Rick A. Aldrich
Jul 19, 2025
FITCHBURG - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rick Aldrich, a man as charismatic and captivating as he was thoughtful and talented.
Born in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, on October 13, 1990, to parents Rafael A. Aldrich, Jr. and Julyann Rivera, Rick was the embodiment of joy, laughter, and love. His engaging personality and radiant smile were his...
Donald E. "Don" Bingham, Jr.
Jul 18, 2025
Donald E. “Don” Bingham Jr. (76) passed away on July 18, 2025 at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston after a long health battle with heart failure from sarcoidosis.
Don was born on October 19, 1948, at Lucy Helen Memorial Hospital in Fitchburg, the son of the late Donald and Emily (Brown) Bingham. He went through the Fitchburg school system...
Chris R. Gaudet
Jul 14, 2025
Chris Ronald Gaudet, known to all as Chris, was a true character with a heart as large as his personality. Born on December 17th, 1968, in Lowell, MA, Chris spent the vast majority of his life in Massachusetts, first in Fitchburg and finally settling in Lunenburg. He was a loyal friend, a loving family man, and a supportive presence who...
Joan M. Niehaus
Jul 11, 2025
Joan Marie (Lamy) Niehaus of Lunenburg, MA
When Joanie saw a beautiful gate or wall around a property, she would stop and try to see through to the other side, “There must be something beautiful over there." Today, she is on the other side of those pearly gates, rejoicing in the presence of God and all those who have gone before...
Mary L. Barron
Jul 6, 2025
Mary L Barron, affectionately known as Nanny to her 3 great-grandchildren, Grandma to her 10 grandchildren, and Aunt Lou by her many nieces and nephews, passed away on July 6, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on January 25, 1932, in New York City, Mary was a courageous woman with a loving and supportive spirit who touched the lives...
Ernest J. Boudreau
Jul 3, 2025
Ernest J. Boudreau, affectionately known as Ollie, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2025, in Health Alliance Hospital, Leominster Campus, after a brief illness.
He was born December 9, 1932, in Fitchburg, MA, the son of Edward and Lilla “Irene” Boudreau (Wheeler).
Ernest spent most of his life in Fitchburg until retiring to Wildwood, FL, with his wife, where they spent 18...
Denise K. Wood
Jul 1, 2025
As she was surrounded by her loved ones and fur-babies in her home, Denise "Biddy" Wood left us on July 1, 2025, to color outside the lines in a world beyond ours. Born on August 28, 1954, in Fitchburg, MA, Denise had a knack for bringing joy and laughter into the lives of those around her. Known affectionately as 'Bid',...
Linda C. Meloon
Jun 29, 2025
We are saddened to announce the passing of Linda C. Meloon, a woman of compassion and resilience, on June 29, 2025. Born on July 31, 1953, in Leominster, MA, Linda lived a life that was vibrant, fulfilling, and full of love. She was a devoted mother, loving grandmother, and an accomplished hairstylist who never failed to make the world a...
Diane M. Fontaine
Jun 23, 2025
Diane M. (Girouard) Fontaine, known as Dee to friends and family, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 23rd with her loved ones by her side.
Born in Keene, New Hampshire on July 18, 1951 to Arthur and Eleanor “Ellie” Girouard, Diane spent her life touching the hearts of everyone she met, a beloved matriarch to her immediate and extended family.
A 1969...
Mary L. Caron
Jun 20, 2025
Our beloved mother Mary Louise Caron passed away on June 20,2025.
Mary was born on November 24,1940 to Joseph and Rita (Bodah) Vargo in Uniontown Pa. She was the oldest of seven children , predeceased by her brothers, Richard, Joseph, John, Nicholas. She is survived by her twin siblings Frank Vargo and Frances Raatikainen.
Mary shared a life and marriage with Norman...
Joseph J.D. Leblanc
Jun 19, 2025
Joseph J.D. Leblanc, 77, of 182 Spruce Street died Thursday, June 19th , in his home after an illness.
Born on August 20th, 1947 in Lewisville, New Brunswick, Canada, he was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jean B. Leblanc.
He leaves his wife of 51 years, Diane Leblanc, and a daughter Donna LeBlanc of Salem, New Hampshire. He also leaves five...
Timothy E. Dorner
Jun 17, 2025
Timothy E. Dorner, fondly known as "Pops" by his grandchildren and kids, was born on December 6 1949, in Perth Amboy, NJ.
Deemed as smart and talented, he spent his life leaving a lasting impression on those privileged to know him. His wit and humor were his trademarks, often making people around him burst into laughter even in seemingly ordinary conversations....
Janice A. O'Connor
Jun 14, 2025
Janice A. O'Connor, a resilient and loving woman, whose family was at the core of her joy, peacefully departed this life on June 14, 2025.
Born and raised in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, on June 11, 1940, Janice was a woman of strength and substance. She was a beacon of light for those around her, illuminating their path through life with her wisdom...
Marjorie L. Johnson
Jun 10, 2025
Marjorie L. Johnson, 75, died Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at UMass Medical Center in Worcester after an illness.
She was born in Leominster on February 4, 1950, a daughter of the late Fred and Alice (Mahan) Johnson. She graduated from Leominster Schools. Marjorie worked as a manager for Brooks Pharmacy and then Walgreens, Marjorie also worked as a bartender at the...
Elias Liatsis
Jun 9, 2025
Elias Liatsis passed Monday, June 9, 2025, “the day the music died”. At only 15 years old Eli joined his fathers band, The Meraclides, and performed from Maine to Florida entertaining thousands with a classic mix of Greek and American music.
Eli graduated from Fitchburg High school in 1965, during which he established his own musical presence with the band Five-Fours.
Upon...
Beautifull Sanchez
Jun 7, 2025
It is with deep sadness and loving memories that we share the passing of Beautifull Sanchez on June 7, 2025.
Beautifull was born on January 26, 2006, and from an early age, she had a remarkable gift for lighting up every room she entered with laughter, kindness, and often, dance. True to her name, Beautifull was a radiant soul inside and...
Elizabeth Sophia Boulerice
Jun 3, 2025
It is with a deep sense of loss and profound respect that we announce the passing of Elizabeth Sophia Boulerice, affectionately known as Betty, on June 3, 2025. Born to the late William and Elsa Benedict on April 23, 1940, in Fitchburg, MA, Betty spent her entire life in Lunenburg, Massachusetts, just a mile from her birthplace. A spirited, humble,...
Donna K. Millard
Jun 2, 2025
Donna Kathryn (Passoja) Millard of Fitchburg, MA passed away at the age of 81 on Monday June 2nd. Donna was a remarkable woman who leaves a legacy of love, books, politics and faith. Born in Fitchburg on February 8, 1944 to John Oscar Passoja and Gloria (Wilson) Passoja, Donna is survived by her three children, John Millard and Laurie-Ann Millard...
Carl Wayne Beckner
May 30, 2025
Carl Wayne Beckner of Lunenburg, Massachusetts, passed away on May 30, 2025. He was 83 years old. Born in Chicago, in 1941, Wayne had a love of music from an early age. He played in many musical groups in the central Massachusetts area and had hits in the Midwest with remakes of "Midnight Hour" and "Romeo and Juliet" as the...
Joseph R. Wysk
May 27, 2025
Joseph Rene Wysk, known affectionately to all as Joe or Poppy, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on May 27, 2025. Joe was born on February 1st, 1942, in Holyoke, Massachusetts. He was raised in Chicopee, Massachusetts graduating from Chicopee High School and later American International College. He was employed throughout his professional career at American Saw and Manufacturing...