Barbara Anne Edson Greenwald Dorena G. Johnson She worked early in life at the Margolin Pocketbook Factory, then at Case Paper Mills, Eden Park Nursing Home, Connective Technologies, and lastly at the Brattleboro Retreat in housekeeping from where she retired. As his health began to fail, he lived in his apartment, cared for by 7 home care aides, personal care attendents, and a visiting nurse. arrangements. Katie was predeceased by her husband, Phil, in 1981. She also leaves many nieces and nephews. He was motorcycle and car enthusiast. They were Bernardston residents for over 40 years. The burial at Pentecost Cemetery, Northfield will be in the spring at a time to be announced. Brandon is pre-deceased by his Grandparents Kenneth L. and Velma Miller and his Father Kenneth Lee Miller. Northfield, Mass. After attending Mine Warfare School in Virginia, he was attached to the USS Jeffers (DMS 27), a Destroyer Mine Sweeper, serving on three tours in the Mediterranean. Sharon married George E. Miller Jr. May 9, 1965 in Albany, N.Y. Larry was a loving and devoted husband to Joan A. Smith (Bourbeau). Bob is survived by his former wife Sara, and their daughter Amanda Beth McCollum-Diamond, her husband Wayne of Deleware, and his neice Victoria Anderson of Northfield and nephew Troy Anderson. After retirement he worked at the Five Point Farm operating tractors and farm machinery until recently. He began his career in the Media Program and was instrumental in establishing computer technology into this program in the 1980s. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Athol Bird and Nature Club or the Millers River Environmental Center. Burial will be in the spring in Farms Cemetery, Northfield, Ma. arrangements. Bill loved bacon, cherry pie with vanilla ice cream, and to eat at roadside diners. Katie was also complicated (Arent we all?). Her greatest love was her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Catherine Rose (Beirlein) Morris, 97, of Greenfield died Wednesday (5-1-2019) at Baystate Franklin Medical Center, Greenfield, Ma. Funeral services will be private and at the convenience of the family. . Calling hours are set for Wednesday, April 27, 2022, from 4 to 6 p.m., at Kidder Funeral Home, 1 Parker Avenue, Northfield , Mass. Greenfield, Ma. And her brother-in-law Michael Francis and his wife Debbie of England, and daughters; Barbara Richardson and her husband James of Royalston, Ma., Virginia Ward and her husband Wayne of Keene, NH. Masks will be required and social distancing will be adhered too. He was known as "Uncle Bernie" to countless others. He was involved with the Bernardston community as member of the Zoning Board, Conservation Commissioner, Boy Scout Leader, Little League and Pony League Coach and Director, American Legion Commander, and Kiwanis President and Secretary. She worked for many years as a bookeeper for a number of small businesses in the Greenfield area. Larry James Ruffins Abigail Haskell and her husband Henry and one daughter, Wilhelmina also live in Brattleboro. She was born September 10, 1929 in Northfield, Mass , the daughter of Ernest and Maude ( Lapan ) Kenney. There was never a Saturday when they werent out painting the town. Mr. Moseley predeceased her in 1973. Click here to send a condolence message. Dale R. Clough, 74 of Northfield, Ma. He was born July 25, 1937 in Boston, Ma. A private Liturgy of Christian Burial will be held in Our Lady of Peace Church, Turners Falls with burial in St. Mary's Cemetery in Turners Falls, MA. He loved camping, jigsaw puzzles, and spending time in his swimming pool. She and Al contributed to many charities worldwide. A celebration of Mikes life will be at a later date. He is predeceased by his sister Evelyn Stevens. and her sister, Gloria Kahle and her husband Leonard of Plano, Tx. arrangements. Donna L. Orcutt Burial will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery in Westfield, Mass at 2:00 P.M. Due to covid private funeral services for Robert McCollum are being arranged by Kidder Funeral Home, 1 Parker Ave.Northfield, Ma. Gloria L. Powell Arthur E. Ratt 83, of Warwick, Massachusetts died peacefully on February 3, 2021 surrounded by his children. He was a member of the first class to graduate from Pioneer Valley Regional School. She was a committed participant in projects focusing on missions, Bible study and prayer. At the age of 16 he joined the Marines at Camp Lejune and was subsequently transferred to the Air Force. and daughter Shirley and her partner Mary King of Northfield, MA. Throughout his life, Frank was an avid Celtics and Red Sox fan. (Churchill) Ball. April 6, 1951 ~ December 11, 2020 Private burial will be St. Mary's Cemetery, Northfield, Ma. Granddaughter Kelsey Scheumann of Huntington, Ma, Granddaughter Katy Stennes of TN. In his memory please pass on a kindness or smile to someone who least expects it. He wrote near his death, I find that attitude is as important to recovery as anything you can do. In the years 1963 through 1965 Marge was the Director of Physical Education for the Town of Montague. She was baptized at St. Matthias Roman Catholic Church in Brooklyn, NY. Having a special passion for preserving, writing about, and promoting the history of Vernon she became one of the cofounders of the Vernon Historians. Funeral services will be Saturday (10-23-2021) at the Advent Christian Church, 4554 Ft. Bridgman Rd. 1940 to 1942 she attended the University of Maryland and studied physical education. A third sister, Alice Stratford, predeceased her. Click here to send a condolence message. January 14, 1967 ~ October 27, 2021 died unexpectedly of cancer on November 16, 2021 at Baystate Medical Center, Springfield, Ma. August 21, 1929 ~ May 4, 2022 She was the daughter of Loretta Black (Clark) and Leland Black of Northfield, Massachusettsand was predeceased by her brother Daniel Black of Tennessee. arrangements. 01360 At a time to be announced. January 3,1940 ~ February 9, 2020 Their home was built on land that was once part of the Shaw family farm. and a graduate of Greenfield Community College. arrangements. He is survived by his wife Cheryl, and daughter Rachael of South Carolina, and son Samuel at home. She was a graduate of Boston University and attained her master's degree from Wesleyan University in Connecticut. and Jeff Miller, and his daughters, Dawn Titus and her husband Neal of Chesterfield, NH. An avid reader, she thoroughly enjoyed her visits to the Farms Library. February 3. At 65 years old, Katie went skydiving with her son, Tim, a skydiving instructor. Bill then began an even more active role in civic affairs. He was the best husband and father. and Amy Podolski and her husband Michael of Greenfield, Ma. In his younger years he enjoyed playing the guitar and dabbling in anything electronic. They later divorced after twenty plus years. She was a graduate of Greenfield High School, class of 1943. She worked in a couple factories early in her life and retired from Bridgeport Metal in Hinsdale, NH. Priscilla H. Hale 82 of Zephyrhills, FL formerly of Bernardston, MA and Hinsdale, NH died March 26, 2021 while under hospice care in Dade City, FL after a long courageous battle with cancer. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Pioneer Valley Hospice & Palliative Care, 329 Conway Street, Suite 2, Greenfield, MA 01301. on June 16, 1973 the daughter of Merle and Pamela (Watkins) Donovan. Ken has no known survivors. Visit Obituary Burial will be in the spring in Center Cemetery, Erving, Ma. She was the daughter of James Franklin Haskins and Ethel Sunshine (Mason) Haskins, the youngest of six children. Winchester, N.H. Ronald E. Tacy, 73 of Winchester, N.H. died Thursday evening (12-19-2019) at his home. A Great grandson "Ricky May" in a tragic drowning. John D. Miller 02284-9168. She was a Poll worker for the Town of Northfield for many years. Catahoula - A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 am on Monday, February 27, 2023, at Dion Hall in Catahoula for Cathy Thibodeaux Stephenson, 69, who passed away on February 23, 2023 at The Carpenter House in Lafayette. Alburgh George P. Prime, age 75, passed away on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, surrounded by his loving family at his home in Alburgh Springs. She was never too busy to participate in an impromptu kickball game! Arrangements are under the direction of Kidder Funeral Home in Northfield. Memorial Contributions may be made to Michael J Stennes scholarship. November 5, 1950 ~ September 13, 2020 Nate grew up in Greenfield where he recalled fondly being able to ride his go-cart from the top of Main Street downhill to the Fire Station. Kidder Memorial Home 89 Grand Avenue, Swanton, VT, 05488 Get Directions (802) 868-3331 | http://www.gossfs.com 12 reviews Leave a review How can We Help? Sandy was a huge supporter of the arts and music in Franklin County, including her Grandsons group Wikigood. She was married to the love of her life Lee Dresser on April 28, 1956 at Metcalf Chapel in Warwick. Click here to send a condolence message. The Rev. Additionally, she leaves many beloved nieces and nephews. Josh was born in Fort Bragg, North Carolina on November 28, 1983. She belonged to Brunch & Bowl for 15 years. In the late 50's he moved to Belleglade, Florida where he did crop dusting and worked for the highway department. May 23, 1923 ~ June 23, 2021 She was born in Daytona Beach Florida, March 31, 1964 the daughter of Mildred Reynolds. Additionally, she leaves her former husband Dickie with whom she has remained friends; her brother David Sullivan and his wife Sally; her sister Wendy Wegiel; many nieces and nephews; and numerous friends who were like family to her. Born in Newport, R.I., Aug. 24, 1945, to Stanley J. These traits never let up for a moment in his 52 years. Richard Henry Bassett, 96 of Northfield passed away peacefully at home on July 31, 2019. Brendon O'Shea (Kelly Dewyse) of Portland, OR. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Ellis and Jason Donovan. Since WWII, Howard had a passion for flying; from his home airstrip to work, and as far as Haiti & the Bahamas. Kathleen was a member of the Trinitarian Congregational Church of Northfield, which she served as a treasurer and a trustee. She was born in Holyoke, Ma. She was a long time resident of Northfield. He was known as being very patriotic, and was an Early American and Civil War enthusiast. at the home of his parents, Asker C. and Mary (Frankow) Mello. After marriage Catherine and Bill moved to Floral Park, NY where they raised their four children. Again, his inventive expertise came into play with that recreational sport when he designed and built his own tent camper which was used by his family of 6 for many years. Click here to send a condolence message. Larry spent the majority of his life building and fixing things, from his jobs in local paper mills to the additions made to the Northfield home. George was educated in Brattleboro, VT schools and was a graduate of St. Michael's High School in Brattleboro, in 1955. He was pre-deceased by his paternal Grandmother Janice Newell Johnson of Deerfield, Ma. She enjoyed playing volleyball, fishing, gardening, making greeting cards, and crafts. his brother Michael Sweeney of Orange, MA. She started her career as a registered nurse working at the Beacon Clinic, then went on to work at the Stoneleigh Burnham School and Applewood Rehabilitation Center. Later in life she enjoyed attending her grandchildren's sporting events. She loved working there. And Jane Kunhardt and her husband Daniel of Greenfield, Ma. a place that was dear to both of them. He then became an insurance adjustor. He attained the rank of Pharmacists Mate First Class. Stella was an active member of St. Patricks Church in Northfield where she married her husband Joe on November 28, 1946. She would run errands, mow the lawn, and help with any house work. He was married to Stella Pokrywka on June 16, 1962 in Hinsdale, N.H. He was a member of the Northeast Chevy GMC truck club and attended all of the events. The couple remained in Greenfield building a life together and raising their family. Funeral services will be private and at the convenience of the family. She led family trips to local beaches, parks or areas where she grew up and an annual family vacation to someplace in the mountains including upstate NY, and New England. Later in life she was a regular at Winchester, NH and Brattleboro, Vt. American Legion, VFW and Elks following her favorite band Playing Possum. He attended Pioneer Valley Regional School. John Harold Thayer, 80 of Northfield died Sunday February 9, 2020 at Charlene Manor Extended Care Facility in Greenfield after a long battle with Parkinson's Disease. She married Herbert Bissell on March 22, 1945. In 1999 due ot health issues, he entered Pioneer Manor Rest Home, moving to Labell's Nursing Home, and in December 2018 entered Greenfield Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. September 20, 2021 Funeral services will be Friday, February 14th at 11am at the Kidder Funeral Home, 1 Parker Ave. Northfield, Ma. Rod was lovable quick with a joke and fond of labeling himself the "Godfather of the Daugherty Compound". Arrangements were made under the direction of Kidder Funeral Home, 1 Parker Ave. Northfield. Her favorite roles were Meg in Little Women, Miranda in Shakespeares The Tempest, and once, an evil nurse so convincing that her own mother was mortified! He is survived by his son Joseph Medeiros and his wife Linda of Northfield, and his daughter Rosemary Medeiros of San Francisco. Starting at the age of ten, she developed her work ethic and financial skills. April 18, 1924 ~ March 26, 2020 For his last two years, Bob and his family enjoyed seeing one other every day. On June 7, 1952 she married Charles H. Johnson in Greenfield. She was born in Malone, N.Y. on September 10, 1932 the daughter of Edward and Priscilla (Jones) Burdash. The Rev. She was so thankful for the little gifts or visits she received from everyone while there. Donations in her memory may be made to Lifepath, 101 Munson St. Suite 201, Greenfield, MA 01301, htpp./lifepathma.org. There are many nieces and nephews. She reached out to all of her extended family, showering them with gifts, food and love. Donations in her memory may be made to either Hospice and Palliative Care of Franklin County, 329 Conway St. Ste.2 Greenfield, Ma. All our Love." on January 3,1940 the son of Harold and Laura (Martineau) Thayer. In 1953, he enlisted in the US Army and served as Corporal during the Korean War. Rick Morton. Thomas W. Boisvert He also leaves a beloved granddaughter, Leilani Ellis, of Miami, FL; a brother, Mark Ellis, and his wife, Anne, of Athol, MA; a father-in-law, Russell Deane, of Bernardston, MA; and a sister-in-law, Sherry York, and her husband, Jim, of Ashford, CT; as well as several nieces and nephews. Larry always managed to leave everyone in awe with his woodworking skills especially every Christmas. She was born October 14, 1927 in Whittinsville, Ma. Updates will be posted on Gordons Facebook page and the service can be searched on google that morning. and Marvin C. and his wife Connie of Wardsboro, VT. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Todd Miller, Tammie Martin, Craig Pratt, Michelle Penza, Marvin C. II and Jeremey Morse. She was born on February 18, 1937 in Amherst, MA, daughter of Wallace and Katherine (Wanczyk) Spear. Their marriage and love are inspirations to us all. There will be a graveside service at St. Mary's Cemetery, St. Mary's St. off Warwick Ave. on July 20, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. She always said that the fifteen years she was a stay at home Mom were the best of her life. Margaret worked for Hayes Cotton Mill for a number of years before going to work for Broyhill Furniture Corporation as an accountant for their lumber yard. arrangements. Margaret H. Nichols (1924-2020) At 2:45 a.m. on March 26, 2020 Margaret Hemphill Nichols, of Brattleboro, Vermont fell into the arms of her Heavenly Father after several years of declining health. There are no calling hours. Kidder Funeral Home, 1 Parker Ave., Northfield, Mass is in charge of They also enjoyed quilting and gardening together. Sherry Harvey and her husband Alan and Susan Welcome and her husband Dennis both of Greenfield, Ma. She began her professional career at the Rhode Island Historical Society in Providence before moving to Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, where she worked at the university library for six years. Phil loved to read and was fascinated by local, world, and family history. Once retired, Bob loved playing golf every day with his brother Richard and best friend Art Bradley. Kidder Funeral Home, 1 Parker Ave., Northfield, Mass is in charge of Richard was never good at remembering names, but always had a cheerful disposition and warm greeting. 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