All Obituaries

Helen L. (Thompson) Goodreau, 88, passed away at home on January 14, 2019, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Presque Isle, Maine to the late Lamont J. and Mary E. (Sweeney) Thompson. She worked for many years for New England Telephone as a supervisor. Helen was a longtime communicant of St. Peter’s and St. Casmir’s Church in Westfield. She enjoyed Bingo, computer games, shopping for that bargain, going to tag sales, couponing and birdwatching with Clem. Helen...

Brandon Nicholas Simmitt, died unexpectedly on 01/13/2019 in Westfield at the age of 30. Brandon is survived by his parents, John and Lisa also of Westfield; siblings, Tyler & Ryan Simmitt and Mike Cornelius. He is preceded in death by relatives,  Grandparents: Joe & Thelma Martin, Francis & Barbara Simmitt, Aunts and Uncles: Cheryl Parody, Terry Mason, Scott Simmitt, Gil Martin, Cindi Mccready, Liz Avalone, Art Torres, Diane Martin, Joseph Martin, Sheryl Leo, many many...

Our beautiful, graceful, quick-witted, amazing mother, Beverly A. (Couture) Symancyk, 72, passed away on Saturday, January 12, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Springfield, MA on October 5, 1946 to the late Melville and Reta (Supernant) Couture and was raised in Agawam, MA. Bev graduated from Agawam High School in 1964 and went on to Cosmetology school. She began a career as a hairdresser at Frank & Tito in Agawam where she was well liked by many for her genuine...

Dr. Mary A. Courtney-Prince born April 13 1953 has died January 9, 2019 at 6PM.  She passed as peacefully as possible in her home, which she loved, in Springfield, MA. She died in the arms of her husband and soulmate of 45 years, Marc H. Prince. The skillful assistance of the Baystate Home Health Services with both palliative and hospice care were invaluable; as well as the dedication of family members. Mary fought a brave and patient battle without complaint with neuroendocrine...

Mary E. (Bullens) Krutka, 81, passed away on Wednesday, January 9, 2019 at Mercy Medical Center. She was born in Westfield to the late William and Constance (Laro) Bullens. Mary taught CCD at St. Mary’s Church for many years, was the President of the Confraternity for 10 years and was a faithful daily mass communicant of St. Mary’s Church in Westfield. She enjoyed being the co-pilot going on car rides with her daughter Donna, decorating cakes, but her highlight was her...

Irene T. (Janisieski) Zyskowski, 89, of Feeding Hills, died Wednesday, January 9, 2019 In Baystate Noble Hospital. She was born in Westfield on July 12, 1929 daughter of the late John F. and Mary A. (Nikel) Janisieski. Irene was a Registered Nurse and graduated from Mercy Hospital School of Nursing in 1951. She worked at Western Mass Hospital for twenty-six years retiring in 1992. Irene also worked at Noble Hospital and did private duty nursing. She leaves two sons David Zyskowski of Port...

Glenn R. Gabinelle, 71, of Jacksonville Beach, FL, passed away peacefully this past Sunday, January 6th, 2019. Glenn was born in New Haven, CT on July 13th, 1947. Predeceased by his father, Frank Gabinelle, in 2007, he leaves behind his mother, Ellen (Ghirardini) Gabinelle, of Wallingford, CT. Glenn leaves the love of his life and wife, Sue (Feeser) Gabinelle, after 43 years of marriage. He is survived by his eldest daughter, Carrie Duda of South Deerfield, MA, his youngest daughter,...

Duane P. Desilets, 62, passed away on Sunday, January 6, 2019. He was born in Springfield to Laurent E. and Madeline (Banas) Desilets. Duane worked as a machinist for Hamilton Standard from 1979-1992 and left to join the State of Connecticut Corrections Department from 1993 until he retired in 2016. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He loved woodworking, carpentry, baseball and had a love for music. He also enjoyed the ocean, beaches and hiking. Duane served his country in...

James Panageotopoulos, 76, of West Springfield, passed away on January 4, 2019 at Baystate Medical Center. He was born in West Springfield to the late Stavros and Myrtilla (Shackett) Panageotopoulos. James worked as a parts manager for Allen Lawnmower for over 20 years, he also worked for Valentine Plating. He was the arts and crafts director for the West Springfield Boys and Girls Club for many years and a member of the C.R.O.P. program. James was a longtime member of the Bethany Assembly...

June L. (Baldyga) Lorenz, 86, passed away on January 3, 2019 at Baystate Noble Hospital, surrounded by her family. She was born in Westfield to the late Anthony and Mary (Sadlo) Baldyga and graduated from Westfield High School.  June went on to receive her nursing degree and was employed as a registered nurse for the Holyoke Soldiers Home for many years.  She herself was a veteran and a breast cancer survivor, an avid bird watcher and an unparalleled card player.  She was a...