JANET GAIL (MATTOS) FLANAGAN
May 22, 1948 ~ February 3, 2024 (Age 75)

Janet (Mattos) Flanagan, died at her home on Saturday, February 3, 2024, with her family by her side.

She was a loving wife, mother, sister and friend. But above all her most treasured role was being a doting grandmother.

She found joy in being part of her grandchildren's lives, whether that was watching them excel at school and sports or simply being in their presence. Some of her favorite pastimes include the family traditions of making pepper relish and rolls, quilting, and tea time with her girlfriends. During winter months, she could be found at her son's hockey and her daughter's skating events at the Clark Ice Rink.

Janet was born in Gardner on May 22, 1948. She was a 1966 Graduate of Murdock High School. She was a proud lifelong resident of Winchendon and retired from the Winchendon Public Schools in 2007.

She leaves her husband Brian Flanagan; son Anthony Delmonico and his wife Lynne, two daughters, Ashlee Santerre and her husband Jeffrey, and Kate Davieau and her husband Ben; five grandchildren, Logan, Jack, Parker, Lucy, and Charlotte; five sisters, Page-Ann Coleman and her husband Bob, Jackie Frantz, Nancy Labossiere, Susan Martin and her husband Randy, and Debra Daniels; and one brother, Michael Mattos.

She is predeceased by her parents, Manual and Patience (Meehan) Mattos, and a brother, William Mattos.

The family would like to thank Brandi Fontaine of Catholic Charities and the staff at Care Central VNA & Hospice.

Funeral services will be private at the convenience of the family.

We invite you to leave your memories, stories, and photos of Janet on the memorial page at www.stone-ladeau.com.

Stone Ladeau Funeral Homes, 343 Central St., Winchendon has been entrusted with her arrangements.

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

BONNIE JANE (COLEMAN) THAYER
March 28, 1945 ~ February 3, 2024 (Age 78)

Bonnie Thayer, a beacon of warmth and wisdom, departed from our world on February 3, 2024. Born on March 28, 1945, in Ironwood, Michigan, Bonnie's life was a testament to strength, resilience, and boundless love. She graduated from Luther L. Wright High School in 1963. She then received her Associate's Degree from Gogebic Community College in 1965 and her Bachelor of Science degree from Northern Michigan University in 1967. She dedicated her life to education, guiding countless young minds in Anoka, Minnesota, Mantowok, Wisconsin, and finally in Winchendon, Massachusetts, where she served first as a First Grade Teacher and then as a Special Needs Teacher until her retirement. Her love for learning and teaching was only surpassed by her love for her loved ones and her community.

Bonnie's passion for life was evident in her many hobbies. She was an avid gnome collector, a fervent reader of Cozy Mysteries, a crossword puzzle enthusiast, and a keen gardener. Her love for Wells Beach, Maine, was a testament to her appreciation of nature's beauty. As a proud member of the United Parish in Winchendon, she served various committees over the years. Bonnie was also a part of the Woman's Fellowship and in her youth, the Daughters of Job. Her life was brimming with vigor and a never-ending pursuit of knowledge, love, and service.

Bonnie is survived by her loving husband of 52 years, John Thayer, her two daughters - Melissa and Meghan Thayer, her brother David Coleman, her sister-in-law Wendy Thayer, her brother-in-law David (Rhonda) Thayer and her nieces and nephews - Lynn Coleman, Kevin (Andrea) Coleman, and Jennifer (Brian) Goodman. Devin (Justine) Thayer, Daniel Thayer, Sarah Thayer, Caitlin Thayer, and three great nephews and a great niece. She is preceded in death by her parents, Albert Jr., and Margret Coleman.

Calling hours will be held on Friday, February 9, 2024, from 5:00 -7:00 pm in the Stone-Ladeau Funeral Home, 343 Central Street, Winchendon, Massachusetts, 01475. The funeral service will follow on Saturday, February 10, 2024, at 11:00 am in United Parish Church, 39 Front Street, Winchendon, MA 01475.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the United Parish of Winchendon.

We invite you to leave your memories, stories, and photos of Bonnie on the memorial page. Your contributions will help us remember and celebrate Bonnie's remarkable life. Let us remember her not with sorrow, but with the joy and warmth she brought into our lives, at www.stone-ladeau.com

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