Edward “Ed” M. Slepski, cherished husband and father, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2024 after a short illness. He was 82 years old. Born in Chicago, IL, Ed graduated from the College of St Thomas (MN) in 1963, where he met the love of his life, Lorraine. Ed and Lorraine Slepski shared 60 years of love, laughter, cherished memories, and a deep appreciation for life's simple pleasures. In addition to his role as a loving husband, Ed was a devoted father, grandfather, and...

Marianne R. Stokowski. 84, passed away on April 15, 2024 at Pioneer Valley Health and Rehabilitation in South Hadley. Marianne was born in Springfield, MA, daughter of the late Joseph DePalo, Sr., and Elisa (Maddaloni) DePalo. She attended local schools and graduated from Agawam High School. Marianne worked as a legal secretary for various law firms for many years. She was a lifetime communicant of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in Springfield where she took great pride in singing in the...

MARBLEHEAD Virginia Carol (Tanis) Robbins, 88, daughter of William and Louise Tanis passed away peacefully April 13, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. Virgina grew up in the Chicago area before moving to Coral Gables, Florida where she Graduated from Coral Gables High School and attended The University of Miami, studying Sociology. She was a member of the Kappa, Kappa, Gamma Sorority. Ginny, as she is affectionately known as, relocated to East Longmeadow after she was married to Dr....

James (Jim) F. Starr, 65, passed away unexpectedly on April 11, 2024, at Baystate Medical Center surrounded by his loving Wife and family. Jim was born in Dover, Delaware and was one of six children. Jim was predeceased by his parents, Richard J. Starr and Loretta (Minihan) Starr as well as a brother, Patrick J. Starr and sister, Katheen Starr Kord. Jim is survived by his Wife, Christina (Tina) and two sons, James (JC) and Christopher of Florida. Additionally, he leaves his step-children...

Renee A. Duffelmeyer 79, of West Harrison, NY died on April 11, 2024 at Mercy Medical Center in Springfield MA. She was born on October 9, 1944 to the late Alexander and Eleanor (nee Garland) Riddett in Yonkers, NY. Renee cared deeply for her family and was known for her keen wit and resilience.  Her honesty and sweetness will be missed by all.  Renee worked for IBM and retired from Contractors Register in Jefferson Valley, NY after over 25 years as Human Resources Mgr. She was a...

It is with profound sadness that the family of James (Jim) Edward Crosby announce his passing on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at the age of 90. Jim was predeceased by his loving wife of 63 years Nancy Ellen Crosby, just 17 days earlier- a true testament to their love story. James was born in 1933 in Wakefield, Massachusetts to James Edward and Margaret Crosby and was raised in Wakefield, MA with his sister Jean Crosby Awiszus. Jim leaves behind a heartbroken family; his children Mary Elizabeth...

Mary Conboy Rossiter passed away peacefully on Monday April 8, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. Born in Springfield, MA, she was educated in local schools and graduated from Cathedral High School. She was also a graduate of Trinity College in Washington, DC, and Springfield College where she received her Master of Education degree. Mary was a resident of Longmeadow for 44 years, where she was a member of St. Mary’s Church. Having moved to East Longmeadow in 2001, she was also a...

Springfield- John Hanuszczyk, 62, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 6, 2024. He was a son of the late John and Vera Hanuszczyk. John enjoyed watching wrestling, watching old movies, and going to the beach with his family. He was part of the group home system since his late teens until he passed. He is survived by a sister, Irene Varao of Navada, brothers, Andre Roman, Marcus Hanuszczyk, and Taras Hanuszczyk. He is also survived by a nephew Jeremy Varao and many friends at Pathlight....

Alfonso “Fonzie” Ferrentino, 44, of Brimfield, MA and previously of Hampden, left this life for the next on Thursday, April 4, 2024. Fonzie was born to Francesco and Rosa (Izzo) Ferrentino of Hampden on November 12th, 1979. He attended school in Springfield and Hampden, graduating from Minnechaug Regional High School in 1997. He attended Springfield Technical Community College, graduating in 2005 with a degree in criminal justice. Fonz was an accomplished basketball player...

Michael Joseph Monaghan, Jr., 55, of the Feeding Hills section of Agawam, passed away at home on Thursday, April 4, 2024, after a five-year valiant battle with cancer. A beloved son of the late Bridie and Michael Monaghan, Sr., Michael was born on April 9, 1968, in Chicago, Illinois and was raised in Chicopee. A graduate of Chicopee High School and Southern Vermont College, Michael went on to become a Licensed Master Electrician, working many years for Consolidated Electrical Services and...