All Obituaries

SOUTHWICK - Ann was born in Ludlow MA.  She is predeceased by her husband Newton Thompson Jr, her father Burton Whipple, her mother Aina West Whipple,  her brother Russell, and her sister Evelyn.  Ann is survived by her sisters Marilyn, Joan, Jean, Sylvia, and her brother Burt (Sonny).  Ann also leaves Her four children; Selina (Tony), Tami (John), Shawn (Kris), and Cheryl (Joe). Ann had 19 grandchildren and many sweet great grandchildren. Ann had a smile that lit up the ...

RUSSELL – Susan Gail Donahue, 76, passed away at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, MA, on Saturday, August 1, 2026.  Sue was born on May 28, 1950, in Springfield, MA, to the late Joseph J Carpowits, Jr and Lorraine L (Wood) Carpowits. She retired from Noble Hospital in 2017 after 37 years of service as a medical surgery unit secretary. Sue took great pride in decorating her home in many ways.  She was an avid gardener, and many knew her home as “the house with ...

Richard "Richie" Parker, Sr. of Holyoke, MA passed away on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at the age of 82. Richard was born in Springfield, MA, and grew up in West Springfield, MA, then moved to Westfield, MA, before moving to Sarawood in Holyoke, MA. Richard served in the United States Air Force and also traveled and played shortstop on their USAF baseball team. He loved baseball, who rooted for the Red Sox win or lose, as well as being an avid fan who rooted for all Boston Sports ...

ZION, IL - Christopher Todd Williams, 57, passed away on July 23, 2026.  End of life arrangements entrusted to Westfield Funeral Home, 4 Princeton St, Westfield, MA 01085. www.westfieldfuneralhome.com

John Combs left this life unexpectedly on July 19th with his loving wife by his side.  John was born on June 4, 1970, to John Sr., and Carole Combs in Huntington, Long Island, NY and grew up in CT.  John was larger than life, quick witted and always ready with a joke to keep you smiling!  He was a bright light in a sometimes-dark world and will be missed more than can be put into words. John is survived by the center of his world, his wife Patti.   John is also survived ...

Karen Corley, 76, passed away on July 14, 2026.  A full tribute will be published soon.  Westfield-Avalon Funeral Home, 4 Princeton St, Westfield, MA 01085 www.westfieldfuneralhome.com

WESTFIELD - Lynn Patten, 55, a beloved daughter, mother, nana, sister, aunt, and friend, will be remembered for her caring heart, generous spirit, and deep love for her family.  She was predeceased by her father, Larry Patten. Lynn leaves behind her mother, Connie Patten, and her stepfather, John Kidrick; her son, Shawn, and his fiancée, Courtney Jerin; and her four cherished grandchildren, Gabriel, Camilla, Christian, and Carter.  She is also survived by her sister, ...

SPRINGFIELD - James E. Denning, 91, passed away on July 12, 2026, just 12 days before his 92nd birthday. Jim was born in Palmer, MA, on July 24, 1934 and was the son of the late Charles and Emma (Bibeau) Denning. He was a graduate of Technical High School in Springfield. As a teenager, he worked in local tobacco fields; preferring a rainy day at the movies over the hot, sunny days working in the fields. He spent the better part of his work life as a warehouse supervisor for Mass Wholesale ...

WESTFIELD - Janet Lemelin, 81, passed away on July 3, 2026.  All services for Mrs. Lemelin are private and have been entrusted to Westfield Funeral Home, 4 Princeton St, Westfield, MA 01085 Visit www.westfieldfuneralhome.com

WESTFIELD – Michael Raymond Favreau,  64, passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at Westfield Rehabilitation and Health Care, after a brief illness.  Michael was born on September 5, 1961, in Springfield, MA, to Raymond and Ann Favreau.  Michael graduated from Agawam High School, Class of 1980, and later earned an Associate’s Degree in Computer Science from Holyoke Community College.  Michael was a train enthusiast and enjoyed fishing in his spare ...