The Sun Chronicle

Carol Ann Kaczmarek, 79, of The Villages, FL, passed away on 11/14/2022 at the Ted and Diane Brandley House in Summerfield Florida. Carol was born North Attleboro, MA to Douglas Gaudette & Glorianna (Fournier) Gaudette on February 8th, 1943. She graduated North Attleboro High School in 1960 where she was a majorette, went on to study hairdressing at the Henry O. Peabody School in Norwood, MA. Carol was married to Alan Kaczmarek, 43 years on 07/28/1979 in Attleboro, MA @ All Saints Episcopal Church. (Previously married to the late Walter L. Young III). Throughout Carols adult life she had many jobs, such as: Swank, Inc., First Bristol County Nat'l Bank (CSR), United Artists Cable (CSR),...

Ryegate, VT- Catherine Ellen Brugliera, 79, passed away on Thursday, October 6, 2022, at her home. Catherine was born on January 23rd, 1943, in Dorchester, MA to John and Catherine (Kennedy) Morison. She worked as a nurse's aide for nursing homes in Massachusetts, and later became a one-on-one provider. In her free time, she enjoyed traveling with her camper with her children and her parents throughout New England, and for six weeks in the winter she and Louis would go to Florida after the children left the house. She loved and was proud of her home in Ryegate, VT, which she designed and oversaw its construction. She would enjoy going to yard sales and setting up at flea markets. ...

Edmund Ernest O'Buchon aged 71 died peacefully at his home in Lyman, NH August 6, 2022, surrounded by his loving wife and daughter as well as his extended family. Edmund was born November 8, 1950, in Boston, MA. He lived in Hyde Park with his three sisters before moving to Mansfield, MA where he attended school from grade three through high school graduation. After graduation, Edmund served his country in the United States Army fighting in the Vietnam War. Upon his honorable discharge, he continued his studies at Fisher Community College earning an Associate Degree in business then went on to Pima Community College graduating with a degree in computer science. He married Frances Ellen Cronin...

Barbara Smith, age 88, of Havana, Fl. passed away on July 3, 2022. She was born on September 27, 1933 in Attleboro, Massachusetts. Barbara was married to Frank Smith, the love of her life, for over 50 years. Barbara & Frank moved to South Florida, where they raised their children. They enjoyed their retirement together in Clermont and Tamarac, Florida. After Frank's passing, Barbara spent the last 12 years of her life living with her granddaughters and daughter, Cindy and son-in-law, Chuck. Above all things, Barbara loved being a grandmother. She spent many hours knitting stockings, mittens, and hats for her granddaughters and great-grandchildren. She had a passion for sending greeting...

Irmgard Klingel Wright, beloved wife, and mother, passed away on April 23, 2022, at her home in Bozeman, Montana. She left the arms of her husband Ray, after 63 years of steadfast marriage. She is survived by her five children: Michael, Jeffrey, Steven, Christina, and Raymond (III), and their loving spouses. She is also survived by her ten grandchildren, one great grandchild, and her family in Germany, Rudi Klingel and Ursula and Wolfgang Bachert. Irmgard was born in Oberhausen, Germany, in 1935. She grew up facing the struggles of World War II and its aftermath. She met Ray while he was stationed at a U.S. Air Force base in Zweibrucken, Germany. The two fell in love and moved to the U.S.,...

Arthur Lester Branum (A.L.) age 84 of Lenoir City, TN, formerly of Rehoboth, MA and Braintree, MA passed away March 4, 2022 . A.L. was a devoted husband and father with a great sense of humor. He attended Bluegrass Elementary School and was a 1956 graduate of Farragut High School. A.L. was a proud veteran of the U. S. Air National Guard and U. S. Coast Guard. He was a member of the International Union of Elevator Constructors and retired following 34 years of service as an elevator mechanic. A.L. enjoyed traveling throughout the United States, Canada, Japan and Mexico. He was preceded in death by his grandparents who raised him, Arthur I. Haun and Myrtle Humphrey Haun; parents, Homer...

The family of Edward G Bedard, 87, of Laconia, NH, regrets to announce the loss of their beloved husband, father, brother, and grandfather. He passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by family and prayer. Edward was born on April 27, 1934, in Attleboro, MA, to his parents, Joseph Henry Bedard and Isabelle Rose (Heon) Bedard. He was predeceased by his parents and sister Lena (Bedard) McNulty, and is survived by his devoted wife Linda (Rook) Bedard; his brothers Robert Bedard and wife Beverly; and Joseph Bedard and wife Mary Ann. Edward was raised in North Attleboro, MA, where he graduated 8th grade from Sacred Heart School. Despite his chronic health challenges, he was able to...

Mary Louise Paolino (age 85) of Bluffton, SC, and formerly of Seekonk, Massachusetts, went to be with the Lord on January 26, 2022. Her final days were spent surrounded by those whom she loved and who loved her dearly. Born in Cranston, Rhode Island, she was the daughter of the late Orlando and Mary Recchia and sister of the late Richard Recchia. Mary Lou's capacity for love, devotion to her family, and energy for life lit up the room. Her quiet, gentle patience and her selflessness are her legacy. Her family admired her as a Godly woman who was never afraid to stand for what was right. She loved her country and valued her freedom. She passed her appreciation and gratefulness for nature on...

Diane Rose Fournier, 79, died peacefully at home on November 6, 2021. Born on March 5, 1942, in Providence RI, she was the daughter of William and Lena (Hebert) Fournier. Diane resided in Attleboro Massachusetts for most of her adult life, often vacationing in Punta Gorda, FL before permanently moving to Punta Gorda in 2001. Diane was a graduate of Fordham University and received her Master's degree in Administration from Columbia University. Her career as a teacher began in New York, where she served as Principal of St. Johns School. She taught in Maryland and in South Attleboro, Massachusetts, serving as Chairman of the Math Department at Coelho Middle School in South Attleboro for...

Colonel Richard F. Dyer, USAF (ret.), 82, of Ormond Beach, FL and formally of Frederick, MD died on Thursday, October 7 at Halifax Community Hospital, Daytona Beach, FL after an extended illness. He was the high school sweetheart and endearing husband of the late Roberta D. Dyer, for more than fifty-one years. Born on June 27, 1939, in Boston, Massachusetts, he was the son of the late Henry Dyer and Amanda E. (Houtenbrink) Dyer. Ret. Col. Richard Dyer served over 30 years in the United States Air Force where he began his service to his country at Gunter Air Force Base in Montgomery, Alabma in 1962 and honorably retired from Fort Detrick in Frederick, Maryland in 1990. He served in the...

Andrew Charles Inglis, 36, of Knoxville went to be with our Lord and Savior Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021 suddenly after suffering a cardiac arrest at Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville. Born March 26, 1985 at Norwood Hospital, Andrew grew up in Mansfield, MA and graduated from Mansfield High School in 2003; where he was a member of the football and track teams. He subsequently received a scholarship from the Grand Lodge of Masons in MA and graduated from Pellissippi State Technical College and the University of Tennessee where he received a BS Degree in Logistics with a concentration in International Business. He was confirmed as a member of the Congregational Church in Mansfield, MA and had...

Gerald William Zaccardi, 78, passed away in Port Orange, FL on Thursday August 5, 2021. He was the son of the late William and Phoebe Zaccardi of Norfolk, MA. He is survived by his beloved wife, Sandra (Barnes) Zaccardi with who he shared 49 years together. Garald was born in Boston, MA, but raised in Norfolk, MA. He was a graduate of King Phillip High School. He served four years in the US Air Force, much of that in Germany. He later worked for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts for many years. He was an avid reader, loved the Boston Bruins, fishing the canal and music of all types. Gerald is survived by three stepchildren: Kristan (Gerald) Cunningham of Abington, MA, Mark (Beverly)...

Eleanor Mangan Chambers passed away on July 6th in Hobe Sound, Florida. Born to George and Mabel Mangan on June 29, 1923 in Lowell, Massachusetts, she was 98. She was preceded in death by her beloved brothers George Mangan Jr., Edward Mangan, and Thomas Mangan. Eleanor graduated from Lowell State Teachers College in 1945, and loved teaching first and second grade for the Wrentham Public Schools for over 25 years. She had a special affinity for children, and in her later years volunteered in the Sunday pre-school at her church. Eleanor loved good books, the gospel songs of Elvis Presley, bible studies , Broadway musical scores, ceramics and craft projects. She married her husband Edward...

Phyllis Marie (Powers) Philbrook, 88, died on Monday, June 14, 2021 at Hope Help Hospice in Providence, Rhode Island. She was born July 1, 1932 and was the daughter of the late James E. and Lucy E. Powers. She was the wife of the late Richard Paul Philbrook. They married in 1953 at the United Methodist Church in Nashua, NH. They enjoyed 53 years of marriage before Richard's passing on the 14th of May, 2006. Throughout the years, Phyllis worked as a secretary for Indian Head Millwork and O.K Door and Window, both in South Yarmouth, MA. Phyllis was a member of the United Methodist Church where her and Richard were married. She was an original member of the "Suburban-ettes," and was...

David Alan Pilling, 85, of New Hampton, died suddenly April 21, 2021 at Concord Hospital, Concord, NH. surrounded by his loving wife and family. Born in N. Dighton, Massachusetts on January 30, 1936, he was the son of John and Sarah (Chesworth) Pilling. David was born in North Dighton, MA and graduated from Dighton High School in 1954. He was an avid basketball player and sang in the Acapella choir. After graduation, he was a volunteer firefighter for the Dighton Fire Department. He was drafted into the Army in 1958 and served 2 years while stationed at the Nike Site in Rehoboth, MA. After his honorable discharge from the Army, he moved to Attleboro and became a firefighter on the...

David Alan Pilling, 82, of New Hampton, died suddenly April 21, 2021 at Concord Hospital, Concord, NH. surrounded by his loving wife and family. Born in N. Dighton, Massachusetts on January 30, 1936, he was the son of John and Sarah (Chesworth) Pilling. David was born in North Dighton, MA and graduated from Dighton High School in 1954. He was an avid basketball player and sang in the Acapella choir. After graduation, he was a volunteer firefighter for the Dighton Fire Department. He was drafted into the Army in 1958 and served 2 years while stationed at the Nike Site in Rehoboth, MA. After his honorable discharge from the Army, he moved to Attleboro and became a firefighter on the...

Pauline F. Bellavance, 66, passed away Friday, April 2, 2021 in Myrtle Beach. Born November 28, 1954 in Waltham, MA, daughter of the late William D. Bellavance and Nora (Molloy) Sprague. A very beloved wife to her husband Robert Bellavance for over 35 wonderful years. During her illness, Covid restrictions prevented visitation by family. Despite the isolation, she remained ever graceful and embraced and was embraced by the many compassionate nurses at Grand Strand Regional Hospital who cared for her day in and day out. Pauline worked as a Social Worker for more than twenty years with the Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance and worked as a Teen Parent Specialist. Some...

Helen H. McElwee, 97, a resident at The American House in Keene, NH, died on February 26, 2021 in her residence from natural causes. Mrs. McElwee was born in North Adams, Massachusetts on October 20,1923 to Mr. and Mrs. Raymon C. Hastings. She grew up in Leominster, Mass. and was a graduate of Leominster High School with the class of 1941. Mrs. McElwee graduated from the New England Deaconess Hospital School of Nursing in Boston, Mass., as a Registered Nurse. Mrs. McElwee married her late husband Kenneth R. McElwee on April 26,1947; they were married for 65 years until his death in 2012. After marriage, they lived in North Attleboro, Mass. where they began their family and Mrs. McElwee...

Elizabeth H. Dever, 91, of Lady Lake, Florida, formerly of North Attleboro and Needham, Massachusetts, passed away on Sunday, December 27, 2020. She was the wife of the late James L. Dever; they were married for 65 years. Born in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada on February 13, 1929, she was the daughter of Nicholas and Helen (Diduck) Holychuk and had twelve siblings. Betty grew up in Hilliard, Alberta where her parents had settled upon emigrating to Canada. Her family moved to Toronto, Ontario where Betty completed her education. After graduation she was employed by the Embassy of India in Washington, DC as an office manager. While in Washington, DC she met her husband to be. They returned...

CANAAN- William Dulude, Sr., 88, of Canaan, Vt., and formerly of Attleboro, died suddenly on Saturday, Nov. 28, 2020, at his home. The son of Charles and Delia (St. Martin) Dulude, Bill graduated from Attleboro High School in 1950 and enlisted in the U.S. Air Force. Upon his honorable discharge, he returned to Attleboro and married Alice L. Allard in August, 1954. During that time, he worked at Fine's Farm on the Attleboro/Rehoboth line. Soon after, he joined the Attleboro Fire Department, serving 30 years. Bill also ran a coin shop in the center of Attleboro for a number of years, before moving to Canaan. Always an outdoorsman, Bill enjoyed farming, hunting, and forestry. He and his three...

Anne Kaufman, formerly of Boston, Wrentham, and Mansfield, Massachusetts, died Sunday, November 15, 2020 in Doctors Hospital, Sarasota, Florida, after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's and pulmonary disease. She was 81 years old and leaves behind a loving husband, Donald, of Sarasota, Florida, one child, Douglas, of Prague, Czechia, and four loving grandchildren, Ian, Katherine, and Isabel Goldschmidt of Wrentham, Massachusetts, and Sevin Kaufman, of Prague, Czechia. Anne was predeceased by her daughter, Sara Goldschmidt, of Wrentham. Anne graduated from St. Clements High School and Northeastern University in Boston. During her long and productive life, she was a Tupperware manager, the...