Gary A. Croteau

Gary A. Croteau obituary, West Springfield, MA

Gary A. Croteau

Gary Croteau Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Nov. 29 to Dec. 1, 2021.
Gary A. Croteau, 67, died unexpectedly Nov. 20th at Baystate Medical Center. Gary was born in Springfield, son of the late George and Theresa (Wells) Croteau. He grew up in West Springfield and lived in Agawam for 21 years before returning to West Springfield. A 1972 graduate of West Springfield High School, Gary began his career alongside his Dad George at Moore Drop Forge in Springfield. Next, he worked as a Machine Operator for 14 years at Sullivan Paper before spending another 14 years, before retiring, at Agawam Housing Authority as a Maintenance Technician, and recently, as a driver for Longonot Transportation Company. Gary was a long-time member of Bethany Assembly of God in Agawam. He leaves his wife Kathleen (Joubert) Croteau; son Jason Croteau and his wife Courtney Ragion, daughter Jamielee Croteau and her partner Steve Clark; ; stepchildren Matt Duzniewski and his wife Leanne, Caitlin Joubert and her partner Christian Smith, Megan Diaz and her husband Jonathan, Kara Santiago, Joshua Joubert; nine grandchildren- Ashleigh, Brianna, Devlin and Charleigh Croteau; Taleah Diaz, Helios and Carmine Moreno, Joshua Grayson Santiago, and Lucien Smith; a brother Larry Croteau and his wife Liz; sister Sherry Dearden, half-sister Nadine Conder and husband Jim, and his mother-in-law Anne Joubert. Gary also leaves his nieces and nephews Melanie & Benjamin Croteau, Chantal & Ashley Bourbeau, Nick Gulluini, David (Michelle) & Billy Dearden, and his great-nieces & nephews Drew, Jax, and Gianna Dearden & Manny Perez. As well as many friends and extended family members. Gary was predeceased by his first wife and mother of his two children Debbie (Passon) Croteau, and his brother-in-law Wayne Dearden. Visiting hours will be held at the West Springfield Curran-Jones Funeral Home Thursday Dec. 2nd from 4:00 – 7:00pm. A celebration of life service will be held on Dec. 3rd at 11 AM at Bethany Assembly of God in Agawam Ma.

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December 17, 2021

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December 17, 2021

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December 9, 2021

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maryalyce morrissey

December 17, 2021

To Kathleen, Jason & Jaimelee & extended loved ones: Met Gary in the RI building at the Big E. We had many years of friendship, fun & laughter. Tears of sadness but joy in His peace for Gary. God Bless, Maryalyce Morrissey

December 17, 2021

Dear Larry and Sherry,

I just learned of your brother's death through the West Springfield Record, which I get somewhat delayed. I was stunned to read of Gary's passing. I last spoke to Gary a couple of years ago during my visit back home while he and his father were in the driveway at your homestead on Sprague St. Gary was part of our neighborhood group, and I have a good memory of him for the ball games we all played together in my yard. Please accept my deepest condolences for his untimely passing, but be assured he is with his mom and dad now. May God bless him on his journey in the other world, guide his family and friends in their loss and comfort you, his brother and sister, in your sorrow.

Blessed be.

Vincent Bonfitto

Joanne Dittbenner

December 9, 2021

Sherry and family so sorry for your loss Gary was a wonderful person

Jonathan Anderson

December 3, 2021

So sorry for your loss. Gary was a good guy. He was my mother's driver to daycare every day while she was still with us. He was such a gentleman.

B1renda Dean

December 2, 2021

Youw will be deeply missed prayers and thoughts to the family

SANDY DRSAUTELS

December 1, 2021

You were a true friend Gar....always had my back....hard worker especially 17 days straight at the Big E....rest In peace my friend

Mike and Deana Simpson

December 1, 2021

So sorry for your loss. Gary will be missed! May God comfort you with His love. With love and prayers.

Lisa Prefontaine

November 30, 2021

Jay and Family,
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Heartfelt prayers and love from our family to yours.

Peter King

November 30, 2021

My most heartfelt condolences and prayers sent to his family and friends

Joshua Grayson & his papa.

Kara Santiago

November 30, 2021

Joshua Grayson and his papa had an unbreakable bond they loved each other so much! Our family is torn apart but we know your watching over us

Sandra Morin Key

November 30, 2021

So very sorry for your loss hugs an to you all ..

Sue and Tom Muncy

November 30, 2021

Larry , Sherry, Jamie, Jason, and all the kids we are so very sorry for your loss. You have our deepest sympathies.

Jeff Mitchell

November 30, 2021

Please accept my sincerest condolences. May memories of nice times spent together serve as a comfort in the days ahead.

The Phillips Family - Elm Avenue

November 30, 2021

Dear Sherry & Croteau family,
We are sorry to learn the passing of your beloved brother. Please accept our deepest condolences. May your happy memories bring your peace during this time of great sorrow.

Karen, Amy, Jeannine, James, Melissa, Dorothy, Patrick

Marcia Warren

November 30, 2021

Jason and Family, I am sorry for your loss. Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Benjamin Croteau

November 30, 2021

Uncle Gary I’m still shocked but I know you’re with Noni, Popi and Auntie Debbie now. Love and miss you always.

Robert Suprenant

November 29, 2021

Gary and I ministered together for several year at Royal Family Kids Camp. A week long overnight camp for kids in need. Gary mentored me and helped me get through my first couple years. He loved the kids and loved his Lord and Savior who I know is welcoming him into his Kingdom for a life well lived. Bless you Gary, hopefully we see each other in paradise.

November 29, 2021

Kathleen, May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Linda & Henry

Wendy Patruski

November 29, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Charlene & Rob Carpenter

November 29, 2021

Dear Larry, Liz & Entire Family,
We are sorry for your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Kevin Bell

November 29, 2021

It was great knowing and having you as a brother in christ.
Grace and peace!
Dean and Kevin

Bill Scafuri

November 29, 2021

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Jerry and Celene Filip

November 29, 2021

Dear Jay and Jaime and all of the Croteau family, so very sorry for the loss of your Dad, Grandfather,May the wonderful memories you shared throughout life stay close to your heart as well as your love for each other, for those can never die. Much to you during this difficult time

Gary Wrisley

November 29, 2021

My friend what can I say? We knew one another from when we were kids and grew up on Sprague and Burford Ave.Life took us on different paths with military and wives and kids then our own kids became friends and they kept the friendship going with you and Larry and me with stories from our younger days.I will miss you my friend and wish we had more time together. See you when my time comes to cross over with all my friends!

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