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David Grover Haines

Published: 3 Condolences

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1935 – 2022 Brooklyn – David Grover Haines, age 87, died peacefully March 3, 2022 from complications of Parkinson’s disease at Pierce Memorial Baptist Home in Brooklyn, CT., with family and dear friends nearby. David was born in 1935 in Boston, MA to Harry and Marjorie (Veinot) Haines. He graduated from Boston University in 1956… Continue Reading

Kathleen L. Aubin

Published: 15 Condolences

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1965 – 2020 Danielson – Kathleen “Kathy” (Crandall) Aubin, beloved wife of Dave Aubin lost her battle with lung cancer Saturday, September 19, 2020 at noon. She was determined to pay her respects to her family for the loss of John Firlick (her brother in law and the man who officiated our wedding in 2013),… Continue Reading

J. Paul Joyal

Published: 9 Condolences

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1935 – 2016 N. Grosvenordale – J. Paul Joyal, 80, of Ravenelle Rd., died Thursday, October 27, 2016 in his home surrounded by his family. He was the loving husband of Betty (LaPointe) Joyal. In January, they would have celebrated their sixtieth wedding anniversary. Born in Burlington, VT, he was the son of the late… Continue Reading

Steve Bousquet

Published: 30 Condolences

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1946 – 2011  Putnam – Steve Bousquet, 64, passed away on May 17, 2011 at Mass General Hospital following a short, but courageous battle with multiple myeloma.  Steve was born in Putnam on June 23, 1946, the son of the late Gerard and Myrtle Bousquet.  He graduated from Putnam High School in 1964 where he… 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.