Charles LeBlanc
Feb 21, 2024
It is with deep sadness but also with profound gratitude for his life that we announce the passing of Charles J. LeBlanc, fondly known to many as Charlie, Butch, or Chuckie. Born on December 23, 1943, in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, Charlie lived a full and loving life, marked by generosity, compassion, and a vibrant sense of humor that touched all who...
James R. Grimley
Feb 21, 2024
On Wednesday, February 21, 2024 our hearts broke when James R. Grimley, beloved husband, brother, father, and grandfather, passed away at UMass Memorial HealthAlliance-Hospital, Leominster Campus.Born on January 13, 1936 to the late John and Lonia Grimley, James was the oldest of nine siblings in a traditional Irish-Catholic home. He attended St. Cecilia’s Elementary School. He spoke often of his...
Margaret E. Whitney
Feb 20, 2024
It is with deep sorrow in our hearts that we announce the passing of Margaret E. Whitney, born on August 15, 1946, in Fitchburg, MA. Margaret died at home, surrounded by the love and support of her family after a long illness. Margaret, a cherished mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, left us on February 20, 2024, leaving a void that...
Alice M. West
Feb 19, 2024
On February 19, 2024, Alice M. West, a loving mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away at the age of 78. Born in Moncton, NB, Canada on November 4, 1945, Alice spent her life being a supportive, loyal, and reliable pillar for her family and friends. She made her home in Shirley, Massachusetts after spending some time in Leominster, Mass. She...
Linda M. Carroll
Feb 17, 2024
Linda M. Carroll, born on May 22, 1947, in Leominster, MA, was the embodiment of a creative, loving, dedicated, and thoughtful spirit. Linda, a woman with a heart as big as her smile, passed away on February 17, 2024. As Mark Twain once said, "The secret of getting ahead is getting started," and Linda, an innovative and inspired soul, lived...
Carolyn A. Kamunde
Feb 17, 2024
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the peaceful transition of Carolyn Kamunde, affectionately known as Sis and My Love, who left us on February 17, 2024. Born on December 7, 1963, in Phillipsburg, NJ, Carolyn was a charismatic figure whose compassionate heart touched many lives during her time.
Carolyn was the epitome of courage and humility, a beacon...
Elizabeth Membrino
Feb 17, 2024
Elizabeth Jane Membrino, affectionately known as Betty, was born on April 19, 1943, in Fitchburg, MA, and passed away on February 17, 2024. A loving, generous, thoughtful, and supportive woman, Betty left an enduring mark on the hearts of all those fortunate to have known her.
Betty was a long-time employee before becoming the proud owner of a John Deere equipment...
Kenneth P. Desjean
Feb 15, 2024
Kenneth P. Desjean, 73, of Fitchburg, died on February 15, 2024 after a courageous eight-year battle with cancer. A lifelong resident of Fitchburg, Ken was born in the city to Richard and Lauraine (Cormier) Desjean on July 1, 1950. He graduated from Fitchburg High School in 1968 and later earned a degree in Fire Science from Mount Wachusett Community College. He...
Lorenzo Mendoza
Feb 15, 2024
Fitchburg- Lorenzo Mendoza, 93 died Thursday February 15th, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 7th, 1930, in Yucuaiquin, El Salvador a son of the late Emerenejildo and Eliberta
He is predeceased by his beloved wife, Rosalia Mendoza. He is survived by his eight loving children Luis Mendoza, Efrain Mendoza, Ismael Mendoza, Isaias Mendoza,...
Vanessa Jacquez
Feb 14, 2024
We are here to joyfully and lovingly remember the life of a woman who was more resilient than a rubber band and with a heart larger than her extensive collection of coloring books. Vanessa Jacquez, affectionately known by her friends and family as Cha Cha, Ness, Sissy, Shush, Nessa, Twin, Shasha, and many more, was a beacon of love and...
Sharron L. Kelley
Feb 10, 2024
With love and reverence, we celebrate the life of Sharron L. Kelley, born on June 8th, 1956 in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, who left us on February 10th, 2024. Sharron was a beacon of generosity, a symbol of unwavering love, and an embodiment of loyalty. She was humble in her ways yet monumental in her impact. Sharron was a devout Catholic, and...
Stephanie C. Boisvert
Feb 9, 2024
Stephanie Corinne (Kifer) Boisvert, of Fitchburg, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family and friends, on February 9, 2024. She courageously fought a three-year battle with cancer, determined to savor every moment with her loved ones. She was a loving wife, great mom, supportive friend, and successful business owner. Steph always had the coolest hair and the highest heels in the...
Alfred W. Brousseau
Feb 8, 2024
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Alfred W. Brousseau, lovingly known as Al, Al Bundy, Rabbit Man, Can Man, and of course, Pepe. Born on June 29, 1932, in Leominster Massachusetts, Alfred lived a fulfilling and vibrant life that spanned over ninety-one years and left us quietly on February 8, 2024. He was a proud Veteran of the...
John B. Townsend III
Feb 8, 2024
In loving memory of John B. Townsend III, affectionately known as Pastor John, whose life beautifully exemplified the virtues of dedication, generosity, love, and loyalty. Born on October 10, 1948, in Portland, Maine, USA, he made an indelible impact on all who knew him until his departure on February 8, 2024. As his children, we are honored to share his...
Janine A. Turano
Feb 6, 2024
Our dear mother, Janine A. Turano, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2024, at the age of 86.
She was born in Lowell, MA on December 13, 1937 and spent most of her life in Leominster, MA where she raised her family. She worked as a triage registrar at UMass Memorial Hospital in Worcester and retired in 1994. That same year,...
Diane L. Cross
Feb 5, 2024
With a spirit that was as compassionate and empathetic as it was resilient, Diane Lee Cross, born on January 30, 1960, in Boston, Massachusetts, lived a life of love, laughter, and adventure. "A good laugh is sunshine in the house," as an old proverb goes, and anyone who knew Diane knew that her sense of humor, her funny antics, and...
David Hughes
Feb 5, 2024
David Arthur Hughes, known with affection as Hughesy to his close circle, left us on February 5, 2024, at the age of 74. He passed away at home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, on July 22, 1949, to Charles and Lorraine Hughes, David's life was a testament to the qualities of loyalty, generosity, laughter, and love.David...
Phyllis Caligaris
Feb 4, 2024
Phyllis M. (Lanza) Caligaris passed away on February 4, 2024, at U Mass Memorial Hospital at the age of 90 years old.
Phyllis was born on January 8, 1934, in Leominster, MA, the only child of the late Philip and Mildred (Montagna) Lanza, and lived in Leominster until moving to Fitchburg in 2009.
She attended St. Anne's Academy in Marlborough, MA, and...
Margaret Miln
Feb 4, 2024
Margaret Mary Miln, of Fitchburg, Massachusetts, passed away on February 4, 2024, at the age of 80. Born in Fitchburg on October 22, 1943, to her loving parents, Harold and Bertha Burns, Margaret was a proud graduate of Fitchburg High School. She dedicated many years of her life to the US Postal Service in Worcester, serving in the distribution center,...
Jacob Santiago
Feb 3, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jacob Santiago, born February 13, 1995, in Springfield, MA, who departed this life on February 3, 2024. He resided in Fitchburg, Massachusetts. Jacob is a proud graduate of Goodrich Academy in 2014. He was a man of many passions, and his love for music was only surpassed by his love...