Photo courtesy of Curran-Jones Funeral Home - West Springfield
West Springfield, Massachusetts
Apr 17, 1949 – Apr 3, 2019 (Age 69)
Neil F. Demers
1949 – 2019
FEEDING HILLS – Neil F. Demers, 69, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday. He was born in Springfield, came of age in Chicopee, and has contentedly resided in Feeding Hills for more than four decades. A true patriot, Neil served with the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War as a Military Policeman. A reliable and dutiful employee, Neil held the role of Manager of Environmental Services for Holyoke Medical Center, Service First, and Adams & Adams Building Services. Following a lifelong dream to travel to Ireland, this past fall, Neil became a patron of the Irish Cultural Center in West Springfield. Neil leaves his cherished wife Cynthia (Therien) Demers, with whom he was inseparable for the 45 years they spent together. He also leaves his children, Kerri McManama and her husband Steve, and Brett Demers and his fiancé, Brigid Willigan. Neil was to serve as Brett’s Best Man at their wedding later this month; his speech was already complete. Neil also leaves his brother, Guy Demers and his wife Gail, plus his two sisters, Charlene Shea and her husband Thomas, and Joanne Carufel. Last, but certainly not least, Neil leaves two grandchildren, Caroline and Connor McManama -- they called him “Granda”, a Gaelic moniker for “grandfather”. Visiting hours will be held at the Agawam Curran-Jones Funeral Home Wednesday, April 10th from 12:00 – 1:00pm, followed by a committal service in the Massachusetts Veterans’ Memorial Cemetery. For more details, please visitcurranjones.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.
Read MoreI knew Neil from CHS. HE WAS A GREAT GUY!
Bill DOBIECKI
March 30, 2025 | CHS, MA | Classmate
Dear Cindy and Family. It was a surprise to hear of Neil's passing. I'm certain with God's love and support you will have happy memories and good times ahead. My condolences and love to all♥
Jackie Lavoie
April 23, 2019
A name popped into my head a couple of days ago but not the first time the last 50yrs so I went on-line to see what I could find. Not good, still reeling from the news. Have only spoken to Neil once since leaving the military. We first met at Ft Gordon, GA mid-69 and became friends right off the bat. The jackpot was hit when we were both then sent to Indiantown Gap, PA until I departed late 1970. Neil definitely made that part of my life more bearable and I'd like to think I helped him get...
greg blashfield
April 17, 2019 | Lake Oswego, OR
Dear Cindy & Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. We know how much Neil meant to all of you and how devastated you must be. Since I don't drive and my husband can't drive much anymore, we weren't able to go to the funeral home. You are in our thoughts & prayers.
Evelyn Coutu (Landry)
April 10, 2019 | Chicopee, MA
Neil was my best friend for about 10 days. Following his first knee replacement I joined him as his roomie at Baystate. He was discharged a day before I was. But arriving at the rehab facility the next day I was fortunate enough to be his roomie again. It was wonderful to be paired up with such a nice guy again. We pushed each other a little during the rehab exercises, which I think helped both of us. Got to meet and see Cindy daily.
Cindy, I wish nothing but the best for you and your...
jeffrey mcmanus
April 10, 2019 | West Springfield, MA
Cindy Kerri Brett i am sorry to hear of Neils Passing it is so hard to lose someone you love . I remember him well I will pray for you all
sara craven
April 10, 2019 | Feeding Hills, MA | Neighbor
Kerri and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs.
Alyssa Kaiser
April 10, 2019
I worked with Neil at HMC. he was a great man. He always was willing to help His passing is so sad. My condolences to all of his family and friends. May he be engulfed in Gods light.
Clark Fenn
April 08, 2019 | East Longmeadow, MA
Dear Cindy, Kerri and Brett, and Charlene, JoAnn, and Guy, and other family and dear friends,
I was so shocked and saddened to hear of Neil's passing. He was such a special person - family-loving, fun and witty and warm. He will be sorely missed, and never forgotten. I was blessed to have had him as my cousin. My thoughts are with you all and I pray that fond memories, faith, and the love of others will provide you with comfort. I wish I could be there in person to say my farewells,...
Cindy Sanders
April 08, 2019 | Oberlin, OH | Family
