Robert McIntire, Pastor will officiate. Rod worked at the Northport VA Hospital for 35 years, retiring in 1980. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Doug Letourneau and his wife Jen, Tim Letourneau and his wife Chrissy, Matt Llewelyn and his wife Olivia, Brian Llewelyn and his wife Bree, and his great grandchildren, Evie, Haylee and Chole Letourneau, Brooks, Nyla, Mia, and Malcolm Llewelyn and his brother, Edward Freyenhagen and his wife Betty and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. She also worked in the family security business. Later on in life she became a Licensed Real Estate Broker, first working for Pam Veith Realty in Northfield and later working for Maniatty Real Estate in Greenfield, MA. The Family Information Guide is a no-cost service provided by Goodwin Funeral Home for families and individuals who wish to record their personal information during the funeral preplanning process.. Donations in her memory can be made to Franklin County T.R.I.A.D. October 11, 1942 ~ April 22, 2022 She dedicated her time and love to her family by supporting them in all of their endeavors. and Steve Serverance of Northfield, Ma. Donations in her memory may be made to the American Heart Association, Katies family would like to extend our deepest appreciation and thanks to the following: Denise at Elm Terrace for always looking out for Mom, and for bending over backwards making sure that she ate a good lunch; to the staff at LifePath; to O'Connell Care at Home (homecare services); all of Moms OConnell girls, and especially Amy, Allie, and Rose; to all of the staff at Charlene Manor for your excellent care, concern, kindness, and love, not just for our mom, but for all of the residents on Unit 3; and to Kidder Funeral Home for their services, and kindness. A lifelong pastime was playing cards, and over the last few years she would play weekly with her friends Betty and Bette. Also, given Beryls desire to help others, an act of kindness to others would be a way of remembering her. Victoria Bentley and her husband Charles of San Antonio, TX. Just as important were four legged family members, who sometimes took precedence over the two legged members of her family. He shared his love of farming and animals with all those around him. Fort Yates, ND Loretta J. Kidder, 54, of Fort Yates, ND, passed away August 12, 2022 at a Bismarck hospital. Bernardston, Ma. in 1974. 15 Great Grandchildren , several nieces and nephews. On Bob's gravestone is the image of his last partner in life, his dog Moxie, whose ashes will be buried with Bob, along with a blade of sweetgrass. She was an active Grange member where she met her husband-to-be, Toly Sund, and wonderful group of couples who fondly referred to one another as "The Gang". Flowers may be sent to Kidder Funeral Home and contributions may be given to the charity of the donors choice or to St. Patricks Church. He is survived by his wife of 54 years Barbara, and his sons, John Miller Jr. of Chesterfield, NH. He joined the US Army in the fall of 1958, serving 31/2 years which included a 13 month deployment in Korea. In her down time she ran Four Kyds Farm in her backyard which included goats, chickens and rabbits. Northfield, Mass. He was never happier than combining his love of good food and good company, gathering those he loved around the table to enjoy his considerable culinary skills. Bernardston, Ma. Michael J. Holloway, 63 of Sunderland, MA passed away Tuesday (10-11-2022) at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, MA. From 1955 to 1966 Leland drove truck for the Farm Bureau in Deerfield, Massachusetts. She was a graduate of the Pioneer Valley Regional School class of 1966. He would want everyone to make the most of every day with grace, love and live with no regrets. Claire graduated from Charlemont High School in 1945 where she was a Majorette, played basketball and had a high scoring game of 20 points. December 1, 2021 and grandchildren: Jaidon Leonard, and Edwin Russell. on December 21, 1962 the son of Ralph and Christine (Andrew) Burdick. While at The Beacon, Judy was a very active resident who made many friends and enjoyed socializing and participating in all activities. Burial will be private in the family lot at St. George Cemetery, Southbridge, MA at a later time to be determined by the family. She and her former husband, Robert Wright, both had pilots licenses and enjoyed flying their small plane. From in her teen years Jean was actively involved in Christian ministry, eventually being part of the founding of her lifelong home church in Northfield, MA. In later years it became card games and he especially enjoyed beating his family at cribbage. Alice Deane Marshall Kidder Funeral Home, 1 Parker Ave., Northfield, Mass is in charge of Donations in her memory may be made to any of the following: Carol is survived by her parents Barbara and Earl Eastman of Florida, husband of eighteen years, Kenneth Kahler of Warwick, and her 4 children: Matthew Pietrzak and his wife Kaylla of Vernon, Mary Pietrzak and her fianc Ian Hunt of Winchendon, Charlotte and Laura Kahler of Warwick, and her grandchildren, Bentley and Rhett Pietrzak, and Scarlett Hunt. Kidder Funeral Home, 1 Parker Ave. Northfield, Ma. The Rev. Dave enthusiastically loved life. At 17 he enrolled in the navy and was stationed overseas where he worked on Navy ships and trained to be an aerial gunner. She was a Sunday School teacher for many years and a leader of the Womens Missions Society of the church. Nathan was an artist, expressing himself through poetry and writing, creative pottery, and fanciful mobiles from driftwood and other flotsam collected on the beach. She lived at Countryside until 2012 when she required rehabilitation at Buckley Healthcare. Patricia Barbara (Spear) Shutta Lois M. Black Donations in his memory may be made to the Northfield Fireman's Fund, 93 Main St. Northfield, Ma. arrangements. Roger Pierre Doiron Sr. (age 86) beloved husband, dad, and granddad residing at 18B Huntington Circle, Greenfield passed peacefully while asleep on August 9, 2021. Shortly after moving into the Bernardston Country Estate, Debbie became the Bernardston Country Estate treasurer for several years and most recently a director. the many gatherings, and watching the Boston Red Sox. While raising her family, Janie was employed with a few part-time jobs that included Parenteaus Garden, a substitute cafeteria worker, and bus monitor for swim lessons. arrangements. While visiting Tim in Louisiana she took a paddlewheel riverboat cruise on the Mississippi River in New Orleans. Vernon, Vt. Albert "Skip" Fred Clough, 91 of Vernon, Vt. died Saturday (8-27-2022) at the Thompson House in Brattleboro, Vt. November 22, 1938 ~ March 26, 2021 His life long passion was working with his chain saw, cutting trees and splitting the wood to provide heat for his home. 01301. Siblings David, Cecile, and Madalyn, and their families will also help to keep his memory alive. He is survived by his wife Donna, and a son: Christopher Tacy and his wife Jennie of Marlboro, N.H. a daughter: Kelley Tacy of Vermont, and his sister Gloria Hooper and her husband James who reside in Florida. She graduated from Pioneer Valley High School and went on to attend both GCC and UMass Amherst, obtaining a BA in Science. In addition, he is survived by his brother Albert Allen and his wife Arletta; his sister Dorothy Arsenault and his sister Elizabeth Demski and her husband Steve as well as many nieces and nephews. Click here to send a condolence message. Funeral services with burial in Pine Grove Cemetery, Hinsdale, NH will be private and at the convenience of the family. Mary was bon in Plattsburgh, N.Y. on June 4, 1941 the daughterof Henry and Emma (La Valley) Gero. There will be calling hours on Friday (1-22-2021) from 4-6 P.M. at the Kidder Funeral Home, 1 Parker Ave. Northfield, Ma. Buddy Roger Dorman, 68 of Montague and formely of Perris, CA. Donations in her memory may be made to the Trinitarian Congregational Church, 147 Main St. Northfifeld, Ma. He entered the US Army in 1960 serving in Germany for two years. Betty A. Gibson 79, of Northfield died Friday (10-1-2021) at home. Of course, she loved to teach them how to bake and was particularly thrilled that her grandson Michael Shedd developed a talent for the art. A uniformed man got out of the vehicle, came to the door and told the family that her brother, a tail gunner on a B-17 fighter plane, had been shot down and killed over Germany during WW II. Louisa Trumbull Field (Lula) is in charge of arrangements. Kidder Funeral Home, 1 Parker Ave., Northfield, Mass is in charge of He enjoyed target shooting with his grandsons. Kidder Funeral Home, 1 Parker Ave., Northfield, Mass is in charge of Where he was acknowledged as the most athletic in his unit. He was born in New Haven, Ct. on September 24, 1945 the son of Joseph and Ann (Szestowiki) Kubilus. Lois M. (Washer) Bissell, 95 of Greenfield, died Tuesday evening (6-25-2019) at her home surrounded by her loving family. Maralee Deane Harry Judi attended Pioneer Valley Regional School and was a graduate of Brattleboro (Vt) Union High School. Vernon, Vt. Mary Lou L. Bentley, 94 of Vernon, Vt. died Wednesday evening (10-20-2021) at her home. And her sister Martha Momaney and her husband William, of California. He worked many years for C&S Wholesalers. He later became dedicated to the restoration of the Powers Institute. and son Craig Bolton and his wife Toni of Bedford, TX. He worked until retirement at the New England Power Hydro Electric in Vernon, Vt. He went to Honduras to help build a school and minister to the local community. January 22, 1930 ~ August 5, 2022 She bought a piece of land in St. Petersburg and built a new house on it. Leon worked as a Lathe Operator for Greenfield Tap & Die Corp. in 1942. After graduation he worked with his dad at the paper mills in town before enlisting in the Marine Corps in January 1957. He was educated in local schools. He was Predeceased by his son Michael J Stennes. Winchester, New Hampshire. Northfield, Ma. He also created and produced two solo CDs, That There May Be Love and Eyes of Wonder, by Gordon E. Ellis. Box 7023, Merrifield, VA 22116-7023. She liked doing sudoku puzzles and loved spending time with family and friends. Northfield, Ma. OBITUARY Corlin Roy Kidder January 1, 1939 - May 9, 2021. She loved a great cup of tea, sweets, and Finnish bread! The middle child of Ernest and Irene (Fairman) Johnson she was born at home in Vernon, VT on May 29, 1928. She loved to travel with her companion Merton Fisher and enjoyed life whether on a cross country trek, a cruise, visiting friends or relatives, or watching her many grandchildren-at-heart at their sporting events, attending birthday celebrations and taking them to amusement parks and beaches throughout New England. Box 849168 A celebration of Phils life will be held at a later time, to be determined, at the First Congregational Church of West Brattleboro. He 01053, or The American Diabetes Association, 2451 Crystal Drive #900, Arlingtion, Va. 22202. In 1960 George married the former Judie Rice of Northfield, they had two daughters. Susan attended Greenfield schools and then entered the U.S. Air Force where she met her future husband Louis Dion. His maternal grandmother, Anna Frankow (Baba) who lived with the family, was also a big part of his life growing up. Deborah Ann Black of Bernardston, Massachusetts died peacefully at home after a short illness on Friday, January 14, 2022. He worked for many years in Construction in the area. He served in the US Navy as a Lieutenant, j.g. Visiting Hours-to be held at Kidder Funeral Home in Northfield on Wednesday, February 19, from 6:00 to 8:00pm. December 20, 1981 ~ June 18, 2021 She attended schools in Northfield and was a 1949 graduate of Northfield High School. March 1, 1928 ~ January 16, 2021 The family would like to extend deep appreciation to the Winchester EMS, and Northfield EMS for all their efforts. Jane Billings He donated over the years family artifacts to the Vernon Historical Society. Heather A. She helped countless, newly sober newcomers feel welcome, accepted, and safe at A.A. meetings. Northfield, Mass. He and his wife often went out on Saturday nights and would dance the night away. Click here to send a condolence message. Winchester, N.H. Lawrence F. Giard, 92 of Winchester, N.H. died Wednesday (4-20-2022) at Cheshire Medical Center, Keene, N.H. surrounded by his family. She was also survived by Bonnie Page of Orange MA, Karin Cartier of Largo FL, and Leslie Lucier of Shelby TN, all who thought of her as a mom. Calling hours will be Saturday (1-7-2023) from 10:30 A.M. until the time of the service at the funeral home. Burial will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery, Northfield. She was born in Greenfield, Mass. and Jenny White and her husband Rick of Nashua, NH. He is survived by his children: Barbara Louise Sund and her husband Verne, of Northfield, Ma. After leaving the military he went to work for MacMillin Builders in Keene, NH where he took a 3 year masonry apprenticeship. He was born in Bradford, NH on May 8, 1936 the son of Lloyd and Hilda (Forsberg) Minckler. P.O. The accomplishments of the work parties helped to obtain state resources which allowed for the development of the Bernardston Museum on the upper floor, as well as the Senior Center on the main floor of the Institute. and a foster daughter Pinki Mitchell of North Carolina, and Step children, Lee Ann Smith Ward and her husband Scott of Missouri, and Sarah Markette Jamison Simmons and her husband Gary of Georgia. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Bernardston Fire Department, 18 Church St., Bernardston MA, 01337, or to the United Church of Bernardston, PO Box 503, Bernardston, MA 01337. November 13, 1921 ~ December 10, 2019 He is also survived by four grandchildren and many relatives and friends. He is the brother of four siblings, Tommy and his wife Ruth Francis who predeceased him, Ruth and her husband John Stanciu all of Ohio. on January 3,1940 the son of Harold and Laura (Martineau) Thayer. Bonnie will be fondly remembered by her husband of 59 years, Chris; sons Todd and Brendan; grandchildren Emily, Miles, and Tyler; and daughter-in-laws Minnie and Stephanie. He served in the Vermont National Guard from 1953-1956. Donations in Janes memory may be made to the Trinitarian Congregational Church, 147 Main St. Northfield, Mass. Click here to send a condolence message. Bob married Shirley Ann Lyon after a chance meeting at the popular "Bamboo Club" in DelandFla. September 15,1958. Katie lost her loving mother to cancer when she was just a 14 year old girl, so early into her marriage, while living under her in-laws roof, she formed a special bond with them. In 2017 she was able to return home with her daughter. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Jim and Kathleen Steiner were married on April 27, 1968 in St. Mary's Church in Turners Falls, Ma. Donna L. Orcutt October 26, 1958 ~ December 4, 2022 Walter C. Jaworski Ernest was a graduate of Powers Institute in Bernardston, Ma. In the memo line please put: In honor of Gordon E Ellis. She was a devoted wife and mother. September 16, 1944 ~ May 15, 2019 Lester H. Whitaker She also leaves her daughter in-law Jacqueline Maloney of Virginia. He was known for his sense of humor, wise comments and having a good time. He coordinated and led work parties on Saturdays to make as much progress on the restoration as possible with volunteer labor. Brattleboro, Vermont. Her family will miss her doting nature, smile, and one and only Bonnie-isms - funny phrases and mannerisms. Norman Sr. and his wife Paula of Northfield, Ma. The furniture never stayed in the same spot twice. She was a graduate of Northfield High School, and in 1949 earned an associate of science degree from the Stockbridge School of Agriculture, UMass Amherst and then worked as a florist in Keene, NH. Funeral Home and are private. Mary Lou became a licensed minister and served in all of their churches as well as the Vernon Advent Christian Home facility. Floyd W. Powers Graveside services will be Thursday ( 4/15/21) at the Erving Center Cemetery, Mountain Rd, Erving ,Mass. He was also a small aircraft pilot/instructor at Pioneer Aviation in Turners Falls, Ma. From 1960 to 1962, he drove large trucks in Grafenwhr, Germany, then returned to the U.S. and served for four more years in the Army Reserve. on July 9, 1928 the son Edward and Allene (Newton) Snow. He was then offered a job with O'Connell and Sons of Holyoke, Ma. and Amy Podolski and her husband Michael of Greenfield, Ma. Ronald E. Tacy Her time at GCC and the many friends she made while there were very special to her. He had such a sweet tooth! She attended Northfield Schools and was a graduate of Pioneer Valley Regional School. Martha Elizabeth Payne Greene passed away at home on May 18, 2020. As they aged, they were forced to separate. Their home was built on land that was once part of the Shaw family farm. He was predeceased by his father Eugene C. Hastings. He leaves a nephew, Derrell Stratford and wife Evalee of Bernardston, MA. John Harold Thayer He was predeceased by his parents, sisters, Frances Benoit, Georgianna Dingman, and borther Theodore Miller Sr. and his beloved dog Benji. Dog training in all forms - behavioral issues, companion, police K-9, and working sport dog training fascinated and inspired him. He was then offered a job with O'Connell and Sons of Holyoke, Ma. Thomas Lisowski, Pastor of St. Patrick's Church will officiate. She will be greatly missed by all. Robert S. Phelps Sr. September 23, 1936 ~ March 6, 2022 Updates will be posted on Gordons Facebook page and the service can be searched on google that morning. He was pre-deceased by his paternal Grandmother Janice Newell Johnson of Deerfield, Ma. She attended Northfield Elementary School and was a member of the Pioneer Valley Regional School Class of 1963, the first graduating class to attend all six years at the then new school. John was a man of honot and integrity. Bub was born in Bernardston, Ma. In 1953, he enlisted in the US Army and served as Corporal during the Korean War. He was a 55 year member of the Harmony Lodge of Masons, serving as master in 1970. and Tammy Campbell and her husband Aaron of Greenfield, Ma. Randy, Henry, Kyla and Dominic Crochier held a special place in her heart. and Hannah Johnson of Westfield, MA. Hed often come out with some wisecrack and then smile with a twinkle in his eye. great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Wayne was a member of the Elks Club in Athol, MA and a Cub Scout Troop Leader for a year in Northfield. Leland E. Stevens, 90 of North Cross Rd. He loved heavy metal music reading, hunting with his Dad, and was a wiz at Math. She was a very accomplished artist. Please contact Georgia Greene, 125 West Hoover Avenue #8C, Ann Arbor, MI 48103 for further information. He was predeceased by his three older brothers, Frank, Edward, and Richard, as well as by both his wives. We love you, Mom. Due to covid private funeral services for Robert McCollum are being arranged by Kidder Funeral Home, 1 Parker Ave.Northfield, Ma. arrangements. He was predeceased by a sister Ruth Morton. ; cousin Sally Underwood-Miller and husband Gary Miller of Stockbridge, MA; nieces Kate Wilson and husband Andrew Wertz of Seymour, CT, Anne Wilson of Amherst, MA, Leila Giovannoni and husband Wesley Snyder of Corvallis, OR, nephew Michael Giovannoni of Portland, OR; and grand-nephews and cousins. She married Herbert Bissell on March 22, 1945. Air Force after graduation. He worked various fields, including building maintenance, pest control and parts driver for NAPA. Click here to send a condolence message. Bill had a high level of energy, curiosity, and optimism. Hermon School in 2005. Bernardston, Ma. the son of Dawn Hiliard of Northfield, Ma. She was born in Greenfield on November 27, 1938 the daughter of Harold and Dorothy (Putnam) Bigelow. Fay enjoyed sewing, crafts, knitting, crocheting, gardening, and reading. He attended Hinsdale Schools, where he met his future wife. Ruth was educated in Northfield schools. On July 7, 1986 she married Eldred Marston. Donations in his memory may be made to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in her honor to the Dakin Humane Society, P.O. Donations in her memory may be made to either Pioneer Valley Hospice & Palliative Care, 329 Conway St. Suite 2, Greenfield, Ma. The family wish to express their deepest gratitude to the staff at Vernon Hall, who cared for Phil so lovingly. She continued her education at Berkshire Community College earning as AD in Nursing in 1969, and then on to St. Jospeh's College receiving a BS in health care administration in 1989. Click here to send a condolence message. Judy's final words, 'I may not of had much, but I had family and friends that I cherished and I would not change that for the world'. He was the eldest of four children, Leon, Junior, Robert and Etta. On Friday, August 9th, a graveside service will be held at 10:00 AM at the West Northfield Cemetery. Funeral services will be private and at the convenience of the family. She loved to keep in touch with distant relatives and friends through her unique Christmas cards. Every one of Mikes life stories and experiences was unique. Funeral services with interment in St. Mary's Cemetery, Northfield will be private and at the convenience of the family He loved country music. Memorial gifts may be made to the Wakefield Baptist Church Building Fund, Box 1726 Wakefield, MA. 01376, or Poet Seat Healthcare Activity Fund, 359 High St. Greenfield, Ma. arrangements. He was born on Oct. 8, 1927 in Montpelier, Vt. the son of Harold and Ruby (Sweetser) Powers. He adored many of his customers and missed them dearly when he retired and closed up shop. On July 29, 1965 she married Alexander "Sandy" Urgiel Jr. in Turners Falls, Ma. He was proud that post graduation he went directly into the Air Force, requiring a waiver to enter underage. He is survived by his parents Edward and Betty of Winchester, NH, and his siblings: Edward Freyenhagen Jr. and his wife Micci of Meridith, NH, Elaine Connary and her husband Ervin of Dummer, NH, Jeffrey Freyenhagen and wife Marlene of Hinsdale, NH, Lisa Robblee and her husband Deck of Portsmouth, NH, and Lori Guyette and her husband Jack of Swanzey, NH. His step son Wade, daughter in law Alyssa and grandson Rowan Hastings of Bernardston, MA. ~ Northfield Fireman's Fund 93 Main St. , Northfield, MA 01360. Alice was an outstanding individual, ( A member of "America's Greatest Generation") She followed her first husband Lawrence D. Whitney of Northfield, Ma. He grew up in Norwalk, Petaluma, and Escondido, CA, graduating from Escondido High School. He was born in Haverhill, MA on February 9, 1937 to Alfred J. and M. Louise (David) Ratt. from where he retired in 2006. Alice Joyce (Davenport) Severance They loved to listen to the radio and she would fondly regale her children and grandchildren with stories about listening to FDRs fireside chats, Joe Louiss boxing matches and popular shows like Abbot & Costello and The Lone Ranger. She was very proud of her six grandchildren, fascinated by her three great grandchildren, and was so happy to meet the first great great grandchild. and Christopher Johnson of Gardner, Ma. William H. Massey, 68, of Greenfield, Ma. He was predeceased by his two sisters, Louis Shatney and Wally Boyd and his brother Leland Black. Bill then began an even more active role in civic affairs. Richard Henry Bassett, 96 of Northfield passed away peacefully at home on July 31, 2019. Donations in his memory may be made to St. Judes Children Research Hospital, Memorials Processing, 501 St. Jude's Place, Memphis, TN 38105-9959. He was with MacMillin's for 10 years. 8A Heath, Ma. She was the daughter of John and Virginia (Putnam) Dwyer. March 28, 1923 ~ July 31, 2019 She was born in Northfield, Ma. PO BOX 212 and Rachel Stratford and her husband Luis Davila of Granby, Ct. Early in life Maralee worked at Merilatt Cabinets in Whatley where she met her husband Mark. and six grandchildren, and six great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. There are no calling hours. Locals fondly recall his willingness to volunteer and help whomever needed assistance, whether it was a local church event or a neighbor who needed a ride to a doctors appointment. She attended local schools and graduated from Mahar Regional High School. on January 3,1940 the son of Harold and Laura (Martineau) Thayer. She is survived by her companion, Kenneth Taylor of Winchester, N.H. and her children, Joshua of Swanzey, N.H. , Christian Ackerman of Florida, Jordan Jutras and his fiance' Shelby of Hinsdale, N.H. and Alexandra Jutras of Winchester, N.H. She is also survived by her siblings, Daniel Allen of Greenfield, Ma. Many nieces and nephews. and then served in the US Marine Corps during World War II. William Mac James McComb For comfort he wanted a Bose radio so he could listen to his favorite station WMAC public radion in Albany. . Calling hours will be held on Thursday, August 8th from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the Kidder Funeral Home, 1 Parker Avenue, Northfield, MA. She was born in Topeka, KS, on August 4, 1927 the daughter of William and Edith (Johnson) Lewis. Bruce Burks, Pastor of the Advent Christian Church will officiate. Services will be held at Hillside at a later date. There are no calling hours. He leaves those who knew him with many happy memories and he will be greatly missed. They moved to Northfield in the late 60s to raise their family purchasing a house in an enchanting neighborhood filled with pond skating, snow sledding and sugaring trees. The Rev. Click here to send a condolence message. She was raised in Brattleboro. David Neil, pastor will officiate. John worked in several area paper mills in the area as a maintenence mechanic. Debbie is survived by her companion Merton Fisher and his family of Bernardston and Gill, Massachusetts, her niece Jessica Delaney and family, ofFulton,Mississippi, many cousins, and the family of former companion Gordon Roberts of North Kingstown, Rhode Island, who predeceased her in 2001. She was fiercely loyal, loved unconditionally her family and friends who were blessed with every moment they had with her. A funeral service will be Saturday, July 6, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. at the Kidder Funeral Home, 1 Parker Ave. Northfield, Ma. Even in his last years, struggling against Lewy body dementia, Bob kept his dry sense of humor. She was the daughter of the late George R. Hillock and Daisy V. Hillock (Black). - Margaret Mead. Arrangements are through the Kidder Funeral Home of Northfield, MA. In her younger years Judy enjoyed painting and playing tennis, and she had impeccable handwriting that in itself was a work of art. She was born in Milford, CT January 24, 1967 the daughter of David and Judith (Warmke) Powers. During the winter he especially enjoyed snowmobiling with family and friends in the Lake George area and Canada. She is survived by her daugther, Shelia Macie and her husband Kelvin of Harrisville, NH, and stepson, Michael Kendall of Northfield, MA and grandchildren, Ken Macie and his wife Kiley of Attleboro, MA and Kyle Macie and his wife Amanda of Keene, NH and step grandsons, Kordaryl Kendall of Northfield, MA and Kyle Kendall of Worcester, MA. Burial will be at the convenience of the family in Farms Cemetery, Northfield, Ma. Thirteen Great Grandchildren and one Great great grandchild. December 16, 1960 ~ June 19, 2022 Warwick, Mass. He moved back to Bernardston, Ma. he also enjoyed vacations at the beach in the summer and Florida vacations in the winter. Robert Calvin Messer, 96, passed away Tuesday, May 11, 2021 at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, with his loving family at his side. He graduated From Greenfield Trade School in 1948. Nikita also leaves behind a Grandmother who helped raise her Marita Kozma of Gill, and a Step Father David Kozma of Gill. Click here to send a condolence message. six neices and nephews, and his partner Clayton Bezio of Greenfield, Ma. He was predeceased by his son-in-law Robert McCarthy. 01360. In his memory please pass on a kindness or smile to someone who least expects it. Greenfield, Mass. Click here to send a condolence message. Desiree Orcutt of Greenfield Ma. Her parents Alden and Lucy Edson predeceased her. In lieu of flowers donations in his memory may be made to the Vernon Fire Department, 2842 Ft. Bridgman Rd, Vernon, Vt 05354, or Windham County Humane Society, 916 W. River Rd, Brattleboro, Vt 05301. He was warm, welcoming, fair, funny, and so much fun to be around. 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