Clarice Humiston

Clarice Humiston obituary

Clarice Humiston

Clarice Humiston Obituary

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Clarice Beatty Humiston, 93, of Monson, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2025, at Wing Hospital in Palmer. Born in Springfield on January 29, 1932, Clarice was the daughter of the late Lynn Beatty and Yvonne (Phaneuf) Ferrara. She was educated in the Springfield school system and devoted her life to being a homemaker and a loving, dedicated mother. Family was everything to Clarice, and her greatest joy was found in the presence of those she loved. In addition to her parents, Clarice was predeceased by her beloved husband, Thomas Humiston, her sister, Judy, and John Ferrara. She is survived by her three devoted children: her daughter and loving caregiver, Susan Clark, and her husband Timothy of Springfield; her son Michael Humiston and his wife Patricia of Belchertown; and her son Timothy Humiston and his wife Lisa of Agawam. She also leaves behind her sister Nancy Parent of Wilbraham, as well as her cherished grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. In honoring Clarice's wishes, all services will be private. Arrangements are entrusted to the Byron Keenan Funeral Home and Cremation Tribute Center, 1858 Allen Street, Springfield, MA 01118.
Byron Keenan Funeral Home and Cremation Tribute Center

1858 Allen Street, Springfield, MA 01118

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