STEVEN A. COURTEMANCHE
July 9, 1946 ~ December 8, 2023 (Age 77)

It is with profound admiration and love that we commemorate the incredible life and legacy of Steven A. Courtemanche Sr., affectionately known as Steve. Born on July 9, 1946, in Winchendon, Massachusetts, he was a compassionate soul, a dedicated professional, a generous provider, and a loving family man. His life was a testament to the quote, "The purpose of life is not to be happy. It is to be useful, to be honorable, to be compassionate, to have it make some difference that you have lived and lived well."

Steve led an accomplished 35-year career as a Mechanical Engineer at GE. Beyond his professional sphere, Steven's dedication shone brightly in his work as a caregiver at Courtemanche Veterans Home, which he owned and operated. He was a beacon of hope and a pillar of strength to 14 veterans, offering them not just a place to stay, but a home brimming with love and understanding. His selfless service and generosity extended far beyond the four walls of the Veterans Home; he touched many lives and left a lasting impact on everyone he met.

Steven's love for his family was unmatched. His beloved wife, Barbara Courtemanche, and his cherished children: Tiffany Courtemanche, Steve (Edna) Jr., and Christopher (Nidia) Courtemanche, were the center of his universe. He was also a doting grandfather to Kody (Jordyn) Knowlton, Kyle (Carissa) Courtemanche, Christopher Jr., and Mariah North. Steven was blessed to have met his great-grandchildren, Jayden Bittick and Macie Knowlton, who will undoubtedly carry on his legacy. Steven was preceded in death by his mother, Lorraine Roy, and his grandmother, Meme Roy.

Steven's life was a true embodiment of the words of Ralph Waldo Emerson, "To leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch, or a redeemed social condition; To know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded." Steven A. Courtemanche Sr. didn't just succeed; he excelled. His life was a celebration of love, service, and family; he will be remembered as a beacon of compassion, dedication, and generosity.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in his name to either, the Parkinson's Foundation at https://parkinsonfoundation.org/donate or the dementia Society of America at https://www.dementiasociety.org/

Calling hours will be held on Sunday, December 17, 2023 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. in the Stone Ladeau Funeral Home, 343 Central Street, Winchendon, MA 01475, a funeral service will follow at 4:00 p.m. in the funeral home. Burial will be in the spring in Calvary Cemetery, Winchendon, MA

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

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

ROBERT WALFRED DEMING
December 17, 1958 ~ December 10, 2023 (Age 64)

Robert Walfred Deming, 64 of Winchendon, MA, passed away Sunday night, December 10th 2023, peacefully at home in his bed, seven days before his 65th birthday.

Bob as he was known by most of his family and friends was born December 17th, 1958 at Burbank Hospital in Fitchburg MA. He was the beloved son of his predeceased parents, his father William Joseph Deming Jr and mother Joan Mary Gustafson Deming of Lunenburg, and brother Tom Deming of Lunenburg. He leaves his two sisters, Kathy Moore of Lunenburg, MA, and Pam Vincent of Wilton, NY, and his brother Bill Deming of Leicester, MA. He also leaves several nieces, nephews, cousins, and many lifelong friends.

Bob was raised and lived in Lunenburg, MA and then in Leominster, Ma, before buying his own home in Winchendon, MA, and has lived there for the past 20 years. Bob attended and graduated High School, from Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical in Fitchburg MA, where he studied automotive repair. Bob loved classic automobiles, working on cars and also loved rock and roll. He enjoyed the outdoors, and loved fishing, hiking, bike riding, and enjoyed family vacations at Myrtle Beach and Lake Champlain and camping in many different areas.

Bob was a very active member for the past 30 years in local AA groups across the area including Ashby, Fitchburg, Gardner, Leominster, Lunenburg, and Winchendon. He was very proud of his sobriety and enjoyed all of his friends that he grew to know from his many group meetings that he attended daily. He sponsored a number of people in AA and was a great influence on many people.

Bob always said, if people wanted to see him and talk with him, they should do so when he was alive. There will be no calling hours or funeral service and burial will be in the North Cemetery, in Lunenburg MA, at the convenience of the family. If you wish to make a donation in his memory, please donate to your local AA group.

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

Stone Ladeau Funeral Home, 343 Central St., Winchendon has been entrusted with his care.

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