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Victor (Tom) "Buckey" Flis, Jr

Victor (Tom) "Buckey" Flis, Jr

Sep 20, 2023

We celebrate the life of Victor (Tom)” Bucky” Flis, Jr., who was born on January 26, 1950, in Gardner, Massachusetts. He lived a life true to his nature—uncomplicated, sincere, and full of kindness. Victor passed away on September 20, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of simple joys and heartwarming memories.Victor dedicated a significant part of his life to the U.S....

Keith Otto

Keith Otto

Sep 15, 2023

Winchendon - Keith Wayne Otto, passed away on September 15, 2023, at the Lutheran Rehabilitation Skilled Care Center in Worcester, MA.  He was 89 years old. 

Keith was born November 25, 1933, to Alfred and Irene (Voecks) Otto in Pierce, Nebraska.  He was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith at Zion Lutheran Church in Pierce.

Keith graduated from Pierce...

Pierre A Veilleux

Pierre A Veilleux

Sep 12, 2023

 

Pierre A. Veilleux, entered into eternal life on September 12, 2023, after a long battle with Parkinson's disease and cancer. A man who made the most of his 81 years and left an indelible mark on the world he loved. Born in Winchendon, Massachusetts on July 26, 1942, Pierre was a man of grit and determination, a self-made man...

Linda Sue Tobia

Linda Sue Tobia

Sep 5, 2023

 

In the words of Maya Angelou, "People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Linda Tobia, born on September 19, 1940, in Winchendon. Linda was an extraordinary woman who touched the lives of many...

Kimberly Ann Porter

Kimberly Ann Porter

Sep 5, 2023

 

Winchendon- Kimberly Ann (Rocheleau) Porter, 53 died at her home after an illness.she leaves her husband, John F. Porter, Jr.; two children, Brian Lafrennie of Winchendon, and Tia Covey of Winchendon; her two grandchildren, Jordan Peterson, Jr. and Brayden Peterson, both of Winchendon; her very close nephew whom she grew up with, Chris Duval; and many other nieces and...

Richard P Vaillancourt

Richard P Vaillancourt

Sep 2, 2023

Gardner-Richard P. Vaillancourt, 63, passed from this life into eternal life Saturday, September 2, 2023, at UMass Medical Center in Worcester after a sudden illness.

He leaves his daughter, Rebecca Mikuszewski, and her husband, Dana; two granddaughters, Dana Lynn and Moriah Mikuszewski, all of Gardner; five brothers, Randall Vaillancourt of Gardner, Raymond Vaillancourt, and his wife, Susan of Winchendon, Roger Vaillancourt...

Mary Rose Herbert

Mary Rose Herbert

Sep 1, 2023

Mary Rose Herbert, born on November 11, 1949, in Winchendon, departed from us on September 1, 2023. A lifelong resident of Gardner, Mary Rose spent over four decades in Gardner, creating a rich and vibrant life. Known for her charismatic personality and her infectious love for life, she brought joy and laughter to everyone who was fortunate to know her.Mary...

Joshua Robichaud

Joshua Robichaud

Aug 31, 2023

 

Joshua David Paul Robichaud of Winchendon Born in Edmonton Alberta ,Canada 8/30/1989-8/31/2023 "ROBIE"   It's with Great sadness that my son "ROBIE" struggled and lost his battle to Mental health and Addiction. He was on the road to recovery and so proud of himself for everything he accomplished and was looking forward to a sober life and to reunite...

Bradley Ernest Lehtonen

Bradley Ernest Lehtonen

Aug 31, 2023

 

Bradley Ernest Lehtonen, also known as Brad, passed away peacefully on August 31, 2023, at the age of 80. Born on July 1, 1943, in Fitchburg, MA, he resided in Templeton, Massachusetts. He was a cherished son to his late parents, Ernest and Valma Lehtonen, and a devoted husband to his late wife, Glenna Lehtonen, whom he married on...

Richard T Boisvert

Richard T Boisvert

Aug 29, 2023

 

Winchendon-Richard T. Boisvert, Sr. 85, died Tuesday, August 29, 2023, at Alliance at Baldwinville after an illness. He was the husband of 66 years to the late Betty Ann (Christian) Boisvert, who died on June 3, 2023. He leaves his three children, Richard T. Boisvert, Jr. of Gardner, Sharon Boisvert of Winchendon, and Darin Boisvert and his wife Christine of Westminster...

Kenneth Joseph Banas

Kenneth Joseph Banas

Aug 26, 2023

 

Kenneth Joseph Banas, known as Ken, passed away peacefully on August 26, 2023, at the age of 81. Born on March 16, 1942, in Adams, Massachusetts.  Ken lived most of his years in Templeton, Massachusetts, however in late 2022 he was admitted to the Applewood Home for Elders in Athol.  Ken previously lived in Adams and Cheshire.

Ken was...

Kenneth A Lovell

Kenneth A Lovell

Aug 20, 2023

 

TEMPLETON - Kenneth A. Lovell, 89, passed away Sunday, August 20, 2023 at Alliance Health at Baldwinville.

Kenneth was born on October 27, 1933, in Putney, Vt, the son of the late Clarence and Alberta (Hall) Lovell.  He grew up in Templeton on a farm on South Rd and has resided in Templeton all his life.  He attended schools...

Jeffrey Alan Girouard

Jeffrey Alan Girouard

Aug 13, 2023

Gardner- Jeffrey Alan Girouard, 61, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 13, 2023, at Fitchburg Healthcare after an illness.He leaves his wife, Kathaleen (Wilder) Girouard; his mother Arlene Josephine (Jazakewicz) Girouard of Gardner, two daughters, Stephanie Girouard and her fiance James Roncarati of Westfield, MA, Jennifer Girouard of Phillipston, Jessica Tervo and significant other Jeremy Hart of Winchendon, Amy Allen...

Patricia Esther Fothergill

Patricia Esther Fothergill

Aug 10, 2023

 

Patricia Esther Fothergill née Batchelder of  Gardner, MA lost her battle with cancer Thursday, August 10, 2023 surrounded by family. She was 68 years old. She leaves behind a sister Lorraine Metzger, daughters Cheryl Wooster and Malinda Fothergill, a niece Amy Doucette, grandchildren Amber, Lucy, Zoe and Charlie, along with many nieces and nephews.

 

Patricia enjoyed spending time with...

Barbara L. Worn

Barbara L. Worn

Aug 9, 2023

Winchendon-Barbara L. (Finn) Worn, 73, died Wednesday, August 9, 2023, at Heywood Hospital after an illness. She was the wife of 51 years to the late Michael M. Worn.Barbara leaves her four children, Daniel Owen Worn, Tamatha Ann Worn, both of Winchendon; David Michael Worn of TN, and Carl William Worn and his wife Jessica of Williamstown, VT; four grandchildren, Dakota,...

Carolyn W. (Bourque) Fay

Carolyn W. (Bourque) Fay

Aug 9, 2023

 

Bernardston-Carolyn W. (Bourque) Fay, 84, died Wednesday, August 9, 2023, at Bay State Medical Center in Springfield after an illness.

She leaves her three sons, Bruce Hietala and his wife Barbara of Winchendon, Craig Hietala and his wife Bernadette of Fitzwilliam, NH, and Glenn Belliveau and his partner Brandi Manca of Athol, six grandchildren, Michael, Alison, Mitchel, Eliesa, Madeline...

Louise A. (Herr) Brewer

Louise A. (Herr) Brewer

Aug 9, 2023

Winchendon-Louise A. (Herr) Brewer, 92, died, Wednesday, August 9, 2023, at Alliance at Baldwinville. She was the wife of the late James W. Brewer, Sr. She leaves five sons, James W. Brewer, Jr, Michael H. Brewer, and his wife Anne, Daniel J. Brewer, Jeffrey W. Brewer, and his wife Cindy all of Winchendon, Paul L. Brewer, and his wife Zelina of Ohio;...

Humphrey Chadbourne III

Humphrey Chadbourne III

Aug 8, 2023

Phillipston-Humphrey Chadbourne, III, 91, died Tuesday, August 8, 2023, at his home after an illness.He was the husband of 62 years to the late Beverly Fay (LaRose) Chadbourne.He leaves two sons, Humphrey "Butch" Chadbourne, IV, and his wife Veronica, and William Chadbourne all of Phillipston: one daughter, Valinda Kwasny, and her husband Thomas of Moosup, CT; eight grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren;...

Theresa M Racine

Theresa M Racine

Aug 3, 2023

Gardner-Theresa M. (Dooley) Racine, 74, died Thursday, August 3, 2023 at Quabbin Valley Health Care in Athol after an illness. She was the wife of the late Henry A. Racine, Jr. who died in 2013.She leaves her son, Michael J. Larson of Gardner; daughter, Kelly L. Feuillet , and her husband Daemon of San Diego, CA; a step-daughter, Cherie Dery and...

Thomas J Conrad

Thomas J Conrad

Jul 17, 2023

Winchendon-Thomas J. Conrad, died Monday, July 17, 2023, at his home after a brief illness.  He died peacefully surrounded by his family.

He was a loving father and grandfather.  He leaves one daughter, Kelly Conrad of Manchester, NH; two granddaughters, Allison and Elizabeth.  He was preceded by one brother, Edmund Conrad of Phillipston; two sisters, Kathleen Cameron of Fitchburg, and...

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