All Obituaries

ERVING- Douglas M. Walker, 78, of Mountain Road, died at home early Tuesday morning, January 24, 2023 following an illness, with loved ones at his side. Born in Northfield on June 25, 1944, he was the son of the late William C. and Florence (Miller) Walker and attended Northfield schools and graduated from Greenfield Commerce School. On September 12, 1993, Doug married Mary (Whitmore) and enjoyed 29 years of marriage but more so enjoyed a friendship of 43 years. Doug was employed with...

Orange- Laurenda “Lee” “Leeline” (Duguay) Holmes, 90, of Orange, Ma, passed away Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at Alliance Health at Baldwinville. Born in Athol on January 12, 1933, she was the daughter of the late Hyacinthe and Anna (Savoie) Duguay.  She grew up in Athol and graduated from Athol High School. She was previously married to Lyman Holmes for 32 years. Laurenda previously worked at the L.S. Starrett Co. and at several restaurants as a prep...

ORANGE– Mildred B. Hill of Orange, MA died on January 20, 2023. Mildred was born on March 21, 1932 in Brooklyn, NY. Her mother was Julie Beryl Rose Marsh. Her father was Clarence Marsh. Growing up in Park Slope, Brooklyn, Mildred attended the Baptist Temple Church, City College of New York and Bloomfield College in New Jersey.  She married her now deceased husband William Hill who was a Veteran of the Korean War. In the 1960’s, Mildred’s family purchased a home in...

ATHOL- Donald J. Salls, 70, of Athol, passed away on Friday, January 20, 2023 at Athol Memorial Hospital surrounded by loved ones. He was born in Ware on May 16, 1952 to the late Darwin and Carolyn L. (Tanski) Salls. Donald is survived by two daughters, Carolyn Salls and hubby Tim Britt of Orange and Michelle Salls of Orange; grandchildren Gage Frank, Lillian Melanson, Cole Britt, Brandon Hennessey, Penny Payne, Logan Salls and Gabriel Salls; a great-grandson, Byron ; a...

ORANGE- Robert E. Smith, 66, of Walnut Hill Road, died at home on Thursday, January 19, 2023 following an illness. Born in Fitchburg on January 13, 1957, he grew up in the Berlin and Marlborough area. A well known mechanic and auto body man, Robert had worked at Scotty’s Garage in Leominster for many years. Robert moved to Orange 3 years ago from Gardner with his fiancée of 47 years, Audrey Morissette. Robert loved motorcycle riding, car shows and enjoyed watching Motor...

ORANGE- Robert W. Donnelly, 57, of South Main Street, died peacefully at home on Wednesday, January 18, 2023 surrounded by loved ones. Born in Athol on July 21, 1965, he was the son of the late David A. and Norma B. (White) Donnelly. He leaves behind the love of his life and fiancée of 13 years, Jennifer Amero; his twin sons, Daniel Donnelly and David Donnelly; 2 grandchildren, Tilan and Veronica; 3 step daughters, Asia Picano, Haille Picano and Madison Picano; a brother, Raymond...

ATHOL- Correl Ann passed away January 17, 2023. She was a vibrant soul that loved singing, baking and spending time with her children, family and friends  She leaves behind her oldest daughter Alaura Donais; her significant other, Dennis Batchelor and their 2 young children Bayley and Dominick; her parents Taylor and Marcee Balfour; brothers, Taylor, and his wife Samantha and 3 children, Jason and his wife Nikki and 2 children; sisters Alisha Leonard and her family, and Stacey...

PETERSHAM- Kirousis, Linda (Grenier), 80, of Petersham, MA died peacefully and gracefully with her husband Chuck by her side on January 14, 2023. She carried on with a valiant effort against a most pernicious disease.  She was born to Norman and Alfreda Grenier on March 18, 1942 in Fitchburg, MA. A passionate life-long learner, Linda eagerly began school at the age of 4 and graduated from St. Bernard’s High School at the age of 17.  As an ardent supporter of education, Linda...

ORANGE- Eleanor M. (LaClaire) Wetherby, 90 of Clifton Street, died peacefully at home early Saturday morning, January 14, 2023 with loved ones surrounding her. Born in Leverett on May 4, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Harriet (Bourne) LaClaire, one of ten children. Eleanor married Harold E. Wetherby on January 30, 1949 and enjoyed 62 years of marriage until his death on April 10, 2011. Eleanor retired from Erving Paper Mill and later went to work for Ralph C. Mahar...

SOUTH ATHOL- David E. Stoddard, 73, of White Pond Road, died on Thursday evening, January 12, 2023 at home, surrounded by loved ones. Born in Montague on March 3, 1949, he was the son of Clyde and Lyla (Robinson) Stoddard and lived his entire life in Athol, graduating from Athol High School in 1967. David was married to Mary Preece for 32 years until his death. A small engine mechanic, he was employed by Orange Saws for many years and was especially skilled on working on diesel...