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Patricia Ann “Patti” (Quinn) Aldrich, 67, of Springfield, passed away on September 22, 2021, surrounded by her loving family.  Born on January 27, 1954 to the late James H. and Alice T. (Smith) Quinn, Patti resided her entire life in the Forest Park neighborhood of Springfield.  She had a 30 year career as a Lead Customer Service Representative at Performance Food Group in South Windsor, CT, and, in her spare time, enjoyed bowling, cheering on her beloved Boston...

He was a great husband and father, Robert C. “BA” Allen, 67, will be remembered for his zest for life and for the incredible love he had for his family and friends. Bob was a hard worker and skilled operator in the trucking field. Bob was a proud donor for the American Red Cross. He was honored for his generosity for consistently donating blood and platelets for well over 30 years. When BA wasn’t spending time with his family, he enjoyed playing golf with his East...

Emiliano Joseph Gonzales, 51, of Springfield and formerly of Florida, passed away suddenly on September 15, 2021. He was born in Springfield, MA., on June 8, 1970, the son of the late Jesus Gonzales and Louise Duquet. He is survived by his wife Laura Gonzales, and three children Jameson Emiliano Gonzales and Riley Louise Gonzales and Emma Lynn Bobrek and a sister Melanie Otero and his step-mother Kathleen Curley and he leaves many nieces and nephews. All services will be private....

Michael R. Wilkinson, 53 passed away unexpectedly at home on September 14, 2021. He was born in Springfield the son of Diane G. (Chaffee) Wilkinson of Hampden and the late John T. Wilkinson, Sr. Originally from Wilbraham, Michael (aka “Big Mike”) made his career in the automotive field.  In spite of numerous back surgeries over the years, he continued to work hard and was always on the go.  Family and friends were very important to him.  Michael was always the...

  Hey Now !   Glenn A. Andrews, 55, a lifelong resident of Springfield, MA passed away suddenly on Friday, September 10, 2021. Glenn was born on May 15, 1966, the son of the late Allan and Paula (Fricke) Andrews. He was a graduate of Putnam Vocational High School, Class of 84. Currently, Glenn was employed with Green Grass Inc., of Wilbraham, for the past 11 years. Glenn loved spending quality time with friends and family, visiting Cave Hill, listening to live music, CB Radio,...

 Robert J. Conway (Bob) of Springfield, MA passed away on September 7, 2021 following a short illness. He recently celebrated his 60th wedding anniversary with his devoted wife, Theresa (Sullivan) Conway. He reached his 86th birthday last month. Bob was predeceased by his beloved oldest child, Lori Ann Corsi. He leaves behind his daughter, Donna (Chris) Callahan of North Kingstown, Rhode Island; and his son, Jay (Kathy) Conway of San Diego, CA. Bob cherished his family, regretting only...

  Anthony Charles LaRocca, Jr. March 1, 1963 – September 4, 2021   Anthony Charles LaRocca, Jr., was born in Yonkers, New York in 1963 where he resided and went to school until 1983 when he moved to Davie Florida to join the rest of his immediate family.  Anthony worked in construction, roofing and various other trades; he spent most of his free time with family and friends. Even though he was born in New York & was around his family who were Jet fans, he went...

Nancy (Driscoll) Tyburski, of the Sixteen Acres section of Springfield, passed away on Thursday, August 26, 2021 at Baystate Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family. Nancy was born in Springfield on June 15, 1934, the daughter of the late George and Mary (Hebert) Driscoll. She was educated in the Springfield school system and was a graduate of Notre Dame High School. Nancy was a communicant of Sacred Heart Church. She was employed at the family business The Dance Company, Inc. as the...

Karen A. (Krokenberger) Taylor, of Chicopee, died early Tuesday evening, August 24, 2021 at Holyoke Hospital. She was born and educated in Springfield, a daughter of Marion C. (Whipple) Krokenberger of Springfield, and the late Karl Krokenberger and was a graduate of Central High School Class of 1994.  Karen continued her education receiving her Registered Nursing degree from STCC Class of 1996 and was employed a nurse with various nursing home in Massachusetts. She enjoyed all aspects...

Shirley J. (Guindon) Talbot, 92 of East Longmeadow, died late Sunday morning, August 22, 2021 at Baystate Wing Hospital. She was born and educated in Springfield a daughter of the late Arthur and Gertrude (Fowler) Guindon. Shirley retired in 1980 after 22 years as the school lunch manager for the East Longmeadow School system. She was the devoted wife of the late Robert G. Baker, and Frederick Talbot. Shirley leaves two daughters, Gail Miller and her husband Robert and Nancy Deraleau and her...