Barbara E. (Brown) Judge, 96, passed away at Blake Medical Center of Bradenton, FL., on Sunday, April 11, 2021, following a fall near her home. The daughter of the late Walter and Elizabeth Brown of Meriden, CT., Mrs. Judge majored in economics at Smith College and participated in alumnae activities throughout her life. She supported numerous community, charitable and cultural causes each year; she also enjoyed walking the beaches of Groton Long Point and Anna Maria Island, playing bridge, reading, working in her community libraries, and spending time with good friends. She was predeceased by her husband and work partner of 51 years, Martin (Peter) Judge, CPA, LLB, of Holyoke,...

Barbara E. (Brown) Judge, 96, passed away at Blake Medical Center of Bradenton, FL., on Sunday, April 11, 2021, following a fall near her home. The daughter of the late Walter and Elizabeth Brown of Meriden, CT., Mrs. Judge majored in economics at Smith College and participated in alumnae activities throughout her life. She supported numerous community, charitable and cultural causes each year; she also enjoyed walking the beaches of Groton Long Point and Anna Maria Island, playing bridge, reading, working in her community libraries, and spending time with good friends. She was predeceased by her husband and work partner of 51 years, Martin (Peter) Judge, CPA, LLB, of Holyoke,...

Leonard D. McKinstry II, 74, passed away March 31, 2021. He was born on February 25, 1947 in Southbridge to the late Leonard and Lorraine (Vincent) McKinstry. Leonard graduated from Charlton High in 1966 where his interest in agriculture began to blossom. He enjoyed watching professional sports, playing card games with friends and family and loved to travel, living in many states within the U.S. to include Hawaii, California, and Kentucky. Leonard moved to West Warren in 2015. He frequently visited the W. Warren Senior Center where he made many lasting friendships. His family will always remember him as being hard working and always willing to help others. He loved nature and animals and was...

Palmer- Camille Nancy Wilson , 82, passed away at home February 12, 2021 with her loving children by her side. She was born on July 18, 1938 in Boston, Massachusetts to Palimio (Paul) and Carmela (Maccaroni) Savoia. She was a "West Ender who resided in Medford Massachusetts". Camille previously worked as a hair stylist and took great pride in what she did. She will be forever missed by her sons, Richard, Peter, and Stephen Maglio; and by her daughter, Donna Jaye Semon. She also leaves behind 10 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren and many dear friends. Due to current restrictions, Camille's services will be held privately and at the discretion of her family. In lieu of flowers,...

Laurence R. Boudriault, 65, passed away at home suddenly January 5, 2020. He was born on December 31, 1955 in Palmer, Massachusetts to Leonard R. and Jacqueline M. (Levesque) Boudriault. He was raised in Brimfield and later lived in Sturbridge and Charlton. He graduated from Tantasqua Regional High School. He recently retired from Essilor-Gentex Optics Inc Dudley and was previously employed at the American Optical Inc Southbridge. Laurence enjoyed many good times with friends and neighbors at Glen Echo, boating, American history, painting and woodworking. He will be deeply missed by his mother, Jacqueline (Levesque) Boudriault of Brimfield, sister, Suzanne Phifer of Brimfield, brothers,...

Cynthia Anne Adams was born on June 30, 1954 in Northampton, MA and passed of natural causes on December 25, 2020 in Brimfield, MA. She lived her early life in Amherst MA and graduated from Amherst Regional High School in 1972. She went on to earn a bachelor degree from UMass Amherst. Cindy had a very competitive spirit which was on full display while playing in multiple softball leagues in Amherst, on the volleyball court and in every other sport, board or card game she participated in. She was passionate about the arts and loved theatre and dance. Cindy was a gifted interpreter of astrology and tarot cards. She was also a writer and enjoyed interacting with other writers, always eager to...

Cynthia Anne Adams was born on June 30, 1954 in Northampton, MA and passed of natural causes on December 25, 2020 in Brimfield, MA. She lived her early life in Amherst MA and graduated from Amherst Regional High School in 1972. She went on to earn a bachelor degree from UMass Amherst. Cindy had a very competitive spirit which was on full display while playing in multiple softball leagues in Amherst, on the volleyball court and in every other sport, board or card game she participated in. She was passionate about the arts and loved theatre and dance. Cindy was a gifted interpreter of astrology and tarot cards. She was also a writer and enjoyed interacting with other writers, always eager to...

William "Bud" F. Roberts, 96, previously of Washington Rd. passed away December 4, 2020 at Overlook Masonic Health Care in Charlton. Born in Springfield on July 7, 1924, he was the son of the Ernest G. and Nellie M. (Lynn) Roberts. Bud lived in Brimfield since 1937, previously residing in Three Rivers, Bondsville and Springfield. In 2015 he moved to Overlook Masonic Home in Charlton. Bud was a veteran of WWII in the U.S. Army Air Force and continued his service to his country for 30 years in the U.S. Air Force Reserve, obtaining the rank of Senior Master Sergeant. After 26 years of employment, Bud retired in 1986 from Tambrands, where he was a supervisor in the machine shop. He was...

Richard H. Dexter, 89, passed away September 9, 2020 at home surrounded by family. He was born on March 23, 1931 in Webster, MA to the late Ernest and Viola (Young) Dexter. Richard previously worked as a kitchen stock supervisor at Amherst College for 28 years. He loved motorcycles, raising Llamas and various animals, camping, gardening, collecting model cars and yard work. Richard was a member of the Lions Club and was notably the oldest member of his chapter. Richard was preceded in death by his first wife of 61 years, Ruth (Cleveland) Dexter, in 2014. He will be forever missed by his wife Phyllis (Montross) Dexter and his children, Regina Wright and partner David, Marlene Rule and husband...

Carl Merton (Mert) Mortensen, age 96, a resident of Holyoke MA (formerly of Chicopee and Woburn MA) died peacefully on Thursday, July 2, 2020 at Renaissance Manor on Cabot in Holyoke, after a brief period of declining health. He was the husband of Marjorie L. Mortensen. Their 70th wedding anniversary would have been this autumn. Carl was born in 1924, the eldest son of the late Carl and Esther (Haskell) Mortensen. He was a US Navy Veteran having served aboard the USS Essex aircraft carrier in WWII. In March, 2010 Carl was proud to participate in an Honor Flight trip to Washington, D.C. for WWII Veterans. Prior to the War, he was a member of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCCs)...

David George Rhodes, 58, passed away unexpectedly on June 9, 2020. David was born in Worcester and raised in Oxford. He leaves his children Danika L. Rhodes and Tyler H. Rhodes of Auburn; a grandson Colton Rhodes; his mother Barbara Rathel Mangelinkx and step-father Robert Mangelinkx of Worcester; his step-mother Helen Regis of Quinebaug, Ct; his sister Diane Rhodes Gregoire of Holland; his step-sisters Linda Neff and Sue Regis of Charlton; his former wife Jann Rhodes of Auburn; his nephew Leo Gregoire of Holland; many aunts; uncles; nieces; nephews; cousins and friends. David was predeceased by his father George Dana Rhodes; and his brother-in-law Leo P. Gregoire. He will be fondly...

William K. Fay, P.E. is hard to put into words. He was unique and marched to the beat of his own drum. Born to Norman Daniel Fay and Louisa Fay on March 29, 1954 in Framingham, MA. He was a loved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, friend, teacher, and engineer. He leaves his wife Karen Fay and children Felicite LaFortune, Celeste Fay, William D. B. Fay, Ronald Johnson, Timothy and Roberta Westerman, Hilarie and Jason Woodsmall, and Dan and Brittney Westerman. He leaves 7 grandchildren, JJ, Jack and Grace Woodsmall, Avril, Alec, Benjamin and baby Isabelle Westerman. He leaves his sister Cheryl Fisk and brother Warren Fay. He is pre-deceased by his brother Stephen Fay. He leaves his...

Elizabeth Lambert, 99, loving wife of the late Dr. Pierre D. Lambert, passed away peacefully on February 26th surrounded by loved ones at Loomis Village in South Hadley, MA. In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donations to the MSPCA and the Nature Conservancy in her honor. Services will be held at the family's discretion.

Omer A. Gingras, 78, passed away January 31, 2020 surrounded by his loving children. He was born on October 20, 1941 in Holyoke to Omer and Estelle (LaDouceur) Gingras. Omer attended grammar school at Immaculate Conception in Holyoke and later graduated from South Hadley High School. A life long resident of South Hadley, Omer was the owner of C & G Machine Tool Company, Inc. He loved all sports. He enjoyed playing, watching, and coaching football. After playing football during his time at AIC in Springfield, Omer created the South Hadley CATS football program in 1966 where he continued coaching until 1981. He continued to support the youth football association and cherished the time he...

Phillip J. Duquette, 67, passed away unexpectedly on December 17, 2019 at home. Visitation will be held Sunday, Dec. 22nd from 2:00-5:00 p.m. at the Beers & Story Palmer Funeral Home. For details and complete notice, please visit www.beersandstory.com

Holland-"Jim" Robert James Peret, 72, passed away after a short illness on November 22, 2019. Born October 12, 1947 in Boston, MA, he was the son of Paul Joyner and Betty (Slater) Joyner. Jim lived in Enfield, CT for a number of years and was known as Jim Sweet. He proudly served his country in the US Navy for 3 years, 11 months, and 21 days. Completing his undergraduate degree at Wentworth, Jim went on to receive his MBA from Nichols. For the past 46 years, Jim has lived in Holland. For many years, he was an assessor for the town. As an industrial engineer, Jim worked at NYPRO for 29 years. He was part of the Society of Plastics Engineers, most recently was an Emeritus board member....