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Karen Barcomb Obituary

Karen M. (Veilleux) Barcomb, 74, of Hatfield, passed away peacefully on Saturday October 18, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Northampton on February 13, 1951, to the late Lucian and Flora (Poudrier) Veilleux. For several years she had worked as a housekeeper, but most of all she loved being a stay at home mother raising her children. In addition to her work as a housekeeper and her devotion to her family, Karen found joy in volunteering at the Hatfield Senior Center, where she cherished socializing with friends. Karen enjoyed square dancing and was a member of the Quabbin Valley Twirler's. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Dennis Barcomb of Hatfield, her son Randy Barcomb of Hatfield, her daughters, Wendy McAvoy and her husband Anthony of Belchertown, Kelly McAvoy and her husband William Jr., of Halifax, and Sherry Barcomb and her companion, Jeremy Plasse, her grandchildren, Keith, Ryan, Shyann, Anthony Jr., Angel, Karl, great grandchildren, Kyle, Reddington, Novalyn, Maxim, Dalia, and Lena, her sister, Donna Virelli of Miami, FL, also several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents she was predeceased by her sisters, Claire LaMere, Louis Sloan, and Nancy Scott. All services will be private. DROZDAL FUNERAL HOME OF NORTHAMPTON HAS BEEN ENTRUSTED WITH HER CARE. For further information, or to offer a personal condolence, please visit Drozdalfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Franklin County Now on Oct. 23, 2025.

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Carol Haczynski

October 24, 2025

Randy and Family ~ On behalf of our entire team, please accept our heartfelt condolences for your loss. Thinking of you during this difficult time. The Coca-Cola Northampton Family.

Lynn worpek

October 23, 2025

Karen was my best friend from high school on then became my friend and sister in law. I loved her and will miss her everyday.

Donna

October 22, 2025

My dear sister, you will be missed every day. The only consolation is that you are not suffering any more. I love you and one day all our sisters will be together. Rest in peace dear Karen.

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