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Irene Marion (Barton) Baker, 88, of Greenfield Road went to be with the Lord Wednesday, March 12th. She was born in Greenfield March 11, 1937, the daughter of Douglas and Marguerite (Canedy) Barton. Irene attended the one room Center School in Leyden and graduated from Greenfield High School in June 1954 at age 17. Irene married Donald Clayton Baker, son of Clayton H. Baker and Mary (McDonald) Baker on September 5,1954. Early in their marriage Don and Irene lived in Burlington, VT, Shrewsbury and Colrain before returning to Leyden in 1961, they built their home and settled there in 1967. Donald and Irene celebrated 50 years of marriage in 2004, he predeceased her in July 2005. She began...

Alice "Jeanne" Pelletier, 86, formerly of Greenfield, MA, died Sunday 2/9/25 with her family by her side. She was born in Montague, MA in May 1938, the daughter of Valerian and Leah Chagnon. Jeanne attended local schools and was a graduate of Turners Falls High School. Jeanne married her high school sweetheart, Michael Pelletier, after his discharge from the United States Army. Jeanne worked for USDA ASCS, working for local farmers throughout Western Massachusetts. Prior to that, she worked various other jobs including selling Avon, working at International Trucking in Greenfield, Braff Cleaners and was a bookkeeper and dental assistant. Jeanne enjoyed crafting, including crocheting,...

Barbara Ann (Martin) LeBlanc, 89, of Bernardston, MA passed away peacefully Wednesday 11/27/24 at home, surrounded by her family. She was born in Rumford, ME on July 26, 1935, the daughter of Wilfred and Delphine (Hebert) Martin. Barbara grew up in Gardner, MA and graduated from Gardner High School in 1953. As head drum majorette, she led both the Gardner High School Band and the Simplex Drum and Bugle Corps. She performed in Yankee stadium and on the ship "Queen of Bermuda." In 1957, Barbara graduated from the Henry Heywood School of Nursing in Gardner, MA. In the same year, she married Roger Philip LeBlanc and they began their married life in Thompsonville, CT. In 1962, Barbara and...

Susan T. (Tiller) Howarth, 72, of Schoolhouse Road died Sunday 8/18/24 at the Baystate Medical Center in Springfield. She was born in Kentucky on May 19, 1952, the daughter of Robert S. and Margaret (Powell) Tiller. Susan went to Southern Connecticut State College and has a 6th year degree in teaching. Susan was a fourth-grade teacher at the Bingham School in Bristol, CT for thirty-five years before her retirement. Susan was member of the Council on Aging in Leyden for over ten years and a volunteer at the Baystate Franklin Medical Center in Greenfield. Susan was an avid flower gardener and loved spending hours tending to her gardens. Besides her beloved husband of twenty-eight...

Susan T. (Tiller) Howarth, 72, of Schoolhouse Road died Sunday 8/18/24 at the Baystate Medical Center in Springfield. She was born in Kentucky on May 19, 1952, the daughter of Robert S. and Margaret (Powell) Tiller. Susan went to Southern Connecticut State College and has a 6th year degree in teaching. Susan was a fourth-grade teacher at the Bingham School in Bristol, CT for thirty-five years before her retirement. Susan was member of the Council on Aging in Leyden for over ten years and a volunteer at the Baystate Franklin Medical Center in Greenfield. Susan was an avid flower gardener and loved spending hours tending to her gardens. Besides her beloved husband of twenty-eight...

J. Bradley "Brad" Smith, 85, of 3762 Tripoli Blvd in Punta Gorda, Florida, died peacefully at the Tidewell Hospice House in Port Charlotte, FL, on June 13, 2024, following a long- term illness. Brad was born on May 27, 1939, in Concord, NH, to Charles M. and Margaret (Demers) Smith. The family moved to Laconia, NH, when he was 6. He grew up on Dartmouth Street and graduated from Laconia High School in June, 1957. Following high school, Brad furthered his education at Fryeburg Academy. He graduated from Plymouth State College in June 1963. During his time at Plymouth, Brad met his first wife, Maureen Carey. They were married for 33 years. Together, they raised two children, Kathy and Chris....

James Allen Worden, 81, of Greenfield, passed away on June 2 from Lewy Body Dementia. Jim was born in Oak Bluffs, MA on May 26, 1943 to Dorothy (Stuhler) Worden and Frederick Hudson Worden. After Jim graduated from Martha's Vineyard High School, he enlisted in the Army. He was trained as military police and was assigned to the 545th MP Company, in South Korea. He spent 13 months and 2 weeks patrolling in the United States Army's First Cavalry Division. He was then stationed at Fort Devens, MA. After his time in the service, Jim went on to study accounting with an associate's degree from Greenfield Community College, a bachelor's degree from UMASS Amherst, and a master's degree from...

Barbara Ryan, 83, died Monday 1/8/24 at the Center for Extended Care at Amherst. She was born in Gloucester, MA on October 12, 1940, the daughter of Anthony and Mildred Ellis. Barbara attended local schools in Gloucester. Barbara was a beautiful soul and will be deeply missed. She loved spending time with her grandchildren, and they will carry those memories with them forever. She took pride in being a personal care attendant. Barrbara enjoyed the ocean, crocheting, and was exceptional at sketching portraits and wedding gowns. Among her survivors, Barbara leaves three brothers Thomas, Richard and Donald Davis. Her children, Kimberly Johnson and fiance Thomas Senn of Northfield, Mass....

Dr. David Alan Perry, 78, of Myers Farm Lane passed away on Monday, December 11th, 2023 at Charlene Manor Extended Care Facility in Greenfield, MA. David was born on May 20, 1945, in Newport, NH to Joseph and Vera (Paul) Perry. He graduated from the University of New Hampshire and went on to attend Tufts University in Boston, MA where he earned his doctorate degree in dentistry. After graduating from Tufts, David served in the United States Air Force for four years and attained the rank of Major. He valued his service to our country highly. Upon leaving the Air Force, David began his dental practice in Billerica, MA. David moved to the North Shore of MA, and then Cheshire County, NH...

On Sunday, October 1, 2023 Orilla Jean (Cheverier) Brunelle, after a period of declining health, passed away peacefully at Baystate Springfield Hospital with her loving husband Dennis Brunelle and daughter Tina Newton by her side. Orilla was born on January 24, 1950 in Keene NH to Joseph N and Mary E (Parker) Cheverier. Orilla could always brighten up a room with her smile, laughter and unending love and kindness. Spending time with her family was her greatest joy. At holiday gatherings (when her children were young) she loved to entertain them and their cousins with her little skits. Camping with family and friends was always a favorite pastime. Over the years Orilla enjoyed dancing,...

Leslie J. Kujala, 90, of Thirteenth St. died Monday August 14, 2023 at Greenfield Rehab in Greenfield. He was born in Negaunee, MI January 10, 1933 the son of Jalmer and Lillian (Jutila) Kujala. Leslie attended local school there. He enlisted in the US NAVY. He was stationed aboard the USS Ticonderoga and cruised the world. Leslie was a clerk for the Turners Falls Water Dept then went on to Strathmore Paper and retired from C & S Grocers. He was a Life Member of The Moose where he enjoyed many activities, deep sea fishing and trips to the casinos, and spending time with his sister Marlene in Michigan. If there was a scratch ticket to be found, Leslie would find it and was in his glory!...

Peggy J. Clark-Penny, 71, of Linda Lane passed away Sunday (11-6-22) at home. She was born October 24, 1951 in Middlebury VT the daughter of Kenneth and Dorothy (Sartwell) Clark. Peggy attended Greenfield schools. She had her own cleaning business for many years and had many wonderful clients. Peggy also worked for Richard Todrin at Flavorful Sprouts which grew sprouts hydroponically. She enjoyed antiquing, decorating, gardening and spending time with her grandchildren. Peggy leaves her husband Frank of 31 years, her sons; Scott (Emily) Ewell, Christopher (Lucia) Ewell, her grandchildren Sydney, Reese and David and her siblings Arthur Clark, Nancy Slauenwhite, Vicky Sweeney. Besides her...

Betty Jane Kearns Hamel, 90, of Wallingford, CT, died Tuesday, 1/18/22, at the Charlene Manor Extended Care Facility in Greenfield, the wife of the late Joseph D. Hamel. She was born in Milo, ME, on August 21, 1931, the daughter of the late Harold E. and Eula A. (Ford) Crozier. Betty Jane was a graduate of the Manchester School System. She attended the University of Maine in Farmington, ME and lived in the Manchester and Wethersfield areas prior to moving to Wallingford, CT, in 1980. Prior to her retirement in 1994, she was Vice President of Insurance Programmers, Inc., in Wallingford. She was a former member of the Hartford Business and Professional Women's Club. Betty Jane was a...

Edmond L. Lachapelle, 91, died peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, on Tuesday, April 6, 2021, at Hospice of the Fisher Home, in Amherst, MA. He was born in North Adams, MA, on August 23, 1929. He was the son of Ferrier and Beatrice (Babeu) Lachapelle. Edmond was an amazing and intelligent man and left an unforgettable imprint upon those whom he touched. During his early years, Edmond attended Notre Dame, a Catholic school that taught in French in the morning and English in the afternoon. He became proficient in both languages. At the tender age of 12, he would ride his bicycle from his home in North Adams to Cheshire, which was about 30 miles each way, to race his prized homing...

Edmond Lachapelle, 91, died Tuesday 4/6/21 at the Hospice of Fisher Home in Amherst. Arrangements are under the direction of the Kostanski Funeral Home and were incomplete at press time. For condolences, please visit www.kostanskifuneralhome.com.

William A. Woods II 57, died Monday 4/5/21. Funeral services and burial will be private and at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are under the direction of the Kostanski Funeral Home. For condolences, please visit www.kostanskifuneralhome.com.

William A. Woods, II, 57, died Monday 4/5/21. He was born in Greenfield July 22,1963, the son of William A. Woods and Vallely J. Stoddard. William "Billy" has moved on to the big fishing hole in the sky . Billy passed peacefully, likely while sleeping, on Easter Monday. Billy leaves behind his children Trisha J Woods and Michael A. Woods, his loving mother and his many siblings. Billy was a devoted and loving father who cherished his children and his family. Billy loved the outdoors and especially enjoyed fishing (which he did with great skill), his "Artwork", adventures to Maine with his family, landscaping, carpentry and beautifying properties, in his earlier years, hockey and...

John W. Helbig Jr., 75, of Greenfield died Sunday (4-4-21) at Cooley Dickinson Hospital in Northampton. There are no calling hours. Burial will be in South Cemetery in Leyden and will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are under the direction of Kostanski Funeral Home. For condolences, please visit www.kostanskifuneralhome.com.

John W. Helbig Jr., 75, of Greenfield died Sunday (4-4-21) at Cooley Dickinson Hospital in Northampton. He was born in Greenfield June 20, 1945 the son of John and Laura (Darash) Helbig and was a graduate of local schools. John was an Army Veteran of the Vietnam war. He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed golf, antiques and recently fishing with his wife. He loved spending time with his Westies. John was employed with Esleeck Paper Company and Southworth Paper Company for 50 years. John leaves his beloved wife of 52 years Jo-Ann (Phillips) Helbig and two brothers and a sister. Paul C. and his wife Karen of South Deerfield, Thomas and his companion Susan LaPan of Turners Falls and Laurie...

John W. Helbig Jr., 75, of Greenfield died Sunday (4-4-21) at Cooley Dickinson Hospital in Northampton. He was born in Greenfield June 20, 1945 the son of John and Laura (Darash) Helbig and was a graduate of local schools. John was an Army Veteran of the Vietnam war. He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed golf, antiques and recently fishing with his wife. He loved spending time with his Westies. John was employed with Esleeck Paper Company and Southworth Paper Company for 50 years. John leaves his wife of 52 years Jo-Ann (Phillips) Helbig and two brothers and a sister. Paul C. and his wife Karen of South Deerfield, Thomas and his companion Susan LaPan of Turners Falls and Laurie Stribley...

John W. Helbig Jr., 75, of Lovers Lane died Sunday (4-4-21) at Cooley Dickinson Hospital in Northampton. Arrangements under the direction of Kostanski Funeral Home are incomplete at this time. For condolences, please visit www.kostanskifuneralhome.com