Thomas P. Makowski
Jan 4, 2025
Thomas P. Makowski, 71, formerly of Northampton, a long-time iconic fixture in the Valley music scene passed away at Berkshire Medical Center in Pittsfield after a brief illness. Thom was born in Holyoke, a son of the late Thaddeus and Joan (Vigneux) Makowski, grew up there, and attended local schools. Thom was a multitalented person, a painter, musician and artist....
Dawna L. Davis
Jan 3, 2025
NORTHAMPTON- Dawna L. Davis, 68, of Leominster passed away peacefully January 3, 2025. She was born March 5, 1956, to the late Richard and Marcia (Day) Davis. Dawna was very active in her church, Hadley Congregational. She loved the Lord and going to church was a very important part of her life. She was very crafty; she knitted & crocheted;...
Richard James Wanczyk
Dec 31, 2024
FLORENCE-Richard J. Wanczyk, 83, of Bridge Road passed away after a brief illness on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at Cooley Dickinson Hospital surrounded by his family. Richard was born in Northampton, a son of the late Joseph & Mary (Maslanka) Wanczyk. He was raised in Hatfield, attended local schools and graduated from Smith Academy. In his younger years, he worked...
Ana Celine Demello
Dec 21, 2024
NORTHAMPTON-Ana Celine DeMello, 94, of Barrett Street passed away peacefully on December 21, 2024, at Linda Manor after a brief period of failing health. Celine was born in Bombay, India, a daughter of Joaquin and Effie Alvares. She immigrated to this country in 2005, living in Eastern Massachusetts with her son Dominic DeMello. She worked as a primary school teacher...
George F. Houck Jr.
Dec 15, 2024
George F. Houck Jr., passed away, peacefully, in his sleep during the morning hours of December 15th while at Linda Manor Long Term Care facility. George was born, like all eight children in the family, in the family home on Pomeroy Terrace in Northampton. Born on August 16, 1928, George was the only son to Loretta (Reardon) and George Houck...
Edward Lee Wingfield
Dec 13, 2024
FLORENCE- Edward “Ed” Lee Wingfield, 86 of Florence, Massachusetts peacefully passed away at home on Friday morning, December 13, 2024, while surrounded by his loving family. Ed was born in Aiken, South Carolina on April 3, 1938, to the late Edward T. and Myra (Cook) Wingfield and was raised as an only child. However, late in life he discovered he...
William J. Mcgoldrick Iii
Dec 13, 2024
SOUTH DEERFIELD-William J. McGoldrick III, 84, of South Mill River Rd. passed away on Friday, December 13, 2024, at the Center for Extended Care in Amherst surrounded by his family. Bill was born in Peekskill, NY, a son of William J. & Anne (Gallagher) McGoldrick. Bill enlisted in the United States Coast Guard, serving from 1958 to 1962 at the...
Ellen M. Weinmann
Dec 12, 2024
Ellen M. Weinmann passed away at Cooley Dickinson hospital in Northampton on Thursday, December 12, 2024. She was the daughter of John D. McKenzie and Elinor McKenzie. Growing up outside of Boston, she was a lover of the arts and a dedicated athlete. After graduating from Weston High School, she continued her education at Bay Path Junior College, and later,...
Michael Jay Metzger
Dec 10, 2024
Michael Metzger was destined to live an artful life. The grandson of the legendary entertainer Eddie Cantor, Michael grew up in the presence of old Hollywood. He became a TV writer and producer, as well as a collage artist of international renown, and a writer, painter, and sculptor. Michael died at home in Chesterfield on Dec. 10, 2024, at the...
Gary Lavalley
Dec 9, 2024
Gary LaValley, longtime resident of Northampton, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2024. Gary was a man about town, kind, friendly, and had a great sense of humor. He was a deeply loyal friend and maintained relationships in the Northampton community for decades. Gary always had time to talk, whether he was downtown, in a local shop, or sitting on...
Barbara (Black) Edwards
Dec 8, 2024
NORTHAMPTON-Barbara (Black) Edwards, 85, formerly of Northampton passed away on December 8, 2024. Barbara was born in Northampton, the daughter of the late Raymond Brooks Black and Doris Catherine (Fischer) Black. She was raised in Northampton and attended local schools. She married the late William Edwards and they spent many years together raising their family. Barbara worked as a Radiology...
Warren D. Jones Sr.
Dec 6, 2024
Warren D. Jones Sr., affectionately known as "Chick" passed away peacefully on December 6, 2024 with his loving family by his side. Warren was born in Northampton, Massachusetts on January 18, 1933. He was a veteran of the Korean war which began in 1950. Once he returned stateside he married Irene T. Matrishon, they were married 61 years. Warren was...
Jane Beardsley Lemeland
Dec 5, 2024
Jane Beardsley Lemeland, age 86, of Concord, NH, passed away peacefully on December 5th surrounded by her daughters. She was born on January 2, 1938 in Los Angeles, CA. “Janie” was the cherished daughter of Charles E. Beardsley and Marian Gower Beardsley. Jane grew up in southern California, attending South Pasadena High and Stanford University for two years. She later...
Ruth A Barrett
Dec 2, 2024
Ruth A. Barrett, 98, of Easthampton passed away peacefully on Monday, December 2, 2024, at Linda Manor in Northampton. Ruth was born on April 2, 1926, to the late Charles and Sarah (Wood) Allen. She grew up in New Bedford, MA and attended local schools. She graduated from Saint Luke’s Hospital Cadet Corp Nursing Program and became a Registered Nurse....
Arthur E. Press
Nov 29, 2024
WEST CHESTERFIELD-Arthur E. “Art” Press, 83, passed away on Friday morning, November 29, 2024 at Cooley Dickinson Hospital after a brief illness. Art was born in Florence at the old Laying In Hospital. He was raised in Easthampton, attending local schools. Art worked for many years at the former Northampton State Hospital as a carpenter and locksmith. He had previously...
A. Geoffrey (Geoff) Kenseth
Nov 26, 2024
A. Geoffrey (Geoff) Kenseth, aged 78, of Cummington, Massachusetts, passed away unexpectedly on November 26, 2024, in his residence. Geoff grew up on the commons of South Amherst, MA, the son of Rev. Arnold Kenseth of South Congregational Church and Betty Amey Kenseth. He received his B.A. from UMass Amherst and his M.A. from University of Chicago. Geoff lived life...
Lorraine I. Herzig
Nov 26, 2024
FLORENCE – Lorraine I. Herzig, a most beautiful soul joined her beloved husband Wallace Herzig in Heaven early on a rainy morning, Tuesday, November 26, 2024. Lorraine passed away at 97 years of age in the comfort of her own bed, as she chose to live at home with the support of Cooley Dickinson VNA & Hospice. Lorraine Ida (Vacchelli...
Daniel Sharkey Esrick
Nov 25, 2024
Daniel Sharkey Esrick, beloved son, brother, friend, and uncle, died on Monday, November 25, 2024. He is survived by his mother and father, Ann and Steven Esrick, his sisters, Hannah Gray (Jody Gray) and Dipti Esrick, his niece and nephew, Olivia and Jackson Gray. He was 29 years old. Daniel was born at Cooley Dickinson Hospital in Northampton, MA on...
Michael G. O'Connell
Nov 23, 2024
Williamsburg- Michael G. O’Connell, 59, of Williamsburg, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Saturday, November 23, 2024. Michael was born in Springfield on October 4, 1965. He was the son of the late James and Kathleen (Wright) O’Connell. Michael was raised in Northampton and attended local schools, graduating from Northampton High School in 1983. He went on to attend...
Major General Chester E. Gorski
Nov 17, 2024
CUMMINGTON – Major General Chester E. Gorski, Massachusetts Army National Guard (Retired), 93, of Shaw Road, passed away peacefully at his beloved home on Sunday evening, surrounded by family. Chester, known to many as “Chet”, was born in Chicopee and graduated from local schools. He also pursued higher education, obtaining a Bachelor’s degree from Anna Maria College. A dedicated athlete,...
