All Obituaries

AMHERST-Arnoux J. Darensbourg passed away on May 13, 2019.  A complete tribute will be published soon.  Avalon Life Celebration Center, 691 College Hwy., Southwick, MA 01077    Visit www.avaloncelebrations.com

SOUTHWICK-David P. Schmidt, 61, passed away on Friday, May 3, 2019, at Mercy Medical Center in Springfield, MA. David was born on March 27, 1958, in Springfield, MA to Gordon J. and Patricia J. (McMullin) Schmidt. David attended Southwick Schools graduating from Southwick High School Class of 1976. He earned his Class C certification from the Department of Transportation and was a certified Boom Truck Operator. David had worked J.R. Kakley & Sons in Springfield, MA for over 25 years and...

HUNTINGTON-Samantha L. Mercer passed away on Tuesday, April 30, 2019. Avalon Life Celebration Center & Cremation Services, LLC 691 College Highway, Southwick, MA 01077 is assisting the family with arrangements.  www.avaloncelebrations.com

HOLYOKE-Brenda E. Walker-Burgos, 65, passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2019, in Agawam, MA.  Brenda was surrounded by the enduring love of her children and sisters at the time of her passing.  She was born on December 16, 1953, in Greenfield, MA to Irving M. and Madelyn I. (Tudor) Walker.  Brenda graduated from Agawam High School class of 1971.  She earned a Bachelor's in Foreign Language from Westfield State College which paved the way for her literary appreciation...

SOUTHWICK-Lucille Jacquline Krzykowski, 78, of Southwick, MA passed away on Wednesday, April 17, 2019, in the comfort of her own home.  Lucille was born on December 14, 1940, in Holyoke, MA to Aurthor and Alice (Labonte) Doiron.  Lucille attended Westfield Schools graduating from Westfield Highschool class of 1958.  She earned her degree as a registered nurse from Elms Nursing School, which set the path for her life long passion.  Lucille had worked as an R.N. at...

  SOUTHWICK-Carol Ann Rock, 73, passed away at her home in Southwick, MA on Thursday, April 11, 2019, surrounded by those she loved the most, her devoted family.   Carol was born on January 10, 1946, to Alfred and Rose Daignault. She attended West Springfield Schools and graduated from West Springfield High School Class of 1964 Carol earned certification as an EMT, Real Estate Agent, and a school bus driver in her younger years and practiced her skills for several years before...

WORTHINGTON-Jayne Marie (Tetreault) Caron, 60, passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2019, at Wingate at West Springfield surrounded by her devoted family.  Jayne was born on November 19, 1958, in Springfield, MA to Richard and Evelyn (Belliveau) Tetreault.  She graduated from Commerce High School class of 1977.  Jayne had worked at Lego for 13 years.  During her time at Lego, she held many positions from production support to administrative assistant.  Jayne enjoyed...

SPRINGFIELD-Donna K. Faron, 66, passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2019.  A full tribute will be published soon.  Avalon Life Celebration Center & Cremation Services, LLC 691 College Highway, Southwick, MA is assisting the family.  Please visit www.avaloncelebrations.com

WESTFIELD-Caroll A. Arcouette, 77, passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2019, at Governors Center in Westfield, MA.  A complete tribute will be published soon.  Avalon Life Celebration Center & Cremation Services, LLC 691 College Highway, Southwick, MA   www.avaloncelebrations.com

SOUTHWICK-Marie L. Theriault, 83, passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2019, at Baystate Noble Hospital in Westfield, MA.  Marie was born in Hartford, CT on May 16, 1935, to Vincenzo and Antonietta (Rizzo) Pugliese.  Marie was a longtime Southwick resident. As a young lady Marie was a volunteer Candy Striper at Hartford Hospital, a position she found great joy in.  Later in her life, she enjoyed volunteering her time at Louie B’s Lakehouse and the bread and donut shop in...