Stone-Ladeau Funeral Home Obituaries - Eulogy Assistant (2024)

Obituary Preview: WINCHENDON- Marion C. (Paul) May, 92 of Winchendon, died Sunday, April 24, 2022 in the Heywood Hospital, Gardner.

She was born in Winchendon on January 18, 1930, the daughter of the late Napoleon Paul and the late Eva (Duval) Paul.

Marion was a life-long resident of Winchendon. She was an active member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. She was a member of the Winchendon VFW Auxiliary and the American Legion Auxiliary. She was a member of the Winchendon Senior Center, volunteered there and enjoyed playing Bingo.

She leaves one son, Herbert V. May, Jr. and his wife Ginger of Winchendon; two daughters, Patricia A. Newman Bushee and her husband Thomas Bushee of South Royalston; Paula J. Paradise of Gardner; nine grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her husband of 53 years, Herbert V. May, Sr., her daughter, Kathleen M. Stickles, by five sisters, Pauline Loomis, Irene Bosworth, Lorraine Darcy, Lena Roy, Diana Stanford, by four brothers, Napoleon Paul, Jr., Arthur Paul, Leon Paul, MauricePaul.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, April 28, 2022 at 10:00 am in Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 52 Spruce St., Winchendon. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery.

Calling hours will be held Wednesday, April 27, 2022 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Stone-Ladeau Funeral Home, 343 Central St., Winchendon.

Obituary Preview: WINCHENDON – Randall R. Rice, 62, of Petersham, formerly of Winchendon, died Tuesday morning, April 19, 2022 in Heywood Hospital, Gardner.

He was born in Concord, MA on July 3, 1959, son of the late Ralph and H. Jeannette (Lafond) Rice and lived in Winchendon for many years until moving to Petersham in 2008.

Randy had worked in the furniture industry as a finisher for many years. His hobby was woodworking and in later years, Randy made signs for individuals and business. A lover of wildlife, Randy enjoyed fishing, snowmobiling and outdoor activities. He also enjoyed trips to Maine.

He leaves his beloved daughter, Amy Horrigan and husband Shawn of Gardner; two sisters, Robin R. Barnes and husband Thomas of Petersham and Rochelle Kennedy and husband Raymond of Iva, SC; a granddaughter Aliyah Horrigan and several nieces and nephews. A brother, Ralph Rice Jr., preceded him in death.

Graveside services will be held Monday, May 2, 2022 at 1 P.M. in Calvary Cemetery, Glenallen Street, Winchendon. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.stone-ladeau.com

Kevin J. Mack, Douglas M. Stone and Walter C. Taylor, directors.

Obituary Preview: WINCHENDON – Regina L. (Yelle) Duval, 64, of Winchendon, died peacefully at her residence Monday, April 18, 2022, with her family at her side.

She was born in Winchendon on September 8, 1957, daughter of the late James and Louise (Pike) Yelle Sr and was a resident of Winchendon for most of her life.

Regina worked many years ago as a seamstress at the former Tammy Lynn Fashions. For 32 years, Regina was an active and dedicated volunteer at Winchendon CAC. Her greatest enjoyment was spending time with her children and grandchildren. She also enjoyed making crafts and jewelry.

She leaves her husband Roland Duval; four children, Mindy Gauthier and her husband Adam of Orange, Richard Lajoie Jr and wife Vanessa of Jaffrey, NH, Anthony Duval of Athol and Jeremy Duval of Winchendon; a brother, Joseph Lavenskie of Rindge, NH and nine grandchildren. A brother, James Yelle, preceded her in death.

Graveside services will be held Tuesday, April 26, 2022 at 1 P.M. in Riverside Cemetery, Glenallen Street, Winchendon.

Memorial donations may be made to Winchendon CAC, 272 Central Street, Winchendon, MA 01475. To leaves an online condolence, please gowww.stone-ladeau.com

Kevin J. Mack, Douglas M. Stone and Walter C. Taylor, directors.

Obituary Preview: Winchendon-Paige Adalia Sibley-Caley, 26, died Sunday, April 17, 2022.

She leaves her husband Cody Caley; one son, Myles Caley; one step-daughter, Lily Caley; her parents, Johnathan and Jennifer(Champagne) Sibley; one brother, Brandon Sibley; her paternal grandparents, Arnaldo and Barbara Sibley; her maternal grandfather, Ronald Champagne; three aunts, Kristy Packard and her husband Daniel; Kathy Sutton and her husband Kevin all of Winchendon and Nancy Lovett and her husband Timothy of Rindge, NH; one uncle Travis Champagne and his wife Kara of Templeton and many cousins.

She is predeceased by her maternal grandmother, Carla Champagne.

Paige was born in Gardner on September 5, 1996. She attended Murdock High School.

Paige loved doing her hair and make up. She enjoyed the outdoors, hockey, reading, photography and her friends. She especially loved her family and her son.

Paige’s funeral will be held on Thursday, April 21, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. in the Stone Ladeau Funeral Home, 343 Central Street, Winchendon, MA 01475.

Calling hours will be held from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. prior to the funeral.

Burial will be private.

Obituary Preview: GARDNER - Jane M. (Brodeur) Huntoon, 78 of Gardner, died Wednesday, April 13, 2022 in the Gardner Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, Gardner.

She was born in Gardner, on April 19, 1943, the daughter of the late Oscar E. Brodeur and the late Antoinette (Daignault) Brodeur.

Jane graduated from Narragansett Regional High School in 1961. She was employed as a Nurse’s Aide at both Gardner Manor and Wachusett Manor Nursing Home.

She was predeceased by her husband, Roland F. Huntoon who passed away in 1996. Jane is survived by three sons, John Huntoon and his wife Tina of Fitchburg, Scott Huntoon and his wife Shelley of Gardner, James Huntoon of Gardner; one daughter, Ann-Marie Bourn of Gardner; one sister, Diane Nichols of Devens; six grandchildren, Virginia, Johnny, Jessica, Mike, Millicent, Seth; four great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, Jane was predeceased by a sister, Rose-Anne Hutchins and by a brother Oscar Brodeur.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, April 19, 2022 at 11:00 am in the Stone-Ladeau Funeral Home, 343 Central Street, Winchendon. Burial will follow in Riverside Cemetery, Winchendon.

Calling hours will be held Tuesday, April 19, 2022 from 9-11 a.m. at the funeral home.

Obituary Preview: TEMPLETON - Richard J. Robillard, 71, of Baldwinville, died peacefully Saturday morning, April 9, 2022 in Heywood Hospital, Gardner.

He was born in Gardner on January 13, 1951, son of the late Wilfred J. Robillard and Marjorie Barbara (Feltman) Burgess and was a lifelong resident of Baldwinville. Rich was a 1969 graduate of Narragansett Regional High School, where he was Class President his last two years of high school. During high school, he was a member of its drama club, varsity baseball team and National Honor Society He graduated from Westfield State College in 1973 and earned his Master’s Degree in Psychology from Worcester State College.

Rich managed Section 8 Rural Housing in Winchendon for many years and also did private counseling. An avid fan of the Boston Red Sox, Rich was a semi-pro baseball umpire for many years. A master of trivia, Rich possessed a great sense of humor and was a movie buff. A member of New Hope Bible Chapel of Templeton, he loved his Bible and sharing God’s word.

He leaves his wife of 39 years, Monika A. (DiPerrio) Robillard; a daughter Rebeka Robillard; a brother William J. Robillard, all of Baldwinville and several nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be held Thursday, April 14, 2022 from 4 to 6 P.M. Thursday in Stone-Ladeau Funeral Home, 343 Central Street, Winchendon. Funeral services will follow Thursday at 6 P.M. in the funeral home.

Burial will be in Wildwood Cemetery, Gardner at a later date.

Memorial donations may be made to Templeton Food Pantry, PO Box 189, Templeton, MA 01468. www.stone-ladeau.com

Kevin J. Mack, Douglas M. Stone and Walter C. Taylor directors.

Obituary Preview: Jean (Bunnie) Stockwell, 94, of Gardner, formerly of Lunenburg

Bunnie Stockwell, 94, a former longtime resident of Lunenburg and Pepperell died Thursday, April 7, 2022, at Gardner Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, Gardner MA, after a brief illness.

Mrs. Stockwell was born in Springfield, April 21, 1927, daughter of Arthur H. and Elinore (Engman) Lamy and resided much of her life in Lunenburg before moving to Gardner 11 years ago.

She is survived by her son, Edward A. Stockwell and wife Theresa of Fruitland Park, FL; Son Larry A. Stockwell of West Palm Beach, FL; and brother, Arthur H. Lamy Jr. of Berlin, MA.

She is pre-deceased by her husband, Robert (Bob) in 2010 and her son Dennis in 1972.

She co-owned and operated Bob's Greenhouse in Lunenburg and many years ago had worked at the former Hawbuck Orchards in Harvard.

Bunnie enjoyed working along-side her husband Bob, growing strawberries and tomatoes and taking out mule-drawn hayrides. She was fond of the many horses and dogs they had through the years.

They were avid card players. They played with friends and neighbors on a regular basis.

Bunnie really enjoyed camping with Bob. When they sold the greenhouse business and moved out of Lunenburg, they bought a motor home and finally took that trip around the country they had been talking about. They also enjoyed their time at the campground up at Swanzey Lake, making the trip from Pepperell every weekend during the summers for many years.

A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, April 12, 2022,at 1:00 p.m.at South Cemetery, Lunenburg. There are no calling hours.

The Stone-Ladeau Funeral Home, 343 Central Street, Winchendon, is assisting the family with arrangements. Please seehttps://www.stone-ladeau.com/listingsfor additional information.

Obituary Preview: Winchendon-Addison Leo Sevigny, 33, died Monday, April 4, 2022 at his home in Keene, NH.

He leaves his three children Anika, Avery and Aubrey Sevigny all of Keene, NH. His parents, David Jr and Racheal (Benoit) Sevigny; one sister Amelia Sevigny all of Winchendon; paternal grandmother, Cheryl Sevigny, Maternal grandparents, Charles and Carol Patriquin of Athol, many aunts, uncles, cousins, and nephews. He was predeceased by his paternal grandfather David Sevigny Sr, his maternal grandfather Kenneth Benoit, his cousin Anthony Sevigny. He was born in Greenfield on August 14, 1988.

He was a2006 graduate of Montachusett Regional Technical School where his trade was cabinet making. He worked alongside his father in the family business Sevigny Precast Concrete. Addison enjoyed shooting, fishing, video games, watching movies, playing the guitar, playing pool with his dad, and writing poetry. He especially enjoyed spending time with his three beautiful children, family and friends.

Obituary Preview: On April 3, 2022 we said goodbye to Beverly (Bever) Nyman who after many years of mental and physical health challenges, died from a cardiac event. Though her life accomplishments as defined by traditional measures may have been modest, her victories over debilitating mental health issues and dedication as a mother and wife are what made Beverly’s life a remarkable one. Her fortitude in the face of what were immense obstacles remind us of the true nature of what success is.

Beverly Rachel Nyman was born in Fitchburg, MA on August 5, 1934, the third child of Florence Forshner and Samuel Bever. Beverly graduated from Fitchburg High School in 1953 and earned her LPN from Winthrop Community Hospital in 1955. Beverly married Richard Nyman in November of 1954, a marriage that lasted over 67 years. While being a dedicated mother to four children Beverly held numerous administrative jobs over her life at companies that included Quality Fruits of Fitchburg, SEARS Roebucks in Leominster and finally settling into working as an office manager for several doctors and dentists in the Fitchburg area for over 15 years.

For many years Beverly was a dedicated member of the parish of Christ Church in Fitchburg serving as a guild member and on the vestry. She was known for her friendly and welcoming manner for both long term church members and newcomers. She was always ready with phone calls to inquire about members who needed support and encouragement when they were struggling.

At home Beverly was an expert scrap booker compiling over 60 books for her children and both immediate and extended family. Her photo albums were especially notable – organized and annotated with quips that always brought laughs and smiles. Beverly also loved to garden and worked side-by-side with her husband Richard in maintaining a stunning and well-manicured lawn and garden. A true source of pride for both of them.

Over her life Beverly enjoyed many different hobbies including sewing, jigsaw puzzles, gardening, raising chickens and turkeys and recreational activities such as skiing, swimming, backpacking, hiking and cycling (even learning how to ride a bike as an adult – a difficult feat). Later in life, Beverly enjoyed binge-watching numerous TV series including Highlander, NCIS, and various “law and order” shows with her husband.

In the 1950’s and 60’s a person’s mental health was poorly understood. The stigma and lack of treatments available led to a strong sense of shame and loneliness. Physiologically and psychologically Beverly struggled with imbalances that manifested as obsessive compulsive disorder and anxiety. Despite these personal and societal barriers, Beverly fought all her life to manage her symptoms and provide a stable home life for her family. She was an early adopter of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, a now worldwide secular meditation treatment. She persevered through years of therapy and medication in attempts to find quality of life. And though not always successful she never gave up. Her family understood that her efforts and resilience were not only for her, but for her family as well.

Beverly was predeceased by her husband Richard, her eldest son Mark, her three siblings Robert Bever, Ralph Bever, and Betty DeCarolis, her father Samuel Bever, mother Florence Forshner and her stepfather Otto Rossner. She leaves behind three children, 14 grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Marcia (her daughter) and Eric Flinkstrom and family: Hilary (Flinkstrom) and Michael McGinness family (Braiden, Caleb, Avery), Ethan Flinkstrom, Emily Flinkstrom and Jay Wilgus family (Jasper and Merick), Rachel (Flinkstrom) and Jesse Hardie family (Cooper and CJ), Sam Flinkstrom and Roxanne Poulin family (Summer), Chad and Taylor Flinkstrom family (Aili), Zachary Flinkstrom and Colby Wood and Kayla Flinkstrom. Martin (her son) and Carolyn Nyman and family: Sydney, Jackson and Shelby Nyman. Matthew (her son) and May Nyman and family: Kaarina, Flynn and Devin Nyman .

Obituary Preview: GARDNER – Jane M. (Rajotte) Comee, 74, of Gardner died peacefully Saturday morning, April 2, 2022 in Alliance Health at Baldwinville.

She was born in Leominster on October 19, 1947, daughter of the late Donat and Irene (Hebert) Rajotte and was a graduate of Leominster High School. Jane had been a resident of Gardner since 1976.

Jane was an excellent cook and enjoyed working with plants and flowers. An avid fan of the Boston Red Sox and Boston Celtics, Jane enjoyed vacationing in the White Mountains and Ogunquit, Maine. She was a member of the National Alopecia Foundation.

She leaves her husband of 45 years, Dennis W. Comee; a son, Shaun D. Comee and his fiancé Rachel Berg of Brimfield, MA; two grandchildren, Brayden Comee and Natalie Comee; her brothers and sisters, Kathy Dirusso and John of Leominster, Theresa Bickford and husband Richard of Concord, NH and Charles Rajotte and wife Michelle of Fitchburg and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother, Leo Rajotte and a sister, Doris Ciccone.

Funeral services will be private and at the convenience of the family.

Memorial donations may be made to the National Alopecia Areata Foundation, 65 Mitchell Blvd Suite 200-B, San Rafael, CA 94707.

Stone-Ladeau Funeral Home, 343 Central Street, Winchendon is directing arrangements. Kevin J. Mack, Douglas M. Stone and Walter C. Taylor, directors www.stone-ladeau.com

Obituary Preview: Richard E. Nyman was born September 22,1933 in Peterborough, NH to Ellu Nyman and Aili (Éskola) Nyman. He spent the first few years of his life in New Ipswich, NH and moved to Fitchburg, MA in 1941 following the death of his father. He grew up in Fitchburg's "Finntown" and graduated from Fitchburg High School in 1951. He graduated from Fitchburg State College in 1955 with a Bachelor of Science in Education. During his college career he was a member of the men’s varsity soccer team for 3 years, including the 1952 undefeated team.

Richard began his teaching career at Westford Academy in 1955 and spent 41 years teaching various science courses including biology, chemistry, and environmental science. His career took him to Portland High School in Portland, Connecticut, Oakmont Regional High School, Quabbin Regional High School and Groton-Dunstable Regional High School. He served as science department chairman at both Quabbin and Groton-Dunstable. He was a member of the State Science Supervisors Association as well as president of the Wachusett League of Science Supervisors.

Richard pursued a graduate degree from Boston University earning a Master’s of Education from Boston University. He also participated in advanced studies in science education sponsored by the National Science Foundation including fellowships at Colgate University, Boston College, Holy Cross and the University of South Dakota. At a time when most high school students were limited in the number of available courses, Richard used these advanced studies to develop a cutting-edge science program at Groton-Dunstable that enabled students to take more than 4 science courses during their high school career. In one of these classes, he engaged students in a study of the Nashua River ecosystem including canoe trips to collect data to evaluate water chemistry and ecosystem health. He retired from teaching in 1996.

In addition to his teaching career, Richard had a notable and impactful career as a sports coach including coaching track, basketball, baseball and, above all, Boys’ varsity soccer! Richard coached varsity soccer for 34 years with 30 of those years as the coach at Groton-Dunstable Regional High School. “Coach Nyman’s” teams were always well-prepared and well-disciplined, and his players gave 100% (or else!) during practices and games. He did not just coach from the sidelines but patrolled the pitch barking commands and using his piercing whistle to guide his players. He was lavish in his praise and exacting in his expectations. He motivated players not only as athletes but as students and well-rounded young men. Coach Nyman’s teams finished over .500 each year but one, won multiple league championships, four District titles and most notable, two State Championships, one in Division 3 and one in Division 2. He coached two High School All-Americans, Brian Bergeron and Derek McCaffrey. He was a member and past president of the Central Mass Soccer Coaches Association and the National Soccer Coaches Association. He was selected Central Mass Coach of the Year four times and State Coach of the year once and was selected as the Lowell Sun Coach of the Year nine times. Richard was a long-time and dedicated member of the Ashburnham Lions Club serving as President four times. On the District 33A level he served as a Zone Chairman and Region Chairman and as President of its Sight mobile Committee for three terms. He

was the recipient of both the Melvin Jones and Joseph J. Camada awards for outstanding service to Lionism.

Richard was an avid sports fan closely following the Sox, Pats, Celtics, Bruins and Revolution. He followed them closely often with a jaundiced eye and critical phrase. He was an avid skier, golfer and a long-time member of the Winchendon School Golf club and he especially enjoyed rounds of golf played with his sons and grandsons.

Richard’s wife of 67 years, Beverly R. Nyman died two days after Richard on April 3, 2022. He is survived by three children: Marcia Flinkstrom (Eric) of South Berwick, ME., Martin Nyman (Carolyn) of Waconia, MN and Matthew Nyman (May) of Corvallis, OR. He is predeceased by his son Mark Nyman of Three Forks, MT. He is also survived by 14 grandchildren, Hilary McGinness, Ethan Flinkstrom, Emily Flinkstrom (Wilgus), Rachel Flinkstrom (Hardie), Samuel Flinkstrom, Chad Flinkstrom, Zachary Flinkstrom, Kayla Flinkstrom, Sydney Nyman, Jackson Nyman, Shelby Nyman, Kaarina Nyman, Flynn Nyman and Devin Nyman and daughter-in-law Melissa Wustner. Also, nine great grandchildren, Braiden, Caleb and Avery McGinness, Jasper and Merick Wilgus, Cooper and CJ Hardie, Summer Flinkstrom and Aili Flinkstrom.

Obituary Preview: Rindge NH & Ashburnham - Pauline Lashua, 81, died Monday, March 28, 2022 at her daughter’s home after an illness.She leaves her daughter Brenda Lashua; sons, Steven Lashua and Robert “Bobby” Lashua; their father, Paul Lashua; her precious grandchildren, Alan and Lydia. She also leaves many near and dear friends who know who they are.

Pauline was born in Winchendon on July 4, 1940, a daughter of the late Maurice B and Lillian M. (Bosworth) Ward. She was a graduate of Murdock HIgh School. She lived most of her life in Ashburnham. She worked at Bj’s in Leominster until her retirement.

She was a member of the Mission Congregational Church.She was a member of the VFW Auxiliary Post 193, American Legion Auxiliary Post 193, The Golden Age and Senior Center all in Winchendon. Pauline loved to watch the birds from her picture window and see the flowers.She enjoyed yard sales, U-turns, crossword puzzles, jigsaw puzzles, bus trips with her lady friends, going to the oceans and Elvis hymns. She wrote poems that could make you laugh or cry when reading them. Her favorite treat was eating PEEPS.

Her family would sincerely like to thank all the doctors, nurses and everyone that helped her along her journey to heaven.

Pauline’s funeral will be held on Sunday, April 3, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. in the Stone Ladeau Funeral Home, 343 Central Street, Winchendon, MA 01475.Calling hours will be from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm prior to the funeral.Her burial will be private.To leave an online condolence, please visit www.stoneladeau.com Kevin J. Mack, Douglas M. Stone and Walter C. Taylor, funeral directors.

Obituary Preview: Leominster-Michael Charles Amedio, 81, died Monday, March 28, 2022 at Leominster Hospital after an illness.He is predeceased by his wife of over 50 years, Beverly Ann (Day) Amedio (February 15, 1937 - May 4, 2021).

He leaves his six children, Pauline Amedio-Neville of Leominster, Debralee Hudson of Fitchburg, Patricia Daigle of Winchendon, Everett Racine of Leominster, Jeri-Lynn Enright of Myrtle Beach, SC and Mark Amedio of CA; 13 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; one sister Dolores Piragis of Athol and many cousins.

He was born in Athol on July 17, 1940 a son of the late Carlo and Rose (Bosco) Amedio. He graduated from Athol High School. He owned and operated several barber shops. His first was Barber’s Crossing in Worcester, which he changed its name to Hair Smythe1, then Smythe 2 in Leominster and then Smythe 3 in Fitchburg. Prior to his retirement he worked for his nephew at Joey’s Barber shop in Fitchburg. Where he was known as uncle Mike to everyone. He would even go to local nursing homes for his longtime customers.

Michael was a true Red Sox fan and also enjoyed the patriots, he also was an excellent dancer and Bocci player. He truly loved his family as they were the most important part of his life.

He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Funeral services for Michael and Beverlywill be held on Monday, April 4, 2022 at 12 Noon in the Stone Ladeau Funeral Home, 343 Central Street, Winchendon, MA 01475.Calling hours will be in the funeral home on Monday from 10:00 am to 12 Noon at the time of the service.Burial military honors will follow in the Massachusetts Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 111 GlennAllen Street, Winchendon, MA 01475. The family requests no flowers, that you make a memorial contribution in Michael’s name to a Veterans organization of your choice. To leave an online condolence please visit www.stone-ladeau.com.Kevin J. Mack, Douglas M. Stone and Walter C. Taylor, funeral directors.

Obituary Preview: FRAMINGHAM - Rosalie Lemmon, 85, diedpeacefullyonSaturday March 26, 2022 in Winchendon, MA surrounded by family and friends.

Born in Newark NJ, on November 7, 1936, daughter of Domenic and Candida (Martello) Rigante. She is survived by her four children and their spouses, Roy D. Lemmonand wife Kim, James L. Lemmon Jr.and wife Corinne Nye, Robert B. Lemmon andwife Michelle Fay, Leslie J. (Lemmon) Cellaand husband Pauland her long-time companionRobert Rix. She is also survived by her sixteen grandchildren,fivegreat grandchildren and Robert Rix's family whom she considered her own. She lost her daughter Cynthia C. (Lemmon) Stevensonin November 2017 and her late husband James L. Lemmon in September 1991.

Rosalie had been a resident of Framingham for the past 67 years and often wintered in Cocoa Beach, FL where she loved to spend time with her immediate and extended family. Her favorite things to do were swimming in the ocean, which she felt could heal any problem, and going to the Moose for dancing and dinner. She also spent much of her time in Winchendon, MA with her companion Robert Rix. They loved to take boat rides on the lake, host parties and spend quality time with their children, grandchildren and friends.She was a generous,caringsoulanddeeplyloved family and friends.Rosalie worked many years as an office manager at New England Money which although it was work, she thoroughly enjoyed. The only reason she retired was so that she could take care of her mother at the end of her life.She also loved to travel and cruise and did so as often as she couldright up until the end of her life.

A memorial service will be held Sunday, April 10, 2022 at 10:30 A.M at the Cathedral of the Pines, which was one of herfavoriteplaces to visit,10 Hale Road, Rindge, NH. A reception will follow at Hidden Hills Estates,18 Lisa Dr., Rindge, NH.

Obituary Preview: GARDNER – Beverly A. (Emond) Bushey, 81, of Gardner died peacefully at her residence Thursday evening, March 24, 2022, with her family at her side.

She was born in Websterville, VT on May 18, 1940, daughter of the late William and Dorothy (Santor) Emond and moved to Massachusetts at the age of eight. Beverly had been a resident of Gardner for most of her life.

Beverly worked as a licensed practical nurse at Heywood Hospital and Garso. She also did private duty nursing care. Beverly enjoyed making jewelry and quilting. Her greatest enjoyment was spending time with her family. Beverly was a member of St. Martin’s Church, Otter River.

She leaves her husband of 61 years, Roy J. Bushey Sr.; two children, Rachel J. Duguay and her husband Michael of Gardner and Roy J. Bushey Jr of Gardner and Barbara Bushey of Gardner; a brother, Raymond J. Emond of Detroit, Michigan; five grandchildren, Jessica Hunt and husband Jim, Jason Bushey and wife Kendra, Kalli Duguay, Joshua Duguay and Lisa Zuppa and eight great-grandchildren, Kamryn, Genevieve, Kona, Knox, Kyra, Kwyn, Chace and Addison, and a daughter in law, Laura Bushey of CO. A son, Raymond J. Bushey, died in 1991.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday, March 30, 2022 at 10 A.M. in St. Vincent de Paul Church, 1 Forest Street, Baldwinville. Burial will follow in St. John’s Cemetery, Gardner.

Calling hours in Stone-Ladeau Funeral Home, 343 Central Street, Winchendon are Tuesday, March 29, 2022 from 5 to 7 P.M.

Memorial donations may be made to Joslin Diabetes Center, One Joslin Place, Boston, MA 02215.

Kevin J. Mack, Douglas M. Stone and Walter C. Taylor, funeral directors. www.stone-ladeau.com

Obituary Preview: TEMPLETON - In the late morning of March 22, 2022, Barbara Estelle Cullen, 90, passed away peacefully at her residence in Baldwinville, with her family at her side. She was born in Wellfleet, MA,on March 3, 1932 and was fortunate enough to live in many locations around New England before settling in Central Massachusetts.

In addition to raising six children, Barbara worked hard outside of her home, and met many friends through her various jobs, including Mount Wachusett Community College and former diner, Vic’s Place, both in Gardner.During her leisure time, she was an avid reader, loved completing crossword puzzles and enjoyed watching mysteries and game shows.In her community she looked forward to many activities and excursions with her fellow members of the Red Hat Society and the Golden Ages, as well as lunches and bingo at the Winchendon Senior Center.She also proudly served as part of the Women’s Guild for Memorial Congregational Church of Baldwinville.Along with her children and grandchildren, she traveled extensively around the United States, and also explored parts of Canada.She was always excited for family gatherings, especially when they included competitive card games.She always tried to look at the bright side of life, and when things did not go quite as planned, she’d remind herself and others that they were still lucky enough to be “making memories.”Barbara was adored by her large, happy and still-growing family, and she will forever be missed by all of them, as well as those in the greater Baldwinville community who cared for her so dearly.

Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, Neil A. Cullen, first husband William M. Bolduc and her son, Ralph D. Bolduc.

She is survived by son William Bolduc and his wife, Debra, and daughters Estelle Stowe and her husband, David; Sandra Arsenault and her husband Duane; Joi Cormier and her husband, Gary; and Marcia Arioli and her husband, Stephen.Barbara also leaves behind her stepchildren, many grandchildren, great grandchildren, and a great-great grandchild.

Obituary Preview: Gardner-Steven Tauno Aalto, 58, died Sunday, March 20, 2022 at his home after a battle with cancer which he faced with courage and Sisu.He leaves his wife, Louise I (Boudreau) Aalto; they would have celebrated their 39th wedding anniversary on March 26. He also leaves his two daughters, Alise Aalto-Fiedler and her husband Steven Fiedler of South Hadley and Jill Aalto of Warwick, RI; two grandchildren, Ethan Joseph Fiedler and Cora Adeline Fiedler both of South Hadley; one brother, Peter Aalto and his wife Peggy of Hubbardston; four sisters, Kathy Bogaard and her husband Hugo of Hubbardston, Laurie Drouin and her husband Thomas of Winchendon, Karen Lesneski and her husband Dave of Gardner and Sandy Sisco and her husband Tom of Hubbardston and many nieces and nephews. Steven is predeceased by his infant son, Eric Hjalmar Aalto; a sister, Penny Marie Aalto and his beloved godson, Samuel Thomas Sisco.

He was born in Gardner on April 12, 1963 the son of the late Tauno Hjalmar and Joan Edith (Dora) Aalto, the youngest of their seven children. He took pride in his Finnish heritage. He was a 1981 graduate of Quabbin Regional High School in Barre; he was on the wrestling team for 4 years and was a State Championship finalist. He proudly served in the US Navy as a MM3 aboard two submarines; the USS Skipjack SSN 585 and USS Will Rogers SSBN 659. He started his career as an auxiliary police officer with the Hubbardston Police Department and then worked for the Boston and Maine Railroad as a police officer. He was a member of the Gardner VFW.

Steven truly appreciated nature and the outdoors; fishing, gardening, hunting, and caring for his apple trees were his favorite hobbies. He loved watching birds and built many bluebird nesting boxes to help establish a local population. He enjoyed sharing his knowledge of nature with his daughters and grandchildren. He especially enjoyed going for walks and cross country skiing with his wife on his family farm in Hubbardston. He also had a passion for cooking, sharing many recipes with his family and teaching them how to properly care for cooking knives. He had a passion for ice hockey, watching and attending many Boston Bruins games, playing pond hockey and watching his children and grandchildren learn to skate on his backyard pond. He adored his German Shepherds, “The Swiss Army Knife of Dogs”. He dedicated many hours to his daughters’ participation in swimming and softball. He loved taking his grandchildren on tractor rides. A graveside service will be held in Brookside Cemetery, (Rt 68) Worcester Road, Hubbardston, MA. at 11:00 am on April 30, 2022.

Obituary Preview: Winchendon-Leana J. (Belanger) Gauthier,74, died Saturday, March 19, 2022 at UMass Medical Center in Worcester.

She leaves her husband, Roger Gauthier, three children, Christopher Gauthier and his significant other, Kathy Roberts of Baldwinville, Kimberly Wood and her husband, Lee of Fitchburg and Jason Gauthier and his wife, Bridgette of Phillipston; six grandchildren, Amanda Root, Samantha Wood, Jacob Sullivan, Joseph Gauthier, Lilyanna Gauthier and Emily Gauthier; two great-grandchildren, Everest Rain Gauthier Root and Canyon Winter Gauthier Root; one brother, Peter Belanger and Linda of Winchendon and many nieces and nephews.

She was born on November 21, 1947 in Budingen, Germany, a daughter of the late Philip Louis and Emma R. (Guntar) Belanger. She worked for a Protestant Youth Center halfway house, a Ball Bearing company, Berkie Photo in Fitchburg, Millipore Corp in Jaffrey as lab tech.

Leana enjoyed shopping and cleaning. She was a wonderful cook, who made the very best chocolate cake ever. She truly loved to spend time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Leana’s funeral services will be private. If you wish to make a memorial contribution, please do so to St. Jude’s Children's Hospital at

www.stjude.org.

Stone Ladeau Funeral Home, 343 Central Street, Winchendon, MA 01475 has been entrusted with Leana’s funeral arrangements. To leave an online condolence please visit www.stoneladeau.com Kevin J. Mack, Douglas Stone and Walter C. Taylor, funeral directors

Obituary Preview: WINCHENDON - Gloria V Fredette, born February 24, 1939, to Rosario and Mary (Davis) Charlonne, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 13, 2022, in Winchendon, MA surrounded by loved ones.

The last four years of her life she lived with a form of Alzheimer’s which progressed over time. She was cared for in her home by her loving husband of 64 years, Robert B. Fredette. The family would like to acknowledge Summit Elder Care of Leominster and thank them for helping him to make this possible.

In addition to her husband, Gloria leaves a daughter, Renee J. Connors and her husband, Patrick of Gardner, and a son, Brian Fredette, and his wife Judy of Winchendon. A son, Scott R. Fredette predeceased her when he was 17 years old. She leaves three granddaughters and eight great-grandchildren which include Heidi Fredette (children, Ivy & Deacon Thomas); Heather & Corey Fisher (children, Bryce & Elyse); and Aimee & Chris Beck (children, Jocelyn, Zariah, Odin, & Vera). She leaves a sister and her husband, Janet & Norman Roberts. She was predeceased by a sister & brother-in-law, Rosalie & John Roberts, and a brother, Kenneth Charlonne. She leaves several godchildren, nieces & nephews.

Gloria worked for 32 years at W.W.Cross in Jaffrey, NH in the quality control department. Gloria enjoyed spending time with family. Holidays were always so much fun and she would go out of her way to make sure these days were extra special for her loved ones. She especially enjoyed cuddling her great-grandbabies and was proud to be present at the birth of her oldest great granddaughter, Jocelyn 11 years ago. With her loving husband by her side, she enjoyed summer camping trips with family in Old Orchard Beach, relaxing in their sunroom, shopping, exploring different restaurants, birthday dinners, and playing dominoes with family.

Funeral services and burial will be private.

Obituary Preview: WINCHENDON – Derik A. Merritt, 40, of Winchendon died unexpectedly Saturday evening, March 12, 2022.

He was born in Greenfield, MA on February 3, 1982, son on Joseph Merritt of Athol and the late Brenda (Webster) Barnes and lived in Baldwinville for 17 years until moving to Winchendon five years ago.

Derik was a 2000 graduate of Narragansett Regional High School and had worked as an automotive mechanic for many years. he had worked at the former Jack’s Auto Repair on Winchendon. An outdoor enthusiast, Derik enjoyed fishing and hiking.

In addition to his father, he leaves his companion and mother of his children, Nicole Harty of Winchendon; three children, Min-D Merritt, Deaven Merritt and Zackary Merritt, all at home; a brother, Camden Barnes of Ft. Worth, Indiana and his grandmother, Maureen Webster of Orange. A son, Derik Merritt, preceded him in death in 2000.

Funeral services will be private and at the convenience of the family.

Stone-Ladeau Funeral Home, 343 Central Street, Winchendon is directing arrangements.

Kevin J. Mack, Douglas M. Stone and Walter C. Taylor funeral directors. www.stone-ladeau.com

Obituary Preview: Jacquelyn (Gosselin) Flynn of Winchendon Passed away peacefully, Wednesday, March 9th at Heywood Hospital in Gardner. Born on March 21, 1932 she was the daughter of the late Henry and Alvina (Witalisz) Gosselin. She was predeceased by her Husband of thirty years Edward Flynn and her sister Carole Hopper. She leaves behind her daughters Karen Mattus and husband Thomas of Ashburnham and Nancy Romanowski and husband David of Winchendon. Grandchildren Melissa Sadowsky and her husband Nicholas of Delray Beach, Fl, Jonathan Mattus and wife Carly of Charlotte, NC, Joshua Romanowski of Knoxville, TN and Dylan Romanowski of Winchendon. She leaves great grandchildren Tessa and Owen Sadowsky and Maxwell Mattus, several nieces, nephews, cousins and many special friends

Jackie grew up in Everett Massachusetts graduating from Everett High school. She worked in Education Administration at Tufts University, Murdock High School, the Winchendon School and Mount Wachusett Community College.

After retiring, Jackie traveled extensively across the country visiting family and friends from Florida to California and New Mexico, always taking the train as she had a fear of flying, which she finally conquered to attend a family vacation in Florida. She also spent many years traveling and performing around the country with the Chair City Pipers.

Jackie donated countless volunteer hours for many committees and boards in the town of Winchendon including the Cultural Council, the Housing Authority Board, The Council on Aging and the Winchendon Senior Center. She also worked at the Town Polls on election days where townspeople would look forward to her home baked goods and fudge. Donations in Jackie’s memory can be made to the Winchendon Senior Center, The Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, the Winchendon Community Park or the Winchendon CAC. We would love to thank the staff at the Heywood Hospital, Gardner rehab and the Winchendon Health Center for all the wonderful care, Calling hours will be at Stone-Ladeau Funeral Home 343 Central St, Winchendon Friday, March 18th from 5-7pm. A Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, March 19th at 10 am at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church 52 Spruce St, Winchendon, MA To leave an online condolence please visit www.stone-ladeau.com Stone-Ladeau Funeral Home, 343 Central St., Winchendon is assisting with arrangements

Kevin J. Mack, Douglas M. Stone, and Walter C. Taylor, funeral directors.

Obituary Preview: Gregory L. Cardinal, 82, died peacefully on March 3, 2022, under Hospice care at Renaissance Manor on Cabot St., Holyoke, MA. He was born on Aug. 7, 1939, in Manchester, NH, and was promptly adopted by the late Raymond and Helen (Kleczka) Cardinal. There he attended parochial schools and then Tilton Academy. He joined the U.S. Army Reserve Force, and later as a military policeman, in the Regular Army, serving honorably in Korea.

Upon discharge, Greg went back to academe, first to Clark University, and then to UC Berkeley. He apprenticed in furniture restoration, developing a life-long interest in antiques. Greg later worked in private industry and for the Massachusetts unemployment office, before starting his own ceramics business.

Retirement enabled Greg to enjoy the life of a snowbird, typically spending warmer months in Winchendon, MA with his wife, Julia (White) Cardinal. He wintered at his home in Hudson, FL. While there, he took up volunteer work with the Guardian ad Litem office in Pasco County, serving the 5th Judicial Court. He was their longest serving volunteer. He was proud to help children and families, most of whom were struggling with the ravages of substance abuse. He was a member of The Spirit of Life Unitarian-Universalists of Odessa, FL.

In New England, Greg was a past master of Artisan Lodge of Masons. He was a member of the Winchendon Kiwanis Club, and the Friends of the Beals Memorial Library. He also volunteered to help prepare the Community Suppers served weekly by the Peterborough Unitarian Universalist Church. These trips were typically preceded by a visit to the Toadstool’s used book section where he could always find something of interest in the history section. Greg was a dilettante, enjoying classical music, history, classic films, travel, museums, horticulture, and science--especially historical geology.

Besides his wife, whom he married in 2001, Greg leaves in-laws Willard White and his wife Lee of Athol, M. Winifred Morgan and her husband F. Scott Morgan of Bridgeton, NJ, and Rosemary E. White of Haddonfield, NJ; five nieces and nephews and two grand nieces, along with the descendants of the cousins who preceded him in death: Betty (Kleczka) Lapierre of Greenfield, Barbara (Kleczka) Migliozzi of Westborough, and Donald W. Kleczka of Worcester, MA. All were loved by Aunt Marion B. Kleczka, who died in 2003.

Obituary Preview: GARDNER – James F. Hill, 91, of Gardner, died peacefully Tuesday, March 1, 2022 at his residence, with his family at his side.

He was born in Gardner on November 19, 1930, son of the late Charles and Ida (Chapalonis) Hill and was a lifelong resident of Gardner.

Jim proudly served his country as a member of the United States Navy during the Korean War. Jim worked as a driver for many years at the former Templeton Developmental Center until his retirement. He was also a member and the bar manager of Ovila Case Post 905 VFW for many years. An avid sports fan, Jim rooted for the New England Patriots, Boston Red Sox and Boston Bruins. He especially enjoyed spending time with his family.

His wife, Barbara (Streeter) Hill, died in 2001. He leaves five children, Sharron Hill of Baldwinville, Susan Bourgeois of Gardner, James Hill and partner Sandra LeBlanc of FL, David Hill and wife Molly of CA and Jeffrey Hill and wife Melissa of Winchendon, as well as 16 grandchildren, ten great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by three sisters, Hazel Melanson, Beverly Johnson and Shirley Zoll.

Private military funeral honors will be held at the Massachusetts Veterans’ Memorial Cemetery, Winchendon.

The family wishes to extend their gratitude to the caregivers at Compassus for their love and care.

Stone-Ladeau Funeral Home, 343 Central Street, Winchendon is directing arrangements.

Obituary Preview: WINCHENDON – James H. Day, 46, of Winchendon, died peacefully Monday afternoon, February 28, 2022 in UMASS Medical Center, University Campus, Worcester.

He was born in Worcester on February 19, 1976, son of the late Henry W. and Janice (Alzapiedi) Day and had lived in Winchendon for the last year and a half, after moving from Worcester.

James was a graduate of Wachusett Regional High School, Holden and enlisted in the United States Army, proudly serving his country for 22 years. He was a member of the American Legion and VFW in Jaffrey, NH and enjoyed traveling in his RV.

He leaves two sisters, Kimberly Whitley and husband James of West Boylston and Karen Hooper of Leominster; his stepbrothers and stepsisters, James Buckley, Jonathan Buckley, Jessica Reevers and Jennifer Hendrickson; his nieces and nephews, Nathan McCauley, Alyssa Whitley, Emma Hooper and Laurel Whitley; his stepmother, Susan Day of Fitchburg and many aunts, uncles and cousins. He also leaves his service dog, Skipper.

Funeral services will be held Friday, March 4, 2022 at 12 Noon in Stone-Ladeau Funeral Home, 343 Central Street, Winchendon. Services will be live streamed and may be viewed on the funeral home website at the following link: https://webcasts.lifetributes.com/1198585.

A calling hour will precede the service Friday from 11 AM to Noon.

Burial, with military honors, will be in Massachusetts Veterans’ Memorial Cemetery, Winchendon. www.stone-ladeau.com

Obituary Preview: WINCHENDON - Urvin Peter Laperriere, 75, of Winchendon died Saturday, February 26, 2022 at Heywood Hospital.

He was born in Winchendon, on May 9, 1946, son of the late Philip Laperriere and Claire (Robichaud) Laperriere. He was a lifelong resident of Winchendon and loved by many.

He graduated from Murdock High School with the Class of 1964, later joining the United States Navy. He worked as a Letter Carrier for the Fitchburg Post Office retiring after 35 years.

Urvin was an amateur radio enthusiast under the call letters WC1P and a member of the Mohawk Amateur Radio Club. He volunteered communication services for 10 Boston Marathons. He was a member of New England Weather Net, reporting Winchendon’s weather to Boston News Station WCVB. He did many things for his local community volunteering his time as a Little League and Youth Soccer Coach, and donated time to Winchendon’s Community Emergency Response Team. He also served as Communications Officer for Winchendon’s Civil Defense and was a member of Eugene M. Connor Post 193 American Legion.

When not tinkering with his radios he liked spending time on his pontoon boat cruising Lake Monomonac with his fishing pole and wife Kathy. He also enjoyed the company of family and his beloved house rabbits.

Urvin leaves his wife Kathleen (Underwood) whom he married 56 years ago on February 26, 1966. He also leaves daughter Kelli Pixa of Ashburnham, Lori Laperriere of New Ipswich, NH, Peter Laperriere of Rindge, NH and Grand-daughter Alannah Larson of Fitchburg. Urvin also leaves sisters Jacqueline Bradshaw, Yvonne Michaud and a brother Francis Laperriere, as well as many nieces and nephews. A brother Philip Laperriere predeceased him.

Calling hours will be at Stone-Ladeau Funeral Home, 343 Central Street, Winchendon, Thursday March 3rd from 5 to 7 P.M. Members of Eugene M. Connor Post will conduct military honors at 6:30 P.M.

A memorial service and celebration of life will be held in the Spring.

Memorial donations can be made in his memory to the Winchendon Fire Department, 405 Central Street, Winchendon, MA 01475. www.stone-ladeau.com