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Joanne (Schulte) Berard, 69, passed away on Thursday, February, 24, 2022. She was born in Gloversville, NY on October 31, 1952, daughter of the late William & Penny (Wager) Schulte. Joanne was raised on Lake Whalom in Lunenburg, MA. She later on became the 1st woman firefighter for the town of Townsend, MA and dispatched for them as well. She had a love for horseback riding, nature, animals, family, and had a very strong faith in God. Her greatest gift to her family was the teaching that "You are to love people where they are and not where you want them to be". She is survived by her seven children, Penny, Arza, Megan, Joshua, Andrew, Christina, and Valentina; twenty-one grandchildren;...

Fred Chmura fell asleep in death on January 1st at home with family after a long battle with Lewy Body dementia. He was raised in Easthampton, MA along with his older brother Ted and sister Frances. Fred (Fredzio) was raised by parents of Polish descent, John & Stella Chmura. He graduated from Easthampton High School and participated in several sporting events. His hometown of Easthampton always held a special place in his heart and he treasured working with children with disabilities for three years at Whitebrook Middle School. While living in Easthampton, he wed Laura, his "peachy pie" who became his wife of 45 years. Afterwards, Fred and Laura moved to Athol, MA where Fred spent 25...

GARDNER, MA- Melvin M. Elliott, 34, passed away on Wednesday, December 22, 2021 at Heywood Hospital in Gardner. Melvin was born in Holyoke on June 12, 1987, son of Girard and Clara Elliott of Jeffersonville, VT. He graduated high school from the Grafton MA Job Corps . He enlisted in the Massachusetts Army National Guard and completed basic training at Fort Benning, GA. He was stationed in Greenfield MA National Guard barracks until his service separation. He worked in the private security field in MA and NH and as a commercial truck driver. Melvin is survived by a daughter, Ava Baribault-Elliott of Jeffersonville, VT; fianc?, Shauna Willey of Gardner; adoptive parents, Girard and Clara...

On August 9th, 2021 Heaven gained another angel. Isabel Mallet, best known as "Izzy" to her friends, and "Nana" to her family, has been reunited with her loving husband Joseph (best known as "P-2") in the life after this one. Born in Osceola, NY on February 16th, 1933 to father Andrew B. Burke and mother Francis Ninabelle Prosser, Isabel was one of ten children. Her children and grandchildren (and great grandchildren!) will always fondly remember her stories of growing up in one of the most rural parts of America. These stories always brought a sense of perspective to how much we truly take for granted sometimes. After high school, Isabel took a job at Griffiss Airforce Base in Rome, NY,...

Hopkinton-Thomas Miller, 89, of Hopkinton, formerly of Athol passed away peacefully Saturday May 15 at his home after a long struggle with cancer. Tom was born in Athol on November 19, 1932 to the late Perley "Bill" Miller and the late Agnes (Horrigan) Miller. He grew up in Athol, graduating in the class of 1949, after which he entered the Air Force. He served for several years in flight support during the Korean War while stationed in Japan. After the service, he went back to college at Fitchburg State, earning a degree in education. In 1968, he finished his Master's Degree in History. For the majority of his career, he worked as a history teacher and then as an Assistant Principal at...

Floyd LaFountain, 65, of Athol, passed away Wednesday, May 5, 2021 in UMASS Hospital, Worcester. Floyd was born in Greenfield on January 27, 1956 to the late Victor B. LaFountain and the late Henrietta (Webster) LaFountain. He grew up in Las Vegas, NV and Athol. He worked for many years as a tire technician at Pete's Tire Barn and also opened Floyd's Day & Night Tire. He loved muscle cars like the mustang and classic cars. He was especially proud of his 1968 Ford Fairlane. He enjoyed watching car shows; Gunsmoke was his favorite, and the Three Stooges. The Wizard of Oz was his favorite movie. He looked forward to watching Street Outlaws each week. Floyd enjoyed spending time with...

Donald W. Fellows, 88, of Athol, passed away Wednesday, May 5, 2021 in Bay State Hospital, Springfield. Mr. Fellow was born on May 3, 1933 in Gardner, MA to the late Guy W. Fellow and the late Josephine M. (King) Fellows. He grew up in Orange and graduated from Orange High School with the Class of 1951 and has resided in Athol since 1959. He served in the U. S. Navy during the Korean War as a Sonarman from 1951 - 1955. He the Good Conduct Medal, China Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Korean Service Medal, United Nations Service Medal and was most proud of the Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation that was bestowed upon his entire ship, the DD689. Mr. Fellows worked...

ATHOL- Joseph Francis Superchi, 59 of Athol, passed away on Sunday, April 25, 2021 at Baystate Hospital in Springfield. Joe was born in Athol on March 16, 1962 to Thomas and Evelyn (Robichaud) Superchi. He attended Athol schools and received his GED from Greenfield Community College in 1980. Joe worked as a carpenter for the Springfield Carpenters Union for ten years. In 1990 Joe was in a motorcycle accident that left him with a head injury and in a wheelchair, after a long recovery he lived with his sister, Theresa. Joe didn't give up, he enjoyed taking photos with his camera, going birding, riding his bike and working in his woodworking shop, also getting a great massage. He was a member...

ATHOL- Joseph Francis Superchi, 59 of Athol, passed away on Sunday, April 25, 2021 at Baystate Hospital in Springfield. Joe was born in Athol on March 16, 1962 to Thomas and Evelyn (Robichaud) Superchi. He attended Athol schools and received his GED from Greenfield Community College in 1980. Joe worked as a carpenter for the Springfield Carpenters Union for ten years. In 1990 Joe was in a motorcycle accident that left him with a head injury and in a wheelchair, after a long recovery he lived with his sister, Theresa. Joe didn't give up, he enjoyed taking photos with his camera, going birding, riding his bike and working in his woodworking shop, also getting a great massage. He was a member...

ORANGE - On Saturday, April 3rd, 2021, Allen Doubleday, loving father of two children, passed away at the age of 87. Allen was born on May 5, 1933 in Dana, MA (now the Quabbin Reservoir), the son of the late Charles and Edna (Peterson) Doubleday. He graduated New Salem Academy and following school served overseas in Germany during the Korean War. After being honorably discharged he returned home to Orange, MA where he opened his machine shop that he ran for over 35 years on South Main St. in Orange. Allen had a passion for problem solving, during his years machining he created unique solutions to fix others equipment and invent items for use in his everyday life. He loved being...

Valida M. Smith, 89, died Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at Alliance Health in Baldwinville after an illness. She leaves her sister, Pauline Foster of Glade Valley, NC and several nieces and nephews. Valida is predeceased by two brothers, Dominey J. Smith Jr and Larry E. Smith and a sister, Rita LaFountain. She was born in Ellenberg Depot, NY on September 18, 1931 a daughter of the late Dominey J and Laura I. (Forrette) Smith. She was a graduate of Ellenberg Central High School, the class of 1949. She worked as a Foreign Export Coordinator for HP in Westminster, retiring in 1992. Valida was a member of the Orange Senior Center and the King James Court Tenant Association. Her funeral services will...

Lisa (Stone) Patient, 57 of Athol, passed away peacefully, Saturday, March 27, 2021 in the Rose Monahan Home, Worcester. She was born in Athol, on November 3, 1963, the daughter of the late Richard Stone and the late Margaret (Godin) Stone. Lisa grew up in Athol and graduated from Athol High School with the Class of 1981. Lisa worked at Cornerstone Insurance for many years and also drove school bus for Merrifield for a couple of years. She adored time spent with her family and grandchildren, enjoyed motorcycle rides with her husband Steve and camping trips with family and friends. She leaves her husband of 37 years Steven Patient; two sons, Deryk Patient and his wife Brittany of Athol,...

Lisa (Stone) Patient, 57 of Athol, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 27, 2021 in the Rose Monahan Hospice Home, Worcester. She was born in Athol, on November 3, 1963, the daughter of the late Richard Stone and the late Margaret (Godin) Stone. Lisa grew up in Athol and graduated from Athol High School with the Class of 1981. Lisa worked at Cornerstone Insurance for many years, she also drove school bus for Merrifield for a couple of years. She adored time spent with her family and grandchildren, enjoyed motorcycle rides with her husband Steve and camping trips with family and friends. She leaves her husband of 37 years Steven Patient; two sons, Deryk Patient and his wife Brittany...

Eleanor C. (Godish) Gregg, 98, passed away Wednesday, March 17, 2021 at Quabbin Valley Healthcare in Athol. She was born in Athol on March 4, 1923; daughter of the late Frank and Anna (Vincent) Godish. She graduated Athol High School in Athol in 1941 and graduated Nursing School at Worcester City Hospital in 1945. She was one of the first nurses hired at Athol Memorial Hospital and worked there from its opening in 1950 until her retirement. She kept her nursing license active until she was 89, volunteering at blood pressure and flu shot clinics. Eleanor was a life-long care giver. She cared for many family members in their final years, including her mother, husband, brothers, and aunts....

Karene Eve (Deveney) Davis, 78 of Athol, passed peacefully with family by her side on Sunday, March 14, 2021. She was born in Greenfield, on January 26, 1943, the daughter of the late Joseph Edward Deveney and the late Jacqueline Mary (McKinnon) Deveney. She grew up in Greenfield and Athol and graduated from Athol High School with the class of 1961. Karene worked as a supervisor at Digital Corporation for many years. After retiring she worked for the Fernald School in Templeton and Flowerland in Athol. She enjoyed a variety of crafts, one being painting, leaving behind memorable treasures for her family. Bingo and playing cards were another one of her favorite pastimes. She's known for...

Joseph M. Ziguloski "Ziggy", 65, of Athol lost his battle with cancer on March 12, 2021 at his home. Joe was born in Gardner August 26, 1955, the son of the late Joseph E. Ziguloski and Leona M. (DeGrace) Ziguloski. He graduated from Athol Regional High School and Mount Wachusett Community College. He recently retired from Vermont Yankee where he worked for over 20 years. Joe is survived by his wife of 40 years Jamie L. (Black) Ziguloski; his son, Daniel M. Ziguloski (Breanna Nadeau) of Athol; his sister Jane Rice and her husband Craig Rice of Athol, three granddaughters, Bella, Joslynn and Layla and several other relatives. Joseph loved his family and home, the "barn", and the great...

ATHOL, MA ?Joseph M. Ziguloski "Ziggy", 65, of Athol lost his battle with cancer on March 12, 2021 at his home. Joe was born in Gardner August 26, 1955, the son of the late Joseph E. Ziguloski and Leona M. (DeGrace) Ziguloski. He graduated from Athol Regional High School and Mount Wachusett Community College. He recently retired from Vermont Yankee where he worked for over 20 years. Joe is survived by his wife of 40 years Jamie L. (Black) Ziguloski; his son, Daniel M. Ziguloski (Breanna Nadeau) of Athol; his sister Jane Rice and her husband Craig Rice of Athol, three granddaughters, Bella, Joslynn and Layla and several other relatives. Joseph loved his family and home, the "barn", and the...

ORANGE - Christine Marie Emery, 43 of Orange, passed away Friday, March 12 at home. Christine was born on May 11, 1977 in Manchester, NH to the late Dale Emery and Patricia (Gaylord) Emery. She grew up in Ashburnham and graduated from Monty Tech in Fitchburg, MA. She was a Domestic Violence resource coordinator in Turners falls and also worked for Johnson Control in Turners Falls. Her most treasured job was being a mother and personal care giver for her son. She was a member of Valuing Our Children in Athol and Domestic Violence Resource in Turners Falls. Christine loved hiking, 4-wheeling, and tanning, caring for her grandchildren, bringing her dog on adventures, taking her family out...

Pamela (Shaw) Cote, 64 of 124 Fish Street, Athol, died Monday, March 8, 2021 in the UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus, Worcester, MA. She was born in Athol, MA, on March 6, 1957, the daughter of the late Edwin Arthur and the late Joan (Parker) Shaw. She attended Athol Schools and was a lifelong resident of Athol. Pamela is predeceased by her husband, Earl Louis Cote in 2003. She leaves her seven children, Tammy (Cote) Desreuisseau of Orange, Betty Jo (Cote) Raulston of NC, Billy Jo Cote of Athol, Tonya Cote of NC, Crystal Cote of Athol, Jeremy Cote of Athol and Bobbi Jo (Cote) Foster of Orange; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; two sisters and two brothers, Shirley...

Bettidene A. (Matthews) (Turner) Carlson, 93, passed away Sunday, March 7, 2021 at Quabbin Valley Healthcare in Athol. Bettidene was born in Livermoore Falls, Maine on October 16, 1927, daughter of the late Ernest B. Matthews and Della (Farrington) Matthews. She graduated with Athol High School class of 1946. She worked for 18 years as a nurse's aide for Athol Hospital retiring in 1989. She was a member of the Athol-Orange Baptist Church and organized Athol Hospital Auxiliary. She enjoyed reading, cooking, and spending time with her family but especially grandchildren and great grandchildren. She loved her dogs and cat. She is survived by her two sons: William M. Turner and his wife...