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Elizabeth Day Obituary
Deerfield, MA - Elizabeth Mary (Lapointe) Day, 72, passed away Wednesday 11/27/24. She was born in Greenfield on September 28, 1952, the daughter of Arthur and Amelia (Kawecki) Lapointe. Elizabeth attended Holy Trinity School in Greenfield and was a graduate of Greenfield High School Class of 1971.
After one year of college, Elizabeth enlisted in the United States Army, serving for 8 years.
Elizabeth married her husband John on August 6, 1977 after being close friends since 7th grade.
Elizabeth was employed at the local department store, the stationary store, tobacco fields and the pickle factory. She was also employed at the Eaglebrook School in Deerfield in the food preparation department.
Besides her beloved husband of forty seven years, John Day, Elizabeth leaves three children, Emily Nicole (Zachary) of Hoboken, NJ, Christopher Michael (Claire) of Athol, MA and Nicholas John of Deerfield, MA; siblings, Barbara Pearson (Douglas) of Kansas, Richard Lapointe, Margaret Murphy of Arizona, Mary Jo Purtell (Edward) of Norfolk, MA, Robert Lapointe of Gill, Teresa Poirier (Jeffrey) of Greenfield; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services and burial will be private.
There will be no calling hours.
Elizabeth's family would like to thank Hospice for their care and support shown to her through this time.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor's choice.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Kostanski Funeral Home. For condolences, please visit www.kostanskifuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Elizabeth Day
Marsha Bittner
December 4, 2024
Dear Beth´s family, I was very sad to see Beth in the paper!!
What a loving lady I worked with Beth a few years ago!
But when I saw her it was like yesterday!
Beth I know you are at peace!
Marsha Bittner
Ginny Anderson
December 2, 2024
John & children and all my wonderful Lapointe's, Love and hugs, Beth was a sweetheart - I know she had many years of suffering and pray she is now at Peace- she is in my prayers, as you all are. Ginny (Dew) Anderson
Diane Carme
November 30, 2024
Hi John,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss of your Beth! I remember her as sweet and quiet. A very caring and friendly person. I went to school with her since grade 1 I think. We´re HT kids. I´m very sad about hearing this news. Please know I am thinking of you and your family at this difficult time in your lives.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
You have my deepest condolences.
Helen Miner
November 30, 2024
John and children,
Sending my condolences on your loss. May God give you the strength you need to get through this difficult time.
I remember her fondly from my time at EBS.
Polly (Soneson) Abbott
November 30, 2024
Sincere sympathy to you John and your children. Enjoy your beautiful memories .
Bob and Arlene Thorndike
November 30, 2024
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Denise De Vito Randall
November 30, 2024
So sorry to hear this John. I can remember her smile and laugh from HS like it was yesterday. My condolences to you and your children.
Denise R
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