William T. Baxter Sr.
Jan 29, 2026
William T. Baxter, 89, died on Thursday, January 29, at the Soldiers’ Home in Holyoke, Massachusetts. Bill was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, and a steady presence in the lives of those who knew him—warm, generous, and a friend to all. Above all else, he was a great family man who took deep pride in his children and grandchildren...
Mary C. Rivers
Jan 27, 2026
Mary Corbeil Rivers passed peacefully on January 27, 2026, at the age of 86. She was born March 27, 1939, in Brattleboro, the daughter of Anna and Ulrich Corbeil. She attended St. Michael’s School. On June 10, 1961, she married Allen Peter Dearborn and has five children, Jacqueline, Christopher, Alison, Melissa and Jonathan.
Mary will be remembered for her exuberant, fun-loving...
Elizabeth J. O'Connor
Jan 25, 2026
Elizabeth J. O’Connor, 62, passed away on January 25, 2026, at Baystate Medical Center. Born on March 10, 1963, in Holyoke, MA, Elizabeth was the daughter of the late Richard O’Connor and Elizabeth J. O’Connor, who survives her.
Elizabeth shared a devoted partnership of 40 years with James Fernandes. She leaves him, his family, her mother, and many good friends and...
Larry J. Trotter
Jan 21, 2026
"Larry J. Trotter, 82, of Granby, MA, passed away peacefully on January 21 at Mercy Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on October 31, 1943, in Johnstown, PA, to the late Donald Trotter and Rose Trotter (Miller).
Larry proudly served in the United States Air Force and was stationed at Westover Air Force Base, where he met the love...
Mavis A. Blain
Jan 18, 2026
Mavis Ann Blain, 90, passed away peacefully on January 18th 2026, surrounded by her family. Mavis was born on May 8th 1935 to the late Alton and Beulah (Currie) Clark. Mavis was born in Ft. Fairfield, ME and has lived in South Hadley for the past 50+ years. She worked at National Blank Book in Holyoke for many years. She...
Stephen F. Gula
Jan 18, 2026
Stephen F. Gula, 72, passed away on January 18, 2026, surrounded by his family.
Born on February 15, 1953, in Springfield, MA, Stephen was the son of the late Thaddeus and Stella (Waz) Gula.
Stephen was a true free spirit. He spent much of his working life as an expediter, delivering goods across the country, a role that perfectly matched his love...
Kenneth G. Auger
Jan 17, 2026
Kenneth G. Auger entered into eternal rest on Saturday January 17, 2026. He was born in Holyoke, Massachusetts to Charles J. Auger Jr. and the late June A. Auger on February 7, 1956. Kenny was a Navy veteran. He served his country during the Vietnam era. After his service in the Navy, he began his career working with the state...
David M. Dufresne
Jan 12, 2026
David M. Dufresne, 74, of South Hadley, passed away peacefully at home on January 12, 2026.
Born on August 5, 1951, David was the son of the late Paul and Rhea (Antunes) Dufresne. He proudly served his country in the United States Army.
David is survived by his brothers, Raymond Dufresne of Holyoke, Paul Dufresne of Granby, and Bruce Dufresne of Chicopee,...
Louis C. Rimbold Jr.
Jan 10, 2026
Louis C. Rimbold, Jr., 82, of South Hadley, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 10,
at Agawam West Nursing facility.
Born in Holyoke, he was the son of the late Louis C. Rimbold Sr. and Olive (Vermette)
Rimbold. Louis grew up in Granby and spent his life doing what he loved, working with his
hands and fixing just about anything. He owned and operated...
Jennifer L. Hebert
Jan 1, 2026
Jennifer L. Hebert, 39, was taken from this world far too soon, surrounded by her family and loved ones on January 1, 2026 at Baystate Medical Center. She was born in Holyoke, daughter of Raymond V. Hebert Jr. and Barbra (Blasko) Hebert. Jen was raised in South Hadley, and later moved to Huntington, MA, a home she truly cherished. Jen...
Elaine M. Jordan
Dec 28, 2025
Elaine Marie Jordan, (1945-2025) a lifelong resident of Western Mass passed peacefully in her sleep at Baystate Hospital on Sunday December 28th at 9:50 a.m. Elaine was born at Holyoke Hospital March 8th, 1945 and lived in the Flats of Holyoke until she met and married an Air Force serviceman from Nebraska stationed at Westover Air Base while she was...
Guido C. Schiappa
Dec 27, 2025
Guido Schiappa passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Saturday, December 27, 2025 at the age of 79. He was born in Holyoke, MA on May 25, 1946. He was the youngest son of the late Guido and Anna (Vassallo) Schiappa of South Hadley, MA.
Guido was a graduate of Holyoke High School. After graduating, he enlisted in the Army...
Kathleen Moore-Ferreira
Dec 24, 2025
Kathleen Moore Ferreira, 66, of Barnstable, Massachusetts passed away on December 24, 2025.
She was the beloved wife of James Ferreira, with whom she shared a loving marriage. Kathleen was a devoted mother to her three children: Kristen Kocot of Agawam, Joseph Kocot of Longmeadow, and Ryan Kocot and his partner, Zabrina, of Barnstable, and two stepchildren: James Ferreira of Cambridge...
Christopher T. Mattson
Dec 17, 2025
Christopher T. Mattson, 42 of South Hadley, MA passed away on December 17, 2025.
Christopher will be remembered for an abundance of attributes. He was incredibly clever and had an infectious sense of humor. Everybody liked Christopher, quite literally everybody who met him. He was a gifted craftsman. His skills as a carpenter were only exceeded by his ability to build...
William D. Mutch
Dec 11, 2025
William Dean Mutch, 65, passed away on Thursday December 11th in his home. Wm. Dean was born to the late William David & Elaine C. Mutch in August 1960. He was raised in South Hadley. Dean enjoyed hunting, fishing, & boating. He was active in Moto Cross racing. Dean graduated from South Hadley High School in 1978. Dean worked in...
David W. Komorowski
Dec 10, 2025
On Wednesday evening, December 10th, David Komorowski passed peacefully at home, surrounded by loved ones, after a long term battle with early-onset Alzheimer's. David was born on May 17th, 1963 in South Hadley. He was best known by his friends and family for his sense of humor, kindhearted nature, and love for gardening. He was an avid bicyclist, spending most...
Hunter I. Wood
Dec 8, 2025
Hunter Isaiah Wood, age 7, of South Hadley, passed away surrounded by the love of his family on December 8, 2025. Though his time on this earth was far too short, Hunter filled every day with a spirit that was bigger and brighter than anything around him. He was courageous, funny, endlessly loving, and had a way of bringing people...
Russell G. Abbey
Dec 7, 2025
Russell G. Abbey, 65, died Sunday December 7th at Regal Care in Holyoke. He was born in Holyoke, son of the late Leonard and Barbara Abbey. He grew up in Goodyear Park in Holyoke and worked for University Products, KAD Industries and L & R Roofing. He leaves his brother Douglas A. Abbey and his wife Marie of South Hadley...
Anna J. Malkoon
Dec 5, 2025
Surrounded by her loving family, Anna “Nunie” (Sadak) Malkoon, 95, passed away at home on December 5, 2025. Born in Springfield, MA, on December 12, 1929, Anna was the daughter of the late James and Jennie (Solomon) Sadak, of Dinneyeh, Lebanon. Anna lived a full and beautiful life. She was predeceased by her husband of 46 years, Joseph G. Malkoon,...
Sandra E. Waller
Dec 1, 2025
Sandra Elaine Waller, 83, passed away at her home in South Hadley, MA on December 1, 2025. Born in Hartford, CT, she was the daughter of the late Frederick C. Jensen and Stephanie (Olynik) Jensen.
Sandra was educated at Russell Sage College, earning her Bachelor of Science degree in 1964, and continued her studies at Boston College, where she received her...
