Eugene R. Boardway Sr.

Eugene R. Boardway, Sr.
1937 - 2026
South Hadley
Eugene R. Boardway, Sr., 89, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on March 28, 2026. He was born on January 7, 1937, in Springfield, MA son of Robert and Eleanor (Shea) Boardway. He was a resident of South Hadley, MA, for the past 60 years and was a member of St. Patrick Church.
Eugene dedicated 29 years of his career to Mt. Tom Ski area as a snow maker and maintenance worker. He was known for his love of the outdoors, enjoying hunting, fishing, and gardening, particularly cherishing the time spent picking fresh blueberries and raspberries. Eugene's adventurous spirit and sense of humor endeared him to many, and he found great joy in supporting his granddaughters at their sporting events.
He was predeceased in death by his beloved wife, Carol A. (Mikolajczyk) in 2009 and his brother, Robert Boardway and his sister, Peggy Giroux. He is survived by his son Eugene "Gene" Boardway, Jr., and his wife Susan of Granby; his daughter Berdine Boardway and her partner Daniel Martinez of Belchertown; and his sister Nancy Boardway of Holyoke. Eugene also leaves behind two beloved granddaughters, Jessica Carraro and her husband David of Gloucester, MA, and Alyssa Boardway and her wife Victoria of East Providence, RI; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, March 31st from 4:00pm-7:00pm at the Beers and Story South Hadley Funeral Home. Family and friends are invited to gather at the funeral home on Wed. at 9:15 am to follow in procession to St. Patrick's Church for a 10:00 AM Funeral Mass. Burial will follow in Mater Dolorosa Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of one's choice.