KEITH OTTO
November 25, 1933 ~ September 15, 2023 (Age 89)

Winchendon - Keith Wayne Otto, passed away on September 15, 2023, at the Lutheran Rehabilitation Skilled Care Center in Worcester, MA. He was 89 years old.

Keith was born November 25, 1933, to Alfred and Irene (Voecks) Otto in Pierce, Nebraska. He was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith at Zion Lutheran Church in Pierce.

Keith graduated from Pierce High School in 1951. He attended the University of Nebraska for two years prior to enlisting in the US Air Force. After basic training he was sent to an intensive Russian language course and once completed, he was ordered to the Army Language School in Monterey, CA. After graduation he was sent to Air Force Intelligence Headquarters at Shiroi AFB, Japan. Following that assignment, he spent two years in South Korea. Following his service in the Air Force, he attended the University of Washington where he received his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Korean Studies. He then attended Harvard University where he received his Masters and PhD. He was awarded the coveted Fulbright Scholarship to Korea and spent the following year in Seoul, Korea in the Embassy Complex.

Upon his return to the states, Keith accepted a teaching position at a private prep school in Winchendon, MA. He taught history and English and was Assistant Headmaster. As a parting gift, the school presented him with an all-expense paid trip for one week to each of the following places: Taipei, Hong Kong, Seoul, Tokyo, and Honolulu. After retiring from teaching, he opened Mr. Otto’s Flower and Gift shop in Winchendon until he retired at the age of 71.

Keith was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Sidney and Warren. He is survived by three sisters, Ilene Fiedler, Puyallup, WA; Roene (Larry) Kruckenberg, Cheyenne, WY; Sharylene (Ron) Riedel, Pierce, NE, and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

In his own words, Keith stated he had "an exciting, fascinating, rewarding and fun-filled life and was extremely blessed."

A memorial Service will be held on Thursday, September 28, 2023 at 7:00 pm at the Our Savior Lutheran Church, 1 Hager Park Rd., Westminster, MA 01473.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Keith’s memory to Our Savior Lutheran Church, 1 Hager Park Rd., Westminster, MA 01473.

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

Stone Ladeau Funeral Home, 343 Central St., Winchendon is assissting with arrangements. Kevin J. Mack, Walter C. Taylor, and Melissa A. McQuaid, funeral directors

EMILE EDGAR DAIGLE
November 28, 1933 ~ September 24, 2023 (Age 89)

Emile Edgar Daigle, affectionately known as Ed, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2023. He was born on November 28, 1933 in Gardner, Massachusetts and was a long term resident of Otter River.

Ed was a devoted husband to Pauline (Patria) for 65 years. He was a supportive father to Brian Daigle and his wife Katherine, Bonnie Farineau and her husband Thomas, Brenda Breen and her husband Anthony, and Bruce Daigle. He was a doting grandfather to Robert Daigle, Elisandra Daigle, Thomas Daigle, Kiersten Daigle, Katherine Farineau, Caroline Gillett and her husband Rory, Rebecca Schroeder and her husband Jeffrey, and Jessica Breen. His love further extended to his great-granddaughter, Maeve Schroeder. Ed was preceded in death by his parents Emile and Lillian Daigle, and his siblings Cleo Daigle, Alvin Daigle, Stella Dion, and Patrick Daigle.

Ed spent the majority of his career as a truck driver for the Seaman Paper Company, until his retirement in 2002. He was a proud veteran, having served in the US Air Force during the Korean conflict as a tail gunner on a B29, where he flew 18 missions while stationed in Japan. His humble nature shone through in his passion for simple pleasures such as gardening, reading, and completing crossword puzzles. Ed was a "jack of all trades" and could fix anything, from appliances to automobiles, and frequently helped others with their various projects. He also enjoyed remote control airplanes and sailboats, and above all, spending quality time with his family. Ed's loving nature and sense of humor made him a magnet for his grandchildren, who fondly remember spending many hours with him.

His life was a testament to dedication, love and humility. Ed has left an indelible mark on our hearts, and will forever be remembered as a loving husband, caring father, a doting grandfather, and a good friend.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, September 30th at 10:00 am in Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 52 Spruce St. Winchendon, MA 01475. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery.

Calling Hours will be held on Friday, September 29th from 5:00pm –7:00pm in the Stone Ladeau Funeral Home, 343 Central St., Winchendon, MA 01475.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Alliance Health at Baldwinville, Activities Fund, 51 Hospital Road Baldwinville, MA, 01436.

We invite you to share your memories and upload photographs of Ed on the memorial page at www.stone-ladeau.com. Your stories and pictures will serve as a tribute to Ed's remarkable life and the legacy he leaves behind.

Stone Ladeau Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements.

Kevin J. Mack, Walter C. Taylor, Melissa A. McQuaid, directors.