DORIS E. (WALTZ) GOULD
March 20, 1930 ~ November 30, 2022 (Age 92)

ASHBURNHAM - Doris E. (Waltz) "Midge" Gould, 92, of Ashburnham, died peacefully at her residence Wednesday morning, November 30, 2022, with her family at her side.

She was born in Ashburnham on March 20, 1930, daughter of the late Leon E. and Irma M. (Beck) Waltz and was a resident of Ashburnham her entire life.

Her husband of 57 years, Robert W. Gould, died in 2008. She leaves six children, Robert W. Gould 2nd of Ashburnham, Sheila C. Mariano and husband Steve of Westminster, Donna M. Gould of Ashburnham, Michael J. Gould of Winchendon, Scott T. Gould of Ashburnham and Todd P. Gould and his wife Serena of Framingham; a sister, Carol Chenevert of Ashburnham; 11 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Pamela N. Smith, her grandson, Brandon S. Gould U. S. Marine Corps and a sister, Barbara Rocheleau.

Midge loved spending time with her family and grandchildren. She enjoyed animals, gardening, reading and crossword puzzles. She also enjoyed watching Jeopardy and Wheel of Fortune.

Funeral services will be private.

Burial will be in Massachusetts Veterans' Memorial Cemetery, Winchendon.

Memorial donations may be made to Ahimsa Haven Animal Rescue, 202 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, directors

LINDA M. BEGEN
February 15, 1942 ~ November 21, 2022 (Age 80)

Gardner - Linda M. (Bennett) Begen (also known as Linda M. Droney), age 80 of Gardner, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 21, 2022, with family by her side, at the Baldwinville Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Baldwinville, Massachusetts.

Linda was born February 15, 1942, in Lynn, Massachusetts, the daughter of the late June (McKinley) Roth and Harry Bennett. She is survived by her husband Edward J. Begen of Gardner, Massachusetts, her three daughters Kate Droney and her husband Joseph Progin of Fitchburg, Sharon Demers and her husband Darrell Demers of Lunenburg, and Gail Brennan and her husband Jamie Brennan of Peabody. She leaves behind five grandchildren: Sarah Demers of Portland, Maine, Nathan Demers of Elizabeth City, NC, Henry Demers of Standish, Maine, Elizabeth Brennan, and Maggie Lynne Brennan of Peabody, Massachusetts.

After graduating from Lynn English High School, Linda went on to attend nursing school and become an LPN. Over the course of her 45 years in nursing, she enjoyed working at North Shore Children's Hospital in Salem, Massachusetts, Union Hospital in Lynn, Massachusetts, and at the offices of Dr. Janz in Punta Gorda, Florida. Linda had held residences in Lynn, Salem, and Peabody, Massachusetts before moving to Port Charlotte, Florida in 1995 where she retired from nursing. She moved back to Massachusetts in 2005 taking up residence in Winchendon and eventually moving to Gardner.

Linda loved music, dancing, and animals. She loved many pets over her lifetime, most of them rescues. Linda was most proud of her family and absolutely loved being a wonderful "Grammy." Camping, gardening, singing in her church choir, crocheting items for friends and family, walking and boating gave her much joy. Her ability to make people laugh and smile with her silliness will be greatly missed.

Calling hours will be held on Friday, December 9, 2022, from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm, with a prayer service to follow at 4:00 pm in the Mack Funeral Home, 105 Central Street, Gardner, MA 01440.

A date and time for a Celebration of Life gathering will be announced.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the MSPCA at www.MSPCA.org or to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at www.stjude.org.

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

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

ELIZA JADE LaVENTURE-MAENZO
October 26, 2022 ~ December 2, 2022 (Age 1 month)

Eliza Jade LaVenture-Maenzo, the infant daughter of Jared R.W. Maenzo and Jetta M.M. LaVenture of Gardner, who was born on October 26, 2022, passed away unexpectedly Friday, December 2, 2022, in in her sleep at home. During Eliza's short time here on Earth, she touched many lives and was loved deeply by her parents, family, and friends. Her infectious smile and beautiful eyes will be missed by all who had the opportunity to meet her. Eliza's life was a brief gift that will live on in the hearts of all those who loved her.

Besides her parents, Eliza is survived by her paternal grandparents, Stacey Maenzo of Rutland and Joe Maenzo of Holden; maternal grandparents, Kristin Gallant of Winchendon and Steve Gallant; three aunts, Callie LaVenture of Athol, Ryaley LaVenture of Winchendon and Adyllen Miles of Winchendon; an uncle, Gavin Maenzo of Rutland; and her cousin, Rhett Merrill.

Funeral Services will be private.

A Celebration of Eliza's Life will be held Thursday, Decemeber 15, 2022, at 4:00 p.m. at the Fraternal Order of Eagles #747, 71 City Hall Avenue, Gardner, MA.

Memorial Contributions may be made to American SIDS Institute, 528 Raven Way, Naples, FL, 34110, or on their website at (www.sids.org). Please reference in memory of Eliza Jade LaVenture-Maenzo.

SYLVIA JOAN THOMPSON
February 27, 1925 ~ November 27, 2022 (Age 97)

Sylvia Joan Thompson, 97, of Nashua, NH, passed away Sunday, November 27, 2022. She was born on February 27, 1925 in Marlboro, Massachusetts, daughter of Orlando Greenleaf Hills and Annie Lillian (Hoffman) of Marlboro, MA Pre-deceased by her husband David Mosher Thompson Jr., her son Thomas Thompson and granddaughter Shanon Kuykendall.

She is survived by son David M. Thompson III and wife Jan of Houston, Texas, daughter Susan L. Rollins and husband Charles Sr. of Ashburnham, MA, daughter Marjorie E. Collicutt and husband Fred of Wentworth, NH, son James W. Thompson and wife Pat of Windsor, NH, son and care giver Jonathan L. Thompson of Nashua, NH, granddaughter Sandy Slinde and husband Jeff of Milaca, Minn, grandson Charles P. Rollins Jr. of Dudley, MA, granddaughter Kimberly Gahagen and husband Scott of Winchendon, MA, Rebecca Lessard and husband Mike of Auburn, MA, Jennifer Jollymore and husband Eric of Cholchester, VT, granddaughter Jessie Thompson and partner Russ Sandown of Windsor, NH, granddaughter Jody Donahue of Rumney, NH and husband Brian, grandson R. Scott Collicutt and wife Dee of Northbridge, MA, granddaughters Jana Walters of Ft. Worth, Texas, Kelly Wilson and husband Greg of Houston, Texas. Great grandchildren Charles P. Rollins III, Nathan, Nicholas and Lauren Gahagen, Michael and David Lessard, Matthew and Ben Jollymore, Corey Donahue and wife Courtney, Kyle Donahue and wife Kristen, Patrick and Alyssa Collicutt, and Damon Kuykendall. Great, Great granddaughters Marissa and Isabella Donahue.

Sylvia was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great, great grandmother. She was known for her baking skills, especially her Chocolate Chip Cookies and Sour Cream Coffee Cake. For many years she kept the tradition of making May Baskets for friends and family. She was a past department president of The Ladies of The Grand Army of the Republic, a Civil War decedents organization to support patriotism. She was an avid gardener keeping the family in fresh vegetables. She loved Christmas and would be up before the kids on Christmas morning singing Christmas carols to wake the sleeping kids and parents in the house. She was a good Christian woman who loved the Lord.

A Celebration of Her Life will be held in the Spring of 2023. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua.

HANNELORE MARIA HAND
February 6, 1938 ~ December 4, 2022 (Age 84)

WINCHENDON - Hannelore Maria (Göpfrich) Hand, 84, of Winchendon, died peacefully Sunday evening, December 4, 2022 in Alliance Health at Baldwinville, with her family at her side.

She was born in Mannheim, Germany on February 6, 1938, daughter of the late Friedrich and Maria W. (Grable) Göpfrich and was a resident of Winchendon for most of her life.

Hannelore had worked as a store manager at AAFES (Army and Air Force Exchange Service) as a store manager at Fort Devens, Hanscom Air Force Base and Schweinfurt, Germany for many years until her retirement. She was an avid fan of NASCAR, New England Patriots, and Boston Red Sox. She especially treasured time with her family.

She leaves her son David M. Howard Jr. of Westminster; a daughter, Crystal A. Duchesne and her husband Rob of Winchendon; five grandchildren, four great grandchildren and her former husband and lifelong friend David M. Howard Sr. She was preceded in death by two sons, Mark J. Howard and Kenneth Howard and her brother, Hans Göpfrich.

Calling hours in Stone-Ladeau Funeral Home, 343 Central Street, Winchendon are Monday, December 19, 2022 from 2 to 4 P.M.

Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery.

To leave and online condolence, please visit www.stone-ladeau.com

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

SUSAN R. THROWER
August 22, 1960 ~ November 26, 2022 (Age 62)

Susan R. Thrower, 62, of Nashua passed away on November 26, 2022, at St. Joseph's Hospital surrounded by her family.

Susan was born on August 22, 1960, in Cambridge, MA. She was the daughter of Georgine Albee and the late Henry Gaudreau. Growing up she lived around Boston and eventually ended up in Quincy, MA. where she graduated from Quincy High School in 1978. After graduating from high school, she had a lengthy career at numerous banks in Massachusetts and New Hampshire as a proof operator. In 1984, she met her husband Charles Thrower and after getting married June 9, 1985, they lived in Norwood, MA until moving to Nashua, NH the following year.

Susan was a very creative person and always had a knack for knowing what she wanted and what it would look like upon completion. She was into making puzzles, jewelry making, crocheting, diamond art, and many other crafts. Over the years she crocheted many slippers, baby blankets, hats and afghans. It seemed like there was nothing she wouldn't tackle. If it was refurbishing a piece of furniture or mending a plant back to health, she did it. She did everything in her power to make everything beautiful and perfect to her liking.

Holidays were always a special time for Susan. We had things galore for every holiday of the year and then some. At times it seemed over the top, but when everything was in place and set up it added so much warmth and comfort for our family. And on Christmas Day it was always a joy to have some believers. Susan always cherished her family and friends all throughout the year.

Susan was a wonderful person and will be sadly missed. The family would like to thank the Nurses and Doctors at the St. Joseph's Hospital ICU for their care and compassion.

Susan is survived by husband Charles, daughters Tara, Jill and partner Nikki, and granddaughter Kenzlee. She is also survived by her mother Georgine Pollard, sister Charlene and husband Michael Harrington, brother Mark and wife Maureen Gaudreau along with many cousins, nieces, nephews, stepmother, and stepbrothers.

A service will be held Sunday December 18th at United Parish of Winchendon 39 Front Street in Winchendon, MA at 2:00pm. Burial service will be private at the Massachusetts Veterans Cemetery.

RUTH A. OSTERGARD
March 9, 1932 ~ November 29, 2022 (Age 90)

Ruth A. (Jaynes) Ostergard, age 90, of Homosassa, FL passed away on November 29, 2022 at the Royal Dalton House in Homosassa.

Born in Chelsea, MA, on March 9, 1932 to the late Lester and Alma Jaynes, Ruth attended Chelsea public schools. She married Ronald C. "Duke" Ostergard on November 3, 1951; they had two children.

Ruth worked for New England Electric System, drove a school bus for the town of Groton, MA, and also worked for New England Business Service (NEBS) before retiring.

Ruth was predeceased by her husband, Ronald C. "Duke" Ostergard; her sister, Edith M. Jaynes Morin; and her first grandchild, James C. Brooks.

She is survived by daughter, Leslie O. (Joseph) Ramalho of Homosassa, FL, son, Dale C. (Virginia) Ostergard of Rindge, NH, 2 grandsons: Adam (Erin) Ostergard of Fitzwilliam, NH and Brad (Julie) Ostergard of Winchendon, MA, 4 great-grandchildren, Maxwell Ostergard, Alex Ostergard, Sadie Ostergard and Jillian Ostergard.

Per Ruth's request there will be no services held locally. Her cremated remains will be interred with her husband at Woodlawn Cemetery in Everett, MA.

Memorial donations may be made in Ruth's honor to Hardin Haven Inc., PO Box 924, Inverness, FL 34451. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.hooperfuneral home.com. Arrangements are under the direction of the Homosassa Chapel of Hooper Funeral Homes and Crematory.

OLGA L. FLOYD
July 7, 1927 ~ December 5, 2022 (Age 95)

Olga L. Floyd of Kamloops passed away on December 5, 2022.

Olga was born in Lytton, BC on July 7, 1927, daughter of Vera and John Shamley. She is now reunited with her husband Maurice Floyd who left us February 28, 1976.

Olga graduated from King George High School in Vancouver, returned to Lytton to marry Maurice where they owned and operated Floyd's Meat Market. They moved to Port Alberni in the early 1960's before settling in Kamloops in 1965.

Olga leaves her son, Dr. Albert Floyd of Kamloops; daughter, Dr. Maureen (Rick) Ward of Winchendon, MA; grandson Joel (Laura) McCall of Kamloops; granddaughter Jody (Werner) Stump of Malakwa; grandson Connor Floyd of Burnaby; great granddaughters Nisa and Zoe McCall; great grandsons Kurtis and Kolton Stump; many nieces and nephews.

Olga wished to be remembered for her joy of life, love of family, and faith that she would be reunited with Maurice.

Memorial donations may be made to the BC Cancer Society or the Kamloops Salvation Army, 344 Poplar St., Kamloops, BC. V2B 4B8

NEAL E. GLEASON
May 12, 1957 ~ November 24, 2022 (Age 95)

WINCHENDON - Neal E. Gleason, 65, of Winchendon died Thursday, November 24, 2022 in his residence.

He was born in Winchendon on May 12, 1957, son of the late Wayne E. and Lois C. (White) Gleason and was a resident of Winchendon for most of his life. Neal was a 1975 graduate of Murdock High School in Winchendon.

A machinist by trade, Neal had worked at Goodspeed Machine Co. in Winchendon, NCR in Peterborough, NH, Reed-Rico in Holden, General Electric in Fitchburg and Rodney Hunt in Orange, MA. He enjoyed golfing, fishing, playing the lottery and spending time with his surviving brother and sister and their families.

He leaves a brother, Brent Gleason and his wife Linda, and a sister, Gail Norcross and her husband Roger. Additionally, nieces and nephews include Carolyn Bradley and husband Liam of Lunenburg, Hillary Powell and spouse Kaoru of Pearl City, Hawaii, Travis, Evan Bret, Zachary, Anders and Kelsie Norcross, all originally of Winchendon. Neal's passing was preceded by not only his parents but also a brother, Mark.

A graveside service will be held at a later date.

To leave and online condolence, please visit www.stone-ladeau.com

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