 2017. She will be remembered as a beautiful, loving, creative person who enjoyed reading and writing stories. A caring woman, she was employed as a CNA until the time of her death. She leaves her son, Jassiem E.K. Wheeler, daughter-in-law Dialy Wheeler, brother Kenneth Taitt (Sharon), Liza Gowing and many...
Tonya G. Gilbert
Jan 9, 2017
SPRINGFIELD – Tonya G. Gilbert, 42, passed away on January 9, 2017 at UMass Memorial Medical Center. Born in Spartanburg, SC on July 13, 1974, she had worked as a General Manager of Hardees. She is survived by her beloved husband, Ernest M. McCrary of Springfield and family and friends. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, LLC 25 Mill Street,...
Oheia Naranjo-Parker
Jan 8, 2017
HOLYOKE - Oheia Naranjo – Parker, 94, passed away on January 8, 2017 in a local nursing home. She was the wife of the late Leon Parker and was a twelve year Holyoke resident, coming from Springfield. She was born in Johnson City, TN on January 30, 1922, a daughter of the late Bud and Lara (Tarter) Hale. She was...
Richard A. Peltier
Jan 7, 2017
CHICOPEE - Richard A. Peltier, 72, passed away on January 7, 2017. New England Funeral & Cremation Center, LLC 25 Mill Street, Springfield, Massachusetts has been entrusted with the arrangements. Visit www.nefcc.net
Theresa L. Decarli
Jan 4, 2017
EAST LONGMEADOW - Theresa L. DeCarli, 73, passed away January 4, 2017. She was born in Springfield on November 16, 1943, a daughter of the late Thomas V. and Gloria (Zarlengo) DeCarli. She is survived by three sisters, Michele David (George) of Springfield, Loretta DeCarli (Patrick Durkan) of Easton, MA, and Veronica Vallandingham (Robert) of Hampden and her brother-in-law Russell...
Samuel H. Jones
Jan 3, 2017
WEST SPRINGFIELD – Samuel H. Jones, 66, passed away on January 3, 2017 at Mercy Medical Center in Springfield. Born on April 12, 1950 in New York City to the late Christopher and Harriet (Dingle) Jones, he was a graduate of Mt. Greylock Regional High School in Williamstown, MA in the ABC Program, and of American International College. He was...
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