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Marjorie M. Shay

Published: 14 Condolences

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1935 – 2017 E. Killingly – Marjorie (Thomas) Shay, 82, passed away on Monday, March 6, 2017 in UMass Hospital University Campus. She was the loving wife of the late Robert C. Shay who passed away in 2013. Born in Markleysburg, PA, she was the daughter of the late Reverend Earl H. Thomas and Iva… Continue Reading

Lorraine Hayes

Published: 6 Condolences

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Lorraine Hayes 1939 – 2012 Danielson– Lorraine Hayes, 73, of Birchwood Terrace, passed away Saturday November 17, 2012 after a long two-year battle with heart disease. She was the wife of the late Lawrence “Jim” Hayes. Lorraine worked for 40 years at Knox Glass and then several years at Foxwoods. Lorraine is survived by her… Continue Reading

D. Alice Streich

Published: 2 Condolences

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1934 – 2011  Putnam – D. Alice Streich, 76, of Thurber Road, died Saturday, March 12, 2011, in Matulaitis Nursing Home.  She was the loving wife of Robert L. Streich, Sr.  Born in Putnam, she was the daughter of the late Albert and Alice (Castonguay) Nadeau.  Mrs. Streich worked as a sales person in the… 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.