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Daniel Edward Joseph Mills, 40, of Taunton, MA., and formerly of Springfield, MA., passed away on Tuesday, June 22, 2021. Danny was born in Springfield on September 17, 1980, the son of Wendell and Debra A. (Muller) Mills of Springfield. He was a graduate of Cathedral High School, Class of 1998. Danny was an avid New England sport fan and loved watching events, he also enjoyed tournament fishing and playing poker. Danny took great pride in his sacred career as a stay home Dad with his...

Between the Dash. Edward Joseph Forest would often take his much-loved family photos out of his wallet with a pride-filled smile to show his unsuspecting audience. The viewers’ stunned reaction gave way every time to Ed’s glimmer in his eye, a burst of laughter, and a surge of pride in his soul. His prized photo featured his Dad, Richard J. Forest Sr, who predeceased him in 2018, and his Mom, Carol A (Sturtevant) Forest, who predeceased him in 2014, surrounded by the gang of seventeen...

Alvin (Bud) H. Seligman died on June 8, 2021 in the family home in East Longmeadow where he was also born on March 8, 1924. He lived on this farm for most of his life, which was purchased by his great-grandmother, Caroline Kibbe Champlin in 1862. His parents, William and Frances moved to Springfield where he attended the Springfield Public Schools, graduating from Springfield Technical High School in 1942. He spent his summers on the farm, with his grandparents, Frank G. and Elva Champlin...

Steven G. Rockwell, 31, of East Longmeadow, passed away on Monday, June 7, 2021 at Baystate Medical Center. Steven was born in Springfield on January 17, 1990, the son of Donna M. Rockwell and the late Steven H. Sopollec. Steven proudly served our country in the United States Marines from 2011-2019. He was a graduate of East Longmeadow High School, Class of 2008. He recently worked for Northern Pipe Line in Springfield. Steven loved fishing, bike racing and he was a foodie at heart and loved...

Jacqueline M. Taft, our eternal angel, passed peacefully on June 4, 2021. Born December 1, 1966 in Springfield Massachusetts. Jacqueline was the light of our lives and will be remembered always for her loving heart and joy she brought to all. She worked for Goodwill Industries for 27 years, never missing a day of work. She enjoyed her "shows", food, camp and her birthday. Jackie loved everyone and was always ready with a big hug. Predeceased by her mother, Mary T Taft, brother,...

David Clark, 54, of Springfield, passed away suddenly on Thursday, June 3, 2021 in West Springfield, MA. Davis was born in Springfield on March 12, 1967, the son of Eloise (Bailey) Clark of Springfield and the late Hosea Clark, Sr. David attended the Springfield school system. He was also raised in the Third Baptist Church in Springfield with the love and support of his family and friends. In addition to his father he was also predeceased by his twin brother Daniel Clark. David is survived...

Donald Lee “Don” Facey, 87, of Wilbraham, formerly of Longmeadow, Springfield and Eastham, passed peacefully at his home early Thursday morning, June 3rd, with his loving family at his side.  Born and educated in Springfield, the son of the late Albert J. Facey and Lulu (Simpson) Facey Cullen, he graduated in Technical High School’s Class of 1951. Don attended American International College before starting a lifelong career in computer programming and software design,...

Mario R. Fusco, 32, a lifelong resident of West Springfield, passed away at his home on Monday, May 31, 2021. Mario was the son of the late Mario and Kathleen (Mulfino) Fusco. He attended the West Springfield School System. Mario worked as a cook for the Riverboat in Agawam. Most recently he worked at Home Depot in the distribution center as a supervisor. Mario was an avid gamer and a car enthusiast. In addition to his parents he was also predeceased by his grandmother Viola Fusco and a...

George H. Trombley, 77, a lifelong resident of Springfield, passed away on Sunday, May 30, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. George was born in Springfield on January 20, 1944, the son of the late Adelard and Azelina (Rivard) Trombley. He was a parishioner of St. Patrick’s Church in Springfield. George proudly served our country in the United States Navy where he served two tours in the Vietnam War and the Santa Domingo crisis as well as over 20 years in the United States Air Force as...

Antonietta Milano was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She passed peacefully on Holy Trinity Sunday, May 30th, 2021 at the age of 88, surrounded by her family. She was born in Salerno, Italy in 1932 and immigrated to the United States with her husband and young son in 1954. She was predeceased by her husband of fifty-eight years, Luigi Milano. She is survived by her children, Gaetano Milano, Lio (Merry) Milano, Anna (Jeff) Becker, and Cristina (Patrick) Min. She leaves...