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Week of October 27 to November 3, 2022

Obituaries

May Riedel

MAY RIEDEL
May 1, 1972 ~ October 13, 2022 (Age 50)

Mary "May" (LeBlanc) Riedel, 50, of Winchendon, passed away far too soon, October 13, 2022, with her husband by her side, after a long illness.

She leaves her husband, Jason Riedel; two daughters, Samantha Rousseau and grandson Dakota of Gardner and Tyler Rousseau of Gardner; her father, Ernest LeBlanc of Fitchburg; her mother, Adeline (D'Ambroise) Lolli of Fitchburg; one sister, Anne Dewey and her husband Shaun of Winchendon; one brother, Richard LeBlanc and his wife Erica of TN and several nieces and nephews.

May was born in Fitchburg on May 1, 1972. She attended Saint Joseph's Catholic School, in Cleghorn where she grew up, and was a 1990 graduate of Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School. She worked many years as a Hairdresser along with various other jobs. One of her fondest hobbies and talents was photography and various other handmade crafts and creations all known as Amayze Originals. She enjoyed scenic rides through the countryside, flea markets, fairs and antiquing with her husband and spending time with her daughters and grandson. There are countless and unforgettable memories spent with friends and loved ones in her infamous front porch "The Bajanjo Room".

Her outlook on Life was to always LIVE, LAUGH, LOVE. She was fun-loving, free spirited and kindhearted who always put the needs of others before her own, yet when she needed to be, in her own words she was "strong like a bull". She loved life and had the ability to light up the room, lifting the spirits of those around her, making us all feel special. She was one of those people that you meet and immediately they have an impact on your life. Her wisdom, sense of humor and positive outlook on life advice will be everlasting. She was a fantastic cook who could make a delicious meal out of any available ingredients. She loved nature and all animals, especially the family dog "Sunshine". She had a deep devotion and love for her family and friends and was always willing to help and assist people in need, even a stranger. She was a woman who was full of life and was always full of joy. She was always smiling, happy and was a bright light in the world.

Her funeral will be held on Saturday, October 22, 2022 at 11:00 am in St. Joseph Church, Clarendon Street, Fitchburg, MA.

A calling hour will be held in the church from 9:30 - 10:30 am prior to the funeral. To leave an online condolence please visit, www.stone-ladeau.com

The Stone Ladeau Funeral Home, 343 Central Street, Winchendon, MA 01475 has been entrusted with May's funeral services.

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

Please send flowers to the Stone Ladeau Funeral Home

Debra Jean Bourque

DEBRA JEAN BOURQUE
November 14, 1990 ~ October 9, 2022 (Age 50)

Winchendon--Debra Jean Bourque, 31, died at her home on October 9, 2022 after a long battle with MS.

She leaves her mother, Paulette (Walker) Bourque of Winchendon; her father, Alex Bourque of Berlin, NH; one sister, Ashley Bourque of Winchendon; two brothers, Andrew Fadden and Payton Riff both of NH and one niece Kayden Rodriguez of Winchendon.

She was born in Berlin, NH on November 14, 1990. She enjoyed watching the Steve Wilkos Show and Chicago Fire. She loved a good cup of coffee and got great joy from teasing her mom.

Debra will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Her funeral services will be private.

The Stone Ladeau Funeral Home, 343 Central Street, Winchendon, MA 01475.

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

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