Michael L. Supple of Holyoke was born on Nov. 22, 1947 to the late Robert and Connie (Cater) Supple in Easthampton Ma. Mike passed away peacefully on Nov. 22, his 72 birthday after a courageous battle with cancer. He leaves behind his life long partner Kathleen Smart of Holyoke, a sister Patricia Fernandez of Northampton, his nieces Jennifer Tangel Krawczyk of Las Vegas and Beth Craven of Easthampton. A celebration of life will be held by the family at a later date. Dillon Funeral Home 124 Chestnut St Holyoke was entrusted with the arrangements.

Leonard Strauss of Amherst died peacefully and surrounded by family at the Soldiers' Home in Holyoke after a long journey with Alzheimer's on September 21st. Leonard was born on March 16, 1942 in St. Louis, MO to Leonard and Jenny Strauss. Leonard and his older siblings, David and Clara, grew up around the corner from their cousins Ralph, Michael, Richard, and Ellen Lowenstein, developing lifelong bonds. As adults, the six cousins and their families frequently traveled long distances for "Lowenstrauss" gatherings.Leonard excelled in academics and athletics. Nicknamed "Leapin' Lenny," he starred on Clayton High School's varsity basketball team and was named to the Missouri All-State team. He...