Thomas F. Landers, Jr.
Mar 12, 2026
Longtime Wilbraham resident, Thomas F. Landers, Jr., 85, died peacefully on March 12, 2026, at home, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Springfield, he was the son of the late Thomas F. and Dorothy E. (Schelb) Landers and served his country proudly in the US Army Reserves and the Air National Guard. Tom was an electroplater and worked at...
Carolyn G. Whipple
Mar 11, 2026
Carolyn G. Whipple, longtime Hampden resident, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, passed away peacefully on March 11, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Springfield, MA to the late William Vernon and Mae (Harpin) Green.
She leaves behind her two sons, Jim and his wife Gina of Longmeadow, MA and David and his wife Jeannie of South...
Helen Liaskos
Mar 8, 2026
Helen Liaskos, a beloved mother, grandmother, thea, nouna, and dear friend of many, passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at the age of 98.
Helen was raised in Rockaway Beach, New York, along with her beloved older sisters, Georgette and Irene. She was fortunate enough to grow up one block from the ocean, inspiring a lifelong love of the beach...
Kenneth R. Gagne
Mar 8, 2026
Kenneth R. Gagne Sr., a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully March 8, 2026 at age 87, leaving behind a family who loved him deeply and will forever cherish his memory. Born on July 16, 1938, in Tewksbury, Massachusetts, he was the son of the late Harvey J. and Marie (Gelinas) Gagne.
Ken was raised and educated in...
Josephine A. Raimer
Mar 7, 2026
Josephine A. (Chicketti) Raimer, 92, died peacefully on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Vantage of Hampden. Born in Chicopee, she was daughter of the late Michael and Mary (Janusz) Chicketti.
She was a graduate of Commerce High School, Springfield and later in life went on to pursue an Art History degree at Bay Path College in Longmeadow. Utilizing her talents, she...
Garrett J. Davis
Mar 6, 2026
Garrett Joseph Davis, 40, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, March 6, 2026. Born in Springfield, he lived in Ludlow with his good friend Mika, his cherished rescue dog. Garrett graduated from Belchertown High School in 2004 and worked as a licensed plumber.
An exceptional skier and snowboarder, Garrett also loved working in his garden and doing tree work with his father...
Lawrence P. Cloutier
Mar 3, 2026
Lawrence P. “Larry” Cloutier, 85, died on March 3, 2026 in Springfield, MA. Son of the late Joseph and Eva (DeGray) Cloutier, Larry leaves his loving wife of 64 years, Claire (Castonguay) Cloutier, his son Paul Cloutier, and his granddaughter Morgan Cloutier, all of Wilbraham, MA. He also leaves many nieces and nephews.
Larry grew up in Wilbraham and served as...
Kristi Ouimet
Feb 26, 2026
Kristi “Sissy” Ouimet, 34, passed away on Thursday, February 26th, 2026. Kristi was a lifelong resident of Monson, MA and graduated from Monson High School in 2009.
If you knew Kristi, you know you could always find her laughing (witch cackling), singing at the top of her lungs for all to hear (really. really. loudly.), and spending time with her beloved...
Carol F. Rosati
Feb 25, 2026
Carol F. (Goodrich) Rosati, 80, died peacefully on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at Baystate Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born in Springfield to the late Leon and Jacqueline (Hegarty) Goodrich and grew up in Wilbraham, graduating from Minnechaug Regional High School in 1966.
Carol dedicated many years to caring for her parents, children, and grandchildren, an experience that...
Thomas Reavey
Feb 22, 2026
Thomas Reavey, 79, of Wilbraham, passed away peacefully on February 22, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Tom was born on March 27, 1946 in Worcester, to the late Bernice Hobbs and Allan Reavey of Spencer, Massachusetts. After graduating from David Prouty High School, Tom became a medic in the United States Army Reserves, a role that sparked a lifelong connection...
Martha-Jane C. Toelken
Feb 20, 2026
Former longtime Ludlow resident, Martha-Jane “Marty” Cynthia Toelken, 89, died peacefully on Friday, February 20, 2026 at Hampden Post Acute of Wilbraham. Born in North Adams, MA, she was the daughter of the late Delbert and Prudence (Davis) Toelken. A 1956 graduate of Springfield Technical High School, Marty graduated from Springfield Technical Community College. She worked as a Licensed Practical...
Josephine Daigneault
Feb 18, 2026
Josephine (Megliola) Daigneault, 95, passed away on February 18th at Lifecare Center of Wilbraham. Josephine was born in Springfield, MA on April 28, 1930 to the late Louis and Elizabeth (Pierro) Megliola. She was the 7th child of 11 and was predeceased by her brothers; Ralph, Michael, Robert and Leonard Megliola and sisters Antionette (Toni) Erwin, Mary DelNegro and Adelina...
Nancy P. O'Neill
Feb 14, 2026
Nancy Patrica O’Neill, 82, passed from this life peacefully in the presence of family with Irish music playing softly in the background. Born in Springfield, she lived most of her life in West Springfield. Nancy was the first of four daughters born to the late William and Hanora O’Neill, immigrants from County Kerry, Ireland. All close in age, the sisters...
Luisa McCarthy
Feb 13, 2026
"She was one of seven, and the first one to Heaven"
Luisa passed into eternal rest after battling cancer with dignity and courage. She was surrounded by many family members and her beloved children, while listening to Elton John, Mariza and The Eagles.
In 1967, Antonio and Ana Maria Dias arrived in the US with Luisa, the youngest of seven children. Wanting...
Marie Arthur
Feb 6, 2026
With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life marked by strength, love, and sacrifice, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, Marie Arthur.
Marie was born on January 18, 1933, in Trouin, Haiti, to her father, Anadin Arthur, and her mother, Melicide Paul. She built a legacy of resilience, devotion, and selflessness that...
James W. Henrikson
Feb 2, 2026
James William Henrikson, 62, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2026, surrounded by his loving family and in the compassionate care of the staff at Pioneer Valley Health & Rehabilitation. Born in Worcester, he was a graduate of Longmeadow High School and worked as a contractor in residential construction. Jim will be fondly remembered for his love of classic rock,...
Elizabeth Ann Fanning
Jan 27, 2026
Elizabeth Ann (Boylan) Fanning, 85, died peacefully on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, surrounded by loved ones.
Betty was born in Hoopeston, Ill., to the late Lloyd and Catherine (Campbell) Boylan. She was the middle child with an older brother, Bob, and younger sister, Mary. When her mom died at a young age and her dad lost his sight, Betty became the...
Robert H. Zepke
Jan 25, 2026
Robert Henry Zepke, 90, died peacefully on Sunday, January 25, 2026. Born in Springfield to the late Eric and Florence (Arcand) Zepke, Bob had a long career in lumber sales and was a member of the Hampden Volunteer Fire Department for 20 years. An avid golfer and hot rod enthusiast, he was a longtime member of Quaboag Country Club and...
Raymond J. Kenney
Jan 11, 2026
Raymond James Kenney, 92, passed away on January 11, 2026, at Worcester (MA) Rehab and Health Care Center, his residence for the last two years. Born in Manchester, NH, to Walter and Nancy (Severance) Kenney, he grew up in Springfield, MA, and graduated from Commerce High School in 1952. He was then drafted into the Army and served stateside as...
Joseph P. Zuccala
Jan 6, 2026
Joseph Peter Zuccala, 64, died on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. He was born in Springfield to the late Joseph and Jeanne (Carmel) Zuccala. Joe was a baker for more than 20 years at the former Gus & Paul’s Bakery in Springfield, and most recently was a custodian at Trinity United Methodist Church in Springfield. Very hard working and friendly, Joe...
