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Stuart E. Cathell

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Brooklyn – Stuart E. Cathell, 79, beloved husband of Paula (Baron) Cathell passed away March 9, 2023. He was born April 2, 1943 a son of the late Kenneth B. and Catherine (Yost) Cathell. Stu was a United States Coast Guard veteran. He retired as a Trooper First Class from the Connecticut State Police after… Continue Reading

John W. Normington, Jr.

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1942-2021 Danielson – John W. Normington, Jr., 79, of Maple Ct., died Thursday, May 20, 2021 at day Kimball Hospital.  He was the loving husband of the late Carol (Joslin) Normington.  Born in Quincy, MA, he was the son of the late John and Mavis (Barnes) Normington, Sr. Mr. Normington lived most of his life… Continue Reading

F. Raymond Dewey, III

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1941 – 2016 N. Grosvenordale – Frederic “Ray” Dewey, III, 75, of Quinebaug Rd, died Wednesday morning December 21, 2016 at UMASS Medical Center. He was the loving husband of Annette (LeBlanc) Dewey. Born in Brooklyn, NY, he was the son of Elizabeth (Gettner) Saidi of Chapel Hill, NC and the late Frederic R. Dewey,… 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.