Kristen Laine Peltonen
Apr 2, 2024
Kristen Laine Peltonen 68 of Orleans, MA passed away unexpectedly on April 2, 2024. She was born in Fitchburg, MA on the 12th of December, 1955, and brought joy and light to everyone she met. Kristen was a graduate of Fitchburg High School and later, the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. Her education was a testament to her tenacity, and her...
Donald J. Cormier
Apr 2, 2024
Donald Joseph Cormier, a loving and loyal soul, was born in Fitchburg, MA on March 17, 1935, and became a cherished resident of Leominster, Massachusetts. A true pillar of his community, Donald was known for his thoughtful nature, always ready to lend a supportive hand to those in need. His generosity extended beyond mere material expressions; Donald was most generous...
Joyce A. Schotanus
Apr 1, 2024
LEOMINSTER -- Joyce A. Schotanus, 91, entered her eternal home on Monday, April 1, 2024. Joyce, the daughter of Ann and Gilbert Norman, was born in Fitchburg, MA on April 20, 1932. Following Ann’s death in 1939, Gilbert married Helen Barber. Joyce frequently expressed gratitude for Helen’s influence on her life. In 1950, Joyce graduated from Fitchburg High School in...
Michael J. Desjean
Mar 31, 2024
Michael J. Desjean, 65 of West Boylston, MA died suddenly on Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024.Mike was born in Fitchburg to Richard and Lauraine (Cormier) Desjean on June 30, 1958, the youngest of five children.He leaves two brothers, James (Deborah) of Texas, Gary (Elaine) of Virginia, and one sister, Carol Desjean of Lunenburg. He also leaves his nieces and nephews...
James J. Larkin
Mar 31, 2024
Lunenburg - James J. Larkin, affectionately known as Jim, left the world on March 31, 2024, leaving a legacy of love and laughter. Born on June 24, 1940 in Newton, MA, Jim's reliable nature and funny wit made him a beacon of joy to all who met him. Jim was a devoted husband to his wife of 45 years, Sheila,...
David A. Buckley
Mar 29, 2024
With a spirit as boundless as the skies he loved to explore, David A. Buckley, known fondly as Buck, embarked on his final adventure on March 29, 2024, after his 4 year courageous battle with Vascular Dementia. Born on June 13, 1951, in Fitchburg, MA, Buck was a captivating character who lived his 72 years with an adventurous spirit and...
Philip J. Gaudet
Mar 29, 2024
Philip Joseph Gaudet, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away on March 29, 2024, at the age of 91. Born on August 24, 1932, in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, to Madeline (LeBlanc) and Joseph Philip Gaudet, Sr., Phil was a devoted family man and loyal friend, with a quick wit and a deep faith. Phil acquired a healthy work...
Marcella D. McManus
Mar 25, 2024
Marcella D. McManus, a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her children, on March 25, 2024. She was born in Fitchburg, Massachusetts on October 27, 1931, to Joseph and Emma Mineault.Marcie's life was a testament to her dedication to family. After graduating from St. Bernard's High School in 1949, and the Burbank Hospital School of...
William L. Conlin
Mar 24, 2024
William Louis Conlin, born on December 18, 1939, in Fitchburg MA, passed away peacefully in his sleep, on March 24, 20214 after a long illness.William, known to most as Bill, was a lifelong Fitchburg resident and business owner. Many will remember Bill's Ringside or Conlin's Corner where he retired from in 2007. He was a US Marine, serving four years,...
Sally H. Dickinson
Mar 23, 2024
Sally Harrison Dickinson passed away peacefully on March 23, 2024. She was born the daughter of George and Helen Harrison September 7, 1929 in Leominster,Ma. Sally graduated from Leominster HS(47)and Skidmore College(51). Stories of her youth are remembered by many. After graduation, Sal headed west to ski and explore life. Life turned to a marriage proposal from Porter, which he...
Linda E. Capone
Mar 23, 2024
The world lost a beloved mother, grandmother and friend, Linda Capone on March 23, 2024. Surrounded by her family. Linda, born on March 2, 1933, in Central Falls, Rhode Island, was a person of tremendous support, kindness, love, yet she wouldn’t sugar coat anything. This is what we loved about her.Linda and her husband Mike Capone were the proud owners...
John R. Wyman
Mar 19, 2024
John Roy Wyman of Gardner MA, born on September 2nd, 1927 in Leominster, MA was called home on March 19, 2024 to be reunited with his loving wife Edye Wyman. John was a charismatic and compassionate soul whose laughter and love for life touched everyone he knew. He lived a vibrant life filled with adventure, laughter, and had an enduring...
Francis E. Quinn
Mar 17, 2024
It is with immense respect and a heavy heart that we share the passing of Francis E. Quinn, known affectionately as Frank, who left us on March 17, 2024. Born in Fitchburg, Massachusetts on February 11, 1944, Francis lived a life that touched all who knew him.Francis served honorably in the United States Air Force during the Cuban Crisis. Following...
Alex J Neforas
Mar 16, 2024
Alex Joseph Neforas, born in Fitchburg, MA on August 7, 1993, passed away unexpectedly at home on March 16, 2024.Alex grew up in Leominster and attended Leominster schools but spent some of his time in Fitchburg at his dad's house. He loved to play basketball with his buddies, go snowboarding or skateboarding, watching football and basketball, play Monopoly, chess, cribbage...
Julie A. Shultz
Mar 14, 2024
Julie Ann Shultz, born on May 24, 1965, in Fitchburg, MA. Jules, as she was fondly known, graced this world with her loving spirit and unwavering support for those she held dear. Her life was a testament to the power of love, the strength of family, and the beauty of perseverance. Julie's life story is not just one of dates...
Michelle L. Henderson
Mar 11, 2024
Michelle Laurie (Girouard) Henderson, known affectionately as "Me-Me," passed away on March 11, 2024 at the age of 52, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and life lived fully. Born on November 12, 1971, in Fitchburg, MA, Michelle was an adventurous spirit, known for her creative approach to life, her contagious laughter, and her magnetic personality that drew people...
Elizabeth A. Reid
Mar 11, 2024
Elizabeth Reid (Richardson), 70, of Fitchburg, MA passed away at home on Monday, March 11, 2024 surrounded by her loving family and friends. Elizabeth was born in Fitchburg, MA on June 6, 1953, to Dorothy Smith Richardson and Stanley Babb Richardson Sr. She attended Fitchburg High School, received a BS Degree in Education from Fitchburg State University and a master’s degree...
James McKenna
Mar 10, 2024
James McKenna passed away peacefully at his home on March 10, 2024Mr. McKenna lived the last few years of his life fighting cancer. He was surrounded with support from loving and caring Venture staff (who he considered family) at 21 Hope St. in Fitchburg and at 652 West St. in Leominster. Affectionately known as Jimmy, Jim and Jimbo, he will...
Skylar J. Sherman
Mar 9, 2024
Skylar Jeanne Sherman, a courageous, funny, and loving spirit, born on March 7th, 2022 in Concord, Massachusetts, left an indelible impression on the hearts of all who knew her. Though her time with us was short, Skylar's bright and sassy personality, coupled with her love for Minnie Mouse, filled our days with laughter and our hearts with love. Her light...
Chris Laslocky
Mar 4, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the sudden passing of Christopher Laslocky, known to many as Chris, on March 4, 2024. Born on September 18, 1974, in Leominster, Massachusetts, Chris was a charismatic and animated individual whose laughter and love of life left an indelible mark on everyone he met. He was a man you needed only to meet once for...