Donald A Plantier

Palmer-Donald A. Plantier, 76, born on August 26, 1948, in Springfield, MA, passed away peacefully at home on August 24, 2025. Donald worked as a machine operator at Pierson Industries in Palmer, MA, for over 30 years, before moving on to Ideal Kitchens in Chicopee, where he worked for an additional 10 years until his retirement. His commitment to his career was matched only by his passion for his hobbies. He loved watching NASCAR, woodworking, playing pool, fishing, and riding motorcycles.

He leaves behind his loving wife, Marjorie (Tassinari) Plantier; his son, Tony Garceau and Lisa; his daughter, Kelleen Benway; his step-brother, Scott Plantier and sister-in law Lucille Tassinari; He also leaves his grandchildren, Nickole Goding, Owen Benway, Merisa Garceau, Tyler Garceau, and Joseph Garceau, along with his great-grandchildren, Ariana Goding and Jayden Medina.

Donald was preceded in death by his parents, Norman and Dorothy (Burns) Plantier; his brother, Norman Plantier; and his granddaughter, Abigail Benway. He will be remembered fondly by all who knew him.

Services are private and have been entrusted to Lombard Funeral Home of Monson. For those wishing to make a memorial contribution in Donald's memory please consider Second Chance Animal Rescue 111 Young Road East Brookfield, 01515 or to Dakin Humane Society PO Box 6307 Springfield, MA 01101.