Rachel (Coderre) Haggerty
February 24, 2010
Rachel (Coderre) Haggerty
1927 – 2010
North Grosvenordale – Rachel Haggerty, 82, of First Street, died Wednesday, February 24, 2010 in Worcester. She was the wife of the late John Haggerty who died in 1987. Born in North Grosvenordale, she was the daughter of the late Francis and Yvonne (Martin) Coderre.
Rachel was elected as Town Clerk of Thompson in 1978, and maintained that position until 2004 when she retired. She was the president of The Connecticut Town Clerk’s Association from 1997 until 1999. After her retirement, she continued to be active in Thompson town politics. She enjoyed traveling with her friends and spending time with her family. Rachel was dearly loved and will be sorely missed.
Rachel is survived by her son, Kevin Haggerty and his wife Teddie of North Grafton, MA; her daughter, Kathleen Haggerty and her companion Thomas Dorenkamp of Worcester; her brother, Francis Coderre of Bloomfield, CT; her beloved granddaughter, Rebecca Haggerty; and many nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her sister, the late Marcella Choiniere.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Rachel’s family from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Friday, February 26, 2010 in the Valade Funeral Home, 23 Main St., N. Grosvenordale CT. At the family’s request, burial will be private. Memorial donations may be made to The Thompson Ecumenical Empowerment Group – TEEG, P.O. Box 664, North Grosvenordale, CT 06255.
Marjorie L. Bradfield
February 23, 2010
Marjorie L. Bradfield
“Proud Great Grandma”
1918-2010
Putnam – Marjorie L. “Gigi” Bradfield, 91, passed away quickly, quietly and peacefully at Day Kimball Hospital on February 19, 2010. She was the loving wife of the late Clarence A. (Peany) Bradfield. Marjorie and Peany had been married for 50 years. Born in Altoona, PA, she was the daughter of the late H. Gilbert and Ada M. (Hershey) Jackson.
Marjorie had been a homemaker most of her life. She enjoyed watching sports on television or at Murphy Park. She was an avid fan of her great-grandson, Jacob. Her favorite sport to watch was tennis, followed by bowling. She was an avid Andre Agassi fan. Thanks to her granddaughter, she met Andre in person once. Photos of Andre were prized possessions and were often shown before the photos of her great grandchildren. She also enjoyed playing games with the family and the weekly Bingo games with her neighbors.
Marjorie was a member of the Congregational Church of Eastford where she attended for several years accompanied by her daughter.
Marjorie leaves behind her daughter, Jean Ann Moore of Putnam; two grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Kathy, Alan, and Jacob Guertin of Putnam. Robert, Kim, Madison, Robbie, and Maya Moore of Kenosha, WI.
The service for Marjorie will be private. Friends and family may join Marjorie’s family in a celebration of her ninety-one years from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. on February 28, 2010 in the Heritage Pines Clubhouse at 81 Perry Street, Putnam.
In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to Day Kimball Hospital’s Geriatric Care Management Program, Day Kimball Homemakers, or Day Kimball Homecare. These are all wonderful organizations. Arrangements thoughtfully planned by Gilman Funeral Home, 104 Church St., Putnam.
David G. Pelletier
February 23, 2010
David G. Pelletier
1960-2010
Moosup-David G. Pelletier of Moosup and long time resident of Danielson, died suddenly on Friday at his home in Moosup after a long-term illness. He was the son of Rosalie P. (Geherean) Tyler of Moosup and the late George N. Pelletier.
He is survived by his sister Theresa Villarreal, his brother Mark Pelletier, his three children Stephanie, Shawn, and Shannon Pelletier, his 4 grandchildren, his long-time companion Bridgette Wunsch, and his former wife Joyce Pelletier. He also leaves behind many nieces and nephews.
There will be a memorial service at St. Johns Catholic church in Plainfield, CT on Wednesday February 24, 2010 at 11:00am. In Lieu of flowers, donations made to the Diabetes Association of America in David’s name and would be greatly appreciated.
Sr. Eleanor Breton, DHS
February 23, 2010
Sr. Eleanor Breton, DHS
1932 – 2010
Putnam – Sr. Eleanor Breton, DHS, 77, a member of the Daughters of the Holy Spirit, died on Saturday, February 20, 2010 at Holy Spirit Health Care Center where she had been in residence since 1998.
The daughter of the late Albert and Bertha (Thibeault) Breton, Sr. Eleanor was born in Putnam, CT. She entered religious life in 1950 and made her religious profession on August 18, 1953 at the Holy Spirit Provincial House in Putnam, CT. She was then known as Sr. Marie Albert de Jesus.
She received a B.A. degree from Diocesan Sisters’ College, Putnam, CT, and an M.A. from Fairfield University, Fairfield, CT. She taught most of her active life. Assignments were as follows: St. Anthony School, Bridgeport, CT; Assumption School, Chicopee, MA; St. Cecilia, Leominster, MA; and St. Mary School, Putnam, CT. In 1985, Sr. Eleanor became a clerical assistant at All Hallows School, Moosup, CT. Ill health caused her to retire to the Provincial House in 1998.
Survivors include one sister, Theresa Carver of Mystic, CT; and two brothers, Albert of West Willington, CT, and Richard of Naples Florida; and several nieces and nephews.
Calling hours at the Provincial House chapel will be on Tuesday, February 23, 2010 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM with a Prayer Service at 7:15 PM. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Wednesday, February 24, 2010 at 11:00 AM at the Provincial House chapel followed by burial in St. Mary Cemetery, Putnam, CT. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Daughters of the Holy Spirit Retirement Fund, 72 Church St., Putnam, CT 06260. Gilman Funeral Home has been entrusted with her arrangements.
Ena Beausoleil
February 23, 2010
Ena Beausoleil
1906-2010
Putnam – Ena Beausoleil, longtime resident of Putnam, passed away in Gautier, MS on February 21, 2010 at the age of 103. Ena was born and raised in Putnam and resided there until 1998 at which time she moved south to live with her family in Gautier, MS.
She was a communicant of St. Mary’s Church and was active in the Circle of Fun, Ladies of St. Anne, The League of Catholic Women and a past President and Secretary of the St. Jean de Baptiste Society. She was a member of a close association of ten women friends who met as a study group for over 50 years. The group never dissolved but their ranks were reduced as each in turn passed away. Ena was the last survivor of that wonderful group of friends.
As a young woman, Ena was employed at Belding Heminway in Putnam as a weaver. She later worked as a Buyer in the children’s department at Bugbee’s Department Store. She returned to Belding’s where she was employed in the Quality Control Department. She retired from Belding’s in 1975. Ena was well known for her exceptional sewing skills and worked at home as a seamstress during her many years in Putnam.
Ena was preceded in death by her husband, Salvador, a sister Germaine (Cartier), and her daughter Jeanne (Rousseau). She is survived by three children, Roger and his wife Barbara of Crestview, FL, Lucien and his wife Betty of Gautier, MS, and Norman of Putnam, CT. She also leaves to pray for her, twelve Grandchildren, sixteen Great Grandchildren and one Great, Great Grandchild.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Ena’s family from 9:00 to 10:30am, Saturday February 27, 2010 in the Gilman Funeral Home, 104 Church St., Putnam, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am in St. Mary Church of the Visitation, 218 Providence St., Putnam. Burial will follow in St. Mary Cemetery.
Paul E. Berger
February 17, 2010
Paul E. Berger
1921 – 2010
North Grosvenordale- Paul E. Berger, 88, of Floral Ave, died Monday, February 15, 2010, in the Regency Heights Healthcare Center. He was the loving husband of the late Malvina Mary (Sanbourin) Berger. Born in Quebec, he was the son of the late Alberic and Angelina (Tremblay) Berger.
Mr. Berger worked as a machine operator for the Putnam Hertzl Co. retiring in 1986. He was a WWII Army Veteran serving in Central Europe. He volunteered for and was a charter member of the VFW Post #10088 in Thompson. He was an avid Yankee fan.
Paul is survived by his two sons, Normand Berger and Donald Berger, both of North Grosvenordale. He was predeceased by two brothers, the late Gabriel Berger and the late Roger Berger.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Paul’s family from 9:00 to 10:00 am on Friday February 19, 2010 in the Valade Funeral Home, 23 Main St., N. Grosvenordale CT followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 am in St. Joseph Church, 20 Main Street, North Grosvenordale, Ct. Burial with military honors will be held in Notre Dame Cemetery, Southbridge, MA. Memorial donations may be made to St. Joseph’s Church, 20 Main St., North Grosvenordale, CT 06255 or to the Community Fire Co., PO Box 874, N. Grosvenordale, CT 06255
February 16, 2010
Leo Moriarty
1924 – 2010
Thompson – Leo Moriarty, 85 of Thurber Road, died Monday, February 15, 2010, in Matulaitis Nursing Home. He was the loving husband of Marie L. (Freeman) Moriarty. Born in Ware, MA, he was the son of the late Thomas and Rena (Laviolette) Moriarty.
Mr. Moriarty was an Air Corp WWII veteran. He worked as a realtor in Charlton Massachusetts and as a constant care attendant at Day Kimball Hospital for 12 years before retiring in 2005.
Mr. Moriarty enjoyed woodworking and was a lifetime member of the Disabled American Veterans of Webster.
Leo is survived by two daughters, Donna “Dottie” Darby of Thompson, and Brenda Verdone of Thompson; six grand children; and one great grandchild.
Private Funeral Services were held Wednesday, February 17, 2010 in the Gilman Funeral Home, 104 Church Street, Putnam, CT 06260.
Ralph W. Howland
February 12, 2010
Ralph W. Howland
1920 – 2010
North Grosvenordale – Ralph W. Howland, 90, of Linehouse Road, died Friday, February 12, 2010, in Day Kimball Hospital. He was the loving husband of Claire (Langelier) Howland for 59 years. Born in Webster, MA, he was the son of the late Elizabeth Howland.
Mr. Howland served as a sergeant in the Army during WWII. He worked as a master furniture craftsman for Risom Manufacturing. He was also the founder of Ralph’s Disposal. He was a longtime scoutmaster for Troop # 30 in Quinebaug. He enjoyed camping and especially enjoyed spending time with his family.
In addition to his wife, Ralph is survived by his daughter, Linda Demers and her husband Roland of North Grosvenordale; his brother in law, Raymond Langelier of Wilsonville; his grandchildren, Brian Demers of Putnam, and Kevin Demers of Scottsdale, AZ; and his great grandson, Payton Demers.
Relatives and friends are invited to a Funeral Service on Thursday, February 18, 2010 at 10:00 am in Saint Joseph Church; 20 Main Street, North Grosvenordale, CT. Burial with Military Honors will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to Community Ambulance, P.O. Box 874, North Grosvenordale, CT 06255
Genevieve J. “Gen” Helt
February 8, 2010
Genevieve J. “Gen” Helt, 75, of Putnam, CT passed away Wednesday morning, February 3, 2010 following multiple medical problems. She was born Genevieve Josephine Mikrut on March 17, 1934, in Brooklyn, NY to her parents Walter and Marie (Olpinski) Mikrut. She leaves behind a daughter, Lauretta M. Helt, of San Diego, CA, two sons, Leonard M. Helt of Putnam, CT, and Lawrence M. Helt of Dudley, MA, and daughter in law Eileen Helt of Webster, MA. The youngest of ten children, she is survived by two sisters, Florence Zubikowski of St. Petersburg, FL, and Stephanie Swenson of Lebanon, NJ. She also leaves behind multiple nieces and nephews, four grandchildren, and four great grandchildren.
Genevieve graduated from Bay Ridge High School in Brooklyn, NY, and went on to a career as an administrative professional, which included 10 years at Howard Brothers Manufacturing in Auburn, MA, and 15 years at Kenyon Oil/Xtra Mart in Quinibaug, CT. Her career led her to become a member of the International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP), formerly known as Professional Secretaries International (PSI), of which she was the former president of the Southbridge Chapter.
Genevieve was also a member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary / Albert J. Breault Post 1523 in Putnam, CT, where she also tended bar for many years. She had also tended bar at the VFW post in Quinibaug, CT, and at the former Irish American Club in Putnam, CT.
Genevieve did not wish to have a wake or funeral, but rather have people remember her as they knew her. A memorial service will be held on a date to yet be determined before being laid to rest in Pine Island, NY. Any well wishes or memories you may want to share can be sent to the Helt Family, c/o Leonard Helt, 97 School St. Apt. 104, Putnam, CT 06260. In lieu of flowers, we ask that a donation be made to whichever charity you may prefer. Gilman Funeral home has been entrusted with her arrangements.
Ernest “Champ” Lariviere
February 8, 2010
Ernest “Champ” Lariviere
1921-2010
Putnam – Ernest “Champ” Lariviere, 88 of Seward St. died Saturday February 6, 2010 at home. He was the loving husband of Dorothy (Lepine) Lariviere for 62 years. Born in Putnam, he was the son of the late Adelard and Dorila (Brodeur) Lariviere.
Mr. Lariviere worked as a mold maker for American Standard Co. He had also worked for the former Cluett & Peabody Co. and the Putnam Woolen Mill. He was a World War II and Korea Army Veteran. He was a member of Cargill Council 64 Knights of Columbus and served as a Boy Scout Scoutmaster for many years. He enjoyed traveling to Florida and caring for his dog Chip.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his brother, Adelard Lariviere and his wife Jenny of Webster; a brother in law, Eugene LeClair of South Carolina, two sister-in-laws, Muriel Lariviere, and Shirley Dowgiewicz and her husband Edward, all of Webster; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son Raymond E. Lariviere, his brother, Laurent “McGee” Lariviere and his sister Jeanne LeClair.
Relatives and friends are invited to Champ’s Funeral Mass of Christian Burial at 11am on Tuesday February 9, 2010 in Most Holy Trinity Church, 568 Pomfret Street, Pomfret. Burial with Military Honors will follow in St. Mary Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made in his memory to Hospice of Northeast Connecticut, PO Box 632, Putnam, CT 06260 or to Project Northeast, 81 Church St. Putnam, CT 06260. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Gilman Funeral Home.