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Harold T. Hederson, 88, of Ayer
AYER -- Harold T. "Hal" Hederson, 88, of Nashua Street, died Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2010 at the Apple Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Ayer after a lengthy illness.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Ruth R. (Horgan) Hederson; a son and daughter-in-law, Michael J. and Mary Hederson of Ayer; two daughters and sons-in-law, Mary E. and John Stanton of Ayer and Maureen and Bob McCarthy of Storrs, Conn.; five grandchildren, Meghan Stanton, Marissa Hansen, Morgan McCarthy, Michael McCarthy, Ryan Richer and one great-grandson, Patrick McCarthy.
Mr. Hederson was born in New York City, July 8, 1922, a son of John and Mary E. (Davis) Hederson and grew up in Malden before moving to Ayer 60 years ago.
He was a communicant of St. Mary's Church in Ayer and had assisted in their annual lawn party. He was a member of the Model Train Club in Pepperell.
From 1968 to 1979 he worked in the construction industry and was affiliated with the I.U.O.E. Construction Workers Local No. 4. Before that he worked for many years at the Ayer Ice Co. in Ayer.
A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 17, at St. Anthony's Church, 14 Phoenix Street, Shirley.
Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, Ayer.
Calling hours are Thursday at the T.J. Anderson & Son Funeral Home, 25 Fitchburg Road, (Route 2A) Ayer. Please see www.andersonfuneral.com for additional information.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary's Church, 31 Shirley St., Ayer, MA 01432.
Charlotte O'Shea, 6, of Bolton
BOLTON -- Charlotte L. O'Shea, 6, of Kettle Hole Road, Bolton, died Dec. 8 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born in Boston on April 1, 2004, daughter of James and Janet (Larkin) O'Shea. She made her home in Pepperell and moved to Bolton at age 3. She most recently attended first grade at the Sawyer School in Bolton. She is survived by her parents, James and Janet (Larkin) O'Shea of Bolton; three siblings, James O'Shea, Katherine O'Shea and William O'Shea, all of Bolton and her grandparents, Elaine and Frank Larkin of Acton. She is also survived by her aunts and uncles, Alison and Russell Berriman of Watertown, Mary and Sean Quinlan, of Alexandria Va., Jean and Robert McLaughlin, of Acton and Laura O'Shea of Alexandria, Va. Her cousins Violet Berriman, Patrick Quinlan, Erin and Bobby McLaughlin, and all her friends and staff at the Sawyer School in Bolton. A Memorial service was held at the Harvard Congregational Church, Still River Road, Harvard, on Dec. 10 at 10 a.m. Private burial was held at Woodlawn Cemetery, Acton.
Harold Landry, 92
Harold J. Landry, 92, of Tolman Avenue, died Sunday, Dec. 5, 2010 at his home surrounded by his family.
He was the husband of Doris (Ruel) Landry who died in September 2007.
He is survived by his son, David Landry of Shirley; two daughters and sons-in-law, Elaine D. and Dennis Hoffman of Greensboro, Ga., and Judith A. and Kent Fluet of Shirley; a daughter-in-law, Surani Landry Kwan of Santa Rosa, Calif.; a brother, Joseph Landry of Shirley; a sister, Rose Quatrale of Shirley; and six grandchildren, Matthew Labowicz and his wife Terry, Jessica Hoffman, Megan Landry, Jodi Pinales and her husband David, Cassie Landry and Sienna Landry. He also leaves two great-grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his son Leonard P. Landry of Santa Rosa, Calif. and his brothers Edmond J. Landry of Shirley, Robert Landry of California, Frank Landry of N.H. and his sister, Beatrice Briggs of Ayer.
He was born in Shirley, Nov. 18, 1918, a son of Athanace and Lucy (Chaisson) Landry and was a lifelong Shirley resident. He attended Worcester Boy's Trade School in Worcester and Ayer High School. In 1999 he, with several local veterans, were awarded honorary diplomas from Ayer High School.
During World War II he served his country as an airplane engine mechanic in the U.S. Army Air Corps. During that time was stationed in Normandy, France, Rhineland, and Central Europe.
He was an active member and past commander of the Shirley American Legion and through the years had participated in many memorial services honoring fallen servicemen.
He was a communicant of St. Anthony's Church, Shirley and was a member of its Holy Name Society.
For over 20 years, he worked as a typesetter at Blanchard & Brown Printing Company in Fitchburg, retiring in 1986. Prior to that he had worked at Samson Cordage Works in Shirley.
A funeral Mass will celebrated 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 9 at St. Anthony's Church, 14 Phoenix St., Shirley. Burial will be in the parish cemetery.
Calling hours are from 5 to 8 Wednesday at the T.J. Anderson & Son Funeral Home, 25 Fitchburg Road, Ayer. Please see www.andersonfuneral.com for additional information.
Mr. Landry's family would like to thank his primary caregivers, Terry Labowicz and Megan Landry, for their many kindnesses and wonderful care over the past several months.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Anthony's Church, PO Box 595, Shirley, MA 01464 or to Diversified Nursing & Hospice, 25 Tucker Drive, Leominster, MA 01453.
Warren Forgues, 42, of Winchendon
WINCHENDON -- Warren T. Forgues, 42, of Winchendon, died Friday, Dec. 17, at UMass Medical Center.
He was born Feb. 23, 1968, in Fitchburg, son of Larry J. Forgues, Sr. and the late Sheila (Petit) Forgues. He attended Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School.
Warren worked for Moore Lumber for 10 years as a salesman and 13 years as their rental manager. Recently he was employed by the Ayer Housing Authority. He also owned his own business, the Tool Medic.
Family was Warren's priority. He loved hunting and fishing with his dad, brothers, and his Uncle Tom. He often spent time with his nephews teaching them sports. He played hockey in the men's Sunday night league at the Wallace Civic Center, and was a fan of the Red Sox and Patriots. He also loved riding his Harley.
He leaves his father, Larry J, Forgues, Sr. and his partner, Carolyn Elder, of Leominster. He also leaves his companion, Karen Patterson and her two children, of Shirley; two brothers, Larry J. Forgues, Jr. and his companion, Jill Wdowiak, of Keene, N.H., and Brian K. Forgues and his wife Karin, of Winchendon; one sister, Kimberley Forgues of Leominster; 11 nieces and nephews, Ashley, Kelly, Christie, Christopher, Alicia, Nicholas, Nichole, Adam, Ryan, Antonio, and Amanda; one great-nephew, Brady; aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends.
He was predeceased by his mother, Sheila (Petit) Forgues in 1992; his brother, Jason S. Forgues in 1993, and his sister, Tina Marie Veautour-Duval in 2007.
The funeral was on Dec. 22 at First Baptist Church, 1400 John Fitch Highway, Fitchburg. Burial followed in Saint Joseph Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in his memory to the American Heart Association, 20 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701.
Patricia R. Leao, 55, Pepperell
On Dec. 14, 2010 we lost one of the god's working angels on earth.
A little baby girl was born June 19, 1955 to the proud parents of the late Daniel H. and Renata (Schoenitz) Brady. As part of a military family she was able to travel the world and live in Japan, Germany and see much of Europe, which would have a profound impact on her as an adult.
Her most treasured childhood memories were spending time in the flower gardens of Tante Senta, attending Sunday Mass with the nuns in Germany, having tea with her Aunt Mary and watching the grand parades of the U.S. Army.
Patty was the proud, loving and loyal wife of Alan Leao for 39 years. Their journey would start when Patty was 14 years old and Alan was fresh from Brazil. Together with trust, confidence and vision they accomplished so much. Their home was the central point for so many celebrations and festivities amongst friends and family, but also of stabilizing people's lives with offers of hope and love.
Patty's life was built on pleasing people and making the world a better place. She was the founder of Pepperell Youth Soccer League and spent hundreds of hours organizing and planning the league that still thrives today. Many times she would pull all-nighters to complete projects for PYSL.
She enjoyed her days working at Phoenix Distributing, Shirley, Pepperell Home Center, Driving bus and most recently at NEBS/DELUXE Groton. Patty earned tremendous respect from her work colleagues and inspired many to reach goals they thought not possible.
Besides being survived by her loving husband, Alan O. Leao, she is also survived her two children, Alan O. Leao, Jr. and his wife Julie and Michelle R. Leao, and her fiancé Sean McGrath and four grandchildren, Michael, Garrett, Ty and Anna all of Pepperell.
She leaves a treasure chest full of dear friends and family members, including her brothers, Robert Brady of Severna Park, Md., Richard Brady Tewksbury, and sister Ann Marie Butler of Tamarack, Fla.
Everything in Patty's life had meaning and she had a unique ability to feel someone's pain, but also their happiness as well. She loved the underdog -- silent, lonely people and wanted to see them succeed. Her time and effort with strangers and friends alike was magical.
Visiting hours were Friday 5-8 p.m. at the Hamilton-McGaffigan Funeral Home 37 Main St. (Route 113) Pepperell. A funeral Mass of Christian burial was celebrated Saturday at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Grace Parish worshipping at St. Joseph's Church 28 Tarbell St., Pepperell. All were welcome and encouraged to attend. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Patricia R. Leao Memorial Fund C/O Workers Credit Union P.O. Box 900 Fitchburg, Mass. 01420-9807.
Marion Koski 96, of Shirley
SHIRLEY: Marion M. (Varney) Koski, 96, a former resident of Catecunemaug Road, Shirley, Pepperell Meadows, Pepperell and Leominster Crossing, Leominster died Tuesday, August 26, 2008 at the River Terrace Health Care Center, Lancaster.
She was the wife of William Koski who died 30 years ago.
Mrs. Koski was born in Lynn, June 24, 1912, a daughter of Will and Ava M. (Hatt) Varney and resided much of her life in the Shirley area.
For over 25 years Mrs. Koski worked as a department manager at the George Frost Suspender Company in Shirley, retiring in 1977.
She is survived by a sister, Beulah Brown of Medway and several nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her sisters, Louise Anderson, Evelyn Danforth, Phyllis Bodah, Vivian Marcinkewicz, Harriet Fons, and her brother George Varney.
A private graveside service at Village Cemetery, Shirley will be held at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours.
The T.J. Anderson & Son Funeral Home, 25 Fitchburg Rd, Ayer is assisting the family with arrangements.
Thomas F. Callahan 76, of Ayer
AYER: Thomas F. Callahan, 76, of 40 Highland Avenue, died Thursday, August 28th at the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston after a brief illness.
Mr. Callahan was born in Lowell on August 11, 1932, a son of Thomas L. and Ruth (Evans) Callahan and has resided in Ayer for over 60 years.
He was a graduate of Ayer High School and Bentley College in Waltham. During the Korean Conflict he served his country as a corporal in the United States Army.
He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Ann (Green) Callahan, five sons; Timothy J. Callahan of Seattle, Washington, John M. Callahan of Larchmont, NY, Thomas L. Callahan, Matthew D. Callahan and Jeremy T. Callahan all of Ayer, three daughters Nancy C. Kendall of Westford, Ann Marie Sabatino of Shirley and Cheryl L. Walters of Ayer, three brothers: William J. Callahan and Francis P. Callahan, of Ayer, James Callahan of Harwich, a sister, Mary Guthrie of Ayer. He also leaves 13 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
Mr. Callahan was a Certified Public Accountant and for 33 years worked at Trio & Glowacki Accountants in Lowell, now of Chelmsford. He also served the Town of Ayer for five years as an Assessor and 22 years as the Town Treasurer. His retirement began in 1998.
He was a communicant of St. Mary's Church and was a member of the Knights of Columbus Ayer Council.
A funeral Mass will be celebrated 10am Wednesday, September 3rd at St. Mary's Church, 31 Shirley Street, Ayer. Burial will be in the parish cemetery.
Calling hours are 5-8 Tuesday at the T.J. Anderson & Son Funeral Home, 25 Fitchburg Road (Rte 2A) Ayer. Please see www.andersonfuneral.com for additional information.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 21 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01701.
Charles D. Elliott 50, of Townsend
TOWNSEND: Charles D. Elliott, 50, a longtime resident of Townsend, died Thursday, September 4, 2008, at the Golden Living Center, Fitchburg after a lengthy illness.
Mr. Elliott was born in Fitchburg, May 3, 1958, a son of Frances D. (Supernault) Elliott and the late Clarence R. Elliott and resided much of his life in Townsend. He attended the Townsend Schools and was a 1977 graduate of North Middlesex Regional High School, Townsend.
Besides his mother of Townsend, he is survived by his son; Charles D. Moore of Minnesota, a daughter and son in law; Holly C. and Duane Tobolt of Minnesota, two brothers; William C. Elliott and John F. Elliott both of Townsend, a sister and brother in law; Cathy and Douglas Whitney of Townsend, an uncle; David Supernault of Savannah, GA, a nephew; Keith Hanks, a grandnephew; Zachary Hanks and a grandniece; Morgyn Hanks.
Mr. Elliott worked as a machine operator at the Guilford Transportation Company in Boston before failing health forced him to retire in 2000. Prior to that he worked for the Georgia Pacific Company in New York, the former Dunkirk Ice Cream Company in Fitcburg, Brookside Farms and Neilsen Manufacturing both in Townsend.
From 1977 - 1982 he was an active member of the Townsend Fire Department.
A graveide service will be held 11 am Monday, September 8, 2008 at Riverside Cemetery, Dudley Road, West Townsend.
Calling hours are 3-5 Sunday at the T.J.Anderson & Son Funeral Home, 250 Main Street (Rte 119) Townsend Center. Please see www.andersonfuneral.com for additional information.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Ascera Care Hospice, 4 Mount Royal Avenue, Suite 110, Marlboro, MA 01752.
Raymond R. Thibodeau, 83, of Westminster
WESTMINSTER: Raymond R. Thibodeau, 83, of 7 Wachusett Drive, died unexpectedly Friday, September 05, 2008 at the University of Massachusetts Hospital, Worcester.
He was the husband of Doris J. (Landry) Thibodeau who died in November 1991.
Mrs. Thibodeau was born in Fitchburg October 3 1924, a son of Simon and Premelia (LeBlanc) Thibodeau and resided many years in Fitchburg before moving to Westminster 30 years ago. He attended the Fitchburg School System.
He is survived by his daughter, Linda A. Thibodeau with who he resided in Westminster, a son and daughter in law; Robert J. and Lucille Thibodeau of Fitchburg, two grandsons; Philip Thibodeau and Christopher Thibodeau and a dear friend, Gloria Carlberg of Fitchburg.
He was the brother of the late Alfred Thibodeau of Fitchburg and Lorraine Valliere of Lunenburg.
For over 30 years he owned and operated the Raymond R. Thibodeau Construction Company. He later worked as a heavy equipment operator for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts until his retirement in 1991. In the early 1960's Mr. Thibodeau, with his brother, Alfred, built, then for 10 years owned and operated the Rambler Motel, later known as the Town Crier Motel, in Westminster, .
For four years during WW II he served his country in the United States Navy. He enjoyed playing cards at the Leominster Senior Center, camping, boating and fishing. He had been a member of the Westminster VFW. He was a longtime communicant of St. Joseph's Church in Fitchburg and had also attended St. Edward the Confessor Church in Westminster.
A funeral Mass will be celebrated 10 am Monday, September 8, 2008 at St. Joseph's Church, 49 Woodland Street, Fitchburg. Burial will be in the parish cemetery.
Calling hours are 2-5 Sunday at the Louis M. Isabelle Funeral Home, 316 Clarendon Street, Fitchburg.
