All Obituaries

Cynthia LaBombard (Sambor) passed away peacefully in her home on Wednesday, July 1, 2020.  Her unfathomable love for her family can almost be matched by her love of everything in the Town of Ware.  It goes without stating that though her legacy will live on in our hearts, her impact on the community will also live on through her many philanthropic endeavors.  She volunteered much of her time to the town of Ware Historical Society, Ware Center Meetinghouse and Museum, Friends...

Dorothy "Dot" Elizabeth Chrabaszcz, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 20, 2020 at age 87.  Dot was born to the late Rudolf and Julia (Adamczyk) Bloom on December 27, 1932 in Ware, Massachusetts.  Dot married her husband, Emil George Chrabasz (predeceased), also of Ware on July 24, 1954.  They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on July 24, 2004, surrounded by family and friends.  Dot and Emil had four children together, George Chrabasz of Ware,...

Irene L. (Roy) Balicki, passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by family, on Monday, June 8, 2020.  She was 92 years old.  Irene was born on August 12, 1927 in Ware, Massachusetts.  She was the daughter of Antonio and Ethel (Hagman) Roy.  She was the second eldest daughter in her family of six.  Irene met Edward A. Balicki in Ware and became long-time sweethearts.  While Edward would soon enlist to defend our country in World War II, Irene fulfilled her...

 In the early morning hours of Saturday, June 6, 2020, after a long illness, Richard David Skowyra, age 63, passed away in his home.  Rick was born in Ware on May 20, 1957, son of the late Henry J. Skowyra, Sr. and Helen F. (Mertzic) Skowyra.  He was raised and educated in Gilbertville, and was a 1975 graduate of Quabbin Regional High School in Barre.  Rick was employed as a Union Painter for  Worcester State University for many years, prior to that he was...

Lynda Jean (Seward) Callahan, age 67, passed away on Saturday, June 6, 2020 at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield.  Lynda was born on January 22, 1953 in Cambridge, Massachusetts, daughter of the late George and Lucille (Roy) Seward.  At a young age she went on to be raised by her late Uncle Joseph Roy and her Aunt June Roy.  The Roy children became second siblings to Lynda. After graduating high school, she went onto attend college for one year.  Lynda was employed...

Gladys B. (Sepka) Kmiec, age 90, passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2020 at Quaboag Rehabilitation and Skilled Care Center in West Brookfield.  She was born in Springfield, Massachusetts on October 20, 1929.  Gladys was the daughter of the late Walter and Annette (Kusek) Sepka.  She graduated from Ware High School in 1948.  Gladys was employed as a cafeteria worker for the Hardwick Elementary School for several years.  She was a member of the Holy Cross Polish National...

  Jane Marie Conrad, beloved mother, sister, and daughter, 57, of Centerville, MA, formerly of Belchertown, MA, died on Tuesday, June 2, 2020.  Born in Indiana, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of Michael P. Conrad, Sr. and the late Polly J. (Mann) Letourneau.  Jane was a free spirit with a twinkle in her eyes.  She was a caring and compassionate person who always engaged in meaningful conversations with everyone she met, including strangers.  She enjoyed...

Helen A. (Kmiecik) Kapinos, age 94, passed away at Vero of Hampden Healthcare on Wednesday, May 20, 2020 due to complications of COVID-19.  She was born in Ware on December 21, 1925, daughter of the late Stanley and Magdalena (Czaja) Kmiecik and was a life-long resident.  She worked at the former Ware Knitters, Inc. several years ago, but was a homemaker for most of her life.  Her biggest joy in life was spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  Helen...

Henry A. Kubaska, 69 passed away on May 17, 2020 of complications due to Covid 19. He was born on April 24, 1951 in Poland. Son of the late Ludwik and Julia (Wozniak) Kubaska. Henry previously worked at the American Athletic Shoe Mill. He was a member of the American Legion and served in the Army National Guard. Henry is survived by his sister Lee Swist and her husband Victor of Wilbraham and his brother Joseph and his wife Diane of Hardwick. Henry also leaves behind many cousins, nieces...

Sheila A. (Cleveland) Machnik, 64, died Saturday, May 9, 2020 at the Baystate Medical Center in Springfield following a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Stafford Springs, CT, the daughter of the late Elmer and Joan (Burke) Cleveland and lived in Monson in her early years before moving to Ware. She graduated from Ware High School in 1973. Sheila worked as an Administrative Assistant for George Benoit & Co. in Palmer for over 30 years. Sheila was a very special and loving...