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Darien Brousseau Obituary

Darien D. Brousseau

Athol, MA - Darien D. Brousseau, 52, passed away on January 25, 2026. Born on May 10, 1973, in Greenfield, MA, Darien spent most of his life in Athol, Massachusetts. He was known for his love of the great outdoors, and his hobbies included hunting, fishing, skydiving and skiing. He was a retired corrections officer from the Worcester County Sheriff's Office. Beyond his professional life, Darien was a social butterfly who loved life to the fullest. He made friends easily and took great joy in the achievements of others.

Darien is survived by his sister, Susan Earley (Charles), his twin brother Andre Brousseau (Chantal), his nieces Jacqueline Liukkonen, Olivia Brousseau, Vivianne Brousseau, and his nephews Joshua Liukkonen and Jason Strong as well as his grand nephews and nieces Jack, Lucy and Zoe. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gerald and Lynda Brousseau, his sister Pamela Brousseau, and his nephew Andrew Strong.

Darien's zest for life and his infectious laughter will be deeply missed by all who knew him. His memory will live on in the hearts of his loved ones and in the many stories shared about his life. We invite you to leave memories, upload photos of Darien or to leave an online condolence to help celebrate his life. Please visit [email protected]

The Calling Hours will be held on on Thursday, April 30, 2026 from 9:30-11:30 AM at Mack Family Funeral Homes, Athol-Orange Chapel, 110 New Athol Road, Orange, MA.

A Funeral Service will follow at 11:30 at the same location, followed by a Graveside Service at Silver Lake Cemetery, Athol, MA.

A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date, please check the funeral home website for an update.

To plant trees in memory, please visit theĀ Sympathy Store.

Published by Athol Daily News on Jan. 31, 2026.

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Visitation

9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Mack Family Funeral Homes - Athol-Orange Chapel

110 New Athol Rd, Orange, MA 01364

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11:30 a.m.

Mack Family Funeral Homes - Athol-Orange Chapel

110 New Athol Rd, Orange, MA 01364

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Lynn Farinella

February 8, 2026

He always gave me good advice and he always pointed me in the right direction just like when I did the same for him, he will be greatly missed I hope he finds peace now in heaven with God and the angels. Amen.

Robert Willard

February 3, 2026

Couldn“t believe it when read the paper. Saw Darien in Dec looked good had a great conversation. My deepest condolences to the family. I used to babysit the boys, Gerry was my godfather and I love the family. So very sorry...

Stephanie Benjamin

January 30, 2026

Darien is a beautiful soul. Never a time he wasn't smiling and super sweet to all his friends. He will be missed!

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