Michael F. Scavone died at Baystate Medical Center on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at the age of 71. He was born in Springfield, MA, on April 18, 1953, the son of Mario and Catherine (Dunia) Scavone. Michael lived in Springfield before moving to Longmeadow in 2015. He was a lifelong communicant of Holy Name Church. Michael enjoyed vacationing on Cape Cod, dining out, and socializing with friends and family. He was a great listener, and he was especially interested in conversations about...

CHICOPEE – Gary R. Omer, 73, passed away on April 25, 2024. Born in Springfield, MA on May 24, 1949, he was the son of the late Nathan R. and Helen M. (Lombardi) Omer. From May, 1969 – February, 1973, he proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. He was initially employed at Lewis Beef in West Springfield before working at the United States Postal Service where he held various positions. Gary is survived by his sister, Pamela O. Dean and her husband Lindsey of...

Palmer, MA - Nancy Lee (Richard) Moulton age 77, died suddenly at her home on April 25, 2024. She was the devoted wife of Neil A. Moulton, whom she married in 1980. Nancy was born on December 30, 1946 in Holyoke; a daughter of the late Joseph and Barbara (Joyce) Richard. She retired as Receiving Assistant for the former K Mart Store, Palmer, Massachusetts. Nancy enjoyed camping, cruises, casinos, playing cards and she was very involved with the Palmer Senior Center. In addition to her...

We announce the peaceful passing of Jennie Paul Usifer (nee Ambrozoits) on April 24, 2024, at the age of 95. Born in Holyoke, MA, Jennie touched the lives of so many with her vibrant spirit, kind heart and sense of humor. Jennie retired from Holyoke Community College in 1990 after two decades as a dedicated Purchasing Clerk. Her retirement years were filled with joy as she pursued her golf, knitting, and painting passions. She cherished her winters in Florida, where she basked in the...

Benjamin (Butch) Joseph Noga Jr, 75, of Southwick Massachusetts, son of the late Stacia (Szepanski) Shelto, stepfather John Shelto, and Benjamin J. Noga Sr died on April 22, 2024. He was born in Hartford, CT on May 23, 1948. Ben lived in Windsor through his youth and graduated from Windsor High School in 1966. He retired from Stanadyne of Windsor where he worked as a master machinist for forty-five years. During much of that time he served the community as a lieutenant in the Hayden Station...

   Debra Kay (Steuerwald) Boss, 70, passed away on Earth Day, April 22, 2024, in a single car accident. Debra, know mostly as Debbie to her friends, was born December 30th, 1953, in Duluth, MN to the late Wallace Steuerwald and Ruth Roberta Steuerwald.    Debbie grew up as an only child, but had one brother almost 19 years her senior. She lost her mother, Ruth, when she was sixteen and missed her deeply for the rest of her life. Debbie graduated from high school and moved...

SPRINGFIELD, MA - Daniel M. Dutko born September 5, 1985, passed away at his home on April 22, 2024, after a five-year battle with a respiratory illness. He was born to Patricia Stevens and Matthew Dutko in Meriden, CT. He grew up in Rutland, VT and graduated from Rutland High School. During his early life, Daniel worked as a snowboard instructor for both Killington and Pico Mountains where he had a passion for helping students. Later Daniel moved to Boston, MA becoming a Certified Health...

Ashley M. Knight, 36, passed away peacefully in her sleep with her mother by her side, on April 20, 2024 at Baystate Wing Hospital. She was born in Springfield, MA on September 14, 1987. She graduated from River Street School and spent many happy summers at Kamp for Kids. She moved into her group home and lived there until her passing with her "sisters" and caregivers that truly loved her. She attended Sunshine Village for over 10 years and looked forward to the...

James F. Foard, 80, of West Palm Beach, FL, formerly of East Longmeadow, MA, went down swinging on Friday April 19, 2024 after a long illness and a life well lived. Born in Queens, NY on November 25, 1943, Jim was the son of the late MacDonough and Genevieve Foard. He attended PS 102 & PS 73 in Queens before his parents moved the family to Whippany, NJ where he graduated from Hanover Park High School. Jim enlisted in the U.S. Air Force after high school and was stationed at Westover AFB...

Barbara Aline (Lawsure) D’Agostino passed away in her home at the age of 90 on April 18th surrounded by her family. Barbara was born in Springfield, MA to the late Walter and Yvonne (Phaneuf) Lawsure and lived in West Springfield for 86 years before moving to Agawam several years ago. Barbara graduated from West Springfield High School in 1951 and during her high school years she enjoyed roller skating and dancing at the Riverside Rollaway in Agawam with her friends. It was there she met...