All Obituaries

ASHFIELD, MA—Richard F. Delphia, 84, passed away at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, of complications from a fall. Dick was born in Ludlow, MA on August 31, 1939, the son of Marshall and Gladys (Godin) Delphia. He graduated from Sanderson Academy in 1957. After graduation he joined the Navy, serving for three years. After being discharged, he moved to Boston and worked for General Motors for 28 years. After living in Boston for 37 years, Dick and his...

M. Arlene (Sibley) Andognini, age 88, of Rowe, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully at Baystate Medical Center, Springfield, Sunday April 14, 2024.Born at her grandparents home in Rowe, October 5, 1935, (the same year as Elvis). She was predeceased by her son Randy Andognini (1981), her parents Clifford and Mary (Davenport) Sibley, and the love of her life, Philip Nadeau (1996). Arelene graduated from Charlemont High School in 1953. Arelene was known for her kindheartedness, youthful...

Doris M. Taylor, 98, formerly of Greenfield, passed peacefully at Linda Manor Assisted Living Facility. She was born in Maynard, MA the daughter of William Charles Newman and Louise Maude (Wilson) Newman and was educated at schools in Maynard. During WW2 Doris worked for Clifford Mfg Co. in Waltham. After the war she worked for Boston Edison in Maynard until she married her high school classmate Edwin R. Taylor. Doris and Ed moved from Maynard to Webster while starting a family -...

Barbara M. (Schotte) Mahar, 87, of Log Plain Rd., passed away on April 12, 2024 at Charlene Manor Extended Care Facility. A life-long resident of Greenfield, Barbara was born on January 12, 1937 the daughter of William and Mae (Baker) Schotte. After graduating from high school Barbara started her career with Greenfield Tap & Die as a data processor and clerk. She retired in 1975 after 20 years with the company. On August 23, 1975 she was married to Robert A. Mahar, together for over 48...

Irving E. Mullette went to be with the Lord on April 10, 2024. He was born in North Adams, MA on April 23, 1938 to Eugene and (Vera) Christine Mullette.  Out of high school, he went to East Coast Aero Tech Flying School, following which he joined the Marine Corps.  He proudly remained involved in the Marine Corps League throughout his life and served as Chaplain of the Marine Corps League Oak Ridge Detachment.  Irving was a graduate of Northeastern Bible College, where he did...

Greenfield- Judith Mae (Phillips) Lively, 85, of Wells St., passed away on Tuesday April 9, 2024. Judy was born in Greenfield on June 5, 1938 the daughter of Walter and Mildred (Chase) Phillips. While raising her six children and supporting them in their interests and achievements, Judy enrolled in the nursing program at GCC and became an RN at the age of 39. She enjoyed working with the residents of the Charlene Manor Extended Care Facility for many years, and for several years moved...

William B. Delaney, 93, of Kendrick Rd., passed away on Wed. April 3, 2024 at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield. A lifelong resident of Shelburne Falls, Bill was born on the Buckland side of the village on August 13, 1930, he was the son of Charles and Bella (Forgea) Delaney. He was a graduate of Arms Academy. As a high school athlete he lettered in football, basketball, baseball and track. In his own words, “I was never a star but very enthusiastic and dedicated”. He...

Beverly Kay (Askew) Fenning, aged 82, passed into the loving arms of God on Saturday, March 23, 2024. Beverly was born in Morgantown, West Virginia, to Joshua Herman Askew and Melba (Menear) (Lewis) Askew on October 10, 1941. Her early education was in rural schools in western Pennsylvania, and her advanced education was at Muskingham University in New Concord, Ohio. Beverly briefly taught elementary school in Lindhurst, Ohio, then married her rolling dancing partner, Robert Fenning, on...

On March 12, 2024, we unexpectedly lost a cherished man, Steven L. Daby, born on March 29, 1965 and a lifelong resident of Buckland. His devoted wife of nearly 32 years, Lori (Holmes) Daby, held his hand as he said goodbye with the love from his family surrounding him. Steve fought a long and courageous fight against cancer. He survived Hodgkin's disease (twice) in his twenties and was diagnosed with both prostate cancer and lymphoma in 2020. Despite his relentless fight against the...

Shelburne, MA- Gail D. (Gilson) Ojala, 77, passed away Monday, March 11, 2024, at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield after a period of failing health. Born June 20, 1946, to the late Clifton Gilson and Marion (Cramm) (Gilson) Cox in Gardner, MA, she grew up in Morningdale, MA. She is predeceased by her younger sister, Jane K. Gilson of West Boylston, MA. A life-long learner, she was a graduate of Tahanto Regional High School-Boylston, Worcester City Hospital School of Nursing, and she...