BRUCE L. LANDRY
December 15, 1949 ~ March 26, 2022 (Age 72)

Winchendon - Bruce L. Landry, 72, of Winchendon, died Saturday March 26, 2022, after an illness.

Bruce was born December 15, 1949 in Fitchburg MA, son of Lorraine (Holstrom) Landry and the late Louis Landry. He worked alongside his father Louis Landry at Incon Sales, a manufacturer's representation agency, eventually taking over the family business after his fathers' retirement.

He was a talented artist and musician and a voracious reader, rarely seen without a book nearby.

He leaves his mother, Lorraine Landry of Leominster; his son, Jason Landry and his wife Wendy of Fitchburg; and three grandsons, Jackson, Joshua and Alexander.

He was predeceased by an infant daughter, Michelle Landry, his father Louis Landry, and many great friends along the way.

He will be remembered by his lifelong friend, Bob Letarte, his former spouse, Diane (Cauley) Wentworth, and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Bruce was a private person but fiercely loyal and unwaveringly devoted to the family and friends he loved. He was the first person there when one of us was in need and always generous with both his time and his broad shoulders. As a loving son, a pop, a grandpa and a friend, he will be missed.

Funeral services are private with the assistance of Richardson Funeral Home, 106 West St., Leominster. www.richardsonfuneralhome.net

ELAINE M. KELEHER
May 27, 1925 ~ February 17, 2022 (Age 96)

Elaine M. Keleher, 96, of Warminster, PA, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2022.

Elaine was born to the late Edwin Newton and Helene (Goyette) Newton in Worcester, MA on May 27, 1925. She lived in Worcester and Winchendon, MA before moving to Washington, D.C. during World War II to work on behalf of the war effort. It was there that she met her beloved husband, Edwin Keleher. They were married for 57 years until Edwin's death in 2005.

Elaine lived in Radnor, PA for 60 years and was active in St. Katharine of Siena Parish as well as numerous charities and organizations including the Girl Scouts and Meals on Wheels. She loved spending time with her family and friends, travelling, reading, and playing bridge.

She is survived by her daughter, Kelly Sarosky of Furlong, PA, her grandchildren Sharon Fry (husband Kyle) of Bedford, NY, and David Sarosky of Bridgeport, PA, and her great-grandchildren John and William Fry of Bedford, NY. In addition to her husband, Elaine was preceded in death by her brother, Donald Newton. Services will be held in Massachusetts at a later date.

MICHAEL J. LAGASSE
October 4, 1962 ~ March 30, 2022 (Age 59)

DRACUT - Michael J. Lagasse passed away unexpectedly on March 30, 2022 at the age of 59. Michael was a son of Lawrence and Agnes (Milne) Lagasse. He was born in Lowell on October 4, 1962. Michael was the 6th of 9 children born to Lawrence and Agnes. He was raised in Lowell and attended Sacred Heart Elementary School and was a 1981 graduate of Lowell High School. He was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Church. After high school Michael enlisted in the Marine Corps. Reserves and his love of his country was always evident. Mike was a truck driver for many years and most recently was employed at Bomaco Automotive Warehouse in Fitchburg, MA. He was also employed by IBEW Local 104 for 10 years as well as Roma Pizza in Lowell. Mike, with his gentle and caring personality, made friends with everyone he encountered. Mike always greeted everyone with a smile and kind words. Michael lived in Lowell until moving to Dracut 20 years ago. His siblings, Susan, Bobbie, Larry, Paul, Mark, Martin, and Marilyn agree on two truths; Mike was the life of the party and he was Mom's favorite. Mike and his mother shared a close bond that led them to be roommates until Pat's death in 2020. True to his nurturing nature, he cared for his mother when she was ill and was by her side the whole time. Mike was a jokster. He loved family gatherings and holidays and could always be counted on to provide the laughs. Michael loved a good cigar and to enjoy it surrounded by good company. Like a loyal Bostonian, Mike rooted for the Sox and was a lifelong fan. When he wasn't working, Mike enjoyed fishing. What Mike enjoyed most was spending time with his family. Gatherings with his siblings, and nieces and nephews was what brought Michael true joy. He loved being an uncle and he was proud to be the Godfather to many of his nieces and nephews. Michael will be missed by so many in his community, by so many co-workers, by his numerous customers, and by his loving family. Michael was one of a kind.

Michael is survived by his siblings, Susan Perry of Franklin, NH, Bobbie Ayotte and her husband David of Epsom, NH, Larry Lagasse and his wife Susan Ewing-Lagasse of Winchendon, Paul Lagasse of Lowell, Mary Toom and her husband Paul of Laconia, NH, Mark Lagasse of Dracut, Martin Lagasse and his wife Colleen of Chester, NH, and Marilyn Kierstead and her husband Donald of Canaan, NH; many loving nieces and nephews, cousins and his aunt, Helen Pare. Michael is predeceased by his nephew Billy Tatten who died February 24, 2022.

FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY CALL AT THE FAY McCABE FUNERAL HOME, 105 MOORE STREET, LOWELL ON MONDAY, APRIL 4, 2022 FROM 3 UNTIL 7 PM. MICHAEL'S FUNERAL WILL BEGIN 0N TUESDAY AT 9 O'CLOCK FROM THE FUNERAL HOME, FOLLOWED BY HIS FUNERAL MASS AT 10 O'CLOCK AT HOLY FAMILY PARISH - ST. MARIE'S CHURCH, CORNER OF CHAMBERLAIN AND GRAFTON STS. LOWELL. BURIAL SERVICES WILL BE PRIVATE WITH HIS FAMILY.

GORDON CHARLES GIRARD
March 31, 2022 (Age 82)

Gordon Charles Girard, Sr., 82, Passed away in Florence, SC on Thursday, March 31, 2022 with his beloved wife of 61 years, Carol by his side. Gordon and his family had made Brunswick County, NC their home for the last 35 years. He was born in Winchendon, MA, a son of the late George Joseph Girard, Sr. and the late Gertrude Ruth Aiken Girard. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a daughter-in-law, Melissa Girard and his seven siblings, Barbara Girard, George Joseph Girard, Jr., Larry Girard, James Girard, Richard Girard, Linda Basso, and Dennis Girard.

Mr. Girard was a veteran of the US Air Force. He and his family built many wonderful beach homes together all along the North Carolina coast. He was a devoted father and family man who was a friend to all and loved by many. Mr. Girard was known as "Uncle Gordon" by family and friends alike. He loved volunteering at the school where Mrs. Girard was a teacher, helping do whatever was needed of him. He enjoyed traveling with his family and had a passion for gardening.

He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Carol Elizabeth Pierce Girard; seven children, Nancy Jane Betourney (Steven Sr.), Gregory Charles Girard (Keitha), Gerry Carlton Girard (Brenda), Gordon Charles Girard, Jr., Julia Stoddard (Brett), Jeffery Ernest Girard (Jennifer) and Adam Joseph Girard; his surviving brother, David Girard (Sandra); fourteen grandchildren; six great­-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family will hold a memorial service in Massachusetts at a date TBD. Cain Calcutt Funeral Home is honored to serve the Girard family.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Ronald McDonalds House or St. Jude.

PETER R. MARTINEAU
March 23, 1948 ~ April 1, 2022 (Age 74)

Westminster--Peter R. Martineau, 74, died Friday, April 1, 2022, at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston after an illness.

He leaves his wife of 53 years, Linda M. (Lizotte) Martineau; three daughters, Wendy Albert and her husband, Sam, of Westminster; Louann Atkinson and her husband, Ned, of Virginia; Rhonda McDonald and her husband, Michael, of Phillipston; and one son, Peter Martineau, and his wife, Lyndsey, of Westminster; 13 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; three brothers, Ronnie Martineau of AR, Jeff Martineau of Spencer and James Martineau of Winchendon and several nieces and nephews.

Peter was born in Fitchburg on March 23, 1948, son of the late Roland O. and Lucille (Leger) Martineau. He graduated from Fitchburg High School in 1967, and went on to serve our country aboard USS Kitty Hawk, as a welder, during the Vietnam War.

Early in his career, Peter worked at Fitchburg Welding, then taught welding at Monty Tech. Most of his work life, however was spent in sales in both steel fabrication and machining, and compressed air industries.

Peter was a member of St. Edward the Confessor Church in Westminster. Together with his wife Linda, he enjoyed traveling to Pennsylvania, and always enjoyed cheering on the New England Patriots. Most importantly, Pete loved his family. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Pete was an incredible man.

Funeral services for Pete will be held on Thursday, April 7, 2022, at 10:30 a.m. in St. Edward the Confessor Church, 10 Church Street, Westminster, MA 01473.

His burial will follow at 12:00 p.m. in the Massachusetts Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 111 Glenallen Street, Winchendon, MA 01475.

Calling hours will be held on Thursday morning, April 7, 2022, from 8:00-10:00 a.m prior to the funeral in the Mack Family Funeral Home, 105 Central Street, Gardner, MA 01440.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in Pete's name to St. Edward the Confessor Church, Building Fund, 10 Church Street, Westminster, MA 01473.

To leave an online condolence please visit www.mackfamilyfh.com.

Kevin J. Mack, Douglas M. Stone and Walter C. Taylor, funeral directors.