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1961
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2026
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Elena Moore Obituary
1961 - 2026
Feeding Hills
Elena M. Moore,64, of 1069 N. West St., passed away on January 13, 2026. Born in Springfield and raised in West Springfield, Elena worked for Goodwill Industries for 26 years dedicating her life as a mentor, teacher, and life coach for individuals with disabilities who she adored and cherished. In her free time, she enjoyed baking and cooking for her family and friends, she was a member of the Granby quilt guild and was an amazing carpenter and artist! She leaves behind three children, Jessica L. Chiba, her husband Seth, Frank A. Teece II, his wife Vanessa, Kevin Moore, four grandchildren, Gavin Ortiz, Tessa Teece, Mia Chiba, Maura Teece, Patience Chiba, Faith Chiba and one great grandson Abel Ortiz. She is also survived by her siblings, Clayton Hudson, Gary Johnson, Charlie Johnson, Leonard Johnson, and Susan Gauthier. She was predeceased by her parents, Carlton and Beatrice Burns-Johnson, Cynthia Wrobel and Laurel Bradbury. Family and friends are invited to gather for visiting hours on Friday, January 23, 2026, from 4pm-7pm a funeral home service will be held at 6pm. For more details and to share condolences please visit www.forastiere.com.
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Barbara McIntyre
January 19, 2026
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Elena has been my friend for many years. Always a loving and caring friend to all! She has left family and friends with treasured memories. She will live in our hearts forever. No more pain or suffering. Elena is at peace flying with the angels. Love you! Barbara and Family
emerito diaz
January 19, 2026
My condolences and heart goes out to the family. May God bless you all
In this time of sorrow...
Elena was my friend,and my job coach at goodwill. She did her job perfectly going above and beyond
helping me and everyone else out .she was a kind hearted and caring,loving, giving person..
Elena my friend,
you will be greatly missed
May you rest in peace
Emmy/emerito
Christine M Vintinner
January 18, 2026
It´s always hard to say goodbye to a loved one. May God bless you and your family; Frank, Vanessa, Tessa and Maura in this time of sorrow. I will be praying for all of you. - Cousin Christine.
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Carolyn Ferguson
January 18, 2026
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
You will be missed you were a good job coach and a great friend
Derek Cyboron
January 17, 2026
You will be greatly missed
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4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Colonial Forastiere Funeral & Cremation
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23
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Colonial Forastiere Funeral & Cremation
985 Main Street, Agawam, MA 01001
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