All Obituaries

SOUTHWICK - Eugene L. Facey, Jr., passed away on Monday, May 31, 2021.  Avalon Funeral and Cremation Services, 691 College Hwy, Southwick, MA 01077 is assisting the family.  

Alfred Joseph Hanley, 82, passed away at Baystate Noble Hospital in Westfield, MA on Sunday, May 30, 2021.  Al was born in Springfield, MA on May 18, 1939, to Henry Hanley and Gladys (Andrews) Hanley.  Al graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree from Western New England University.  Al had worked at Buxton in Agawam, MA followed by many years at Milton Bradley in East Longmeadow, MA. In his younger years, Al enjoyed playing pool.  Al also enjoyed traveling with his...

WESTFIELD – Emily Wright, 37, born on October 30, 1983, died suddenly on May 28, 2021.  Emily graduated from Westfield State College with a degree in teaching. Emily had a passion for animals and was a talented pet groomer.  Emily had an amazing sense of humor and was a lovely person with a big heart.  She will truly be missed.  Emily leaves her parents David and Ellen Wright, her brother Zach and his fiancé Heidi, her aunts and uncles: Dave and Marie...

Edward F. Szuba, 89, passed away Friday, May 21, 2021, at Baystate Noble Hospital in Westfield, MA.  Edward was born August 17, 1931, in Westfield, MA to Stanley and Louise Szuba. At a young age, he learned the importance of being generous and giving to the community by working alongside his family to feed neighbors and friends during the Great Depression. And as a Korean War Veteran, he knew what it was to sacrifice. While "work" was his true passion, he also enjoyed...

Ariel Maiello Solek passed away suddenly on the morning of May 18, 2021. Ariel was born in New York on April 20, 1991. Ariel was the embodiment of perseverance and passion.  She spent much of her young adult life in North Carolina with her mother Bonnie Roefs and her sisters Chelsea and Jessica, with whom she remained close throughout her life.  Ariel graduated from Lake Norman High School in 2009.  Fate struck two beautiful souls in 2014 when Ariel met the love of...

WESTFIELD – Carl Holcomb Allen, 92, passed away on Sunday, May 2, 2021 at his home in Westfield, MA. Carl was born on June 24, 1928 in Blandford, MA to Walter & Gladys (Nye) Allen. A graduate of Westfield High School class of 1946, Carl proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War and served as Past American Legion Commander in Blandford, MA. Carl was a master woodworker and enjoyed making board games for family. He built his own boat, and was a...

  Linda Ann Reynolds, 78, passed away at Noble Hospital in Westfield, MA on Saturday, May 1, 2021.  Linda was born on September 21, 1942, in Plymouth, MA to Amos G. Hutchinson and Josephine M. (Donovan) Hutchinson.  Through high school, Linda competed on the Swim Team.  Her expertise allowed her to compete in Havana, Cuba and she won many medals for her team. Linda earned an Associate’s Degree in Health Information Management and worked for many years as...

  HOLYOKE – Richard Edward Benard, 72, passed away on Wednesday, April 21, 2021, at Heritage Hall North in Agawam, MA.  Richard was born on March 23, 1949, in Holyoke, MA to Edward Norman Benard and Cecile Marie (Geoffroy) Benard. Richard graduated from Chicopee Comp Class of 1967. He proudly serviced his country in the United States Army from 1969 to 1975. Richard was a lifelong motorcycle enthusiast.  He always enjoyed rides on his Harley.  He enjoyed working...

Thomas Michael Little passed away on Monday, April 19, 2021.  Avalon Funeral & Cremation Services, 691 College Hwy, Southwick, MA 01077 is assisting the family with arrangements.  

SOUTHWICK – Sally E. Killips, beloved wife, mother, “grammy” and friend passed away at the age of 73 on April 18th, 2021 at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, MA.   Born and raised in Westfield, MA, Sally graduated from Westfield State.  Sally married Joseph Killips on August 12, 1967. They would have been celebrating their 54th wedding anniversary this year. Their love was inspirational to their daughters and grandkids. Survived by her husband, Joseph...