All Obituaries

WEST SPRINGFIELD - Shirley Fern Goodwin (Yelinek), 95, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. Outspoken was her personality. Not one to hold her tongue, she always said it like it was and wore honesty like a badge. She was the first one to jump in if help was needed. There was always room for love in her heart and room at her table. Being a mother and grandmother was her most precious honor. Her love for children was so great she fostered over 250 children ...

Brenda Mae Towle, 69, passed away on October 18, 2025, in Agawam, MA.  Brenda was born on August 17, 1956, in Westfield, MA, to John and Norma Towle. She attended Southwick Regional School District. Brenda had an incredible, kind, and gentle spirit. She truly enjoyed her family time, from attending family events, picnics, and holiday gatherings. Brenda spent as much time with her son Michael as he was her source of joy and strength. She was an avid and loyal Red Sox fan and knew the ...

WESTFIELD – Rudolph J Gaspari, 92, passed away at his home in Westfield, MA on Saturday, June 7, 2025. Rudolph “Rudy” was born on July 1, 1932, in Holyoke, MA to the late Alexander Gaspari and Bertha (Peroski) Gaspari. As a young man, he served in the US Air Force as a Lithographic. Stationed in Rapid City, South Dakota and later at Westover Air Force Base.  He was honorably discharged with the rank of Staff Sergeant in 1956 with a National Defense Service Medal ...

Melissa Ann Skiba, 51, of Agawam, MA passed away on May 8, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. Born on September 24, 1973, in Worcester, MA, Melissa was a devoted mother, a loyal sister, and a beloved daughter. She dedicated her life to raising her three sons-Daniel John Skiba, Ryan Edward Skiba, and Sean Joseph Skiba-who were the center of her world and her proudest accomplishments.  Melissa was known for her spirited personality. As well as her kindness, her sharp wit, and a ...

CHICOPEE - Harry James Madru passed away on April 18, 2025. Avalon Life Celebration Center, 691 College Hwy, Southwick, MA 01077

W Suffield, CT – Eleanor G Dewey, 91, passed away on April 16, 2025, at Hartford Hospital.  Eleanor was the loving wife of the late Bertram Dewey, mother to her late cherished daughter Darice Dewey, daughter to the late Joseph and Bernice Bogoslofski, and sister to three late brothers Bernard, Raymond, and David. She leaves her sister-in-law Deborah Bogoslofski and her cousin Serena Fuller who were her most caring and thoughtful caregivers.  She also leaves her cousins ...

Marylyn A Smith, 91, formerly of East Mountain Road passed away at her home on April 13, 2025. Marylyn was born on April 11, 1934, in Thetford VT to  Myron and Mildred (Ackerman) Robinson. Marylyn graduated from Thetford Academy.   On December 3, 1951, she married Robert H. Smith in Post Mills VT.   Marylyn had a passion for jewelry and worked alongside  her husband who owned Smith Jewelry Store in High Point, NC.  Marylyn  relocated to Westfield, ...

EAST LONGMEADOW - CAROL GOULET, 81, PASSED AWAY ON APRIL 9, 2025.  END OF LIFE ARRANGEMENTS ENTRUSTED TO AVALON LIFE CELEBRATION CENTER & CREMATION SERVICES, LLC 691 COLLEGE HWY, SOUTHWICK, MA 01077 WWW.AVALONCELEBRATIONS.COM

SOUTHWICK – Carlene A. St. Denis, 81, passed away peacefully on March 27, 2025, at Palmer Healthcare Center in Palmer, MA. Carlene was born on February 23, 1944, in Richford, VT, to the late Arnold Parah and Hilda (Ovitt) Parah. Carlene will be remembered for her many talents and creative spirit. She found joy in sharing her delicious baked goods with family and friends, drawing, making birdhouses with her grandchildren, and brightening the world with her beautiful summer gardens. In ...

SOUTHWICK – Kelly K Gallant, 67, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 24, 2025, at home surrounded by loved ones and her dogs.  Kelly is survived by her daughter Darilynn Gallant of Belchertown, MA, her first grandson Watson Moro, and her sisters Shelly Bennett, Darilynn Nardi, and Bonnie Spring.  Kelly loved her dogs more than anything and was often known to only recognize people by their dog’s name.  She enjoyed spending Summers and weekends at her home away ...