Obituaries
Francis Michael Pierce, 78, formerly of Groton, passed away in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on June 3, 2016.
He was devoted to his family and church, The Church Of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
At his request, a private celebration of his life will be held by family and close friends at a later date.
Those wishing to commemorate Frank’s life are encouraged to donate in his name to the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress...
Joan R. Hutchinson (Grissell), 77, of Groton, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2016 at the UMass Memorial Hospital in Worcester after a sudden illness.
She was the beloved wife of the late Joseph D. Hutchinson. She is survived by her loving children Daniel J. Hutchinson, David J. Hutchinson and Annette M. Dolbow. She is survived as well by her grandchildren Cal Hutchinson, Camden Hutchinson, Joseph Hutchinson, Leeanne...
Julia Pietras, 86, of Groton died on June 25, 2016 at Keystone Nursing Home in Leominster. She was born in Lawrence, MA on September 17, 1929 daughter of the late Andrew and Catherine (Haberski) Pietras. A lifelong resident of Groton, she graduated from Groton High School as Class Valedictorian. She has worked many jobs in the insurance industry in Groton and surround towns.
Julia is survived by her brother John and his wife Georgette...
On the beautiful summer afternoon of Tuesday, June 21, 2016, Stan’s energetic spirit broke free and soared heavenward. He passed away at his home in Pepperell as was his wish. Stan is survived by his wife Bobbye and his sister Nancy L. Kopec of Windham, NH, as well as extended family members.
Stan was the son of the late Stanley Kopec Sr. and the late Anna (Duda) Kopec. He grew up in West Groton amongst close-knit family, friends and...
John M. Fortier of Groton, age 58, died on June 21st, 2016 at home with his family. John fought hard for nine months against cancer.
John, the son of Paul and Jean Fortier, was born in Berlin, NH and grew up in Sunapee NH. He graduated from Sunapee High School in 1975 and from UNH in 1979. While at UNH, he met Barb Zemlin and they began the world’s longest courtship…
After college graduation, John worked in Sunapee for a few years and then...
Ira David Shull, 52, of Shirley, passed away Sunday, June 5 from a glioblastoma brain tumor. He died at home and spent his last days with family and friends.
Ira was known for his open, friendly personality; his irrepresible sense of humor; and his gentle, considerate nature. A skilled writer and storyteller, he worked as a writer, editor, and teacher. He did freelance writing and editing for a variety of clients, including several...
Eleanor (Maguire) Dent, 76, of West Groton passed away in her home Saturday, June 25, 2016. She was born in New Bedford, MA on October 17, 1939 to the late Charles and Eleanor Maguire. In 1956 Eleanor married her beloved husband Donald Dent, they moved to West Groton in 1965 where they made a home and raised a family. For most of her life she was an events manager for Pennwell Publishing company. Eleanor enjoyed gardening and reading in her...
The family of Jim Gilson (Sr.), formerly of Groton, would like to invite friends and acquaintances to a gathering in honor of his memory. He passed away on April 9, 2016 at the age of 84.
Saturday, June 18, 2016 from 2 pm – 5 pm, Blackbird Hall, Groton Country Club, 94 Lovers Lane, Groton.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that remembrances be sent in his name to Veterans Inc, 69 Grove Street, Worcester, MA 01605 [http://www.veteransinc....
Jean Robinson (Thayer) Ashton of Leominster, and most recently of River Court in West Groton, passed away on June 5, 2016 following a short illness at the Life Care Center of Littleton.
Jean was born in Groton and raised on Westfield Farm, the daughter of Margaret J. and Weston C. Thayer. She graduated from Groton High School, where she served as both a Co-Captain and Captain on the women’s basketball team. Jean enlisted in the U. S. Cadet...
Eugene T. Fitzpatrick, 97, of Groton died on May 14, 2016 at Apple Valley Center, in Ayer. He was born in Woodhaven, NY on February 3, 1919, son of the late Hugh and Frances (Steiner) Fitzpatrick and was the husband of the late Hedwick Fitzpatrick. He grew up in the suburbs of New York City and worked various jobs before serving in the U.S, Army during WW2 where he was a Staff Sergeant and was the head of a Gun Battery. After the War he married...