Mary W. O’Leary

WOODSTOCK —  Mary (Walsh) O’Leary, 75 of Senexet Village Rd., died Sept. 5, 2016, in her home. She was the wife of Brian L. O’Leary.  Born in 1941 in Salem, Mass., she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Sophie (Karzmarek) Walsh.

Mrs. O’Leary graduated from St. James High School in Salem. She went to work at the telephone company while taking classes at Salem State College and Boston College.  After marrying, she settled in Marblehead, Mass., before moving to Wakefield, Mass., to raise her family.

Mary worked as a clerk in the Assessor’s Office for the Town of Wakefield.  She became involved in many community organizations, helping to found Friends of Lake Quannapowitt.  She worked diligently with this group to not only beautify the lake, but make the lake accessible to all and to ensure the health of the lake.  Her tireless work was recognized when she was awarded the Gertrude Spaulding Award in 2010.  Mary recognized the importance of local libraries, joining and helping lead Friends of the Library groups in Wakefield and in Putnam, as well as book groups, often being in the middle of three or more books at a time.  Mary was an avid and accomplished quilter.  

In addition to her husband, Mary leaves her son, John O’Leary (April) of Tewksbury, Mass.; daughters, Gail Klanchesser (John) of Newington, N.H., Joanne Listro (Anthony) of Woodstock; brothers, William Walsh of Newington, and Jack Walsh (Jean) of Salem; sister, Margaret Penney (John) of Hanover, Mass.; and grandchildren, Joseph, Matthew, Nicholas, Rebecca, Linnea, Micaela, Ryan, Samuel, Benjamin, Jacob, Anthony, and Sophia.  

The Mass of Christian Burial was Sept. 9 in Most Holy Trinity Church, Pomfret. Donations: Friends of the Lake Quannapowitt, FOLQ, P.O. Box 517, Wakefield, MA 01880; or to the Putnam Public Library, 225 Kennedy Dr., Putnam, CT 06260; or to the Gertrude Chandler Warner Boxcar Museum, 1-49 S. Main St., Putnam, CT 06260.

Gilman Funeral Home, 104 Church St., Putnam.

 

Shauna Julian Trombley

N. GROSVENORDALE — Shauna Ann Julian Trombley, 20, of Central Street, died Sept. 9, 2016, in an automobile accident. Born in 1996 in Southbridge, she was the daughter of Lori Julian of N. Grosvenordale and the late Terry Trombley.

Shauna was a dietary aide at Webster Manor.  She had a vibrant personality, a heartwarming smile, and the desire to live life to the fullest.  She had a huge heart and was willing to help anyone at any time.  She enjoyed listening to music with her brother and having long talks with him. She especially enjoyed spending time with her mother — her “Queen,” her rock. 

In addition to her mother, Shauna leaves her brother, Jesse Julian Trombley of N. Grosvenordale; her maternal grandmother, Doris Julian of Thompson; her paternal grandfather, Mike Trombley of Malone, N.Y.; her aunts and uncles, Ellen Packard (Mike) of Charlton, Paul Julian (Jessica) Jessica of Holland, Mass., Scott Trombley of Malone, Michelle Trombley of M; cousins.  She was predeceased by her grandfather, Jean Julian, and grandmother, Dorothy Trombley

Visitation is from 5 to 8 p.m. Sept. 15 in the Valade Funeral Home, N. Grosvenordale. Donations: Shauna A. Julian Trombley Fund, PO Box 131, Putnam, CT 06260.  Make checks payable to Ellen Packard. 

 

Margaret Auger

WAUREGAN — Margaret Theresa (Cusson) Auger, 81 of Wauregan, died Sept. 9, 2016, at Matulaitis Nursing Home in Putnam. She was the wife of 63 years to Gerald Auger. 

She was born April 7, 1935, in Danielson, daughter of the late Ida (Beaudoin) (Blais) and Major Cusson.

She attended St. James School in Danielson and Putnam Catholic Academy in Putnam. She was a communicant of Sacred Heart Church in Wauregan. Margaret worked for 32 years for Novelty Textile in Wauregan and 10 years in the Plainfield High School cafeteria.

Besides her Husband Gerald, she leaves her eight children: Steven Auger (Polly) of Moosup, Richard Auger (Linda) of Woodstock, Sandra LaBelle and Mario Palumbo of Brooklyn, Jeanne Wintrow (Phillip) of Dayville, Laurie Ducat (Peter) of Sterling, Ronald Auger of Brooklyn, Robert Auger of Moosup, Kenneth Auger (Susan) of Sterling; 19 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren; siblings Sr. Cecile Cusson, DHS, of Putnam, Robert Cusson Sr., of Waterford, Theodore Cusson of Manchester, N.H. She was predeceased by her siblings Leonard Cusson, Victor Cusson, Anita Ducat.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. Sept. 15 Sacred Heart Church, Wauregan, with burial in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Donations: Daughters of the Holy Spirit retirement fund, Development Office, 72 Church St., Putnam, CT 06260. Gagnon and Costello Funeral Home, 33 Reynolds St., Danielson. 

 

Raymond N. Magnan

WOODSTOCK — Raymond Magnan, 81, of Harrisville Road, died Sept. 11, 2016, at home after a brief illness. He was the husband of the late Rolande (Hebert) Magnan for 57 years. Born in 1935 in Putnam, he was the son of the late Beatrice (Robitaille) Gay and step-son of George Gay.

Ray worked for American Optical as the warehouse manager for more than 40 years.

He enjoyed hiking, archery and playing the organ. He was an avid NASCAR fan and was a member of the Putnam Fish and Game Club.

He leaves his brother, Richard Magnan (Priscilla) of Putnam; his niece, Sharon Tyrrell (Brandon) of Stafford Springs; his nephews, Michael Magnan of Woodstock, and Maurice Savoie (Renate) of Vancouver, Wash. 

The Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. Sept. 16 in Most Holy Trinity Church, Pomfret. Burial will be private.  Donations: Most Holy Trinity Church, Pomfret. Gilman Funeral Home, 104 Church St., Putnam.

 

Stella A. Campbell

THOMPSON — Stella A. Campbell, 77, of Thompson, died Sept. 10, 2016, at UMass Memorial Medical Center in Worcester, after a brief battle with lung cancer. She was the wife of the late Charles Campbell. He died June 21, 2015. 

She was born April 2, 1939, in Putnam, daughter of the late Jeannette (Lacasse) and Ferdinand Parent. 

She worked as an office assistant for Windham Container and Waters Brothers Oil Co. Stella enjoyed her retirement at her home on the lake. 

She leaves her son Thomas Campbell (Donna) of Thompson; grandchildren, Allyson Vandi, Lauren Ramos, Michaella Vandi; sisters Monica Gonet (Charles) of Pinehurst, N.C., Lucille Bernier (Robert) of Brooklyn; nieces and nephews and her dog “Buddy”.

There are no services. Donations: Hospice of NE CT, PO Box 632, Putnam, CT 06260. Smith and Walker Funeral Home, 148 Grove St., Putnam.

 

Nancy Charpentier

POMFRET — Nancy (Lucchesi) Charpentier, 81, died Sept. 7, 2016, in her home. She was the wife of Thomas A. Charpentier for 57 years.  Born in 1935 in Putnam, she was the daughter of the late Elside and Domenica (Prosperi) Lucchesi.

Mrs. Charpentier was a graduate of Putnam High School. She earned a bachelor’s degree from the former Annhurst College in Woodstock and taught fifth grade for Killingly Central School prior to getting married.  She taught CCD Class at Holy Trinity and volunteered at the annual church bazaars. Throughout her life, she reminisced of joyful times spent with family at the Lucchesi Fruit and Gourmet Store. 

She was a proud first generation American and always felt eternally grateful to be an American.  She enjoyed lighthouses and spending time at the ocean.  

She was an avid Red Sox fan and was a lover of cats.

In addition to her husband Thomas, she leaves her son, Christopher E. Charpentier; and her daughter, Melanie C. Charpentier.

The Funeral was private. Donations: P.A.W.S. P.O. Box 248, Eastford CT, 06242; or to Hospice of NE CT, P.O. Box 632, Putnam, CT 06260. Gilman Funeral Home, 104 Church St., Putnam.

 

Michael W. Madden

WOODSTOCK —  Michael W. Madden, 50, died Sept. 2016, in Harrington Hospital in Southbridge.  He was the husband of Heather (Lynch) Madden.  Born in 1965 in Marlborough, Mass., he was the son of William F. Madden of Marlborough and the late Frances (Gaucher) Madden.

Mr. Madden was the owner of Oak Knoll Builders.

Michael was a member of the National Riflemen Association, Putnam Business Association, Eight Point Sportsman Club in Sterling, Sigma Chi Fraternity at Bridgewater State University Theta Zeta Chapter, and was on the advisory board at Ellis Technical High School for the Carpentry Department. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, and golf, and spending time with his family.

He leaves his wife Heather Madden of Woodstock; father William F. Madden of Marlborough; a son Michael E. Madden of Woodstock; a daughter Jessica M. Madden of Woodstock; a sister Donna M. Higgins (Steven) of Northborough, Mass.; a brother James R. Madden of Woodstock; and nieces and nephews Mallory, Stacey, William, Bryan, Branden, Bailey, Gracie and Shane; and great-nephew William. He was predeceased by his mother Frances Madden and a brother William Madden. 

A Mass of Christian Burial was Sept. 12 at Most Holy Trinity Church, Pomfret, with burial at St. Mary Cemetery, Putnam.  Donations: H. H. Ellis Technical School, Carpentry Department, 613 Upper Maple St., Danielson, CT 06239. Gilman Funeral Home, 104 Church St., Putnam.

 

Louis E. Rock Jr.

WEBSTER — Louis E. Rock Jr., 64, died Sept. 5, 2016, at home.

He was born and raised in Webster, the son of Louis E. Rock Sr. and Sophia (Sysco) Rock, both lifelong residents, and was a lifelong resident himself.

Mr. Rock was a carpenter and jack of all trades. He worked in maintenance for many years. An outdoorsman, he enjoyed fishing and hunting. He liked to work on cars and to build models.

He leaves two sons, Louis E. Rock III and his longtime companion Tammy of Webster, and Shawn Rock of Worcester; two daughters, Melissa L. Rock and her fiancé Thomas Walker of Pemaquid, Maine, and Jessica A. Rock of Putnam; seven grandchildren; two brothers, Johnny and Russell Rock, both of Maine. He was predeceased by his sister Audrey Young.

Mr. Rock donated his body to Harvard Medical School for anatomical and biological research. Donations: Webster-Dudley Food Share, c/o United Church of Christ, Federated, 4 Church St., Webster, MA 01570. Sitkowski & Malboeuf Funeral Home, Webster.

 

Barbara McGrath

POMFRET — Barbara McGrath of Pomfret died Aug. 25, 2016, at St. Joseph Living Center in Windham. Barbara was born in 1933 in Bridgeport a daughter of the late Stephen and Mary Mizak and attended Green Mountain Junior College and Toby Coburn School before becoming one of the youngest retail buyers in the U.S. Her career was cut short when she was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. She was Multiple Sclerosis Mother of the Year in 1972 and was honored at the White House by Pat Nixon. She has lived at St. Joseph’s Living Center since 2009. 

She leaves two sons: George E. McGrath III (Ana Mayer) of Silver Spring, Md., John L. McGrath (Kim) of Winston-Salem, N.C.; a granddaughter Maryanne Byrd and great-granddaughter Vera Byrd; two brothers Albert Mizak (Patricia) of Brooklyn and Raymond Mizak (Phyllis) of Chandler, Ariz. 

Dougherty Bros. Funeral Home, Plainfield.

 

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