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Ahearn Funeral Home offers the finest choice of services available to families, whether it is simple or elaborate burial or cremation, services or funeral pre-planning. We feel a great responsibility when entrusted with the needs of the families we serve. The funeral is a summary of one's life and should express their individuality. Our goal is to make sure that your family and the loved one you bring to us is cared for with the utmost dignity and respect. Pre-planning provides peace of mind for all involved. A carefully pre-planned service can be the most comforting to your family, as it spares them from having to face decisions that can be both emotionally and financially difficult at the time of death. It can give them lasting peace of mind to know that they have acted in accordance with your wishes. Making pre-arrangements can be as simple or as detailed as you wish. You can make a selection of the services, casket, music, or simply record the information that will be needed for legal forms and other paperwork. Pre-planning ensures that your family will receive all the benefits for which they are entitled. It is important that all of your personal records, including bank account numbers, investment information, insurance policy numbers and place of important papers be accessible to your family in the event of a death. Cremation is becoming increasingly popular, especially among the baby boomer generation. Among the many reasons for this growing trend is the variety of options cremation provides for a final memorial service. Cremation gives people the flexibility to search for types of tributes that show the life being honored. But this doesn't mean that aspects of traditional funeral services have to be discarded. Even with cremation, a meaningful memorial that is personalized to show the life of the deceased could include: A visitation prior to the service, an o...

03/11/2026

Mathilda Brooks

HATFIELD - Mathilda (Dorsch) Brooks entered into eternal rest on Monday March 9th, 2026 after visiting with her entire family by phone or in person. She was born on November 2nd, 1933 in New York, NY to loving parents Lawrence and Maria (Fischer) Dorsch. Millie was educated at local schools and was a 1951 graduate of Saint Michael’s High School in Northampton, MA.

After graduating, she worked a variety of jobs including bookkeeping, packaging at Snack Time, quality control at Multi Color, and ran home day care. Millie met and married her late husband Donald Brooks, who had been the love of her life and partner for an incredible 64 years. She was a devoted mother to her five children and her foster child. She was later blessed further by the birth of her many grandchildren and many great grandchildren. In addition to camping and traveling with her family, Millie enjoyed making ceramics, and for many years running the 4H Cooking club.

Millie and her husband Don donated many hours as Mr. & Mrs. Claus at the Hatfield Town Christmas celebrations, nursing homes, Council of Aging, and family Christmas gatherings bringing so much joy to children and adults alike. For her service and support throughout the years, she received an award of recognition from the Hatfield Council on Aging. Since her last years she was living in Huntington with her daughter, Linda, she received the Boston Globe Cane for the oldest resident in Huntington. Millie was also a three-time cancer survivor, which gives hope to others.

She leaves behind her beloved children, Michael and Christopher Brooks, Linda Lastowski, ten grandchildren and an additional ten great grandchildren. Mathilda is predeceased by her son Peter D. Brooks, her daughter, Marie LaPlante, her husband Donald Brooks, who passed in 2018, and most recently, her beloved younger brother Rev Henry L. Dorsch, who passed in February 2026.

Funeral services will be held at Ahearn Funeral Home on March 19th, 2026, with visiting hours from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. followed by a Liturgy of Burial at 11:00 A.M. at Our Lady of Grace Church, 22 School St., Hatfield, MA. Burial will follow in Main Street Cemetery, 49 Main Street in Hatfield, MA 01038.

Millie loved animals and frequently made donations to charitable organizations for animals, please make any Donations in Millie’s memory to: Dakin Animal Shelter, 171 Union Street, Springfield, MA 01105 or through website Dakinhumane.org

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03/09/2026

Joseph Arthur Binner

FLORENCE -Joseph Arthur Binner, beloved father, engineer, entrepreneur, and a man of quiet strength and enduring character, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 6, 2026, at the age of 90 in Florence, Massachusetts, surrounded by the love of his family.

Born in Hungary, Art grew up during a time when freedom was uncertain and the future unclear. As a young man in the 1950s, he made the courageous decision to leave his homeland and escape communist rule. With determination and hope for a better future, he immigrated to Canada while still in college, beginning a new chapter of life in a new country. There, he continued his studies and pursued his calling as a mechanical engineer. Learning English and adapting to a new culture were challenges he met with persistence and humility.

Upon graduating, he began his technical career in eastern Canada and soon after met Raymonde, his first wife and mother of his children, Carl and Christina. In 1966, seeking greater opportunity and independence, he moved his family to the United States. With vision, ingenuity, and tireless work, he founded Deerfield Polyurethane, a successful plastics company. Through his innovation and entrepreneurial spirit, the materials his company produced became part of many products used worldwide. His work provided not only for his family but also reflected his belief that determination and integrity could build something lasting.

After decades of hard work, he retired at the age of 55, having accomplished what many only dream of. Yet those who knew him understood that his greatest qualities were found in the character he lived by every day.

He was intelligent, disciplined, and determined; qualities that helped him overcome tremendous challenges and build a remarkable life. At times, that determination showed up as a bit of stubbornness, a trait his family knew well and often smiled about. Beneath it all was a steady, dependable presence and a deep commitment to the people he loved.

Throughout his life, he embraced many passions beyond his professional work. During his high school and college years, he was an avid swimmer and water polo player. Later in life he developed a love for golf and tennis, and especially skiing, which brought both challenge and enjoyment for himself and his family. He also found great satisfaction in gardening and landscaping, taking pride in creating beautiful outdoor spaces. Travel was another great joy, and he had the opportunity to explore many parts of the world, experiencing new cultures and places along the way.

In the later chapter of his life, when his beloved second wife, Patricia, developed Alzheimer’s disease, he devoted himself fully to her care. With patience, loyalty, and unwavering devotion, he stood faithfully by her side throughout her illness, embodying the deepest meaning of commitment and love.

Woven throughout his life was a dry sense of humor that those closest to him came to know and cherish. Even in his final days, that subtle wit remained, reminding everyone around him of the sharp mind and spirited personality that had always been part of who he was.

He was preceded in death by his beloved second wife, Patricia, and by his brother, Pubi Binner. He is survived by his children, Carl Binner and his wife Deborah Day, Christina Binner Russell and her husband Jeff Russell; his first wife, Raymonde Binner; his stepchildren, Bambi Rawlings, Heath Rawlings, and Chris Rawlings; step-grandchild, Jenna Rawlings and sister in law, Agnes Binner.

As we reflect on his remarkable 90 years, we trust that his journey continues beyond this life, held in the grace of something greater and reunited with those he loved who have gone before him.

His life reminds us that courage, perseverance, and determination can shape not only a successful life, but a meaningful one. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

A graveside service will b e held at Mill River Cemetery in South Deerfield.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests Memorial Gifts be made to Cooley Dickinson Hospital online or sent directly to the Development Office, PO Box 329, Northampton MA 01060.

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03/08/2026

Jared A. Englehardt

GREENFIELD-Jared A. Englehardt, 34, of Greenfield, passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026, due to complications from Type 1 Diabetes. Jared was born in Northampton, the son of Robert and Susan (Devine) Englehardt. He grew up in Whately, attending and graduating from Pioneer Valley Regional School in Northfield, where his father taught for many years. He furthered his education, graduating from Greenfield Community College with his associate’s degree.

He began his work career, with Yankee Candle in distribution in South Deerfield before joining Heatfab in Turners Falls where he worked for the past ten years as a shipping specialist. Jared was a quiet, caring person who enjoyed being with his friends, and could often be found at the table with fellow gamers, bringing strangers together to become part of his extensive group of friends.

He was predeceased by his beloved maternal grandparents; Norman and Judith (Pelland) Devine and his paternal grandfather, Francis Englehardt. He leaves his loving parents; Robert and Susan (Devine) Englehardt of Whately, his paternal grandmother, Mary (Corbett) Englehardt of Hatfield and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and the extended members of the Englehardt and Devine families. He will be greatly missed by his family and his many dear friends and coworkers, who will remember Jared as a kind soul.

The family will receive friends at AHEARN FUNERAL HOME, 783 Bridge Rd., Northampton on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 from 8:30 to 10:30 A.M. with Religious services at the Funeral Home at 10:45 a.m. Burial will follow in St. Mary’s cemetery in Northampton. In lieu of flowers, please honor Jared’s memory through donations to the American Diabetes Association, P. O. Box 7023, Merrifield, VA 22116.

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03/04/2026

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03/04/2026

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03/04/2026

Bradford Sherman

EASTHAMPTON - Bradford James Sherman, 72, of Easthampton, Ma. passed away peacefully February 28, 2026, with family by his side. He was born on August 15,1953 in Montana to Roger and JoAnn (Stainby) Sherman. Brad studied computing and worked for Cascade County in Great Falls, MT. He was a long-time member of the Shriners. Brad loved to watch football GO SEAHAWKS! Going for drives with his wife, taking camping trips, joking around (known for his puns), spending time with family, and enjoying yummy chocolate chip cookies. Brad was predeceased by his first wife Norma, brother Scott and sister Sue. He leaves behind his loving sister Barbara Frankovich and husband Rick of Idaho, Nieces: Nikki Cash, Jamie Cash, and Bailey Vail and great nephew, Nate Wagner. His loving wife Louise Tardy-Sherman. His stepchildren; Jodi Barrineua of Granby, Amie Green and Robert of Easthampton , Keith Tardy and Carol of Florence, Richard Tardy and Sophrona of Florence, Patrick K***z of Montana. His grandchildren: Jake, Kiara Vanessa, Dillon, Katelyn, Kourtenay, Lucas, and Bradley.

A Celebration of Life for Bradford will be held in both Idaho and in Massachusetts. In lieu of flowers please donate to the Florence VFW Post 8006, 18 Meadow St., Florence, MA. 01062

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03/03/2026

Richard A. Barnicle

CONWAY-Richard A. Barnicle, 96, of Hoosac Road passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, February 26, 2026. Barney, as family and friends called him, was born in Waltham, MA. a son of the late Francis A. and Vena (Albert) Barnicle. He was raised in Waltham, graduating from Waltham High School in 1947. He attended the University of Massachusetts and graduated from the Stockbridge School of Agriculture in 1951. He settled in the Valley after school, beginning his career in the farming industry. Barney worked as the assistant supervisor of the UMass farm in South Deerfield and rose to Superintendent of the farm during his career. Barney was known throughout the New England area as the salesman for Sirum Equipment in Montague over 50 years, selling and servicing John Deere tractors and implements to the Valley farmers and beyond. He was an avid sportsman with much success in the woods over the years. In addition to his parents, Barney was predeceased by his siblings; Francis M. Barnicle who died in WW II, Doris Gledhill and Betty Kroll. Barney leaves his sons; Richard F. Barnicle and Robert M. Barnicle, both of Conway. His grandchildren; Jacklyn H. Barnicle and Katelyn E. Barnicle. His sister Joan Krosnowski of Pennsylvania, several nieces and nephews and his close friend Kathleen Jenks of Shelburne Falls.

The family will receive friends for calling hours at AHEARN FUNERAL HOME, 783 Bridge Road, Northampton, on Sunday March 8, 2026, from 11:00 to 1:00 P.M. Barney will be cremated and his ashes will be interred in the Spring in Conway.

Donations in Barney’s memory may be made to either the Conway Fire Department or Conway Police Dept., PO Box 240, Conway, MA 01341. (please specify which dept. in the memo line)

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03/03/2026

Linda Garland Ahern

PELHAM - On March 1, 2026, we said goodbye to Linda in Osterville, a place she loved. She passed peacefully, surrounded by love.

Linda was born in Boston on July 15, 1951, to Dorothy and Robert Garland and grew up in Stow. From an early age, she was curious, determined, and “wicked smaat”.

Long before computers felt ordinary to most people, they made perfect sense to Linda. She earned her undergraduate degree in Computer Science from UMass Amherst and Boston University and later completed her master’s degree at the University of Pennsylvania. She built a long and diverse career with computers at Digital Equipment Corporation, IBM, LSU, Penn, UMass, and Smith College. At Smith, she played a key role in introducing and supporting learning management systems, working closely with faculty across campus. She had a natural gift for technology and built a career developing innovative solutions and solving problems. Linda also traveled extensively with her husband, Jack, and particularly enjoyed co-leading UMass student trips to Europe.

Linda and Jack shared 49 years of marriage — years filled with love, travel, and shared passions for family, and love of landscapes. They explored Europe together, with family and alongside UMass students, and created a lifetime of memories. In recent years, their happiest days were often the simplest ones: long walks on Cape Cod with their beloved poodles.

For more than 20 years, Linda lived with breast cancer and lymphoma. She faced both with remarkable strength and resolve, rarely complaining and never letting illness define her. She was deeply grateful for the compassionate care she received. Even when her health became more fragile with encephalitis, her spirit never did.

Linda’s greatest pride and joy was her family. She leaves behind her beloved Jack; her three sons, Ryan, Jeffrey, and Sean; their spouses, Brigid, Katriina, and Caitlin; and her precious grandchildren, Natalie, Quentin, Dorothy, Casey, Ollie, Edvin, and Alvar. She delighted in their every visit. Being “Gamma” was one of the great joys of her life.

She loved sewing and knitting — creating beautiful, practical things for her family. She cheered faithfully for all the Boston sports teams. She often had a novel nearby. She was thoughtful and observant, strong but gentle, and she loved deeply without needing to make a show of it.

We will miss her steady presence, her quiet humor, her sarcasm, and the comfort of simply having her there. Our lives are better because of her, and her love will remain with us always.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, March 5, 2026 from 4:00 to 7:00 P.M. at AHEARN FUNERAL HOME, 783 Bridge Rd., Northampton.

Relatives and friends are invited to gather directly at Wildwood Cemetery, 70 Strong St., Amherst on Friday at 11:00 A.M. for a Green Burial service for Linda. (Please arrive by 10:45 a.m.)

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03/02/2026

Patricia C. Byrnes

Patricia C. Byrnes, of Northampton, passed peacefully from this world on Feb 27th, surrounded by people who loved her, leaving family, friends, neighbors, and colleagues deeply saddened.

Pat was a vibrant presence in life: loving, generous, kind, smart, outspoken, and full of adventure. She had been seriously ill in 2022, but fought to regain her health and independence, returning to her longtime home and adapting to new challenges on her own terms. She remained able to care for and delight in her beloved cats, and was an avid reader, knitter, cook, and recipe-sharer. Pat's interests were wide-ranging: she loved music, particularly live music; followed politics and current events closely; and was a passionate fan of college basketball, professional tennis, and Yankees baseball. She had a rare gift for making the right connections, whether matching people with organizations or cats with their forever homes. Her love of animals extended well beyond cats. Pat was active with many animal shelters and was a trusted resource for anyone considering adopting a pet.

Pat was predeceased by her parents, Walter and Anna Byrnes; her beloved sister, Imelda Daly; and her brother-in-law, Bill Daly. She is survived by her niece Monica Daly; her nephew Dan Daly and his wife Eileen; and many beloved cousins, especially Cheryl Carroll Tansey. In recent years, Pat wholeheartedly embraced the role of great-aunt to her great-niece and great-nephew, Sloane and Ian Daly, as they grew into young adults. Talking with them frequently by phone and text, she formed irreplaceable bonds through their many conversations about politics, music, caring for animals, basketball, books, knitting, and cooking — and through never-before-heard stories she shared with them about their grandmother. Pat also leaves behind a far-flung circle of friends who will deeply miss her generous spirit and wicked sense of humor.

Pat was a living example of what it means to hold strong beliefs and pair them with action and dedicated her long professional career to the betterment of others through her work in affordable housing. She worked for many organizations across the country and throughout the Commonwealth, including the Springfield Redevelopment Authority, MassHousing, the Massachusetts Department of Housing and Community Development, MBL Housing and Development, the Regional Housing Network of Massachusetts (RHN), and RCAP Solutions. She also contributed her time and expertise as a member of the Board of Directors of Valley Community Development Corporation for many years, and most recently for Independent Housing Solutions, Inc. Although she made her life in Northampton, she spoke with enthusiasm about her times living in Key West, New Orleans, Los Angeles, Manhattan, Boston, and particularly Martha’s Vineyard.

No immediate services are planned — March Madness will soon be underway, after all — but Pat would appreciate a “rip around the (rosary) beads” in her memory, and in memory of those who have no one to remember them. She would also be delighted to know that food and friends continue to come together in her memory — whether you cook a recipe she shared with you, or simply a favorite of your own to share with the people you love.

A Celebration of Life is being planned for June in Northampton. Memorial contributions may be made to Here Today Adopted Tomorrow Animal Sanctuary (180 Sturbridge Rd, Brimfield, MA 0101), In Honey’s Memory Cat Shelter (P.O. Box 147, Huntington, MA 01050), or Valley CDC (256 Pleasant St., Suite A, Northampton, MA 010600).

If you would like to honor Pat in your own way, she would be equally touched by a contribution to an animal shelter, affordable housing organization, or any cause working toward a more just and compassionate world.

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02/27/2026

Maryanne C. Rejniak

WEST STOCKBRIDGE-Maryanne Rejniak, 69, formerly of Northampton passed peacefully on February 16, 2026, in West Stockbridge, Massachusetts. Maryanne was born in Northampton on January 23, 1957, and was a daughter of the late Stanley & Jeannette Rejniak. Maryanne is survived by her sister; Diane Rejniak of Weathersfield, Vermont, brother John Rejniak and his wife Susan Rejniak of Southampton, MA. Her nephew Michael Rejniak and his wife Kimmie Rejniak, great niece Grace Rejniak and great nephew Fletcher Rejniak, Milton, New York. She will be remembered for her love of her dogs Chico, Yogi, and Toto. May her memory bring comfort to those who knew her. There will be a private family graveside service in the Spring with interment in Holy Trinity Polish National Cemetery in Hatfield

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02/27/2026

Thomas N. "TJ" Jay

Thomas “TJ” Neil Jay (July 5, 1947) of Cummington, Massachusetts, passed unexpectedly in the morning of February 8th. Son of Andrew and Marie Jablonski of Westfield, where he lived for many years, and attended Westfield High. He took classes at STCC, but never stopped learning, and knew something about everything. TJ was an extraordinary father, dedicated husband, and a genuinely kind, loving man, who cared for everyone like family. He served in the Army as an Armor Crewman Sgt during The Vietnam War. He started his own business, Acorn Office Products, in Holyoke, and worked for the US Postal service for many years as a Postmaster in Chesterfield, and as a mail-handler in Pittsfield. After retirement, he spent much of his time visiting Salem helping his daughter and son-in-law with Black Cat Tours, and Black Cat Curiosity Shoppe. He volunteered for decades with The Trustees of Reservations at The William Cullen Bryant Homestead, where he would often be Bryant for events, and for The City of Salem at Pioneer Village, Old Burying Point Cemetery, and The Witch House. He portrayed Father Christmas, played bass guitar, was an immensely talented artist and actor, ran his late father-in-law Ed's popcorn wagon, helped coach the Cummington Bantam Baseball team, loved feeding the birds, taking trips with his wife and family, enjoyed gummi-bears, good coffee, pasta, ice cream, ballroom dancing, Sherlock Holmes, James Bond, The Lord of The Rings, nearly every genre of music, history, being on or near the ocean, was proud of his Scottish heritage, and was always the coolest dude in the room. He leaves behind his devoted wife of 53 years, Kristin Majkowski Jay, his daughter, Lara Fury, and her husband, Daniel Fury, his brother, Andrew Jr. and his wife Carol, nieces and nephews Alyssa and Jeremy (children of his late sister Diane), Kim and Kiki, Kyle and Crystal, brother-in-law Blaise, and sister-in-law Ardith, his grand-nieces and nephews, as well as many, many dear friends that are just as much family, his faithful Corgi, Medraut, his cat, Summer, Sir Peter the Parrot, and all of the cat “grandkids.” He will be interred at North Cemetery in Worthington this spring. Details of a service will be shared at a later date.

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02/25/2026

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