All Obituaries

David Daniel Sullivan, 80, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 25. David was born in Warren, MA, on November 28, 1938, to the late Daniel T. and Helen (Maloney) Sullivan. Dave was raised in Springfield and was a graduate of Springfield Trade, Class of 1956. He proudly enlisted and served in the United States Navy on the USS Northampton (CL/CA-26.). Upon his honorable discharge, David graduated from STCC in 1962. He worked for W.F. Young INC for over 41 years. He is survived by his...

Lucien (Lou) Joseph Paquette II,  82, of Westfield passed away peacefully on Friday, October 11, 2019 at home with his loving wife and family by his side.  Born June 14, 1937 in Chester to Lucien J. Paquette I and Elizabeth (Carrington), he grew up in Southampton before settling in Westfield.  Growing up the middle child, Lou was the brother of Robert and Eileen (Couture). They were siblings that any parent hopes their children will be- close. Robert and Lou shared the...

Christopher M. Goodrow of Long Island, NY. passed away Saturday, September 21, 2019.  Chris was born in Springfield on January 21, 1979 to Cathy (Doyle) Slater, and Clayton Goodrow Sr.  He was raised in Southwick, and attended Southwick schools, and loved to play baseball. In 9th grade moved back to Springfield where he attended Commerce High School graduating in 1997. He began college at WNEC in Springfield and later graduating from Suny Farmingdale in NY.   Chris loved...

WESTFIELD – Maria Russo Van Voorhis, 67, of Westfield, died on September 19, 2019, surrounded by loved ones following a long battle with multiple sclerosis.  Born Maria Ann Russo in Jersey City, NJ on January 12, 1952, she was the second youngest of five children born to Mary and Carlo Russo. Maria spent much of her youth working alongside the family in Schimenti’s Market where her father was the local butcher. She loved spending her childhood summers on a remote family...

Peter Chlastawa, 92,  passed away peacefully on September 8, 2019.  Peter was born November 24, 1926 in Ludlow, son to the late Frank and Sophie (Kwapien) Chlastawa.  Peter worked as a machinist at Hamilton Standard for over 17 years and later retired from Advanced Manufacturing here in Westfield.  Peter was faithfully devoted to his faith and was a parishioner to Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament in Westfield.  He was an avid Red Sox and Patriot fan, and enjoyed...

Gregory E. Hefty, 39, passed away September 6, 2019.  Gregory was born September 6, 1980 in Chester, son to David C. Hefty and Pearllena Beckwith(Bolduc).  He was raised in Westfield, the town he loved.  He was a graduate of Westfield Vocational High School with a background in culinary arts and woodworking. He loved fishing, camping, and gathering around campfires with family and friends.  To Greg, all friends were family.  Greg is survived by his parents, David C....

Mark Leonard Normantowicz, 67, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2019 at Baystate Medical Center. He was born in Westfield on June 17th, 1952,- son to the late Leonard and Elise (Aust) Normantowicz. Mark was a husband to Ren Normantowicz for over 35 years, a father to daughters Robyn and Rachel Normantowicz, a father-in-law to Charles Miller, a proud grandpa to his beloved granddaughter Adeline, a friend, neighbor, teacher, musician, technical wizard, member of the American...

Carl Frank Hoffman, 79, of West Springfield, Massachusetts, passed away on Thursday morning, August 29, 2019.  He was surrounded by close family. Carl was born on April 24, 1940 in Westfield, Massachusetts to Frank and Louise Hoffman.  He graduated from West Springfield High School in 1958.  Carl worked as an electrician for many years at Milton Bradley which later became Hasbro.  He had a great sense of humor, was always quick to lend a hand, and had a huge heart. ...

Lorraine Woodbury, 69, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 9th at Baystate Medical Center.  Lorraine was born January 22, 1950 in Westfield, daughter to the late Harry and Claire Woodbury.  She was a life long resident to Westfield, and worked for Columbia Bicycle for many years.  She had a love for animals, listening to the Beatles, and enjoyed reading the bible.  Lorraine is survived by her beloved daughters Lisa Walczak and her husband David of Russell, Jenn...

Carol Ann Bennett, 64, passed away peacefully Wednesday, July 31, 2019.  Carol was born July 22, 1955 in Westfield, daughter to the late Charles and Patricia(Parker) Bennett.  She was a life-long resident of Westfield and attended Westfield Public Schools.  Carol enjoyed her many coffee dates with her good friends, and loved her family the most.  Carol is survived by her beloved daughter Victoria Felix Arkoette of Westfield. She was a cherished grandmother to AJ Arkoette...