All Obituaries

Holyoke, MA – David Allen Hewes Sr. died on November 18, 2022, in Boston, Massachusetts. David was born on December 25, 1952, in Northampton, MA to the late Clarence R. Hewes, III, and Barbara Richardson (Martin). David loved his family, his dogs, his cats, his friends, and especially his God and Country. He enjoyed spending time with his family at his fishing camp in upstate New York. He loved fishing, hunting, and especially his boat. He was a member of the American Legion, V.F.W,...

Cheshire, CT – Shannon Kelly Ferguson, 45, passed away on Tuesday, November 8, 2022, at Midstate Medical Center in Meriden, CT. Shannon was born on January 11, 1977, in Springfield, MA to Leroy Ferguson and Donna Ann Ferguson (Nolan). Shannon graduated from Westfield High School Class of 1995. Shannon excelled in playing softball and basketball. She was a star basketball player throughout high school and was awarded best shortstop player in Western Massachusetts 4 years in a row. Her...

WESTFIELD - George F. Carney, 87, passed away on November 6, 2022. George was born in Springfield, MA, on February 18, 1935, to the late Frederick G. and Anna P. (Liebel) Carney. George grew up in Springfield's Hungry Hill neighborhood. He graduated from Commerce High School Class of 1953. George proudly served his country in the National Guard.  George enjoyed being the president of the Men's Club at St. Mary's Church in Springfield for many years. He was an avid...

WEST SPRINGFIELD - Jean Marie Dennis passed away on September 30, 2022.  Westfield Funeral Home and Cremation, 4 Princeton St. Westfield, MA 01085 is assisting the family.  Please visit www.westfieldfuneralhome.com 

BERLIN, MA - Gerald Eric Blanchard passed away on September 24, 2022. Westfield Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 4 Princeton Street, Westfield, MA 01085 is assisting the family. Please visit www.westfieldfuneralhome.com 

WESTFIELD – JOSHUA ANDREW TANNER, 40, PASSED AWAY ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2022 IN WESTFIELD, MA JOSHUA WAS BORN ON AUGUST 31, 1982, IN HOLYOKE, MA, AND ATTENDED EAST HAMPTON HIGH SCHOOL.  JOSHUA ENJOYED FISHING AND WAS AN AVID HOCKEY FAN.  HE LEAVES HIS MOTHER ROXANNE DESTPOMP AND HER HUSBAND ROLAND, HIS SISTERS CANDACE ROSS AND JESSICA DESTPOMP, ALONG WITH MANY OTHER FAMILY MEMBERS AND FRIENDS.   ALL SERVICES FOR JOSHUA ARE PRIVATE.  THE FAMILY HAS ENTRUSTED WESTFIELD...

WESTFIELD – Barbara Sanderson, 94, passed away on Saturday, September 10, 2022, at the Governor’s Center in Westfield, MA. Barbara was born on August 28, 1928, in Huntington, MA to Raymond M. Crum and Mildred (Mowry) Crum. Barbara was an active member and officer in many Senior Citizen Clubs and organizations in Chester, MA throughout the years.  She will be remembered for her amazing baked goods.  Barbara is predeceased by her parents Raymond and Mildred Crum, her...

WEST SUFFIELD, CT – Deborah Ann King, 70, passed away on Wednesday, September 7, 2022, at Baystate Noble Hospital in Westfield, MA.  Deborah was born on December 31, 1951, in Springfield, MA to Redford King and Victoria (Lis) King.  Deborah enjoyed walks in nature and spending time with friends seeing shows and dancing. Deborah will be remembered as an amazing cook and hostess. She enjoyed hosting her family and friends for dinner parties.  Deborah is predeceased by...

On Friday, August 26, Kathleen M. Petersante of Westfield, MA passed away at the age of 67 while visiting family in Lake Luzerne, New York. Born to Walter Garvansites and Gloria (Best) Garvansites on January 7, 1955 in Great Barrington, MA, she is predeceased by her husband John Petersante, brothers Neil and Walter Garvansites, and nephew Nicolas Yell. She leaves her daughter, Tracy Marshuk of Westfield, her husband Michael Marshuk, and three loving grandchildren, Penelope, Greyson, and...

WESTFIELD – Lester “Les” H Eldridge, Sr, 81, of Westfield, MA, passed away on June 1, 2022, at Renaissance Manor in Holyoke, MA. Les was born on April 3, 1941, in Westfield, MA, to the late Lester William Eldridge and Cassaline B (Warner) Eldridge.  Les proudly served his country in the United States Army from 1962 – 1970 as a Technical Sargent working as a helicopter mechanic.  He then joined the United States Air Force as a C-5 Crew Chief from 1970...