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Peter R. “Chico” Andersen

Published: 56 Condolences

1953 – 2019 Putnam – Peter R. Andersen lovingly known to all as Chico passed away unexpectedly on April 30, 2019. Chico was born in Teaneck, NJ in June of 1953. During his childhood, his family moved to Northeastern CT. Together they shared many adventures and experiences and made Putnam their home. Chico loved his… Continue Reading

Robert J. O’Brien

Published: 26 Condolences

1952 – 2018 Putnam – Robert J. “Bubba” O’Brien, 66, of Farrows St., passed away Monday, September 24, 2018 at Lawrence and Memorial Hospital in New London, CT. He was the husband of the late Diane (Gerardi) O’Brien. Born in Putnam, he was the son of the late Thomas and Anita (Bourdia) O’Brien, Sr. Mr…. Continue Reading

Debra Lajoie

Published: 11 Condolences

1970 – 2016 Putnam – Debra Lajoie, 45, of Chestnut St., died Wednesday, July 13, 2016 in UMass Memorial Hospital, Worcester, MA. Born in Putnam, she was the daughter of Shirley (Theriaque) Lajoie and the late Ward Lajoie. Debra worked as a sales clerk for JC Penney, Beit Brothers, and a manager for Dunkin’ Donuts…. Continue Reading

Welcome To Gilman & Valade

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.