All Obituaries

Cynthia Smith, 68, beloved mother, wife, sister, and teacher, passed away on April 15th, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and devotion that touched the lives of all who knew her. Family meant everything to Cynthia, and she poured her heart into creating cherished memories with her loved ones. Her joyous sense of humor brought laughter to every gathering, making even the simplest moments feel special. Cynthia's deep connection to her faith and her community at Washington Valley...

Grace Bizzarri, 98, of Wells, Maine, formerly of Leominster, died Thursday, April 11, 2024, at Avita of Wells. Grace was born September 16, 1925, in Leominster, daughter of the late Michele and the late Clementina (Loudon) Sabatelli. She lovingly embraced the roles of daughter, wife, mother and grandmother and will always be remembered with love. She leaves her daughter, Jane Schaffer and husband, James; two grandchildren, James J. Schaffer and Alexa Lemieux and husband, Daniel; one great...

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Dwayne Philip Beauvais, who died unexpectedly on April 9, 2024 at his residence in Westminster MA. He was 67 years old. The family is deeply saddened and shocked by his sudden death. Dwayne was born on June 26, 1957 in Fitchburg Mass to Doris (Berube) and the late Philip Beauvais. He grew up in Leominster, MA and attended Leominster High School. He was employed at Unitil in Fitchburg Mass for 40 years before his retirement, where he...

Harry Stead Jr, of Leominster, formerly of North Conway, NH and Marblehead, MA passed away peacefully on April 7, 2024. Harry was born in Smithfield, Rhode Island on February 7, 1931 the second son of the late Harry and Mabel Stead. He graduated from Mount Pleasant High School in Providence, Rhode Island and continued his education at the University of Rhode Island in their ROTC program receiving a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering. Following college, Harry worked for General...

Lady Lake, FL/Leominster- Donald A. Kipp, 80, who lived in the Villages of Lady Lake, FL for over 20 years, died February 7, 2024. Donald graduated from Leominster High School in 1961, where he was quite the athlete playing football, basketball and baseball. After graduation, Donald served 4 years in the U.S. Navy. Donald loved taking his sons and nephew, Tony, fishing on Lake Shirley. He also enjoyed hunting trips with his family to Vermont and New Hampshire. During his time living at the...

Joyce Rowland, 80 of Leominster, passed away peacefully at her son’s home surrounded by loving family. Born on August 2, 1943, in Leominster, she graduated from Leominster High School in 1961. She was the beloved daughter of William and Dorothy Wheeler of Leominster. She was a loving wife to Jack Rowland, (d 2011), sons Dr. Timothy Gallagher and his wife Colleen and their children Ansley and Kiley of Lexington, MA, Christopher Gallagher and his wife Stephanie and their children Rory...

Jay Moody, 82, of Lancaster MA, died after an accidental fall which resulted in an extended hospital stay on January 19, 2024. He was born in Newton, MA on November 14, 1941 to Chester and Loretta (Pouliot) Moody. He grew up in Acton, MA. Jay leaves behind his beloved wife, Joyce Moody of Lancaster, MA. They were married on September 1, 1962, in Acton, MA. Later moved to Lancaster, MA in 1974 and have resided in the same residence for 50 years. Jay leaves behind his son Lee Moody and...

George Arthur Mortenson of Leominster, MA, passed away on April 1, 2024, at the age of 91. George was born on November 26, 1932, in Great Barrington, MA to Arthur and Bertha Mortenson. He was raised in Amesville in the town of Salisbury, CT. He grew up the eldest of five children. George graduated from Indian Mountain School and Hotchkiss. He left RPI to join the Marines, later transferring to the Navy to become a pilot and flight instructor. Following his military service, George became a...

Lucie M. (Leger) Henry, a beacon of kindness and gentleness, passed away peacefully on Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024, at her home in Leominster, MA. She passed after a courageous fight of cancer. Born to Eddie and Leonie Leger, on November 7, 1947, in Moncton, New Brunswick, and raised in St Paul, New Brunswick. Lucie's life was a testament to the power of love, compassion, and the enduring strength of family bonds. Lucie's journey led her from the scenic landscapes of Canada to the...

The family of Thomas “Tom” DeFelice of Leominster is saddened to announce his passing on Friday, March 29, 2024 at the age of 75 years after a long illness. Tom was born April 16, 1948 in Leominster, MA to the late Victor T. DeFelice and Angela (Serafini) Defelice. He is survived by his sister, Marcia (DeFelice) Rowjewski of Windsor, CTand his brother Victor J. DeFelice of Leominster, MA., nieces and nephew: Lisa (Rojewski) Octtorovich, Kim Rojewski, Mark DeFelice, Diane...