Michael Eaton

Michael Eaton obituary, Leeds, MA

Michael Eaton

Michael Eaton Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Boucher-O'Brien Funeral Home (B.O.F.H) on Mar. 12, 2026.
Michael Eaton 1948-2025

Michael Eaton passed away on December 21,2025 at Linda Manor in Leeds MA. He spent much of his life in Western Massachusetts. Michael is predeceased by his father, Richard Wiley Eaton, his mother, Helen Albino Eaton and his brother Richard Robert Eaton.

Michael's past work history includes maintenance worker, Cook at the Whatley Inn, Williams House, the 143 club and lastly at Smith College where he retired from.

He loved to play golf, watching all sports, hunting and attending live music. Lastly, he said he liked "to raise hell".

A special note of gratitude to his caregivers at Linda Manor Extended Care Facility, Pioneer Valley Hospice and to his friend Caitlin Thomas. Caitlin provided Michael a rare and special opportunity to attend community events, live music gatherings and attendance at family holidays with her and her family while he resided at Linda Manor. He loved his outings with Caitlin.

All are invited to his graveside service on Tuesday December 30, 2025 at St Mary of the Assumption Cemetery in Leeds at 11AM. Boucher - O'Brien Funeral Home in Easthampton has been entrusted with his service.

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