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Carlene Allard Obituary
South Hadley - Carlene F. (Opacki) Allard, 69, passed away July 31, 2014 at Baystate Medical Center. Born in Worcester MA on October 9, 1944, she was the daughter of Carl and Frances (Trombowicz) Opacki. Carlene lived in S.Hadley since 1988, moving from Millbury, MA and had resided in Anaheim, CA for 19 years. She was an active member of St. Patrick's Church. Carlene was very dedicated to her faith and belonged to the Ladies Guild. She was retired from Combined Insurance. In her leisure, Carlene enjoyed traveling and cruising. Her husband Roland passed away on January 19, 2014. She will be greatly missed by her brother Edward Opacki and wife Linda of Worcester, her sister Lorna Gilchrist of Spencer, nieces and nephews, Amanda Doherty, Courtney Doell, John, Jake and Jesse Gilchrist as well as 4 great nieces and nephews. She leaves many dear friends, including Richard and Janet Rudolph, and her feline companion, Bambino. Besides her husband, she was predeceased by her brother Carl. Visitation will be Wednesday, Aug. 6th from 10:30-11:30 at the Beers & Story S.Hadley Funeral Home with a Funeral Mass at 12:00 p.m. at St. Patrick's Church. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to either St. Patrick's Church, 30 Main St., S.Hadley,MA or to the S.Hadley Council on Aging, 45 Dayton St. S.Hadley, MA 01075. For details, please visit www.beersandstory.com
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Daniel O
August 6, 2014
Dear Cousins,
Carlene was always wonderful be with and it was so sad to hear about her passing. My prayers and thoughts are with you and all of the family.
Amanda Doherty
August 5, 2014
Love you so much Auntie Carlene….From this day forward every time I light a candle I will think of you. Rest in peace…..xoxoxoxoxo
Love always,
Amanda
Dave O
August 5, 2014
Lorna and Ed,
So sorry for your loss. Carlene was always welcoming and smiling whenever I saw her.
She will be missed and thought of.
Larry Allard
August 4, 2014
What a Gal!The eight days I was lucky enough to enjoy with Roland and Carlene in September,and our constant emailing,after Roland passed,will always be in my fondest memories of a real sweetheart and friend.Rest in eternal peace Aunt Carlene.Luv Ya.
Lorna Gilchrist
August 4, 2014
Hey Sista, Missing you tons already...like you said, if it is your time to go, you have no control over it, God makes the decision for you. You were my best friend and sister to me and my boys. I'm going to miss our Sunday morning phone calls and how you kept me going when it was tough. You would laugh and that would make me laugh...we got through it. I love you sooo much, I'm so proud and lucky you were my Sister. May you Rest in Peace, until we meet again on the other side, save me a spot next to you.
August 4, 2014
Lorna , Ed, so sorry xxoo R.I.P. Carleen xxoo
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