All Obituaries

Charles A. Shattuck, Jr. passed away peacefully at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield on June 12, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. Charlie, as he was affectionately known, was born in Fitchburg on July 28, 1944 to Charles A. Shattuck and Rita (Cormier) Shattuck. He graduated from Manchester High School and was a Vietnam Veteran, having proudly served in the United States Navy. Charlie was a man of great faith and was the founder of Our Lady of the Rosary Shrine. A devout Catholic,...

Wendell P. Lyon, 94, went to be with the Lord on Monday, June 7, 2021. Formerly of Shelburne he lived his last few years at the Charlene Manor in Greenfield, cared for by a compassionate nursing and physical therapy staff. Wendell lived ALL living things, especially his many pets and flowers of all colors which he loved to pick and decorate his home. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed camping outside right on the ground. He leaves two nieces, Martha Kinghorn of Vernon, VT and Evie...

Michael “Mike / Murph” Murphy, 73, passed away unexpectedly on June 1, 2021. Mike was born in Greenfield on April 12, 1948, the son of Robert and Marion (Palin) Murphy. He graduated from Greenfield High School as a member of the class of 1966.  Murph was captain of the Greenfield High School Football team, and despite receiving a full scholarship to play football at Memphis State University, Mike followed his passion and joined the Carpenter’s Union in Springfield,...

Colrain- Duane E. Brothers, Sr., 91, passed away at home on Monday, May 31, 2021. Duane was born in Whitehall, NY on October 25, 1929 the son of Wesley and Ruby (Lynde) Brothers. Duane was a veteran of the United States Navy, having served during the Korean War. He was proud to be a veteran and a member of the Colrain Veterans of Foreign War. He was employed by the Kendall Mills in Colrain for many years. After retirement from Kendall, he served as a driver for Rice Oil delivering home...

M. Rita (Frappier) Larange passed away peacefully on the morning of May 23, 2021 at the age of 98. Rita was born in Greenfield on December 1, 1922 the daughter of Joseph and Lena (Villeneuve) Frappier. Rita’s husband, Harry F. Larange predeceased her on September 6, 1988. Rita’s survivors include two daughters; Linda Boehmer of Greenfield and Rosemary Beaudoin and her husband Damase “Brud” of Sparks, NV, a son Mark Larange and his wife Dulcie of Greenfield, four...

Eunice (Aiston) Parenteau, 90, passed away May 10, 2021. She was the daughter of Peggy and Arthur Aiston. She graduated from Greenfield High School and joined the First Congregational Church in 1948. She worked 40 years for I. Kramer & Sons. She was a fan of the New York Yankees and the New York Giants. She was predeceased by her loving husband Ramsay “Bebe” Parenteau. She is survived by two sons Ronald Parenteau and wife Kim, and Paul Parenteau and wife Laura. Two...

Susan (Lindgren) Chiapputi, 55, passed away at home surrounded by her loving family. Susan was born in Bridgeport, CT on September 19, 1965 and grew up in Northfield, MA. She graduated from the Culinary Arts program at Franklin County Technical School in 1984. She began her culinary career even before her graduation, working for Herm Maniatty at the Corner Cupboard, and then later at Herm’s and Bricker’s restaurants. Most recently Susan was the kitchen manager at the Deerfield...

Mark F. Ledwell of Charlemont, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2021 after a sudden and ferocious battle with his health. Born February 9, 1953 in Cambridge. Mark was a selfless, kind gentleman a family man to the core. Loving husband, father and grandfather with an incredible sense of humor and a heart of gold. Married June 30, 1979 to the love of his life Mary. A gifted builder running amazing and award winning projects up until he fell ill. Great friend, master woodworker, avid gardener,...

David F. Howland, age 95, passed away on April 28, 2021. David was a long-time resident of Heath, Massachusetts.  He was born in Oneonta, New York on December 16, 1925, the son of Ray F. and Ruth (Tooker) Howland. He graduated from Oneonta High School in 1943 where he was treasurer of the Senior Class and a graduation speaker. He joined the U.S. Army in March 1944 and subsequently served overseas with the Third Army in the European Theater of Operations with the 16th and 4th Armored...

Edmond J. “Ed” Croteau, 65, died April 24, 2021 at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield. Ed was born in Springfield, MA on February 4, 1956 the son of Edward and Helen (Carney) Croteau. He was a graduate of Smith Vocational High School and the Hallmark Institute. Ed was an appliance repair technician for Belval Refrigeration for many years. He is survived by two daughters; Carrie Croteau of Shelburne Falls and Amy Croteau of Greenfield, his foster mother Teresa Peters of...