Kathleen F.M. Swartz
Jan 7, 2024
Kathleen F.M. (Moore) Swartz, 81, of Wilmot, NH, died peacefully Sunday, January 7, 2024, in UMass Memorial Health Alliance Hospital, Leominster, MA after an illness.
Born in Rockville Centre, NY, on May 22, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Eleanor F. (Martens) Moore. She graduated from Sacred Heart High School, and received her Bachelor’s Degree from...
Joseph E. O'Malley
Jan 5, 2024
Joseph “Joe” “Joey” “Joe-Joe” E. O’Malley, of Gardner, died unexpectedly at his home on Friday, January 5, 2024.
Born in Gardner on October 3, 1974, he was the son of Joseph O’Malley and Bette Lou (Race) Dower. Joe spent most of his life in Gardner, Templeton and Winchendon until moving a couple of years ago to upstate Altona, New York....
Marian T. Kibort
Jan 4, 2024
Marian T. Kibort, 69, of Fitchburg, passed away unexpectedly in her home on Thursday, January 4, 2024
Born in Fitchburg on August 16, 1954, she was the daughter of the late Anthony D. Kibort Sr. and Irene (Basque) Kibort. Marian grew up in Fitchburg and graduated from St. Bernard’s High School in 1972.
Marian enjoyed spending time with family, going to the...
William Conrad Martin
Dec 31, 2023
William C. Martin (“Will”), 85, of Gardner, passed away at Mercy Medical Center in Springfield, MA on Sunday, December 31, 2023, after sharing farewells with his family. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Jacqueline (Lagacé) Martin whom he wed on September 12, 1959, in Saint-Jacques, New Brunswick, Canada, as well as by his four children, Michael...
Dolores J. Jaillet
Dec 31, 2023
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother Dolores June Jaillet on New Years Eve 2023 at the age of 95.
Dolores was born August 12 1928 in Chicago, Illinois, to Christ and Ethel Moessinger. She married Philip Daniel Sweeney in 1948 in Chicago and he brought her to the hills of West...
Carol D. Vautour
Dec 30, 2023
Carol D. (Springfield) Vautour, 63, of Athol, died peacefully Saturday, December 30, 2023, in UMass Memorial Medical Center—Memorial Campus, Worcester, after a brief battle with cancer.
Born in Minot, North Dakota, on September 16, 1960, she was the daughter of the late Albert D. and Gail A. (Lehman) Springfield. She graduated from Quabbin Regional High School with the Class of...
Irene H. Dubzinski
Dec 27, 2023
Irene H. (St. John) Dubzinski, 80, of Gardner, passed away on Wednesday, December 27, 2023, at Heywood Hospital, in Gardner.
Born in Gardner on January 18, 1943, Irene was the daughter of the late Romeo and Helen (Sylwestrzak) St. John. A graduate of Gardner High School (Class of 1961) and the Salter Secretarial School (1962) with her associate degree, Irene was employed...
William J. Constantine Jr.
Dec 25, 2023
CSM William Joseph Constantine, Jr, US Army Retired, born in Cambridge, MA on August 5, 1931, passed away in his home on December 25, 2023 at the age of 92.
William had a distinguished military career of which he and his family were very proud. He started his service in the 182 Regimental Combat Team, Massachusetts National Guard serving from...
M. Clara Allain
Dec 23, 2023
M. Clara Allain, 86, of Gardner, passed away peacefully Saturday, December 23, 2023 in Heywood Hospital, Gardner. Born in Gardner on February 17, 1937, she was the daughter of the late Benjamin and Maryann (LeBlanc) Bernard. Clara was a sales clerk employed by Almy’s, and co-owned Cote’s Market in Otter River alongside her late husband John for several years...
Kenneth R. Fisher Jr.
Dec 20, 2023
Kenneth R. Fisher Jr., 63, of Gardner, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, December 20, 2023, in his home.
Born in Tyngsborough on June 28, 1960, he was the son of the late Kenneth R. Fisher Sr. and Carol (Tighe) Fisher. After graduating high school, Kenneth worked as a welder for many years before his retirement.
Kenneth was a member of the...
Doris L. Pierce
Dec 16, 2023
Doris L (Gautreau) Pierce, 77, of Gardner, died peacefully Saturday, December 16, 2023, at Gardner Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, surrounded by family after a brief illness.
Born in Gardner on May 27, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Euclid and Pauline (Fredette) Gautreau. She graduated from Gardner High School in 1964 and earned her Bachelor’s Degree in education...
Carol M. Brouillet
Dec 12, 2023
Carol M. (Richard) Brouillet, 79, of Phillipston, formerly of Baldwinville, died peacefully Tuesday, December 12, 2023, in the Life Care Center of Leominster, after a long illness.
Born in Gardner on February 25, 1944, she was the daughter of the late Ovila and Melina (Jaillet) Richard. She graduated from Gardner High School with the Class of 1962 and received her...
Ronald J. Leonard Sr.
Dec 6, 2023
Ronald J. Leonard Sr., 78, of Princeton, died peacefully Wednesday, December 6, 2023, in Gardner Rehabilitation and Nursing Center with his family by his side.
Born in Seattle, Washington, on August 29, 1945, he was the son of the late James and Evelyn (Leslie) Leonard. He graduated from Reading High School with the Class of 1963. Ron was owner of...
Andre J. Bergeron
Dec 6, 2023
Andre J. Bergeron, 67, of Gardner, died peacefully Wednesday, December 6, 2023, in his home surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with ALS.
Born in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina on October 27, 1956, he was the son of Aline (Cormier) Bergeron of Fitchburg and the late Andrew Bergeron. Andre graduated from Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School of Fitchburg...
Frank D. Meskauskas Jr.
Dec 4, 2023
Frank D. Meskauskas Jr., 77, of Hubbardston, died unexpectedly Monday, December 4, 2023, after a long illness.
Born in Gardner on October 10, 1946, to the late Frank and Blanche (Duquette) Meskauskas. Frank enlisted in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam Era, serving from 1966 to 1970, where he received the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal,...
Denise J. Adams
Dec 1, 2023
Denise Jean (Hannula) Adams, 65, of East Templeton, died peacefully Friday, December 01, 2023, surrounded by family and friends after a brief illness.
Born in Athol on August 18, 1958, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Patricia (Springer) Hannula. She graduated from Narragansett Regional High School in 1976. Denise earned an associate degree from Mount Wachusett Community...
Shawn P. Kirwan
Nov 29, 2023
Shawn P. Kirwan, 60, of Gardner, died peacefully with family and friends at his side, Wednesday, November 29, 2023, in Heywood Hospital, Gardner, after an illness.
Born in Gardner on July 19, 1963, he was the son of the late Charles Kirwan and Elaine Crowley. He was a graduate of Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School in Fitchburg. Shawn was most...
Jeanne H. Mnoholitny
Nov 26, 2023
Jeanne Helen (Desmarais) Mnoholitny, 82, of Hubbardston, died peacefully Sunday, November 26, 2023, surrounded by family after a brief illness.
Born in Gardner on May 22, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Charles E. and Sylvia E.(Risatti) Desmarais. She graduated from Gardner High School in 1960. Jeanne worked for many years in quality control for Flexcon Manufacturing until...
Allen T. Goguen
Nov 24, 2023
Allen T. Goguen, 76, of Gardner, passed away peacefully at home, Friday, November 24, 2023.
Born in Gardner on February 18, 1947, he was the son of the late Joseph W. and Jennie (Serwatka) Goguen. Allen graduated from Gardner High School in 1965. He received a Bachelor of Arts in Education in 1969 and was awarded a Master of Arts...
Salvatore Natale
Nov 22, 2023
Salvatore Natale, 71, of Gardner, passed away peacefully Wednesday, November 22, 2023, in his residence.
Born in St. Caterina Villarmosa, Sicily, Italy on February 19, 1952, he was the son of the late Vincenzo Natale and Maria DiMartino. He was owner and operator of C & S Auto Body for several years.
He was a parishioner of Annunciation Parish, Our...
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