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Archille Z. Bernier

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1921 – 2017 Putnam – Archille “Archie” Bernier, 96, of 10 Thurber Road, passed away Wednesday, January 18, 2017 in Day Kimball Hospital. He was the loving husband of the late Rolande (Turenne) Bernier for 48 and the late Lilia Vera de Bernier for 22 years. Born in Putnam, CT he was the son of… Continue Reading

Sr. Constance Charette, DHS

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April 20, 1940 – December 15, 2015 Putnam-Sr. Constance Charette, 75, a member of the Daughters of the Holy Spirit died on Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at the Holy Spirit Provincial House in Putnam. Constance Madeleine Charette was born in Leominster, MA on April 20, 1940, the daughter of the late Camille and Alice (Meunier)… Continue Reading

Russell J. Cote

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Norwich – Russell J. Cote, 86, of Crouch Ave., passed away Saturday, October 11, 2014 in Backus Hospital. Born in Worcester, MA, he was the son of the late William and Ellen (O’Neil) Cote. Mr. Cote worked as a salesman for Macadams Associates for 25 years and resided in Connecticut for 37 years before moving… Continue Reading

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Planning a funeral is one of life’s most difficult challenges. Yet virtually every culture recognizes the importance of commemorating the life and loss of a loved one with a meaningful ceremony.

We operate the Gilman Funeral Home in Putnam, the Valade Funeral Home in North Grosvenordale and the Park Tribute Center, Windham County’s only crematorium. Funerals don’t just signify that a life has ended, they signify that a life was lived and loved.

Funerals offer survivors the opportunity to mourn their loss amongst family and friends and to begin the healing process. So, what type of funeral service should you choose? Since no two people are alike, no two funerals should be alike. From planning a traditional burial with a wake and church service to a simple cremation in our own crematorium, we offer complete funeral care to all faiths and cultures.

At the Gilman and Valade Funeral Homes, we understand the importance of personalizing a funeral. We’ll guide you step by step, and help you create a meaningful event that celebrates your loved one’s unique life and helps the bereaved cope with their loss.

Planning a funeral is one of life’s most difficult challenges. Let us, the staff at the Gilman and Valade Funeral Homes and the Park Tribute Center be your personal guide.