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1919
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Gladys LaGrant Obituary
She was the daughter of Hugh L. and Effie Stowell Tenney, and was born in Glendale, MA on August 12, 1919 and was one of 9 children. Mrs. LaGrant graduated from the former Williams High School in Stockbridge with a Business education. She married Fred Ray LaGrant in 1939 and worked with her husband in Southern Berkshire Welding taking care of the bookkeeping for many years. Together they built the Pilgrim Motel which Gladys managed. She enjoyed baking for family and friends, attending sporting events of her grandchildren and neighbor's children and was always available for a game of ball in her yard. Many still stopped by to say Hello and reminisce about the good times they had. In the winter it was the Ski Doo trips to the Camp on the mountain that Gladys loved with family and friends.
Gladys is survived by two daughters: Jeanne M. Brown (her faithful caregiver) and Elaine Guachione Matthew of Lee; a son: Fred W. La Grant of Pittsfield; five grandchildren: James J. Guachione (Amy), Paul Brown (Susie), Jeff Brown (Lisa), Jessie Mooney and Shane La Grant; three great grandchildren: Gina Guachione, Samantha Brown and Abigail Brown; one brother: Herbert G. Tenney. Gladys was predeceased by her husband Fred in 1991 and grandsons John R. Guachione in 2004 and Bryant LaGrant in 2021 also brothers: Charles, Ralph, Raymond, Robert, and Donald Tenney and a sister Grace Pixley.
At Gladys' request there will be no calling hours or services. She will be buried with her husband at a later date. If you would like to make a donation in her memory, please do so to Lee High Gridiron, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, or Hospice Care in the Berkshires, in care of Kelly Funeral Home 3 Main Street, Lee, MA 01238.
If you would like to leave a message of condolence or share pictures with the family, please visit our web site at www.kellyfuneralhome.net
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AnnChristine Kruse
May 5, 2022
I was so sad to hear this news. Mrs LaGrant was the kindest, funniest and most graceful lady I had the pleasure of knowing. She always had a smile and warm welcome whenever I visited and her letters were always filled with joy! You were blessed to have her in your lives for so long and May her smiles and the memories live on in your hearts. Sending love and sympathy to you all.
Tony and Evan Pompi
April 28, 2022
Mrs. Brown- we're so sorry to hear about your Mom. You, and your family, are in our thoughts and prayers.
Marie Curley Perrea
April 25, 2022
My deepest condolences to all. I had the pleasure to work for Mrs. LaGrant at the Pilgrim Motel in the late 60´s while in I was high school. I especially remember that when I worked at the desk on Sundays, Mrs. LaGrant would often stop at Friendly´s and buy me a Swiss Chocolate Ice cream Sundae. She always had a smile.
Wenda Ramos
April 25, 2022
Jeanne, Jim, and all of the family....Gladys was my next door neighbor for over twenty years. Covid restrictions kept me from visiting her before I left the Berkshires in 2021, but I think of her often and our frequent visits when I sat for hours listening to her joyful stories of her adventures with her -then- young family and marriage and the wonderful snowrides together at the campsite.
Gladys will live in my heart forever, as I know she touched everyone else's heart. You are very lucky to have had her so long - as I was to have my mom. Thank you for sharing her with me. I will keep her in my prayers. Wenda Ramos
Renee Vincent
April 24, 2022
So sorry for your loss of your mom Jeanne. You were a wonderful daughter . Prayers to you and your family
Peter & Ellen Kulis
April 24, 2022
Jeanne, we are so sorry to hear of your mother's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
~ Myron
April 24, 2022
Samantha and Abby, My heart goes out to the both of you with the passing of your grandmother. Lets go out for coffee because life guarding is a beach.
Wayne & Lisa Tenney
April 24, 2022
Wayne & I send our condolences to the whole family. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Love Wayne & Lisa Tenney
Jen Mazur (Lee Healthcare nurse)
April 22, 2022
Oh Jeanne, I am so sorry. I am sending you the biggest, tightest, warmest hug! Your mom captured the hearts of all who knew her; she has always held a very special place in my heart. I am incredibly blessed to have shared many precious memories of her that I'll carry with me forever. It was an honor and a pleasure caring for your mom. Please take care. With love and admiration, Jen.
Lou Airoldi
April 22, 2022
To the LaGrant family,
Saddened to read of the passing of Mom LaGrant. I remember she and Fred fondly. You are all in my thoughts on this sad occasion.
Darleen Zradi
April 22, 2022
Bill Shane and Jessica verysorry to hear your loss of your mom and grandma prayers to you
Kathy Moser
April 22, 2022
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate her life well lived. I will never forget her, she was always so caring and giving and much loved!!
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